The Cap (indoors)
Doors 8:30PM / Show 9PM
$15 adv / $20 door
Blessed's sophomore release, “Circuitous”, cements and expands on their status as a band’s band: a patient, eclectic career outfit guided by the intense pursuit of an internally-dictated creative agenda. The group has sharpened their strengths, bringing an ever-growing depth of songwriting and artistic evolution to their craft.
Composed from hours of jam material and hundreds of demos, “Circuitous” comprises eight tracks that sprawl and thrash and burst and fall. The record finds the band digging deeper into their vast collective catalog of influences, taking notes from groups as diverse as Mount Kimbie, Shabazz Palaces, Liquid Liquid, and Unwound. The result is a sweeping, hyperreal, industrial art-rock tragedy, rendered in walls of noise, controlled drums, meandering ambience, and staccato syncopation, while touching on topics like agoraphobia, isolation, grief, the hyper-control of capital and the numbness it breeds. Circuitous was mixed by John Congleton (Swans, St. Vincent, Wye Oak) and mastered by Greg Obis (Alabaster Deplume, Cloud Nothings, Stuck).
A trio of deep-thinkin’ rippers, New Brunswick’s Motherhood achieve one very rare and uncomplicated feat: they sound EXCITING on record and stage alike. Unlike so many awkward experiments by peers and ‘adventurous’ contemporary rock outfits, Motherhood’s music explodes with the kind of charm and exuberance you can’t just order. No, it’d take years of late nite couch-crumpled conversations, bathroom stall barfs and parking lot laughter to achieve the kind of chemistry these three exude. If we’re calling this art rock, it’s because commitment is a precious art indeed. And make no mistake, Motherhood is all about commitment.
We hope that we can continue to provide an environment that feels safe. Our staff are fully vaccinated and now with new guidelines (that maybe subject to change) here's what The CAP looks like for the next foreseeable future:
It is no longer required to wear a mask at our live shows. We're excited to see all your smiling faces again! If wearing a mask makes you feel more comfortable in our space, we encourage that and will support you in your decision.
Ticket Refund Policy:
Ticket buyers can request a refund (before the date of any performance) with one exception, the payment processor will withhold a service fee of 5% from total ticket price. The refund will be issued to the original method of payment used at time of purchase. If an event is rescheduled or canceled ticket buyers will be notified with options including a refund. Refunds are subject to the 5% payment processor fee.
Accessibility & safety notes:
- The Cap patio requires climbing 4 stairs, and the Wilser's Room/Nest Patios require climbing a full set of stairs. The CAP record store / venue is accessible during daytime hours and nighttime events through the Queen Street entrance. Ground floor washrooms can be accessed in this space. Wilser's Room washrooms require climbing an additional 6 stairs.
- Events in the Tannery parking lot are gated, accessible at ground level, and are typically accessible to all ages (determined per event). Washrooms can be accessed through the fire exit of the CAP (right side of the building facing King street), through the King street entrance of Klub Krome. There are also occasions in which porta potties are present at these events, located close to the performance area.
- If you use a wheelchair or walking aid, please e-mail thecaprecordstore@gmail.com the day before the show so we can prepare adequate space for you.
- Washrooms are gender inclusive (femme/non-binary and masculine/non-binary). Patrons are encouraged to use whichever washroom they feel most comfortable in, and will have the support of our staff in using the washroom of their choosing.
- The Cap Safer Spaces policy is in place for the duration of the event. Should you feel unsafe at any time, please speak with any staff member or email thecaprecordstore@gmail.com
- Pets are not allowed during events, to ensure the comfort and safety of the animals. Service animals allowed with proper verification and demarcation.
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