This Week's Live Picks

Monday: Charles Hamilton @ Union Pool 8pm FREE (w/RSVP, which is sadly closed)
Monday's usually suck. We all know this and we all try to deal with it in different ways. Fader Magazine is doing it by celebrating the release of their latest issue at Union Pool with one of MTV's MC's to watch in 2009 Charles Hamilton. Hamilton is also one of the cover stars of the new Fader issue (with Little Boots) and this should be a fun party atmosphere especially for a Monday.
Charles Hamilton - "Brooklyn Girls"

Tuesday: The Loom @ Pianos 8:30pm $8
This month's residency at Pianos is being taken care of by The Loom. I haven't spent too much time with the band but Pianos is renowned for their ability to pick excellent up-and-coming artists for their month long residences. Past months have been helmed by folks like Passion Pit and Jukebox the Ghost and know The Loom will hope to pad the venue's reputation.
The Loom - "Song for the Winter Sun"

Wednesday: Los Campesinos! @ Sound Fix Records 8pm FREE
Before heading out on what should be an awesome tour with Titus Andronicus, Los Campesinos! are making a stop at Sound Fix's cafe which should make for an awesome and packed free show. With a very short list of free shows coming up there's not too many opportunities to get your rock on for nothing so I'm figuring a lot of people are gonna take advantage of this one featuring a band that released two of 2008's best records.
Los Campesinos! - "Ways to Make It Through the Wall"

Thursday: Ida Maria + Those Darlins @ Mercury Lounge 7:30pm SOLD OUT
Last week I picked the rocking country of Those Darlins as my band of the week, and with a bill that includes them and Ida Maria this should be an awesome show. Unfortunately it's sold out but there's always a chance you can cop an unused ticket from someone else or maybe they will release some tickets at the door. Both of those are pretty big maybes though.
Ida Maria - "Oh My God"
Those Darlins - "Wild One"

Friday: The Soft Pack, The Browns, + Dinowalrus @ Mercury Lounge 7pm $10
The Soft Pack recently changed their name from The Muslims after getting sick of answering questions about their name. The name might have changed but the sound remains the same and that sound is good enough that it made them one of the best bands to emerge from this year's CMJ Marathon. They are also sharing the bill with two outstanding bands so make sure you get your butts there early enough to enjoy all three acts.
The Soft Pack - "Parasites"
The Browns - "For the Saints"
Dinowalrus - "I Hate Numbers"

Saturday: Max Tundra @ (le) poisson rouge 10pm $10
I am absolutely in love with Max Tundra's first release in 6-years Parallax Error Beheads You. The record is a joyous record of electronic dance music and I am eager to see how Tundra translates the music for the stage. Not sure if this is his first trip to the States or not, but Tundra does not tour very often so make sure you check it out now or you may have to wait another 6-years to see him.
Max Tundra - "Number Our Days"

Sunday: The Forms + Ford & Fitzroy @ The Bell House 7pm $10
This benefit show to help support after school programs in NYC public schools is worthy of your attendance for more then just its noble notions. With a lineup boasting The Forms and Ford & Fitzroy you know you're going to get a heck of a good show and you'll feel awesome about yourself. So check it out!
The Forms - "Bones"
Ford & Fitzroy - "Buzzard Country"