Martini Brothers!

April 20, 2005

Ain't Misbehavin'

Remember when a night out on the town didn't end with you barfing all over the bar?

Of course you don't. Because that was back in the '40s when stepping out meant acting classy and looking elegant.

If you're up for such old-school fun, head to Le Colonial on Thursday nights to see The Martini Brothers. Vocalist Bob Dalpe and guitarist Richard Fishman (the brothers who look alike but aren't related) are backed by bassist Neil Heidler, pianist Andy Ostwald, drummer Bob Blankenship, and clarinet player Jeff Sanford.

Decked in 1940s suits, matching brown and white spectator shoes, and fedoras, they belt out classics like "Fly Me to the Moon," "My Blue Heaven," and "I Left My Heart in San Francisco." Dalpe sounds insanely similar to Ol' Blue Eyes. The tunes and clever banter, meanwhile, will take you straight back to the golden era of Hollywood's glamorous nightlife.

And in the interest of reliving the past, go ahead and knock back a few martinis.

Please, just know your limit.

The Martini Brothers at Le Colonial Restaurant,
20 Cosmo Place, between Post and Setter Streets (415-931-3600). Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. For more information, go to martinimusic.com.

Photo Credit: Laurie Gordon

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