Between a poor economy, mounting geopolitical tension, and the horrors of public transportation, it’s safe to say that life can pretty much suck sometimes. When it does, it’s always wise to look inside yourself and ask one important question: What would Zola Jesus do?
I have my guesses, but you can find out for yourself Thursday (2/16) night at the U Street Music Hall when goth infused singer/songwriter Nika Roza Danilova returns to Washington, DC, since we have a pair of tickets to give away.
The show’s not likely to serve up any old time religion, but it will feature Zola Jesus’ unique blend of enigmatic lyrics and haunting, astral instrumentals. At the risk of going to hell, you have to admit that’s a much better deal.
Conatus, the Wisconsin-born singer‘s recently-released third album, hosts a parade of mesmerizing tracks, including “Shiver,” “Lick the Palm of the Burning Handshake,” and “Vessel,” the album’s driving first single. Coinciding with its release was a collaboration with M83 on the song “Intro,” the opener for Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming.
Seeing as how Zola Jesus’ despondent sound is the perfect compliment to the District’s recent cold spat, TVD is willing to set you up with tickets if you tell us your go-to album for bad weather listening.
Mine’s “First and Last and Always” by ’80s gloom-meisters the Sisters of Mercy, but I’m sure you can do better than that.
The winner will be selected on Wednesday (2/15) at noon. The show is presented by the 9:30 Club and the Black Cat. Brooklyn-based two-piece Talk Normal shares the bill.
