Brad Goodall with Jacqueline Hackett
Groove125 West 3rd Street, New York 10012
Brad Goodall plays Groove with Jacqueline Hackett on November 18. The bill pairs Goodall with Hackett, though the listing does not specify the evening’s instrumentation or whether Goodall will perform solo or with a band. It arrives after the May 2026 release of Hometown, his nine-song LP about love, marriage, home, and years spent touring in bands. The show follows Goodall’s shift from the character sketches of his debut toward more directly personal writing.
A West Virginia songwriter and piano bard, Goodall established himself with 2022’s Made In America, an album of satirical character studies of “sad, desperate men” in the vein of Randy Newman and Warren Zevon. He spent most of his twenties recording and touring with the Huntington, West Virginia indie rock band Ona, taking a leave after the debut before the group reunited for shows in 2025. Hometown draws on his long relationship with West Virginia, including life near the Ohio River, and was recorded in Nashville with drummer Griffin Goldsmith of Dawes, bassist Macey Taylor of Bright Eyes, and guitarist Zack Owens of Ona. Its title song is sparse, built around Goodall’s voice and piano, while the record as a whole is described as joyful, reflective, open, and vulnerable.
Groove offers a lively setting where music lovers gather to enjoy a range of live performances, often featuring multiple sets that stretch into the night. The venue’s space is designed for standing audiences, creating an energetic environment where the music takes center focus. A well-stocked bar serves as the hub for socializing before and after shows, while ticketing varies from free entry to modest cover charges, with advance purchase recommended for popular acts. The venue’s location in Manhattan places it within easy reach of the city’s vibrant nightlife, making it a natural stop for an evening out. Expect a night where the music pulses through the room, the crowd is engaged, and the energy builds as the night progresses, often with late-night jams or DJ sets extending the experience.