Jack Rose Memorial Concert Announced

Thurston Moore and others to pay tribute Feb. 13 in Philly; MP3 teaser of new album below.

By Fred Mills

Among the most unexpected passings of 2009 was Jack Rose, who died suddenly at his home in Philadelphia on December 5. At the time he was readying his next album for Thrill Jockey, Luck in the Valley, which is due out Feb. 23. Now comes word of a memorial/tribute concert for the acclaimed finger-style and wonderfully experimental guitarist.

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On Feb. 13 at the Latvian Society of Philadelphia, a who's-who of indie icons will turn out to remember Rose. Among them: Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore (along with Paul Flaherty and Chris Corsano), Cul de Sac's Glenn Jones, Dr. Charles Speer and Rose's old band Pelt.

According to the event's official press release, "Rose grew to be loved and admired by a great many people through his live performances, electric personality, profound cooking skills and a general mastery in the art of friendship. This concert is a release party for his new album "Luck In The Valley" and an occasion to celebrate and remember the good Dr. Ragtime. The artists performing were all dear friends of Jack's and admired by him musically."

Details:

Saturday, February 13 - 7:00 PM

Latvian Society of Philadelphia

531 N. 7th Street, Philadelphia

Tickets are $18 via Ticketfly: http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/4067

Performers:

D. Charles Speer & The Helix

Thurston Moore | Paul Flaherty | Chris Corsano

Michael Chapman