The concert, which is scheduled for 9:30 PM, will feature tunes from the new disc, which is set to hit stores March 21. Morton will also perform at the intimate venue within the Public Theater April 3 at 7 and 9:30 PM. Two songs by Boy George (aka George O'Dowd) are featured on "NewClear," including Kevan Frost and O'Dowd's "Pie in the Sky" and Michael Craig, Roy Hay, Jonathan Moss and O'Dowd's "Victims." The ten-track disc, which will be released on the Lyric Partners label, also features "NewClear" (Mark Underwood), "Closer and Closer" (Chris Judge and Greg Friel), "Chelsea Hotel" (Dan Bern), "Good Time Gone Bad" (David Nehls), "Hallelujah" (Leonard Cohen), "At This Moment" (William P. McCord) and "As It Began (a Lullaby)" (Mark Underwood).
Morton’s band comprises David Nehls (keyboards), David Matos (lead guitar), Paul Ranieri (bass), Damien Bassman (drums and percussion) and David Mann (saxophone).
Joe’s Pub is located within the Public Theater at 425 Lafayette Avenue. Tickets, priced at $25, are available by calling (212) 239-6200 or by visiting www.telecharge.com.