Deli followers should be aware by now that we are not exactly obsessed with the "classic rock" genre, but when a band is really good at something you’ve got to give them credit. Also, it must be said that the beauty of classic rock – a little bit like Motown records from the 70s – is that it creates opportunities to socialize with people who might not be into our beloved "indie" music (here we often refer to these guys as "civilians"). Well, dudes, Brooklyn’s own The Wild Deer could be the key to opening the door to that cute guy/girl who didn’t get your Dirty Projectors/Animal Collective mix tape – because they are really good at this "classic rock" thing. They are so good we can’t really pinpoint what band they sound like… it’s bluesy rock, that unfolds exactly like you expect it to, guitar solos included, but what takes it to the next level is singer Ed Fingerling’s perfect rock’n’roll voice, with his deep, husky tone somewhat reminiscent of Joe Strummer. So, the dating opportunity is for Saturday 12.04 at the Lakeside Lounge in the LES (corner of Houston and Clinton). Good Luck!