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Sable Drive is an ongoing project born in 2003 as the brainchild of artist Stan Ascher. First emerging as a nameless, somewhat amorphous rock concept, Sable Drive has since grown into a creative force that has united a slew of talented artists to date — its moniker, set in stone more than a decade after its foundation, paying homage to the street where Ascher would throw block parties and meet many of his future collaborators.  Building on the groundwork laid by legends from Nick Cave and The B-52s to Jack White, Joy Division, Sleep and beyond, Sable Drive takes the classic rock sound on an indie, goth, oldies, and metal-flecked detour through the sonic lenses of both Ascher and his ever-evolving, ephemeral lineup, each release reflecting a different chapter, sometimes familiar, sometimes completely new.   Now, following a string of achievements, including recording an EP with renowned engineer Don Zlentara, securing a regular series of shows at the Galactic Panther gallery, and partnering with circus and sideshow acts to deliver a consistently unforgettable live experience for a diverse and growing global fanbase, Sable Drive is gearing up for its biggest year yet, with another EP and more shows in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
Tidy Demon has officially emerged as Stan’s solo project under the Sable Drive Enterprises LLC umbrella.After Sable Drive began booking gigs too close together, Stan created Tidy Demon to branch out… more
Sable Drive is teaming up with local promoter Zinoosh Farbod for a one-of-a-kind Spring Equinox show at an old sawmill in Savage, MD. The band will perform under Stan’s solo project name, Tidy Demon… more
Sable Drive’s  â€śNext Please” has been selected for inclusion in the groundbreaking art and sound exhibit Free Music: The Illusion of Liberation.The exhibit curators describe receiving “an… more
UPDATE: We found our artist for this project. Thanks so much for all your submissions and we will keep you in mind for the next project we have.  Sable Drive is commissioning an illustrator… more
Sable Drive has added a striking new element to their live arsenal — a boxing bell tuned close to D. The bell’s raw, resonant tone cuts through with the weight of a war drum, perfectly complementing… more
Alexandria’s own gothic indie oldies band with heavy metal influences, Sable Drive, is heading into an action-packed few months. With fresh music on the horizon, a string of local performances, and… more
Sable Drive has partnered with music industry influencer Matt Bacon, the voice behind the popular Instagram channel Bacon’s Bits, to create a brand-new Electronic Press Kit (EPK). Known for his sharp… more
Sable Drive has teamed up with Alexandria-based artist Carlos Bortoni, who works under the name n33fti Art Studio, for the band’s new video Next, Please!Band leader Stan Ascher first met Carlos at an… more
Sable Drive’s October 25th show was a thrill ride that set the perfect tone for Halloween weekend. With their signature blend of gothic indie oldies infused with heavy metal influences, the band… more
On September 14, 2024, Sable Drive took the stage for an unforgettable night of eclectic music and daring performances. This show, held in a packed local venue, brought together an array of unique… more