BY B AO L E - H U U GERALD LAW II | PHOTO BY AUSTIN WARREN
LOCAL RELEASES
Orlando’s Gerald Law II has been distinguishing himself in the city’s music scene with conceptual crossovers that bring music into intersection with things like technology and social ideas. The latest manifestation of that is his new album, From G. to You, Vol. III. The first two volumes of From G. to You were dedication albums to his grandmothers (Vol. I) and wife (Vol. II). This latest one, though, is for his baby son and is, naturally, comprised of lullabies. For parents of infants, it’s a must-listen. But this isn’t necessarily at the exclusion of the pottytrained segment of the population. First, the music here clearly aims more for calm than cute. Moreover, the technique Law used to make these songs is the same as the high-tech method he’s been exploring lately in his Sensory Vibes project, which employs a Sunhouse sensory percussion system that allows full melodic capability all through drums. The result is a wondrous confluence of innovation, artistry and loving fatherhood. To fully illustrate the magic going on in these recordings, Law also posted videos on YouTube of him performing the songs. But the complete suite is streaming on major platforms and available on Bandcamp. Orlando’s had its share of the great twopiece rock band tradition, even enjoying an ongoing series dedicated to the format for a while in the early 2010s with the Two Piece Mini Fest. Lately, Little Lazy — the twosome of singer-guitarist Brendan Pafford and drummer Kevin Cook — have emerged as one of city’s most outstanding duos with a blues-rock sound that’s like the populist offspring of the Black Keys. Their new single, “Rich Man,” showcases Little Lazy’s
Gerald Law II has distinguished himself in Orlando’s music scene with bold conceptual crossovers that innovate as a confluence of music with technology, familial ties and social ideas
best tendencies and is one of the more cogent songs they’ve released to date. It’s streaming everywhere now.
CONCERT PICKS THIS WEEK
I know, all else seems tame around here now after the recent GG Allin-esque stunt by Brass Against frontwoman Sophia Urista on stage at Daytona’s Welcome to Rockville music festival. At least the following shows won’t have a splash zone. And as always, be a mensch and mask up if you go out. Nervous Turkey, Big Jef Special: Someone around here has an exceptional sense of both timing and humor to book a band named Nervous Turkey on Thanksgiving week. It’s been a while since the renowned Tampa blues-rockers have brought their rousing swamp action to town, and this special show is part of a mini two-date reunion tour of the I-4 Corridor that will thaw them out of hibernation for another helping.
Add in local cowpunks Big Jef Special and a party’s guaranteed. Shit will be kicked, hell will be raised. (8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26, Will’s Pub, $10) Yautja, Yashira, Gillian Carter, Royal Graves, Human: From national headliner on down to the homegrown openers, this onslaught is the most stacked and impressive stampede of heavy music stars seen around here in quite a while. At the top of the bill are Nashville grind-punk breakouts Yautja, who went major league this year with a monstrous debut on the mighty Relapse Records. Rolling hard with them will be an all-Florida phalanx of native beasts that includes the dynamic sludge of rising Jacksonville band Yashira and Orlando standouts Gillian Carter, Human and Royal Graves. (8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28, Will’s Pub, $13-$15) Snail Mail, Spencer., Hotline TNT: Though barely old enough to buy beer, Snail Mail’s Lindsey Jordan is already rocketing. Having basically grown up among the indie-rock glitterati, she’s now making a name for herself with music that’s melodic, emotional and articulate. Now that the band has just released their widely lauded sophomore album (Valentine) on Matador Records, they’re officially on a hot streak, and Orlando will only be the third city of a major international tour to experience the new record live. Show up early, though, because this noteworthy touring bill also packs the forward-thinking R&B of 4AD artist Spencer. and the excellent fuzz-rock of Minneapolis’ Hotline TNT. (7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, The Beacham, $25-$30) baolehuu@orlandoweekly.com orlandoweekly.com
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NOV. 24-30, 2021 ● ORLANDO WEEKLY
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