The Name Droppers just let go a moving tribute to the Ukrainian people entitled “Ukraine We Stand”. The single was released by NeuroTronix Records in conjunction with HMG and produced by the esteemed Vic Steffens. !00% percent of all proceeds will go to assist the people of Ukraine during these dire times. We recently focused on The Name Droppers in our Local Scene section when they supported the effervescent Carole Sylvan at Cafe 9 in February. The band […]
On February 11th, the divine Carole Sylvan brought her soulful voice to Cafe 9 in New Haven. Accompanied by the indomitable Name Droppers, Sylvan performed a ten song set of original songs and first-rate standards. Cafe 9 is the perfect venue to catch Sylvan. The legendary venue has a certain intimate flair. This particular night the house was full and the buzz strong. Opening up the evening was Rocky Lawrence. Lawrence delivered a dynamic set of […]
Shame Penguin is one of Ct.’s premier punk/rock bands. The foursome just released an ambitious new single entitled “Sam Jackson”. The band is composed of Dustin Sclafani (Vocals), Tristan Powell (Guitar), Jon Ozaksut (Bass) and Kenny Maraczi (Drums). Amp last caught up with Shame Penguin when they performed with the illustrious Fiction at 10Selden last April (see Related below). The group definitely has an international feel. Sclafani (who proudly served in the Armed Services) is from Long […]
