11/26/2010
11/16/2010
LIVE AT THE LAKESIDE LOUNGE
LOW SOCIETY LIVE
at
LAKESIDE LOUNGE
THANKSGIVING EVE
at
LAKESIDE LOUNGE
THANKSGIVING EVE
THURSDAY NOV. 24 9PM
9/27/2010
9/25/2010
9/10/2010
8/06/2010
7/29/2010
WHO KILLED NANCY - Opens July 30, 2010 - New York City
WHO KILLED NANCY - Opens July 30, 2010 - New York City
See Low Society guitarist Sturgis Nikides in his documentary motion picture debut.
See Low Society guitarist Sturgis Nikides in his documentary motion picture debut.
7/15/2010
6/29/2010
N.Y.C. SHOW ADDED JULY 9
Low Society will be appearing at Kenny's Castaways, in NYC, LIVE on Friday July 9
Also appearing will be -
8pm: Alison Gordy & Susan Mitchell
9pm: New Clear Energy
10pm: Low Society
11pm: King Bee & The Stingers, featuring the Amazing Buddy Bowzer
1am: Electric Dave & Hard Drive
Kenny's Castaways
157 Bleecker St.
New York, NY
CLICK HERE FOR EVENT INFORMATION
Also appearing will be -
8pm: Alison Gordy & Susan Mitchell
9pm: New Clear Energy
10pm: Low Society
11pm: King Bee & The Stingers, featuring the Amazing Buddy Bowzer
1am: Electric Dave & Hard Drive
Kenny's Castaways
157 Bleecker St.
New York, NY
CLICK HERE FOR EVENT INFORMATION
6/19/2010
Great new pictures!!!
We were fortunate to have our good friend James 'Foxey' Fox come to Arlene's Grocery late last month to shoot video footage. Here are some stills that are particularly nice. Thanks Foxey!!
6/10/2010
Great new pictures by Cory Steele
Low Society recently visited Miami for a 20 year reunion of Miami Beach nightclub, the legendary Washington Square. Check out these fantastic pictures of Low Society guitarist Sturgis Nikides, taken by up and coming film-maker and photographer Cory Steele
3/24/2010
Sturgis in Sid Vicious documentary "WHO KILLED NANCY?"
In Low Society unrelated news, Sturgis Nikides can be seen on youtube in Alan Parker's Sid Vicious documentary "Who Killed Nancy?" My first appearance occurs at 2:49 seconds....
3/05/2010
New Press from HERE COMES THE FLOOD
Review just published yesterday in Dutch weblog HERE COMES THE FLOOD, written and maintained by Hans Werkman. And I quote:
"Guitarist Sturgis Nikides is busy finishing the production of Low Society, the debut CD for blues singer Miss Mandy Lemons. They formed a live band and recently filmed show in NYC, their hometown, for some exposure on the interwebs.
They have a couple of teaser tracks on reverbnation.com, including I'm A Woman (Bo Diddley's I'm a Man after a sex change). Seriously lacking in stage fright, Miss Lemons is able to scare the shit out of Joss Stone."
"Guitarist Sturgis Nikides is busy finishing the production of Low Society, the debut CD for blues singer Miss Mandy Lemons. They formed a live band and recently filmed show in NYC, their hometown, for some exposure on the interwebs.
They have a couple of teaser tracks on reverbnation.com, including I'm A Woman (Bo Diddley's I'm a Man after a sex change). Seriously lacking in stage fright, Miss Lemons is able to scare the shit out of Joss Stone."
3/02/2010
2/25/2010
From The Synch Chronicles February Edition Review
After a quick sound check, Mandy Lemons backed by the band Low Society (featuring the legendary Sturgis Nikides) made their debut and did not waste any time convincing the crowd that they were in the building and ready to ROCK! This is why we love their music—straight no chaser!! They performed original compositions and remakes of classics by Etta James and Led Zeppelin. Whew! We were completely blown away!!! Prior to this night, the Synch Ladies were introduced to Sturgis last year on the Shrine stage. We danced, sweated and were in awe of the fan dedication. At that moment, we knew that we had to bring this artist back to Harlem. This time, he brought to the stage Ms. Mandy Lemons, who is a sweetie pie, fierce songstress and has her own vintage style (yup—she had a badass purse that we had our eyes on all night…lol). She brought a powerful woman’s touch to this band taking them to another level. The impact of this band cannot be ignored! As we mingled throughout the crowd, welcoming new faces and giving love to our SR supporters we came across fans of the band—some trekking as far as DC—thanking us for giving them just one more opportunity to see their favorite band do what they do best. We couldn’t ask for anything better—an affirmation that what we do each month is an incredible thing not just for the artist in giving them an opportunity to showcase their music but also for the fans to see their favorite artist in Harlem world!
2/22/2010
SAT. FEB 20 @ SHRINE WORLD MUSIC
It's all over now, but for the roar of the crowd...
Saturday night at the Shrine was the debut performance of Low Society. I'd like to thank all of the bands friends and family for showing up and for giving us their unwavering support. The set had a few bumps and at least one headon collision but we all managed to finish in one piece and on the same note. I won't lie - I made a few major blunders, mainly due to opening night jitters. But in retrospect, I'm sure it wasn't as disastrous as I thought it was, at the moment.
I would like to personally thank our daredevil rhythm section - Charly Roth and Mike Grayson - for making the show all it could be. I also owe a huge debt of gratitude to the wonderful ladies of Synchronized Rhythm, Caprice Starbright Todman and Chante Ramsey ( and Mom!). They were kind enough to book us, and they did a bang up job of promoting the show. Kudos to the staff at the Shrine for taking such good care of us, and all of our guests.
Stay tuned for future news and developments. We'll be back REAL soon.
Saturday night at the Shrine was the debut performance of Low Society. I'd like to thank all of the bands friends and family for showing up and for giving us their unwavering support. The set had a few bumps and at least one headon collision but we all managed to finish in one piece and on the same note. I won't lie - I made a few major blunders, mainly due to opening night jitters. But in retrospect, I'm sure it wasn't as disastrous as I thought it was, at the moment.
I would like to personally thank our daredevil rhythm section - Charly Roth and Mike Grayson - for making the show all it could be. I also owe a huge debt of gratitude to the wonderful ladies of Synchronized Rhythm, Caprice Starbright Todman and Chante Ramsey ( and Mom!). They were kind enough to book us, and they did a bang up job of promoting the show. Kudos to the staff at the Shrine for taking such good care of us, and all of our guests.
Stay tuned for future news and developments. We'll be back REAL soon.
2/19/2010
COME SEE US ON SATURDAY NIGHT
SYNCHRONIZED RHYTHM PRESENTS:
The Synch Chronicles
Music & Spoken Word Series
Special Performance:
An evening of BLUES & SOUL featuring
LOW SOCIETY
Miss Mandy Lemons - Lead Vocals
Sturgis Nikides - Lead & Slide Guitars, Vocals
Charly Roth - Bass & Mike Grayson - Drums & Percussion
Special Guest:
Jeremy James
Saturday, February 20, 2010; 6:00PM to 8:00PM
$5 admission
@ SHRINE WORLD MUSIC VENUE IN HARLEM
The Synch Chronicles
Music & Spoken Word Series
Special Performance:
An evening of BLUES & SOUL featuring
LOW SOCIETY
Miss Mandy Lemons - Lead Vocals
Sturgis Nikides - Lead & Slide Guitars, Vocals
Charly Roth - Bass & Mike Grayson - Drums & Percussion
Special Guest:
Jeremy James
Saturday, February 20, 2010; 6:00PM to 8:00PM
$5 admission
@ SHRINE WORLD MUSIC VENUE IN HARLEM
Last Night at The Shrine
Last nights show at The Shrine was a blast. Many thanks to Tara and her band for having us. Lani Ford opened the evening with a great set, including one of the all time great guitar solos....you had to be there. Mandy & I went on at about 8:30 and immediately kicked into Hiway 49...I was running on pure adrenaline. I brought out my Justin Sain axe (last minute decision) for all of the open tuned/slide material, and the sound was just out there. Elmore James would have approved! Mandy...well, what can I say? She was ON from the first note, and didn't let up till the last falsetto shriek of Levee...
Here's the set list:
1. Hiway 49
2. It Hurts Me Too
3. When I'm Done
4. Three Time Loser
5. Sugar Coated Love
6. I'd Rather Go Blind
7. Waiting For My Man
8. When The Levee Breaks
**Footnote: my capo and my set list disappeared behind the stage left Fender Rhodes piano during the first song - when excessive vibration from my roaring guitar amp slid both items into oblivion. Mandy was NOT amused when I proceeded to play Sugar Coated Love in the wrong key due to the missing capo....
Here's the set list:
1. Hiway 49
2. It Hurts Me Too
3. When I'm Done
4. Three Time Loser
5. Sugar Coated Love
6. I'd Rather Go Blind
7. Waiting For My Man
8. When The Levee Breaks
**Footnote: my capo and my set list disappeared behind the stage left Fender Rhodes piano during the first song - when excessive vibration from my roaring guitar amp slid both items into oblivion. Mandy was NOT amused when I proceeded to play Sugar Coated Love in the wrong key due to the missing capo....
2/18/2010
LOW SOCIETY @ SHRINE WORLD MUSIC
Some of you might be aware that we have been hidden away for the last few months preparing our band for its first public appearance. That moment is now at hand. I invite you to join us in Harlem at 7PM sharp, this Saturday, February 20,at SHRINE WORLD MUSIC. We are grateful to have the support of our good friends, Caprice Todmann and Chante Ramsey, aka SYNCHRONIZED RHYTHM, who invited us to make this appearance, as part of their ongoing series THE SYNCH CHRONICLES.
As a special added bonus, Mandy and I are making a RARE unplugged solo appearance TONITE, at 8PM sharp, at the SHRINE, as a warm up for Saturday. We are appearing in support of Mandy's friend Tara Elliott and her band the Red Velvets. Also on the bill, making a rare unplugged solo appearance is the great Lani Ford (@7PM).
While we would dearly love to have all of you make it to the gig tonite, our priority is Saturday night, with the band. If you can make it both nights, great! If not, we'll see you on Saturday, with bells on.
While we would dearly love to have all of you make it to the gig tonite, our priority is Saturday night, with the band. If you can make it both nights, great! If not, we'll see you on Saturday, with bells on.
2/15/2010
Introducing the band...
The band is really starting to shape up. Allow me to make an official introduction. On bass is Mr. C.P.(Charles) Roth, whose list of credentials is so long and impressive that professional jealousy prevents me from uttering another word. On drums, Mr. Michael Grayson, whose credits include MuthaWit, The Dan Whitley Band, and C.O.M.A.
We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have procured the services of these two exceptional musicians. I'm sure you'll agree....
We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have procured the services of these two exceptional musicians. I'm sure you'll agree....
2/10/2010
Here We Go...
Mandy Lemons and Sturgis Nikides are (drumroll) Low Society. What IS Low Society? Well...first of all, it's the title of an instrumental recording by the legendary Blues guitarist Lowell Fulson. Which I liked SO much I decided to record it. One thing leads to another and I also decide it's an appropriate title for Mandy's CD (as does Mandy - she'd like you to know ). For the immediate future we will be known as Mandy Lemons & Low Society. This will identify the music and the band for all upcoming events and appearances.
Mandy's CD is ever so close to being ready for release. I'm just adding a few finishing touches and preparing to go into a better equipped room to mix. Thankfully, I'll be assisted by Bob 'Mixfix' Buontempo in this endeavor. He guided me through my first solo cd's tracking, mixing and mastering process, and his vast experience and golden ears are an indispensible asset.
Mandy's CD is ever so close to being ready for release. I'm just adding a few finishing touches and preparing to go into a better equipped room to mix. Thankfully, I'll be assisted by Bob 'Mixfix' Buontempo in this endeavor. He guided me through my first solo cd's tracking, mixing and mastering process, and his vast experience and golden ears are an indispensible asset.
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