The song "96-tears" is something that we've all heard and sang along to at one point or another when we've tuned the radio to the oldies station. A psychedelic classic punctuated by a pounding, swirling vox-organ riff and snarling vocals resembling many similar bands of the era. The number-one-hit by Question Mark and the Mysterians has made its way onto many movie soundtracks, commercials and stereos over the years thanks to the Nuggets compilation and a general love of the irresistible tune. Well, this Friday you will be able to see the song, and many others, preformed live at Reggie's Rock Joint. more ›

The Black Hollies take the past so seriously it's hard to believe they exist in the present at all. The band is caught somewhere where it's perpetually 1967, The Marquee is still serving up maximum R-and-B, and scooters choke the streets and cause road hazards as forests of mirrors sprout out from the body of each bike. Sitars still count as "rawk" and even the most die-hard pill head isn't afraid of breaking into an occasional skiffle beat, hackneyed though it may sound. more ›

The Laureates pen '60s inspired pop with a new millennial sensibility. That is to say that while they wear their influences proudly on their buttoned lapels, they still sound utterly modern. Their forthcoming full-length, There Are No More Gentlemen, is all syncopated strumming and lackadaisical melodies, equal parts paisley and punk. more ›

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