Albert Hammond Jr
Sun Dec 6, 19:00; Amager Bio, Øresundsvej 6, Cph S; 220kr; amagerbio.dk
Like father, like son. Albert Hammond is a hit songwriter who’s worked with the likes of Whitney Houston and Tina Turner.
His son Albert Jr is the frontman of The Strokes and is playing a solo show in Copenhagen following the summer release of his latest album, Momentary Masters.
Hammond’s latest music doesn’t so much tread indie’s rock-electro divide as jump between it. Slinky synths and jerky rhythms provide the electro, whilst distorted, staccato guitars and a vocal delivery similar to The Clash and The Jam characterise the rock side to the latest album. (JM)
Doe Paoro
Wed Dec 2, 21:00; Ideal Bar Vega, Enghavevej 40, Cph V; from 95kr, livenation.dk
It’s the Copenhagen debut of this ethereal, spiritual LA singer-songwriter. A self-taught singer and pianist, she’s joined the likes of Marianne Faithfull and Billy Bragg at Epitaph’s sister label ANTI.
Widowspeak
Wed Dec 2, 19:00; Lille Vega, Enghavevej 40, Cph V; 155kr, billetnet.dk
Expect languid, sparse sounds and a light touch with the Americana references from this Brooklyn duo. Tracks from the latest acclaimed album release, All Yours, should anchor the set list.
Liane Carroll Trio
Dec 3-5, 20:00; Jazzhus Montmartre, Store Regnegade 19A, Cph K; 295kr, billetlugen.dk
This acclaimed British pianist and jazz singer brings her gorgeous voice and musical poise to every performance. Her husband Roger Carey provides bass and Jazzhus stalwart Alex Riel is on drums.
Krept & Konan
Sat Dec 5, 20:00; Pumpehuset, Studiestræde 52, Cph V; 200kr, billetto.dk
This young hip-hop and grime duo from South London have provenance: Tinie Tempah and Wretch 32 have released music with them. They play Copenhagen again following a successful September slot.
Les Loups
Sat Dec 5, 22:00; Operaen Christiania, Pusher Street, Christiania; 50kr, christiania.org
Dance’s most unpigeonholeable group are on the up – and how. Mellifluously blending disco and funk into something close to house, these young Germans do more than hooks and drops.
Clutch
Sun Dec 6, 21:00; Store Vega, Enghavevej 40, Cph V; 270kr, billetnet.dk
Underrated rockers Clutch have mastered the full-bore, flat out corner of rock. Not taking themselves seriously is what they do – an irresistible, galloping, ZZ Top-esque antidote to musical apathy.
Tremonti
Wed Dec 9, 19:00; Amager Bio, Øresundsvej 6, Cph S; 270kr, amagerbio.dk
Mark Tremonti, the world-renowned guitarist for Creed and Alter Bridge, brings his own band (and ever-improving vocals) to Copenhagen. Hear his more personal work reverberate with assured playing and experience.
Love Amongst Ruin
Fri Dec 11, 22:00; BETA, Øresundsvej 6, Cph S; 140kr, billetlugen.dk
Former Placebo drummer Steve Hewitt is the big name in Love Amongst Ruin – but go for more than him. Their electro influences and fearless experimentation are a new departure in rock.
Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado
Sat Dec 12, 22:00; Mojo, Løngangstræde 21, Cph K; 150kr, mojo.dk
The ever-popular group almost need no introduction – they proved hugely popular and successful at this year’s Blues Festival and bring their trademark slick power to Mojo for the Christmas season.
