Sass from Cass: Monday Nov 14 Bitter End comedy/music gig, Save Caffe Vivaldi!

Hi everyone-

Woohoo, welcome to Holiday Season! I've brought my leather jacket out of hibernation, saw a bunch of adorable kids running around dressed like monsters and princesses yesterday, and know it's probably a matter of days until peppermint mochas are back at Starbucks. I hope that you're already finding joy and warmth in the little nuances of the season that mean the most to you. Popping in today with an invitation, and some new tidbits for you to check out!

1. NEW GIG- COMEDY/MUSIC COMBINED!

Monday, November 14

8 pm

The Bitter End (147 Bleecker St)

The "Funny for An Hour Strangers" (ahem, Power Rangers. . . see poster below) entertain and serenade you with an hour of (actually funny) comedy and comedic songs, about waxing, texting, and other -ings. Starring Ben Milam, Brooke Ferris, Justin Matson, and Cassandra Kubinski, and special guest Jordan Elizabeth

$10

RESPOND TO FACEBOOK INVITATION HERE

Also- I will be playing a house concert in Ardsley, similar to the one we did last year, on Saturday, December 17- if you would like to attend (plan early!), respond here and I will send you a personal link for tickets!

2. Sign the Petition to Save Caffe Vivaldi
The incredible, warm, cozy, charming restaurant/cafe CAFFE VIVALDI on Jones St is currently working hard to stay afloat in the face of new management and an unrealistically, exponentially raised rent. The truth is, there is a possibility they'll have to close if they cannot get a fairer rent deal. Those of you who have been on this list since it started 7 years ago (!) have probably seen me perform there, alone, on the bill with other artists like NLX, Annie Fitzgerald, and James Adamo, or hosting ORIGINS and featuring terrific writers like David Ippolito, Randy Stern, Rachel Zamstein, and more. It is one of the last remaining "listening rooms" in the city- small, intimate, and offering artists long sets (75 minutes, usually) in a perfect setting to do acoustic, lyric-oriented shows, or try out new material. Plus they have a real, tuned Yamaha piano and fantastic coffee, wine, and dessert, which is definitely a step up from the usual "bar" offerings in the Bleecker area! Anyhow, if you love live music, please, please add your name to the petition: Save Vivaldi Thank you so much!

3. The CK YOUTUBE has evolved yet again, now offering direct links to buy the song you're listening to! There's all sorts of stuff up there, from in-studio performances at the old JSM studios, to LifeBEAT charity performances at the Bitter End, to live performances of some of the songs from the upcoming album, including "Shutout" and "Captivity." Check it out! And if you haven't seen both new music videos or want to share at the office, here they are:

WINDBLOWN GIRL

JUST BEING MYSELF

4. Finally, the amazing folks at CDBaby.com released an app that makes it possible to buy artists' albums (both CDs and downloads!) directly from Facebook. So, all 3 of my albums (the breakout EP "hiding underneath", full-length studio album "Hold the Sun", and live double album "Live at Camp Nashville") are all available on Facebook now! (click here) Add to your own collection, or pick up a few discs as holiday gifts (discs are discounted if you buy more than one). I am so grateful for your support, and for the ability to have the music out worldwide in this way! www.Facebook.com/CassKubinski

SEE YOU NOVEMBER 14, I love you all!