Aug 12 through 31, Acoustic Americana Music Guide, 2009

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Well, here’s your very own copy of the Guide. It’s 200 pages long, if you print it out. But you can read it on your glowing screen. It’s as complete as we can make it, in a single edition that must suffice for the rest of the month, and it’s here in all its easy-to-access hugeness. If you’d like to tell others, it’s available at
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“Tied to the Tracks”
ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC GUIDE
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AUGUST 12 through 31, 2009 EDITION
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…including our WOODSTOCK +40 YEARS special, atop the listings for August 15!
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Your editor will be in the High Sierra, blissfully free of all things cyber, and quite out-of-touch with communications. While you’re enjoying the music you find in the Guide, your editor will be reveling in nature’s music of fast rushing mountain streams and wind in the tops of tall pines. (No, he’s not taking an ipod. That would be sacrilege. And besides, having buds in your ears and not being able to hear makes you a tempting snack for a bear.)
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If you’re already feeling withdrawals from our frequent updates, you still can go directly to our special little NEWS & REVIEWS edition, at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2009/08/special-edition-look-whos-back-where.html
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WELCOME!
Without question, the Los Angeles region now has the greatest number of live acoustic performances of anyplace in America, and possibly in the world. Much of it is simply WONDERFUL, including club and coffeehouse gigs, performing arts center and theater concerts, indoor and outdoor shows, and a steady parade of festivals that include a healthy acoustic music presence. In addition, for those planning travel and our readers elsewhere, the Guide always includes a vast variety of acoustic music festivals all over the planet. And unique to the Guide, descriptions are included in our extensive listings, rather than simple calendar listings where you need to recognize a performer’s name to know the genre of acoustic music. (Lots of places tell you who, where, and when. We tell you that, plus the all-important “what.”) Yep, we “Guide” you through the live acoustic music scene.
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RECURRING EVENTS include residencies, series, showcases, and open mics, and all these are numerous in the Southern California acoustic music universe. We generally add them to the Guide’s calendar one week at a time, as dates approach, because there are so many of them AND because it gives us a chance to learn who is playing.
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RADIO SHOWS that regularly feature live acoustic performances are included, provided there is a way to hear them in Los Angeles. With precious few exceptions, hearing these in L.A. requires internet listening, and we give you the necessary URLs.
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GETTING YOUR GIG LISTED: We welcome your feedback, and news of your acoustic Americana and acoustic renaissance music shows (send us gig notices in our format, please; see any listed show for an example) please DON’T expect us to re-type info that you have locked into a jpg – send us plain text, so we can work with it! Send to us at tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com.
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WHERE TO FIND WHAT WE DO…
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WE’RE ON NO DEPRESSION as a new presence, and enjoying that site. Find us there at http://community.nodepression.com/profile/TiedtotheTracks
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WE’RE IN FOLKWORKS with the latest edition of the “Somewhere Out There” column, available online at http://www.folkworks.org/content/viewcategorycur/89 and for the edition before that, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35941/3176. (We received MANY compiled pages of feedback about the last column, so feel free to send us yours!) We contribute occasional reviews or feature stories to FolkWorks. You can read the work of many good writers there, and you can sign-up for a free FolkWorks e-newsletter, too, all at www.FolkWorks.org
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News of the syndicated “Tied to the Tracks” radio show is happening faster than we can report it. But we will, soon!
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COMMUNICATE WITH US about anything related to the Acoustic Americana Music Guide and / or the Acoustic Americana Music News, at tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com.
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Yes, we get HUNDREDS of emails every week, so please give us as much advance notice as possible for your event!
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PLEASE DON’T send us anything through myspace email. It’s esoteric, it cannot be auto-forwarded into a “real” email account, and we just can’t keep up with it. (Myspace “friends” are great, and we DO welcome you there!) We don’t update the Myspace site very often anymore. It’s really just an archive of old news at www.myspace.com/laacoustic
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And, for those who appreciate music festivals, read Larry Wines’ big round-up for FolkWorks of the Spring Music Festival circuit, at
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IN THIS EDITION: Look for our popular “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks!
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Wednesday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are JACKSON BROWNE at the Greek Theatre at 7:30 pm; the “SOUTH BAY BEAT SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with LILY WILSON, MATT SUMNER, & ROZ ESPOSITO, and performing hosts JODI SIEGEL & ALFRED JOHNSON, 7:30-10 pm in Hermosa Beach; and, BUDDY GUY plus DR. JOHN & THE LOWER 911, plus JAMES COTTON, at the Hollywood Bowl at 8 pm.
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Daily, through Aug 30, in Laguna Beach:
10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed, in Yucaipa:
12:30 pm “YUCAIPA UKERS,” THE YUCAIPA UKULELE GANG, an ‘off-shoot’ of the Loma Linda Ukulele Strummers (LLUS), meets every Wed (recently changed; was 10:30 am). Info, loc, www.lomalindaukestrummers.org.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
3-7 pm “ROOTS MUSIC JAM SESSION” with TOM SAUBER at the Sierra Madre Farmers' Market, in the parking lot behind the shops on the south side of Sierra Madre Blvd., just west of Baldwin Av, in Sierra Madre. Take Baldwin Av exit N from 210 Fwy. Turn W off Baldwin onto Mariposa and you'll see the tents. Tom tells us, “It won't take the place of Frank & Joe’s [the long-gone Wed night jam] and I know it's not convenient for most, but it's something as long as the weather's nice.” Info, masaw48@earthlink.net
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Wed, Aug 12, Wed & Thu, every week; near Santa Barbara:
4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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Wed’s include BBQ; Thu’s are a “Mountain Fiddle Hootenanny.” Both hosted by MARK LEWIS. More at www.paradisestoresb.com/entertainment.asp?cmth=2&cyer=2009
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
5-8 pm New “CLAREMONT WEDNESDAY GREEN MARKET” features acoustic music inside and outside the Packing House in the new West Claremont Center, 532 W First St, Claremont 91711; www.claremontpackinghouse.com/home.htm. RON ELY plays authentic and original songs of the sea and more at Bonita & Yale Av. More at www.myspace.com/ronely. Ron tells us, “It's all about ‘going GREEN,’ and should be promoted and supported. They’ve expanded with a Farmer's Market each Wednesday evening, outside this same venue, The Packing House, a fully rehabilitated old building, a real packing house, Historical Landmark. It's put-on by the non-profit ‘Claremont Forum,’ (www.claremontforum.org) that sponsors the "Prison Library Project," sending books to those incarcerated.”
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Wed, Aug 12, 2nd & 4th Wed every month; in Lancaster:
6 pm UKULELE CLUB at Nick’s Pizza, 43755 15th St West, Lancaster. Uke players begin arriving about 5 pm, meeting starts at 6 pm. Newcomers welcome.
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Wed, Aug 12, second (& fourth) Wed every month:
6:30 pm “TWICE-A-MONTH BLUEGRASS JAM” new for ’09, at Robano's Italian Pizza Kitchen, 10057 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602. (It’s S of Magnolia, W of Buena Vista, E of Cahuenga.) Jam is in the room behind the bar area. Hosted by Paddy Hill, who wants us to tell you, “All players welcome. Please plan to buy a beer or appetizer (from $5) to get the owner enthusiastic, or better still, a full meal from $9.” Info, contact Paddy Hill at paddyh036@gmail.com. First date for event is Feb 11. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 12, 2nd Wed every month:
7-10:30 pm monthly “LAWIM SOIREE” as Los Angeles Women in Music (LAWIM) presents an evening of music and a buffet supper, at the M Bar, 1253 Vine St (at Fountain), Hollywood 90038; 323-856-0036. Info, info@lawim.com. The Soiree is always a fine event, and includes an all-you-can-eat buffet. A respectful “listening room” environment is provided for the performances, and there are plenty of industry networking opportunities before and after. It was co-winner in FolkWorks’ “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” for best monthly listening room. "An invigorating evening that proves there is art in Los Angeles after all." - Tom Kidd, Music Connection Magazine. Hosted by multi-platinum songwriter-recording artist HARRIET SCHOCK. Valet Parking $4.50, or free street parking, if you can find it. Full bar available, and there is a $10 minimum on food (the buffet dinner is no longer included in admission). The showcase is held in a respectful “listening room” atmosphere, from 8-10 pm. Reservations are no longer taken; just get there promptly for a seat. $10 mbrs, $20 gen’l public, plus restaurant minimum.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
7-10 pm weekly OPEN MIC at the Talking Stick, (new location), 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. Alternating hosts TOM & BYRON or ELLEN. Sign-ups at 6:45 pm. Venue has coffeehouse fare and good sandwiches. All ages, no cover.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
7-9 pm “JILL SHARPE PRO-BLUES JAM” local blues favorite Jill Sharpe jams with her band at Sacred Grounds, 468 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731. More at www.myspace.com/jillsharpe. No cover.
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7-10 pm (started Jan 7) “KULAK'S WEDNESDAY NIGHT SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info and live webcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. Marc Platt wrote, for Music Connection, “Your Wednesday Nights will never be the same after participating in this Group Workshop. The weekly cost is $20, which goes to Kulak’s to help pay the rent. The Workshop… is open to the public for the first four weeks. We will then set our 12-person group writing roster until the end of March. The workshop will be limited to 12 writers. We will break up into groups and work on many styles, genres and topics. You will find it challenging and exhilarating. You can bring instruments and will need to have your own small recording device, as well as a pen and notepad. Marc Platt (from the Sunday Night Performance Workshop) will facilitate with help from Steve Schalchlin. Marc has written music for TV Shows like ‘Queer Eye For The Straight Guy’ and others for many years. Steve Schalchlin ran similar workshops for the NAS (National Academy of Songwriters) in the 1990s and is a very accomplished songwriter. His ‘New World Waking’ show is currently running in San Francisco. If you are interested, please email Marc Platt at rotn60@aol.com.”
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Wed, Aug 12, 2nd Wed, every month, in the OC
7 pm “MUCKENTELLERS” storytelling series brings VICKI JUDITZ to the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av (1 blk W of Euclid, 2.5 mi N of 91 Fwy), Fullerton 92833; info & tix, 866-411-1212; www.TheMuck.org - info@TheMuck.org. She is a featured storyteller who has performed her extensive repertoire of original stories at theaters and festivals across the country. Tix, $5 & $10.
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Wed, Aug 12, 2nd & 4th Wed, every month; in Lompoc:
7-9 pm “BLUEGRASS JAM” at Southside Coffee Co, 105 S "H" St, Lompoc. Info, call Bill, 805-736-8241.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed, in Tehachapi:
7-10 pm OPEN MIC at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.mamahillybeans.com. They welcome "musicians, poets, writers, thinkers, and audiences." Venue has great ambience, food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." No cover.
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Wed, Aug 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm JACKSON BROWNE plays the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; http://greektheatrela.com. Tix, : $75 / $65 / $55 / $45 / $35.
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Wed, Aug 12:
7:30 pm LA SANTA CECILIA plays the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. It’s “A Latin blend of bolero, ranchera, cumbia, jazz, Afro-Cuban, tango, norteño & more,” in “A fun, savy and romantic blend of danceable Latin music fronted by smart, full-throated female vocals.” More at www.myspace.com/lasantacecilia. You can avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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Wed, Aug 12; every Wed; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30-10 pm “SOUTH BAY BEAT SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with this week’s guests LILY WILSON, MATT SUMNER, & ROZ ESPOSITO, and performing hosts JODI SIEGEL & ALFRED JOHNSON, at Club 705, in the Ardmore Restaurant, 705 Pier Av (near crnr of PCH), Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-9705; www.club705.com; series info, www.myspace.com/southbaybeat.
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LILY WILSON has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” and has sung as a folk/country/pop artist with DOLLY PARTON, BONNIE RAITT, ALISON KRAUSS, KENNY LOGGINS, PATTY GRIFFIN and MELISSA ETHERIDGE.
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MATT SUMNER is an Americana artist with cool California sound, and he’s appeared with SHANIA TWAIN, THE BELLAMY BROTHERS, and guitarist/slinger JR. BROWN.
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ROZ ESPOSITO is an award winning songwriter has sung with LUTHER VANDROSS; and her songs have been featured on national TV, daytime serials, and off Broadway productions.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
7:30-10:30 pm “SINGER-SONGWRITER NIGHT” with STRUFF & TERRY, and Musical Guests at Tango D'Amore, 19524 Nordhoff St #3, Northridge 91324; shared parking with Guitar Center; 818-727-7399; www.tangodamore.com. Lineup always includes hosts Struff & Terry (www.struffandterry.com) and others, sometimes unknown, sometimes rather well-known. $5 cover.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
7:30-10 pm OPEN MIC at Guitar Merchant, 7503 Topanga Cyn Bl, Canoga Park 91303; 818-884-5905. Every Wednesday, hosted by Melinda Gibson. 7 pm sign-ups. Get your set recorded on CD for $10 (optional). Snacks and drinks available. No cover, tip jar for artists.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed, in Simi Valley:
7:30-11:30 pm SONGMAKERS “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” jam session in Simi Valley; for location, contact M. Gregory, info@songmakers.org or 805-579-6416. More at www.songmakers.org/hoots/simi_valley_hoot.htm.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Wednesday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. $3-7 cover. Start time varies; call venue.
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Wed, Aug 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BUDDY GUY plus DR. JOHN & THE LOWER 911, plus JAMES COTTON, at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. What an evening fore blues fans. The searing blues guitar and commanding vocals of Buddy Guy have influenced the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton. New Orleans’ Dr. John brings Southern grit, blues and boogie woogie. Veteran harmonica player James Cotton ignites the evening with his hot delta blues.
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Wed, Aug 12, 2nd Wed every month:
8 pm HOLLYWOOD HOT-SHOTS bring charming music of the ‘20s & ‘30s, to the Steve Steve Allen Theatre, 4773 Hollywood Bl (x-from Barnsdale Park), Hollywood; 323-666-4268; www.steveallentheater.com. Get tix at 800-595-4-TIX, and there’s more about this monthly show at www.steveallentheater.com/hotshots. It’s JOHN REYNOLDS and his washboard playing brother, RALF REYNOLDS, plus an always surprising assortment of guests for an evening of "upstairs" hot jazz, with plenty of Django-style jazz. Guests include performers who have previously worked with THELONIOUS MONK and BENNY GOODMAN. $10.
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Wed, Aug 12:
8 pm THE ALLEY CATS with THE BOHEMIAN SOUL RUSTLERS opening, at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. THE ALLEY CATS are, says venue impresario Bob Stane, “A perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing. Their interaction with audiences combined with their spontaneous humor makes each show refreshing and exciting. Royce, Juan, Mando, and Sean never miss a beat as they bring their own contemporary style to the great songs of the ‘50s and ‘60s. They have recorded four albums, which showcase their rich harmonies, as well as the energy and humor from their live shows. Every Alley Cat performance is accompanied by the sounds of laughter and voices joining in to sing the melodies we all know and love. Tight harmonies, universal humor, and unbelievable a cappella energy,” have, indeed, made THE ALLEY CATS "America's Premier Doo-Wop Group" and the nation’s most-booked Doo-Wop group.
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Plus, THE BOHEMIAN SOUL RUSTLERS with guitarist/vocalist/ songwriter BILL BURNETT (The Backboners), pan flute player/pianist/vocalist MICHAEL PUCCINI, and guitarist/vocalist DUANE THORIN are new favorites at the venue. Bob Stane says, “You must see and hear them. You will be standing and screaming at the end of their show. No, they have no desire for your soul in any way, just getting your attention. A great creative blend of music and comedy. We have sneaked them into a few shows and they are just a bit of wonderful. You will be on your feet cheering for an encore. Lots of stuff from the 1960s and a grab bag of fun. Got a beret? Be cool. At the end you will be saying, ‘who are those guys?’ Fun, music and just perfect.” Tix, $15.
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Wed, Aug 12:
8 pm ERIN MUIR at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90046; www.genghiscohen.com; 323-653-0640. She is bringing side players Zack DiLiberto and John Darin. More at www.myspace.com/erinmuir. Venue is known for its Chinese food. Cover, $7.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
8 pm “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” SERIES at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks; 818-789-1985. One recent lineup included Heather Waters & Duane Jarvis and Micheal Ann & Alexandra Bustamante. Manda has played the series, as well. Hosted by singer-songwriter DONOVAN LYMAN (Blue Meridian) performing a song or two between each act. Dinner served all evening; plenty of private tables. All ages, free parking, no cover.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
8-10 pm “DALE LaDUKE'S SHOWCASE & OPEN MIC NIGHT” with this week’s guest artist, at Arnie's Café, 6864 Foothill Bl, Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089. This replaces Dale LaDuke’s previous series here, that ran the 1st & 3rd Monday of every month; it’s now every Wednesday night, starting in August. New format is an Open Mic from 8-9 pm, with signups at 7:30 pm, first come, first serve. Each Open Mic performer gets a sheet of paper to write-down and rate every performer except him/her self. At the end of the Open Mic, the top-rated Open Mic’er participates in a song circle with dale LaDuke and a guest artist. Venue offers tasty Italian food, and you can bring your own wine, with no corkage fee. No cover, artists perform for tips.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
8 pm “WHISKEY DICK WEDNESDAYS” at Fubar, 7994 Santa Monica Bl (1 blk E of Crescent Hgts), West Hollywood. This is a roots / honky-tonk night, and talented artists like MICHAEL ANN play this series, which offers 5 cent beer and 10 cent shots of whiskey and other booze, “where the west is still very wild. Say howdy to the craziest party there could ever be,” their promo says. Other nights there are anything but Americana music, and do not offer such incredibly cheap liquor. Fubar is a well known gay bar. Info from whiskeydckfubar@aol.com. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
8 pm OPEN MIC at The Talking Stick, 1630 Ocean Park Bl, Santa Monica; www.thetalkingstick.net.
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Wed, Aug 12, recurring:
8 pm OPEN MIC at The Pig 'n Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.pignwhistle.com. Sign-ups at 7:30, show at 8 pm.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
8 pm OPEN JAZZ JAM at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. Beautiful venue, serves food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Kathy, 7-8:30 pm. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
8:30 pm-midnight “JAZZ JAM SESSION” at The Smokehouse Restaurant, 4420 W Lakeside Dr (at Barham), Burbank 91505; www.smokehouse1946.com; 818-845-3731. New home for the long-running weekly series formerly at the Sportsman’s Lodge; hosted by CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA, President of the California Pop & Jazz Council (www.capopandjazzcouncil.org). Event info, www.cathysegalgarcia.com. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 12, every Wed:
9 pm-midnight “PRO BLUES JAM SESSION” hosted by 21st CENTURY BLUES band, at the Azteca Restaurant and Bar, 717 S San Gabriel Bl, San Gabriel 91776; 626-287-4645. (New Mar 11, 2009.)
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Thursday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are all at 8 pm. They are: COCO MONTOYA and LeROY BELL at Pershing Square in downtown L.A.; BASKERY bringing “alt-country with an edge” from Sweden, at the Levitt Pavilion Pasadena; and, TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS, plus SHAUN CROMWELL and REBECCA LEIGH, at The Talking Stick in Venice.
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“PICK-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS” is the 1st ever “ALTADENA COMEDY FESTIVAL” and all its workshops, at the Coffee Gallery and Coffee Gallery Backstage, Thu-Sat, in Altadena.
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Thu-Sat, Aug 13-15; a “PICK-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS:”
1st ever “ALTADENA COMEDY FESTIVAL” brings stand-up, sketch, improv, and musical comedy to the Coffee Gallery and Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; 626-398-7917; www.funkylittlecoffeehouse.com. The 3-day event includes comedy workshops, performances that feature comedic singer-songwriters and other music for the funnybone, and the “Double Half Calf Non-Fat Chai Latte Film Festival.” More, www.altadenacomedyfestival.com - www.altadenacomedyfestival.com
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You Tube Link (very clever and funny event promos), www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sn4cCVwD-a4
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Eventbrite Advance Ticket Sales - http://altadenacomedyfest09.eventbrite.com
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“TOPANGA WORLD MUSIC AND DANCE FESTIVAL” in the lovely hills of Topanga Canyon. The festival features 30 dance and drum classes including daily dance class workshops with live drum accompaniment in West African Dance, Afro Caribbean Dance, Afro Brazilian Dance, Haitian Dance, Flamenco Dance, Belly Dance and Folk Dance. Drum class workshops in West African Djembe, Doun Doun and Middle Eastern Doumbek, Frame Drum & Riq (Arabic Tambourine). The classes culminate in a student showcase where drummers and dancers perform together. Features live performances every evening where the teachers and other world music artists perform. Lodgings available at the Canyon Inn Bed and Breakfast or the Tuscali Mountain Inn. Go to the beach, hike, bike, camp, take a yoga class or two and eat in any number of our fine local restaurants.
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On Fri, Aug 14, 8:30-10 pm, at Yoga Desa, Pine Tree Circle Shopping Center 120 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290: Momo Loudiyi – Moroccan Acoustic Tribal www.loudoasis.com/
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On Sat, Aug 15, 7:30-9:30 pm, atFroggy’s Restaurant, 1105 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290. Suzanne Teng & Mystic Journey featuring Gilbert Levy and guests festival teachers www.suzanneteng.com
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On Sun, Aug 16, 7:30-9:30 pm at Froggy’s Restaurant, 1105 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290. The iST/West Ensemble (Turkish meets Flamenco) featuring saz (Turkish lute) virtuoso Nyofu Tyson and Flamenco Guitarist Bobby Solakov with Flamenco dance by festival teacher Assieh “La Mora” and special guest Russian clarinetist Leo Chelyapov www.myspace.com/istwest
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Daily, through Aug 30, in Laguna Beach:
10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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Thu-Sun, Aug 13-16, in Canada:
Annual “STONY PLAIN COWBOY GATHERING” in Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada; www.stonyplaincowboypoetry.com. Among the artists are SOURDOUGH SLIM.
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Thu, Aug 13, every Thu:
11 am-2 pm “VAN NUYS FARMER'S MARKET” with live music performances, in the Van Nuys Civic Center behind the Los Angeles City Hall annex building and in front of the City Library, 14410 Sylvan St, Van Nuys 91401.
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4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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Thu, Aug 13, every Thu:
4:30-5:30 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113.
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5:30-7:30 pm THE SALT MARTIANS play bluegrass for Happy Hour at the Tupelo Junction Cafe, 1218 State St, Santa Barbara; 805-899-3900 for dinner reserv. The band is TIM MULLINS, KEN GASTON, AARON DOUGLAS and often MIKE MULLINS. Artists’ info, www.saltmartians.com. Full bar & food. No cover.
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6-9 pm SCOTT DETWEILLER plays solo acoustic blues at Infusion Gallery, 719 S Spring St, downtown L.A. 90014; 213-688-8827; www.infusiongallery.com.
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6-9:30 pm “ZOEY'S JAM” at Zoey’s, 451 E Main St, Ventura. 805-658-8311. Hosted by Gene Rubin, who says, “Check-out Ventura's Bluegrass Jam website, at http://home.earthlink.net/~generubinaudio/index.html. All skills welcome, friendly folks, great food and drink, and even better jammin'. Generally we number 25 to 35 musicians. We now have additional space for even more jam circles. Spectators are appreciated and welcome.” Contact Gene with your email address to receive regular reminders and details: 805-658-8311 or generubinaudio@earthlink.net.
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Thu, Aug 13, recurring; in Idyllwild:
6-9 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & KEVIN HAMBY at Café Aroma, 54750 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild; 951-659-5212. Acoustic blues, bluegrass, swing, folk, more; Sandii Castleberry with guitar, vocals, harmonica; Kevin Hamby on bass, vocals.
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6:30-8:30 pm BUDDY ZAPATA at Buster's Coffee & Ice Cream Shop, 1006 Mission, South Pasadena; 626-441-0744. He’s performed live, multiple times, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” with PETER CASE (Plimsouls), solo, and in an all-pro “Blues Song Circle.” Buddy tells us he’s trying-out new material for an upcoming CD, and the little venue with the great ice cream (and good sandwiches) is the beneficiary. No cover, tips to the artist are welcome.
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7-9 pm 15th annual weekly “CULVER CITY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” continues tonight with is a double-bill with BLUE BREEZE BAND for a celebration of Motown’s 50th anniversary with music of the Temptations, Stevie Wonder, and Junior Walker, plus THE BONEDADDYS, performing world music / R&B from the band that series booker Gary Mandell calls, “The ultimate Westside party band;” at Culver City City Hall courtyard, 9770 Culver Bl (at Duquesne Av), Downtown Culver City; www.culvercity.org/articles/articles.asp?id=390&sec=arts; 310-253-5716; info@culvercitymusic.org.
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7-10 pm “POCKET GOLDBERG & FRIENDS SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with this week’s guest artists LAUREN ADAMS (Peaceful Warrior), and TJ SULLIVAN (Oscar Jordan), at Arnie's Café, 6864 Foothill Bl (at Marcus), Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089; www.myspace.com/arniescafe. Lauren Adams has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and she hosts the monthly “Americana Song Circle” at Kulak’s Woodshed. Venue serves Italian food, good coffeehouse treats and beverages. You can bring your own wine with no corking charge. No cover, donations to artists are welcome.
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7-10 pm “FLAMENCO GUITAR NIGHT” with award-winning flamenco guitarist STEPHEN DICK at Manchego Food From Spain Restaurant, 2510 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-450-3900; www.manchegoonmain.com. Venue serves great tapas and Spanish dinner plates in an elegant and intimate space. STEPHEN DICK - "Esteban de Los Angeles" - has won numerous prizes for his compositions and performances, including an award from the Sur Jerez Flamenco Competition in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, for his original 1st album, "Naranjas Amargas." A versatile artist, he is the winner of the Peter Frampton award for excellence in contemporary music, and his compositions for the guitar have been published in Italy, and in the US by Columbia Music Company. He won the Paulo Barsacchi award for guitar composition for his "Sonatina for Solo Guitar," and a Meet the Composer's grant for his realization of Federico GarcÃa Lorca's romantic ballad, "Romance Sonambulo." He a 2008/2009 winner of a grant from the Spanish Ministry of Culture and US Universities for a new flamenco concert featuring GarciaLorca's mystical lullaby, "Nana del Caballo Grande."
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Thu, Aug 13, every Thu:
7 pm CHARANGOA SALSA DANCE at Steven's SteakHouse, 5332 Steven's Pl, City of Commerce; 323-723-9856; Fay@charangoa.com; www.charangoa.com. Every Thu. Includes dance class with Miguel, 7-8 pm; dancing to live music, 9 pm-1:30 am. It’s reported that there are lots of great dancers & surprises. Free.
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Thu, Aug 13; film screening:
7 pm “WEATHER REPORT” screens at the Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N Raymond Av, Pasadena; event info, info@community4change.org. Latest in the second-Thursday- every-month series, this film is a peek into the future. Filmed in a year-long road trip around the world, it visits to places where global warming is already having an immediate effect. We meet people for whom climate change already has life-and-death implications in Kenya, India, Canada, the Arctic, China, and Montana.
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Thu, Aug 13, every Thu:
7-11 pm OPEN MIC NIGHT on “The Main Stage” at Highland Perk Coffeehouse, 5930 York Bl, L.A. The inaugural event was Apr 12. Sponsors say, “This event repeats every Thursday night. Singers, spoken word, guitar players, drum soloists, almost anything that makes the crowd applaud...”
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Thu, Aug 13, every Thu; in Lancaster:
7-10 pm “CEDAR OPEN MIC” at Cedar Center, 44345 Cedar Av (at Lancaster Bl), Lancaster 93534; www.myspace.com/cedarcenteropenmic. Hosted by Ms. Shell Marie and Cleen. It’s open to all ages, however there is no censorship rule. It welcomes poets, spoken word, “freestylers,” and acoustic musicians. Free.
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OPEN MIC / SONGWRITER SHOWCASE at Primo Pizza, 28200 Bouquet Cyn Rd, Saugus. Mike Dill hosts. He's a fine fingerstyle blues picker.
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Thu, Aug 13; world music:
7:30 pm M.A.S.S. at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. This is a “Music, dance, visual art” experience, and the attractions include “a not to be missed giant musical harp.”
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Thu, Aug 13, 2nd Thu, every month:
7:30-10:30 pm monthly “NSAI SONGWRITER’S NIGHT” at Cahuenga General Store (aka Hallenbecks), 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood 91601; 818-985-5916; www.MySpace.com/CahuengaGeneralStore. NSAI Is the Nashville Songwriters Association International. STEVEN BEOUGHER is the host. The first round of songwriters, at 7:30, is usually three artists. At 8:30 is a featured songwriter for an hour-long set. About 9:45, the 2nd round of songwriters is three more artists. Severin Browne says, “This is a great opportunity to hear some great songwriting in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.” Venue has coffeehouse fare and good salads and sandwiches.
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7:30 “MUSIC NIGHT” at Lulu’s Beehive, 13203 Ventura Bl (1 blk E of Fulton), Studio City; 818-986-2233. After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Three featured acts, “plus special guests and surprises each week.” After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Or as they say, “the buzz has returned to the Beehive.” Light fare, sandwiches, coffeehouse beverages available. No cover.
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7:30-9:30 pm IRISH SET DANCING CLASSES in Los Feliz area; social dancing for adults every Thursday. Info & location: www.michaelpatrickbreen.com.
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Thu, Aug 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8-10 pm BASKERY bring “alt-country with an edge” from Sweden, Levitt Pavilion Pasadena, 85 E. Holly Street, Pasadena, CA 91103; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org. They’re Swedish Sisters with a musical attitude, who bring new sound to alternative country. Baskery is Greta, Stella and Sunniva Bondesson, three Swedish sisters who have been sharing stages for ten years. They describe their music as high-voltage, and use their own expressions like "killbilly", "banjo punk", and "mud-country." Their latest album, “Fall Among Thieves,” was recorded together with Lasse Marten (Lykke Li, Pink, Sahara Hotnights, Peter Bjorn & John, and others). There’s Gretta Bondesson on six-stringed banjo, tambourine, kick, snare, harmonica, vocals; Stella Bondesson on double bass, vocals; Sunniva Bondesson on acoustic guitar, vocals. More at www.baskery.com. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park station and avoid expensive parking.
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Thu, Aug 13, Thu & Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their residency at the Tam O' Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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Thu, Aug 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8-10 pm TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS, plus SHAUN CROMWELL and REBECCA LEIGH, at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. Tracy Newman is the only singer-songwriter anybody knows who has won both an Emmy and a Peabody. She’s still working on a Grammy to complete the set. Most of her songs debuted on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where she has performed live several times. Tracy tells us, “This is our last gig nearby for awhile. I’m concentrating on finished up my [new] CD.” Shaun Cromwell’s music has been heard on “TttT,” as well. Venue serves good sandwiches, light fare, coffeehouse drinks. No cover.
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Thu, Aug 13:
8 pm LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC plays its “THURSDAY CLASSICS” summer series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Tonight, joining NICHOLAS McGEGAN, conductor, and LOUIS LORTIE, piano, in an all Mozart program of Overture to The Marriage of Figaro; Piano Concerto No. 23 in A, K. 488; Symphony No. 40 in G minor, K. 550.
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Thu, Aug 13, second Thu, every month, in the OC
8 pm “MUCK AFTER DARK” cabaret & “new vaudeville” for kids over 17, at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av (1 blk W of Euclid, 2.5 mi N of 91 Fwy), Fullerton 92833; info & tix, 866-411-1212; www.TheMuck.org - info@TheMuck.org. Tix, $5 & $10.
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Thu, Aug 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8-10 pm COCO MONTOYA and LeROY BELL at Pershing Square, 532 S Olive St, downtown L.A. 90013; www.laparks.org. Coco Montoya was born in Santa Monica, and over the course of his 30-year career, his explosive guitar playing and soul-driven voice have propelled him to the upper reaches of the blues-rock world. From his early days as a drummer to his current status as one of the top-drawing artists on the blues-rock scene, Montoya has forged his reputation through years of hard work and constant touring.
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LeRoy is coming from Seattle to perform tonight. His first passion as a drummer gives his guitar playing a unique position in his music. It's the basis of all of the songs providing the constant background of passion and soul for his music. It's a rare case when the synergy of melody and lyrics meld together to form the soundtrack of a mental screenplay. This knack for artful songwriting has a vivid history. As half of the youthful songwriting team Bell & James, Casey James and LeRoy Bell are the authors of Elton John's Grammy-nominated 1979 Top Ten hit, "Mama Can't Buy You Love," and Elton's 2004 #1 British single "Are You Ready For Love". Bell and James also attained top ten status with the dance hit, "Livin' It Up Friday Night". For LeRoy, writing became the main focus over performing, allowing him to collaborate with legendary songwriter-producer Thom Bell (his uncle) and Casey James penning songs for The Spinners, The OJays, Rita Marley, The Temptations, Johnny Mathis, Phyllis Hyman and many more. Only recently has LeRoy surfaced as the singer-songwriter he is today. Gaining early acceptance and warm reception, he has recently performed with B.B. King, Al Green, Taj Mahal, Jackie Green, Keb Mo, LeAnn Rimes, The Temptations, The O'Jays, Mavis Staples, Colin Hay, Leon Russell, Sonny Landreth, Kenny Loggins, The Young Dubliners and others.
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Thu, Aug 13, recurring:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Thu, Aug 13, every Thu:
8-11 pm “BLUES JAM” hosted by the DENNIS HERRERA BAND, and guest musicians often include BERNIE PEARL, at El Dorado Restaurant, Spring & Studebaker, Long Beach. 562-421-2122. Bernie tells us, “It stays pretty close to the blues, doesn't get too loud, offers a small dance floor, a nice bar, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.” No cover.
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Thu, Aug 13; world music:
8 pm OMAR FARUK TEKBILEK ENSEMBLE plays the ”Sunset Concert” summer series season closer at the Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, L.A. 90049; 310-440-4500; www.skirball.org. No, we don’t often list world music, but this is the last tango of the Skirball’s season this summer, featuring the Sufi-inspired virtuosity of multi-instrumentalist Omar Faruk Tekbilek, one of the most sought-after Turkish/Middle Eastern musicians in the US. No street parking permitted in area. Plentiful on-site parking, $5 per car, AND, Skirball is now using a free admission tix system in exchange for your parking verification. (Call them if you plan to use public transit.) Otherwise, the show is free.
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8 pm “MUCK AFTER DARK” cabaret & “new vaudeville” for kids over 17, at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av (1 blk W of Euclid, 2.5 mi N of 91 Fwy), Fullerton 92833; info & tix, 866-411-1212; www.TheMuck.org - info@TheMuck.org. Tix, $5 & $10.
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Thu, Aug 13, every Thu:
CALJAS ARTISTS WEEKLY JAZZ PERFORMANCE NIGHT at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. It’s a new venue, said to be beautiful, serving food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy. The venue is part of the newly-renovated Claremont Packing House. Proprietress Nancy Tessier’s father, Refugio "Coco" Lopez, plays alto, and she wanted her club to feature an array of jazz singers. This led to a fortuitous connection with Dale Boatman, founder and president of the California Jazz Arts Society. CalJAS is a powerful force in bringing some of the best jazz artists in Southern California, especially singers, to restaurants, clubs and other performance spaces in eastern Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire, an area that previously had relatively few opportunities for jazz musicians to perform.
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8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-8:30 pm. Happy hour 4-7 pm, M-F. No cover.
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9 pm COW BOP, that marvelous bebop western swing band, plays their monthly residency at The Foundry, 7465 Melrose Av, Hollywood 90046. They’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and played all over the US. Band leader and USC artist-in-residence BRUCE FORMAN asks, “Why not come on down and swing the night away? For those of you who don't know, The Foundry is a great jazz bar, with some other-worldly food, a great hang!” This residency commenced Jun 11. Cow Bop is Bruce Forman, guitar; Pinto Pammy, vocals; Phil Salazar, fiddle; Alex King, bass; Jake Reed, drums.
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9 pm PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES play their residency at The Office, 3516 W Victory Bl (at Hollywood Wy), Burbank. Preston says, “Great sound, great food, wine and beer!” New residency, began Apr 9, 2009.
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Thu, Aug 13, second Thu, every month:
9-11 pm “ACOUSTIC MUSIC NIGHT” at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; 323-464-MUSE; www.cafemusela.com. Select rotating guest artists perform original works on piano and guitars in the “urban zen” setting of Café Muse. Often, talented cast members from plays and musicals in-rehearsal or currently-running in the surrounding Hollywood theater district take part, mixing top-drawer deliveries of show tunes with originals by the scheduled performer. Venue has “tasty vegetarian & non-vegetarian menu, organic coffee, tea, & free wi fi.” No cover.
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9 pm-2 am “ALL ACOUSTIC WITH ANGEL” hosted by ANGEL, with different artists each week (except 3rd Thursdays, when it’s the Old Time Jam, hosted by Triple Chicken Foot) always fun, at the Hyperion Tavern, 1941 Hyperion Av (look for barber pole just S of Lyric), L.A. 90027. The Thursday series has its own web page, complete with weekly lineups, at www.myspace.com/hyperiontavernallacoustic.
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9 pm BEGINNERS SON JAROCHO CLASS with CESAR CASTRO from VeraCruz, at Cal Poly Downtown Center, 300 2nd St, Pomona (Arts Colony). Learn to play jarana, string instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose sones (songs); gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music. For children, teens & adults. Venue has a mic and stage lights. Info, www.myspace.com/besskepp. $3 cover.
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9 pm “FREIGHT TRAIN BOOGIE” radio show from Northern Cal, on KRCB 90.9 and 91.1 FM on Sonoma County’s only public radio station; features live performance-interviews; simulcast on the web at www.krcb.org/listen/listen.html. You can ask the host or the guests questions or make comments at frater@freighttrainboogie.com.
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Friday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are STACEY EARLE & MARK STUART playing their swan song to the road at McCabe’s in Santa Monica, at 8 pm; THE CROOKED JADES at The Grand Annex in San Pedro at 8 pm; the annual “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” at the Hollywood Bowl, at 8:30 pm; and, BOB MALONE brings an all-star band to The Mint in L.A.. at 9 pm.
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1st ever “ALTADENA COMEDY FESTIVAL” brings stand-up, sketch, improv, and musical comedy to the Coffee Gallery and Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; 626-398-7917; www.funkylittlecoffeehouse.com. The 3-day event includes comedy workshops, performances that feature comedic singer-songwriters and other music for the funnybone, and the “Double Half Calf Non-Fat Chai Latte Film Festival.” More, www.altadenacomedyfestival.com - www.altadenacomedyfestival.com
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“TOPANGA WORLD MUSIC AND DANCE FESTIVAL” in the lovely hills of Topanga Canyon. See Thursday’s “Local Festivals” section for complete details.
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Daily, through Aug 30, in Laguna Beach:
10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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Fri & Sat, Aug 14 & 15; on Catalina Island:
CITY FRITTER plays on Catalina. If you’re up to the 26 mile voyage across the sea, find details at www.cityfritter.com - www.myspace.com/cityfritter
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Fri, Aug 14; in Seattle:
8-10:30 pm “NORTHWEST SEAPORT CHANTEY SING” this month with PERCY HILO & MARIIDE aboard the tugboat Arthur Foss, at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109. Monthly installment of the 2009 Northwest Seaport Chantey Sing series, a sing-a-long with authentic chanteys and songs of the sea, hosted by Wayne Palsson. A recording artist is always on board as song leader to keep the music rolling, with opportunity for anyone to lead a song or just join in the chorus. Chanteys are work songs and foc’s’le ditties with great choruses that join present-day maritime traditions and lore with those of the past. Come and lead a song of the sea or just join in on the chorus. Chanteys and sea songs are easy to learn and fun to sing. The historic passenger ferry “Virginia V,” last of the Puget Sound mosquito fleet, will be docked at the Historic Ships Wharf during the sing. Refreshments & maritime CDs available. More at 206-447-9800 or www.nwseaport.org/programs.html. Free, donations welcome.
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Fri, Aug 14, every Fri:
Morning show (after 8:30 am) HEATHER LOCKIE & FRIENDS bring violin, cello, clarinet, and voices to Stories, 1716 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-3733. Venue is in the Jul ’09 ish of Sunset magazine (p.22). Summer afternoon or summer evening you can enjoy the back patio with an iced Americano, peppermint green iced tea, freshly-baked root beer flavored cookie, or an assortment of popsicles, ice cream bars and other frozen treats.
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11:30 am LINDA GELERIS plays the 43rd annual “Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival,” 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; www.sawdustartfestival.org. She has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and her original songs have been used in motion pictures and TV. Festival features the fine art and crafts of over 200 Laguna Beach artists, plus plenty of music of multiple stages, every day. Admission, $7.50 adult.
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11:30 am THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND, featuring SCOTT GATES & CHUCK HAILES, at the 43rd annual “Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival,” 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. Festival features the fine art and crafts of over 200 Laguna Beach artists, plus plenty of music of multiple stages, every day. Admission, $7.50 adult.
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Fri, Aug 14, every Fri, on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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5:30-10 pm “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” along Myrtle Av, in old downtown Monrovia. It’s year-round and weekly, a street festival and farmers market, that’s been running 17 years. KATTYWOMPUS STRING BAND plays 8-10 pm at 412 S Myrtle Av; contact Jennifer Ranger, 877-365-5744. RON ELY does authentic and original maritime songs most weeks, usually at Myrtle Av & Colorado or Myrtle Av and Lemon Av, on the North end of the festival. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely. There’s lots of other music throughout old town Monrovia, several acoustic performers each week – singer-songwriters, duos or bands – plus specialty vendors, lots of food, and local merchants. Event is large during the summer when it includes a carnival (rock climbing wall, balloon man, bubble man, petting zoo, pony rides, etc.) It scales-down from 4 blocks to 2 blocks during winter months, following the Christmas holidays. Myrtle Av exit, N of 210 Fwy, free parking, free event.
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6 pm JOHN BERGSTROM brings western music to Thelma’s Morning Café, 22876 Copper Hill Dr (at Seco), Santa Clarita; 661-263-8283. (Open AM & Tue-Sat evenings; on SW corner, in the center with CVS pharmacy.)
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6-9 pm DAVE OSTI and DEANNA COGAN jam-out on acoustic classic rock tunes every Friday at the Mayan Bar, 311 W Foothill Bl, Monrovia.
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6-8 pm OPEN MIC at Fendi's Café, 539 East Bixby Rd (near Atlantic), Long Beach; 562-424-4774.
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7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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Fri, Aug 14, in Tehachapi:
TONY VICE plays western music at La Bella Amore in Tehachapi; tomorrow, he plays the annual “TEHACHAPI MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL.”
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Fri, Aug 14, 2nd Fri, every month in 2008; in Seaside:
7-9 pm “KIKI WOW & FRIENDS” at Borders Books & Music, 2080 California St, Seaside 93955. For all of you have clamored to know “Whatever happened to Kiki Wow?” – just take a drive up the coast, and you can see and hear for yourself.
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7:30-9 pm “FRIDAY NIGHT SING-ALONGS” series this month features “THE MUSIC OF BROADWAY” in the W.M. Keck Amphitheatre, Walt Disney Concert Hall, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org. The Music Center invites you to “unleash your inner songbird and belt-out your favorite hits with hundreds of fellow fans while accompanied by live musicians.” Lyric sheets are provided. No experience necessary. Come prepared to sing. Free, but tix required, distributed 45 minutes prior to start of event - one ticket per person to those waiting in line. Capacity is limited. First come, first served. Tix may be available in advance, at 213-972-3660 or www.musiccenter.org//events/aa_frintsing.html
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7:30 pm “FRIDAY NIGHT KICKBACKS” OPEN MIC series debuts tonight in the San Fernando Valley, hosted by CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA at the Valley Life Improvement Center, 10667 White Oak Av (at Chatsworth St), Granada Hills 91344; 818-366-9899. Info, 818-428-1377. Series runs Jul 10, Jul 24, Aug 14, Aug 28, Sep 18, Oct 9, Oct 23, Nov 8, Nov 28. More at www.cathysegalgarcia.com. Suggested donation: $5.
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7:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Unurban Coffee House, 3301 Pico Bl (at 33rd), Santa Monica; 310-315-0056; www.unurban.com
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MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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8 pm STACEY EARLE & MARK STUART at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. "Hardcore Troubadour" is one of her brother, Steve Earle's, most popular songs, but the moniker could easily apply to Stacey Earle, who, along with husband Mark Stuart, averages 200 gigs a year. The couple's live shows are their trademark, and they have declared that “this will be your last chance” to see them as they “criss-cross the country one last time before hangin' it up.” Expect great songs, expert story telling, laugh-out-loud musings, and an evening where you most likely will be singing along right with them. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Aug 14; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE CROOKED JADES play the LIVE! series at The Grand Annex, 434 W Sixth St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-4813; www.thegrandvision.org. The Boston Herald called folk revivalists THE CROOKED JADES “the finest string band in America.” They deliver old time Americana with 21st century style, and were chosen by Sean Penn to perform on the soundtrack of the feature film, “Into the Wild.” They’ve been called “a revival of old-time Americana,” and “Old time music with a 21st Century Groove,” and “Seriously not your grandma's bluegrass.” The San Francisco-based group brings an amazing array of vintage instruments and clear vocals to deliver driving dance tunes and haunting ballads based in mountain Americana. The San Francisco Weekly says, "The Crooked Jades are embarrassingly addictive .. they grab you by the throat, preach damnation and move your hips all at once!" and the Boston Herald calls them “A haunting, sophisticated trip to Appalachia.”
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Ian Anderson writes in UK magazine fRoots, “Grounded in tradition, old-time string band music and mountain blues but with open horizons that take them to other parts of the planet, they have a haunting spookiness...truly inspiring...getting original textures out of conventional string band instruments and mixing them with oddities like bass ukulele, harmonium, mbira, cello and Vietnamese jaw harp and bau zither. Vocally, they have that lonesome white blues sound which has its ancestry in Dock Boggs and the Carters but again they take it somewhere else... consistently startling and addictive..."
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CLIFF WAGNER (the Old #7) says, “The Crooked Jades are playing at the Grand Annex in San Pedro. They don't get down this way so often and they are great. The Old Number 7 highly recommends this show. You can reserve a seat at the Grand Vision web site.”
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"Wild, wooly, totally unpredictable, but always tasteful, soulful. They’ve got chords in unexpected places, out of this world harmonies, and some of the most powerfully arranged material I’ve ever encountered." -Bluegrass Breakdown
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"If you imagine bands like Nickel Creek or Old Crow Medicine Show are made of solid, sparkling silver with a twinkle as seductive as Tony Curtis’s wink, The Crooked Jades are more centuries old bronze with a natural air-worn patina and all the mystery of the Mona Lisa’s smile." -Maverick UK
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They’re on a short West Coast tour to celebrate their critically acclaimed latest CD, “Shining Darkness,” playing The Grand Annex in San Pedro on Fri, Aug 14, and The Fret House in Covina on Sat, Aug 15. This show is one of our “Show of the Week” picks, and it’s a FolkWorks “Pick of the Month.” More at www.crookedjades.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. Tix, $18 advance, $22.50 door.
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8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play an every-Friday residency at the Tam O'Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz 90039; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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8 pm B.B. CHUG KING plus THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, tonight at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Info on this show, http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3015956&s=93914888. The venue claims, “This is the greatest house band in America. Members over the years have included musicians who have played with Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, The Pointer Sisters, The Jeff Healey Band and influences from John Lee Hooker, Van Morrison and Eric Burden.” Fri & Sat nights bring local blues bands as well as national acts. Acts booked include Chris Cain, Lil Charlie and the Nite Cats, Coco Montoya, Rod Piazza, James Intveld, Rosie Flores, Duke Robillard, Guitar Shorty, Gary Hoey, Wumbloozo, Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash and more. Website has lineups for specific dates and a tix link. Venue serves dinner Fri & Sat, 7 pm-2 am. Advance tix, reservations, recommended (club is now only holding tables only until 8:30 pm). B.B. Chung King at 10:30 pm, with Bobby Bluehouse at 8 pm. Tix, $15.
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8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Fri, Aug 14; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm Annual “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Tonight, joining the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC is the USC TROJAN MARCHING BAND, Dr. Arthur Bartner, director. The L.A, Phil has CHRISTIAN KNAPP, conductor, and MIHAELA URSULEASA, piano. The annual spectacular features the great composer’s beloved Piano Concert No. 1, plus the 1812 Overture, complete with cannons and pyrotechnics to light up the sky. Two performances, one Fri, one Sat, Aug 14 & 15.
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Fri, Aug 14; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
9 pm BOB MALONE brings an all-star band to The Mint, 6010 W Pico, L.A. The wonderful Bob Malone plays all over the US, but not too often in L.A. This is a good show to catch. Bob tells us, “We've gathered up the legendary A-list musicians that played on the new ‘Ain't What You Know’ album and put together a very special edition of the Bob Malone Band. We've got Leland Sklar (Jackson Browne, James Taylor), Mike Baird (Bob Dylan, Journey, Hall & Oates) and guitarist Marty Rifkin (Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty), plus producer Bob DeMarco on guitar, a stellar horn section, and Karen Nash and Kelly Fitzgerald on backing vocals. It's going to be a busy night, so reserve a table before they're gone! Deana over at The Mint will take your table rezzies: deana@themintla.com or 323-954-9400.”
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9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Before we get to today’s “Show-of-the-Week” picks and all the day’s acoustic music events, we offer a special feature, just below.
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it was forty years ago today in 1969 that the legendary “Woodstock Music & Arts Fair” better known simply as “Woodstock,” began on Yasger’s Farm near the town of Bethel in the Catskill Mountains of New York State. The “Three Days of Peace and Music,” ran August 15-18, and no music festival anywhere, ever, has approached it for legend and lore or for the lineup of the most substantial musicians of that or any other time, before or since. Even if you saw the movie or heard the original film soundtrack album, a bit of reading still brings surprises. For example, did you know that Creedence Clearwater Revival played Woodstock, but were left-off the album and out of the film?
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The first band to take the stage at Woodstock was SWEETWATER, and our friend ALEX DEL ZOPPO was a member. A few days ago, Alex shared the following news with us:
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“I never do this (honest), but I now have a publicist (Harvey Kubernik) who tells me that “just this sort of thing” is what I should be doing prior to releasing my new CD (more on that later).
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“This email is to let you (all) know about some of the activities that have come into my wretched life to eradicate the possibility that I might find a few minutes of chill time this month.
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“I've included some of the Woodstock-related stuff that invariably appears every mid-August. Since my old band, Sweetwater is not “active” at the moment, we will not be performing in any of the Woodstock “tributes” this year. However, this being the 40th anniversary, there is an enormous amount of buzz surrounding those three days in ’69. For a band that hasn't even all met once in the last five years, we are still being kept very busy with our Woodstock heritage.
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“The masses have gotten a bit carried away, methinks. Witness:
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“Both VH1 and The History Channel interviewed the surviving members of Sweetwater (Fred Herrera, Nancy Nevins, and me) a while back, and will be broadcasting it this coming Friday Aug 14th @ 9 on VH1 (Entitled: “Woodstock: Now & Then”). It will most likely show up soon on the History Channel as well. Watch to see if you can figure out whose T-shirt I’m wearing. Prizes will be awarded.
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“Oscar-winning director, Ang Lee’s new film ‘The Taking Of Woodstock’ will feature one of our songs (at least, they’ve already optioned and paid us for it!).
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“Rhino Records (in conjunction with our original label, Warner Brother’s/Reprise) has released a number of differently-configured Woodstock CD Box Sets. These multi-CDs feature never-before released LIVE versions of songs from many acts that were overlooked in some of the other Woodstock releases, ours among them. Depending on which store you purchase one from, the songs (and the inclusion of a given act’s material itself) vary – so please read carefully if you will be looking for Sweetwater material. [editor’s note: or material from other Woodstock artists that will be new to you.]
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“Rev-Ola, the venerable British re-release giant (much like Rhino is here) is re-releasing Sweetwater’s first album for the U.K. and European market.
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“Sweetwater (and quotes from us) also appear in a number of new Woodstock-related coffee-table books, including:
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Mike Evans & Paul Kingsbury’s ‘WOODSTOCK –THREE DAYS THAT ROCKED THE WORLD’ (With a forward by Martin Scorsese)
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“Michael Lang’s ‘The Road To Woodstock.’
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“‘Woodstock, 3 Days of Peace & Music’ (Richard Havers & Richard Evans).
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“‘Join Together –Forty Years of the Rock Music Festival’ by Marley Brant, which has scores of quotes from Fred & I and covers about ten fests that we performed at during those ‘golden festival years’ years between Monterey and Altamont.
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“Genesis Publishing’s immense (hand bound) coffee table book (which we haven’t seen, and consequently have no title for, yet). We were interviewed extensively for that one by Rona Elliot and the book is filled with unique Henry Diltz photos.
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“Lots of other interview activity for me this season as well – Radio stations and magazines from around the world have been doing Q & A’s and getting quotes from us for months now - and it’s only gotten more intense as the date approaches.
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“Of course, there’s online stuff, too: Check out the newsletter (link below) from the good people at SHURE MICROPHONE Co. (who supplied the mics at Woodstock). There’s a thorough Q & A they did with Fred & me on just how well those mics worked, etc.
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“Additionally www.sonicboomers.com has a lengthy Q & A with me on virtually everything I could remember of my life. From musical influences as a kid, through my years on the road and all the way to today’s shenanigans. The interviewer already knew so much, it’s scary! But it's up on their site only for THIS week. (You can always cut & paste it for further reading).
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“I have now joined the rest of humanity and gotten an internet presence: My own (personal) site, with even more drivel about (you guessed it): me. But WAIT! There are also pix of dozens of other cool musicians whom I’ve worked with over the years, scores of classic posters and “Pop fest” artifacts, some odd ADZ recordings, and the videos are entertaining. And I’ll be adding more stuff in the coming weeks and months.
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“All are welcome. Wake the dog, wrench the kids from the X-Box, call your 3rd cousins, pull total strangers off the street and drag the entire bunch to a screen near you! See & hear all at: www.AlexDelZoppo.com (pretty clever site name, eh?)
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“Then, there's the old standby: www.SweetwaterBand.com (The original Sweetwater site, which actually blinked a little this year, and has some new info).
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“Now, you’re probably wondering, ‘Why would that monkey get a publicist?’ Well, I haven’t, but my record label has. I’ve been signed to a cool indy label: Meroke Sky Records, and I am currently finishing up a CD full of my new songs, with some amazing musicians on it. When it is ready to be released, you’ll probably get another one of these pesky newsletters (but hopefully shorter).
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“People of Earth: It’s a virtual Alex assault! You have been warned!”
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So, other’n all that with Woodstock remembrance projects, what’s Alex doing these days? Plenty, including performing with Severin Browne in the “First Fridays Band” every month at Kulak’s Woodshed (always in the Guide), and booking speakers and emceeing the very worthwhile meetings of the “L.A. SONGWRITERS CO-OP.” It’s always included in the Guide, and here’s the basic info:
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7:30-10:30 pm L.A. SONGWRITERS CO-OP monthly meeting, with music industry guest speaker, at The Pig & Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl (1 blk E of Highland), Hollywood. Event info, 323-551-1000; www.SongwritersCoOp.com. Meets here every 3rd Thu, hosted by ALEX DEL ZOPPO. Info: info@songswritersCoOp.com; 323-551-1000’ More at www.SongwritersCoOp.com. Get feedback from songwriting professionals and your peers on what's working in your original song and how to make it even better. Bring 15 to 20 copies of your lyrics (with chords if possible) and your music on CD or tape or play it live. Meetings start promptly. $5 admission fee.
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THE LINK for the Shure story on the mics of Woodstock, referenced above, is in “Shure Notes” issue 36. It’s very recommended reading. Here’s a sample: “The 40th anniversary of Woodstock inspired us to look back at some of the real classics in the Shure line and what makes them future-proof decades later. Speaking of Woodstock, we were honored to talk to Alex Del Zoppo and Fred Herrera of Sweetwater, the first band to perform there.” More of the fine interview article, and some free downloads of Sweetwater’s music, are at www.shurenotes.com/issue36/article4.html
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Saturday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks begin in the morning and run through the day and evening: at 10 am, CELTIC SPRING performs “AN EARTHQUAKE OF IRISH DANCE” at the Ford Amphitheatre; with two shows Sat (4 & 8 pm), and two Sun (2 & 8 pm) “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” is Parlor Performances' grand finale extravaganza at Steinway Hall in Santa Monica; KAHUNA COWBOYS JUG BAND play the Redondo Beach Pier at 6 pm; MARK HUMPHREYS performs with fine backing musicians for an “Outdoor Concert Under the Stars on the Pier” at Shoreline Village in Long Beach, 7-10 pm; at 7:30 pm, “The Living Tradition” music series at the Anaheim has Kerrville “New Folk” winner ERNEST TROOST with NICOLE GORDON & MARK “POCKET” GOLDBERG, plus Nashville songstress CLAUDIA NYGAARD; THE CROOKED JADES play The Fret House in Covina at 8 pm; and, the annual “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” at the Hollywood Bowl repeats tonight at 8:30 pm.
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1st ever “ALTADENA COMEDY FESTIVAL” brings stand-up, sketch, improv, and musical comedy to the Coffee Gallery and Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; 626-398-7917; www.funkylittlecoffeehouse.com. The 3-day event includes comedy workshops, performances that feature comedic singer-songwriters and other music for the funnybone, and the “Double Half Calf Non-Fat Chai Latte Film Festival.” More, www.altadenacomedyfestival.com - www.altadenacomedyfestival.com
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You Tube Link (very clever and funny event promos), www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sn4cCVwD-a4
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9 am-4 pm “ART ’N THE PARK FEST” at William S. Hart Park, including music in Hart Hall, 24151 Newhall Av (formerly San Fernando Rd), Newhall 93551; http://tinyurl.com/Art-n-the-Park. Singer-songwriters JOAN ENGUITA and TRISH LESTER perform and share songs and harmonies, 11 am-1 pm. Join them for two hours of family-friendly folk and country music. The two have performed individually and together on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and one of Trish’s songs is included on the “Beautiful” compilation CD produced by Joan. That CD, which debuted on “TttT,” remained the top editor’s pick on CD Baby longer than any CD, ever.
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JOAN ENGUITA has “a magical voice warm enough to melt a glacier, Joan is an accomplished singer-songwriter who distills her life experiences into melodies and lyrics in the modern folk tradition” ~ Dan Kimpel, Music Connection Magazine. Songs from Joan Enguita’s first CD, “Two Suitcases,” have aired nationally and in several European countries. She tours the West Coast as well as in Europe. Joan and her record company, www.RedCoyoteRecords.com, produced the highly acclaimed compilation CD, “Beautiful.” More at www.joanenguita.com
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TRISH LESTER cooks up fresh Americana music from life experiences, spicing it with satire or humor. She has been called reminiscent of Kate Wolf and Mary Chapin Carpenter. The title track on her CD, “Plymouth Belvedere,” debuted on “TttT” and will be included this fall on a compilation produced by the National Public Radio show, “Car Talk.” Trish’s tribute song for the troops, "Thank a Soldier, " plays on five “patriotic” websites and in a New York airport. More at www.TrishLester.com
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Sat, Aug 15; Thu-Sun, Aug 13-16:
“TOPANGA WORLD MUSIC AND DANCE FESTIVAL” in the lovely hills of Topanga Canyon. See Thursday’s “Local Festivals” section for complete details.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 15-21:
7:30 pm “DOWNTOWN FILM FESTIVAL” presents “MUSIC DOCS AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM,” a series of music film programs in which you can meet the filmmakers and the artists, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Sat, Aug 15, in Tehachapi:
Annual “TEHACHAPI MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL” with TONY VICE playing western music, and other acoustic musicians. Probably centered in Tehachapi Mountain Park; make local inquiry.
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Daily, through Aug 30, in Laguna Beach:
10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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Sat, Aug 15, 3rd Sat every month; in Port Townsend, WA:
5:30-8 pm monthy “PORT TOWNSEND CHANTEY SING” at the Courtyard Café (formerly Bread n Roses), 230 Quincy St, Port Townsend; 360-379-3355. Info, Tugboat Bromberg, 360-990-4873 or 360-598-1497. The “call and response” form of these work songs of the sea makes them easy to learn and fun to sing.
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Sat, Aug 15, in Washington State:
Noon-5 pm 4th Annual “PORT GAMBLE MARITIME MUSIC FESTIVAL” in the picturesque old mill town of Port Gamble, in a natural amphitheater overlooking Puget Sound. It’s “a relaxing afternoon of great music.” Performers include THE WHATEVERLY BROTHERS (energetic three-layer harmonies), BROADSIDE (the divas of the dockside), TUGBOAT BROMBERG (Celtic country pirate), & WENDY JOSEPH (Able Seaman sings). Hosts are the ever-amusing SPANAWAY BAY (Kent & Carol Mesford). Refreshments and booths with maritime gift shopping available. This year is the start of the annual “Bob Kotta Memorial Maritime Songwriting Contest.” Organizers hope to bring new maritime songs into the community. There will be a perpetual prize and individual awards for various categories. The winning songs will be performed today. This year’s theme is "Maritime Work in the 21st Century". Seafaring changes, but the sea remains the same – a powerful friend and adversary. The ships of today, and the men and women who work on the water or the shore, deserve a song or two. Info, www.portgamblemaritimemusic.com
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Sat, Aug 15, in Berkeley CA:
8 pm “CELEBRATING SONGWRITERS SUMMER EXTRAVAGANZA” featuring WALTER STRAUSS, CLAUDIA RUSSELL & BRUCE KAPLAN, RICK DIDIA & AIREENE ESPIRITU, GARRIN BENFIELD, JOHN HALEY-WALKER, WENDY DEWITT, MICHAEL McNEVIN, GREG NEWLON & BEV BARNETT, and performing host CAREN ARMSTRONG, benefiting the venue, Left Coast Folk, 2928 Domingo Av (near Ashby Av, downstairs from Left Coast Cyclery), Berkeley; 510-204-8552; www.celebratingsongwriters.com. Performing host Caren Armstrong says, “We're talking songwriter smorgasbord here, folks. In a lovely show of support for our wonderful venue, ALL of these amazing songwriters will appear, one after another, like an eight course gourmet meal. Arrive early for good seats. Our July show was SRO.” CAREN ARMSTRONG has been hosting the “Celebrating Songwriters” series for 10 years at venues throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. This popular monthly showcase presents first class, award-winning songwriters from all over the country. The format “gives the audience an intimate look at the singer-songwriter phenomenon up close and personal in our unique, unplugged venue,” says Caren. Doors at 7:30 pm. $10 donation.
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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Sat, Aug 15, every Sat:
8-10:30 am FREE ACOUSTIC CONCERT at Strings Music Store, 146 N Glendora Av, Ste 101, Glendora 91741; 626-914 4100. Sometimes featuring VIN FIZ FLYER. Another in a series of MORNING concerts. Free entertainment, tips only, in a great place, with nice people and good music. Vin Fiz Flyer tells us, “Old town Glendora is a kinda sleepy small Midwest town plopped into Southern California. These early morning concerts sound like a wacky idea, but they’re well-attended by musicians as well as music lovers! A car club meets at the Cafe next door every Saturday for breakfast, and they park their assorted ‘babies’ out front for you to peruse too. Come on by and start your weekend out right.” Check with venue to see if there is a concert scheduled for today.
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Sat, Aug 15; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10 am CELTIC SPRING performs “AN EARTHQUAKE OF IRISH DANCE” for the Big!World!Fun! family event series at the Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org. The Wood Family, aka Celtic Spring, has danced on national TV and performed live, twice, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” As good as they are musically, the visual element is simply amazing, with synchronized high kicks and unbelievably light-footed dance moves. Reservations are strongly recommended. Adults, $5. Children free.
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Sat, Aug 15:
10-11:30 am “DRUM DOWNTOWN” presented by “Active Arts at the Music Center” as “Outdoor fun for the drummer in everyone, at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org. Jump start your Saturday mornings with drumming fun on the Music Center Plaza. Feel the contagious rhythms and make music in the moment with hand drums, shakers, tambourines, and other percussion instruments provided. No experience necessary, for non-drummers and drummers of all levels. More at www.musiccenter.org//events/aa_drumdowntown.html. Free admission, donations welcome. First come, first served.
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Sat, Aug 15, repeats every week:
11 am-12:30 pm “PACIFIC SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” with G. F. MLELY, at Theater & Cabaret, 1535 Termino Av, Long Beach 90804. Info, Billie Kalua, songwriters@jazcraft.net or 562-494-9627. Ongoing, began Mar 31, 2007. $15 per workshop, minimum 4 workshops payable in advance; pre-registration required.
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Sat, Aug 15, Saturdays, on web radio:
Noon-1 pm “UNSIGNED MUSIC SHOW” on WPMD with TEE-M and MIKE STARK is “a genre-busting show, where the UNsigned Revolution is on.” On the web at http://wpmd.org. Mike and TEE-M spin CDs 11 am-noon “from cutting-edge indie artists and bands,” (acoustic and electric) then welcome guests at noon, usually for all-acoustic live performances. The show rebroadcasts through the week; check site for details.
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Sat, Aug 15, Saturdays, on web radio:
1-3 pm “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” Celtic and British Isle folk show, on KUSP in Santa Cruz, includes live performance-interviews with host CINDY ODOM on her long-running show. From the highlands of Scotland to the midlands of England and beyond, it’s traditional and contemporary music from Ireland and the other British Isles, with Celtic lore and Celtic-influenced folk and ethnic music from Europe and North America. Info, playlists, and web simulcast at www.kusp.org.
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Sat, Aug 15, alternate Saturdays, on web radio:
1:30 pm (Pacific) “ACOUSTIC HARMONY,” hosted by Mark Michaelis, from WGDR at 91.1 FM in the Green Mountains of Vermont, simulcast at www.wgdr.org. Mark sometimes hosts folk and acoustic renaissance artists in-studio for all-acoustic performance-interviews. He says, “The focus is on contemporary and traditional folk, singer-songwriters and local artists, but a little of anything and everything might creep-in. Whether it's Celtic, bluegrass, world music or even rock or blues, as long as it's got beautiful harmonies and melodies you might here it here on a Saturday afternoon.” More info, playlists, and archived performance-interviews at www.acoustic-harmony.com.
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Sat, Aug 15; a “PICK-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS:”
2-4 pm “GARY ALLEGRETTO'S COWBOY CAMPFIRE HARMONICA WORKSHOP” sponsored by the Western Music Association's California Chapter and the Autry National Center, in the classrooms at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027; www.autrynationalcenter.org; 323-667-2000.
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It’s a “Fun for the whole family” presentation. Gary Allegretto was recently honored by True West Magazine's "Best of the West Award", crowning him "Best Harmonicowboy of 2009." The magazine wrote, "... This harmonica wrangler has a versatile technique that is sure to impress the cowboy hat off your head." Cowboy columnist Rick Huff calls Gary's new CD “Harmonicowboy.” "Fun with a capitol F... infectious and irresistible... about as 'cowboy' as it gets."
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In his workshops around the globe, Gary has proven that he can teach anyone to play a song in less than five minutes - NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. If you've always wanted to learn to play your favorite Western songs on the harmonica, this fun class is for you! It's designed for the complete novice, although experienced players will enjoy and learn from it as well. HARMONICAS ARE INCLUDED, or bring your own in the key of "C". All ages, 5 and up... great fun for the whole family.
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Reservations strongly recommended, by calling Marilyn Tuttle at 818-365-8709 or email lindaleegreen@earthlink.net. Workshop fee includes a complimentary museum admission, so come early. $25 for adults, $10 for kids under age 12.
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Sat, Aug 15, Saturdays, on web radio:
3-5 pm (Pacific) “A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION” always features live performances and skits and stories with host GARRISON KEILLOR, a regular cast of recording artists, and guests, whether broadcasting from various live venues across America, or from its home base in Minnesota. This initial “live” broadcast tiume each weekend is standard everywhere, though repeat times vary by station. In L.A., the show is broadcast on KPCC 89.3 FM, and repeats Saturday night, 6-8 pm and Sunday Noon-2 pm. But if you’re in L.A., it’s much better to find a web simulcast from somewhere; that’s because KPCC has no other music shows and they do not know how to control the levels for music performances, causing frequent peaking and signal cut-out.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 15 & 16:
4-5:30 pm RECESS MONKEY plays the The Getty Center, Central Garden, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10. The Garden Concerts for Kids series runs Sat and Sun, Aug 15 & 16, Aug 22 & 23, and Aug 29 & 30. Enjoy the best of children's music in the great outdoors, offering three weekends of “kid-tastic, sing-along fun” in the Central Garden courtesy of Recess Monkey, Trout Fishing in America, and Justin Roberts. Trout Fishing in America performs twangy tunes on August 22 and 23. Make it an afternoon—come early to browse the galleries, wander the gardens, and picnic on the grass. Free show, no reservations required.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 15 & 16; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Sat, 4 & 8 pm, and Sun, 2 & 8 pm “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” is Parlor Performances' grand finale and fundraiser at Steinway Hall,” 12121 W Pico Bl (one door W of Bundy under Fields Pianos, level P2), Santa Monica; free parking; reserv, 310-471-3979. Schedules include a 2 hour dinner break -- many great restaurants within 2 blocks.
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It’s a grande extravaganza of entertainment -- 2 days! 4 shows! 26 performers! 1 nutty producer! -- as Parlor Performances producer Jeannine Frank bids farewell to her longtime venue. Fields Pianos is closing its doors at the end of the month, and Parlor Performances has, for the past five years, been presenting shows in Fields' underground recital space, Steinway Hall. Jeannine is determined to squeeze the last drop of laughter from her beloved subterranean venue. Hence, she is hosting “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” -- a two-day marathon of comedy, cabaret and solo theatre. It’s six artists per show, with matinee and evening events both days. Artists are donating their time and talent, with all profits going toward the completion of a documentary film (“Leave Them Laughing”) by Academy Award-winning filmmaker John Zaritsky about Carla Zilbersmith - a single mom, jazz singer/ comedian/ former theatre professor with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). While facing the daunting challenges of this debilitating and fatal disease, Carla continues to inspire and amaze her friends and fans. This beautiful, gutsy woman is determined to live life out loud even as this horrible disease takes its toll. Her weekly blog entries (www.carlamuses.blogspot.com) which now must be dictated, are by turns (and often at once) darkly comic, uplifting, life affirming, painfully honest - and always worth the journey. These essays have now touched thousands of lives and have connected her with an ever-growing list of supporters around the world. The goal of the film is to show how one can live life to the fullest under the most horrific and challenging of circumstances. You can preview “Leave Them Laughing,” at www.leavethemlaughingfilm.com.
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Jeannine says, “Some of LA's most beloved comics, humorists and cabaret artists have signed on - please join us. I promise you'll leave laughing, too!”
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Stephanie Satie's multi-cultural portrait gallery "Coming to America" (www.refugeestheplay.com) and Eco-humorist Vicki Juditz'"Adventures of the Green Housewife" (www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0jD8wNmytI) plus Teresa Willis' funny and seriocomic solo play "Eenie Meanie" (www.eeniemeanie.com) and Brad Kay's comic piano wizardry -- plus a surprise guest, are Sat, 4-6 pm.
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Evening show, Sat, 8-10 pm is:
Sr. Citizen Cabaret Darling Ray Jessel; NPR humorist (Seinfeld's Doris Klompus) Annie Korzen; Letterman favorite Andy Kindler; Dry-witted, Roseanne writer Betsy Salkind (www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIfL1Obiho0); Comic multi-instrumentalist David Zasloff; Brad Kay's comic piano wizardry -- plus a surprise guest.
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Daytime show Sun, 2-4 pm is:
Fred Blanco as Cesar Chavez (www.storiesofcesarchavez.com); Jonathan Solomon - NPR humorist, Huffington Post contributor; Darryl Henriques - environmental comedian; Carol Schlanger - Award-winning comedy writer/satirist; Conan & Letterman favorite Marc Maron.
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Evening show Sun, 8-10 pm is:
John Crowther as Frank Lloyd Wright (www.jcrowtherart.com/performance.html); Award-winning singer/songwriter Lisa Catherine Cohen (www.lisa-catherine.com); Four-time MAC Award-winner, witty songwriter Ray Jessel; Caroline Val Schmidt (Bob Remstein on piano) (www.youtube.com/user/carolynvalschmidt); Musical comedy veteran, cabaret diva Amanda Abel (www.amandaable.com); Murray Meyer - stand-up lawyer; Comic songwriter ("Louis & Keely" piano man at the Geffen!) Richard Levinson.
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Intimate 100-seat hall, so make reservations early, with Jeannine, 310-471-3979 or Jeannine@FrankEntertainment.com. Evening shows, $20 each; 2 pm & 4 pm shows, $15 each. See 2 shows the same day for $25. Cash or check at the door.
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Sat, Aug 15, recurring:
4-6 pm SHAPE NOTE / SACRED HARP, “The Learners Group” in Santa Monica. Call Laura for location: 310-450-3516.
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Sat, Aug 15; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
6 pm KAHUNA COWBOYS JUG BAND play the “Summer of Music” series on the Redondo Beach Pier, Redondo Beach, 90277. Their music has been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where it earned a “Listener Favorite.” These guys are musically solid with good stage presentation, costumes, and fun. Make sure you catch Lester’s gargle throat singing – it’s a hoot. Free.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 15 & 16; in Oak Glen:
6 pm “WEST WEEKEND AND COWBOY CHUCKWAGON SUPPER & SHOW” at Riley’s at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Rd, Oak Glen; 909-797-1005; www.losriosrancho.com. It’s “a bang-up Old West weekend, with a cowboy encampment, sutlers (that's vendors, for you city folk), Western music, Western authors, Old West gambling tent, plus a whole lot more. Get yourself a new hat, check out the latest in shootin' irons courtesy of EMF Company, or find a passel of other cowboy (and cowgirl) goods while you enjoy the wide outdoors and stroll the Old West camp. It's fun for the whole family, and it's free.”
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“If you're looking to have even more cowboy fun that weekend, there's the annual Chuckwagon Supper & Show on the 15th. Tickets are $30 for adults, $20 for kids age 3-12 (each adult ticket gets you a chance at a black powder pistol, courtesy of EMF). There’s no finer way to spend a warm August evening than sitting under the stars, listening to RILEY'S REGULATORS pick and sing good ol’ cowboy tunes by firelight, and eating a whole bellyfull of cowboy vittles served right off the tailgate of a chuckwagon. You’ll whoopee-ti-yi-yo all the way home.” Gate opens at 6 pm; dinner served at 7 pm. Free, unless you want dinner.
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Sat, Aug 15:
6:30 pm “VENICE BEACH CENTRAL” acoustic evening with FRED STARNER; SHANE, NATALIE & JARED; CANYON ELLEN & DADDYBONE; KAYE REZNICK; PETER QUENTIN & THE NOMADS, at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; 310-450-6052; www.thetalkingstick.net. “Banjo Fred” Starner has performed live, multiple times, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks;” he is the Grand Duke of Hobo Musicians, given that honor by the real hoboes at their annual gathering in Britt, Iowa. Fred stars in a documentary film about the hobo life, and he has played banjo for Pete Seeger and helped Pete build and launch the Hudson River sailing sloop, “Clearwater.” Here’s tonight’s lineup:
Fred Starner at 6:30 pm
Shane, Natalie, and Jared at 7 pm
Canyon Eellen and Daddybone at 7:30 pm
Kaye Reznick at 8:30 pm
Peter Quentin & the Nomads at 9 pm
The Talking Stick is a charming coffee house serving coffee and light fare. There is parking front and back. All ages welcome. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 15, every week:
6:30-10:30 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS CONCERT at Me n’ Ed’s Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl (at Carson), Lakewood; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Aug 15; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7-10 pm MARK HUMPHREYS performs with guitarist JOHN-MICHAEL KAYE and bassist TIM CUPPS at an “OUTDOOR CONCERT UNDER THE STARS ON THE PIER” at Shoreline Village, 429 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach; 562-435-2668. Mark has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and he is one of America’s best, still largely-unknown, unknown songwriters, despite a decade of touring and playing many of the best folk venues in the nation. He has made “TttT’s” list of “Listener Favorites,” and his material ranges from engaging storytelling songs to thosew that really touch you, to some that are charmingly funny.
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Mark doubles as the chair of the artist co-op Trough Records label (www.trough.com). He tells us, “It's been a busy year so far with the ol' record label, with the Trough Records releases of ‘Red Light, Green Light, Go’ by Brett Perkins [currently in thre Top Ten in Europe] and ‘Flod’ by Andrew Lorand -- and within the next month or so ‘Do Not Insert In Ear Canal’ by Phil Ward.” All have performed live on “TttT.”
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Mark continues, “But now it's time for a concert of my own, one of only two I have scheduled for the remainder of the year – [and] this one is turning out to be an annual event at a great venue in Long Beach -- Shoreline Village, where you can bring the family, listen to music, shop, dine and have a lovely Saturday evening by the ocean.
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“I'll be joined by pals TIM CUPPS and JOHN-MICHAEL KAYE, so if you haven't been to one of my concerts in awhile, here's a great opportunity to hear my songs accompanied by some terrific musicians.”
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MARK HUMPHREYS was honored in 2007 with a double CD of a great many artists performing his original songs. Yes, his songs are very, very good, and if the truth is told, nobody else sings them better than Mark Humphreys. More at www.markhumphreys.com. Free concert.
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Sat, Aug 15, every week:
7-9 pm “JUST PLAIN FOLKS ORANGE COUNTY” Group Singing, sponsored by the local chapter of the international Just Plain Folks; for info & loc, go to www.JPFolks.org.
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Sat, Aug 15; in Palmdale:
7 pm KIM & JULIAN plus STATE STREET perform at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St.West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530. Butler's owners, Pam & David Logan, are long-time lovers and supporters of acoustic music. Indeed, Pam is an accomplished musician and a member of the BROWNE SISTERS, Celtic festival favorites who earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” The venue serves food and drink, featuring fresh-roasted coffee, in a rich, comfortable setting. Butler's music guy, Kevin Burton Smith, has had great success in attracting excellent acoustic music to Butler's.
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Sat, Aug 15, 3rd Sat every month; in Lancaster:
7-9 pm monthly “DESERT SONG PRODUCTIONS FEATURED ARTIST / OPEN MIC” series at the Cedar Centre Theater, 44845 Cedar Av, Lancaster 93534. The series launched Jan 17, ’09 with a group that scored a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Featured artist(s) perform 7-8 pm, followed by the OPEN MIC, 8-9 pm, where you can show off your own talents. Each open mic participant pays $5, and a panel of judges awards the pot to the best open mic performance. This event at this venue looks permanent, after a series of things at several venues. If you’re in the High Desert, go support it. Event info and lineup at http://desertsongfest.org .
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Sat, Aug 15, every week; in Tehachapi:
7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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Sat, Aug 15, in the OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm Kerrville “New Folk” winner ERNEST TROOST with NICOLE GORDON & MARK “POCKET” GOLDBERG, plus Nashville songstress CLAUDIA NYGAARD play “THE LIVING TRADITION” music series at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.thelivingtradition.org; reservations 949-646-1964 or steve@psitech.com. Series booker Steve Dulson says, “Local blues balladeer Ernest Troost knocked our socks off with his 2008 show. He’s back, along with Nashville’s stellar songbird Claudia Nygaard
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ERNEST TROOST has performed live, several times, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Since wowing the Living Tradition audience in 2008, the Emmy-winning singer-songwriter and acknowledged Southern Cal virtuoso of Piedmont blues has won the “New Folk” competition at this year’s Kerrville Folk Festival. (That puts him in illustrious company, because you’ve already heard of everyone who’s won it before.) Ernest’s evocative songwriting style combines folk and Piedmont blues-style guitar picking with timeless stories and colorful character portrayals drawn from the American past and present. His first solo album, “All the Boats Are Gonna Rise,” has been described as what would happen if the Carter Family, Robbie Robertson, and Alfred Hitchcock wrote songs together, and its title tracks became a “Listener Favorite” on “TttT.” His new album, “Resurrection Blues,” is due momentarily. Ernest is an award-winning composer of scores for films and TV and hosts a live roots music show the first Saturday of each month. “Ernest Troost's Juke Joint Gang,” at the Talking Stick coffeehouse in Venice, is always included in the Guide. Backing Troost tonight will be exceptional singer NICOLE GORDON, who has twice performed live on “TttT” and scored a “Listener Favorite” there with “Boy from Crooked Creek,” a co-write with Marty Axelrod from their “Songs of Shiloh” project and CD. Bassist MARK “POCKET” GOLDBERG hosts a fine weekly series with notable and often renowned songwriters, every Tuesday at 7 pm (it’s always in the Guide.) More on Ernest Troost and his monthly “Juke Joint Gang” shows at www.ernesttroost.com.
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CLAUDIA NYGAARD has been likened to "a female Will Rogers without the rope”. She is the daughter of a cattle rancher in the San Joaquin Valley who now lives in Nashville. From her earliest gigs playing bars and restaurants, through her country-rock years in L.A., to a fixture on the Nashville scene, her quick wit and relaxed stage presence is as much a part of her show as the songs themselves. Her most recent CD is “Somewhere Else To Go.” Like Ernest, she is a Kerrville “New Folk” winner. Claudia won in 2004. More at www.claudianygaard.com.
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7:30 pm BETTY SOO plays the “American Roots” series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. She is a “Second generation Korean-American pop folk artist.” Hailing from Austin, Texas, this Korean-American singer songwriter with a bell-pure voice sings moving songs in the folk-pop style, and “straight-ahead folk” and even “oldies with a twist.” More at www.bettysoo.com and www.myspace.com/bettysoo. You can avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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Sat, Aug 15, every week:
7:30-10:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES weekly bluegrass concert at Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24500 Lyons Ave, Newhall; 661-259-6733. (Lyons exit, just off I-5.) This a long-running series, often, with very impressive performing guests.
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Sat, Aug 15, every Sat:
7:30 pm “RANCH PARTY” evening of country & Americana roots music performances, on the West Patio Stage, Original Farmers Market, 3rd & Fairfax, L.A. Presented by EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. Performers have included DAVID SERBY, GRANT LANGSTON, 29 MULES, BOB WOODRUFF, OLD BULL, PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, PAUL CHESNE, NICOLE GORDON, and BUCKSWORTH. Parking: 2 hours free with validation from EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. $3 for the third hour; $1 for each additional 20 minutes; $15 max. Addt’l parking at The Grove, next door. Get validation for their structure from Grove merchants. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 15, 3rd Sat, every month:
7:30 pm LOS ANGELES WOMEN IN MUSIC (LAWIM) presents “YOUNG TALENT NIGHT” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166.
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LAWIM presents this monthly series showcasing performers up to the age of 17. Sponsored by Daisy Rock and DayJams, it is part of LAWIM’s commitment to nurture younger artists and reach out to the community through music. This is NOT an “admission-by-donation” Kulak’s show. Tickets are sold by the participants, donations are made during the webcast, and sponsorships and contributions are received through the LAWIM website (www.lawim.com), all to fund the organization’s “Musical Gifts & Scholarship Program” for kids in need. Five talented young performers are invited to take the stage each month, and each leaves with a professional, 5-camera video of their performance.
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7:30 pm “DOWNTOWN FILM FESTIVAL” presents “MUSIC DOCS AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM,” a series of music film programs in which you can meet the filmmakers and the artists, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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7:30 pm WHISKEY DAWN outdoors at the historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, near Ventura Harbor, Ventura. This six-piece band, drums, bass, lead/rhythm guitar, mandolin and fiddle, brings high-proof vocals, harmonies and dance fun to a distilled mash of original, new and classic songs by Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash and Garth Brooks. More at www.myspace.com/whiskeydawncountry
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7:30-9:45 pm “UP THE TRAIL FROM TEXAS” Music/Art Showcase created & hosted by singer-songwriter MARK MORAN, at Tex Mex Grill, 2256 Route 66 (at Amelia Av), Glendora 91740. It’s a monthly music/art showcase featuring up-and-coming singer-songwriters in country, folk, pop, jazz, blues, and film music genres, and Mark adds, “And artists that have a vision of love, nature, healing or inspiration.” More at www.mythicalbird.net and www.myspace.com/mythicalbird
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7:30 pm “COFFEE HOUSE AT THE ONION” OPEN MIC at the Sepulveda Unitarian Universalist Society, 9550 Haskell Av, North Hills. A great place to showcase your new stuff. Coffee and cookies available by donation. (No longer on Fridays.) No cover.
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MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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Sat, Aug 15; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE CROOKED JADES play The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina; 626-339-7020; www.frethouse.com. The Boston Herald called folk revivalists THE CROOKED JADES “the finest string band in America.” They deliver old time Americana with 21st century style, and were chosen by Sean Penn to perform on the soundtrack of the feature film, “Into the Wild.” They’ve been called “a revival of old-time Americana,” and “Old time music with a 21st Century Groove,” and “Seriously not your grandma's bluegrass.” The San Francisco-based group brings an amazing array of vintage instruments and clear vocals to deliver driving dance tunes and haunting ballads based in mountain Americana. The San Francisco Weekly says, "The Crooked Jades are embarrassingly addictive .. they grab you by the throat, preach damnation and move your hips all at once!" and the Boston Herald calls them “A haunting, sophisticated trip to Appalachia.”
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Ian Anderson writes in UK magazine fRoots, “Grounded in tradition, old-time string band music and mountain blues but with open horizons that take them to other parts of the planet, they have a haunting spookiness...truly inspiring...getting original textures out of conventional string band instruments and mixing them with oddities like bass ukulele, harmonium, mbira, cello and Vietnamese jaw harp and bau zither. Vocally, they have that lonesome white blues sound which has its ancestry in Dock Boggs and the Carters but again they take it somewhere else... consistently startling and addictive..."
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CLIFF WAGNER (the Old #7) says, “The Crooked Jades are playing at the Grand Annex in San Pedro. They don't get down this way so often and they are great. The Old Number 7 highly recommends this show. You can reserve a seat at the Grand Vision web site.”
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"Wild, wooly, totally unpredictable, but always tasteful, soulful. They’ve got chords in unexpected places, out of this world harmonies, and some of the most powerfully arranged material I’ve ever encountered." -Bluegrass Breakdown
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"If you imagine bands like Nickel Creek or Old Crow Medicine Show are made of solid, sparkling silver with a twinkle as seductive as Tony Curtis’s wink, The Crooked Jades are more centuries old bronze with a natural air-worn patina and all the mystery of the Mona Lisa’s smile." -Maverick UK
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They’re on a short West Coast tour to celebrate their critically acclaimed latest CD, “Shining Darkness,” playing The Grand Annex in San Pedro on Fri, Aug 14, and The Fret House in Covina on Sat, Aug 15. This show is one of our “Show of the Week” picks, and it’s a FolkWorks “Pick of the Month.” More at www.crookedjades.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. Tix, $15, kids under 12 half price (under age 3, free).
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Sat, Aug 15:
8 pm STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN at the Blue Ridge Pickin’ Parlor, 17828 Chatsworth St, Granada Hills 91344; 818-282-9001; www.pickinparlor.com. Multiple award-winning singer-songwriter-fiddler Stephanie Bettman is being compared to Alison Krauss, a young Joan Baez, and Emmylou Harris. Winners of the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest, as well as the SoCal Live Acoustic Music Competition, Stephanie and her partner, multi-instrumentalist Luke Halpin, have been on the fast track to success. They made their live radio debut performing on “Tied to the Tracks,” which brought the world premiere of many of their originals and their first recorded tracks, and recently they were featured guests on Roz Larman's radio show, "Folkscene," on KPFK.
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Stephanie was chosen in the “Top Ten / Best of 2008” female singer-songwriters in Folkworks (www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166). Her debut CD, "Get Close To Me," has reached at #8 on the Folk DJ Chart. One reviewer observed, “Stephanie's songs are sometimes sad, sometimes sassy, but always stunning, and she moves effortlessly from her up-tempo bluegrass originals to a soothing honey-sweet ballad, to a rousing passionate anthem. Together with Luke Halpin's perfectly blended harmonies (as well as his instrumental expertise); the two of them give an unforgettable performance that will have you hooked from the first fiddle line to the last sweet harmony.” More at www.stephaniebettman.com
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8 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., with fiddle virtuoso BRANTLEY KEARNS and special guest VICTORIA JACOBS, play a benefit outdoors at the S. Mark Taper Foundation Amphitheatre in Coldwater Canyon Park, 12601 Mulholland Dr, Beverly Hills 90210; info, www.treepeople.org; reservations, 818-623-4877 or shows@treepeople.org. The Hawks have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” between their frequent road trips across the US and to Europe. Tree People is a benevolent environmental organization. The amphitheater at their headquarters is lovely. Bring a picnic and take a hike before the show on the well-maintained trails. From the SFV, exit the 101 Fwy at Coldwater Canyon Av and drive south; cross Ventura Bl, continue on Coldwater almost to the top of the hill. TreePeople is at the intersection with Mulholland Dr W and Franklin Canyon Dr – the second light (and 1.7 miles) S of Ventura Bl; turn left into Coldwater Canyon Park. Tix, $15.
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8 pm-1:30(?) am “RENAISSANCE BLUES CLUB” blues music series returns with GARY ALLEGRETTO, BLUES GONE SOUTH, BLEEDING HARP, and a closing pro bluesd jam, at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel, 1755 N Highland (Hollywood & Highland Complex), Hollywood 90028; 323-856-1200. Attire is upscale casual. This is a “big-deal” return of thye blues to Hollwood, in a fine venue. Tell ‘em at the door you came to see the headliner, Gary Allegretto & his band. Gary’s music has been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and it’s won a “Listener Favorite” there. The award-winning musician’s work with the music charity, Harmonikids, (which he founded, and which has Hohner’s endorsement) has taken him to the sites of disasters all over the world, where he helps young children find their joy once again by teaching them to play harmonica.
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Ride the Red Line light rail, but watch thye times for the last connections to get home. Parking in the complex is $2 for four hours with a validation (otherwise it’s very expensive). Gen’l admission, $15.
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Sat, Aug 15:
8 pm ROD PIAZZA & THE MIGHTY FLYERS plus THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND opening for “some of the best blues music headliners in the industry,” at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Info on this show, http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3015957&s=93914888. The venue claims, “This is the greatest house band in America. Members over the years have included musicians who have played with Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, The Pointer Sisters, The Jeff Healey Band and influences from John Lee Hooker, Van Morrison and Eric Burden.” Fri & Sat nights bring local blues bands as well as national acts. Acts booked include Chris Cain, Lil Charlie and the Nite Cats, Coco Montoya, Rod Piazza, James Intveld, Rosie Flores, Duke Robillard, Guitar Shorty, Gary Hoey, Wumbloozo, Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash and more. Website has lineups for specific dates and a tix link. Venue serves dinner Fri & Sat, 7 pm-2 am. ROD PIAZZA & THE MIGHTY FLYERS at 10:30 pm, with Bobby Bluehouse at 8 pm. Tix, $20.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 15 & 16:
8 pm; Sat, 4 & 8 pm, and Sun, 2 & 8 pm “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” is Parlor Performances' grand finale and fundraiser at Steinway Hall,” 12121 W Pico Bl (one door W of Bundy under Fields Pianos, level P2); free parking; reserv, 310-471-3979. Schedules include a 2 hour dinner break -- many great restaurants within 2 blocks. See 4 pm listing for complete details.
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Sat, Aug 15; in Santa Barbara County:
8 pm THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND, featuring SCOTT GATES & CHUCK HAILES, play the “Song Tree Music Series” at LOUUC, 820 N Fairview Av, Goleta 93117; series info, www.songtree.org. More at www.myspace.com/nathanmceuenmusic. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Aug 15, third Sat, every month:
8 pm “JAVA WITH JAVELYN INDIE MUSIC NITES” at the Unurban Café, 3301 Pico Bl, Santa Monica. This event is a pre-booked artist showcase, not an open mic. Javelyn holds a companion event every 1st Fri with an opne mic, at another venue, at 6:30 pm; see that calendar listing. Info, www.javawithjavelyn.com.
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Sat, Aug 15, 3rd Sat, every month, in Camarillo:
8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “CARS AND GUITARS SONG CIRCLE” in Camarillo; for location, contact Pat Cronin, CarsAndGuitarsSongCircle@songmakers.org or 805-236-7954; www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Aug 15:
8:30 pm Annual “TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS” at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Tonight, joining the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC is the USC TROJAN MARCHING BAND, Dr. Arthur Bartner, director. The L.A, Phil has CHRISTIAN KNAPP, conductor, and MIHAELA URSULEASA, piano. The annual spectacular features the great composer’s beloved Piano Concert No. 1, plus the 1812 Overture, complete with cannons and pyrotechnics to light up the sky. Two performances, one Fri, one Sat, Aug 14 & 15.
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Sat, Aug 15, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line / couple dance lessons with Charlotte, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 15, every week; on TV:
11 pm-12 am "AUSTIN CITY LIMITS" on KLCS (check your cable co.; broadcast TV Ch. 58). Recent editions have happily featured classic Americana artists, rather than the dearth of alt rockers who dominated for several months.
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Sunday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are quite varied: with two shows Sat (4 & 8 pm), and two Sun (2 & 8 pm) “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” is Parlor Performances' grand finale extravaganza at Steinway Hall in Santa Monica; MOTHER’S BOYS: PETER FELDMANN, RICK CUNHA, & DAVID JACKSON, are at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 7 pm; JACKSON BROWNE plays the Santa Barbara Bowl at 7 pm; and, LOS LONELY BOYS and LOS LOBOS play their “Brotherhood Tour” at the Greek Theatre at 7:30 pm.
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Sun, Aug 16, every Sun, on broadcast radio & web simulcast:
8 am-noon “PEACE, LOVE & SUNDAY MORNINGS” with veteran deejay Mimi Chen, on 100.3 FM The Sound in L.A., and simulcast everywhere at http://www.thesoundla.com/?nid=41&sid=304. Mimi mixes together the best acoustic, live, reggae, bluegrass, "jam band", and folk performances by Sound artists both new and old. It's music that fits the mellow mood of Sunday mornings in Southern California. The station tells us, “This is a unique opportunity for our listeners to associate with the idealism that grew out of the peace movement in the 1970s. No longer controversial, the core ideals of friendship and togetherness live on-and relate powerfully to new generations of music fans. Tune in and turn on.”
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Sun, Aug 16, recurring:
9 am-1 pm “CLAREMONT FARMER'S MARKET” has live acoustic music in downtown Claremont. RON ELY plays songs of the sea and more on 2nd St between Yale Av and Indian Hill, in old downtown Claremont. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely .
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10 am-2 pm LIVE MUSIC at WEST L.A. FARMERS MARKET, 11360 Santa Monica Bl (at Corinth); www.westlafarmersmarket.com. Includes free raffle for Farmers Market fresh food. A nice, permanent band shell stage and good sound system distinguish this one. Usually the first act performs from 10 or 10:30 am-noon, there’s a second act noon-1 pm, a break for the raffle of market goodies, and the final act performs 1:15-2 pm. This is a well-structured event. Free wifi at the farmers market and throughout the West L.A. Civic Center Plaza, and Free kids crafts table operated by volunteers 9 am-2 pm, both sponsored by West L.A. Neighborhood Council www.wlanc.com. When you are on the plaza with your laptop, select wlancwifi as your free wireless network. Free event. Map to free parking, www.westlafarmersmarket.com/Location.htm.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 323-848-5100.
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10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Anaheim, 1530 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim; 714-778-2583.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week, on web radio:
11 am-1 pm (Pacific time) “COW TRAILS SHOW” from Mancos, Colorado, features live on-air performances by Western music artists hosted by “Western Belle Barb” (Barbara Richhart) on KSJD, simulcast at www.ksjd.org. Studio phone-in numbers for host and on-air guests, 970-564-9727 & 970-564-0808. More, www.myspace.com/mancosbelle
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Noon-3 pm Monthly “WESTERN MUSIC ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN CAL JAM SESSION” is really a song circle, and named in FolkWorks as co-winner of L.A.’s “Best Monthly Listening Room Series” - on the Heritage Court Stage in the Autry National Center (Autry Museum), 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park; 818-971-5002; www.museumoftheamericanwest.org. WMA California Chapter meeting follows. All performing musicians (whether or not they are Autry members or WMA members) get in free, and each may bring one guest. In addition, on WMA jam days at the Autry, all WMA members (whether or not they are perfoming) are admitted free (w/ WMA membership ID) and get access to the jam and to all the museum galleries for the whole day. Award-winning performing songwriter JOYCE WOODSON says, “You can have lunch there at the Golden Spur [café] first, then stop by for some music.” Info on event and participating at www.westernmusic.org. This is a very well-attended, very popular song circle, wherein each performer or group does a song in turn, possibly backed instrumentally by others in the circle. Its expansion from two hours (1-3 pm) to three hours (noon-3 pm) came at the invitation of the Autry, beginning in May, 2009. Museum gen’l adm $9 adults, $3 kids age 12 and under.
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Sun, Aug 16, 3rd Sun, every month:
Noon-3 pm SONGSALIVE! monthly “LOS ANGELES WORKSHOP,” with music industry guest speaker, at The Finnish Center, 10701 Magnolia Bl (E of Vineland), North Hollywood 91601; 818-506-3850 for directions only. Each monthly workshop features a music industry guest speaker, in a setting for songwriters to gather, share their songs, gain feedback and develop relationships within the songwriting community. The first half of each session is an in-the-round workshop, where each writer presents one song, on tape or CD or live. The second half includes the guest speaker and an industry discussion, with time to talk, enjoy coffee and network. Hosted by Paul Lawrence Moyer. Info on guest speaker, or pre-registration, at 310-238-0359 or www.songsalive.org/losangeles for rules, speakers & what to bring. (Event now held on 3rd Sundays, changed from 1st Sundays.) These events start promptly. $5, or free for Songsalive! members.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week:
12:30-5 pm “BRUNCH AMERICANA” show, hosted by Hillbilly DJ Jeff at The Redwood Bar, 316 W 2nd St, downtown L.A. 90012. It’s a four-act musical afternoon. David Serby has played it, and he tells us, “Get there early for great food and drinks. [It’s] live, independent Western Country Music in Los Angeles!”
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Sun, Aug 16, every week:
12:30 pm families; 1:30 pm adults only COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLES at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sun, 12:30 pm families, 1:30 pm adults only. Bring your own drum or percussion instrument to the drum circle or use one of those provided by the gallery. Taught by Mr Blue, a versatile artist from New York.
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Sun, Aug 16, 3rd Sunday, every month:
1-5 pm SONGMAKERS “EAST VALLEY HOOT” in Van Nuys; for location, contact Barbara Greenspan, EastValleyHoot@songmakers.org or 818-780-5979; www.songmakers.org.
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1:30 pm WELSH CHOIR, for location, contact Rutthy: 818-507-0337.
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Sun, Aug 16; Sat & Sun, Aug 15 & 16; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Sun, 2 & 8 pm & Sat, 4 & 8 pm) “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” is Parlor Performances' grand finale and fundraiser at Steinway Hall,” 12121 W Pico Bl (one door W of Bundy under Fields Pianos, level P2); free parking; reserv, 310-471-3979. Schedules include a 2 hour dinner break -- many great restaurants within 2 blocks.
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It’s a grande extravaganza of entertainment -- 2 days! 4 shows! 26 performers! 1 nutty producer! -- as Parlor Performances producer Jeannine Frank bids farewell to her longtime venue. Fields Pianos is closing its doors at the end of the month, and Parlor Performances has, for the past five years, been presenting shows in Fields' underground recital space, Steinway Hall. Jeannine is determined to squeeze the last drop of laughter from her beloved subterranean venue. Hence, she is hosting “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” -- a two-day marathon of comedy, cabaret and solo theatre. It’s six artists per show, with matinee and evening events both days. Artists are donating their time and talent, with all profits going toward the completion of a documentary film (“Leave Them Laughing”) by Academy Award-winning filmmaker John Zaritsky about Carla Zilbersmith - a single mom, jazz singer/ comedian/ former theatre professor with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). While facing the daunting challenges of this debilitating and fatal disease, Carla continues to inspire and amaze her friends and fans. This beautiful, gutsy woman is determined to live life out loud even as this horrible disease takes its toll. Her weekly blog entries (www.carlamuses.blogspot.com) which now must be dictated, are by turns (and often at once) darkly comic, uplifting, life affirming, painfully honest - and always worth the journey. These essays have now touched thousands of lives and have connected her with an ever-growing list of supporters around the world. The goal of the film is to show how one can live life to the fullest under the most horrific and challenging of circumstances. You can preview “Leave Them Laughing,” at www.leavethemlaughingfilm.com.
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Jeannine says, “Some of LA's most beloved comics, humorists and cabaret artists have signed on - please join us. I promise you'll leave laughing, too!”
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Stephanie Satie's multi-cultural portrait gallery "Coming to America" (www.refugeestheplay.com) and Eco-humorist Vicki Juditz'"Adventures of the Green Housewife" (www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0jD8wNmytI) plus Teresa Willis' funny and seriocomic solo play "Eenie Meanie" (www.eeniemeanie.com) and Brad Kay's comic piano wizardry -- plus a surprise guest, are Sat, 4-6 pm.
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Evening show, Sat, 8-10 pm is:
Sr. Citizen Cabaret Darling Ray Jessel; NPR humorist (Seinfeld's Doris Klompus) Annie Korzen; Letterman favorite Andy Kindler; Dry-witted, Roseanne writer Betsy Salkind (www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIfL1Obiho0); Comic multi-instrumentalist David Zasloff; Brad Kay's comic piano wizardry -- plus a surprise guest.
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Daytime show Sun, 2-4 pm is:
Fred Blanco as Cesar Chavez (www.storiesofcesarchavez.com); Jonathan Solomon - NPR humorist, Huffington Post contributor; Darryl Henriques - environmental comedian; Carol Schlanger - Award-winning comedy writer/satirist; Conan & Letterman favorite Marc Maron.
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Evening show Sun, 8-10 pm is:
John Crowther as Frank Lloyd Wright (www.jcrowtherart.com/performance.html); Award-winning singer/songwriter Lisa Catherine Cohen (www.lisa-catherine.com); Four-time MAC Award-winner, witty songwriter Ray Jessel; Caroline Val Schmidt (Bob Remstein on piano) (www.youtube.com/user/carolynvalschmidt); Musical comedy veteran, cabaret diva Amanda Abel (www.amandaable.com); Murray Meyer - stand-up lawyer; Comic songwriter ("Louis & Keely" piano man at the Geffen!) Richard Levinson.
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Intimate 100-seat hall, so make reservations early, with Jeannine, 310-471-3979 or Jeannine@FrankEntertainment.com. Evening shows, $20 each; 2 pm & 4 pm shows, $15 each. See 2 shows the same day for $25. Cash or check at the door.
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Sun, Aug 16, recurring:
3-5:30 pm JAZZ COMPOSERS WORKSHOP at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sunday.
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Sun, Aug 16, every Sun:
4-8 pm “SANTA CLARITA VALLEY BLUES SOCIETY MONTHLY JAM” hosted by 21st CENTURY BLUES BAND at The Londoner Pub, 18511 Soledad Canyon Rd, Canyon Country (near Santa Clarita) 91351. They tell us, “You never know who will show up. There’s always lots of great music and fun. The Londoner serves up some free food for these Sunday Jams, so come hungry. Don’t forget to bring your instrument - we’d love to hear your music!” More,www.myspace.com/santaclaritavalleybluessociety and www.scvblues.org. All ages, free.
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4-5:30 pm RECESS MONKEY plays The Getty Center, Central Garden, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10. The Garden Concerts for Kids series runs Sat and Sun, Aug 15 & 16, Aug 22 & 23, and Aug 29 & 30. Enjoy the best of children's music in the great outdoors, offering three weekends of “kid-tastic, sing-along fun” in the Central Garden courtesy of Recess Monkey, Trout Fishing in America, and Justin Roberts. Trout Fishing in America performs twangy tunes on August 22 and 23. Make it an afternoon—come early to browse the galleries, wander the gardens, and picnic on the grass. Free show, no reservations required.
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4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week:
4-6 pm “BEGINNERS IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Sun, Aug 16:
4:30-7:30 pm WILLOW BEND plus WHEN PIGS FLY! bring Celtic and traditional old-time Americana, including dulcimer music, to the Anaheim Garden Walk, 321 W Katella Av, Anaheim 92802; 714-635-7410; www.AnaheimGardenWalk.com. More at www.celticana.net.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week, through the spring & summer:
5-9 pm “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” country & roots series brings a full lineup each week to The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; www.myspace.com/thegrandoleecho. Several acts on the main stage indoors, plus more live music on the Back Porch Stage, where there’s a BBQ available. Venue has a full bar. All ages, no cover.
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5-7 pm GRUPO FALSO BAIANO play the “Jazz on the Lawn” free concert series on the Santa Monica City Hall lawn, 1685 Main St, Santa Monica. Details, www.arts.santa-monica.org/Jazz%20on%20the%20Lawn%202009_All.pdf. More on the grupo and their music at www.falsobaiano.com. Free concert.
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5-7 pm BOMBACHANTE plays Latin jazz at the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at Smith Park, 6016 Rosemead Bl, Pico Rivera 90660. Info, contact Juliean Martinez, at 562-801-4300.
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5 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) and WEEKLY COMPLIMENTARY BBQ at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. (BBQ changed to 5-8 pm, effective July 4.) Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Bonnie, 4-6 pm. Every Sunday they “light up the 'ol barbie and throw on anything from marinated tri-tip beef to good 'ol hamburgers. Every BBQ is served with all the fixin's, like baked beans, vegetables, rice, cole slaw, potato salad and more.” They tell us, “If you're looking for something really fun and different to do on Sundays, then head on down to The Cowboy Palace Saloon for dance lessons at 4, mouthwatering BBQ at 5, and a hot country band starting at 6!” No cover.
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Sun, Aug 16, 3rd Sunday, every month; in the OC:
5-7 pm ONE FOOT IN at Java Joe's, 4973 Yorba Ranch Rd (in strip mall at Yorba Linda Bl & Yorba Ranch Rd), Yorba Linda 92887; 714-970-7988. They are RUSS LEWARK, MICHAEL R. GARDNER & JEFF NEWELL, joined by KEVIN GORE to form the quartet, then by drummer T.J. TARRANCE DeFRIEZ for the big band. They’re a fun rootsy string band, they’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and they tell us, “We're excited about now doing regular monthly performances at Java Joe's in Yorba Linda… playing in the early evening for those that have to work the next day. Come out and gather with us against the cold, cruel world. We want to sing away your troubles. Bring 'em on down.” As for the venue, the guys say, “Mmmmm, wine & beer & coffee & tea & atmosphere & company at Java Joe's alone is worth the trip. Chuck, the owner, only serves what he likes to drink and his good taste really shows. Come, sit on a comfy couch, have a slosh and groove to the sounds of One Foot In!” New residency, beginning Jan 18, ’09. More at www.onefootin.com
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Sun, Aug 16, every week; on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “MOUNTAIN STAGE,” the long-time NPR roots music show with live performances, hosted by Larry Groce, from the West Virginia University Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. No L.A. broadcast station carries this incredibly popular show (or any other NPR syndicated folk-Americana performance-interview show) but you can find a simulcast from any of many other stations at www.mountainstage.org or get info at 304-293-SHOW.
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Sun, Aug 16, 3rd Sun, every month; in Arroyo Grande:
5:30-8:30 pm "BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION" at the SLO Down Pub, 1200 E Grand Av (at Brisco), Arroyo Grande; 805-481-4015. Hosted by Roger Siminoff; info, siminoff@siminoff.net. All welcome.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week:
6-8 pm CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 play a new “Sunday Happy Hour” residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar. You’ve seen them on TV, as final-round finalists on “America’s Next Great Band,” and they made it to #29 on the Americana charts at the close of 2008. Bluegrass-Americana music and drink specials on the West Side. More at www.oldnumber7.net.
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6-8 pm BLUEGRA$$ BILLIONAIRES play the “Summer Music in the Park” series in Memorial Park, 1301 Foothill Bl, La Cañada Flintridge. Free to the public, bring a picnic lunch or dinner, blankets, or lawn chairs.
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Sun, Aug 16, 3rd Sun, every month:
6-10 pm “GRIMM / BIG FISH / PRO BLUES JAM” at The Big Fish, 5230 San Fernando Rd, Glendale; 818-244-6442. With KATHRYN GRIMM on guitar & vocals, BILL ORR on bass & vocals, FRANKIE SALEMMO on drums. Other musicians take part by invitation from Kathryn, in advance, at grimmmusic@yahoo.com. "Grimm hosts the Pro Blues Jam the third Sunday of each month, to give professionals and amateurs a chance to shine. Her guitar licks are explosive and her singing divine." - Joyce Rudolph, Los Angeles Times. Billy Hulting (Lou Rawls, Patti Labelle, Dwezill Zappa) says Kathryn Grimm "...sings like an angel, plays guitar like the devil." Kathryn tells us, “Bill [Orr] has just started a myspace page for the Big Fish Jam. Pleeeaaasseee go visit, add it to you friends list and keep visiting to view the up-and-comers photos, [and learn about the] music and info about the Best Jam in Town.” It’s at www.myspace.com/bigfishjam.
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Sun, Aug 16; Sat & Sun; in Oak Glen:
6 pm “WEST WEEKEND AND COWBOY CHUCKWAGON SUPPER & SHOW” at Riley’s at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Rd, Oak Glen; 909-797-1005; www.losriosrancho.com. It’s “a bang-up Old West weekend, with a cowboy encampment, sutlers (that's vendors, for you city folk), Western music, Western authors, Old West gambling tent, plus a whole lot more. Get yourself a new hat, check out the latest in shootin' irons courtesy of EMF Company, or find a passel of other cowboy (and cowgirl) goods while you enjoy the wide outdoors and stroll the Old West camp. It's fun for the whole family, and it's free.”
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“If you're looking to have even more cowboy fun that weekend, there's the annual Chuckwagon Supper & Show on the 15th. Tickets are $30 for adults, $20 for kids age 3-12 (each adult ticket gets you a chance at a black powder pistol, courtesy of EMF). There’s no finer way to spend a warm August evening than sitting under the stars, listening to RILEY'S REGULATORS pick and sing good ol’ cowboy tunes by firelight, and eating a whole bellyfull of cowboy vittles served right off the tailgate of a chuckwagon. You’ll whoopee-ti-yi-yo all the way home.” Gate opens at 6 pm; dinner served Sat at 7 pm. Free, unless you want dinner.
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Sun, Aug 16:
6:30 pm CHOO CHOO SOUL with GENEVIEVE at the “Children’s Night” Sunday series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. Now, normally we would avoid anything like the plague if it even suggested hip hop. Except the wonderful and filk-friendly GENEVIEVE is billed as the “Train Conductor” for the night. So, you’ll experience “the hip hop beats of Playhouse Disney’s Choo Choo Soul,” the nationally-programmed children’s show, and the guest star appearance of Genevieve, to “take you and your families on a fun hour long ride -- accompanied by the hip sounds and the skilled beatboxing and break dancing of cool kid DC.” More, including games and coloring sheets for the kids, at www.tv.disney.go.com/playhouse/choochoosoul/index. You can avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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Sun, Aug 16; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm MOTHER’S BOYS: PETER FELDMANN, RICK CUNHA, & DAVID JACKSON, at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info, www.coffeegallery.com. Peter, Rick, and David present a program of roots and bluegrass music, drawing from the repertoires of the Carter Family, Jimmie Rodgers, and other 1930s and ‘40s country musicians. Three veterans of the 1960s country-folk boom, Peter Feldmann on mandolin & guitar, Rick Cunha on guitar & slide guitar, and David Jackson on bass, bring vocal and instrumental dynamics.
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“All of us fell in love with the music of the Carter Family, Jimmie Rodgers, The Delmore Brothers, and other country music greats years ago, and we still love performing those fine ‘old familiar tunes,’ as they used to be called,” says Peter. “All together, we've probably got north of 120 years of experience on club and concert stages, and The Coffee Gallery Backstage, with its intimate setting, is one of our favorite hangouts.”
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Mother's Boys features tight harmonies, hot pickin', country humor “with the hair on it”, and lots of plain musical fun. Peter Feldmann is a singer and multi- instrumentalist who has performed bluegrass, folk, string band, and related music since the early 1960s, and is known as the founder of the Santa Barbara Old Time Fiddler's Convention, and the original Bluebird Café in Santa Barbara, a music club highly influential on the Southern California Music scene. Peter's tribute CD to Uncle Dave Macon, "Grey Cat On The Tennessee Farm", was named to the nation's Top Ten Bluegrass albums of 2005 by the Chicago Tribune.
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Rick Cunha's solo recording career began in 1974 with an album for the GRC label, that included his song "Yo-Yo-Man," since immortalized on TV and in concert by Tom Smothers. Rick is a guitar players' guitar player and fine songwriter, and he has performed in concert with Mason Williams (for whom he produces), Emmy Lou Harris, John Stewart, Anne Murray, Jennifer Warnes, Buck Owens, The Smothers Brothers, and others. His songs have been recorded by Ms. Warnes, Ian Matthews, The Smothers Brothers, Michael Johnson and many other artists. Other solo albums include "Cunha Tunes" and "Moving Pictures".
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David Jackson talks of “Being in the right place at the right time and lucky,” and his career began with 3 years on “The Andy Williams Show” as a comedian and bassist. He might tell you that “little has changed in the intervening years, if hair loss doesn't count.” Writing "Joy To The World" with Hoyt Axton, for 3 Dog Night, and "The No, No Song" with Hoyt, for Ringo Starr, and playing with Jackson Brown, Glenn Campbell, Roger Miller and John Denver still left time to sandwich in a wide variety of music over the years. He is renowned in western music circles as a member of New West. David says, “Still, there is so much more playing to do.” Tix, $20.
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Sun, Aug 16; in Santa Barbara; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm JACKSON BROWNE at the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara; 805-962-7411; www.sbbowl.com. Floor Sections T, U, V, $76.50; Preferred J,K,L,M,N,O $76.50; G,H,I : $63.50; D,E,F: $53.50; A,B,C: $38.50.
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Sun, Aug 16, every Sun:
7-8 pm JES HUDAK plays her weekly residency at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). JES HUDAK is a singer/songwriter living in Los Angeles. Her weapons of choice are the piano and her voice, and she has been known to wield a guitar from time to time. Her live performance “takes her audience on a journey through laughter and love and sadness and heartbreak. Her voice is powerful and soulful, and her songs are original, emotional, and real.” Artist info, www.jes-hudak.com and www.myspace.com/jeshudak
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Venue serves vegan & omnivore “comfort food,” fruit smoothies and organic coffee & tea beverages. Entertainment (of various kinds) every night, usually beginning 9:30-10 pm, after the shows in the surrounding theatre district. Venue has a beautiful piano and a house guitar for musician use, or bring your own instrument. They say, “We welcome people to come by and play anytime - you never know when the Muses might appear!” They tell us, “We are always looking for piano players & musicians to accompany the singers and spoken word artists (or to come in and jam with us).” Email them to be added to their roster, at TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com. Early arrival recommended; $5 minimum for table service requested, otherwise, no cover.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week:
7 pm PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH MARC PLATT at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; www.kulakswoodshed.com. Must be a member in advance to gain entry. Limit 10 performers per week. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/workshop.shtml. Each week's workshop is $20, with all proceeds to the venue.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week, on radio and web radio:
7-9 pm “FOLKSCENE” is a long-running folk music show from Los Angeles, hosted by ROZ LARMAN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, 98.7 FM in Santa Barbara, and simulcast at www.kpfk.org. Each edition features a long-form performance-interview, recorded live, with a guest recording artist. The show celebrated its 37th year on the air in February 2008. Info on the show and guests, playlists, and tributes to the late co-host HOWARD LARMAN, at www.folkscene.com.
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Sun, Aug 16, every week, on web radio:
7 pm “FLAT CAT RADIO,” hosted by DAVE STRAUSS, features live on-air performance-interviews at www.myspace.com/flatcatradio. It’s a weekly live web-only show focused on Los Angeles-based songwriters of all genres, but the live segment is generally an acoustic performance.
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Sun, Aug 16; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm LOS LONELY BOYS and LOS LOBOS “The Brotherhood Tour” at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Av, in Griffith Park, L.A.; 323-665-1927; http://greektheatrela.com. Latin roots-rockock fans are treated to one great night of music. The Tex-Mex group Los Lonely Boys hail from San Angelo, Texas and consist of three brothers: guitarist Henry Garza, bassist JoJo Garza and drummer Ringo Garza Jr. They released their self-titled debut album in Mar 2004. Their monster hit “Heaven” won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 2005. Los Lonely Boys released their sophomore album “Sacred” in 2006 followed by “Forgiven” in Jul 2008. This Texican trio has achieved multi-platinum record sales, widespread acclaim from critics and adoration from fans worldwide.
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LOS LOBOS, since they began as Los Lobos Del Este Los Angeles in 1973, has evolved into a respected artistic entity using eclectic musical molds built on the blues, rockabilly, jazz, Latin and their own Mexican-American heritage. The critically acclaimed quintet has released over 15 albums and won the Best American/Mexican Grammy for “Anselma” in 1984. In 1987, their cover of “La Bamba” shot straight to #1 on the Billboard Singles chart where it remained for three weeks. Los Lobos’ last full length album was 2006’s “The Town and the City” and was followed by the single, “Run Away with You” in 2008. Tix, $55 / $45 / $35.
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Sun, Aug 16; Sat & Sun, Aug 15 & 16; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
Sun, 8 pm (& 2 pm) & Sat, 4 & 8 pm “PARLOR PALOOZA 2009” is Parlor Performances' grand finale and fundraiser at Steinway Hall,” 12121 W Pico Bl (one door W of Bundy under Fields Pianos, level P2); free parking; reserv, 310-471-3979. Schedules include a 2 hour dinner break -- many great restaurants within 2 blocks. See 2 pm listing for complete details.
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Sun, Aug 16, third Sun, every month:
8 pm “VARIETY NIGHT,” with a guest recording artist, at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; 310-398-2583; www.boulevardmusic.com. Performance by the guest artist, plus the pre-registered open mic-ers. Signups each month begin two Sundays ahead, at 1 pm, and continue until showtime unless all 8 slots are filled in advance. The night always includes a drawing for 2 hrs free studio time at Sunburst Recording for a lucky open mic-er. Performers may purchase a live recording of their stage performance for $8. Website has directions to venue and nearby recommended eateries. $4.
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Sun, Aug 16:
8 pm “FOREVER FLAMENCO!” series continues every first, third and occasional fifth Sunday of the month in 2009, at The Fountain Theatre, 5060 Fountain Av (at Normandie), L.A. 90029; 323-663-1525; www.FountainTheatre.com. With only 80 seats in four rows, The Fountain Theatre is the perfect place to view Flamenco. Each show features a roster of world-class Flamenco dancers, singers and musicians drawn from the rich pool of Flamenco artists in Southern Cal, with additional guest artists brought from San Francisco, Albuquerque and Spain.
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Sun, Aug 16, every Sun:
9 pm “RUSTY SUNDAYS” weekly showcase of “L.A.’s best up-and-coming rock, country, blues and folk music acts, on the Wild-West side” at Rusty’s Surf Ranch, 256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica 90401. Musical hosts are MATT OWENS & THE GOLDEN WEST, plus another act or two. $3 cover.
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Mon, Aug 17; Sat-Fri, Aug 15-21:
7:30 pm “DOWNTOWN FILM FESTIVAL” presents “MUSIC DOCS AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM,” a series of music film programs in which you can meet the filmmakers and the artists, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Daily, through Aug 30, in Laguna Beach:
10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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Mon, Aug 17, every Mon, on web radio:
Noon-12:30 pm “GUNSLINGER RADIO SHOW” with host Cowboy Hud and performing guests on web radio KSGV, Glendora, at http://ksgvradio.com.
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Mon, Aug 17, every week; on radio & web simulcast:
1-4 pm “BUFFALO BAYOU” radio show hosted by Jake Bacon on KUCI, simulcast at http://www.kuci.org. Sometimes with live performances. It’s “a swamp pop, Cajun, Zydeco, and all things bayou sonic gumbo laced with international flavorings and a wild attitude, cooked up, and served live to the world on the web and on itunes, and at 88.9 FM in Irvine since 2003. In addition to the KUCI webstream, the show is live on myspace at www.myspace.com/jakebacon889.
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Mon, Aug 17, every week:
2-4 pm “HEAR, HERE” at the Lost Souls Café, 124 E 4th St (down the gated alley), downtown L.A.; 213-617-7006; www.lostsouls.com. A weekly live benefit event of “whatever” kind of music, by and for www.killradio.org, which has daily internet radio and live webcasts on Fridays, Noon-2 pm. The “Kill Radio” webcast is a submission show; send them your CDs or mp3s for “guaranteed” airplay. All the info for that is at www.myspace.com/hear_here.
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Mon, Aug 17, every Mon, on the web:
3:59-5:15 pm (Pacific time) “WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR” live simulcast from Lexington, Kentucky. Those near Lexington are invited to attend the show live; the rest of us can watch and listen live on the web, or download the podcast later, at www.woodsongs.com. The host is folksinger MICHAEL JOHNATHON, and both he and many of his guests have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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Michael’s “WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour” is a multi-media celebration of grassroots Americana music, heard worldwide in radio syndication (except in L.A.) and seen and heard on the web. Every Monday evening, Michael and his guests perform folk and bluegrass, and the show explores songwriting, new artists, literature, worldwide radio, television and concerts. WoodSongs is the world first multi-camera, weekly series broadcast on the Internet. Online viewers worldwide can watch the behind-the-scenes production heard by over 900,000 radio listeners on over 491 radio stations each week. Here’s the weekly schedule, adjusted to Pacific time: 4 pm - watch the 60 minute show live as it happens; 5:03 pm - join the audience as they record the promo for the just-completed show; 5:05 pm - enjoy the guest artist's encore performances, not heard on the radio broadcast.
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Mon, Aug 17, every Mon:
6-10 pm MARC BOSSERMAN plays his residency at Parkway Grill, 510 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena 91105; reserv recommended, 626-795-1001 (or hang out at the bar). He delivers fine piano and vocals, and he composed a film score for a movie due out soon. Info, www.marcbosserman.com.
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Mon, Aug 17, recurring, on web radio:
6 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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7 pm free “J.A.M. SESSIONS” series continues at the Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org; box dinner orders 310-652-3797. Grounds open two hours early for picnics, so pack your basket and a bottle of vino and head for the Ford. A variety of events and activities happen through the summer in this series. It is NOT what musicians would recognize as a “jam session.” It’s a structured program. Check the Ford’s site to see what happens tonight. This series is free, but you should reserve a spot by calling the Ford at 323-461-3673.
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Mon, Aug 17, every week:
“PRO BLUES JAM” at Cozy's Bar & Grill, 14058 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks; 818-986-6000 www.cozysblues.com. Check with venue for tonight’s start time.
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“ALL STAR PRO JAM” (blues, R&B, jazz, soul, etc.) every Monday at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676. Check with venue for tonight’s start time.
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7:30 pm OPEN MIC at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; Web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. This is named as the “Best Acoustic Open Mic” in L.A. AND the “Best Web Simulcast,” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. Kulak’s provides all necessary connections for acoustic stage, plus a baby grand piano. Hosted by LISA TURNER. Sign-ups 7-7:15 pm, show at 7:30 pm. Performers may choose (in advance) to purchase a multi-camera DVD of their performance. One (max length 3-4 minute) song per performer. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/openmic.shtml. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Mon, Aug 17:
8 pm LARRY WILDER & NOLAN BRONSON: THE AMERICANA DUO at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info, www.coffeegallery.com. National Yodeling Champ Larry Wilder has opened for Willie Nelson, Pete Seeger and Bonnie Raitt, and many others. These two pards bring to life the spirit of Americana music and, they tell us, “engage all ages.” Sing along on timeless songs of Appalachia, bluegrass, cowboy, to urban folk, and beyond. Sparkling vocals are punctuated by fiery instrumentals on guitars, banjo, and autoharp. Share in the great acoustic traditions and song stories from “Americana Music--the Heart of the People.” Tix, $15.
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Mon, Aug 17, every week:
8 pm “BLUE MONDAYS” brings NEW ORLEANS WEST and featured blues performers to Club Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, L.A. 90016; www.faisdodo.com; 323-215-5212; (Adams & Cloverdale; exit La Brea S from 10 Fwy). Free red beans & rice with BBQ chicken.
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8 pm “KILLING CASSANOVA'S SALOON MONDAYS” series at The Bordello, 901 E First St, L.A 90012; www.bordellobar.com; 213-687-3766. Event info, scheduled performers, www.myspace.com/saloonmonday. Always a lineup of alt-country and roots bands, often with names you recognize and already know you want to go see. The Bordello is the oldest bar and brothel in downtown Los Angeles, reflecting its legendary status as the theater of the unusual and provocative, and it is now the venue for “Killing Cassanova’s Saloon Mondays.” $3 cover.
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Mon, Aug 17, every week:
8 pm “ACOUSTIC MONDAYS” in-the-round showcase, guided by singer-songwriter JAY NASH, with different guest artists each week, at Room 5, 143 N LaBrea Av (2nd floor, above Amalfi Ristorante), L.A. 90036; 323-938-2504. Upscale, cozy atmosphere with affordable food. Full bar and menu.
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Mon, Aug 17, every week:
8 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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ON HIATUS: 8-11 pm blues legend BERNIE PEARL has long hosted the weekly BLUES JAM at M'Dear's, 78th & Western, L.A. But, the series is on hiatus because the venue is remodeling. We’ll let you know when it returns. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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Mon, Aug 17, every Mon:
8:30 pm “TALENT NIGHT” hosted by CHAD WATSON BAND at the Cowboy Palace Saloon (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Cash prizes, and some winners have gone on to perform on the Grand Ole Opry. Free dance lessons 7-8:30 pm, "Two-Step with Ed." No cover.
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8:30 pm OPEN MIC at the Rainbow Bar and Grill, 9015 W Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 310-278-4232. Sign-ups at 8, show at 8:30 pm.
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8:30 pm OPEN-MIC hosted by Gordon Gilges at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). The venue tells us, ”There's a piano & guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you. Bring your music, your own instruments, your friends!” Sign-ups are at 8 pm. Comedy is now from 7:30-8:30 pm, with those sign-ups at 7:30 pm. They add, “We are trying to create a community of artists who support each other, so participants are encouraged to come early and stay as long as you can to show the love to your fellow open-mic-ers. You may even get to go up a second time. The night may even turn into a big music jam, so be prepared for anything! There's a piano and guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you.”
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Mon, Aug 17, every week:
9-11:30 pm "IRISH MUSIC SESSION" weekly at Celtic Arts Center’s new shared location, Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com. Schedule every week is Irish language workshop at 7 pm, followed by the Irish céilí dance workshop at 8 pm, then comes Southern California's longest running traditional Celtic music seisiún, from 9-11:30 pm. Free.
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9:30 pm “JJ SONG SALON” weekly singer-songwriter night at Life on Wilshire, 6311 Wilshire Bl, L.A. 90048; 323-651-5433; www.lifeonwilshire.com. Grammy award winning producer JOHN JONES (Fleetwood Mac, Duran Duran, Celine Dion) is the “JJ” who assembles an eclectic mix of performers for an evening of live acoustic entertainment. Complete list, with links, for this week’s performers at www.jjsongsalon.com. Each plays a short set, beginning at 9:30 pm. Dinner seating available starting at 6:30 pm.
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9:30 pm Weekly “SINGER SONGWRITER EVENING” hosted by PRESTON SMITH (Preston Smith & the Crocodiles) at Lucy's 51, 10149 Riverside Dr (just E of Cahuenga, at Forman), Toulca Lake. "Preston is a singing, guitar and harmonica playing virtuoso of blues and jazz, which makes him a great fit. His stuff is upbeat, intelligent and classy, He's known for his widespread appeal to a variety of audiences and some say his music knows no boundaries. While Smith's songwriting skills have received a big thumbs up from critics all over the map, his live gigs are legendary." - John Sollenberger, The Pasadena Weekly.
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Mon, Aug 17, every week:
10:30 pm “BLUES JAM” with MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Babe's and Ricky's Inn, 4339 Leimert Bl, L.A.; 323-295-9112; www.bluesbar.com.. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Monday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Event info, Info, info@bluesbar.com. No cover.
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Tuesday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick is ELVIS COSTELLO & THE SUGARCANES with special guest LUCINDA WILLIAMS, at the Greek Theatre at 7:30 pm.
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Tue, Aug 18; Sat-Fri, Aug 15-21:
7:30 pm “DOWNTOWN FILM FESTIVAL” presents “MUSIC DOCS AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM,” a series of music film programs in which you can meet the filmmakers and the artists, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Daily, through Aug 30, in Laguna Beach:
10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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Tue-Thu, Aug 18-20, 2009; in Northern Cal:
LAURIE LEWIS & TOM ROZUM lead a musical “RIVER RAFT TRIP” on the beautiful Tuolumne River; contact ARTA at 800-323-2782 for information and to sign up. Laurie says, “Please join us for three days of rafting, swimming, music, food, laughter, music, canyon wrens, kingfishers, buttonwillows, companionship and music.”
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Tue, Aug 18, every week; in Loma Linda:
9-11:30 am “LOMA LINDA UKULELE STRUMMERS” welcomes all, every Tuesday at the Loma Linda Senior Center, 25541 Barton Rd (behind the Civic Center), Loma Linda. (Sr Center at the far end of the parking lot.) Info, www.lomalindaukestrummers.org. Contact, Ginny Stone, 909 795 3841 or harryginny@hotmail.com.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week:
4:30-6 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113. Learn to play Jarana, a string Instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose Sones-songs; gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music; work sound & lights. Open to adults, children and teens. No cover, donations are accepted.
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6-7 pm ALAN CHAPMAN & KAREN BENJAMIN bring “The American Songbook” to the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at Memorial Park Bandshell (aka Levitt Pavilion), 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103, Info, contact Cynthia Rosedale, 626-685-6724 or 626-795-4331. This show is not listed in the Levitt Pavilion series, because the Tuesday summer series is separate, hosted by the neighboring Pasadena Senior Center as an all-ages show, in its 25th year. Schedule at www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org/seasonal2.pdf. Free.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week:
6-9 pm “BBQ TUESDAY” with live original acoustic music at Mary's Market & Canyon Café, in Sierra Madre Canyon, 561 Woodland Av, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4534. Not an open mic; acts are booked in advance. Cozy venue, yummy food!
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Tue, Aug 18, every week:
6 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS JAM at Curley’s Café, 1999 E Willow (at Cherry), Signal Hill; 562-424-0018.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week:
6-8 pm ARANA MUSIC LESSONS at IMIX Bookstore, 5052 Eagle Rock Bl, Eagle Rock; 323-257-2512; www.imixbooks.com. For beginners to experts music lessons focusing on the arana and Son Jarocho, presented by Caesar Castro, El Jarochelo.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week; in Menifee:
6-8:30 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & RON DAIGH, folk fest faves, at Giovanni's, Pizza, Pasta & More, 26900 Newport Rd #112, Menifee 92584; 951-672-8080. Info, www.sandiicastleberry.com.
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Tue, Aug 18, every Tue:
6:30-11 pm “SOUP JAM,” Don Rowan’s country & bluegrass jam, at 3240 Industry Dr, Signal Hill 90755. Info, contact Don, 562-883-0573. Acoustic instruments only, floating mic for voice; soup, donuts, coffee & tap water served. Loc is 1 mile S of 405 Fwy, 1.2 mi S of Long Beach Airport. Lakewood Bl South exit from 405, immediate right onto Willow for 1 mi (W), left on Redondo for 3/4 mile (S), right onto Industry Dr for 0.2 mi (W), building is first entrance for last building on the left; a fair-sized industrial building with high ceilings.
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Tue, Aug 18, every Tue through Aug:
7-9 pm JOHN DAVERSA BIG BAND plays this year’s “WINE, JAZZ & MOONLIGHT” sixth annual summer series tonight at the Hollywood & Highland Center. Enjoy free concerts by some of the country's top jazz performers on summer Tuesday evenings in the central courtyard of Hollywood and Highland Center. The event is FREE to the public. There is an optional wine tasting donation ($10 for two glasses of wine and crackers to enjoy during the performance) with wine provided by Wente Vineyards to benefit Project Angel Food. Come early, and grab some dinner at one of the local restaurants.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week:
7-10 pm OPEN MIC - Music, Comedy, Spoken Word, at Synergy Café Lounge, 4437 Sepulveda Bl (just S of Culver Bl), Culver City; www.synergycafelounge.com; 310-482-3490. An eclectic open mic night. Bring your instruments, poetry, comedy, and anything else you'd like to share during your 8-10 minute set. Great atmosphere, excellent opportunity to see and meet other performers. No cover, food / drink purchase expected. Info, contact MC Jackie, jackielievense@yahoo.com.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week; in the Inland Empire:
7 pm “LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY OPEN JAM” at Loma Linda University College Market Patio Pantry, 24905 Anderson St, (at Mound & Anderson St, near US Post Office, behind other buildings), Loma Linda. Every Tue in 2009.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week, in Palmdale:
7 pm “TUESDAY JAVA JAM” ACOUSTIC NIGHT at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St.West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530. Butler's owners, Pam & David Logan, are long-time lovers and supporters of acoustic music. Indeed, Pam is an accomplished musician and a member of the BROWNE SISTERS, Celtic festival favorites who earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” The venue serves food and drink, featuring fresh-roasted coffee, in a rich, comfortable setting. Butler's music guy, Kevin Burton Smith, has had great success in attracting excellent acoustic music to Butler's.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week; in Tehachapi:
7-10 pm “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.mamahillybeans.com. They welcome "All unplugged acoustic players." Venue has great ambience, food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." No cover.
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Tue, Aug 18, third Tue, every month:
7:30 pm SECOND WIND BLUEGRASS BAND are this month’s performing artists at the monthly “BLUEGRASS AT THE BRAEMAR,” BASC (Bluegrass Assoc of Southern Cal) show at Braemar Country Club, 4001 Reseda Bl, Tarzana 91356. (Take 101 Fwy to Reseda Bl, exit S, go 2 1/2 miles up the hill to the entrance on the right.) Show is free; dinner is an optional pasta buffet, complete with soup, dinner salad (you can add chicken breast), rolls, butter, coffee, tea and dessert, $14 (tax and tip included). Buffet served beginning at 6:30 pm. Bar service available. Ample seating, safe, secure free parking. Info: contact Joy Felt, Bluegrass Association of Southern California, at 818-705-8870 or bascinfo@socalbluegrass.org.
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Tue, Aug 18; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm ELVIS COSTELLO & THE SUGARCANES with special guest LUCINDA WILLIAMS, at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; http://greektheatrela.com. Tix, $32.50/$42.50/$57.50/$67.50.
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Tue, Aug 18, third (and first) Tue, every month:
“BACK PORCH AT THE UNURBAN” hosted by swamp grass band KILLING CASSANOVA, on the back porch at the Unurban Coffee House, 3301 Pico Bl (at 33rd), Santa Monica. The back porch is “a night of acoustic singer-songwriters, folk and freak folkers” sharing the stage with Killing Cassanova. The Unurban is a free thinking, all ages, speakeasy-style coffee house, with food for vegeterians and deli lovers alike, and the usual coffeehouse fare. The hosts add, “Please contact us if you're interested in sharing the stage with Killing Cassanova,” through www.myspace.com/killingcassanova or www.myspace.com/backporchattheunurban.
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Tue, Aug 18, 3rd (& 1st) Tue, every month:
7:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at Viento y Agua Coffeehouse, 4007 E 4th St, Long Beach 90814.
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7:30 pm Weekly OPEN MIC at Cahuenga General Store (aka Hallenbecks), 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood 91601; www.MySpace.com/CahuengaGeneralStore; 818-985-5916. Venue offers sandwiches, coffeehouse fare. No cover.
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Tue, Aug 18:
8 pm SURFIN’ SAFARI returns again to the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. Venue impresario loves thes guys. He calls them, “A faithful recreation of what it would have been like to see The Beach Boys live, in concert, in their prime. This 5 member line up is unrivaled in their sound, presentation, and professionalism. There are no backing tracks or extra musicians playing off-stage! SURFIN' SAFARI is as close as you will ever get to seeing the original 5-member line up of the Beach Boys. The incomparable beauty of their vocal harmonies, the crashing back beat of Dennis Wilson's drums, the soaring surf guitar of Carl Wilson, and the genius of Brian Wilson's music is all here. The uniband choreography, the Fender guitar line up, the famous custom striped shirts, right down to the black suede Beach Boy boots, it's all here. SURFIN' SAFARI provides you with a great show, a great time, and fun, fun, fun till our Daddy takes the T-Bird away!” $18.
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8 pm “VENICE SONGFEST” with PAUL McCARTY, PI JACOBS, DENISE VASQUEZ, & performing host ALLAN COMEAU, at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net; 310-450-6052. The Venice SongFest is a musical forum for singer-songwriters, an all-ages, no-cover event where artists and their fans can enjoy an evening of eclectic music; and purely for the enjoyment of all music lovers. The shows are no cover.
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Paul McCarty and his band, Wicked Saints, with Chad Watson and John Gannon will open the show, followed by Pi Jacobs, fresh from the fall release of her “Fire Horse Girl” CD, and of whom Singer Magazine writes, “her voice is flexible and flawless.” “Her lyrics,” it is said, “get under your skin and touch your heart.”
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Music Connection writes that singer-songwriter Denise Vasquez has “finally taken it over the top, her songs now have a rockin’ mainstream commercial appeal. Though intimate in nature, her material has become larger than life...you'd think she was the love child of Aaron Neville and Jewel..."
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In the final headline spot, artist-in-residence and Inland Empire Music Award Nominee Allan Comeau, accompanied by Johnny Szmyd, will play songs from his critically acclaimed 2007 release, “Life Is in Session,” and his recent CD, “War & Peace; Sin & Salvation.”
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8 pm LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC plays its “TUESDAY CLASSICS” summer series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Tonight, joining BRAMWELL TOVEY, conductor, is JAMES EHNES, violin, in a program of BERNSTEIN, Overture to Candide; BARBER, Violin Concerto; BARBER, Vanessa: Intermezzo; BERNSTEIN, On the Waterfront.
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8-9:30 pm “TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC CLUB” weekly series with KACEE and MICHAEL DOMAN, with different musical guests each week, at Molly Malone's, 575 S Fairfax Av, L.A. 90036; 323-935-1577; www.mollymalonesla.com. Began Jul 8, 2008. Michael says, “Tuesdays just got a whole lot better.”
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8 pm OPEN MIC at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank; www.vivacantina.com; 818-515-4444.
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8 pm OPEN MIC at Sierra Cup, 409 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-301-4214; www.sierracup.com. Sign-ups at 7:30 pm.
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Tue, Aug 18, every week; in Laguna Beach:
8 pm weekly “SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” features guest artists and BETH FITCHET WOOD, who plays the opening set each week, at the The Marine Room Tavern, 214 Ocean Av, Laguna Beach; 949-494-3027.
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Tue, Aug 18; on web radio:
8-10 pm ”LIVE FROM THE DOUBLEWIDE,” talk & music with DJ / musician TERESA TUDURY and tonight’s performing guest CAREN ARMSTRONG, on KOWS 107.3 FM, Occidental CA. Caren says, “Teresa is a hoot and a half! Who knows what subjects will be breached? I’ll be playing live and of course we’ll spin few.”
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Tue, Aug 18, every Tue:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free swing dance lessons with Ed, 7-8:30 pm. No cover.
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9 pm-12:30 am “BLUES ROCK JAM” night at Music Club Shadow, 351 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90048; www.mogul.am; reservations, 323-428-8471. Open for dinner at 7 pm; those not there by 9 pm lose priority seating. Venue has a capacity of 250, with ample free parking (wonderful news in this part of town!) and full dinner menu including exotic Russian cuisine and lighter fare, and full bar. Big patio for those still afflicted with smoking. Their goal is to present “great, energizing live music, local artists and bands as well as international acts.” They note, “As can be seen from the 2009 Grammy Awards, half the winners were indie artists. Club Shadow supports this trend.”
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Monday - Singer-Songwriter "Create" night, 8 pm-12:30 am
Tuesday - “Pro-Jam, Tribute/Cover Bands night,” 9 pm-12:30 am
Wednesday - “Platinum Divas Live!” night, 8 pm-12:30 am
Thursday - “Blues, Blues/Rock, Funk night,” 8 pm-12:30 am
Sunday - “Pop, Rock, Indie Rock, World Music” night, 8 pm-11:30 am
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Wednesday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick is DAVID SERBY & ED TREE, THE PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., & ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, at El Cid in Silverlake at 8:15 pm.
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Wed, Aug 19; Sat-Fri, Aug 15-21:
7:30 pm “DOWNTOWN FILM FESTIVAL” presents “MUSIC DOCS AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM,” a series of music film programs in which you can meet the filmmakers and the artists, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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Wed, Aug 19, 3rd (and 1st) Wed, every month:
10:30 am “STORYTIME FUNLAND” for kids at Stories, 1716 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-3733. It’s an interactive story and music hour with Daniel, Hayley & Mindy. Venue is in the July ’09 ish of Sunset magazine (p.22). Enjoy the back patio with an iced Americano, peppermint green iced tea, freshly-baked root beer flavored cookie, or an assortment of popsicles, ice cream bars and other frozen treats.
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11:45 am-1:15 pm FRANCISCO AGUABELLA & HIS LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE play Latin jazz for the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at Torino Plaza, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Dr, Torrance 90503; info, contact John Powers, 310-486-2547.
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12:30 pm “YUCAIPA UKERS,” THE YUCAIPA UKULELE GANG, an ‘off-shoot’ of the Loma Linda Ukulele Strummers (LLUS), meets every Wed (recently changed; was 10:30 am). Info, loc, www.lomalindaukestrummers.org.
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3-7 pm “ROOTS MUSIC JAM SESSION” with TOM SAUBER at the Sierra Madre Farmers' Market, in the parking lot behind the shops on the south side of Sierra Madre Blvd., just west of Baldwin Av, in Sierra Madre. Take Baldwin Av exit N from 210 Fwy. Turn W off Baldwin onto Mariposa and you'll see the tents. Tom tells us, “It won't take the place of Frank & Joe’s [the long-gone Wed night jam] and I know it's not convenient for most, but it's something as long as the weather's nice.” Info, masaw48@earthlink.net
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4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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5-8 pm New “CLAREMONT WEDNESDAY GREEN MARKET” features acoustic music inside and outside the Packing House in the new West Claremont Center, 532 W First St, Claremont 91711; www.claremontpackinghouse.com/home.htm. RON ELY plays authentic and original songs of the sea and more at Bonita & Yale Av. More at www.myspace.com/ronely. Ron tells us, “It's all about ‘going GREEN,’ and should be promoted and supported. They’ve expanded with a Farmer's Market each Wednesday evening, outside this same venue, The Packing House, a fully rehabilitated old building, a real packing house, Historical Landmark. It's put-on by the non-profit ‘Claremont Forum,’ (www.claremontforum.org) that sponsors the "Prison Library Project," sending books to those incarcerated.”
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
7-10 pm weekly OPEN MIC at the Talking Stick, (new location), 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. Alternating hosts TOM & BYRON or ELLEN. Sign-ups at 6:45 pm. Venue has coffeehouse fare and good sandwiches. All ages, no cover.
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7-9 pm “JILL SHARPE PRO-BLUES JAM” local blues favorite Jill Sharpe jams with her band at Sacred Grounds, 468 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731. More at www.myspace.com/jillsharpe. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
7-10 pm (started Jan 7) “KULAK'S WEDNESDAY NIGHT SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info and live webcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. Marc Platt wrote, for Music Connection, “Your Wednesday Nights will never be the same after participating in this Group Workshop. The weekly cost is $20, which goes to Kulak’s to help pay the rent. The Workshop… is open to the public for the first four weeks. We will then set our 12-person group writing roster until the end of March. The workshop will be limited to 12 writers. We will break up into groups and work on many styles, genres and topics. You will find it challenging and exhilarating. You can bring instruments and will need to have your own small recording device, as well as a pen and notepad. Marc Platt (from the Sunday Night Performance Workshop) will facilitate with help from Steve Schalchlin. Marc has written music for TV Shows like ‘Queer Eye For The Straight Guy’ and others for many years. Steve Schalchlin ran similar workshops for the NAS (National Academy of Songwriters) in the 1990s and is a very accomplished songwriter. His ‘New World Waking’ show is currently running in San Francisco. If you are interested, please email Marc Platt at rotn60@aol.com.”
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed, in Tehachapi:
7-10 pm OPEN MIC at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.mamahillybeans.com. They welcome "musicians, poets, writers, thinkers, and audiences." Venue has great ambience, food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." No cover.
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7:30-9:30 pm twice-monthly “COWBOY WESTERN JAM” at El Trocadero, 24274 Main St (at Market), Newhall 91321; 661-284-6615; www.eltrocaderosteakhouse.com. (Many maps show the street name as San Fernando Rd; the part where the venue is located was renamed Main St in 2007.) Event moved to this venue in Sep, 2008. This is the event that was held at Rattlesnake Slim’s until that venue had a fire, and before that, it was held for years at Vincenzo’s Pizza. All pickers invited. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 19, 3rd Wed, every month:
7:30-10 pm monthly “SONGWRITER'S NETWORK SHOWCASE” with about 15 performing songwriters, at The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001. Songnet’s monthly showcase brings an assortment of accomplished artists trying-out new songs, talented up-and-comers, and others. It provides performing songwriters and other musicians an opportunity to perform their originals on a professional stage, for songwriting peers, in a supportive atmosphere. Info on attending or performing and on the organization, at www.thesongnet.org. Pre-register to perform, or arrive before 7:30 pm for any spots that may remain. Coffeehouse fare available. Free entry, $5 suggested donation.
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Wed, Aug 19:
7:30 pm JAVIER GARCIA at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. This Cuban/Irish guitarist and songwriter is a different kind of Latin pop-rock star. Refreshingly complex and vibrant, the modern tone and pop-rock hooks of his sizzling Miami pop are rooted in timeless rhythms of the Caribbean. More at www.javiergarcia.net and www.myspace.com/javiergarciamusic. You can avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
7:30-10 pm “SOUTH BAY BEAT SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with performing hosts JODI SIEGEL & ALFRED JOHNSON and different guests each week, at Club 705, in the Ardmore Restaurant, 705 Pier Av (near crnr of PCH), Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-9705; www.club705.com; series info, www.myspace.com/southbaybeat. Free parking, food reported to be very good, all ages venue, no cover.
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7:30-10:30 pm “SINGER-SONGWRITER NIGHT” with STRUFF & TERRY, and Musical Guests at Tango D'Amore, 19524 Nordhoff St #3, Northridge 91324; shared parking with Guitar Center; 818-727-7399; www.tangodamore.com. Lineup always includes hosts Struff & Terry (www.struffandterry.com) and others, sometimes unknown, sometimes rather well-known.
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Tonight, it’s DANNY PECK, L.A. soulful, folk-rock, acoustic, Americana troubadour, whose new CD is “Blind Curve;” Danny has worked with DESMOND CHILD and DAVID FOSTER.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
7:30-10 pm OPEN MIC at Guitar Merchant, 7503 Topanga Cyn Bl, Canoga Park 91303; 818-884-5905. Every Wednesday, hosted by Melinda Gibson. 7 pm sign-ups. Get your set recorded on CD for $10 (optional). Snacks and drinks available. No cover, tip jar for artists.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed, in Simi Valley:
7:30-11:30 pm SONGMAKERS “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” jam session in Simi Valley; for location, contact M. Gregory, info@songmakers.org or 805-579-6416. More at www.songmakers.org/hoots/simi_valley_hoot.htm.
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MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Wednesday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. $3-7 cover. Start time varies; call venue.
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Wed, Aug 19:
8-11 pm SONG SIRENS return with guest RICO BELL (of the MEKONS), for their monthly residency at Cafe 322, 322 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; www.cafe322.com. Siren BLISS BOWEN tells us, “SONG SIRENS are back! Kristin's back from Europe, Nicole's home from Mexico, Gia's married and Claire's returned from her family vacay in the Carolinas so it will be a full-force Sirens show when we all — GIA CIAMBOTTI, NICOLE GORDON, CLAIRE HOLLEY, KRISTIN MOONEY, BLISS BOWEN & CARL BYRON — return to Cafe 322 with special guest RICO BELL of the Mekons. Fun times! This will mark six months since we started our residency at Cafe 322. We're really grateful for the support you've given us, and look forward to seeing you soon.” More at www.myspace.com/songsirens. Comfy vibe, great food, free parking, free admission.
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Wed, Aug 19, 3rd Wed every month:
8 pm THE BROMBIES bring bluegrass to Viva Fresh Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank (next to L.A. Equestrian Center); 818-845-2425. They have a residency there, the first, third (and occasional fifth) Wed of every month.
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8 pm PATTI LaBELLE plus MIKE FARRIS & THE ROSELAND RHYTHM REVUE play the “JAZZ AT THE BOWL” summer series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
8 pm “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” SERIES at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks; 818-789-1985. One recent lineup included Heather Waters & Duane Jarvis and Micheal Ann & Alexandra Bustamante. Manda has played the series, as well. Hosted by singer-songwriter DONOVAN LYMAN (Blue Meridian) performing a song or two between each act. Dinner served all evening; plenty of private tables. All ages, free parking, no cover.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
8-10 pm “DALE LaDUKE'S SHOWCASE & OPEN MIC NIGHT” with this week’s guest artist, at Arnie's Café, 6864 Foothill Bl, Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089. This replaces Dale LaDuke’s previous series here, that ran the 1st & 3rd Monday of every month; it’s now every Wednesday night, starting in August. New format is an Open Mic from 8-9 pm, with signups at 7:30 pm, first come, first serve. Each Open Mic performer gets a sheet of paper to write-down and rate every performer except him/her self. At the end of the Open Mic, the top-rated Open Mic’er participates in a song circle with dale LaDuke and a guest artist. Venue offers tasty Italian food, and you can bring your own wine, with no corkage fee. No cover, artists perform for tips.
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8 pm “WHISKEY DICK WEDNESDAYS” at Fubar, 7994 Santa Monica Bl (1 blk E of Crescent Hgts), West Hollywood. This is a roots / honky-tonk night, and talented artists like MICHAEL ANN play this series, which offers 5 cent beer and 10 cent shots of whiskey and other booze, “where the west is still very wild. Say howdy to the craziest party there could ever be,” their promo says. Other nights there are anything but Americana music, and do not offer such incredibly cheap liquor. Fubar is a well known gay bar. Info from whiskeydckfubar@aol.com. No cover.
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8 pm OPEN MIC at The Talking Stick, 1630 Ocean Park Bl, Santa Monica; www.thetalkingstick.net.
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8 pm OPEN MIC at The Pig 'n Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.pignwhistle.com. Sign-ups at 7:30, show at 8 pm.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
8 pm OPEN JAZZ JAM at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. Beautiful venue, serves food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy.
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Wed, Aug 19; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8:15 pm DAVID SERBY & ED TREE, THE PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., & ZACHARIAH & THE LOBOS RIDERS, at El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, Silverlake; 323-668-0318. Schedule: David Serby & Ed Tree at 8:15; The Psychedelic Cowboys at 9 pm; I See Hawks In L.A. at 10 pm; Zachariah & The Lobos Riders at 11. Wanna hear the spectrum of L.A.’s best alt-country? This is your show.
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Wed, Aug 19:
8:15 pm DARIN BENNETT at the Air Conditioned Supper Club, 625 Lincoln Bl (3 blks S of Rose Av), Venice 90291; 310-230-5343; www.airconditionedlounge.com; venue has full bar, is 21+. Darin says, “Stop by for some tripped out, swamped up, Soul-stirred and Delta-fied tales of the dead & gone and down & out (with something for the romantic, as well).” More at www.myspace.com/darinbennett. Rescheduled from Wed, Jul 15. $10 cover.
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8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Kathy, 7-8:30 pm. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
8:30 pm-midnight “JAZZ JAM SESSION” at The Smokehouse Restaurant, 4420 W Lakeside Dr (at Barham), Burbank 91505; www.smokehouse1946.com; 818-845-3731. New home for the long-running weekly series formerly at the Sportsman’s Lodge; hosted by CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA, President of the California Pop & Jazz Council (www.capopandjazzcouncil.org). Event info, www.cathysegalgarcia.com. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 19, every Wed:
9 pm-midnight “PRO BLUES JAM SESSION” hosted by 21st CENTURY BLUES band, at the Azteca Restaurant and Bar, 717 S San Gabriel Bl, San Gabriel 91776; 626-287-4645. (New Mar 11, 2009.)
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Thursday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick is this week’s installment of the 15th annual “Culver City Summer Concert Series” with a double-bill of CEDRIC WATSON and BIJOU CREOLE at Culver City City Hall, 7-9 pm.
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Thu, Aug 20; Sat-Fri, Aug 15-21:
7:30 pm “DOWNTOWN FILM FESTIVAL” presents “MUSIC DOCS AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM,” a series of music film programs in which you can meet the filmmakers and the artists, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Thu-Sun, Aug 20-23; in Big Bear:
Annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” at the Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; info, www.bigbearcowboygathering.net/schedule.php.
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Daily, through Aug 30, in Laguna Beach:
10 am-10 pm 43rd annual “LAGUNA BEACH SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL” daily, with live music on three stages, plus roving entertainment, at 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. This reliably includes first-rate acoustic acts, many of whom have performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Specific day’s lineups for each stage are on the festival website. Over 200 artists exhibit their work on a beautiful and permanent site. Plenty of food vendors. Festival organization is nonprofit. Summer season pass is $15, annual pass (includes winter festival) is $20. One-day festival admission is $7.50 adults, $6 srs, $3 children age 6-12 (children under age 5 are free).
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“2009 INDIEGRRL WOMEN IN THE ARTS CONFERENCE” in Nashville, TN, with workshops, panels, exhibit hall, showcases, networking and much more. You can become a member of “Indiegrrl Women in the Arts” (guys are welcome, provided they support women in the arts) with your yearly $30 membership that helps keep the organization growing. Details at http://indiegrrl.com/join.html.
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Thu, Aug 20, every Thu:
11 am-2 pm “VAN NUYS FARMER'S MARKET” with live music performances, in the Van Nuys Civic Center behind the Los Angeles City Hall annex building and in front of the City Library, 14410 Sylvan St, Van Nuys 91401.
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Noon-2 pm ERIC & JUDD play the “Lunchtime Concert Series” at Pershing Square, 532 S Olive St, downtown L.A. 90013; www.laparks.org. Imagine the Allman Brothers and Mozart playing an acoustic set together...no effects, just brothers setting an original mood of melody and complex guitar work. These guys have played the Rose Bowl and the Orange County Fair. More at www.myspace.com/ericjudd. . Save parking hassles and ride the Red Line light rail (subway) to Pershing Square Station. Concert is free.
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Thu, Aug 20, Wed & Thu, every week; near Santa Barbara:
4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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4:30-5:30 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113.
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11:30 am LINDA GELERIS plays the 43rd annual “Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival,” 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; www.sawdustartfestival.org. She has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and her original songs have been used in motion pictures and TV. Festival features the fine art and crafts of over 200 Laguna Beach artists, plus plenty of music of multiple stages, every day. Admission, $7.50 adult.
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Thu, Aug 20, every Thu: in Santa Barbara:
5:30-7:30 pm THE SALT MARTIANS play bluegrass for Happy Hour at the Tupelo Junction Cafe, 1218 State St, Santa Barbara; 805-899-3900 for dinner reserv. The band is TIM MULLINS, KEN GASTON, AARON DOUGLAS and often MIKE MULLINS. Artists’ info, www.saltmartians.com. Full bar & food. No cover.
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6-9 pm “BLUEGRASS JAM IN THE OC” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708; 714-965-1125. It’s described as “Open Mics and Jams,” and as an “open bluegrass jam, all pickers welcome, all grinners welcome!” Event info, Shelah Spiegel, 714-962-5083 or ifiddler@yahoo.com. Free.
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Thu, Aug 20, recurring; in Idyllwild:
6-9 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & KEVIN HAMBY at Café Aroma, 54750 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild; 951-659-5212. Acoustic blues, bluegrass, swing, folk, more; Sandii Castleberry with guitar, vocals, harmonica; Kevin Hamby on bass, vocals.
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Thu, Aug 20; on web radio:
TIA McGRAFF, splendid singer-songwriter from Canada, live on “HIGH PLAINS PUBLIC RADIO HOUSE CONCERT,” from the NPR station in Amarillo,TX, at music@hppr.org (check site for show time). In addition, Tia is doing an AM radio interview in Amarillo before the show.
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6:30-8:30 pm BUDDY ZAPATA at Buster's Coffee & Ice Cream Shop, 1006 Mission, South Pasadena; 626-441-0744. He’s performed live, multiple times, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” with PETER CASE (Plimsouls), solo, and in an all-pro “Blues Song Circle.” Buddy tells us he’s trying-out new material for an upcoming CD, and the little venue with the great ice cream (and good sandwiches) is the beneficiary. No cover, tips to the artist are welcome.
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Thu, Aug 20; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7-9 pm 15th annual weekly “CULVER CITY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” continues tonight with is a double-bill with CEDRIC WATSON and BIJOU CREOLE for a celebration of Louisiana, Cajun, Creole, and zydeco, at Culver City City Hall courtyard, 9770 Culver Bl (at Duquesne Av), Downtown Culver City; 310-253-5716; www.culvercity.org/articles/articles.asp?id=390&sec=arts; info@culvercitymusic.org. CEDRIC WATSON is a Grammy-nominated Louisiana-based Cajun/zydeco artist and BIJOU CREOLE is a great band.
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Thu, Aug 20; a “PICK-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS:”
7-10 pm “KOFFEEHOUSE ACOUSTIC JAM II” is a “free special networking and jam night for musicians,” sponsored by Koffeehouse Music, at the Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org. Event questions, contact Jeremy, 818-219-6273 or jeremy@koffeehouse.com. Come join other musicians (doors at 6 pm) for an evening under the stars at the venue called “L.A.'s most magical outdoor amphitheatre.” This free casual evening is designed for musicians to meet and jam together on stage. The last jam in July attracted nearly 100 singer-songwriters, instrumentalists, other musicians, and rappers.
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Bring your own acoustic instrument (or voice) and participate in the jam sessions of all-time classic rock songs and improvisation. Musicians and those involved in the music industry are all welcome. Bring Friends. Musicians are already collaborating online working out jam groups and songs. Register in advance and participate in that, at www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/SSANHRWGKBXSDXBVHCXZ/KoffeehouseJAM. Grounds open one hour before the event so you have time to mingle and eat (you can bring a picnic dinner).
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7-10 pm “POCKET GOLDBERG & FRIENDS SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with this week’s guest artists TERESA JAMES (Delbert McClinton, Randy Newman, Levon Helm) and STEVE POSTELL (Jennifer Warnes, John Oates), at Arnie's Café, 6864 Foothill Bl (at Marcus), Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089; www.myspace.com/arniescafe. DALE LaDUKE (Kaedmon, BeaTunes) tells us, it’s “becoming quite a scene. This bass player-songwriter MARK GOLDBERG hosts a fantastic Americana Songwriter Showcase, many times with name songwriters. I try to go as often as possible, because it's always good.” Venue serves Italian food, good coffeehouse treats and beverages. You can bring your own wine with no corking charge. No cover, donations to artists are welcome.
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7-10 pm “FLAMENCO GUITAR NIGHT” with award-winning flamenco guitarist STEPHEN DICK at Manchego Food From Spain Restaurant, 2510 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-450-3900; www.manchegoonmain.com. Venue serves great tapas and Spanish dinner plates in an elegant and intimate space. STEPHEN DICK - "Esteban de Los Angeles" - has won numerous prizes for his compositions and performances, including an award from the Sur Jerez Flamenco Competition in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, for his original 1st album, "Naranjas Amargas." A versatile artist, he is the winner of the Peter Frampton award for excellence in contemporary music, and his compositions for the guitar have been published in Italy, and in the US by Columbia Music Company. He won the Paulo Barsacchi award for guitar composition for his "Sonatina for Solo Guitar," and a Meet the Composer's grant for his realization of Federico GarcÃa Lorca's romantic ballad, "Romance Sonambulo." He a 2008/2009 winner of a grant from the Spanish Ministry of Culture and US Universities for a new flamenco concert featuring GarciaLorca's mystical lullaby, "Nana del Caballo Grande."
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7 pm CHARANGOA SALSA DANCE at Steven's SteakHouse, 5332 Steven's Pl, City of Commerce; 323-723-9856; Fay@charangoa.com; www.charangoa.com. Every Thu. Includes dance class with Miguel, 7-8 pm; dancing to live music, 9 pm-1:30 am. It’s reported that there are lots of great dancers & surprises. Free.
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7-11 pm OPEN MIC NIGHT on “The Main Stage” at Highland Perk Coffeehouse, 5930 York Bl, L.A. The inaugural event was Apr 12. Sponsors say, “This event repeats every Thursday night. Singers, spoken word, guitar players, drum soloists, almost anything that makes the crowd applaud...”
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7-10 pm “BEACH CITIES FOLK MUSIC CLUB” at a private home in Manhattan Beach; for info & loc, 310-376-8760, Aprilstory@aol.com, www.beachcitiesfolkclub.org. Hosts say, “Please bring yummy snacks, drinks to share. Since we meet on a weeknight, we ask that you respect the ending time and leave at 10 pm.” Coordinator is April Halprin Wayland.
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7-11 pm SONGMAKERS “CAMARILLO HOOT” in Camarillo; for location, contact TJ Zeiler, Songmaker93010@gmail.com or 805-482-0029; www.songmakers.org.
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7-10 pm “CEDAR OPEN MIC” at Cedar Center, 44345 Cedar Av (at Lancaster Bl), Lancaster 93534; www.myspace.com/cedarcenteropenmic. Hosted by Ms. Shell Marie and Cleen. It’s open to all ages, however there is no censorship rule. It welcomes poets, spoken word, “freestylers,” and acoustic musicians. Free.
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OPEN MIC / SONGWRITER SHOWCASE at Primo Pizza, 28200 Bouquet Cyn Rd, Saugus. Mike Dill hosts. He's a fine fingerstyle blues picker.
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7:30 pm PATRICK DUNN at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A.; 323-653-0640; www.genghiscohen.com. Having lived in various parts of the American landscape, Patrick Dunn is finding a home in the resurgence of the songwriter. His promo cites his “Americana sensibility and raw emotion [that] recall a sense of timelessness scattered across generations. At the same time, there is something new; a modern idea that points forward. This undeniable combination has Patrick poised to claim his place in the evolving time line of Rock n Roll. Patrick's last album, ‘Down That Road’ (Dirt Floor Records) is the continuation of the American songwriter. It presents a journey to the listener that unfolds not only on each track, but over the entire album as well.”
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Patrick is a rather new arrival in California with his new wife, bridging his East Coast roots with his new West Coast life by writing songs for an upcoming CD. These new songs find Patrick getting his hands dirty in the revival sounds that are hinted at on ‘Down That Road,’ and, he tells us, “have been getting an extremely enthusiastic response at live shows.” More at www.patrickdunnmusic.com
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7:30 “MUSIC NIGHT” at Lulu’s Beehive, 13203 Ventura Bl (1 blk E of Fulton), Studio City; 818-986-2233. After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Three featured acts, “plus special guests and surprises each week.” After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Or as they say, “the buzz has returned to the Beehive.” Light fare, sandwiches, coffeehouse beverages available. No cover.
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7:30-10:30 pm L.A. SONGWRITERS CO-OP monthly meeting, with music industry guest speaker, at The Pig & Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl (1 blk E of Highland), Hollywood. Event info, 323-551-1000; www.SongwritersCoOp.com. Meets here every 3rd Thu, hosted by Alex Del Zoppo. Info: 323-551-1000; info@songswritersCoOp.com; www.SongwritersCoOp.com. Get feedback from songwriting professionals and your peers on what's working in your original song and how to make it even better. Bring 15 to 20 copies of your lyrics (with chords if possible) and your music on CD or tape or play it live. Meetings start promptly. $5 admission fee.
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7:30-9:30 pm IRISH SET DANCING CLASSES in Los Feliz area; social dancing for adults every Thursday. Info & location: www.michaelpatrickbreen.com.
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8 pm STEPHANIE BETTMAN & THE BOYS play their monthly residency at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com.
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Stephanie says, “… my album, ‘Get Close To Me,’ has charted at #8 on the Folk DJ chart, and my track, ‘Evening Prayer Blues,’ came in at number #6 - I BEAT ROBERT PLANT AND ALISON KRAUSS! Now, I suppose, I can die.” Yikes, Stephanie, don’t say THAT.
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They have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and the radio show brought the world premiere of her CD tracks. Since then, Stephanie was named in FolkWorks among the “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” Female Singer-Songwriters in Los Angeles. Former theater actress and trapeze artist Stephanie Bettman is an award-winning singer-songwriter and fiddler. She and her band were the Grand Prize winners in the 2008 “Southern California Live Acoustic Music Competition” and among the winners in the 2007 “Topanga Banjo Fiddle contest.”
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In March, a radio show in New Zealand named her CD “Album of the Week,” saying, "How can such a classy performer go wrong with quality moments channeling Emmylou? My album of the week ... without question." - Eddie O’Strange, Town & Country, Lower Hutt, New Zealand
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Stephanie did tell us more about tonight’s show. She says, “I will be taking an informal poll, from the stage. The more hooting and hollering following a song, the more likely it will be included in the second album. However, if there is outright weeping, that will be a strong contender as well. This is your chance! Raise your voice! Be an influence! Of course, if you’re shy, you can always come up to me afterward and say, ‘you know that one....the one with the thing...about the thing? Put that one on the album.’ And it will be duly noted.”
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Want a media quote? "A fiddle playing charmer with a set of pipes she knows how to use and gift of gab that regularly amuses her audiences" - Jesse Lilly, Mondo Cult Magazine.
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Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “If you have not yet discovered this terrific group, do yourself a favor and come to the Coffee Gallery the first Thursday of the month [second Thursday, this month] for some sublime original roots / bluegrass / Americana.” When they played the Sedona Bluegrass Festival, buzz on the street labeled her "the next Alison Krauss." The band features multi-instrumentalist LUKE HALPIN, late of Border Radio. Luke was pegged early-on as a "musical phenom" by the Southern Cal press, and he brings beautiful harmonies and fine pickin' to the ensemble, who perform some of his original songs. More at www.stephaniebettman.com and www.myspace.com/stephaniebettman. Tix, $15.
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8-10 pm WINDY RIDGE brings bluegrass to the Coffee Cartel, 1820 S Catalina Av, Redondo Beach 90277; 310-316-6554. Info, contact Frank Bayuk at 310-567-6321 or windyridgeband@aol.com. Band info, www.windyridgebluegrass.com. No cover.
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8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their residency at the Tam O' Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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8 pm LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC plays its “THURSDAY CLASSICS” summer series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Tonight, joining BRAMWELL TOVEY, conductor, is THOMAS HAMPSON, baritone, in a program of MAHLER, Blumine; MAHLER, Songs of a Wayfarer; DVORÁK, Symphony No. 9, “From the New World.”
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8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Thu, Aug 20, every Thu:
8-11 pm “BLUES JAM” hosted by the DENNIS HERRERA BAND, and guest musicians often include BERNIE PEARL, at El Dorado Restaurant, Spring & Studebaker, Long Beach. 562-421-2122. Bernie tells us, “It stays pretty close to the blues, doesn't get too loud, offers a small dance floor, a nice bar, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.” No cover.
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CALJAS ARTISTS WEEKLY JAZZ PERFORMANCE NIGHT at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. It’s a new venue, said to be beautiful, serving food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy. The venue is part of the newly-renovated Claremont Packing House. Proprietress Nancy Tessier’s father, Refugio "Coco" Lopez, plays alto, and she wanted her club to feature an array of jazz singers. This led to a fortuitous connection with Dale Boatman, founder and president of the California Jazz Arts Society. CalJAS is a powerful force in bringing some of the best jazz artists in Southern California, especially singers, to restaurants, clubs and other performance spaces in eastern Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire, an area that previously had relatively few opportunities for jazz musicians to perform.
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Thu, Aug 20, every Thu:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-8:30 pm. Happy hour 4-7 pm, M-F. No cover.
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Thu, Aug 20, 3rd Thu, every month:
9 pm-midnight “100% ACOUSTIC OLD TIME JAM” hosted by TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT, always fun, at the Hyperion Tavern, 1941 Hyperion Av (look for barber pole just S of Lyric), L.A. 90027. The venue has an all-acoustic series every Thursday, and it goes old time for a jam led by Triple Chicken Foot every 3rd Thursday. The Thursday series has its own web page at www.myspace.com/hyperiontavernallacoustic - complete with weekly lineups for all those other Thursdays. “The Foot” has twice performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” The Foot’s Ben says, “The Hyperion Tavern Old-Time Jams welcome everybody from beginners to people who have been playing their whole lives. If you love this music and want to learn some good tunes and meet wonderful people all while drinking beer grab your instrument (whatever it may be) and come on down to one of these nights. It's free except for the beer. Please buy some refreshments and tip your bartender.” No cover.
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Thu, Aug 20, every Thu:
9 pm PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES play their residency at The Office, 3516 W Victory Bl (at Hollywood Wy), Burbank. Preston says, “Great sound, great food, wine and beer!” New residency, began Apr 9, 2009.
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Thu, Aug 20, every Thu:
9 pm BEGINNERS SON JAROCHO CLASS with CESAR CASTRO from VeraCruz, at Cal Poly Downtown Center, 300 2nd St, Pomona (Arts Colony). Learn to play jarana, string instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose sones (songs); gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music. For children, teens & adults. Venue has a mic and stage lights. Info, www.myspace.com/besskepp. $3 cover.
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Thu, Aug 20, every Thu; on web radio:
9 pm “FREIGHT TRAIN BOOGIE” radio show from Northern Cal, on KRCB 90.9 and 91.1 FM on Sonoma County’s only public radio station; features live performance-interviews; simulcast on the web at www.krcb.org/listen/listen.html. You can ask the host or the guests questions or make comments at frater@freighttrainboogie.com.
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Thu, Aug 20, 3rd (& 1st) Thu, every month:
9:30 pm Pianist DANNY HOLT “& friends” at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). Called "exceptional" by the Los Angeles Times, pianist Danny Holt performs across the globe in concert halls, clubs, art galleries, churches, living rooms, and wherever else he can find a piano and someone to listen. Whether playing classical music, experimental music, minimalist grooves, or pop/rock, Danny is consistently praised by critics for his energy, wit, and vibrancy. Twice a month, Danny performs here with his invited guests. More at www.dannyholt.net and www.myspace.com/dannyholtmusic
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Friday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are abundant. They are: the 10th annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with major western music stars, with most events at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, Big Bear; the “CALIFORNIA COWGIRL TOUR” with JONI HARMS, ELI BARSI, & DORIS DALEY, at the new OutWest Marketing in Newhall at 7 pm; DEAN MORA & HIS ORCHESTRA at the Levitt Pavilion MacArthur Park, downtown L.A., at 7:30 pm; SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND plus THE MUSES sharing the bill at the “Living Tradition Concert Series” in Anaheim, at 7:30 pm; French music legend HUGUES AUFRAY, often called “France’s Bob Dylan,” at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, downtown L.A., at 8 pm; the “BOHEMIAN SHINDIG” with CHRIS VALENTI, THROWING TOASTERS, & MICHAEL GOLDSTROM, at Cinespace in Hollywood, 8-9:30 pm; and, “ARTISTRY OF THE GUITAR” at The Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 8 pm.
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Fri, Aug 21; Sat-Fri, Aug 15-21:
7:30 pm “DOWNTOWN FILM FESTIVAL” presents “MUSIC DOCS AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM,” a series of music film programs in which you can meet the filmmakers and the artists, at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Fri, Aug 21; Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23; in Big Bear; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10th annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with DAVE STAMEY, GARY ALLEGRETTO, BELINDA GAIL & CURLY MUSGRAVE, NANCY LEE, DAVE BOURNE, LES BUFFAM, DENNIS GAINES, CROSS TOWN COWBOYS, with most events at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. Event info, 909-649-3492; www.bigbearcowboygathering.net. This year’s festival has a “Frontier Justice” theme, “hats off to the lawmen who took the wild out of the west.” A full spectrum of day and evening events are offered with separate event tix, ranging from $7 to $100.
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Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23; in San Diego County:
7th annual “SUMMERGRASS BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista, CA. Summergrass bills itself as “Southern California's newest and most exciting bluegrass music festival,” with over 5,000 attendees during the 3 day festival.
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THE KENNY & AMANDA SMITH BAND are all the way from Virginia and winners of the International Bluegrass Music Association’s prestigious “Emerging Artist of the Year” in 2003. They combine gutsy, heartfelt vocals, brilliant instrumental talents and a powerful, contemporary sense of song choice and arrangement into one of the most compelling new sounds in bluegrass toady. Musicians call it being in the groove; whatever it’s called, the Kenny & Amanda Smith Band has it in spades. It’s their first time at Summergrass. Their newest CD, “Live and Learn, reached #10 on the Bluegrass Unlimited Chart in January, and #1 on the XM / Sirius Radio Top 40 Album Chart. After Summergrass, the band tours Ireland in September.
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NEWFOUND ROAD, from Ohio and Kentucky, brings fire and intensity to their performances with their gifts as instrumentalists, songwriters and vocalists. Their on-stage sincerity make them among the most compelling bluegrass bands on the circuit. This is their first appearance in the San Diego area. They have a new CD, “Same Old Place,” released April 28.
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THE BLUEGRASS PATRIOTS, from Colorado, are recognized among the top bands in the genre. Established back in 1980, this band is true to its name, and dedicated to bluegrass music. Not only are they where bluegrass has been, they are in the midst of where bluegrass is going, and they are helping to shape its future. This is their Summergrass debut, having just returned from their July tour of Ireland.
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SAWMILL ROAD received standing ovations and was a real crowd-pleaser at Summergrass 2008. They are “a bluegrass band with a country twist.” Fiddler Doug Bartlett impressed the crowds at the Quartzite Festival in February ’08.
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THE BROMBIES, from Los Angeles, are prominent musicians in the recording studios and the L.A. bluegrass scene, and their “vocals, harmonies and musical prowess” are cited by festival bookers as making then “a must-see.”
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THE BLADERUNNERS, from Orange County, make their return appearance to Summergrass.
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THE BURNETT FAMILY is an up-and-coming Arizona family band with “Lots of zeal, youthful exuberance, and family harmonies make this band a real treat on stage.”
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BLUEGRASS BRETHREN, a Southern California favorite, will present their special Sunday morning gospel show.
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Three local San Diego bands are featured- HIGHWAY 76, GONE TOMORROW, & THE SHIRTHOUSE BAND.
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Summergrass Kids Camp is back and tuition has been reduced. For just $50 you can enroll your child between the ages of 6-16 in an exciting three-day music camp taught by The Burnett Family.
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Summergrass offers music workshops led by pros, and workshops and activities for the whole family in Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Bass, Fiddle, Harmony Vocals, Mountain Dulcimer, Get Acquainted Jam, Jamming 101.
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Camping available, or special festival pricing at the La Quinta Inn in Vista, CA. Tix, more, at www.summergrass.net or call 858-679-4854.
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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Fri, Aug 21, every Fri:
Morning show (after 8:30 am) HEATHER LOCKIE & FRIENDS bring violin, cello, clarinet, and voices to Stories, 1716 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-3733. Venue is in the Jul ’09 ish of Sunset magazine (p.22). Summer afternoon or summer evening you can enjoy the back patio with an iced Americano, peppermint green iced tea, freshly-baked root beer flavored cookie, or an assortment of popsicles, ice cream bars and other frozen treats.
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Fri, Aug 21; in the OC:
5 pm THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND, featuring SCOTT GATES & CHUCK HAILES, at the “Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival,” 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. Festival features the fine art and crafts of over 200 Laguna Beach artists, plus plenty of music of multiple stages, every day. Admission, $7.50 adult.
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Fri, Aug 21, every Fri, on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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Fri, Aug 21; in the OC:
5:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the 43rd annual “Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival,” 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; www.sawdustartfestival.org. She was a Grammy nominee in the first-ever Cajun-Zydeco album of the year category, and she has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where her Grammy-nominated album debuted. Festival features the fine art and crafts of over 200 Laguna Beach artists, plus plenty of music of multiple stages, every day. Admission, $7.50 adult.
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5:30-10 pm “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” along Myrtle Av, in old downtown Monrovia. It’s year-round and weekly, a street festival and farmers market, that’s been running 17 years. KATTYWOMPUS STRING BAND plays 8-10 pm at 412 S Myrtle Av; contact Jennifer Ranger, 877-365-5744. RON ELY does authentic and original maritime songs most weeks, usually at Myrtle Av & Colorado or Myrtle Av and Lemon Av, on the North end of the festival. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely. There’s lots of other music throughout old town Monrovia, several acoustic performers each week – singer-songwriters, duos or bands – plus specialty vendors, lots of food, and local merchants. Event is large during the summer when it includes a carnival (rock climbing wall, balloon man, bubble man, petting zoo, pony rides, etc.) It scales-down from 4 blocks to 2 blocks during winter months, following the Christmas holidays. Myrtle Av exit, N of 210 Fwy, free parking, free event.
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6-9 pm DAVE OSTI and DEANNA COGAN jam-out on acoustic classic rock tunes every Friday at the Mayan Bar, 311 W Foothill Bl, Monrovia.
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6-8 pm OPEN MIC at Fendi's Café, 539 East Bixby Rd (near Atlantic), Long Beach; 562-424-4774.
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Fri, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm “CALIFORNIA COWGIRL TOUR” with JONI HARMS, ELI BARSI, & DORIS DALEY, who mostly are not from California, but that’s where their tour is bringing ‘em, to the new OutWest Marketing, 24265 San Fernando Rd / (aka Main St), Newhall; 877-340-9378 or 661-255-7087; www.outwestmktg.com. It’s an evening of “western music, humor, poetry, yodeling” from three award-winning performers. More at www.dorisdaley.com
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Fri, Aug 21, 3rd (&1st) Fri, every month:
7-10 pm MARC BOSSERMAN plays piano at Vitello’s Restaurant 4349 Tujunga Ave., Studio City 91604; 818-769-0905. Marc says, “Great place for Italian grub.” He delivers fine piano (and elsewhere, vocals). Info, www.marcbosserman.com.
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Fri, Aug 21; in Palmdale:
7 pm SILENT PLANET in a show sponsored by the “ANTELOPE VALLEY GUITAR SOCIETY” at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St. West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530. The band is a dynamic modern Celtic Group known throughout Southern California, and they are no strangers to the AVGS. The Celtic Group was born at an early AVGS meeting, says organization president Jack Miller. He adds, “It will be fun to have them come back to their home place and perform - don't miss it.” More at http://avgs.freezoka.com and info at AvGuitarSociety@yahoo.com.
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Fri, Aug 21, every 3rd (& 1st) Fri, in Lancaster:
7 pm SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASS in Lancaster, meets the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month, at the Lutheran Church of the Master, 725 E Avenue J, Lancaster. Call Walter or Paula at 942-6893 for info. Organizers say, “If you can walk, you can do this social dance. It's great fun, and beginners are welcome.”
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Fri, Aug 21, every Fri, in Tehachapi:
7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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Blues legend BERNIE PEARL’s residency at Iva Lee's in San Clemente. Switching his four-year residency there to alternate Fridays; on second Saturdays, Bernie will continue to play electric with pianist Dwayne Smith. He was great performing live on “Tied to the Tracks” in March, ‘07. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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Fri, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm DEAN MORA & HIS ORCHESTRA at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. It’s “Classic American Big Band” with vintage-styled and authentic versions of popular American dance music from the ’20s, ’30s and ’40s. Come rediscover the classic dance rhythms of the Jazz/Swing era. More at www.morasmodern.com. You can avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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7:30 pm SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND plus THE MUSES share the bill at the “Living Tradition Concert Series” at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; info, www.thelivingtradition.org/index.htm; reservations, 949-646-1964 or e-mail tinkersown@ca.rr.com. This’ll be fun, with award-winning bluegrass / newgrass artist Susie Glaze performing band member Rob Carlson’s original songs and bluegrass and old time standards, plus the Muses and their Celtic-centered music. $14 gen’l, $11 for Living Trad mbrs; children under age 18 are free with paid adult.
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7:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Unurban Coffee House, 3301 Pico Bl (at 33rd), Santa Monica; 310-315-0056; www.unurban.com
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MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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Fri, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm French music legend HUGUES AUFRAY, often called “France’s Bob Dylan,” plays the Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Av, downtown L.A. 90012. Tix, 213-365-3500 (English). With a long and illustrious career spanning five decades, this modern day troubadour's music has become engrained in international popular culture. In 1965, Hugues released his best-known Dylan cover, "Aufray Chante Dylan." In 1995, he released his second Dylan cover, "Aufray Trans Dylan." For over forty years, Hugues' songs "Santiano," "Celine," and "Stewball" have been sung by both children and adults alike, proof that his music conquers the hearts of a very diverse audience. Having toured all over Europe, Canada, and Hong Kong, the French music icon is now making his grand debut here at the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Tix: Student/senior tix, special offer: 50% discount for pair of tickets in Terrace East and Terrace West sections only. Proper ID required at time of purchase. One pair of tickets per ID, limited tickets available. Can only be purchased at WDCH box office. Offer does not apply to single tickets. General tix: Front Orchestra, $90; Orchestra, $70; Orchestra East/West, $55; Terrace and Terrace East/West, $45; Balcony, and Orchestra View/Terrace View, (behind stage) $35.
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Fri, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8-9:30 pm “BOHEMIAN SHINDIG” with CHRIS VALENTI, THROWING TOASTERS, & MICHAEL GOLDSTROM, at Cinespace, 6356 Hollywood Bl (just W of Ivar), Hollywood.
Between his gigs, which are all over North America, Chris has performed his hilarious songs live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” and done shows for the folks in L.A. He tells us, “I’m finally putting it all together - a full length set of music, standup, and a bunch of short films seamlessly intertwined in non-stop fun for you, and panic for me, however you want to look at it.”
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He explains, “People always ask me, ‘What do you want to be? A musician, a comic, a filmmaker? You gotta pick one.’ ‘NO, I DON'T!!!’ I say. ‘I’ll do them all... Together, Dammit!’ Can I perform this three layer cake at a comedy club? - Doubtful. A music club? - Don't think so. A film festival? - Fat chance. But Cinespace, the 'have-dinner-and-see-a-movie-and-a-band' club/restaurant/hot spot on Hollywood Blvd works perfectly! Cinespace is the ideal spot to lay it all out multi-media style. A full size movie screen sits right behind the stage, allowing me to attempt non-stop full set blitz of jokes, songs, and movies. (Yes, attempt, I've never done this before.) What’s coming next? Is it a song? - I don’t know. Is it a film? - Maybe... How about a shadow puppet? - You just never know. Friday nights are excellent at Cinespace. It's the Bohemian Shindig. There's three rooms packed with people watching comedy, bands, movies, artwork. If you haven't experienced it yet, come on down. It's a great time. AND they've got $4 Buds and $5 well drinks before 10. Which is perfect, since we start at 8 and go until 9:30. Throwing Toasters and Michael Goldstrom will be opening. They are both incredible performers. If you haven't seen them... fix that.”
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And while it’s a dubious way to get you to a “dinner-and-a-show” venue Chris adds a note about his latest film, now showing: “…if you haven't seen ‘Food Poisoning’ yet, what are you waiting for?” More at www.ChrisValentiMusic.com
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Fri, Aug 21; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “ARTISTRY OF THE GUITAR” at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. Featuring American fingerstyle guitarists KEN BONFIELD & PETER JANSEN is a feast not only for guitar lovers, but for anyone with a passion for acoustic music. Individually, Ken and Peter have performed in the finest acoustic venues around the world, and their music has been heard by millions on radio, TV, and XM Satellite radio. Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “We are excited to bring them together for this special concert. If you enjoy folk, blues, jazz, Celtic or world music with a contemporary twist you're in for a real treat! Expect to be dazzled by their fretwork, charmed by their wit, and moved by their music!”
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Ken and Peter took very different routes to their place as two of today's finest American fingerstyle guitarists: Bonfield grew up in an entirely un-musical family and is entirely self-taught while Janson grew up listening to his father, a virtuoso solo guitarist, and received his Masters in Performance from the New England Conservatory. Ken has spent most of his professional career using exotic alternate tunings or odd custom instruments like high-string or baritone guitars while Peter has taken a more traditional route. But both guitarists developed a similar approach to composition and playing the guitar, and for them, melody is king. Bob Stane adds, “Their music is accessible and hummable.” While both have the chops necessary to command the stage, they're more interested in telling a story with their playing and moving people emotionally than wowing them with their technique. Or, as Bonfield says, they "let the guitar do the heavy lifting."
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Both guitarists are heavily invested in sharing their knowledge and experience with other guitarists: clinics and workshops are a staple at most Artistry of the Guitar concerts with Bonfield and Janson sharing many years of combined experience as players and performers. And both have a strong desire to give back to their communities by performing benefit concerts for organizations including Safe Places, The American Cancer Society, The American Brain Tumor Society, The Canadian Cancer Society, Habitat For Humanity, The Sierra Club, The Jimmy Fund, Amnesty International, seARTS, The United Nations International Day of Peace, and many other events, large and small. Tix, $20.
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8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play an every-Friday residency at the Tam O'Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz 90039; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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Fri, Aug 21, every Fri:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Fri, Aug 21, repeats 3rd Fri, every month:
8:30-11 pm THE SCREAMING EARWIGS, with TOM & PATRICK SAUBER, STEVE LEWIS and MIKE SAUBER, play the monthly CONTRA DANCE at the War Memorial Hall, 435 S Fair Oaks Av, South Pasadena. Dance instruction at 8 pm.
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Fri & Sat, Aug 21 & 22:
8:30 pm DIANA KRALL performs with the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Understated elegance and sophisticated song stylings mark Diana Krall as one of jazz’s leading ladies. Her tour is promoting her brand new album, “Quiet Nights.” Tonight, Krall takes the audience on an intimate journey of ballads and bossa novas, all lushly arranged and performed with the orchestra.
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Fri, Aug 21, every Fri:
9 pm JEFF DALE & THE SOUTH WOODLAWNERS at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Info on this show, http://srv.ezinedirector.net/?n=3015958&s=93914888. Website has lineups for specific dates and a tix link. Venue serves dinner Fri & Sat, 7 pm-2 am. Advance tix, reservations, recommended (club is now only holding tables only until 8:30 pm). Band plays tonight “until their fans let them go!” Tix, $10.
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9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Saturday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are a cornucopia of tasty delights: CHRIS HILLMAN & HERB PEDERSON play two shows, 6:30 & 8:30 pm, at the San Juan Capistrano Public Library; SLIGO RAGS play The Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 7 pm; LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “Central Park Concert Series” in Santa Clarita at 7 pm; the very fun “CAL PHIL FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN” series concludes its season with “BROADWAY’S BEST” at The L.A. County Arboretum in Arcadia this evening at 7:30 pm, and the Disney Concert Hall tomorrow afternoon at 2 pm; SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND plus FUR DIXON & STEVE WERNER play a double-bill at “Russ & Julie's House Concerts” series in Oak Park at 8 pm (and that show is this week’s feature write-up, as well).
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Sat, Aug 22; Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23; in Big Bear; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10th annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with DAVE STAMEY, GARY ALLEGRETTO, BELINDA GAIL & CURLY MUSGRAVE, NANCY LEE, DAVE BOURNE, LES BUFFAM, DENNIS GAINES, CROSS TOWN COWBOYS, with most events at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. Event info, 909-649-3492; www.bigbearcowboygathering.net. This year’s festival has a “Frontier Justice” theme, “hats off to the lawmen who took the wild out of the west.” A full spectrum of day and evening events are offered with separate event tix, ranging from $7 to $100.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 22-28; in the OC:
Annual “INDIE FEST USA” in Anaheim, CA is, say its organizers, the "Great Entertainment Festival" on the West Coast, taking place at the world famous Downtown Disney District, AMC 12 Theaters and the Anaheim House of Blues. It’s “Eight days of fun, films, entertainment, extreme sports, live music and filled with Red Carpet arrivals, parties and celebrities.” Included this year is a colsole and PC gaming pavilion expo on the opening weekend, plus headliner concerts and an extreme moto sports exhibition. The events draw 30,000 daily visitors.
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Sat, Aug 22; Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23; in San Diego County:
7th annual “SUMMERGRASS BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista, CA. Summergrass bills itself as “Southern California's newest and most exciting bluegrass music festival,” with over 5,000 attendees during the 3 day festival. See complete description and lineup in Friday’s “Out-of-Town” events listings.
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Aug 22; in Nashville:
9 am-2 pm “PITCH-A-SONG™” at the Hotel Preston, 733 Briley Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37301.The Coalition of Songwriters & Music Organizations (COSMO) and the Women’s Radio Network, present TK Promotion’s nationally acclaimed music industry acquisition and placement Panel as a part of the Indiegrrl 2009 Women in the Arts Conference, Sat. Aug 22, 9 am-2 pm. Pitch-A-Song™ is an ongoing series of international presentations designed to provide music makers a vehicle to expose their songwriting and composing to professionals in the new music business. More at www.myspace.com/tonik.
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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Sat, Aug 22, every Sat:
8-10:30 am FREE ACOUSTIC CONCERT at Strings Music Store, 146 N Glendora Av, Ste 101, Glendora 91741; 626-914 4100. Sometimes featuring VIN FIZ FLYER. Another in a series of MORNING concerts. Free entertainment, tips only, in a great place, with nice people and good music. Vin Fiz Flyer tells us, “Old town Glendora is a kinda sleepy small Midwest town plopped into Southern California. These early morning concerts sound like a wacky idea, but they’re well-attended by musicians as well as music lovers! A car club meets at the Cafe next door every Saturday for breakfast, and they park their assorted ‘babies’ out front for you to peruse too. Come on by and start your weekend out right.” Check with venue to see if there is a concert scheduled for today.
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Sat, Aug 22, repeats every week:
11 am-12:30 pm “PACIFIC SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” with G. F. MLELY, at Theater & Cabaret, 1535 Termino Av, Long Beach 90804. Info, Billie Kalua, songwriters@jazcraft.net or 562-494-9627. Ongoing, began Mar 31, 2007. $15 per workshop, minimum 4 workshops payable in advance; pre-registration required.
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Sat, Aug 22, Saturdays, on web radio:
Noon-1 pm “UNSIGNED MUSIC SHOW” on WPMD with TEE-M and MIKE STARK is “a genre-busting show, where the UNsigned Revolution is on.” On the web at http://wpmd.org. Mike and TEE-M spin CDs 11 am-noon “from cutting-edge indie artists and bands,” (acoustic and electric) then welcome guests at noon, usually for all-acoustic live performances. The show rebroadcasts through the week; check site for details.
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Sat, Aug 22, Saturdays, on web radio:
1-3 pm “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” Celtic and British Isle folk show, on KUSP in Santa Cruz, includes live performance-interviews with host CINDY ODOM on her long-running show. From the highlands of Scotland to the midlands of England and beyond, it’s traditional and contemporary music from Ireland and the other British Isles, with Celtic lore and Celtic-influenced folk and ethnic music from Europe and North America. Info, playlists, and web simulcast at www.kusp.org.
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Sat, Aug 22, Saturdays, alternate Saturdays, on web radio:
1:30 pm (Pacific) “ACOUSTIC HARMONY,” hosted by Mark Michaelis, from WGDR at 91.1 FM in the Green Mountains of Vermont, simulcast at www.wgdr.org. Mark sometimes hosts folk and acoustic renaissance artists in-studio for all-acoustic performance-interviews. He says, “The focus is on contemporary and traditional folk, singer-songwriters and local artists, but a little of anything and everything might creep-in. Whether it's Celtic, bluegrass, world music or even rock or blues, as long as it's got beautiful harmonies and melodies you might here it here on a Saturday afternoon.” More info, playlists, and archived performance-interviews at www.acoustic-harmony.com.
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Sat, Aug 22:
3-8 pm The “OJAI MARDI GRAS CAJUN / ZYDECO DANCE PARTY” with the OJAI MARDI GRAS BAND and OJAI MARDI GRAS WAKE-UP KREWE, at Dancing Oak Ranch in Ojai; reservations get directions, by contacting Shane Butler at 805-665-8852 or shane@ojaiconcertseries.com. More info at www.ojaiconcertseries.com.
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Following the success of the May 31st Talent Show Picnic at Dancing Oak Ranch as a fund-raiser for the Ojai Concert Series, the ranch is hosting this Cajun / Zydeco Dance Party as a fundraiser for the OJAI MARDI GRAS WAKE-UP KREWE. The “Krewe” (it’s a Mardi Gras thing) celebrates its 20th year in 2010. This eclectic and artsy cadre of revelers celebrate in N’awlins style every year (usually February) with a rip-roaring party on the Saturday before Mardi Gras. The event features music, dancing, colorful costumes, Creole and Cajun food, and is widely known as the Ojai Valley’s wildest and wackiest party of the year.
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The OJAI MARDI GRAS BAND is comprised of talented local musicians on guitar, keyboard, washboard (rub board?), base, accordion, sax, pucussion and fiddle, who know how to lay down those swampy grooves that make Cajun and Zydeco music so danceable. Shane & Kelli add, “And there will be dancing. We will have a large wood floor to the side of the stage for those of you who just have to move!”
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Bring a dish for the potluck. Here's your chance to try-out your favorite Creole recipe if you'd like, and join in that part of the fun. Masks and costumes, if you have them, are a welcome option, but either way come for the fun of it all. There is a live auction of local arts and crafts and Mardi Gras memorabilia, so bring your check book.
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“Bring your dancing shoes, Mardi Gras masks and costumes (if you have them), a blanket or a low deck chair, pot-luck dish to share (Cajun themed if you like), cash or check for the live auction, friends and family,” say hosts Shane & Kelli Butler of the Ojai Concert Series.
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Proceeds go to the Krewe's Ojai Mardi Gras Party in February, and all of the proceeds from that party always go towards a local person in medical need. Suggested donation $10, plus dish for the potluck.
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Sat, Aug 22, Saturdays, on web radio:
3-5 pm (Pacific) “A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION” always features live performances and skits and stories with host GARRISON KEILLOR, a regular cast of recording artists, and guests, whether broadcasting from various live venues across America, or from its home base in Minnesota. This initial “live” broadcast tiume each weekend is standard everywhere, though repeat times vary by station. In L.A., the show is broadcast on KPCC 89.3 FM, and repeats Saturday night, 6-8 pm and Sunday Noon-2 pm. But if you’re in L.A., it’s much better to find a web simulcast from somewhere; that’s because KPCC has no other music shows and they do not know how to control the levels for music performances, causing frequent peaking and signal cut-out.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 22 & 23:
4-5:30 pm TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA plays The Getty Center, Central Garden, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10. The Garden Concerts for Kids series runs Sat and Sun, Aug 15 & 16, Aug 22 & 23, and Aug 29 & 30.
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The acoustic duo Trout Fishing in America possesses the uncanny ability to create a full-bodied ensemble sound using only guitar and bass. Perfectly paired musicians Keith Grimwood (standing 5'1") and Ezra Idlet (standing 6'9") blend folk and pop with reggae, Latin, blues, jazz, and classical to tell imaginative and heartfelt stories about the delights and dilemmas of growing up. Back by popular demand at Garden Concerts for Kids, the charismatic duo engage all ages with their wit and musicianship, creating "music for people who take their fun seriously."
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The series allows you to enjoy the best of children's music in the great outdoors, offering three weekends of “kid-tastic, sing-along fun” in the Central Garden courtesy of Recess Monkey, Trout Fishing in America, and Justin Roberts. Trout Fishing in America performs twangy tunes all weekend. Make it an afternoon—come early to browse the galleries, wander the gardens, and picnic on the grass. Free show, no reservations required.
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Sat, Aug 22, recurring:
4-6 pm SHAPE NOTE / SACRED HARP, “The Learners Group” in Santa Monica. Call Laura for location: 310-450-3516.
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Sat, Aug 22, 4th Sat every month; in the OC:
5 pm Monthly JAM, POTLUCK, & CONTRA DANCE at The Living Tradition series at the Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.thelivingtradition.org; info, 949-646-1964. Dance caller TBD, band TBD. Monthly jam sessions allow musicians (instrumentalists and singers) to learn, practice, and enjoy traditional music in a relaxed atmosphere; held 4th Sat every month, before the contra dance. Jam participants play a wide array of instruments, from accordions to zithers, and a variety of traditional folk tunes, mostly from the Fiddlers’ Fake Book (by David Brody) and the Portland Collection (by Susan Songer). Open to all ages and levels of experience. Vocalists and song circles are welcome. Slow jam encourages novices. Fast jam challenges old-timers.
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Jam begins at 5 pm, bring your instruments & join in; free.
Slow jam, 5-5:45 pm
Fast jam, 5:45-7 pm
Potluck, 6:30 pm
Contra dance introduction lesson, 7:30 pm
> CONTRA DANCE is 8-11 pm, $8 per person, $7 for Anaheim residents, $6 for Living Tradition mbrs; children under 18 are free with paid adult.
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Sat, Aug 22; in the OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
6:30 & 8:30 pm CHRIS HILLMAN & HERB PEDERSON play the San Juan Capistrano Multicultural Arts Series, at the San Juan Capistrano Public Library, 26521 Calle Lorenzo, San Juan Capistrano; www.musicatthelibrary.com; 949-248-SHOW.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week:
6:30-10:30 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS CONCERT at Me n’ Ed’s Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl (at Carson), Lakewood; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Aug 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm SLIGO RAGS play at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. They are named in FolkWorks among L.A.’s “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” bands. They played radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” on St. Patrick’s Day, 2007, at the time they had EIGHT of the Top Ten songs on one Celtic Music Chart. No other artist or band repeated even once anywhere in the Top 100. And they earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “TttT.” Bob Stane of the Coffee Gaqllery Backstage says, “Such a talented group. Drawing big crowds without it bein’ a wake. As usual, they’ve been winning awards, but modest they are.”
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Two-time winners of the “Orange County Music Awards” for “Best Folk Band,” this dynamic ensemble presents Celtic folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude. Using fiddle, acoustic guitar, electric bass, and percussion, Sligo Rags is taking the local and not-so-local Celtic music scene by storm. Their debut studio recording, "The Night Before the Morning After," still gets international airplay, and was called "the best I've heard from a stateside band" by Celtic Beat Magazine. Says the San Diego Troubadour, "This band can light up an atmosphere as dim as the Guinness stout you just ordered at the bar... Sligo Rags really know their Celtic music." Don't be surprised if elements of country, gypsy jazz, and swing manage to sneak their way into the act. Bob Stane adds, “Much fun. Dynamic, up tempo, multi-talented. A fusion that just crackles.” More at www.sligorags.com. Tix, $18.
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Sat, Aug 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “Central Park Concert Series” in Santa Clarita; info and directions, www.santa-clarita.com/arts/concerts. She was a Grammy nominee in the first-ever Cajun-Zydeco album of the year category, and she has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where her Grammy-nominated album debuted. Free concert.
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7 pm REMEMBER WHEN “Salutes the Military, the Music of WWII, & Hawaii’s 50th Anniversary as the 50th State,” at the Center for the Visual & Performing Arts, Sage Granada Park United Methodist Church, 1850 W Hellman Av, Alhambra; 626-230-5435; www.cvpaministry.com. Info, BizWind@yahoo.com. "The musical program will feature some great music from the World War II days," said Steve Hawkins, the leader of Remember When. He adds, "During that time, many great songs were released, including “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” and “Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree,” which became big hits for the Andrew Sisters. We’ll be performing them in the same style. For our second appearance at the Center for the Visual and Performing Arts, it is quite fitting that this concert occur on the 50th Anniversary of Hawaii’s admittance as a state,” said Hawkins. “It was the attack on Pearl Harbor that started the war and most of American Forces in WWII went through Hawaii to get to their stations in the Pacific Theater.” Tix, $15.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week:
7-9 pm “JUST PLAIN FOLKS ORANGE COUNTY” Group Singing, sponsored by the local chapter of the international Just Plain Folks; for info & loc, go to www.JPFolks.org.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week, in Palmdale:
7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St.West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530. Butler's owners, Pam & David Logan, are long-time lovers and supporters of acoustic music. Indeed, Pam is an accomplished musician and a member of the BROWNE SISTERS, Celtic festival favorites who earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” The venue serves food and drink, featuring fresh-roasted coffee, in a rich, comfortable setting. Butler's music guy, Kevin Burton Smith, has had great success in attracting excellent acoustic music to Butler's.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week; in Tehachapi:
7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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Sat, Aug 22:
7:30 pm NELS ANDREWS, plus JERRY & FRIENDS opening, at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624-2928; www.folkmusiccenter.com. NELS ANDREWS does sparsely arranged, slyly intelligent country-folk stuffed with juniper winds, and Juarez jails delivered with all the gruff urgency of Tom Waits over lap steel and ruptured guitar. His first album, “Sunday Shoes,” an indie release in 2005, was well received, earning plaudits from BBC Radio soon after its release. Eventually, Andrews was able to parlay his critical success into gigs at prominent festivals in Europe. His second album arrived in 2008, titled “Off Track Betting.” Expect selections from both, and some new songs. More at www.myspace.com/nelsandrews and www.nelsandrews.com.
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JERRY & FRIENDS open tonight. Jerry is a local singer-songwriter who regularly plays at the Press in Claremont with his band REX HOLMES. He has performed with many renowned musicians over the years, and his best known song, “Pomona Queen,“ inspired a local brewer to bestow that name on his beer. Jerry works at the Folk Music Center and runs the open mic there, the fourth Sunday of every month. Doors open at 7:30 for the best seats. Tix, $10.
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7:30 pm LOS CENZONTLES (The Mockingbirds) play the “American Roots” series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. It’s “Fresh Chicano sound infused with gutsy soul of Mexican roots music.”
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Pioneers in the revival of Mexican roots music in California, Los Cenzontles (the Mockingbirds) combine electric and traditional instruments to bring alive the best of the Chicano repertory for a new generation. A powerful contemporary sound infused with the gutsy soul of the music of rural Mexico. More at www.loscenzontles.com and www.myspace.com/themockingbirds
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You can avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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Sat, Aug 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm “CAL PHIL FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN” series concludes its season with “BROADWAY’S BEST,” a program inclusive of famous and familiar Broadway themes and anthems, at The L.A. County Arboretum, 301 N Baldwin Av, Arcadia. Tix & info, 626-300-8200 or www.calphil.org. Gates of The Arboretum open at 5:30 pm for picnicking, and you can bring your own wine. Over 4000 music lovers from throughout Southern Cal attend each of these concerts. The California Philharmonic – Cal Phil – does a Saturday evening series here, and each concert repeats Sunday afternoon at 2 pm at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown L.A., preceded by “Talks with the Maestro” at 1 pm. As the season’s brochure for Cal Phil proudly proclaims, “Whichever venue you choose, you’ll laugh, learn and live the music like never before.” Your editor concurs. This is a delightful series in a setting that escapes the urban/suburban sprawl, with creatively selected and crafted program themes. It’s a splendid way to spend an evening enjoying music.
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“Broadway’s Best” includes excerpts from excerpts from “Wicked,” “Mamma Mia!,” “Hairspray,” “Gypsy,” “Die Fledermaus,” and “The Merry Widow.”
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The California Philharmonic – Cal Phil – does this Saturday evening summer series (concluding tonight) at the L.A. County Arboretum. Each concert repeats Sunday afternoon at 2 pm (concluding tomorrow) at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown L.A., preceded by “Talks with the Maestro” at 1 pm. As the season’s brochure for Cal Phil Festival on the Green and Cal Phil at Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles proudly proclaims, “Whichever venue you choose, you’ll laugh, learn and live the music like never before.” Your editor concurs. This is a delightful series of programs with creatively selected and crafted themes, and a splendid way to spend a hot summer afternoon indoors enjoying music.
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The 2009 “Summer Magic” season brings renowned performing guests, and this performance brings soprano Khori Dastoor and tenor Danny Gurwin as guest artists. “The special ‘summer magic’ of Cal Phil is that we truly offer something for everyone,” says Tom O’Connor, Executive Director. “And when it comes to music you’ve never experienced before, there’s no one better to guide you on your journey than our Maestro [Victor Vener]. He has a doctorate in musicology…but he also has a great sense of humor. It’s a magical combination.”
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Cal Phil’s conductor Dr. Victor Vener, notes, “There have been hundreds of musicals written for Broadway since its first ‘long-run’ musical was produced in the mid 19th century – so many that we’ll never run out of great music to share with our audiences.”
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Included in the program, characteristically for Cal Phil’s themed concerts, are selections from two operettas not normally associated with Broadway – Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss and Franz Lehár’s The Merry Widow.
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“The Merry Widow was a huge hit in both Austria and London,” explains Vener. “And guess where it opened when it came to the US? On Broadway! The same is true of Die Fledermaus, which held its American debut at the historic Stadt Theatre on Broadway.”
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“Wicked,” with songs and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, has broken box office records worldwide, winning three Tony Awards and six Drama Desk Awards. “Hairspray,” by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, broke records as well, winning 11 Olivier Awards in London and eight Tonys on Broadway. And numerous critics believe “Gypsy” – with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim – is, quite simply, the greatest American musical. As for the jukebox musical “Mamma Mia!,” based on songs by the musical group ABBA, over 30 million people had seen it at th etime of a 2007 study. “Now, thanks to Cal Phil, that number will be even higher,” Vener adds with a smile.
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Guest artists soprano Khori Dastoor and tenor Danny Gurwin will join Cal Phil. Dastoor, a native of Pasadena, California, is a rising star in the operatic world. After her performance in the title role of Lucia di Lammermoor with Opera San Jose, Opera News hailed her performance as “the stuff of art” while the San José Mercury News applauded Khori for "one of the most exciting performances seen, on any stage, in the past several years."
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Tenor Danny Gurwin is a Broadway veteran, having appeared in Broadway productions of Little Women, Urinetown, The Full Monty, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Kismet, and A Little Night Music. Of a recent performance, the Chicago Sun Times wrote, “Gurwin gave a transcendent performance.”
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If you haven’t partaken of the Cal Phil season, this is your last chance in 2009. There have been many delightful and memorable moments, and you can expect to leave this show with a smile and your own new memories. Pack a picnic (gourmet or bohemian, wine or lemonade), and bring a blanket and folding chairs. Tickets range from $20 to $95.
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Aug 22; in Ventura:
7:30 pm SULTANS OF MAMBO outdoors at the historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, near Ventura Harbor, Ventura. Concerts start at 7:30 pm & gates open at 6:30 pm for dining. This flamenco, rhythm and bass guitar-driven quartet of singers, whose exciting South American sound can be heard on film scores like “The Mexica” – will rumba you to the dance floor all night long with lyrics in English and Spanish. More at www.sultansofmambo.com. Seating is limited and concerts regularly sell out, so avoid disappointment at the door by making reservations asap at 805-658-4726 weekdays (8 am to 5 pm; closed alternate Fridays). $18.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week:
7:30-10:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES weekly bluegrass concert at Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24500 Lyons Ave, Newhall; 661-259-6733. (Lyons exit, just off I-5.) This a long-running series, often, with very impressive performing guests.
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Sat, Aug 22, every Sat:
7:30 pm “RANCH PARTY” evening of country & Americana roots music performances, on the West Patio Stage, Original Farmers Market, 3rd & Fairfax, L.A. Presented by EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. Tonight features “CROSBY TYLER'S 10 SONGS OF AMERICA” acoustic solo tour. Performers have included DAVID SERBY, GRANT LANGSTON, 29 MULES, BOB WOODRUFF, OLD BULL, PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, PAUL CHESNE, NICOLE GORDON, and BUCKSWORTH. Parking: 2 hours free with validation from EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. $3 for the third hour; $1 for each additional 20 minutes; $15 max. Addt’l parking at The Grove, next door. Get validation for their structure from Grove merchants. No cover.
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CARRIE WADE at Portfolio Coffee House, right down the street from where she plays her monthly residency at Viento Y Agua in Long Beach.
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MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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Sat, Aug 22; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick (and this week’s feature write-up):
8 pm SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND plus FUR DIXON & STEVE WERNER in a double-bill at “Russ & Julie's House Concerts” series in Oak Park (in the Agoura Hills/Westlake Village area). Reservations get directions, at houseconcerts@jrp-graphics.com. Both these acts have performed multiple times on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” where they have delighted listeners and debuted new songs, along with bringing world premieres of new recorded tracks featured on award-winning albums.
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SUSIE GLAZE's newest CD, "Green Kentucky Blues," is nominated for “Best Roots Album” in the worldwide “Just Plain Folks 2009 Music Awards.” In addition, four songs from the album have been nominated in the “Best Roots” and “Best Bluegrass Song” categories. Susie won the “Just Plain Folks 2006 Music Awards” for “Best Roots Album” (with over 70,000 people voting, worldwide), and before that, Folkworks Magazine's pick for “Best Bluegrass Album of 2005,” both for her album, "Blue Eyed Darlin'." Susie and her band will perform all these songs and more, as they share the evening with phenomenal songwriters FUR DIXON & STEVE WERNER and the duo’s new critically-acclaimed album, "Travelers."
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SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND bring “The best in Appalachia to Bluegrass.” Entertainment Weekly writes "...she can blow the roof off any joint lucky enough to book her." Expect an evening of gorgeous eclectic blends of Appalachian mountain folk and exciting new bluegrass-inspired originals, all with the remarkable voice of Susie Glaze. "Susie Glaze does something with a song that only great singers can do... she grabs hold of a song's deepest emotion and purpose and wraps it tightly around your soul." ~ Marvin O’Dell, Classic Heartland Radio. "Every song is a journey and her versatility as a vocal stylist is impressive and downright unbelievable at times. She will glide from a plaintive moan to a cozy vibrato and every choice she makes seems perfect." ~ San Diego North County Bluegrass Association.
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Folk music legend Jean Ritchie has called Susie Glaze "a fresh young voice, a communicator, to me the most important of qualities in a singer." Bluegrass Unlimited calls her "an important voice on the California Bluegrass scene" and Roz Larman of KPFK's FolkScene writes, "Susie Glaze has one of the most beautiful voices in bluegrass and folk music today. She performs a song straight from her heart and soul."
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Susie's Hilonesome Band is Steve Rankin on mandolin, Rob Carlson on dobro and guitar, and the amazing Fred Sanders from The Eight Hand String Band on bass, showcasing the songwriting of lead guitarist Rob Carlson. The show features songs from the new album "Green Kentucky Blues" and award-winning "Blue Eyed Darlin'," along with mountain standards from the Jean Ritchie collection, old favorites from Iris Dement, Gillian Welch and Lucinda Williams and other great songwriters.
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FUR DIXON & STEVE WERNER are skyrocketing California folk favorites who have built a solid reputation with their sizzling two-part harmonies (including yodeling in harmony), awesome guitar picking, and wise-cracking humor that all serve to compliment their incredible original traveling songs. Their two CDs, "The Pearl and the Swine" and "Travelers" are a one-two knockout punch of real-deal American Folk music, filled with songs that are classics in the making. They effortlessly bridge the rich traditions of Bluegrass, Western and good old American folk music.
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Fur and Steve have wowed 'em all over the west, headlining at such places as the Getty Center, Tucson Folk Festival, Peter Strauss Ranch Concert Series, Friends of Bodie Days, Bluegrass at the Braemar, Ojai Concert Series, Underwood Farms Bluegrass & Folk Festival, and the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest.
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Larry Wines, host of radio's "Tied To the Tracks" writes, "Fur Dixon & Steve Werner create music that is essential, by all the definitions of that word: their music is 'absolutely necessary, indispensable;’ it 'constitutes the essence' of the genre; and it is, 'by its very nature or in the highest sense, natural, spontaneous.'”
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More at www.houseconcerts.us and www.myspace.com/russjuliehouseconcerts and you can check-out previous performances at www.youtube.com/russjuliehousecncrts.
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Upcoming at Russ and Julie’s:
Sat, Sep 12, 8 pm - Stonehoney
Sat, Oct 24, 8 pm - John Wort Hannam and Stephanie Bettman (double-bill)
Sat, Nov 14, 8 pm - Chuck Pyle and Cindy Kalmenson (double-bill)
Sat, Dec 5, 2009, 8 pm - Houston Jones
Sat, Jan 9, 2010, 8 pm - Alex DePue & Miguel De Hoyos (fiddle/guitar duo)
Sat, Feb 20, 2010 - The Cache Valley Drifters
Sat, Mar 13, 2010 - Jude Johnstone and Lori Lieberman (double-bill)
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Make reservations asap, and Russ and Julie encourage you to invite your friends for this very substantial show. Tix to see this double-bill in a commercial venue would cost much more. Doors at 7:30 for the potluck dessert and coffee buffet. Show at 8 pm. $15 donation per person, payable in cash at the door. All the money goes to the performers.
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Sat, Aug 22:
8 pm banjo virtuoso PAT CLOUD & THE INSTANT BROTHERS with guest JACK MacKENZIE at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Sat, Aug 22; in Ventura:
8 pm THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND, featuring SCOTT GATES & CHUCK HAILES, with an opening set by FRANK SUNSERI, at A Place of Peace, 896 E Main St, Ventura 93001. Suggested donation is $10.
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Sat, Aug 22, 4th Sat, every month:
8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “WEST VALLEY HOOT” in Woodland Hills; for location, contact Kay Conroy, 818-887-0446, WestValleyHoot@songmakers.org; www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Aug 22; Fri & Sat, Aug 21 & 22:
8:30 pm DIANA KRALL performs with the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Understated elegance and sophisticated song stylings mark Diana Krall as one of jazz’s leading ladies. Her tour is promoting her brand new album, “Quiet Nights.” Tonight, Krall takes the audience on an intimate journey of ballads and bossa novas, all lushly arranged and performed with the orchestra.
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Sat, Aug 22; in the OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8:30 (& 6:30) pm CHRIS HILLMAN & HERB PEDERSON play the San Juan Capistrano Multicultural Arts Series, at the San Juan Capistrano Public Library, 26521 Calle Lorenzo, San Juan Capistrano; www.musicatthelibrary.com; 949-248-SHOW.
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Sat, Aug 22:
9 pm PHIL GATES at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. The venue claims, “This is the greatest house band in America. Members over the years have included musicians who have played with Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, The Pointer Sisters, The Jeff Healey Band and influences from John Lee Hooker, Van Morrison and Eric Burden.” Fri & Sat nights bring local blues bands as well as national acts. Acts booked include Chris Cain, Lil Charlie and the Nite Cats, Coco Montoya, Rod Piazza, James Intveld, Rosie Flores, Duke Robillard, Guitar Shorty, Gary Hoey, Wumbloozo, Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash and more. Website has lineups for specific dates and a tix link. Venue serves dinner Fri & Sat, 7 pm-2 am. Tix, $10.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line / couple dance lessons with Charlotte, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 22, every week; on TV:
11 pm-12 am "AUSTIN CITY LIMITS" on KLCS (check your cable co.; broadcast TV Ch. 58). Recent editions have happily featured classic Americana artists, rather than the dearth of alt rockers who dominated for several months.
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Sunday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are the 10th annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with a herd of western music stars and most events at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center; the season closer of the “CAL PHIL SUMMER MAGIC” series, with “BROADWAY’S BEST,” a program of the famous and familiar, at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown L.A. at 2 pm; JOHN BATDORF & DAN NAVARRO play a dual CD release show at the Thousand Oaks Library Music Series at 4 pm; TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA plays the The Getty Center, 4-5:30 pm; and, the “HEROES OF WOODSTOCK” tour reaches L.A. with its amazing lineup from the 1969 event, at the Greek Theatre at 7 pm.
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A “PICK-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS” is the “DIDGERIDOO WORKSHOP” with JOEL HARPER at the Folk Music Center & Museum in Claremont; check with venue for time.
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Sun, Aug 23; Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23; in Big Bear; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10th annual “BIG BEAR COWBOY GATHERING” with DAVE STAMEY, GARY ALLEGRETTO, BELINDA GAIL & CURLY MUSGRAVE, NANCY LEE, DAVE BOURNE, LES BUFFAM, DENNIS GAINES, CROSS TOWN COWBOYS, with most events at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Bl, Big Bear Lake 92315; 909-866-4970; bblpac@citybigbearlake.com. Event info, 909-649-3492; www.bigbearcowboygathering.net. This year’s festival has a “Frontier Justice” theme, “hats off to the lawmen who took the wild out of the west.” A full spectrum of day and evening events are offered with separate event tix, ranging from $7 to $100.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 22-28; in the OC:
Annual “INDIE FEST USA” in Anaheim, CA is, say its organizers, the "Great Entertainment Festival" on the West Coast, taking place at the world famous Downtown Disney District, AMC 12 Theaters and the Anaheim House of Blues. It’s “Eight days of fun, films, entertainment, extreme sports, live music and filled with Red Carpet arrivals, parties and celebrities.” Included this year is a colsole and PC gaming pavilion expo on the opening weekend, plus headliner concerts and an extreme moto sports exhibition. The events draws 30,000 daily visitors.
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Sun, Aug 23; Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23; in San Diego County:
7th annual “SUMMERGRASS BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista, CA. Summergrass bills itself as “Southern California's newest and most exciting bluegrass music festival,” with over 5,000 attendees during the 3 day festival. See complete description and lineup in Friday’s “Out-of-Town” events listings.
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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Sun, Aug 23, every Sun, on broadcast radio & web simulcast:
8 am-noon “PEACE, LOVE & SUNDAY MORNINGS” with veteran deejay Mimi Chen, on 100.3 FM The Sound in L.A., and simulcast everywhere at http://www.thesoundla.com/?nid=41&sid=304. Mimi mixes together the best acoustic, live, reggae, bluegrass, "jam band", and folk performances by Sound artists both new and old. It's music that fits the mellow mood of Sunday mornings in Southern California. The station tells us, “This is a unique opportunity for our listeners to associate with the idealism that grew out of the peace movement in the 1970s. No longer controversial, the core ideals of friendship and togetherness live on-and relate powerfully to new generations of music fans. Tune in and turn on.”
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Sun, Aug 23, recurring:
9 am-1 pm “CLAREMONT FARMER'S MARKET” has live acoustic music in downtown Claremont. RON ELY plays songs of the sea and more on 2nd St between Yale Av and Indian Hill, in old downtown Claremont. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely .
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
10 am-2 pm LIVE MUSIC at WEST L.A. FARMERS MARKET, 11360 Santa Monica Bl (at Corinth); www.westlafarmersmarket.com. Includes free raffle for Farmers Market fresh food. A nice, permanent band shell stage and good sound system distinguish this one. Usually the first act performs from 10 or 10:30 am-noon, there’s a second act noon-1 pm, a break for the raffle of market goodies, and the final act performs 1:15-2 pm. This is a well-structured event. Free wifi at the farmers market and throughout the West L.A. Civic Center Plaza, and Free kids crafts table operated by volunteers 9 am-2 pm, both sponsored by West L.A. Neighborhood Council www.wlanc.com. When you are on the plaza with your laptop, select wlancwifi as your free wireless network. Free event. Map to free parking, www.westlafarmersmarket.com/Location.htm.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 323-848-5100.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Anaheim, 1530 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim; 714-778-2583.
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Closes today, Aug 23:
11 am-4 pm “SPARKLE & TWANG: MARTY STUART’S AMERICAN MUSICAL ODYSSEY” exhibition at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027; 323-667-2000. Event info, www.autrynationalcenter.org/event_calendar/all/2009/04#16. “SPARKLE AND TWANG” tells the story of country music icon MARTY STUART's personal experiences with some of the most famous stars of American music, highlighting several of the greatest performers on the country, bluegrass, rockabilly, and Southern gospel scenes. This uniquely American collection underscores the importance of style and sound with performance costumes, handwritten lyrics, personal letters, musical instruments, and previously unpublished photographs of music legends including PATSY CLINE, HANK WILLIAMS, PORTER WAGONER, JOHNNY CASH, & BOB DYLAN. Exhibition included with museum admission; Tue-Fri, 10 am-4 pm, Sat & Sun 11 am-5 pm; $9 adults; $5 students (age 13-18) and seniors (age 60+); $5 adult students (age 18+ with ID); $3 children (age 3-12); free for children under age 3.
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Sun, Aug 23, repeats every fourth Sun:
11 am-4 pm OLD TIME MUSIC JAM, TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FIDDLE AND BANJO, hosted by BRETT WALLER, at Audubon Nature Center, Debs Park “in the Arroyo,” 4700 N Griffin Av, Highland Park; off the 110 Fwy. Link to the Audubon center has a map: http://www.audubon-ca.org/debs_park.htm. Enter through the main portal of the Audubon center, out to the grounds, pass the pond and wind up the path to under the shade of the old pepper tree. Info, call Brett, 323-441-2113.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week, on web radio:
11 am-1 pm (Pacific time) “COW TRAILS SHOW” from Mancos, Colorado, features live on-air performances by Western music artists hosted by “Western Belle Barb” (Barbara Richhart) on KSJD, simulcast at www.ksjd.org. Studio phone-in numbers for host and on-air guests, 970-564-9727 & 970-564-0808. More, www.myspace.com/mancosbelle
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Sun, Aug 23:
Noon-7 pm THE LORI ANDREWS JAZZ HARP QUARTET plays the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at Rowley Memorial Park, 13220 S Van Ness Av, Gardena 90249; info, contact Evette Wedlow Benjamin, at 310-217-6175.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
12:30-5 pm “BRUNCH AMERICANA” show, hosted by Hillbilly DJ Jeff at The Redwood Bar, 316 W 2nd St, downtown L.A. 90012. It’s a four-act musical afternoon. David Serby has played it, and he tells us, “Get there early for great food and drinks. [It’s] live, independent Western Country Music in Los Angeles!”
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
12:30 pm families; 1:30 pm adults only COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLES at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sun, 12:30 pm families, 1:30 pm adults only. Bring your own drum or percussion instrument to the drum circle or use one of those provided by the gallery. Taught by Mr Blue, a versatile artist from New York.
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Sun, Aug 23, repeats every fourth Sun:
1-5 pm BLUEGRASS JAM at the California Traditional Music Society (CTMS) Center for Folk Music, 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino; 818-817-7756; www.ctmsfolkmusic.org. Info, call Jeff, 310-390-4391. Free.
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Sun, Aug 23, repeats every fourth Sun:
1-5 pm BLUEGRASS JAM at Torrance Elks Lodge, 1820 Abalone Av, Torrance. Info, Bill Elliott, 909-678-1180 or Bob & Lynn Cater, 310-678-1180.
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Sun, Aug 23, repeats every fourth Sun, in Temecula:
OPEN JAM SESSION IN TEMECULA at The Nettworks Ranch, Menifee Valley, in the Temecula / Murrieta Valley, a few miles N of the I-215 / I-15 split, in that triangle. Take Scott Rd W 2 miles off I-215, or Bundy Canyon Rd E 4 miles off I-15. Turn S on Daily Rd; first ranch on right; info, Diana Nett, The Nettworks Ranch, 951-679-7951 or 909-239-5154.
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1:30 pm WELSH CHOIR, for location, contact Rutthy: 818-507-0337.
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1:30-3:30 pm BALI & BEYOND play the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at McGroarty Arts Center, 7570 McGroarty Terrace, Tujunga 91042; info, contact Claire Knowlton, at 818-352-5285.
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Sun, Aug 23; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
2 pm “CAL PHIL SUMMER MAGIC” concludes its season with “BROADWAY’S BEST,” a program inclusive of famous and familiar Broadway themes and anthems, at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, 135 N Grand Av, L.A.; 213-972-7211. Tix, 213-365-3500 or www.ticketmaster.com. More info, www.calphil.org. “Broadway’s Best” includes excerpts from excerpts from “Wicked,” “Mamma Mia!,” “Hairspray,” “Gypsy,” “Die Fledermaus,” and “The Merry Widow.”
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The California Philharmonic – Cal Phil – does a Saturday evening series at the L.A. County Arboretum. Each concert repeats Sunday afternoon at 2 pm at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown L.A., preceded by “Talks with the Maestro” at 1 pm. As the season’s brochure for Cal Phil Festival on the Green and Cal Phil at Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles proudly proclaims, “Whichever venue you choose, you’ll laugh, learn and live the music like never before.” Your editor concurs. This is a delightful series of programs with creatively selected and crafted themes, and a splendid way to spend a hot summer afternoon indoors enjoying music.
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The 2009 “Summer Magic” season brings renowned performing guests, and this performance brings soprano Khori Dastoor and tenor Danny Gurwin as guest artists. “The special ‘summer magic’ of Cal Phil is that we truly offer something for everyone,” says Tom O’Connor, Executive Director. “And when it comes to music you’ve never experienced before, there’s no one better to guide you on your journey than our Maestro [Victor Vener]. He has a doctorate in musicology…but he also has a great sense of humor. It’s a magical combination.”
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Cal Phil’s conductor Dr. Victor Vener, notes, “There have been hundreds of musicals written for Broadway since its first ‘long-run’ musical was produced in the mid 19th century – so many that we’ll never run out of great music to share with our audiences.”
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Included in the program, characteristically for Cal Phil’s themed concerts, are selections from two operettas not normally associated with Broadway – Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss and Franz Lehár’s The Merry Widow.
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“The Merry Widow was a huge hit in both Austria and London,” explains Vener. “And guess where it opened when it came to the US? On Broadway! The same is true of Die Fledermaus, which held its American debut at the historic Stadt Theatre on Broadway.”
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“Wicked,” with songs and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, has broken box office records worldwide, winning three Tony Awards and six Drama Desk Awards. “Hairspray,” by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, broke records as well, winning 11 Olivier Awards in London and eight Tonys on Broadway. And numerous critics believe “Gypsy” – with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim – is, quite simply, the greatest American musical. As for the jukebox musical “Mamma Mia!,” based on songs by the musical group ABBA, over 30 million people had seen it at th etime of a 2007 study. “Now, thanks to Cal Phil, that number will be even higher,” Vener adds with a smile.
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Guest artists soprano Khori Dastoor and tenor Danny Gurwin will join Cal Phil. Dastoor, a native of Pasadena, California, is a rising star in the operatic world. After her performance in the title role of Lucia di Lammermoor with Opera San Jose, Opera News hailed her performance as “the stuff of art” while the San José Mercury News applauded Khori for "one of the most exciting performances seen, on any stage, in the past several years."
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Tenor Danny Gurwin is a Broadway veteran, having appeared in Broadway productions of Little Women, Urinetown, The Full Monty, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Kismet, and A Little Night Music. Of a recent performance, the Chicago Sun Times wrote, “Gurwin gave a transcendent performance.”
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If you haven’t partaken of the Cal Phil season, this is your last chance in 2009. There have been many delightful and memorable moments, and you can expect to leave this show with a smile and your own new memories.
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Sun, Aug 23, recurring:
3-5:30 pm JAZZ COMPOSERS WORKSHOP at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sunday.
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Sun, Aug 23; a “PICK-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS:”
“DIDGERIDOO WORKSHOP” with JOEL HARPER at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624-2928; www.folkmusiccenter.com. The Didgeridoo is possibly the world's oldest musical instrument; originally found in Arnhem Land, Northern Australia.It’s made from limbs and tree trunks hollowed out by termites or hot coals. It can be spelled didgeridoo, didjeridu or didgeridoo. It produces a low-pitch, resonant sound with complex rhythmic patterns. It’s an integral part of ceremonial life for Aboriginal groups of Northern Australia as it accompanies singers and dancers in religious rituals. Want to learn more? Than this workshop is for you. If you don't have a didgeridoo of your own, the venue says, “you can borrow one of ours with a valid driver's license .” Workshop fee is $20. Contact venue for reservations and start time.
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Sun, Aug 23; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
4 pm JOHN BATDORF & DAN NAVARRO play a dual CD release show at the Thousand Oaks Library Music Series, at Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91362; info, www.BodieHouse.com. Both these artists have performed live to the acclaim and delight of listeners on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Dan played live with Eric Lowen, as LOWEN & NAVARRO, and John played for the radio reunion of ’70s Top 30 duo, BATDORF & RODNEY (their first time together on-air in 30+ years). John has performed live several times on “TttT,” solo, and with James Lee Stanley and others. His return to live performances during the past four years has met with phenomenal success, as has Dan Navarro’s solo embarkations, away from the multi-platinum selling songwriting team, Lowen & Navarro. (One example: L&N wrote “We Belong,” a worldwide #4 hit for Pat Benatar.)
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JOHN BATDORF celebrates the release of his new album, “Old Man Dreamin',” which has review comments below.
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DAN NAVARRO celebrates the release of his new album, “Dan Navarro with Stonehoney Live at McCabe's (2009).”
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“Old Man Dreamin' is an incredibly vibrant set of songs based in honest thought, word- and song craft and some of the prettiest melodies you're likely to find in Folk or Pop music." ~ Wildly's World.
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"Expressive lyrics, acoustic guitar, and a catchy bass line fuels the fire on “Ain’t No Way” with its country tonality and moving beat. Fans of the group Eagles will want to tune in to “Old Man Dreamin’” by John Batdorf, as it is fused with well-written gems of folk/country style." ~ Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team , Radioindy.
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"Enough horsesh*t that people over fifty can’t write and perform vital material, that the audience should just retire. People are hungry for fulfilling new music. And John Batdorf has delivered it." ~ Bob Lefsetz , Bob Lefsetz Letter.
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Reservations recommended, to Renee Bodie at bodiehouse@aol.com. Tix, $20.
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4-8 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play "THE HOP" Cajun Dance series, 5201 Clark Av, Lakewood 90721; www.jplproductions.net. Lisa calls this, “The real, Old-Time Cajun deal.” She was a Grammy nominee in the first-ever Cajun-Zydeco album of the year category, and she has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where her Grammy-nominated album debuted. Tix, $20.
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Sun, Aug 23 (& Sat, Aug 22) ; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
4-5:30 pm TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA plays the The Getty Center, Central Garden, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10. The Garden Concerts for Kids series runs Sat and Sun, Aug 15 & 16, Aug 22 & 23, and Aug 29 & 30.
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The acoustic duo Trout Fishing in America possesses the uncanny ability to create a full-bodied ensemble sound using only guitar and bass. Perfectly paired musicians Keith Grimwood (standing 5'1") and Ezra Idlet (standing 6'9") blend folk and pop with reggae, Latin, blues, jazz, and classical to tell imaginative and heartfelt stories about the delights and dilemmas of growing up. Back by popular demand at Garden Concerts for Kids, the charismatic duo engage all ages with their wit and musicianship, creating "music for people who take their fun seriously."
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Hear an excerpt from "La La Land" from Trout Fishing in America's CD, “It's a Puzzle” (2004, Trout Records):
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The series allows you to enjoy the best of children's music in the great outdoors, offering three weekends of “kid-tastic, sing-along fun” in the Central Garden courtesy of Recess Monkey, Trout Fishing in America, and Justin Roberts. Trout Fishing in America performs twangy tunes all weekend. Make it an afternoon—come early to browse the galleries, wander the gardens, and picnic on the grass. Free show, no reservations required.
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4-6 pm JORONOMO BURKE AND THE VOO DOO BLUES BAND at Pershing Square, 532 S Olive St, downtown L.A. 90013; www.laparks.org. A favorite downtown band that has developed into more than a funk, blues-ified jazz classic, R&B sound. This band is a local treasure with a signature slide guitar lead. More at www.myspace.com/joronomo. . Save parking hassles and ride the Red Line light rail (subway) to Pershing Square Station. Concert is free.
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Sun, Aug 23, every Sun:
4-8 pm “SANTA CLARITA VALLEY BLUES SOCIETY MONTHLY JAM” hosted by 21st CENTURY BLUES BAND at The Londoner Pub, 18511 Soledad Canyon Rd, Canyon Country (near Santa Clarita) 91351. They tell us, “You never know who will show up. There’s always lots of great music and fun. The Londoner serves up some free food for these Sunday Jams, so come hungry. Don’t forget to bring your instrument - we’d love to hear your music!” More,www.myspace.com/santaclaritavalleybluessociety and www.scvblues.org. All ages, free.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
4-6 pm “BEGINNERS IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week, through the spring & summer:
5-9 pm “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” country & roots series brings a full lineup each week to The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; www.myspace.com/thegrandoleecho. Several acts on the main stage indoors, plus more live music on the Back Porch Stage, where there’s a BBQ available. Venue has a full bar. All ages, no cover.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
5 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) and WEEKLY COMPLIMENTARY BBQ at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. (BBQ changed to 5-8 pm, effective July 4.) Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Bonnie, 4-6 pm. Every Sunday they “light up the 'ol barbie and throw on anything from marinated tri-tip beef to good 'ol hamburgers. Every BBQ is served with all the fixin's, like baked beans, vegetables, rice, cole slaw, potato salad and more.” They tell us, “If you're looking for something really fun and different to do on Sundays, then head on down to The Cowboy Palace Saloon for dance lessons at 4, mouthwatering BBQ at 5, and a hot country band starting at 6!” No cover.
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Sun, Aug 23, 4th Sun, every month:
5-9 pm SONGMAKERS “WEST L.A. HOOT & POTLUCK” in West L.A.; for location, contact Mha Atma Khalsa, WestLAHoot@songmakers.org or 310-203-0162; www.songmakers.org.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week; on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “MOUNTAIN STAGE,” the long-time NPR roots music show with live performances, hosted by Larry Groce, from the West Virginia University Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. No L.A. broadcast station carries this incredibly popular show (or any other NPR syndicated folk-Americana performance-interview show) but you can find a simulcast from any of many other stations at www.mountainstage.org or get info at 304-293-SHOW.
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Sun, Aug 23, 4th Sun, every month; in Arroyo Grande:
5:30-8:30 pm “BLUEGRASS SLOW JAM” for beginners, at SLO Down Pub, 1200 E Grand Av (at Brisco), Arroyo Grande. Info, 805-473-0102.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
6-8 pm CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 play a new “Sunday Happy Hour” residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar. You’ve seen them on TV, as final-round finalists on “America’s Next Great Band,” and they made it to #29 on the Americana charts at the close of 2008. Bluegrass-Americana music and drink specials on the West Side. More at www.oldnumber7.net.
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6:30 pm DAVID KIRTON plays the “Children’s Night” Sunday series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. In “Island Songs for Children,” David, who hails from the Southern Caribbean, performs “Spirited children’s folk songs and legends from Barbados.” Good so far, but be aware that it’s specifically cited as a “blend of ‘reggae, soul, rock, and pop.’” The promo says, “His thoughtful, original, artistic sound will delight your family and show you that he is not simply the typical reggae artist.” More at www.davidkirton.com. You can avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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Sun, Aug 23; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm “HEROES OF WOODSTOCK” tour reaches L.A., with JEFFERSON STARSHIP, CANNED HEAT, MELANIE, JOHN SEBASTIAN, COUNTRY JOE McDONALD, BIG BROTHER & THE HOLDING COMPANY, TEN YEARS AFTER, TOM CONSTANTEN, and more, at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; http://greektheatrela.com. More at http://theheroesofwoodstock.com.
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Sun, Aug 23:
7 pm THE LATE BLOOMERS at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com.
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THE LATE BLOOMERS are DAN AMES, GAYLE BLUEMEL, ROSS (DEBE) JOHNSEN, & SCOTT SHEPHERD, an acoustic folk-rock band with some intriguing originals in its repertoire. Now two married couples, they cut their teeth on the music of Dylan and Neil Young while still in high school in the sixties and have since found their own sound by putting their individual stamp on favorites from that era. All four are accomplished vocalists and pleasing harmonies dominate the sets. Dan is a singer-songwriter with a gentle guitar style that he has carried over to the dobro and pedal steel, and Gayle, his wife, plays the keyboard for the group. Debe, the other passionate singer-songwriter, plays guitar and bass. Scott rounds-out the instrumentals with his mandolin and driving blues harmonica. They have individually been part of the Pasadena and L.A. music scene for many years and have played with other bands, including Smokewood, Touch Candy, The Shakin’ Snakes, Blind Ross, RetroActive, and Accelerator and are now enjoying their collaboration as The Late Bloomers. Tix, $18.
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Sun, Aug 23:
7 pm JOHN WICKS & PAUL COLLINS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $15.
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Sun, Aug 23; in Santa Barbara:
7 pm DIANA KRALL at the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara; 805-962-7411; www.sbbowl.com. Understated elegance and sophisticated song stylings mark Diana Krall as one of jazz’s leading ladies. Her tour is promoting her brand new album, “Quiet Nights.” Tonight, Krall takes the audience on an intimate journey of ballads and bossa novas. Tix: Floor Sections T, U, V, $87.50; Preferred J,K,L,M,N,O $87.50; G,H,I : $77.50; D,E,F: $67.50; A,B,C: $57.50.
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Sun, Aug 23, every Sun:
7-8 pm JES HUDAK plays her weekly residency at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). JES HUDAK is a singer/songwriter living in Los Angeles. Her weapons of choice are the piano and her voice, and she has been known to wield a guitar from time to time. Her live performance “takes her audience on a journey through laughter and love and sadness and heartbreak. Her voice is powerful and soulful, and her songs are original, emotional, and real.” Artist info, www.jes-hudak.com and www.myspace.com/jeshudak
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Venue serves vegan & omnivore “comfort food,” fruit smoothies and organic coffee & tea beverages. Entertainment (of various kinds) every night, usually beginning 9:30-10 pm, after the shows in the surrounding theatre district. Venue has a beautiful piano and a house guitar for musician use, or bring your own instrument. They say, “We welcome people to come by and play anytime - you never know when the Muses might appear!” They tell us, “We are always looking for piano players & musicians to accompany the singers and spoken word artists (or to come in and jam with us).” Email them to be added to their roster, at TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com. Early arrival recommended; $5 minimum for table service requested, otherwise, no cover.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week:
7 pm PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH MARC PLATT at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; www.kulakswoodshed.com. Must be a member in advance to gain entry. Limit 10 performers per week. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/workshop.shtml. Each week's workshop is $20, with all proceeds to the venue.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week, on radio and web radio:
7-9 pm “FOLKSCENE” is a long-running folk music show from Los Angeles, hosted by ROZ LARMAN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, 98.7 FM in Santa Barbara, and simulcast at www.kpfk.org. Each edition features a long-form performance-interview, recorded live, with a guest recording artist. The show celebrated its 37th year on the air in February 2008. Info on the show and guests, playlists, and tributes to the late co-host HOWARD LARMAN, at www.folkscene.com.
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Sun, Aug 23, every week, on web radio:
7 pm “FLAT CAT RADIO,” hosted by DAVE STRAUSS, features live on-air performance-interviews at www.myspace.com/flatcatradio. It’s a weekly live web-only show focused on Los Angeles-based songwriters of all genres, but the live segment is generally an acoustic performance.
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Sun, Aug 23, every Sun:
9 pm “RUSTY SUNDAYS” weekly showcase of “L.A.’s best up-and-coming rock, country, blues and folk music acts, on the Wild-West side” at Rusty’s Surf Ranch, 256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica 90401. Musical hosts are MATT OWENS & THE GOLDEN WEST, plus another act or two. $3 cover.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 22-28; in the OC:
Annual “INDIE FEST USA” in Anaheim, CA is, say its organizers, the "Great Entertainment Festival" on the West Coast, taking place at the world famous Downtown Disney District, AMC 12 Theaters and the Anaheim House of Blues. It’s “Eight days of fun, films, entertainment, extreme sports, live music and filled with Red Carpet arrivals, parties and celebrities.” Included this year is a colsole and PC gaming pavilion expo on the opening weekend, plus headliner concerts and an extreme moto sports exhibition. The events draws 30,000 daily visitors.
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Mon, Aug 24, every Mon, on web radio:
Noon-12:30 pm “GUNSLINGER RADIO SHOW” with host Cowboy Hud and performing guests on web radio KSGV, Glendora, at http://ksgvradio.com.
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Mon, Aug 24, every week; on radio & web simulcast:
1-4 pm “BUFFALO BAYOU” radio show hosted by Jake Bacon on KUCI, simulcast at http://www.kuci.org. Sometimes with live performances. It’s “a swamp pop, Cajun, Zydeco, and all things bayou sonic gumbo laced with international flavorings and a wild attitude, cooked up, and served live to the world on the web and on itunes, and at 88.9 FM in Irvine since 2003. In addition to the KUCI webstream, the show is live on myspace at www.myspace.com/jakebacon889.
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2-4 pm “HEAR, HERE” at the Lost Souls Café, 124 E 4th St (down the gated alley), downtown L.A.; 213-617-7006; www.lostsouls.com. A weekly live benefit event of “whatever” kind of music, by and for www.killradio.org, which has daily internet radio and live webcasts on Fridays, Noon-2 pm. The “Kill Radio” webcast is a submission show; send them your CDs or mp3s for “guaranteed” airplay. All the info for that is at www.myspace.com/hear_here.
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3:59-5:15 pm (Pacific time) “WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR” live simulcast from Lexington, Kentucky. Those near Lexington are invited to attend the show live; the rest of us can watch and listen live on the web, or download the podcast later, at www.woodsongs.com. The host is folksinger MICHAEL JOHNATHON, and both he and many of his guests have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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Michael’s “WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour” is a multi-media celebration of grassroots Americana music, heard worldwide in radio syndication (except in L.A.) and seen and heard on the web. Every Monday evening, Michael and his guests perform folk and bluegrass, and the show explores songwriting, new artists, literature, worldwide radio, television and concerts. WoodSongs is the world first multi-camera, weekly series broadcast on the Internet. Online viewers worldwide can watch the behind-the-scenes production heard by over 900,000 radio listeners on over 491 radio stations each week. Here’s the weekly schedule, adjusted to Pacific time: 4 pm - watch the 60 minute show live as it happens; 5:03 pm - join the audience as they record the promo for the just-completed show; 5:05 pm - enjoy the guest artist's encore performances, not heard on the radio broadcast.
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Mon, Aug 24, every Mon:
6-10 pm MARC BOSSERMAN plays his residency at Parkway Grill, 510 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena 91105; reserv recommended, 626-795-1001 (or hang out at the bar). He delivers fine piano and vocals, and he composed a film score for a movie due out soon. Info, www.marcbosserman.com.
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Mon, Aug 24, recurring, on web radio:
6 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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Mon, Aug 24, every week:
7 pm free “J.A.M. SESSIONS” series continues at the Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org; box dinner orders 310-652-3797. Grounds open two hours early for picnics, so pack your basket and a bottle of vino and head for the Ford. A variety of events and activities happen through the summer in this series. It is NOT what musicians would recognize as a “jam session.” It’s a structured program. Check the Ford’s site to see what happens tonight. This series is free, but you should reserve a spot by calling the Ford at 323-461-3673.
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Mon, Aug 24, repeats every 4th (& 2nd) Mon; in Corona:
7-10 pm CORONA BLUEGRASS JAM at Crossroads Christian Church, 2331 Kellogg Av (at Ontario Av), Corona. Info, contact Todd Holtkamp, 951-347-2597 or onetoad@adelphia.net. Todd says, “Open Jam, all levels welcome. Having a good time is mandatory. If the weather is good we will be outside in front of the main building. If the weather is bad we will be inside.”
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Mon, Aug 24, every week:
“PRO BLUES JAM” at Cozy's Bar & Grill, 14058 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks; 818-986-6000 www.cozysblues.com. Check with venue for tonight’s start time.
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“ALL STAR PRO JAM” (blues, R&B, jazz, soul, etc.) every Monday at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676. Check with venue for tonight’s start time.
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7:30 pm OPEN MIC at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; Web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. This is named as the “Best Acoustic Open Mic” in L.A. AND the “Best Web Simulcast,” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. Kulak’s provides all necessary connections for acoustic stage, plus a baby grand piano. Hosted by LISA TURNER. Sign-ups 7-7:15 pm, show at 7:30 pm. Performers may choose (in advance) to purchase a multi-camera DVD of their performance. One (max length 3-4 minute) song per performer. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/openmic.shtml. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Mon & Tue, Aug 24 & 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com..
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They have performed with numerous symphony orchestras across the country, to great acclaim. The Riders, with mandolin phenom EVAN MARSHALL (aka “Relaxin' Jackson”), are not simply included in FolkWorks magazine’s “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” feature, they are picked as THE best in the “Top Ten Live Acoustic Bands in L.A. in 2008: #1 - Riders of the Purple Sage. That notation reads, “They’re amazing and transcend their genre, as they prove when they perform with symphony orchestras. Endorsed by the widow of band founder Foy Willing, and with mandolin wizard Evan Marshall now solidly a member, they are the best acoustic band in L.A., period.” In addition, Evan Marshall is named in that same FolkWorks feature among the “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” live instrumentalists in L.A.
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The Riders of the Purple Sage have enjoyed L.A.’s most successful monthly residency, routinely selling-out six weeks in advance. They are one of, if not "the" most historical Western band in the world, having starred in films and radio from pre-war days to the present. Today's Riders, under the leadership of CODY BRYANT, put on a show rich with old and new music. Band members are instrumental virtuosos, including five-string banjo, hot lead guitar, twin fiddles, steel guitar, upright bass, drums/percussion, steel guitar, and consummate vocals. While keeping alive the tradition of the original Riders' sound and enjoying the endorsement of SHARON WILLING, widow of band founder FOY WILLING and author of the book, “No One to Cry To,” the band continues to write and perform new material that carries on and builds upon their signature style. Adding a strong swing influence (ala Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys), their performances appeal to listeners and dancers of all ages.
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Larry Wines wrote of one performance that they were “ethereal” and “orchestral,” and indeed, they often perform with symphony orchestras. Larry added in that review, “They exceeded musicianship. They exceeded their genre.” Coffee Gallery Backstage impresario Bob Stane adds, “You owe it to yourself to see this most amazing and amusing exhibit. Forget what you think you like and don’t like. See The Riders Of The Purple Sage.”
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Mon, Aug 24, every week:
8 pm “BLUE MONDAYS” brings NEW ORLEANS WEST and featured blues performers to Club Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, L.A. 90016; www.faisdodo.com; 323-215-5212; (Adams & Cloverdale; exit La Brea S from 10 Fwy). Free red beans & rice with BBQ chicken.
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8 pm “KILLING CASSANOVA'S SALOON MONDAYS” series at The Bordello, 901 E First St, L.A 90012; www.bordellobar.com; 213-687-3766. Event info, scheduled performers, www.myspace.com/saloonmonday. Always a lineup of alt-country and roots bands, often with names you recognize and already know you want to go see. The Bordello is the oldest bar and brothel in downtown Los Angeles, reflecting its legendary status as the theater of the unusual and provocative, and it is now the venue for “Killing Cassanova’s Saloon Mondays.” $3 cover.
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8 pm “ACOUSTIC MONDAYS” in-the-round showcase, guided by singer-songwriter JAY NASH, with different guest artists each week, at Room 5, 143 N LaBrea Av (2nd floor, above Amalfi Ristorante), L.A. 90036; 323-938-2504. Upscale, cozy atmosphere with affordable food. Full bar and menu.
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8 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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8-9 pm “MONDAY NIGHT POETRY” at the Santa Catalina Branch Library, 999 E Washington Bl, Pasadena 91104 ; info, www.home.earthlink.net/~mondaynightpoetry/; contact Don Kingfisher Campbell, mondaynightpoetry@earthlink.net or 626-744-7272. Featured poets and open readings; sign-up by 8 pm. They say, “This is your chance to share your poetry with the public and to hear professional poets performing their newest creations.” Accessible to people with disabilities, and handicapped parking available. Adults, free.
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Mon, Aug 24, every week:
ON HIATUS: 8-11 pm blues legend BERNIE PEARL has long hosted the weekly BLUES JAM at M'Dear's, 78th & Western, L.A. But, the series is on hiatus because the venue is remodeling. We’ll let you know when it returns. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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8:30 pm “TALENT NIGHT” hosted by CHAD WATSON BAND at the Cowboy Palace Saloon (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Cash prizes, and some winners have gone on to perform on the Grand Ole Opry. Free dance lessons 7-8:30 pm, "Two-Step with Ed." No cover.
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8:30 pm OPEN MIC at the Rainbow Bar and Grill, 9015 W Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 310-278-4232. Sign-ups at 8, show at 8:30 pm.
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8:30 pm OPEN-MIC hosted by Gordon Gilges at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). The venue tells us, ”There's a piano & guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you. Bring your music, your own instruments, your friends!” Sign-ups are at 8 pm. Comedy is now from 7:30-8:30 pm, with those sign-ups at 7:30 pm. They add, “We are trying to create a community of artists who support each other, so participants are encouraged to come early and stay as long as you can to show the love to your fellow open-mic-ers. You may even get to go up a second time. The night may even turn into a big music jam, so be prepared for anything! There's a piano and guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you.”
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Venue serves vegan & omnivore “comfort food,” fruit smoothies and organic coffee & tea beverages. Entertainment (of various kinds) every night, usually beginning 9:30-10 pm, after the shows in the surrounding theatre district. Venue has a beautiful piano and a house guitar for musician use, or bring your own instrument. They say, “We welcome people to come by and play anytime - you never know when the Muses might appear!” They tell us, “We are always looking for piano players & musicians to accompany the singers and spoken word artists (or to come in and jam with us).” Email them to be added to their roster, at TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com. Early arrival recommended; $5 minimum for table service requested, otherwise, no cover.
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Mon, Aug 24, every week:
9-11:30 pm "IRISH MUSIC SESSION" weekly at Celtic Arts Center’s new shared location, Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com. Schedule every week is Irish language workshop at 7 pm, followed by the Irish céilí dance workshop at 8 pm, then comes Southern California's longest running traditional Celtic music seisiún, from 9-11:30 pm. Free.
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Mon, Aug 24, every week:
9:30 pm “JJ SONG SALON” weekly singer-songwriter night at Life on Wilshire, 6311 Wilshire Bl, L.A. 90048; 323-651-5433; www.lifeonwilshire.com. Grammy award winning producer JOHN JONES (Fleetwood Mac, Duran Duran, Celine Dion) is the “JJ” who assembles an eclectic mix of performers for an evening of live acoustic entertainment. Complete list, with links, for this week’s performers at www.jjsongsalon.com. Each plays a short set, beginning at 9:30 pm. Dinner seating available starting at 6:30 pm.
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Mon, Aug 24, every Mon:
9:30 pm Weekly “SINGER SONGWRITER EVENING” hosted by PRESTON SMITH (Preston Smith & the Crocodiles) at Lucy's 51, 10149 Riverside Dr (just E of Cahuenga, at Forman), Toulca Lake. "Preston is a singing, guitar and harmonica playing virtuoso of blues and jazz, which makes him a great fit. His stuff is upbeat, intelligent and classy, He's known for his widespread appeal to a variety of audiences and some say his music knows no boundaries. While Smith's songwriting skills have received a big thumbs up from critics all over the map, his live gigs are legendary." - John Sollenberger, The Pasadena Weekly.
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Mon, Aug 24, every week:
10:30 pm “BLUES JAM” with MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Babe's and Ricky's Inn, 4339 Leimert Bl, L.A.; 323-295-9112; www.bluesbar.com.. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Monday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Event info, Info, info@bluesbar.com. No cover.
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Tuesday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are INCENDIO with its fiery Latin guitar / acoustic world fusion at Memorial Park Bandshell (aka Levitt Pavilion, but not part of the Levitt series), in Pasadena, 6-7 pm; STAN WEST at Frisella's Roastery in Glendora, 6-8:15 pm; PLÁCIDO DOMINGO & YO-YO MA with the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC at the Hollywood Bowl at 8 pm; and, the RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE at The Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 8 pm.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 22-28; in the OC:
Annual “INDIE FEST USA” in Anaheim, CA is, say its organizers, the "Great Entertainment Festival" on the West Coast, taking place at the world famous Downtown Disney District, AMC 12 Theaters and the Anaheim House of Blues. It’s “Eight days of fun, films, entertainment, extreme sports, live music and filled with Red Carpet arrivals, parties and celebrities.” Included this year is a colsole and PC gaming pavilion expo on the opening weekend, plus headliner concerts and an extreme moto sports exhibition. The events draws 30,000 daily visitors.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week; in Loma Linda:
9-11:30 am “LOMA LINDA UKULELE STRUMMERS” welcomes all, every Tuesday at the Loma Linda Senior Center, 25541 Barton Rd (behind the Civic Center), Loma Linda. (Sr Center at the far end of the parking lot.) Info, www.lomalindaukestrummers.org. Contact, Ginny Stone, 909 795 3841 or harryginny@hotmail.com.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week:
4:30-6 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113. Learn to play Jarana, a string Instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose Sones-songs; gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music; work sound & lights. Open to adults, children and teens. No cover, donations are accepted.
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Tue, Aug 25, last Tue, every month; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
6-8:15 pm STAN WEST at Frisella's Roastery, 179 N Glendora Av, Glendora; 626-852-1810. A bluesman from hat to boots, Stan West is, according to blues expert Bernie Pearl, one of this country's premiere slide guitarists. Vintage Guitar Magazine wrote, "Stan West knows the Blues," and Seven Days adds, "If there is any justice, Stan West would be a legend." He’s still working on that, with his new CD, “Live at Mr. Mike’s.”
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When he played the Fret House, they noted, “Stan West is something of an institution on the Southern Californian blues scene, delighting the patrons of the area's blues clubs with his potent slide guitar riffs for around thirty years, as well as opening for artists like Bo Diddley, Johnny Winter and Robben Ford. A rather astute observer of that four-letter word called ‘life,’ Stan West knows the blues.”
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Stan has quite a history, indeed, including performing on stage with all those luminaries, and even with Janis Joplin. In 1977, a stroke paralyzed one side of his body and robbed him of the ability to play. Overcoming that with a new and unique slide guitar style, he launched the Stan West Band in ’79. Beginning in ’83, he became proprietor of Stan’s Guitar Shop in Glendora. His previous CDs were released in ’94 and ’97. More recently, Stan was diagnosed with coronary artery disease, and has been forced to declare “no more smoke-filled clubs!” Catching Stan perform these days is a rare treat. More at www.stanwest.com. Venue offers great food, beer and wine. Stan says, “Try their tri-tip for a real sandwich treat!”
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Tue, Aug 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
6-7 pm INCENDIO brings its fiery Latin guitar / acoustic world fusion to the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at Memorial Park Bandshell (aka Levitt Pavilion), 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103, Info, contact Cynthia Rosedale, 626-685-6724 or 626-795-4331. You’ve heard their music on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” and at dozens of festivals. They are favorites at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, up the hill in Altadena. Tonight is a chance to catch half the show they perform up there, and this one is free. This show is not listed in the Levitt Pavilion series, because the Tuesday summer series is separate, hosted by the neighboring Pasadena Senior Center as an all-ages show, in its 25th year. Schedule at www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org/seasonal2.pdf. Free.
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Tue, Aug 25, 4th Tue, every month:
6-8:45 pm “COMMUNITY FOLK MUSIC JAM” led by Bea Romano & Jim, it’s a traditional folk music jam at the Barbara J. Riley Center, 7810 Quill St, Downey 90242; 562-904-7226. Event info, www.folkjam.org; 562-861-7049. All acoustic instruments and singers welcome, as are good listeners. Bea says, “It's a lovely facility. We hope you will join in the fun. There are plenty of armless chairs. Best of all, it's free!”
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Tue, Aug 25, every week:
6-9 pm “BBQ TUESDAY” with live original acoustic music at Mary's Market & Canyon Café, in Sierra Madre Canyon, 561 Woodland Av, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4534. Not an open mic; acts are booked in advance. Cozy venue, yummy food!
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Tue, Aug 25, every week:
6 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS JAM at Curley’s Café, 1999 E Willow (at Cherry), Signal Hill; 562-424-0018.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week:
6-8 pm ARANA MUSIC LESSONS at IMIX Bookstore, 5052 Eagle Rock Bl, Eagle Rock; 323-257-2512; www.imixbooks.com. For beginners to experts music lessons focusing on the arana and Son Jarocho, presented by Caesar Castro, El Jarochelo.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week; in Menifee:
6-8:30 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & RON DAIGH, folk fest faves, at Giovanni's, Pizza, Pasta & More, 26900 Newport Rd #112, Menifee 92584; 951-672-8080. Info, www.sandiicastleberry.com.
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Tue, Aug 25, every Tue:
6:30-11 pm “SOUP JAM,” Don Rowan’s country & bluegrass jam, at 3240 Industry Dr, Signal Hill 90755. Info, contact Don, 562-883-0573. Acoustic instruments only, floating mic for voice; soup, donuts, coffee & tap water served. Loc is 1 mile S of 405 Fwy, 1.2 mi S of Long Beach Airport. Lakewood Bl South exit from 405, immediate right onto Willow for 1 mi (W), left on Redondo for 3/4 mile (S), right onto Industry Dr for 0.2 mi (W), building is first entrance for last building on the left; a fair-sized industrial building with high ceilings.
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Tue, Aug 25, every Tue through Aug:
7-9 pm PONCHO SANCHEZ & HIS LATIN JAZZ BAND closes this year’s “WINE, JAZZ & MOONLIGHT” sixth annual summer series tonight at the Hollywood & Highland Center. Enjoy free concerts by some of the country's top jazz performers on summer Tuesday evenings in the central courtyard of Hollywood and Highland Center. The event is FREE to the public. There is an optional wine tasting donation ($10 for two glasses of wine and crackers to enjoy during the performance) with wine provided by Wente Vineyards to benefit Project Angel Food. Come early, and grab some dinner at one of the local restaurants.
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Tue, Aug 25, last Tue, every month:
7-8:45 pm GILLI MOON plays her monthly residency and “SONGSALIVE! SHOWCASE” at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90046; 323-653-0640. It’s a mostly-acoustic event with guest artists. Gill says, “It features 'moi,' plus a couple of cool cats from Songsalive! - and we all perform in the round on stage. It's really a wonderful night, and starts early, 7 pm stage time.” Venue is known for its Chinese food; call for dinner reserv. Plenty of parking, $7 cover.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week:
7-10 pm OPEN MIC - Music, Comedy, Spoken Word, at Synergy Café Lounge, 4437 Sepulveda Bl (just S of Culver Bl), Culver City; www.synergycafelounge.com; 310-482-3490. An eclectic open mic night. Bring your instruments, poetry, comedy, and anything else you'd like to share during your 8-10 minute set. Great atmosphere, excellent opportunity to see and meet other performers. No cover, food / drink purchase expected. Info, contact MC Jackie, jackielievense@yahoo.com.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week; in the Inland Empire:
7 pm “LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY OPEN JAM” at Loma Linda University College Market Patio Pantry, 24905 Anderson St, (at Mound & Anderson St, near US Post Office, behind other buildings), Loma Linda. Every Tue in 2009.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week, in Palmdale:
7 pm “TUESDAY JAVA JAM” ACOUSTIC NIGHT at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St.West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530. Butler's owners, Pam & David Logan, are long-time lovers and supporters of acoustic music. Indeed, Pam is an accomplished musician and a member of the BROWNE SISTERS, Celtic festival favorites who earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” The venue serves food and drink, featuring fresh-roasted coffee, in a rich, comfortable setting. Butler's music guy, Kevin Burton Smith, has had great success in attracting excellent acoustic music to Butler's.
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Tue, Aug 25, every week; in Tehachapi:
7-10 pm “ACOUSTIC JAM” at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.mamahillybeans.com. They welcome "All unplugged acoustic players." Venue has great ambience, food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." No cover.
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Tue, Aug 25, recurring:
7:30 pm Weekly OPEN MIC at Cahuenga General Store (aka Hallenbecks), 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood 91601; www.MySpace.com/CahuengaGeneralStore; 818-985-5916. Venue offers sandwiches, coffeehouse fare. No cover.
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Tue, Aug 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm PLÁCIDO DOMINGO & YO-YO MA join the LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC for tonight’s “TUESDAY CLASSICS” summer series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Tonight, with PLÁCIDO DOMINGO, conductor, is YO-YO MA, cello, in a program of DVORÁK, Cello Concerto; TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5.
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Tue, Aug 25; Mon & Tue, Aug 24 & 25; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com.
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They have performed with numerous symphony orchestras across the country, to great acclaim. The Riders, with mandolin phenom EVAN MARSHALL (aka “Relaxin' Jackson”), are not simply included in FolkWorks magazine’s “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” feature, they are picked as THE best in the “Top Ten Live Acoustic Bands in L.A. in 2008: #1 - Riders of the Purple Sage. That notation reads, “They’re amazing and transcend their genre, as they prove when they perform with symphony orchestras. Endorsed by the widow of band founder Foy Willing, and with mandolin wizard Evan Marshall now solidly a member, they are the best acoustic band in L.A., period.” In addition, Evan Marshall is named in that same FolkWorks feature among the “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” live instrumentalists in L.A.
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The Riders of the Purple Sage have enjoyed L.A.’s most successful monthly residency, routinely selling-out six weeks in advance. They are one of, if not "the" most historical Western band in the world, having starred in films and radio from pre-war days to the present. Today's Riders, under the leadership of CODY BRYANT, put on a show rich with old and new music. Band members are instrumental virtuosos, including five-string banjo, hot lead guitar, twin fiddles, steel guitar, upright bass, drums/percussion, steel guitar, and consummate vocals. While keeping alive the tradition of the original Riders' sound and enjoying the endorsement of SHARON WILLING, widow of band founder FOY WILLING and author of the book, “No One to Cry To,” the band continues to write and perform new material that carries on and builds upon their signature style. Adding a strong swing influence (ala Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys), their performances appeal to listeners and dancers of all ages.
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Larry Wines wrote of one performance that they were “ethereal” and “orchestral,” and indeed, they often perform with symphony orchestras. Larry added in that review, “They exceeded musicianship. They exceeded their genre.” Coffee Gallery Backstage impresario Bob Stane adds, “You owe it to yourself to see this most amazing and amusing exhibit. Forget what you think you like and don’t like. See The Riders Of The Purple Sage.”
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Read all about the honors in the “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” feature in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. More at www.ridersofthepurplesage.com
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8 pm TOM JONES at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; http://greektheatrela.com. In his native Wales, the legendary Welsh singer is known as "Jones the Voice." Today, he is one of the enduring personalities in the music entertainment business. His unique vocal power, ability and charismatic persona make him one of the most respected, admired and loved performers in modern popular music. Tom has sustained his popularity for more than four decades. Born Thomas Jones Woodward in Pontypridd, South Wales, Great Britain on Jun 7, 1940, his father worked the coalmines of the Rhondda Valley, while his mother tended the house and the two children. After marrying at 17, Tom went on to sign with Decca Records in London.
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Tom has a fundamental interest in a wide range of musical expression. Although he is best known for hits including “Kiss,” “Delilah” and “If I Only Knew” he is first and foremost a rocker with a true rhythm and blues soul. He has remained a vital recording artist, with his 1999 album Reload the biggest selling (5m) of his then 35-year career and his key involvement in Martin Scorsese’s Red White & Blues series for PBS. His latest musical offering, 24 Hours (S Curve/Nov 2008), is his first album release in the US for 15 years and has been nominated as “possibly a career best”, with many of the self-penned tracks being an insightful reflection of his life thus far. The album also includes “Sugar Daddy” which was specially written for Tom by U2’s Bono, and an emotionally wrenching re-make of Bruce Springsteen’s “The Hitter.”
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The live reviews of Tom’s shows have been stellar. Vanity Fair exclaimed, “The audience—a mix of ages and seemingly spanning the spectrum from true believers to ironists—was eager to be taken for a ride, or maybe be just run over. And so we were. Wham, bam, thank you, sir!!’’ while The New York Times said, “[His] strategic secret is that while he has a big voice, he applies it lightly, even glancingly, opening it up only at peak moments. His set at Terminal 5 was a one-man variety show…and he sang..with knowing smiles and rakish aplomb.” Tom was knighted by Her Majesty the Queen in 2006 and enjoys a consistent touring schedule throughout the year.
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8-9:30 pm “TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC CLUB” weekly series with KACEE and MICHAEL DOMAN, with different musical guests each week, at Molly Malone's, 575 S Fairfax Av, L.A. 90036; 323-935-1577; www.mollymalonesla.com. Began Jul 8, 2008. Michael says, “Tuesdays just got a whole lot better.”
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8 pm OPEN MIC at El Cid, 4212 Sunset Bl, Silver Lake 90029; www.elcidla.com. Hosted by MICHAEL McCARTHY the second and fourth Tuesdays, every month. A&R staff from “My Record Label” is on-site recruiting artists based on their original performances. Selected artists will receive an artist page on www.myrecordlabel.net along with a free 3-camera video shoot and professional audio mix of their performance. Sign ups at 7 pm, show at 8 pm. You can sign-up in advance online at www.myspace.com/openmicatelcid .
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8 pm OPEN MIC at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank; www.vivacantina.com; 818-515-4444.
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8 pm OPEN MIC at Sierra Cup, 409 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-301-4214; www.sierracup.com. Sign-ups at 7:30 pm.
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8 pm weekly “SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” features guest artists and BETH FITCHET WOOD, who plays the opening set each week, at the The Marine Room Tavern, 214 Ocean Av, Laguna Beach; 949-494-3027.
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8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free swing dance lessons with Ed, 7-8:30 pm. No cover.
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9 pm-12:30 am “BLUES ROCK JAM” night at Music Club Shadow, 351 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90048; www.mogul.am; reservations, 323-428-8471. Open for dinner at 7 pm; those not there by 9 pm lose priority seating. Venue has a capacity of 250, with ample free parking (wonderful news in this part of town!) and full dinner menu including exotic Russian cuisine and lighter fare, and full bar. Big patio for those still afflicted with smoking. Their goal is to present “great, energizing live music, local artists and bands as well as international acts.” They note, “As can be seen from the 2009 Grammy Awards, half the winners were indie artists. Club Shadow supports this trend.”
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Monday - Singer-Songwriter "Create" night, 8 pm-12:30 am
Tuesday - “Pro-Jam, Tribute/Cover Bands night,” 9 pm-12:30 am
Wednesday - “Platinum Divas Live!” night, 8 pm-12:30 am
Thursday - “Blues, Blues/Rock, Funk night,” 8 pm-12:30 am
Sunday - “Pop, Rock, Indie Rock, World Music” night, 8 pm-11:30 am
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Wednesday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are FLACO JIMÉNEZ at the Levitt Pavilion MacArthur Park, downtown L.A.. at 7:30 pm; CHRIS ISAAK and SUSAN TEDESCHI at the Greek Theatre at 7:30 pm; JOE RATHBURN plus DALE LaDUKE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 8 pm; DIZZY GILLESPIE ALL-STAR BIG BAND with JAMES MOODY, plus the ROY HARGROVE BIG BAND, and GORDON GOODWIN’S BIG PHAT BAND, at the Hollywood Bowl at 8 pm.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 22-28; in the OC:
Annual “INDIE FEST USA” in Anaheim, CA is, say its organizers, the "Great Entertainment Festival" on the West Coast, taking place at the world famous Downtown Disney District, AMC 12 Theaters and the Anaheim House of Blues. It’s “Eight days of fun, films, entertainment, extreme sports, live music and filled with Red Carpet arrivals, parties and celebrities.” Included this year is a colsole and PC gaming pavilion expo on the opening weekend, plus headliner concerts and an extreme moto sports exhibition. The events draws 30,000 daily visitors.
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Aug 26-29, in Utah:
9 am-7 pm 11th annual “WESTERN LEGENDS ROUND-UP” in Kanab "Little Hollywood" Utah, downtown, on Main Street, Kanab, UT; info, 435-644-3444. Saddle up with classic Hollywood western movie stars and wild west performers, as they ride into "Little Hollywood" This Cowboy Celebration features music by THE SONS OF THE SAN JOAQUIN, CHRIS LEDOUX'S BAND, WESTERN UNDERGROUND, ELI BARSI and many others. New for 2009, history meets Hollywood with Dr. Buck's Wild Bunch, and Wild West Comedy Gunfight & Stunt Shows, “featuring Hollywood stuntmen and a stage show, Sidekicks, Stunts & Six Guns, a tribute to America's Westerns starring Rob Doudell as Gabby, Hollywood Stuntman Dr Buck Montgomery & Gun Spinning Champion Hotshot Johnny,” says their promotion. Meet Hollywood stars Clint Walker, Peter Brown, Ed Faulkner, Dan Haggerty, Neil Summers, Denny Miller, Wyatt McCrea, Cheryl Rogers Barnett, James Hampton & Don Shanks. Shop the vendors & street fair, enjoy great food and discover why hundreds of movie westerns where filmed here. Don't miss the big Cowboy Poetry Round-Up, Quilt Show, Hollywood Film Festival, Folklife Workshops, Kids Korral Arts & Crafts, Fiddle Contest, Live Music, Trail Rides and One-of-a-Kind Tours of Real Movie Sets that include “Gunsmoke” & “Outlaw Josey Wales.” There’s a Saturday "High Noon" Parade, and a wagon train you can ride prior to the Festival.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed, in Yucaipa:
12:30 pm “YUCAIPA UKERS,” THE YUCAIPA UKULELE GANG, an ‘off-shoot’ of the Loma Linda Ukulele Strummers (LLUS), meets every Wed (recently changed; was 10:30 am). Info, loc, www.lomalindaukestrummers.org.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
3-7 pm “ROOTS MUSIC JAM SESSION” with TOM SAUBER at the Sierra Madre Farmers' Market, in the parking lot behind the shops on the south side of Sierra Madre Blvd., just west of Baldwin Av, in Sierra Madre. Take Baldwin Av exit N from 210 Fwy. Turn W off Baldwin onto Mariposa and you'll see the tents. Tom tells us, “It won't take the place of Frank & Joe’s [the long-gone Wed night jam] and I know it's not convenient for most, but it's something as long as the weather's nice.” Info, masaw48@earthlink.net
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Wed, Aug 26, Wed & Thu, every week; near Santa Barbara:
4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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5-8 pm New “CLAREMONT WEDNESDAY GREEN MARKET” features acoustic music inside and outside the Packing House in the new West Claremont Center, 532 W First St, Claremont 91711; www.claremontpackinghouse.com/home.htm. RON ELY plays authentic and original songs of the sea and more at Bonita & Yale Av. More at www.myspace.com/ronely. Ron tells us, “It's all about ‘going GREEN,’ and should be promoted and supported. They’ve expanded with a Farmer's Market each Wednesday evening, outside this same venue, The Packing House, a fully rehabilitated old building, a real packing house, Historical Landmark. It's put-on by the non-profit ‘Claremont Forum,’ (www.claremontforum.org) that sponsors the "Prison Library Project," sending books to those incarcerated.”
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6 pm UKULELE CLUB at Nicks Pizza, 43755 15th St West, Lancaster. Uke players begin arriving about 5 pm, meeting starts at 6 pm. Newcomers welcome.
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6:30 pm “TWICE-A-MONTH BLUEGRASS JAM” new for ’09, at Robano's Italian Pizza Kitchen, 10057 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602. (It’s S of Magnolia, W of Buena Vista, E of Cahuenga.) Jam is in the room behind the bar area. Hosted by Paddy Hill, who wants us to tell you, “All players welcome. Please plan to buy a beer or appetizer (from $5) to get the owner enthusiastic, or better still, a full meal from $9.” Info, contact Paddy Hill at paddyh036@gmail.com. Series began Feb 11. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 26, 4th Wed, every month:
6:45 pm “GILLI MOON & J.WALKER'S SONGSALIVE! SHOWCASE” at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A. Gilli is co-founder of the global Songsalive! songwriters organization. She books different guests, and herself performs each month. More at www.songsalive.org
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7 pm “THE ART OF MEN” CD compilation launch show with the album’s cast, from around the world, at The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, L.A. 90035; www.themintla.com; 323-954-9400. GILLI MOON, who produced the record, calls it “Magnificent male music to make you melt, moan and move.” Participating artists on the CD are flying in from Australia, the UK, Canada, the East Coast, and Colorado just to perform. Lineup includes J. WALKER (L.A), MITCH SIEGAL (Florida), JAMES KEEN & MAGAZINE GAP (London), RANDAMEN (Colorado Springs), BILLY MOSCHELLA JR. & SERENITY (Boston), PAUL KILLION (L.A), ALEXEN (L.A), MARK BONNER of BLUE JAM (Australia), CHRISTOPHER BARRAN (Canada) and 1 femme, GILLI MOON. Everyone on the album is a member of Songsalive! (www.songsalive.org), the global nonprofit songwriter support organization, and a portion of tonight’s proceeds go to Songsalive.
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7-9 pm THE CROSS TOWN COWBOYS perform at the “Antelope Valley Fair,” at the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, Ave H exit, W off 14 Fwy, Lancaster. This is not the charming old fairgrounds with nooks and crannies to explore and huge trees everywhere that you may remember from past years; all that was demolished to the ground. This is a relentlessly modern affair with a handful of huge metal buildings in the middle of the desert, erected at taxpayer expense without taxpayer consent so the right people could benefit from the land development. At least the music will be good.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
7-10 pm weekly OPEN MIC at the Talking Stick, (new location), 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. Alternating hosts TOM & BYRON or ELLEN. Sign-ups at 6:45 pm. Venue has coffeehouse fare and good sandwiches. All ages, no cover.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
7-9 pm “JILL SHARPE PRO-BLUES JAM” local blues favorite Jill Sharpe jams with her band at Sacred Grounds, 468 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731. More at www.myspace.com/jillsharpe. No cover.
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7-10 pm (started Jan 7) “KULAK'S WEDNESDAY NIGHT SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info and live webcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. Marc Platt wrote, for Music Connection, “Your Wednesday Nights will never be the same after participating in this Group Workshop. The weekly cost is $20, which goes to Kulak’s to help pay the rent. The Workshop… is open to the public for the first four weeks. We will then set our 12-person group writing roster until the end of March. The workshop will be limited to 12 writers. We will break up into groups and work on many styles, genres and topics. You will find it challenging and exhilarating. You can bring instruments and will need to have your own small recording device, as well as a pen and notepad. Marc Platt (from the Sunday Night Performance Workshop) will facilitate with help from Steve Schalchlin. Marc has written music for TV Shows like ‘Queer Eye For The Straight Guy’ and others for many years. Steve Schalchlin ran similar workshops for the NAS (National Academy of Songwriters) in the 1990s and is a very accomplished songwriter. His ‘New World Waking’ show is currently running in San Francisco. If you are interested, please email Marc Platt at rotn60@aol.com.”
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Wed, Aug 26, 2nd & 4th Wed, every month; in Lompoc:
7-9 pm “BLUEGRASS JAM” at Southside Coffee Co, 105 S "H" St, Lompoc. Info, call Bill, 805-736-8241.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed, in Tehachapi:
7-10 pm OPEN MIC at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; 661-822-BEAN; www.mamahillybeans.com. They welcome "musicians, poets, writers, thinkers, and audiences." Venue has great ambience, food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." No cover.
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Wed, Aug 26; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm FLACO JIMÉNEZ at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. Wow. He’s the five-time GRAMMY-award winning accordion virtuoso and icon of Tex-Mex conjunto music, and he doesn’t perform very often in L.A. This is a must-see show of the summer. You will be amazed by Flaco Jiménez. More at www.flacojimenezmusic.com and www.myspace.com/flacojimenezmusic. Avoid parking hassles by riding the Red Line light rail to MacArthur Park Station and walking the length of the park to the band shell. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Free.
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Wed, Aug 26; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm CHRIS ISAAK with special guest SUSAN TEDESCHI at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Av, in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; http://greektheatrela.com.
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Chris Isaak is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter. He taught himself to play guitar and began writing songs as a teenager. He found early inspiration in classic country musicians, like Hank Williams, who his father liked on the radio. Chris’ 1989 album, “Heart Shaped World,” featuring the smash single “Wicked Game,” became a hit on the Billboard charts and earned Isaak widespread fame. Now an accomplished musician, actor and television personality, Isaak maintains a vigorous touring schedule, stars in critically acclaimed films and is the host of his own weekly talk show, “The Chris Isaak Hour” on the Biography Channel. His latest CD, “Mr. Lucky,” is his first non-holiday studio album since 2002. Filled with his distinctive, sweetly moody, slyly sexy retro-pop, Isaak's fans celebrate their own fortune that “Mr. Lucky” has arrived. The Hollywood Reporter said of the album, “It seems impossible that it's been seven years since Chris Isaak's last set of all-new songs. But Mr. Lucky makes up for lost time with 14 gems that showcase his sharp vocal stylings, particular brand of countrified pop music and (given his sex appeal) an equally impossible-to-believe preponderance of romantic heartbreak.”
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7:30-10 pm “SOUTH BAY BEAT SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with performing hosts JODI SIEGEL & ALFRED JOHNSON and different guests each week, at Club 705, in the Ardmore Restaurant, 705 Pier Av (near crnr of PCH), Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-9705; www.club705.com; series info, www.myspace.com/southbaybeat.
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KELLY FITZGERALD, who has shared stages with SHELBY LYNN, NANCY GRIFFITH, CHEAP TRICK, THE GIN BLOSSOMS & VONDA SHEPARD. (Kelly’s music has been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”)
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MARE WAKEFIELD, a Texas native who delivers rootsy/folk-pop/ with a contemporary Americana twist that combine sweet melodies with a raucous rowdy delivery
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NICOLE GORDON, splendid singer-songwriter who has been featured in films, TV, radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and worked with GERRY GOFFIN, MIKE STOLER, JIM KELTNER.
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MARTY AXELROD – Respected Los Angeles producer/keyboard player/songwriter and co-author with NICOLE GORDON of the “Songs of Shiloh ” thematic show and CD.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
7:30-10:30 pm “SINGER-SONGWRITER NIGHT” with STRUFF & TERRY, and Musical Guests at Tango D'Amore, 19524 Nordhoff St #3, Northridge 91324; shared parking with Guitar Center; 818-727-7399; www.tangodamore.com. Lineup always includes hosts Struff & Terry (www.struffandterry.com) and others, sometimes unknown, sometimes rather well-known. $5 cover.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
7:30-10 pm OPEN MIC at Guitar Merchant, 7503 Topanga Cyn Bl, Canoga Park 91303; 818-884-5905. Every Wednesday, hosted by Melinda Gibson. 7 pm sign-ups. Get your set recorded on CD for $10 (optional). Snacks and drinks available. No cover, tip jar for artists.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed, in Simi Valley:
7:30-11:30 pm SONGMAKERS “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” jam session in Simi Valley; for location, contact M. Gregory, info@songmakers.org or 805-579-6416. More at www.songmakers.org/hoots/simi_valley_hoot.htm.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Wednesday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. $3-7 cover. Start time varies; call venue.
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Wed, Aug 26; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JOE RATHBURN plus DALE LaDUKE at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com.
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JOE RATHBURN has been a mainstay on the San Diego acoustic music scene since 1994. He's been a performer, promoter, and recording artist earning the respect of his peers and the pulbic alike. He's won nominations in the San Diego Music Awards as a performer and for his CDs, hosted several of his own songwriter showcases, represented Taylor Guitars at Folk Alliances, the NAMM show, and on their Expression System DVD, won First Place - Best Traditional Folk Song - Just Plain Folks Music Awards, won Best Songwriter in the San Diego based Honoring Acoustic Talent (H.A.T.) Awards, and continues to write, record, and pleasure audiences wherever he goes. His positive, strong guitar based original songs speak to the listenerof the road less traveled, and where all the diners are along the way.
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DALE LaDUKE is an award winning LA based singer-songwriter who has perfo4rmed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where he earned a “Listener Favorite” for his original, “Lone Ranger.” The song was later nominated for an L.A. Music Award. Dale was one of the founders of the popular Southern California country band FIVE WHEEL DRIVE that was one of five finalists (and the only country band) in Yahoo’s “Best Unsigned Band” contest in 2000, and the only group to have their songs in 6 of the top 10 slots in the country division of MP3.com that same year. Dale was flown to the red carpet awards show at Studio 54 in Manhattan that featured performances by David Bowie, Issac Hayes, Allanis Morriset and many others. The group recorded two demos for Warner Bros. Nashville, before finally disbanding. He is a principle writer on the popular children’s CD "My Very Own Music" (www.myveryownmusic.com) a wonderful collection that’s predicted to go Gold this year. He has been wowing audiences all over the country with his heartfelt songs about our lives. Tix, $15.
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Wed, Aug 26; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm DIZZY GILLESPIE ALL-STAR BIG BAND with special guest JAMES MOODY, plus the ROY HARGROVE BIG BAND, plus GORDON GOODWIN’S BIG PHAT BAND, at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. It’s a night of big band music at its very best, from the be-bopping All-Stars of Dizzy Gillespie’s alumni and titan James Moody to the highenergy grooves of L.A.’s Phat Band.
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Wed, Aug 26; in the OC:
8 pm LILA DOWNS at The Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Av, Anaheim; 714-712-2700. Singer-songwriter Lila Downs grew-up between two very different cultures, in Minnesota and the Sierra Madre Mountains of Southern Mexico. She draws on her roots by tapping deeply into native Mesoamerican music and sings in the Indian languages of Mexico, including Mixtec, Zapotec, Maya and Nahuatl.
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"Exotic beauty and startling voice…she is a reflection of a 21st century world culture where ethnicity and national boundaries blur." - Lorenza Muñoz, Los Angeles Times. “Every so often a voice emerges whose distinctive color, texture, and passionate conception defy easy characterization. She covers the vocal waterfront, from the tense-throated nasal vibrato of Lydia Mendoza and Lucha Reyes to the nueva canción sensibility of Mercedes Sosa, with the chops of Linda Rondstadt, the sassiness and inventive range of Sarah Vaughan, and the sweetness of Tish Hinojosa." - Michael Stone, Roots World. Tix, $25 & $35.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
8 pm “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” SERIES at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks; 818-789-1985. One recent lineup included Heather Waters & Duane Jarvis and Micheal Ann & Alexandra Bustamante. Manda has played the series, as well. Hosted by singer-songwriter DONOVAN LYMAN (Blue Meridian) performing a song or two between each act. Dinner served all evening; plenty of private tables. All ages, free parking, no cover.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
8-10 pm “DALE LaDUKE'S SHOWCASE & OPEN MIC NIGHT” without DALE LaDUKE, who is performing tonight at the Coffee Gallery Backstage at 8 pm. Check with this venue, to see if a guest artist is hosting, or if this is a night off, at Arnie's Café, 6864 Foothill Bl, Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089. This replaces Dale LaDuke’s previous series here, that ran the 1st & 3rd Monday of every month; it’s now every Wednesday night, starting in August. New format is an Open Mic from 8-9 pm, with signups at 7:30 pm, first come, first serve. Each Open Mic performer gets a sheet of paper to write-down and rate every performer except him/her self. At the end of the Open Mic, the top-rated Open Mic’er participates in a song circle with dale LaDuke and a guest artist. Venue offers tasty Italian food, and you can bring your own wine, with no corkage fee. No cover, artists perform for tips.
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8 pm “WHISKEY DICK WEDNESDAYS” at Fubar, 7994 Santa Monica Bl (1 blk E of Crescent Hgts), West Hollywood. This is a roots / honky-tonk night, and talented artists like MICHAEL ANN play this series, which offers 5 cent beer and 10 cent shots of whiskey and other booze, “where the west is still very wild. Say howdy to the craziest party there could ever be,” their promo says. Other nights there are anything but Americana music, and do not offer such incredibly cheap liquor. Fubar is a well known gay bar. Info from whiskeydckfubar@aol.com. No cover.
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8 pm OPEN MIC at The Talking Stick, 1630 Ocean Park Bl, Santa Monica; www.thetalkingstick.net.
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8 pm OPEN MIC at The Pig 'n Whistle, 6714 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.pignwhistle.com. Sign-ups at 7:30, show at 8 pm.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
8 pm OPEN JAZZ JAM at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. Beautiful venue, serves food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy.
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Wed, Aug 26, last Wed, every month:
ON HIATUS: 8-10 pm “HOBO SOUP” monthly folk music evening with performing host “BANJO FRED” STARNER, usually joined by PHIL VAN TEE and KAREN KRANTZ, at the Lost Souls Café, 124 E 4th St, in the Old Bank District, downtown L.A.; 213-617-7006; www.lostsouls.com. The venue is the big lobby of a 1905-era bank building. Fred says it has “a fine sound system, and a no-alcohol good vibe.” FRED STARNER is the officially-named “GRAND DUKE OF HOBO MINSTRELS” by the National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa. Musical funnyman PHIL VAN TEE has taken his homemade cookie-tin banjo to stages everywhere, opening for nearly all the big-name country music acts. Previous guests have included JILL FENIMORE, ORGANIC DEMO, and DADDY BONE. Artist info, www.hobobanjofred.com. Venue is just down the gated alley between Main and Broadway; it’s a coffeehouse that serves coffee drinks and tasty light fare.
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Wed, Aug 26, 4th Wed every month:
8:30 pm “FESTIVAL OF THE EGG” the monthly all-female musicians’ event, at the Universal Bar & Grill, 4093 Lankershim Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-2114. $7.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Kathy, 7-8:30 pm. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
8:30 pm-midnight “JAZZ JAM SESSION” at The Smokehouse Restaurant, 4420 W Lakeside Dr (at Barham), Burbank 91505; www.smokehouse1946.com; 818-845-3731. New home for the long-running weekly series formerly at the Sportsman’s Lodge; hosted by CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA, President of the California Pop & Jazz Council (www.capopandjazzcouncil.org). Event info, www.cathysegalgarcia.com. No cover.
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Wed, Aug 26, every Wed:
9 pm-midnight “PRO BLUES JAM SESSION” hosted by 21st CENTURY BLUES band, at the Azteca Restaurant and Bar, 717 S San Gabriel Bl, San Gabriel 91776; 626-287-4645. (New Mar 11, 2009.)
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Thursday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are this week’s installment of the 15th annual “Culver City Summer Concert Series” with a double-bill of THE FOLK COLLECTION, plus COW BOP, at Culver City City Hall courtyard, 7-9 pm; THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS perform at the new OutWest Marketing, 24265 San Fernando Rd / (aka Main St), Newhall; CEDRIC WATSON & BIJOU CREOLE at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, downtown L.A., at 7:30 pm.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 22-28; in the OC:
Annual “INDIE FEST USA” in Anaheim, CA is, say its organizers, the "Great Entertainment Festival" on the West Coast, taking place at the world famous Downtown Disney District, AMC 12 Theaters and the Anaheim House of Blues. It’s “Eight days of fun, films, entertainment, extreme sports, live music and filled with Red Carpet arrivals, parties and celebrities.” Included this year is a colsole and PC gaming pavilion expo on the opening weekend, plus headliner concerts and an extreme moto sports exhibition. The events draws 30,000 daily visitors.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
11 am-2 pm “VAN NUYS FARMER'S MARKET” with live music performances, in the Van Nuys Civic Center behind the Los Angeles City Hall annex building and in front of the City Library, 14410 Sylvan St, Van Nuys 91401.
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4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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4:30-5:30 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113.
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5:30-7:30 pm THE SALT MARTIANS play bluegrass for Happy Hour at the Tupelo Junction Cafe, 1218 State St, Santa Barbara; 805-899-3900 for dinner reserv. The band is TIM MULLINS, KEN GASTON, AARON DOUGLAS and often MIKE MULLINS. Artists’ info, www.saltmartians.com. Full bar & food. No cover.
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6-9:30 pm “ZOEY'S JAM” at Zoey’s, 451 E Main St, Ventura. 805-658-8311. Hosted by Gene Rubin, who says, “Check-out Ventura's Bluegrass Jam website, at http://home.earthlink.net/~generubinaudio/index.html. All skills welcome, friendly folks, great food and drink, and even better jammin'. Generally we number 25 to 35 musicians. We now have additional space for even more jam circles. Spectators are appreciated and welcome.” Contact Gene with your email address to receive regular reminders and details: 805-658-8311 or generubinaudio@earthlink.net.
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6-9 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & KEVIN HAMBY at Café Aroma, 54750 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild; 951-659-5212. Acoustic blues, bluegrass, swing, folk, more; Sandii Castleberry with guitar, vocals, harmonica; Kevin Hamby on bass, vocals.
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6:30-8:30 pm BUDDY ZAPATA at Buster's Coffee & Ice Cream Shop, 1006 Mission, South Pasadena; 626-441-0744. He’s performed live, multiple times, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” with PETER CASE (Plimsouls), solo, and in an all-pro “Blues Song Circle.” Buddy tells us he’s trying-out new material for an upcoming CD, and the little venue with the great ice cream (and good sandwiches) is the beneficiary. No cover, tips to the artist are welcome.
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Thu, Aug 27; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7-9 pm 15th annual weekly “CULVER CITY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” continues tonight with a double-bill of THE FOLK COLLECTION, plus COW BOP, at Culver City City Hall courtyard, 9770 Culver Bl (at Duquesne Av), Downtown Culver City; 310-253-5716; www.culvercity.org/articles/articles.asp?id=390&sec=arts; info@culvercitymusic.org. Both bands have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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7-10 pm “POCKET GOLDBERG & FRIENDS SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with guest artists KEN O'MALLEY and JANE BOLDUC, at Arnie's Café, 6864 Foothill Bl (at Marcus), Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089; www.myspace.com/arniescafe. DALE LaDUKE (Kaedmon, BeaTunes) tells us, it’s “becoming quite a scene. This bass player-songwriter MARK GOLDBERG hosts a fantastic Americana Songwriter Showcase, many times with name songwriters. I try to go as often as possible, because it's always good.” Venue serves Italian food, good coffeehouse treats and beverages. You can bring your own wine with no corking charge. No cover, donations to artists are welcome.
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7-10 pm “FLAMENCO GUITAR NIGHT” with award-winning flamenco guitarist STEPHEN DICK at Manchego Food From Spain Restaurant, 2510 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-450-3900; www.manchegoonmain.com. Venue serves great tapas and Spanish dinner plates in an elegant and intimate space. STEPHEN DICK - "Esteban de Los Angeles" - has won numerous prizes for his compositions and performances, including an award from the Sur Jerez Flamenco Competition in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, for his original 1st album, "Naranjas Amargas." A versatile artist, he is the winner of the Peter Frampton award for excellence in contemporary music, and his compositions for the guitar have been published in Italy, and in the US by Columbia Music Company. He won the Paulo Barsacchi award for guitar composition for his "Sonatina for Solo Guitar," and a Meet the Composer's grant for his realization of Federico GarcÃa Lorca's romantic ballad, "Romance Sonambulo." He a 2008/2009 winner of a grant from the Spanish Ministry of Culture and US Universities for a new flamenco concert featuring GarciaLorca's mystical lullaby, "Nana del Caballo Grande."
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
7 pm CHARANGOA SALSA DANCE at Steven's SteakHouse, 5332 Steven's Pl, City of Commerce; 323-723-9856; Fay@charangoa.com; www.charangoa.com. Every Thu. Includes dance class with Miguel, 7-8 pm; dancing to live music, 9 pm-1:30 am. It’s reported that there are lots of great dancers & surprises. Free.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
7-11 pm OPEN MIC NIGHT on “The Main Stage” at Highland Perk Coffeehouse, 5930 York Bl, L.A. The inaugural event was Apr 12. Sponsors say, “This event repeats every Thursday night. Singers, spoken word, guitar players, drum soloists, almost anything that makes the crowd applaud...”
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu; in Lancaster:
7-10 pm “CEDAR OPEN MIC” at Cedar Center, 44345 Cedar Av (at Lancaster Bl), Lancaster 93534; www.myspace.com/cedarcenteropenmic. Hosted by Ms. Shell Marie and Cleen. It’s open to all ages, however there is no censorship rule. It welcomes poets, spoken word, “freestylers,” and acoustic musicians. Free.
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OPEN MIC / SONGWRITER SHOWCASE at Primo Pizza, 28200 Bouquet Cyn Rd, Saugus. Mike Dill hosts. He's a fine fingerstyle blues picker.
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THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS perform at the new OutWest Marketing, 24265 San Fernando Rd / (aka Main St), Newhall; 877-340-9378 or 661-255-7087; www.outwestmktg.com. Check with venue for show time.
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They return now to their old Altadena stomping grounds with their own special brand of Western Cowboy Entertainment that includes music, humor and a bit of fancy western footwork. Come join The Tumbling Tumbleweeds featuring Jean Sudbury on fiddle and Dan Dungan on upright bass as they preview some of the new songs planned for their follow up album, now in the works. More at www.thetumblingtumbleweeds.com.
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7:30 pm CEDRIC WATSON & BIJOU CREOLE at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. It’s Creole and zydeco by cutting-edge fiddler Cedric and his fine band. Les bon temps will roulez tonight.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
7:30 “MUSIC NIGHT” at Lulu’s Beehive, 13203 Ventura Bl (1 blk E of Fulton), Studio City; 818-986-2233. After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Three featured acts, “plus special guests and surprises each week.” After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Or as they say, “the buzz has returned to the Beehive.” Light fare, sandwiches, coffeehouse beverages available. No cover.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
7:30-9:30 pm IRISH SET DANCING CLASSES in Los Feliz area; social dancing for adults every Thursday. Info & location: www.michaelpatrickbreen.com.
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8 pm REMEMBER WHEN at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. Created in the style of many big band and vocal groups from the past, REMEMBER WHEN is a performing Vocal Group, singing Big Band Vocals, Jazz Standards and Movie Favorites. The music is presented in a close harmony four part (SATB) style. The group performs a'cappella and with a big band sound tracks for a full orchestration of sound. The musical style is reminiscent of the Pied Pipers, the Modernaires, the Mills Brothers, The Four Freshmen, Manhattan Transfer and New York Voices. They have a fresh approach to a hard-to-find great musical style. Tix, $15.
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Thu, Aug 27, Thu & Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their residency at the Tam O' Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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8 pm LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC plays its “THURSDAY CLASSICS” summer series at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 323-850-2000. Tonight, joining JURAJ VAL��UHA, conductor, is JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET, piano, in an all-German program of WAGNER, Rienzi Overture; MENDELSSOHN, Piano Concerto No. 1; STRAUSS, Til Eulenspiegel; STRAUSS, Rosenkavalier Suite.
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8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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8-11 pm “BLUES JAM” hosted by the DENNIS HERRERA BAND, and guest musicians often include BERNIE PEARL, at El Dorado Restaurant, Spring & Studebaker, Long Beach. 562-421-2122. Bernie tells us, “It stays pretty close to the blues, doesn't get too loud, offers a small dance floor, a nice bar, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.” No cover.
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8-10 pm SONGSALIVE! SHOWCASE at The Talking Stick, (new location), 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. A full evening of entertainment from local songwriters, hosted by MAUREEN DOHERTY. Songsalive is now booking for various dates in 2007, and seeking singer-songwriters to perform; info: hotline at 310-238-0359 or email usa@songsalive.org; www.songsalive.org. No cover, $5 donation requested.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
CALJAS ARTISTS WEEKLY JAZZ PERFORMANCE NIGHT at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. It’s a new venue, said to be beautiful, serving food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy. The venue is part of the newly-renovated Claremont Packing House. Proprietress Nancy Tessier’s father, Refugio "Coco" Lopez, plays alto, and she wanted her club to feature an array of jazz singers. This led to a fortuitous connection with Dale Boatman, founder and president of the California Jazz Arts Society. CalJAS is a powerful force in bringing some of the best jazz artists in Southern California, especially singers, to restaurants, clubs and other performance spaces in eastern Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire, an area that previously had relatively few opportunities for jazz musicians to perform.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-8:30 pm. Happy hour 4-7 pm, M-F. No cover.
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9 pm-2 am “ALL ACOUSTIC WITH ANGEL” hosted by ANGEL, with different artists each week (except 3rd Thursdays, when it’s the Old Time Jam, hosted by Triple Chicken Foot) always fun, at the Hyperion Tavern, 1941 Hyperion Av (look for barber pole just S of Lyric), L.A. 90027. The Thursday series has its own web page, complete with weekly lineups, at www.myspace.com/hyperiontavernallacoustic.
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9 pm PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES play their residency at The Office, 3516 W Victory Bl (at Hollywood Wy), Burbank. Preston says, “Great sound, great food, wine and beer!” New residency, began Apr 9, 2009.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu:
9 pm BEGINNERS SON JAROCHO CLASS with CESAR CASTRO from VeraCruz, at Cal Poly Downtown Center, 300 2nd St, Pomona (Arts Colony). Learn to play jarana, string instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose sones (songs); gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music. For children, teens & adults. Venue has a mic and stage lights. Info, www.myspace.com/besskepp. $3 cover.
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Thu, Aug 27, every Thu; on web radio:
9 pm “FREIGHT TRAIN BOOGIE” radio show from Northern Cal, on KRCB 90.9 and 91.1 FM on Sonoma County’s only public radio station; features live performance-interviews; simulcast on the web at www.krcb.org/listen/listen.html. You can ask the host or the guests questions or make comments at frater@freighttrainboogie.com.
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Friday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are CONJUNTO LOS POCHOS at Los Angeles State Park, downtown L.A., 7-9 pm; TOM FREUND, MATT THE ELECTRICIAN, & JESS KLEIN in a triple bill at McCabe’s in Santa Monica at 8 pm.
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Sat-Fri, Aug 22-28; in the OC:
Annual “INDIE FEST USA” in Anaheim, CA is, say its organizers, the "Great Entertainment Festival" on the West Coast, taking place at the world famous Downtown Disney District, AMC 12 Theaters and the Anaheim House of Blues. It’s “Eight days of fun, films, entertainment, extreme sports, live music and filled with Red Carpet arrivals, parties and celebrities.” Included this year is a colsole and PC gaming pavilion expo on the opening weekend, plus headliner concerts and an extreme moto sports exhibition. The events draws 30,000 daily visitors.
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Aug 28-Sep 5; in Boulder Creek, Northern Cal:
“VALLEY OF THE MOON FIDDLE CAMP” with ALASDAIR FRASER, NATALIE HAAS, LIZ CARROLL and many others. Info at www.valleyofthemoon.org
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Venue is Camp Campbell, in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Fiddlers of all ages and levels of musical experience choose from daily workshops on Scottish and related fiddle styles. Additional classes are offered in dancing and singing, as well as piano, guitar, cello and percussion accompaniment for fiddle tunes.
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“FUR PEACE RANCH SONGWRITING WORKSHOP & CONCERT” at Jorma Kaukonen’s Fur Peace Ranch in Ohio. ANNE McCUE tells us, “I am honoured to be invited by JORMA & VANESSA KAUKONEN to conduct a song workshop and play a show at their Fur Peace Ranch. Jorma was the guitarist in legendary JEFFERSON AIRPLANE and has a great thing going on here. We will spend a couple of days working on your songs and getting them finished, shining them up, polishing them into gems. It'll be fun!” Sign-up for the workshop or buy tix to the show at www.furpeaceranch.com
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Morning show (after 8:30 am) HEATHER LOCKIE & FRIENDS bring violin, cello, clarinet, and voices to Stories, 1716 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-3733. Venue is in the Jul ’09 ish of Sunset magazine (p.22). Summer afternoon or summer evening you can enjoy the back patio with an iced Americano, peppermint green iced tea, freshly-baked root beer flavored cookie, or an assortment of popsicles, ice cream bars and other frozen treats.
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4:30-5:30 pm HINCKLEY SOARING (the duo of PETE KALMUS & SHARON KUNDE) bring their catchy songs and voices to Oh Happy Days' Natural Food Grocery & Café, 2283 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001. They’re just back from New England. Pete was among the winners in mandolin at this year’s Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest. Sharon plays flute. Venue has delicious natural vegan food plates and beverages, and Pete adds, “other stuff like shampoo that Sharon really likes.” (Your carnivorous editor really likes the food here, too.) No cover.
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Fri, Aug 28, every Fri, on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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5:30-10 pm “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” along Myrtle Av, in old downtown Monrovia. It’s year-round and weekly, a street festival and farmers market, that’s been running 17 years. KATTYWOMPUS STRING BAND plays 8-10 pm at 412 S Myrtle Av; contact Jennifer Ranger, 877-365-5744. RON ELY does authentic and original maritime songs most weeks, usually at Myrtle Av & Colorado or Myrtle Av and Lemon Av, on the North end of the festival. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely. There’s lots of other music throughout old town Monrovia, several acoustic performers each week – singer-songwriters, duos or bands – plus specialty vendors, lots of food, and local merchants. Event is large during the summer when it includes a carnival (rock climbing wall, balloon man, bubble man, petting zoo, pony rides, etc.) It scales-down from 4 blocks to 2 blocks during winter months, following the Christmas holidays. Myrtle Av exit, N of 210 Fwy, free parking, free event.
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6 pm KATHLEEN GRACE plays the L.A. County Museum of Art (LACMA) “Friday Night Jazz” series in the L.A. Times Central Court at LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Bl, L.A. 90036; www.lacma.org/programs/MusicPrograms.aspx; 323 857-6115. Her music has been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and she is a fine jazz-based pianist and vocalist who writes and composes good material. Cover, $5.
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6-9 pm DAVE OSTI and DEANNA COGAN jam-out on acoustic classic rock tunes every Friday at the Mayan Bar, 311 W Foothill Bl, Monrovia.
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6-8 pm OPEN MIC at Fendi's Café, 539 East Bixby Rd (near Atlantic), Long Beach; 562-424-4774.
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Fri, Aug 28; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7-9 pm CONJUNTO LOS POCHOS play the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at Los Angeles State Park, 1245 N Spring St, downtown L.A. 90012. Info, contact Pat Talamantez, 323-257-5891.
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“SAN PEDRO SHANTY SING” at the Whale and Ale, 327 W 7th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-832-0363; www.whaleandale.com. Audrey Coleman wrote in FolkWorks, “If you arrive at the official start time, you'll find a chair at the table and friendly people who will let you look at their shanty books so you can sing along. No singing background required. Many of the twenty or so shanty fans who gather around the long wooden dinner table in the restaurant's cozy upstairs meeting room are volunteers with the Los Angeles Maritime Institute. They sail ‘tall ship’ sail boats for youth training programs run by the Institute. For them, learning the songs that powered the labor on the 19th century clipper ships has become an extension of learning to sail the ships themselves. Added attractions are Alan's pennywhistle and concertina, Jeff's banjo, Kim's collection of flutes, and Dustin and Lindsay's robust baritone voices. When the table fills up, more chairs are set up around the room. And the Guinness flows freely till about 10:30 pm.” Venue is celebrated in the Yahoo! Travel Guide as “the only Authentic British Restaurant in the South Bay of Los Angeles.”
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7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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7:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Unurban Coffee House, 3301 Pico Bl (at 33rd), Santa Monica; 310-315-0056; www.unurban.com
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MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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8 pm TOM FREUND, MATT THE ELECTRICIAN, & JESS KLEIN play a triple bill at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. You’ve heard Tom Freund’s music on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Tix, $15.
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8 pm MOJACAR FLAMENCO at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. It’s Flamenco guitar, rhythm and dance. The award-winning duo brings their evocative concert "Bailes Candiles." It takes its inspiration from the 19th century "Café Cantante" flamenco shows, where the only lighting was supplied by gas lamps. This intimate concert setting in the candlelit venue (with professional stage lighting) allows the artists to perform their best, most difficult flamenco works. Featuring guitar virtuoso Stephen Dick and fiery flamenco dancer/singer Katerina Tomás, this duet completely transforms the art of flamenco. Recognized with numerous awards and honors by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, the City of Los Angeles, the Zellerbach and Haas Foundations, and “Meet the Composer,” Mojácar Flamenco is well known for their distinctive use of Katerina's footwork as a rhythmic instrument and Stephen's flamenco guitar compositions. Join Mojácar Flamenco as they celebrate the release of their hot new Flamenco and Latin album, “Al Que Quiere.” More at www.mojacarflamenco.com. Tix, $15.
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8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play an every-Friday residency at the Tam O'Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz 90039; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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8 pm THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND plus a headliner, most Fri & Sat nights, with BBHB opening for “some of the best blues music headliners in the industry,” at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. The venue claims, “This is the greatest house band in America. Members over the years have included musicians who have played with Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, The Pointer Sisters, The Jeff Healey Band and influences from John Lee Hooker, Van Morrison and Eric Burden.” Fri & Sat nights bring local blues bands as well as national acts. Acts booked include Chris Cain, Lil Charlie and the Nite Cats, Coco Montoya, Rod Piazza, James Intveld, Rosie Flores, Duke Robillard, Guitar Shorty, Gary Hoey, Wumbloozo, Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash and more. Website has lineups for specific dates and a tix link. Venue serves dinner Fri & Sat, 7 pm-2 am. Advance tix, reservations, recommended (club is now only holding tables only until 8:30 pm).
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Fri, Aug 28, fourth Fri, every month:
8-10 pm “OUT-OF-THE-BLUE” songwriter showcase at the venue named as co-winner for “Best Free (no cover) Acoustic Music Venue,” The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. This monthly event is specifically cited as a reason for the venue’s 2008 co-win. It’s a lineup of invited songwriters (often some prominent ones) whose individual sets each include a song written to the unique pre-assigned theme of tonight’s event. Though former performing host DANIEL McFEELEY has moved to Australia, the popularity of this event enables it to continue. Venue has good sandwiches, soups, coffeehouse fare. No cover.
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8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Saturday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick is the U.S. premiere of THE BILLY BRAGG ‘BEETHOVEN 9th' CONCERT with DWIGHT TRIBLE, SUSIE GLAZE, ERNEST TROOST, JUSTIN BISCHOF , DAFRA DRUM ENSEMBLE, & the BAKER & TARPAGA DANCE PROJECT, at The Eli & Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica, 7-10 pm.
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Sat, Aug 29, every Sat:
8-10:30 am FREE ACOUSTIC CONCERT at Strings Music Store, 146 N Glendora Av, Ste 101, Glendora 91741; 626-914 4100. Sometimes featuring VIN FIZ FLYER. Another in a series of MORNING concerts. Free entertainment, tips only, in a great place, with nice people and good music. Vin Fiz Flyer tells us, “Old town Glendora is a kinda sleepy small Midwest town plopped into Southern California. These early morning concerts sound like a wacky idea, but they’re well-attended by musicians as well as music lovers! A car club meets at the Cafe next door every Saturday for breakfast, and they park their assorted ‘babies’ out front for you to peruse too. Come on by and start your weekend out right.” Check with venue to see if there is a concert scheduled for today.
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Sat, Aug 29, repeats every week:
11 am-12:30 pm “PACIFIC SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” with G. F. MLELY, at Theater & Cabaret, 1535 Termino Av, Long Beach 90804. Info, Billie Kalua, songwriters@jazcraft.net or 562-494-9627. Ongoing, began Mar 31, 2007. $15 per workshop, minimum 4 workshops payable in advance; pre-registration required.
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Sat, Aug 29, Saturdays, on web radio:
Noon-1 pm “UNSIGNED MUSIC SHOW” on WPMD with TEE-M and MIKE STARK is “a genre-busting show, where the UNsigned Revolution is on.” On the web at http://wpmd.org. Mike and TEE-M spin CDs 11 am-noon “from cutting-edge indie artists and bands,” (acoustic and electric) then welcome guests at noon, usually for all-acoustic live performances. The show rebroadcasts through the week; check site for details.
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Sat, Aug 29, Saturdays, on web radio:
1-3 pm “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” Celtic and British Isle folk show, on KUSP in Santa Cruz, includes live performance-interviews with host CINDY ODOM on her long-running show. From the highlands of Scotland to the midlands of England and beyond, it’s traditional and contemporary music from Ireland and the other British Isles, with Celtic lore and Celtic-influenced folk and ethnic music from Europe and North America. Info, playlists, and web simulcast at www.kusp.org.
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Sat, Aug 29, Saturdays, alternate Saturdays, on web radio:
1:30 pm (Pacific) “ACOUSTIC HARMONY,” hosted by Mark Michaelis, from WGDR at 91.1 FM in the Green Mountains of Vermont, simulcast at www.wgdr.org. Mark sometimes hosts folk and acoustic renaissance artists in-studio for all-acoustic performance-interviews. He says, “The focus is on contemporary and traditional folk, singer-songwriters and local artists, but a little of anything and everything might creep-in. Whether it's Celtic, bluegrass, world music or even rock or blues, as long as it's got beautiful harmonies and melodies you might here it here on a Saturday afternoon.” More info, playlists, and archived performance-interviews at www.acoustic-harmony.com.
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Sat, Aug 29, Saturdays, on web radio:
3-5 pm (Pacific) “A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION” always features live performances and skits and stories with host GARRISON KEILLOR, a regular cast of recording artists, and guests, whether broadcasting from various live venues across America, or from its home base in Minnesota. This initial “live” broadcast tiume each weekend is standard everywhere, though repeat times vary by station. In L.A., the show is broadcast on KPCC 89.3 FM, and repeats Saturday night, 6-8 pm and Sunday Noon-2 pm. But if you’re in L.A., it’s much better to find a web simulcast from somewhere; that’s because KPCC has no other music shows and they do not know how to control the levels for music performances, causing frequent peaking and signal cut-out.
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Sat, Aug 29, recurring:
4-6 pm SHAPE NOTE / SACRED HARP, “The Learners Group” in Santa Monica. Call Laura for location: 310-450-3516.
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Sat, Aug 29, every week:
6:30-10:30 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS CONCERT at Me n’ Ed’s Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl (at Carson), Lakewood; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Aug 29, last Sat, every month; in Lancaster:
6:30-10 pm CONTRA DANCE with live music by DANANCE BAND at its new location, Lutheran Church of the Master, 725 E Avenue J, Lancaster; info, 661-733-8106 or rm.trochim@verizon.net. Band includes FRANK JAVORSEK (longtime teacher at Blue Ridge Pickin’ Parlor), & DOUG MOON (banjo player, former Captain Beefheart guitarist). Please bring a snack or dessert to share in the potluck. $6 per adult, $2 for ages 14 and younger. Live caller.
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7-10 pm U.S. PREMIERE OF THE BILLY BRAGG ‘BEETHOVEN 9th' CONCERT with DWIGHT TRIBLE, SUSIE GLAZE, ERNEST TROOST, JUSTIN BISCHOF , DAFRA DRUM ENSEMBLE, & the BAKER & TARPAGA DANCE PROJECT, at The Eli & Edythe Broad Stage, 1310 Eleventh St, Santa Monica; 310-430-1628; info & tix, kcandaele@gmail.com. Proceeds benefit CLUE, LA: Clergy and Laity United for Economic Justice, L.A.
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The North American premiere of Billy Bragg’s version of “Ode to Joy,” the choral finale of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, comes to the Broad Stage. The ASIA AMERICA YOUTH ORCHESTRA will perform the piece under the baton and musical direction of DAVID BENOIT. Bragg will perform and lead the audience in a sing-along of the choral.
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Commissioned in 2007, Bragg translated the German words of “Ode to Joy,” (found in the fourth movement of The Ninth), for a new generation. It was first premiered with the London Philharmonic in 2008 at the Royal Festival Hall before Queen Elizabeth (see Bragg’s article about that at http://tiny.cc/PthAF - “How the Queen Charmed the Pants off me: Confessions of an old Leftie”). A prolific songwriter and social activist, Bragg’s discography includes punk, folk, country and protest songs. In 1995, Bragg was asked by Nora Guthrie to write music for unrecorded Woody Guthrie lyrics. The songs were later released on two LPs with Wilco and Natalie Merchant.
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Beethoven had long wanted to set German poet/philosopher Friedrich Schiller’s poem about universal brotherhood, “Ode to Joy” (“An die Freude”) to music. (The poem was first published in 1786 in Schiller’s own literary journal, Thalia.) When Beethoven premiered The Ninth Symphony in 1824 it was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony. The Ninth Symphony has become a vehicle for inspiration, as documented in Filmmaker/Producer Kerry Candaele’s film Following the Ninth (to be released in 2010). The Ninth played over makeshift speakers during the 1989 protest in Tiananmen Square, as student leader Feng Congde stated “to create the ambiance of solidarity and hope…” Conductor Leonard Bernstein chose The Ninth to perform in East Berlin six weeks after the fall of the Berlin Wall. In Japan “The Daiku” (“The Great Nine”) is performed as an annual ritual of national release and exaltation.
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In keeping with The Ninth’s spirit of international connection the concert will feature an eclectic array of multicultural groups who will perform their versions of different parts of the symphony. Performers include: jazz singer Dwight Trible –vocalist with the Pharoah Sanders Quartet critically-acclaimed Bluegrass vocalist Susie Glaze – “…an important voice on the California bluegrass scene” (Bluegrass Unlimited); Susie tells us, “Rob Carlson [her Hilonesome Band’s most prolific songwriter] is composing something BRAND NEW for this event, by invitation from the producers. So this event will debut our new Carlson opus officially ‘inspired by Beethoven's Ninth.’ And yes, it will include a banjo! (You'll be very proud of us, I think!)”
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Taking part is Kerrville Folk Festival’s 2009 New Folk Winner, singer-songwriter Ernest Troost – who combines folk and Piedmont blues style guitar pickings in his songs; Dafra Drum Ensemble - a multicultural group that performs dance and drumming from the Djeli/Griot tradition of West Africa; The Baker & Tarpaga Dance Project from Burkina Faso and pianist Justin Bischof – an internationally acclaimed conductor, concert pianist and organist. He is one of the few artists of his generation who presents complete concerts of improvisations on both organ and piano.
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Sat, Aug 29, every week:
7-9 pm “JUST PLAIN FOLKS ORANGE COUNTY” Group Singing, sponsored by the local chapter of the international Just Plain Folks; for info & loc, go to www.JPFolks.org.
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Sat, Aug 29, every week, in Palmdale:
7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St.West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530. Butler's owners, Pam & David Logan, are long-time lovers and supporters of acoustic music. Indeed, Pam is an accomplished musician and a member of the BROWNE SISTERS, Celtic festival favorites who earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” The venue serves food and drink, featuring fresh-roasted coffee, in a rich, comfortable setting. Butler's music guy, Kevin Burton Smith, has had great success in attracting excellent acoustic music to Butler's.
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Sat, Aug 29, every week; in Tehachapi:
7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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7:30 pm THE MANNISH BOYS play the “American Roots” series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. They are a world-renowned blues super group, assembled from the cream-of-the-crop of today's blues veterans and young bloods. These vigorous musicians are entertainers who “bring down the house as they grind their blues to an incandescent element.” More at www.themannishboys.com and www.myspace.com/lesmannishboys
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Sat, Aug 29, every week:
7:30-10:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES weekly bluegrass concert at Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24500 Lyons Ave, Newhall; 661-259-6733. (Lyons exit, just off I-5.) This a long-running series, often, with very impressive performing guests.
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Sat, Aug 29, every Sat:
7:30 pm “RANCH PARTY” evening of country & Americana roots music performances, on the West Patio Stage, Original Farmers Market, 3rd & Fairfax, L.A. Presented by EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. Performers have included DAVID SERBY, GRANT LANGSTON, 29 MULES, BOB WOODRUFF, OLD BULL, PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, PAUL CHESNE, NICOLE GORDON, and BUCKSWORTH. Parking: 2 hours free with validation from EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. $3 for the third hour; $1 for each additional 20 minutes; $15 max. Addt’l parking at The Grove, next door. Get validation for their structure from Grove merchants. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 29, every Sat:
MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at the Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel bar, 1401 S Oak Knoll Av, Pasadena; 626-568-3900. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Fri & Sat residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Start time varies; call venue.
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7 pm THE FOLK COLLECTION at The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. They’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and the phones rang off the wall. The Folk Collection could just as well be named “Your Favorite Songs of the ‘60s Folk Era” group. TONY UNGER, ED LABOWITZ, & MIKE SIROTA, along with bass man BOB PACKHAM, grew up in the 1960s where they fell in love with the story songs and 3-part harmonies of that acoustic era. Ed and Tony have been a duo on and off since their days at Hollywood High School. Mike joined the group in 2003 and Bob in early 2005.
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Much of their repertoire is familiar to audiences of all ages. With songs like “This Land is Your Land,” “Blowin’ in the Wind,” “Where Have all the Flowers Gone?” and John Denver tunes, original compositions, and a medley of the great TV Western theme songs of the ‘50s, like “Rawhide” and “Bonanza,” The Folk Collection is reminiscent of groups like The Kingston Trio, The Limeliters, The New Christy Minstrels, and The Brothers Four. But they have their own unique blend, sound - and humor. These guys grew up loving folk music, and the turnouts at their shows confirms that there are many baby boomers, as well as older and younger folks, who really like listening to words and harmonies - and joining-in when the mood and song fit. Their show is centered on folk music and good clean jokes. They are family-friendly and their audiences are multi-generational - from children to parents to grandparents, and even great-grandparents. Their show is a fun evening. You will leave singing, toe-tapping, and smiling. More at www.thefolkcollection.com. Tix, $18.
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Sat, Aug 29:
8 pm YMT GUITAR TRIO at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina; 626-339-7020; www.frethouse.com. The YMT Guitar Trio is a collaboration of guitarists Jeff Young, Scott Morris and Steven Thachuk. Their repertoire includes original works as well as Brazilian, Miles Davis, Michael Jackson, Radiohead and Zappa. Jeff Young was the lead guitarist for Megadeth from 1986-1988. Scott Morris has recorded for Eroica Classical and Centaur Records and worked with longtime Neil Young producer Niko Bolas. Steven Thachuk is one of Canada’s most versatile guitarists playing both traditional classical guitar throughout North America, Great Britain and Europe. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. Tix, $15.
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8 pm JOE PERNICE plus MATT CUNNINGHAM in an “adults only” show at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $16.
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8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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8 pm THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND plus a headliner, most Fri & Sat nights, with BBHB opening for “some of the best blues music headliners in the industry,” at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. The venue claims, “This is the greatest house band in America. Members over the years have included musicians who have played with Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, The Pointer Sisters, The Jeff Healey Band and influences from John Lee Hooker, Van Morrison and Eric Burden.” Fri & Sat nights bring local blues bands as well as national acts. Acts booked include Chris Cain, Lil Charlie and the Nite Cats, Coco Montoya, Rod Piazza, James Intveld, Rosie Flores, Duke Robillard, Guitar Shorty, Gary Hoey, Wumbloozo, Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash and more. Website has lineups for specific dates and a tix link. Venue serves dinner Fri & Sat, 7 pm-2 am.
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Sat, Aug 29, fifth Sat of the month (when there is one):
8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “TAKE THE FIFTH HOOT” in Studio City; for location, contact Rich & Jo Lewis, Takethe5thHoot@songmakers.org; www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Aug 29, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line / couple dance lessons with Charlotte, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 29, every week; on TV:
11 pm-12 am "AUSTIN CITY LIMITS" on KLCS (check your cable co.; broadcast TV Ch. 58). Recent editions have happily featured classic Americana artists, rather than the dearth of alt rockers who dominated for several months.
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Sunday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks are the annual “FIESTA DE LA BALLONA” festival in Veterans Park, Culver City, all day; MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO at McCabe’s in Santa Monica at 7 pm; and, EVAN J. MARSHALL and THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND, featuring SCOTT GATES & CHUCK HAILES, at The Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 7 pm.
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Annual “FIESTA DE LA BALLONA” in Veterans Park, Culver City; info & directions, www.fiestalaballona.org. LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play at 3 pm. She was a Grammy nominee in the first-ever Cajun-Zydeco album of the year category, and she has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where her Grammy-nominated album debuted.
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Sun, Aug 30, last Sun, every month; near Seattle:
4-6:30 pm “RUNNING DOG SHANTY SING,” held the last Sunday of every month, at Running Dog Guitars / Sound Guitar Repair, 118 N 35th St, Suite 105, Fremont, WA. Hosted by Rick Davis & Cat Fox. Sea Chanties (shanties) are fun to sing and the choruses are always easy-to-learn sing-alongs. The hosts tell us, “The building is tall, grey cinderblock and green metal. Suite 105 is in the back, facing the alley between 36th and 35th. Parking available on the street. Over 21 years of age please. Potluck beverages and snacks.” Free.
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Sun, Aug 30, every Sun, on broadcast radio & web simulcast:
8 am-noon “PEACE, LOVE & SUNDAY MORNINGS” with veteran deejay Mimi Chen, on 100.3 FM The Sound in L.A., and simulcast everywhere at http://www.thesoundla.com/?nid=41&sid=304. Mimi mixes together the best acoustic, live, reggae, bluegrass, "jam band", and folk performances by Sound artists both new and old. It's music that fits the mellow mood of Sunday mornings in Southern California. The station tells us, “This is a unique opportunity for our listeners to associate with the idealism that grew out of the peace movement in the 1970s. No longer controversial, the core ideals of friendship and togetherness live on-and relate powerfully to new generations of music fans. Tune in and turn on.”
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9 am-1 pm “CLAREMONT FARMER'S MARKET” has live acoustic music in downtown Claremont. RON ELY plays songs of the sea and more on 2nd St between Yale Av and Indian Hill, in old downtown Claremont. Artist’s info, www.myrecordlabel.net/ronely .
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10 am-2 pm LIVE MUSIC at WEST L.A. FARMERS MARKET, 11360 Santa Monica Bl (at Corinth); www.westlafarmersmarket.com. Includes free raffle for Farmers Market fresh food. A nice, permanent band shell stage and good sound system distinguish this one. Usually the first act performs from 10 or 10:30 am-noon, there’s a second act noon-1 pm, a break for the raffle of market goodies, and the final act performs 1:15-2 pm. This is a well-structured event. Free wifi at the farmers market and throughout the West L.A. Civic Center Plaza, and Free kids crafts table operated by volunteers 9 am-2 pm, both sponsored by West L.A. Neighborhood Council www.wlanc.com. When you are on the plaza with your laptop, select wlancwifi as your free wireless network. Free event. Map to free parking, www.westlafarmersmarket.com/Location.htm.
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10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 323-848-5100.
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10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Anaheim, 1530 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim; 714-778-2583.
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Sun, Aug 30, every week, on web radio:
11 am-1 pm (Pacific time) “COW TRAILS SHOW” from Mancos, Colorado, features live on-air performances by Western music artists hosted by “Western Belle Barb” (Barbara Richhart) on KSJD, simulcast at www.ksjd.org. Studio phone-in numbers for host and on-air guests, 970-564-9727 & 970-564-0808. More, www.myspace.com/mancosbelle
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11:30 am THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND, featuring SCOTT GATES & CHUCK HAILES, at the “Laguna Beach Sawdust Art Festival,” 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; 949-494-3030; www.sawdustartfestival.org. Festival features the fine art and crafts of over 200 Laguna Beach artists, plus plenty of music of multiple stages, every day. Admission, $7.50 adult.
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12:30-5 pm “BRUNCH AMERICANA” show, hosted by Hillbilly DJ Jeff at The Redwood Bar, 316 W 2nd St, downtown L.A. 90012. It’s a four-act musical afternoon. David Serby has played it, and he tells us, “Get there early for great food and drinks. [It’s] live, independent Western Country Music in Los Angeles!”
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12:30 pm families; 1:30 pm adults only COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLES at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sun, 12:30 pm families, 1:30 pm adults only. Bring your own drum or percussion instrument to the drum circle or use one of those provided by the gallery. Taught by Mr Blue, a versatile artist from New York.
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1:30 pm WELSH CHOIR, for location, contact Rutthy: 818-507-0337.
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3 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “FIESTA DE LA BALLONA” in Veterans Park, Culver City; info & directions, www.fiestalaballona.org. She was a Grammy nominee in the first-ever Cajun-Zydeco album of the year category, and she has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where her Grammy-nominated album debuted.
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3-5:30 pm JAZZ COMPOSERS WORKSHOP at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sunday.
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4-8 pm “SANTA CLARITA VALLEY BLUES SOCIETY MONTHLY JAM” hosted by 21st CENTURY BLUES BAND at The Londoner Pub, 18511 Soledad Canyon Rd, Canyon Country (near Santa Clarita) 91351. They tell us, “You never know who will show up. There’s always lots of great music and fun. The Londoner serves up some free food for these Sunday Jams, so come hungry. Don’t forget to bring your instrument - we’d love to hear your music!” More, www.myspace.com/santaclaritavalleybluessociety and www.scvblues.org. All ages, free.
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4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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4-6 pm “BEGINNERS IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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5-9 pm “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” country & roots series brings a full lineup each week to The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; www.myspace.com/thegrandoleecho. Several acts on the main stage indoors, plus more live music on the Back Porch Stage, where there’s a BBQ available. Venue has a full bar. All ages, no cover.
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5 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) and WEEKLY COMPLIMENTARY BBQ at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. (BBQ changed to 5-8 pm, effective July 4.) Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Bonnie, 4-6 pm. Every Sunday they “light up the 'ol barbie and throw on anything from marinated tri-tip beef to good 'ol hamburgers. Every BBQ is served with all the fixin's, like baked beans, vegetables, rice, cole slaw, potato salad and more.” They tell us, “If you're looking for something really fun and different to do on Sundays, then head on down to The Cowboy Palace Saloon for dance lessons at 4, mouthwatering BBQ at 5, and a hot country band starting at 6!” No cover.
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Sun, Aug 30, every week; on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “MOUNTAIN STAGE,” the long-time NPR roots music show with live performances, hosted by Larry Groce, from the West Virginia University Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. No L.A. broadcast station carries this incredibly popular show (or any other NPR syndicated folk-Americana performance-interview show) but you can find a simulcast from any of many other stations at www.mountainstage.org or get info at 304-293-SHOW.
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Sun, Aug 30, repeats last Sun, every month:
5:45 pm OPEN MIC at McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4497; www.mccabesguitar.com.
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6-8 pm CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 play a new “Sunday Happy Hour” residency at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; music series hotline 310-250-1317; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar. Venue is 21+. No cover, bring $ for the tip jar. You’ve seen them on TV, as final-round finalists on “America’s Next Great Band,” and they made it to #29 on the Americana charts at the close of 2008. Bluegrass-Americana music and drink specials on the West Side. More at www.oldnumber7.net.
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6:30 pm THE HANDSOME LITTLE DEVILS play the “Children’s Night” Sunday series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, downtown L.A.; 213-368-0520; www.levittla.org; concert series, 213-384-5701. They are described as a “Fantastic vaudeville comedy adventure with highly skilled circus acts.”
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Sun, Aug 30; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $15. They’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and all over the world. Moira Smiley won the vocal competition at this year’s Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest. The group’s harmonies and polyrhythmic use of body percussion is unparalleled. Tix, $15.
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Sun, Aug 30; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm EVAN J. MARSHALL and THE NATHAN McEUEN BAND, featuring SCOTT GATES & CHUCK HAILES, at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. They tell us, “The show [with Evan] at Blvd. Music in Culver City was so excellent, the Coffee Gallery is running another, featuring a little more of band member Scott Gates (mandolin) with the master of the mandolin, Evan J. Marshall, and a little more of Evan J. Marshall sitting-in with The Nathan McEuen Band. Evan Marshall (Riders of the Purple Sage) plays the orchestral score of The William Tell Overture on solo mandolin. You have to see it to believe it. Seriously. Evan doubles as a fiddle master, and will join The Nathan McEuen Band during their set.” More on Evan J. Marshall at www.solomandolin.com and www.mandolinconservatory.com; Scott Gates, www.scottgates.com; Nathan McEuen, www.myspace.com/nathanmceuenmusic. Tix, $18.
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Sun, Aug 30, every Sun:
7-8 pm JES HUDAK plays her weekly residency at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). JES HUDAK is a singer/songwriter living in Los Angeles. Her weapons of choice are the piano and her voice, and she has been known to wield a guitar from time to time. Her live performance “takes her audience on a journey through laughter and love and sadness and heartbreak. Her voice is powerful and soulful, and her songs are original, emotional, and real.” Artist info, www.jes-hudak.com and www.myspace.com/jeshudak
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Sun, Aug 30, repeats last Sun, every month; in the OC:
7-9 pm monthly “ORANGE COUNTY SONGSALIVE! SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” at Spires Restaurant (in the Meeting Room), 13030 Goldenwest Av (crnr of Garden Grove Bl), Westminster 92683; 714-636-0442; event info, 714-333-8222 (Rodney). Songwriting workshop, critique session and songwriting exercises. Event gathers songwriters to share their songs, gain feedback and develop relationships within the global Songsalive! songwriting communities. First half is an in-the-round workshop where writers present one song each (on tape, CD or live) followed by a guest speaker or industry discussion in the second half, with time to talk and network. Moderated by Rod O'Riley. Directions, info, www.songsalive.org/losangeles.
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Sun, Aug 30, every week:
7 pm PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH MARC PLATT at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; www.kulakswoodshed.com. Must be a member in advance to gain entry. Limit 10 performers per week. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/workshop.shtml. Each week's workshop is $20, with all proceeds to the venue.
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Sun, Aug 30, every week, on radio and web radio:
7-9 pm “FOLKSCENE” is a long-running folk music show from Los Angeles, hosted by ROZ LARMAN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, 98.7 FM in Santa Barbara, and simulcast at www.kpfk.org. Each edition features a long-form performance-interview, recorded live, with a guest recording artist. The show celebrated its 37th year on the air in February 2008. Info on the show and guests, playlists, and tributes to the late co-host HOWARD LARMAN, at www.folkscene.com.
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Sun, Aug 30, every week, on web radio:
7 pm “FLAT CAT RADIO,” hosted by DAVE STRAUSS, features live on-air performance-interviews at www.myspace.com/flatcatradio. It’s a weekly live web-only show focused on Los Angeles-based songwriters of all genres, but the live segment is generally an acoustic performance.
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Sun, Aug 30, repeats last Sun, every month:
7:30 pm OPEN MIC at the Folk Music Center, 220 Yale Av, Claremont; 909-624-2928. Sign-ups at 7 pm. $1 cover.
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Sun, Aug 30, every Sun:
9 pm “RUSTY SUNDAYS” weekly showcase of “L.A.’s best up-and-coming rock, country, blues and folk music acts, on the Wild-West side” at Rusty’s Surf Ranch, 256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica 90401. Musical hosts are MATT OWENS & THE GOLDEN WEST, plus another act or two. $3 cover.
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Mon, Aug 31, every Mon, on web radio:
Noon-12:30 pm “GUNSLINGER RADIO SHOW” with host Cowboy Hud and performing guests on web radio KSGV, Glendora, at http://ksgvradio.com.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week; on radio & web simulcast:
1-4 pm “BUFFALO BAYOU” radio show hosted by Jake Bacon on KUCI, simulcast at http://www.kuci.org. Sometimes with live performances. It’s “a swamp pop, Cajun, Zydeco, and all things bayou sonic gumbo laced with international flavorings and a wild attitude, cooked up, and served live to the world on the web and on itunes, and at 88.9 FM in Irvine since 2003. In addition to the KUCI webstream, the show is live on myspace at www.myspace.com/jakebacon889.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
2-4 pm “HEAR, HERE” at the Lost Souls Café, 124 E 4th St (down the gated alley), downtown L.A.; 213-617-7006; www.lostsouls.com. A weekly live benefit event of “whatever” kind of music, by and for www.killradio.org, which has daily internet radio and live webcasts on Fridays, Noon-2 pm. The “Kill Radio” webcast is a submission show; send them your CDs or mp3s for “guaranteed” airplay. All the info for that is at www.myspace.com/hear_here.
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Mon, Aug 31, every Mon, on the web:
3:59-5:15 pm (Pacific time) “WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR” live simulcast from Lexington, Kentucky. Those near Lexington are invited to attend the show live; the rest of us can watch and listen live on the web, or download the podcast later, at www.woodsongs.com. The host is folksinger MICHAEL JOHNATHON, and both he and many of his guests have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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Michael’s “WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour” is a multi-media celebration of grassroots Americana music, heard worldwide in radio syndication (except in L.A.) and seen and heard on the web. Every Monday evening, Michael and his guests perform folk and bluegrass, and the show explores songwriting, new artists, literature, worldwide radio, television and concerts. WoodSongs is the world first multi-camera, weekly series broadcast on the Internet. Online viewers worldwide can watch the behind-the-scenes production heard by over 900,000 radio listeners on over 491 radio stations each week. Here’s the weekly schedule, adjusted to Pacific time: 4 pm - watch the 60 minute show live as it happens; 5:03 pm - join the audience as they record the promo for the just-completed show; 5:05 pm - enjoy the guest artist's encore performances, not heard on the radio broadcast.
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Mon, Aug 31, every Mon:
6-10 pm MARC BOSSERMAN plays his residency at Parkway Grill, 510 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena 91105; reserv recommended, 626-795-1001 (or hang out at the bar). He delivers fine piano and vocals, and he composed a film score for a movie due out soon. Info, www.marcbosserman.com.
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Mon, Aug 31, recurring, on web radio:
6 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
7 pm free “J.A.M. SESSIONS” series continues at the Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org; box dinner orders 310-652-3797. Grounds open two hours early for picnics, so pack your basket and a bottle of vino and head for the Ford. A variety of events and activities happen through the summer in this series. It is NOT what musicians would recognize as a “jam session.” It’s a structured program. Check the Ford’s site to see what happens tonight. This series is free, but you should reserve a spot by calling the Ford at 323-461-3673.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
“PRO BLUES JAM” at Cozy's Bar & Grill, 14058 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks; 818-986-6000 www.cozysblues.com. Check with venue for tonight’s start time.
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“ALL STAR PRO JAM” (blues, R&B, jazz, soul, etc.) every Monday at Harvelle's, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; 310-395-1676. Check with venue for tonight’s start time.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
7:30 pm OPEN MIC at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; Web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. This is named as the “Best Acoustic Open Mic” in L.A. AND the “Best Web Simulcast,” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. Kulak’s provides all necessary connections for acoustic stage, plus a baby grand piano. Hosted by LISA TURNER. Sign-ups 7-7:15 pm, show at 7:30 pm. Performers may choose (in advance) to purchase a multi-camera DVD of their performance. One (max length 3-4 minute) song per performer. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/openmic.shtml. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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8 pm THE ALLEY CATS plus a “special opening act” at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. THE ALLEY CATS are, says venue impresario Bob Stane, “A perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing. Their interaction with audiences combined with their spontaneous humor makes each show refreshing and exciting. Royce, Juan, Mando, and Sean never miss a beat as they bring their own contemporary style to the great songs of the ‘50s and ‘60s. They have recorded four albums, which showcase their rich harmonies, as well as the energy and humor from their live shows. Every Alley Cat performance is accompanied by the sounds of laughter and voices joining in to sing the melodies we all know and love. Tight harmonies, universal humor, and unbelievable a cappella energy,” have, indeed, made THE ALLEY CATS "America's Premier Doo-Wop Group" and the nation’s most-booked Doo-Wop group. Tix, $15.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
8 pm “BLUE MONDAYS” brings NEW ORLEANS WEST and featured blues performers to Club Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, L.A. 90016; www.faisdodo.com; 323-215-5212; (Adams & Cloverdale; exit La Brea S from 10 Fwy). Free red beans & rice with BBQ chicken.
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8 pm “KILLING CASSANOVA'S SALOON MONDAYS” series at The Bordello, 901 E First St, L.A 90012; www.bordellobar.com; 213-687-3766. Event info, scheduled performers, www.myspace.com/saloonmonday. Always a lineup of alt-country and roots bands, often with names you recognize and already know you want to go see. The Bordello is the oldest bar and brothel in downtown Los Angeles, reflecting its legendary status as the theater of the unusual and provocative, and it is now the venue for “Killing Cassanova’s Saloon Mondays.” $3 cover.
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8 pm “ACOUSTIC MONDAYS” in-the-round showcase, guided by singer-songwriter JAY NASH, with different guest artists each week, at Room 5, 143 N LaBrea Av (2nd floor, above Amalfi Ristorante), L.A. 90036; 323-938-2504. Upscale, cozy atmosphere with affordable food. Full bar and menu.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
8 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
ON HIATUS: 8-11 pm blues legend BERNIE PEARL has long hosted the weekly BLUES JAM at M'Dear's, 78th & Western, L.A. But, the series is on hiatus because the venue is remodeling. We’ll let you know when it returns. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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8:30 pm “TALENT NIGHT” hosted by CHAD WATSON BAND at the Cowboy Palace Saloon (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Cash prizes, and some winners have gone on to perform on the Grand Ole Opry. Free dance lessons 7-8:30 pm, "Two-Step with Ed." No cover.
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8:30 pm OPEN MIC at the Rainbow Bar and Grill, 9015 W Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 310-278-4232. Sign-ups at 8, show at 8:30 pm.
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8:30 pm OPEN-MIC hosted by Gordon Gilges at Café Muse, 6547 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038; www.cafemusela.com; 323-464-MUSE (6873). The venue tells us, ”There's a piano & guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you. Bring your music, your own instruments, your friends!” Sign-ups are at 8 pm. Comedy is now from 7:30-8:30 pm, with those sign-ups at 7:30 pm. They add, “We are trying to create a community of artists who support each other, so participants are encouraged to come early and stay as long as you can to show the love to your fellow open-mic-ers. You may even get to go up a second time. The night may even turn into a big music jam, so be prepared for anything! There's a piano and guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you.”
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
9-11:30 pm "IRISH MUSIC SESSION" weekly at Celtic Arts Center’s new shared location, Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com. Schedule every week is Irish language workshop at 7 pm, followed by the Irish céilí dance workshop at 8 pm, then comes Southern California's longest running traditional Celtic music seisiún, from 9-11:30 pm. Free.
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9:30 pm “JJ SONG SALON” weekly singer-songwriter night at Life on Wilshire, 6311 Wilshire Bl, L.A. 90048; 323-651-5433; www.lifeonwilshire.com. Grammy award winning producer JOHN JONES (Fleetwood Mac, Duran Duran, Celine Dion) is the “JJ” who assembles an eclectic mix of performers for an evening of live acoustic entertainment. Complete list, with links, for this week’s performers at www.jjsongsalon.com. Each plays a short set, beginning at 9:30 pm. Dinner seating available starting at 6:30 pm.
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9:30 pm Weekly “SINGER SONGWRITER EVENING” hosted by PRESTON SMITH (Preston Smith & the Crocodiles) at Lucy's 51, 10149 Riverside Dr (just E of Cahuenga, at Forman), Toulca Lake. "Preston is a singing, guitar and harmonica playing virtuoso of blues and jazz, which makes him a great fit. His stuff is upbeat, intelligent and classy, He's known for his widespread appeal to a variety of audiences and some say his music knows no boundaries. While Smith's songwriting skills have received a big thumbs up from critics all over the map, his live gigs are legendary." - John Sollenberger, The Pasadena Weekly.
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Mon, Aug 31, every week:
10:30 pm “BLUES JAM” with MISS MICKEY CHAMPION at Babe's and Ricky's Inn, 4339 Leimert Bl, L.A.; 323-295-9112; www.bluesbar.com.. L.A.’s legendary blueswoman plays an every-Monday residency. Artist info: www.mickeychampion.net. Event info, Info, info@bluesbar.com. No cover.
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[Updated editions with more (always more -- as we have time to organize all of it), and all the many, many, acoustic music events to come in SEPTEMBER and beyond - in and around Los Angeles, plus the many, many, many upcoming acoustic music FESTIVALS, near and far, here, there and everywhere! It’ll all be here, soon.]
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…So many truly fine shows, so few evenings and weekends to see them. With a new spirit of HOPE in America, why not celebrate by going out for a tunefully good time?
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CAJUN PROVERB OF THE MONTH “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.” ~ from www.bluefiddle.com, which supplies us and the Gator Gazette.
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There are more ACOUSTIC AMERICANA / ACOUSTIC RENAISSANCE music performances EVERY week in the Los Angeles area than the COMBINED TOTAL of ALL OTHER KINDS OF MUSIC!
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Check it yourself: take any edition of the L.A. Times Calendar Section and any edition of the LA Weekly, count-up all the live music shows (you won’t even need to subtract-out the acoustic shows in those two publications, since they hardly list any, anyway) and add them up. THEN, count the number of live acoustic music performances for the same days in the Acoustic Americana Music Guide. We have yet to find a week when the TOTAL of all those other genres of music performances equals the number of live performances of acoustic music in the L.A. area! (Even though you can’t hear the music on the radio here, or read about it in the biggest newspapers, it seems people DO want acoustic music and they will find and support it anyway!
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