NEWS FEATURES, July 4, Acoustic Americana Music Calendar & News 2008

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"Tied to the Tracks"
ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC CALENDAR & NEWS
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NEWS FEATURES for July 4, 2008
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The Acoustic Americana Music Calendar with updated posts and our popular “anniversaries” of things that happened each day in the history of music, entertainment, and the rest of the world, is now at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com. Myspace has made changes that limit the size of posts, and that makes it far too time-consuming and ponderous to post the calendar there in small pieces.
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Our myspace site, www.myspace.com/laacoustic is still the place to go for news of the syndicated “Tied to the Tracks” radio show, and its new TV counterpart that launches soon.
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FUTURE EVENTS are all moving to our Blogspot page. Archived NEWS FEATURES are still found on our myspace site, where you can also peruse radio playlists and other old things, back to when acoustic music was made by indigenous natives pounding on hollow logs with rocks.
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NEWS FEATURES:
July 4, 2008
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1) NEW RADIO ROYALTIES LAW PASSES CRUCIAL VOTE
The U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on the Internet and Intellectual Property (often called the “IP Subcommittee”) voted June 30 to recommend passage, by the full House, of the “Performance Rights Act,” HR 4789, a bill that would require over-the-air (broadcast) radio stations to pay royalties to labels and artists. The bill would remove the historical exemption that allows broadcast radio stations to avoid paying royalties to record labels and artists for performances of sound recordings. Keep in mind their are two types of royalties: writer/publisher royalties, and performing rights royalties. Currently, broadcast stations pay royalties to the Performance Rights Organizations (P.R.O.s) ASCAP, BMI and SESAC, for writers and publishers, but do not pay performing rights royalties to labels or artists.
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The big labels own their artists’ publishing rights anyway, so they have been getting paid, all along. Others have been left-out, and want a piece of the action that may cripple some stations, or force them into formats that offer different compensations – payola is not dead. The key player in trying to force the change is the Recording Industry Association of America, RIAA, who has adopted a philosophy that if it’s recorded and it’s being played, anywhere for any purpose, they want money. RIAA has long been a shill for the few remaining big labels.
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The primary effect, if the bill becomes law, would be the requirement that larger broadcast radio stations pay royalties to labels and artists, in addition to what they pay the P.R.O.s, based on a percentage of the station’s revenue. Internet radio stations and satellite radio broadcasters are already required to make those payments, thanks to a lot of complicated lobbying and legislation that involved the fat cats trying to get a leg-up on each other, while simultaneously conspiring to stop the threat to their hegemony that arrived with internet radio. As it is, things get complicated when a broadcast station has a web simulcast and/or archive or podcast, since different aspects of cross-platform distribution require different payments to different entities, including the digital rights management arms of the industry’s octopus. The new bill, as it now stands, does offer exceptions for smaller radio stations, those with revenue less than $1.25 million, and for educational and public broadcasters.
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National Association of Broadcasters Vice President Dennis Wharton said on June 30, "Today's vote comes as a complete non-surprise, given the House IP Subcommittee's history of support for the RIAA-backed tax on local radio stations. Despite today's action, there remains broad bipartisan resistance to the RIAA tax from members of Congress who question whether a punitive fee on America's hometown radio stations should be used to bail-out the failing business model of foreign-owned record labels."
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The NAB has built a coalition of 219 House members opposed to the bill.
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Many indie artists have bought-in to a ruse propagated by “Big Music,” believing that passage of the bill would bring a wonderful change that would provide “level-playing-field” money for everyone. We have warned here in the past that something altogether different is far more likely. If a station’s program director knows that he or she must pay to play an iconic song by an iconic artist, or must pay the same amount to play an unknown song by an unknown indie artist, which is likely to get airplay?
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Everyone who has, or aspires to, a career in music has a stake in this. Read the NAB position as well as the RIAA position, and contact your member of Congress and your Senators. They’re all in their states or home districts on summer recess, campaigning for reelection, so you can probably find them and ask them, face-to-face, if you want. And you should understand the implications and take an activist position.
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2) JULY 5 “GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” CELEBRATES 1-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
The charity benefit series’ creator and host MARK ISLAM tells us, “13 shows. 12 local non-profit organizations. 52 performers. 5 different venues. 0 cover charge. $6,839 in audience offerings. 100% donated.”
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Mark has shown diligence and perseverance in making it happen, and continuing through a series of venues, as the original home closed for remodeling, and the series outgrew its temporary replacement quarters.
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This Saturday, July 5, at 8 pm, the series moves yet again, to The Spot Café & Lounge, 4455 Overland Av, Culver City; 310-559-8868; www.thespotcafelounge.com.
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Mark tells us, “About a year ago this time, a trusty troupe of troubadours and I, in response to imminent closures of so many beloved haunts and hangouts, committed to a free monthly musicians' mingle that'd also collect contributions for non-profit organizations serving metropolitan Los Angeles. And on Saturday, we present ‘Grassroots Acoustica #13: First Anniversary Edition,’ benefiting Children Of The Night (www.childrenofthenight.org) an L.A.-based organization assisting children between the ages of 11 and 17 forced into prostitution and pornography for food to eat and a place to sleep. For those with a sense of occasion, Children Of The Night received the very first Grassroots Acoustica offering plate one year ago.”
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Mark continues, “The bakers' dozenth brings RANDY SHARP to the Grassroots Acoustica fold for the very first time, one of many live scenes he’s supported over the years both here and in Nashville. Many’s a night I recall being in his audience as he played songs that’d become either greatest hits essentials or intriguing album tracks by genre-defining tastemakers: JENNIFER WARNES, LINDA RONSTADT, DIXIE CHICKS, REBA MCENTIRE, & PATTY LOVELESS. Longtime champion EMMYLOU HARRIS won a 2005 country Grammy for her cover of ‘The Connection,’ title track of his own long-awaited CD which is well-worth seeking out.”
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Also on the bill, DUDLEY SAUNDERS, JANE BOLDUC, BYRON PFEIFER & TOM GRAMLICH.
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To date, Grassroots Acoustica has supported the following nonprofits: Children Of The Night; The Blank Theatre Company; Project Angel Food; cancer support center WeSpark; The Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation for Animal & Human Welfare; The Nicolette Larson Pediatric Endowment; A New Way Of Life Reentry Project; Echo Park Film Center; Showing People Learning & Technology; Friends of the Los Angeles River; School On Wheels; The Celebration Theatre.
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Like all the previous edition, it’s free and open to the public. 100% of any voluntary contributions are directly donated to Children Of The Night.
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3) NEW FILM, “SEVEN SIGNS,” SCREENS AT “GRAND OLE ECHO” JULY 6
The popular every-Sunday roots-Americana series in L.A. includes a very notable FILM SCREENING before the music on Sunday in the Echoplex, 1154 Glendale Bl, Echo Park 90026; www.myspace.com/thegrandoleecho. (Enter through the alleyway of the Echo, behind 1822 Sunset Bl).
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The film, “SEVEN SIGNS” with THE LEGENDARY SHACK SHAKERS, will; be followed by live music from J.D.WILKES (Legendary Shack Shakers), plus the kind of lineup the series always presents, this week, WELLDIGGER'S BANQUET, THE CHEATIN' KIND, MIKE STINSON, BRET JENSEN'S DEATH VALLEY JUBILEE, and an extended show with BETTY DYLAN at the end of the evening, all in the Echoplex (alley entrance) for the use of the big screen.
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More about the film: “SEVEN SIGNS” is a Southern documentary akin to films like "Searching for the Wrong-Eyed Jesus," and "Dancin' Outlaw." Possessed by a vision similar to that of the tent-show evangelists down in Dixie, J.D.WILKES, the charismatic frontman and songwriter for the THE LEGENDARY SHACK SHAKERS, sets-off with a camera crew to prove that the older, stranger South still exists in all of its eerie, time-worn, and gothic glory, despite the expansion of the "New South's" urban sprawl. "The first wave of our taping was a huge success," declares Col. J.D., first-time filmmaker and full time frontman for his equally Bible Belt-influenced rock 'n roll band. He continues, "Foreshadowing is an important tool in movie making. It's also important to give our fans a heads up about my new project." Hence, Sunday’s screening.
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Wilkes clarifies, "This movie seeks to give resonance to the voices of true, southern individuals...each one unique, fearless and most importantly intelligent. This is NOT an exploitational slam-job on the South. This is about the humanity of my homeland. These are my people.” The film's first 10-day shoot was completed in the summer of 2006 by Kentucky's indie film teams Tuckywood Productions and JuddFilms. But the final project won't be released until sometime late in 2007.
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Wilkes explained what life has been like the past two years, when he said, "The editing process is extremely time-consuming and difficult, especially when you live on the road most of the year," said Wilkes, whose band tours almost constantly. "Thanks to technology, though, I can do a lot of it on my laptop or a DVD monitor. We have a couple of independent Kentucky theatres that have agreed to help promote and premiere it locally, too.” The movie hits film festivals this Fall, but you can see it at the Echoplex event.
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4) ARTISTS SOUGHT TO PERFORM STEVE GOODMAN SONGS
“I am very involved with this mini book tour at the end of the month and wanted to let you know about it. I'm coordinating talent for these events and if you are a STEVE GOODMAN fan interested in participating, please let me know, I will send you more info! We currently have openings at Borders, the Fret House, Water Canyon Coffee and Moe's Books. These slots will fill up fast, so please let me know asap.” That word comes from ALYSSA ARCHAMBAULT, who manages artists that include BILL TAPIA and DAN JANISCH, both of whom have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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The late Steve Goodman is best known for his 1970 train song that became a hit for ARLO GUTHRIE, “City of New Orleans.” Goodman was a fine performing songwriter in his own right, and his televised performances include an episode of “Austin City Limits.” He was, in fact, a familiar and delightful presence in concert halls and on radio and TV.
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Veteran Seattle journalist CLAY EALS (www.clayeals.com) is the author of "STEVE GOODMAN: FACING THE MUSIC," an 800-page, 575-photo book that is now in its second printing. The book has earned rave reviews and a silver medal for biography in the 2008 Independent Publisher Book Awards. It includes an 18-track CD of songs written and performed by other musicians in tribute to Goodman. For the California tour, Eals will be joined by special musical guests for events in Los Angeles, Long Beach, Seal Beach, Covina, Yucca Valley and Berkeley. The tour begins on July 25, which would have been Goodman's 60th birthday. Musicians will perform Goodman and Goodman-related songs, and all events are free of charge.
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Everyone is invited to attend one or more of six reading / music events set for L.A. / OC July 25, 26, 27, to celebrate the biography of one of America's most galvanizing entertainers.
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If you would like to perform -- or know someone who would like to perform -- during one or more of these events, e-mail Alyssa Archambault of Paniolo Productions, at alyssa@panioloproductions.com, or go to www.panioloproductions.com.
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5) 150 CUB SCOUTS IN SEARCH OF COWBOY MUSICIANS
Cub Scouts from all over the LA area will be participating in a Day Camp at Woodley Park in Sherman Oaks during the week of July 14-18 (flyer at www.balboaoaks.bsa-la.org/cubs/cub_day_camp.html). They are searching for one or cowboy musicians. This year's camp theme is “Western Trails,” and they tell us, “we'd love to give our boys as lively and educational a time as possible. It would be great if they could enjoy a performance by a Western band or musician. This experience will help our cub scouts earn their Music Belt Loop. If you would like to help the boys (and their parents) learn to appreciate cowboy music, please contact Quinn as soon as possible at (818) 906-9970 or (213) 910-4095. Camp is just around the corner. If we get more than one entertainer / group, then great! We can schedule them on any of the 3 days above.” They want music performances July 14, 15, or 16, at noon. They say, “We can pay for mileage up to $50, and lunch, but can’t offer [other] pay.” You can sell your CDs, and remember, parents are there.
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6) INDIES AT OLYMPIC TRIALS
In another proof that indie music is everywhere in mainstream culture, and in utter defiance of the notion that the “only thing that matters” is the 18-24 year-old age demographic (despite what the few remaining big record labels think), here’s another one for you. Omaha, Nebraska-based CHER & GENE KLOSNER are singing the National Anthem for the US Olympic Swim Trials Finals at the Qwest Center, July 5, at 7 pm. No word whether the event, or that part of it, will be televised, but if it is, that’s them! Their CD, “Stardust” (www.StardustLullaby.com) has won numerous awards, including two quite recently – a Creative Child “Preferred Choice” Award and a “Parents with Style Award.” They tell us, “We are very excited and honored to add these to the ‘iParenting Media Award’ and the ‘Parents’ Choice Award.’ Artists info, www.CherGene.com and www.MySpace.com/CherGeneKlosner.
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7) REMEMBER OUR WILDLAND FIREFIGHTERS, WITH MUSIC
With over a thousand fires burning in California, in early July, we should all take a moment and think of those who risk their lives to keep us safe. Now, and especially on July 6th, go view the music video, or just listen to the song, “South Canyon 1994” in honor of the 14 wildland firefighters who died on that day in Colorado. It’s by the BLACK IRISH BAND and it’s track 14 on their the CD, “Into the Fire.” The band’s PATRICK MICHAEL KARNAHAN reminds us, “They were all so young when they left this world.” He adds, “Special thanks to MICHAEL MARTIN MURPHEY, HOWARD HUDIBURG, and all the work of the TEXAS STATE SYMPHONY” who contributed musically to the project. The song, and others on the album, have been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Listen to this stirring musical tribute at http://i220.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid220.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/trainfire28/SouthCanyon.flv
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Michael reminds us that the revenues from the song support the Wildland Firefighter Foundation (2049 Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705). You can support the foundation at www.wffoundation.org.
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He adds, “The Wildland Firefighter Foundation would not exist without your support. You help us send money to wildland firefighter families when a death or injury occurs, a bronze statue for families of the fallen, Christmas sponsorships, and many other assistance efforts. WFF provides the channel for your donations to reach those in need during difficult times. This Foundation exists solely out of the goodness of the hearts of all of you. The Wildland Firefighter Foundation is honored to accept donations in the name of a loved one that has passed.”
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8) SPEAKING OF MICHAEL PATRICK KARNAHAN…
The Sonora (CA)-based musician and songwriter is also a renowned artist who did the 2008 Osh Hardware railroad Calendar, and over a half-million went out to the general public. He just checked-in with us to tells us that he painted the album cover for cowboy-western musician MICHAEL MARTIN MURPHEY’s new CD.
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A new oil painting of Murphey, measuring 18 X 20 inches, will grace the cover of Murph's new railroad CD due out this summer. The painting features Murphey on horseback, his guitar slung on his back, watching the passage of ex-Southern Pacific steam locomotive number 1744. The scene is a contemporary one, on the high desert area of Colorado on the famous La Veta Pass line of the old Denver & Rio Grande, a stretch that’s now a tourist-hauler. Even though Murphey's face is small in the painting, you can see every detail and know it's him under that hat. Murphey is happy. He says, “It's nice to know that an album cover, for a music CD, could still feature original artwork in these days of computer graphics.” Karnahan ads, “Murphey has been a real champion of using original custom artwork for the majority of his past album covers.”
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Karnahan has been painting trains since age 8. He’s also been a member of the BLACK IRISH BAND for over 20 years. The band is featured on Murphey's upcoming album, along with an original song written by Karnahan. Get info on the multitalented artist and his paintings at www.trainfire.com .
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9) “HEARTLAND PUBLIC RADIO” MAKES FORMAT CHANGE, GOES AUTOMATED
We’ve always had a special regard for the folks at web-based Heartland Public Radio, since we’re all former broadcast programmers and hosts of award-winning Americana shows once carried on a certain Los Angeles radio station. So we greet their latest news with mixed feelings. They’ve grown from a modest start, with a few hosted programs on one channel each week, to multi-channel 24/7 programming. A downside is, some popular hosted shows are no longer there, and it’s all automated. The good news is, it’s there, and it’s growing.
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Their newest (third) channel just SWITCHED FORMATS on June 1 to “Gospel Bluegrass” from a broader format they refer to, in retrospect, as “secular bluegrass.” That’ll surely prove popular with some, less popular with others. Here’s what you’ll find.
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“HPR2: The Western Music Channel” is Heartland Public Radio's Western Music Channel, and the only place in the world featuring 24-hour-a-day Western / Cowboy music. They do say, “Until further noted,” HPR 2 is “only featuring an automated mix of Western favorites with no live / hosted programs.”
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“HPR1: Classic Country” features “true Classic Country music from the 1940s through the 1960s (with an occasional hit from the 70s and 80s thrown into the mix).” They offer the same notation regarding “an automated mix… with no live/hosted programs.”
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“HPR3: The Bluegrass Gospel Channel” is the new addition, and features “pure Bluegrass Gospel music 24-hours-a-day.”
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Find all three channels, 24/7, and playlists, at www.hpr.org.
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10) OJAI CONCERT SERIES OFFERS “4 FOR 3” DEAL
With extortion at the gas pumps, deals like this are especially attractive. The Ojai Concert series routinely brings fine folk-Americana performers, and even offers low-cost child care at its concerts. Series presenters Shane & Kelli Butler tell us, “For a limited time only, if you buy tickets for MAEVE MacKINNON on July 22, the ‘LADIES COUNTRY NIGHT OUT’ on Sep 17, and the SARA GREY / KIENON MEANS show on Oct 16, we will give you a free ticket to the DANA & SUE ROBINSON show on November 13. Just send in a check for $45, or $90 for 2 people, and we will put you on will-call for all 4 shows.” Contact them an ojaiconcertseries@gmail.com.
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11) ROSS ALTMAN TO RECEIVE AWARD IN GALA EVENING
The 10th Annual “COMMUNITAS” AWARDS dinner & program on Sat, Sep 6, at 6 pm honors several deserving people, including folksinger-songwriter / “songfighter” ROSS ALTMAN, plus Bruria and David Finkel, and Herley Jim Bowling, at the Church in Ocean Park, 235 Hill St, in the Ocean Park district of Santa Monica. To receive an invitation, e-mail churchop@aol.com.
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“Communitas” recognizes community building by activists from the Los Angeles area. ROSS ALTMAN has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” and is a longtime columnist for FolkWorks. In the best tradition of folk music activism, he "comforts the afflicted and afflicts the comfortable," whether singing at schools, union halls, folk festivals, libraries, senior homes, or folk societies, Ross brings his courage, intellect and warmth to every event. He has been the church's folksinger since he was first asked to lead a Labor Day Sunday filled with labor movement songs. This annual event has continued for nearly 30 years and is a highlight for the church and neighborhood. The evening begins with a buffet dinner at 6 pm, followed by the program at 7:30 pm. Program includes commendations to the honorees and musical pieces chosen especially for them, along with a silent auction and raffle (raffle tix $5 ea). Ads available in event program from Dona Dirlam, event co-chair, at ddirlam@gia.edu or 310-392-4773. Dinner/program tix $60 per person, $25 low income.
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12) CLASS ON MAKING BOOKS OFFERED AT DESCANSO GARDENS
This one, on July 26, will interest many artists. Ever thought of making a book of your songs, or your lyrics as poetry, like JEWEL’s best-seller, but more personal? Book-design artist WENDY POMA teaches the step-by-step process of making books, using a wide variety of papers from around the world. Participants will leave class with a beautiful set of three books. All materials are supplied by the instructor. No previous bookmaking experience is required. Poma has years of experience teaching the art of bookmaking and has appeared on HGTV promoting book arts.
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Class is offered Saturday, July 26, 9 am-1 pm, at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge; 818-949-4200. The Gardens are near the interchange of the 2 and 210 freeways. Fees: $25 ($20 for Descanso members), plus a $22 materials fee payable to Wendy Poma. To register, call 818-949-7980. Fees for classes and programs include Gardens admission. Parking is free. More at www.descansogardens.org.
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13) R.I.P., L.G. RAVARE
A friend, a dancer and a supporter of the Southeren Cal zydeco community, L.G. Ravare died July 1. BJ DECULUS of BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO says, “L G was a fine gentlemen, soft spoken and a man of great character. He loved zydeco music and loved to dance to it. He was one of our biggest supporters. He will truly be missed.”
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Connie Arizmendi, Long Beach Bayou Festival coordinator, says “LG was a long time supporter of CCD [Long Beach’s sponsoring charity and recipient of its profits] and volunteered for many years. He was [festival founder] Murphy's close friend and he helped drive artists and artist VIPs to the festival. In addition, he frequently cooked food for our ‘dance dance dance’ series held in Gardena. He came to see me [before this year’s festival in June] and said that he might not be around for too long and he wanted to do something nice for his wife, Maryann. He ordered, ‘Happy 50th Anniversary’ on our Festival Program.’”
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In return, the Festival ordered a big banner with a red heart and the words, “Happy 50th Anniversary LG and Maryann Ravare.” Connie says, “I am so glad he got this for his wife. Unfortunately, he was too sick to come to the festival. His family brought them the festival program and the banner.” For those who knew him, the funeral is Tue, July 8. Contact CCD for info, at 562-427-8834.
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14) “BAYOU TALK” NEWSPAPER AVAILABLE ONLINE
Bayou Talk is a Creole and Cajun Community newspaper that covers the spectrum of the music, dance, and other events. BJ DECULUS of BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO tells us that it can now be obtained on-line. Subscribe at www.bayoutalk.com
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15) NORTHWEST FOLK LIFE PERFORMANCES NOW ON-LINE
Anyone who has ever attended the enormous annual festival held at te old World’s Fair site over an extended Memorial Day Weekend in Seattle knows, as it’s promoters say, “It’s a happy dilemma: which show to go to at the Northwest Folklife Festival? Which amazing performance am I going to miss because I was busy attending a different amazing performance?”
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Now they tell us, “Happily, we've got a solution for you: many of the 2008 Festival's live performances were recorded and are available for download on our audio site www.nwfolklifeaudio.org.”
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You can listen to a number of shows, some with multiple artists, like, “The Many Shades of Gospel Music,” “Folk Punk Attack!,” “Raisin' a Ruckus: New Old Time Bands,” “Latin American All-Stars,” and many other shows. You can also hear performances from the 2007 Festival or listen to their podcasts. Let’s hope this catches-on with other festivals, especially in this year of extortion at the gas pumps. You can also purchase a CD of various artists’ performances at the 2007 festival. Go to www.nwfolklife.org.
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16) THIS WEEK’S YOU TUBE PICK: IF PAT PAULSEN AND COLBERT CAN DO IT…
We received this message from AL "DOC" MEHL (theasphaltcowboy@comcast.net), who began by saying he was “just checking in with a public service announcement.” Al is well known in the Western music & cowboy poetry world, so you might expect he would have something to say about the current balloting for the top honors in the WMA Awards. Nope. He says, “Forget the Western Music Association awards, I'm thinking bigger... I'm running for president.”
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Now, he acknowledges that it’s “A little late to be entering the race, I've heard the pundits say. But you decide. Just for fun, check out this newly released video poem, ‘THE DIVIDED STATES OF AMERICA,’ in which I cogitate about red states and blue states, elephants and donkeys, even a plan for a new direction for the country. Click on this strange looking ‘YouTube’ web address, and you're there: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OTFDPQwDmw .”
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Editor’s note to our readers: Wellsir, Al, we had to pick this video. It’s well worth watching, of course, but it’s also something more. It’s a fine opportunity to remember that not everyone in a cowboy hat is a political moron, despite what a certain administration has been doing.
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NEXT WEEK, we’ll bring lots more news.
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Meantime, be sure you read our #1 news feature in the June 6 edition, and CONTACT CONGRESS to protect your rights to your created works from the piracy that will result if the “Orphan Arts Act” is passed.
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