The KAC ROADHOUSE, presented by Indium Corporation, returns this spring for a special musical experience. On April 6th we’ll be hosting local duo favorite, The Rusty Doves, along with a hot new duo titled XVSK. Two different duos, both with their own unique sound.

The Rusty Doves: Although local to our area, The Rusty Doves have played extensively throughout the East Coast. An Americana mandolin and upright bass duo playing a progressive blend of swing, bluegrass, and folk, with musical selections from many genres, spanning every decade since 1900. George Gershwin to Metallica. George Shearing to The Beatles. Django Reinhardt to Radiohead. Jobim to Berlin. Cab Calloway to Bill Withers. Simon & Garfunkel to Leonard Cohen…a seamless blend of old and new…view a video of The Rusty Doves here.

XVSK: Working with the shorthand monicker XVSK, cellist Trevor Exter and percussionist John Kimock (son of guitarist, Steve Kimock) have a unique chemistry as musicians, wringing the depth of drums and cello. The music skirts the edges of indie rock, Americana, roots rock and improvisation that verges on jazziness. At once modern and tribal, melodic and in the groove, the rhythm section of the drums and bottom of the cello creates a foundation for Exter to weave melody and harmony– created with an occasional loop– from the high end of the cello and then solo with pizzicato and bowed solos. The surprising range of sounds created by these two artists fleshes out the lyrics and reassures the listener that this is a song based duo, not just another experimental combo exploring the depths of left field and spaciness. Thanks to Kimock’s creative, artistic drumming, the songs take on a life of their own, propelling the artists and their audience into the next mood or texture of the piece and giving the listener the impression of a full band. The overall effect is somewhat reminiscent of Morphine or maybe The Black Keys, circa 2007, and it “…makes you feel like you found something you didnʼt even know you were missing.” (BreakThruRadio.com) Check out some FREE music by XVSK here as well as a video here.

Doors will open at 7:00pm and the show will begin at 7:30pm. Ticket are only $10 and can be purchased below (if you are a member, you can get tickets for $7 with a password that will be sent out in an email, or simply call the KAC).