I'm excited to announce that I'll be bringing a jazz trio to Pellegrino's Restaurant & Lounge every Thursday night starting in January 2012. Pellegrino's is a great restaurant, owned & operated by 2 friends of mine, and features an excellent menu and intimate atmosphere. We'll be playing 3 instrumental sets each and every Thursday at 8 pm in the upstairs lounge. Hope to see you there. No cover and drink specials each week!
I know it's been a while since I've updated the site, but rest assured, I've been busy. With three projects finally nearing a release date, and a few new shows lined up (details below), I thought it was time to reach out and share some new music.
I've mentioned before that I've been in the studio working on a number of things: a full length studio record with John Robinson, a new instrumental Trio record, and the second installment in the PVD Breaks series. Today, I'm psyched to share with you a preview of one track from each aforementioned record. Enjoy! And please let me know what you think.
Follow the links below to stream rough mixes of one track of each upcoming release:
PVD & John Robinson: Miles & Trane
JR & I pay homage to the 2 jazz greats on this golden era flavored track, featuring horns by Richie P and Bryan Beninghove.
http://soundcloud.com/pvdmusic/miles-trane-mix-11-14-11
A chilled out (yet to be titled) ballad I wrote a while back, featuring Jordan Scanella on bass, and Jordan Piper on Keys from my forthcoming PVD Trio Record.
http://soundcloud.com/pvdmusic/untitled
A preview of one of the many original live breakbeats to be featured on the 2nd installment of PVD Breaks.
http://soundcloud.com/pvdmusic/break-1
Upcoming Shows:
Saturday: 11/19/11:
PVD Live at ARTfest in downtown Jersey City.
Sponsored by ARTHouse Productions & Rising Tide Capital, this is an all day, all ages, FREE Event in downtown Jersey City featuring a great line up of musicians, emcees, artists, photographers and more.....many of which, are friends of mine. Come out and show some support. We'll be playing a 45 minute instrumental set at 3:30.
The event includes work from PVD, Gemineye, Silent Knight, DJ IRS, M. Josephine, Soul Shot Photography, KupiART, Juggla, & more.
When: Saturday, Nov. 19th, 1pm to 7pm
Where: Art House Productions, 1 McWilliams Place, 6th Floor JC, NJ 07302
RSVP on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/237299756324699/
http://www.arthouseproductions.org/events2011/event-0138.html
3 tracks from my recent instrumental release entitled: "Sounds Like This" (available everywhere NOW) featured in this Push.ca skate video about legendary Canadian skateboarder: Barry Walsh. Shout to Affix Music in ATL for the placement.
http://push.ca/blogs/skatenews/archive/2011/06/14/living-legends-barry-walsh.aspx
John Robinson & PVD: Full Length Studio LP (Titile TBA).
After years of rocking shows together, JR & PVD are in the lab crafting a full length studio LP combining the soulful breakbeat styles of PVD and JR's conscious, intelligent lyricism. Special guests include Melinda Camille, Purple Haze, as well as a wide array of guest musicians. Expect a diverse musical journey throughout this LP.
PVD Trio EP
An instrumental release featuring trio interpretations of recently released tunes, as well as new material. PVD's "Trio" EP will feature Jordan Scanella on bass, and David Stolarz on keys. A return to the soul-jazz sound heard on PVD's 2005 debut: Down for The Get Down, the Trio EP will be available by year's end. Stay tuned.
PVD Breaks Volume II
PVD returns to the drum chair to record the 2nd installment in this series of all original breakbeats. PVD Breaks is a series of releases aimed at producers, samplers, and DJs tired of chopping up the same drum breaks. PVD Breaks Volume II includes ROYALTY-FREE Original LIVE breakbeats played by yours truly.
After a short hiatus from live shows, I'm excited to announce a big show for us next Wednesday at a great venue in NYC.
It's probably been a while since you've been able to catch us live, so why not come show your support as we share the stage withJohn Robinson, and share the bill w/ The Hangmen for their CD Release Party at DROM. We'll be debuting some new instrumental music as well as tracks from the forthcoming John Robinson & PVD record available later this year.
I've been busy in the studio recording tons of new music. If you haven't already, please check out the recently released "Sounds Like This Volume 1" Beat Tape (available via Bandcamp as well as at all online digital retailers). I'm currently in the studio crafting tracks with JR for a full lenght album due out later this year. Your continued support of the music is always apreciated. Check out any of my releases at my Bandcamp Page or at ITunes, Amazon, EMusic, or elsewhere.
Ok, so here's the details for the show. We need YOU there! Thanks!
PVD & John Robinson LIVE at DROM
June 29th @ 9:30. $10 Cover.
Stick around for Bryan Beninghove's Hangmen CD Release at 10:30
85 Avenue A, NYC
Lots of exciting things going on here @ PVDMusic.com.......
After a short hiatus from live shows, I've been busy in the studio, recording tons of new music, including tracks for a new studio record with underground hip hop veteran: John Robinson. Stay tuned for updates and previews of tracks off the record right here at PVDMusic.com Look out for the release of the new studio full length from PVD & John Robinson later this year!
To debut some of the music, we've just booked a show in NYC at DROM for June 29th. Mark your calendars. We'll be sharing the bill w/ Beninghove's Hangmen for their CD Release Party.
Thanks as always for your interest.
-Pat
PVD Live at the Robot Robinson NJ Record Release Party
We'll be in the building this Sunday: April 10th, celebrating the release of JR's new Robot Robinson record w/ German producer: Robot Koch.
The show will feature the band backing JR as well as many special guests. An all-star band featuring PVD, Sam Barsh, and Josh David. Hope to see you there!
RSVP to the event on Facebook HERE
Sunday, April 10th
Marlo's in Irvington, NJ.
7 pm - 12 am.
Come check us out LIVE at Newark's Hoopfest this Saturday!
Hoopfest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Newark celebrating the NCAA March Madness tournament at the Prudential Center this weekend. Activities will include live musical performances, guest DJs, interactive basketball games, agility and skills challenges, “Pop-A-Shot,” face painting, temporary tattoos, a Beer Garden, local food vendors, official NCAA merchandise, “Made in Newark” merchandise and more!
We will be performing two sets at Newark Penn Station (1 Raymond Plaza West)
1st Set- 12:30 - 1:30
2nd Set - 3:00 - 4:00
The band will include:
Pat Van Dyke - Drums / Compositions
Sam Barsh - Keys / Synth Bass
Bryan Beninghove - Saxophone
Hope to see you there!
Cymarshall Law & PVD have teamed up to record "The One"; a new love inspired single just in time for Valentines Day. The song is available FREE for the 1st week via PVD's Bandcamp page. The collaboration between the two NJ natives comes naturally as Law lends his vocals to the opening track from PVD's recent Instrumental LP; "Sounds Like This" which is available everywhere now.
Check out the following music sites + blogs showing a little love for the new Instrumental LP. Still haven't picked up a copy for yourself?....Do it here. Or enjoy 2 tracks for FREE, here.
Crates of JR, Bama Love Soul, This is Real Music.com, Rule 4080, Garden State Hip Hop
Sounds Like This! Volume 1 is available everywhere you buy Digital Music. Download a free 2-track sampler here. Enjoy!
Sounds like This! volume 1 will be available everywhere: Tuesday, January 11th. The first installment in a series of instrumental releases boasting an eclectic mix of live instrumentation, analog synths, + sampled sounds. More than a beat tape, the 15 track album bumps with a golden-era feel and delivers audible treats spanning the spectrum of sounds.
Includes features from Sam Barsh, Rich Polatchek, and Dave Stolarz. Available everywhere Tuesday, January 11th. Tell a friend to tell a friend!
Download the new Lux DeVille EP from my Bandcamp site for free during the next week. Or, if you're feeling charitable, it is also available on iTunes. Tell a friend to tell a friend. The EP features 4 introspective head nodders from PVD + 8th W1. Check out what they have to say at the following sites: 2 Dope Boyz, Pot Holes in my Blog, Crates of JR, Kevin Nottingham.com, and Rock the Dub.
Mark your calendars people! After a short hiatus from live shows to focus on recording, I'll return to NYC with the band for the annual PVD Birthday show along with two other incredible bands. Don't miss this one!
Thursday, September 9th, 2010
Triple Bill with Sam Barsh & Aabaraki
9:00 - The Sam Barsh Group (Ambient Hip Hop - Jazz)
10:00 - PVD featuring John Robinson (Live Hip Hop - Jazz)
11:00 - Aabaraki (R+B/ Funk)
Come help me celebrate my Birthday as you check out some great music from three killer bands. Hope to see you there.
For a limited time only!!!!! In an effort to raise money for my upcoming record entitled SOUNDS LIKE THIS, I will be offering my 2005 debut record: DOWN FOR THE GET DOWN for only 5 BUCKS via my Bandcamp Page. The 2005 effort features an all-star band playing through 10 of my earlier compositions. Reminiscent of the 60's and 70's Soul-Jazz genre made popular by the likes of Bob James + Herbie Hancock, DFTGD is a great soundtrack to a summer day. Show your support and go check it out! Tell a friend to tell a friend! .....and check out the feature online at BEATNIK.
While PVD Breaks Volume 1 has been gaining attention online at sites such as Beatnik (London), ProducersIKnow.com, Crates of JR, as well as other popular independent blogs + websites, I've been busy recording tracks for a new record out this fall entitled SOUNDS LIKE THIS! Stay tuned for more info this summer.
2 Shows this Week! A busy night in downtown Jersey City this Wednesday, June 16th. I'll be performing with the band at downtown JC's Outdoor Live Music Series entitled: Groove on Grove. An outdoor set featuring Dave Stolarz, Josh David, Rich Polatchek, & myself. We'll play an instrumental set on the stage located directly outside the Grove St PATH Pavilion at 7 pm sharp. Local vendors will be there as well as some great flatland bikers from Grove Street Bicycles. Following the set at Grove St, I'll head across the block to play 3 sets at Bar Majestic with Sam Barsh, and Bryan Beninghove. The show is free so come out and hang!
Thanks fort checking out PVDMusic.com
-Pat
The first release in a new series of breakbeat / sample records I'll be releasing entitled PVD Breaks is available NOW! You can preview and purchase the record anywhere you buy digital music: iTunes, Amazon, EMusic, Lala, Napster, etc. Aimed at producers, samplers, and DJs tired of chopping up the same drum breaks; PVD Breaks Volume 1 includes 27 ROYALTY-FREE Original LIVE breakbeats played by yours truly, as well as bonus tracks from 8th W1 and Bobby Garcia. Pick it up NOW anywhere you buy digital music!