Nov 22, 2009 at 8:00 PM EST (7:00 PM DOORS) Destination Guadeloupe Festival featuring Luc Leandry the King of Zouk also featuring Jocelyne Labylle, Jocelyne Labylle & more at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $25.00

The 2nd Annual Destination Guadeloupe Festival comes to New York to celebrate the culture of the islands that make up Guadeloupe. The Festival runs from November 18-22; and the celebraiton's main event is happening at SOBs on Sunday, November 22nd. What Guadeloupe has to offer is unique on many levels, from the stimulating visual imagery that animates the paintings of Joel Nankin to the culinary mastery of visiting chef Georges Césarin. These bastions of the island's creativity will serve as two companion pieces to high-powered music ensembles that spotlight many hypnotically indigenous styles, among them Gwo-ka drumming, Jazz Gwada and lilting Zouk; these are key among the earthy, modern sounds that supplanted an earlier, pre-millennial Guadeloupe-New York sensation, the once-influential dance style called biguine. All of the aforementioned stars return to S.O.B.'s for the evening's sprawling MAIN EVENT, and to boost the energy level even higher, Luc Leandry, the King of Zouk, headlines along with the Divas of Zouk, Joëlle Ursull (known for her work with Zouk Machine and French pop provocateur Serge Gainsbourg) and the sultry Jocelyne Labylle, who has also taken France by storm. Panik's versatility will again be on display, as the dynamic ensemble handles the wide-ranging repertoires of each star. In addition, audiences can also enjoy the native haute-cuisine of Chef Georges Césarin, who will be in the kitchen at S.O.B.'s for one night only, having made the trip all the way from the Casino de Gosier on the Guadeloupe island of Gosier. Also, one lucky audience member will get even more than a taste of Guadeloupe as the winner of the evening's Destination Guadeloupe Raffle, the grand prize of which is a trip for two to the island (plus hotel ac commodations for two). It's the perfect cap to a weekend of French-Caribbean sights, sounds and sensations.

Nov 23, 2009 at 9:00 PM EST (7:00 PM DOORS) JamRock w/Squeeze featuring Tanya Stephens and Meta & The Cornerstones at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $10.00

Nov 24, 2009 at 8:00 PM EST (7:30 PM DOORS) to Nov 24, 2009 11:50 PM EST HOT 97 Whose Next Live Featuring B.O.B special guest Young Star 6-3 Hosted By Peter Rosenberg at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $10.00

Nov 27, 2009 at 11:55 PM EST (11:00 PM DOORS) T- Vice featuring Nu-Look at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $40.00

Nov 30, 2009 at 9:00 PM EST (8:00 PM DOORS) Tony Rebel featuring Queen Ifrica at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $20.00

Dec 1, 2009 at 9:00 PM EST (7:30 PM DOORS) Javier Ruibal at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $15.00

On Tuesday, December 1st, Javier Ruibal starts the new month off with an intimate concert for all fans of great music and specifically Flamenco & spanish guitar traditions. Within the variety of legendary musicians Spain holds, Javier Ruibal holds the title of being one of the few artists who has the ability in mixing different musical styles into one of his own. The Spanish songwriter, born in Southern Spain, is known for his vocal gift and talent by combining Flamenco, Arabian, and Jazz music into one personal genre. To acknowledge his genius, the Spanish government of Andalusia awarded Ruibal with the Medal Of Andalusia. His accomplishments do not cease there. Javier Ruibal's demonstrated his singing and guitar playing abilities in countries such as England, United States, Algeria, and much more. On December 1st, immerse yourself in the rhythm of Ruibal's compilation of sounds.

Dec 2, 2009 at 9:00 PM EST (7:30 PM DOORS) Mateo at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $10.00

Singing sensation Mateo has his SOBs debut. When MATEO walks onstage, sits at his piano and starts one of his heartfelt songs it's clear that this is an artist on a mission. It's no coincidence that Mateo lists Lauryn Hill, India.Arie, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Justin Timberlake, and Robin Thicke as influences but he's also quick to give a nod to alternative acts such as Radiohead, Coldplay, Daft Punk and Kanye West. ?Everything is merging together, and I like that in my music; a mixture rather than one flavor only; R&B/Pop/Alternative/Soul?Urban Mod?if you want to pick a new genre." Mostly recorded in a humble apartment studio in Los Angeles, MATEO?s upcoming album artfully avoids the assembly line of modern pop music by having thoughtful lyricism and sweeping melodies at its core. The first single, ?Complicated" is an example of that, with its introspective and honest description an unintended love affair that is now reaching critical mass.

Dec 5, 2009 at 11:55 PM EST (11:45 PM DOORS) FUN featuring DJ Rich Medina & DJ Herbert Holler at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $10.00

Dec 8, 2009 at 9:00 PM EST (7:30 PM DOORS) Blue Nefertiti An Evening of French Soul Cabaret at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $12.00

Dec 17, 2009 at 9:00 PM EST (7:30 PM DOORS) Albita at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $22.00

Dec 19, 2009 at 11:55 PM EST (11:45 PM DOORS) Jaspects : Polka-Dotted Stripe Album Release Party at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $10.00

Dec 27, 2009 at 8:00 PM EST (7:00 PM DOORS) Haitian Women in Jazz Melanie JB Charles| Pauline Jean Special guests Natalie Cerin at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $20.00

Dec 31, 2009 at 11:00 PM EST (10:30 PM DOORS) New Years Eve 2010 SAMBA CLASSIC Gold Package at S.O.B.'s - New York, NY $55.00