Acoustic Americana Music Guide, Sep 12 through 21

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Team Effort Edition. The editor still can’t use the computer as his recovery from eye surgery progresses, and others have stepped-in to get this edition published for you.
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For many of us, Thanksgiving arrived early this year. Firefighters saved over a thousand homes (many built where they should never have been). And for at least one grateful editor, dedicated surgeons saved an eye that otherwise would have been lost.
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This edition extensively covers the third week of September, including the Event-of-the-Month pick and summer’s last hurrah, the September 18-20 MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL in Bishop.
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Check out your editor’s latest column in FolkWorks, available free online at www.folkworks.org/content/viewcategorycur/89 - it’s a time of remembrances for the late musicians MIKE SEEGER and DAVID CARRADINE, and for WOODY GUTHRIE’S guitar.
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Tied to the Tracks
ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC GUIDE
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SEPTEMBER 12 through 21, 2009 EDITION
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Yes, Virginia, there’s MUSIC (a LOT of it) at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona: check our special sections at the beginning of each day’s listings. Plus (as always) there’s an almost incomprehensible number and variety of live acoustic performances all across the L.A. region. And we tell you about all those acoustic festivals, everywhere. AND radio shows featuring live performances and interviews with acoustic musicians that are available on the web. So raise a toast to the firefighters and enjoy some wonderful live acoustic music!
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Whether you got to go anywhere this summer or not, the wonderful “MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL” (the 18th annual), is a fine last hurrah to celebrate summer’s end, just north of Bishop, September 18-20. It’s an “EVENT-OF-THE-MONTH” pick; last year, Millpond made FolkWorks “Best of 2008 / Top Ten;” www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All you need to know about it is in the listings for Sep 18, 19 & 20. That, and all else that’s happening, hither and yon, as September continues, awaits you within.
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And remember to tell your music loving friends to explore the possibilities right here at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com
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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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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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SEPTEMBER 12 through 14, 2009 EVENTS
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IN THIS EDITION: Look for our popular “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks, PLUS acoustic music offerings at the Los Angeles County Fair, AND our special feature on the upcoming Millpond Music Festival!
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Saturday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks offer something (and multiple “somethings” for everyone, with “BLUES AT THE FAIR” returning for its 8th year Sat & Sun, all day, at the L.A. County Fair in Pomona, with THE RENO JONES BAND, THE PHIL GATES BAND, and DENNIS JONES; the annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” at the Ocean Institute, Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point, Sat & Sun, 10 am-5 pm; today’s “Late Afternoon-to-10 pm” Monthly “GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” with a special “WESTERN BEAT REUNION EDITION” at the Talking Stick in Venice;
BONNIE RAITT & TAJ MAHAL, “BONTAJ ROULET,” at the Santa Barbara Bowl at 7 pm; JIM CURRY with his “JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE” show at the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden in Claremont at 8 pm; CHERYL WHEELER plus KENNY WHITE at the Caltech Folk Music Society series in Pasadena at 8 pm; WILLIE NILE at McCabe’s in Santa Monica at 8 pm; THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 8 pm; SLIGO RAGS at Boulevard Music in Culver City at 8 pm; and, “SABRINA & CRAIG’S ACOUSTIC L.A.” with CAREN ARMSTRONG and JAMES HURLEY at Cahuenga General Store (aka Hallenbecks) in North Hollywood at 8 pm.
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Music Today at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona:
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Sat & Sun, Sep 12 & 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
“BLUES AT THE FAIR” returns for its 8th year for two days hosted by THE RENO JONES BAND with THE PHIL GATES BAND, and DENNIS JONES, returns this year by popular demand to the Garden Plaza Stage, Sat, Sep 12 at noon, 1, 2, 3:30, 4:30, 5:30, 7, 8, 9, & 10 pm, and Sun, Sep 13 at 11 am, noon, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9 pm. More at www.renojones.com
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Sat, Sep 12 (Wednesdays-Sundays, through Oct 4):
THE VAGABOND PIRATES do multiple shows of “A Pirate’s Life” on the Buccaneer Stage. Performances are Wednesdays-Fridays 1:30, 3:30, 6:30, 8, & 9:30 pm; Saturdays; 11:30 am, 2:30, 4;30, 7, & 8:30 pm; Sundays; 1, 2:30, 4:30, 7, & 8:30 pm. Step back in time with The Vagabond Pirates, the most fearsome and funny troupe of pirates to sail six of the seven seas. Enjoy Cap’n Red Eye Pete and his band of pirates as they wreck havoc upon those fortunate enough to experience their lively sea chanties and comedic antics. Then, watch as two of their most bloodthirsty pirates battle it out, sword to sword, to determine who should be first mate. More, www.vagabondtroupe.com
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PERSON TO PERSON spans the music of the Summer of Love through the groovy ‘70s, “transforming their personas into whatever era they represent to bring a show that is high energy and full of fun” says their promo. Travel back in time Sep 9-Oct 4 on the Hit the Road traveling stage, Wednesdays-Thursdays at 4, 5, 6:30, 8, & 9 pm; Fridays-Saturdays at 4, 5, 6:30, 8, 9:30, & 11 pm; Sundays at 4, 5:30, 6:30, 8, & 9 pm. More at www.persontopersonband.com
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Sat, Sep 12:
7:30 pm GOOD CHARLOTTE plus ALANA GRACE play the L.A. County Fair’s “End of Summer Concert Series” in the Grandstand (series runs 19 nights of the Fair).
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Good Charlotte, an American band from Waldorf, Maryland, formed in 1996. In 2000, they released their self-titled debut album, Good Charlotte, with singles “Little Things,” “The Motivation Proclamation,” “The Click” and “Festival Song.” “Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous” topped both pop and rock charts around the globe. Have a rockin’ time.
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Alana Grace is a singer-songwriter, performer, musician and working actress who launched into the national spotlight when her song “Black Roses Red” emerged as the standout track on the soundtrack for the movie “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.” It’s Alana’s debut performance at the L.A. County Fair.
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General admission to the nighttime entertainment is free with Fair admission. Reserved seating is $18.50-$35; box seating $22.50-$50; stageside seating $75-$150. Tix at Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or in person at the Fairplex box office (or at fairplex.com). Concerts require Fair admission. Acts and schedules subject to change. Most shows begin at 7:30 pm. A limited number of free assigned seats are available for grandstand entertainment. (Including wheelchair access). The line forms on Floral (across from the grandstand). Tickets are dispersed at 3 pm., first come, first served on concert days only. Each person must be present to receive a ticket.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 12 & 13, in the OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10 am-5 pm Annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” at the Ocean Institute, Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point; www.tallshipsfestival.com and www.ocean-institute.org. Includes tours of sailing vessels and the Ocean Institute, and maritime music and sea chanteys.
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Sat, Sep 12; Thu-Sun, Sep 10-13, in Oklahoma:
AMERICAN BANJO MUSEUM gala grand opening celebration at 9 E. Sheridan St, downtown Oklahoma City; 405-260-1323; www.banjomuseum.org. In the Bricktown arts and entertainment district. With completion of the nearly three year, $3.3 million dollar project, the music and heritage of the banjo will be on display for the general public. The Museum promises to be impressive, in a three floor, 21,000 sq. ft. facility. It features state of the art exhibitions presenting every chapter of the banjo's story, from its humble roots in American slavery, through the minstrel and classic periods, continuing through the jazz age four-string banjo era up to its most recent identities in Bluegrass and international folk music. The Museum features a gift shop, a coffee/snack bar, a Shakey's pizza room able to be converted into a 160 seat concert hall complete with stage area and a state of the art sound and recording system, a large research and archival room, a Four-String Banjo Hall of Fame room, and more.
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All events during the grand opening weekend are open and free to the public. In addition to the Museum itself, the four days of the grand opening weekend will be highlighted by many musical performances from visiting musicians and celebrities. A limited number of performance opportunities are available during the grand opening weekend. Banjo players or groups wishing to participate must request to be scheduled as soon as possible. For out of town guests, there are several fine hotels all within walking distance of the Museum. Info from Doug Back, Assistant Director, American Banjo Museum.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 11-13, in Oregon:
Annual “SISTERS FOLK FESTIVAL” in Sisters, OR 97701; 541-549-4979. Plenty of music, from blues to bluegrass. Six stages all within walking distance in downtown Sisters, Oregon. Workshops explore the creative process of performing artists. This festival is known for world-class performers in a small town setting. Performers include past “Tied to the Tracks” performing guest TRINA HAMLIN performing with SUSAN WERNER on Fri, Sep 11, at 6 pm; Trina does a workshop for the festival on Sat, Sep 12, at noon on the Sister's Coffee Co. stage.
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Sat & Sun, Sep 12 & 13; in West Virginia:
Annual “PICKIN’ IN THE PANHANDLE” festival in Hedgesville, WV, in the countryside of Back Creek Valley. Bluegrass bands featured on Country Music Television, together with local bluegrass favorites, showcase their talents. Pickin’ and playin’ competitions allow others to show off their skills, with prizes for the best flat pickin’, banjo, fiddle and band. Professional and backyard BBQ chefs participate in contests featuring cash awards. Festival includes a Kids Korner with a moon bounce, face painting, and hot dog fixing contest.
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Sat, Sep 12, in Utah:
Annual “OLD CAPITAL ARTS FESTIVAL” in the Old Capital State Park, Fillmore, UT 435-743-5316. Lineup features the marvelous SOURDOUGH SLIM.
Sat, Sep 12; Thu-Sun, Sep 10-13; in Colorado:
9 am-4 pm Annual “OURAY COUNTY RAILROAD DAYS” at the Ridgway Railroad Museum, corner of US 50 US 62 (PO Box 588), Ridgway, CO 81432; 970-626-4239; www.ridgwayrailroadmuseum.org. Organized by Jim Pettengill (http://truewest.ning.com/profile/jimpettengill), it’s a four-day celebration of Colorado narrow gauge railroad history. Guided hikes of historic railbeds (with lots of picturesque abandoned mining structures), museum open house with rides on Rio Grande Southern Motor 1, plus the Narrow Gauge Symposium, evening of history talk about the Silverton Railroad (not the one you think), and guided auto tours along the Rio Grande Southern and D&RG Ouray Branch routes.
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Sat, Sep 12, in Washington State:
7 pm “THE DOLLAR WATCH COWBOY JAMBOREE” with ELI BARSI plus HORSE CRAZY, DAVE McCLURE, and THE ELBOW COULEE CAST OF CHARACTERS in the Winthrop Auditorium (Red Barn), Sponsored by Winthrop Red Apple Market, Winthrop, Washington 98862; 509-996-2404; Email: Lauralee@HorseCrazyCowgirlBand.com.
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ELI BARSI is a singer-songwriter, musician and yodeler with 10 CD’s, 11 Canadian Charted Radio Singles, 3 CMT videos, and winner of the Academy of Western Artists Female Vocalist of the year for 2006 along with the Crescendo Award for Best New Artist by the Western Music Association that same year. Eli is driven by her passion for music, committed to giving her best, and strives for excellence on and off stage. For the past 22 years Eli has been working as a professional musician. Eli is a proud Canadian who was hired to perform with the legendary Sons of the Pioneers in the year 2002, and since this show, she has been based out of Branson, Missouri. Eli is a diverse artist that shares a large variety of genres in her shows such as: Western Roots, Gospel, New Country, Bluegrass, Classic Country & Folk. With a 3, 4, or 5 piece band, or on stage alone with her guitar, Eli is a crowd pleaser.
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HORSE CRAZY, that totally fun cowgirl band will be on hand along with DAVE McCLURE, cowboy poet and humorist. Don’t forget THE ELBOW COULEE CAST OF CHARACTERS: Forest Stump, Girl of the Golden West, Jingle Queens of the San Joaquin and perhaps a surprise guest.
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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(Note: our coverage of music events at the L.A. County Fair is in the special section at the beginning of the day’s listings, and those events are NOT repeated in the following section.)
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Sat, Sep 12; on broadcast & web radio:
6-8 am “ALIVE & PICKING” hosted by MARY KATHERINE ALDIN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, worldwide at www.kpfk.com. As you may know, we do not usually list radio shows UNLESS they feature live acoustic performances. This show does not. But L.A. remains the least diverse radio market in the US (even though it’s the largest US radio market), so any show that spins folk-Americana CDs in this town is cause for celebration. And, KPFK has vacillated on whether or not Mary Katherine’s show will be aired regularly, or at all. Please take note, and let KPFK hear your preferences.
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Sat, Sep 12:
8-10 am LINDA GELERIS plays the FREE ACOUSTIC CONCERT series 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, Sep 12, every Sat:
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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 2nd Sat, every month; in Tehachapi:
2-5 pm Monthly “FIDDLE JAM” at Veterans Hall, 125 East F Street, Tehachapi. Second Sat, every month. Info: Leslie Schoenberg, California State Old Time Fiddlers Association, District 3, 661-821-0800. Every second Saturday, fiddlers and pickers are all welcome to join in the fun and learn some new fiddle tunes. All ages welcome as well as those who want to listen and tap their toes; www.tehachapi.com.
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Sat, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 2nd Sat, every month; in Lake Elizabeth & web simulcast:
5-10 pm “EAST OF NOWHERE JAM & POTLUCK” at a private residence in Lake Elizabeth 93532; call for info & directions, 661-724-1064. Sponsors say, “Bring your axe, your voice, your ears and something to eat and/or drink. We’ll have a ball!” For the first time, the monthly event will be simulcast on the web, at http://lakesandvalleys.camstreams.com.
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Sat, Sep 12:
JUDY TAYLOR does her “Wild West Show” sometime today in Menifee, CA, and that’s all we know about that.
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Sat, Sep 12; 2nd Sat every month; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
“Late Afternoon-to-10 pm” Monthly “GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” brings a “WESTERN BEAT REUNION EDITION” at an earlier time than usual, to the venue named in FolkWorks as co-winner of L.A.’s “Best No-Cover-Charge (Free) Acoustic Music Venue” - The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net. Series host MARK ISLAM today brings guests EDDIE CUNNINGHAM, EDWARD TREE, JIMMY MUFFIN, JOHN STOWERS, KAREN TOBIN, LISA O'KANE, LOIS BLAISCH, MERRILY WEEBER, NAKED TO THE WORLD, REEVA HUNTER, WENDY CONRAD and “maybe” BILLY & JILLY BLOCK & THE BLOCK FAMILY BAND, WENDY WALDMAN, & KENNY EDWARDS. Series is named in FolkWorks as co-winner of L.A.’s “Best Monthly Listening Room Series” - at More on the monthly charity-benefit series, hosted and booked by MARK ISLAM, at www.grassrootsacoustica.org. Info on this month’s recipient charity, Lilia's team of walkers for Memory Walk 2009 for the Alzheimer's Association California Southland Chapter; info, www.alz.org/californiasouthland. No cover, but please remember it’s a fund-raiser for charity.
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Sat, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 2nd Sat, every month; in the OC:
6:30 pm Blues legend BERNIE PEARL plays a monthly duet show with pianist DWAYNE SMITH at Iva Lee's in San Clemente. This is Bernie & Dwayne’s every-second Saturday show, and Bernie usually plays this one electric. He was great performing live acoustic on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” in March 2007. Artist info, www.berniepearl.com.
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Sat, Sep 12; world music:
7 pm “CENTRAL AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION” with MACONDO Y SUS LATIN BROTHERS 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.
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Led by Brigido "Macondo" Chaverra, who sang with the legendary cumbia pioneers La Sonora Dinamita, this Columbian ensemble brings “classic salsa in the grand style.” Sponsors say, “Get ready to dance the night away as the Levitt Pavilion – MacArthur Park celebrates Central American Independence.” More at www.myspace.com/macondoysuslatinbrothers
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The theme of “independence days” of our southern neighbors closes the venue’s year, with a “Mexican Independence Day Celebration” tomorrow evening at 6:30 pm. 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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12; in Santa Barbara; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm BONNIE RAITT & TAJ MAHAL, “BONTAJ ROULET,” at the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara; 805-962-7411; www.sbbowl.com.
Two leading lights of modern blues join forces for their first-ever tour together. The "BonTaj Roulet" tour features Bonnie and Taj on stage alone and together. Bonnie, backed by her dazzling group, and Taj, with the six-piece, Grammy-winning PHANTOM BLUES BAND, play full sets separately, before closing each night with a collaborative, blow-out performance. In addition to the glorious sounds, these two socially-conscious artists intend the tour to “make a difference,” through “The BonTaj Collective Action Fund.” It utilizes several initiatives to raise money for a variety of causes including environmental protection, social justice and blues/music education. Info at www.bontaj.com.
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Nine-time Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer BONNIE RAITT is a legend, a best-selling artist, respected guitarist, expressive singer and accomplished songwriter. Her most recent studio album was 2005's “Souls Alike,” followed by VH1’s “Classic Decades Rock Live! Presents Bonnie Raitt and Friends,” a 2006 DVD/CD.
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Two-time Grammy winner, composer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist TAJ MAHAL was inducted into the “Blues Hall of Fame” in May. His work, including last year's studio album “Maestro” featuring guest appearances from Ben Harper, Jack Johnson and Ziggy Marley. It incorporates music from around the globe, from West Africa to Latin America and the Caribbean, the Hawaiian Islands and beyond.
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"This tour is just what the doctor ordered," says Bonnie. "Taj and I have so much in common, but there's so much unexplored territory between us. It's been a long time coming, and now is the right time." Taj adds, "We've been like ships passing in the night. Some of my musicians used to play with Bonnie, we have so many of the same friends -- this is really an opportunity to combine some forces and play some great music." Tix: Floor Sections T, U, V, $78.75; Preferred Sections J, K, L, M, N, O, $78.75; Sections G,H,I, $68.75; Sections D,E,F, $58.75; Sections A,B,C, $48.75.
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Sat, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JIM CURRY brings his “JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE” show to the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Av, Claremont 91711; www.rsabg.org. He performs aboard cruise ships and was the singing voice of John Denver in the TV movie about the late author of “Rocky Mountain High” and dozens of other wonderful songs. Last weekend, he sold-out two shows at the Coffee gallery Backstage. More at www.jimcurrymusic.com. Garden gates open at 6 pm; performance at 7 pm; music concludes at 9 pm. Tickets: $18 adults; $15 for Garden mbrs; $10 students and children.
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Sat, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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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7:30-10:30 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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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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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, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CHERYL WHEELER plus KENNY WHITE play the Caltech Folk Music Society series in Beckman Institute Auditorium on the Caltech campus, parking at 322 S Michigan Av, Pasadena; www.folkmusic.caltech.edu; 626-395-4652, or toll-free 888-2CALTECH (1-888-222-5832).
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Cheryl Wheeler and Kenny White return to Caltech by popular demand. Cheryl is side-splittingly funny and delivers insightful and disarmingly poignant songs as well. She accompanies herself on guitar and is a great observer of the world. The word is that she has a new recording in the works, so there's a good chance there will be some new songs as well. Her songs include "Potato," a hilarious ditty about spuds, and “Estate Sale,” which combines humor and insight in a look at weekend phenomena of looking through the lives of the departed. On the more serious side is the beautiful, "Howling at the Moon." She's got a treasure chest of music, and there's no way of knowing which songs she'll share.
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Kenny White is a savvy singer-songwriter / piano player / guitarist, who does a great job of backing Cheryl and presenting his own set of songs. He's amazing on the keyboards and his songs have a lot to say. He could easily headline a show of his own. When Cheryl and Kenny played the Caltech series a couple of years ago, the show sold out a week or two before the night of the concert. More in a current FolkWorks feature at www.folkworks.org/content/view/36127/166 and at www.cherylwheeler.com and www.kennywhite.net. Tix, $20 gen’l, $5 youth & Caltech students.
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Sat, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm WILLIE NILE at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. McCabe’s booker Lincoln Myerson tells us, “Last year, the legendary Mr. Nile made his first L.A. appearance in more than two decades, and totally knocked us out. His street-tough troubadour style has earned him a well-deserved and fervent following, with fans like Lucinda Williams and Bruce Springsteen singing his praises. As his latest album ‘Streets Of New York’ proves, the man just keeps getting better with age. He's the real deal, and we're thrilled to bring him back to McCabe's.” More at www.willienile.com. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN 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. Venue impresario Bob Stane says, “THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN provide the perfect blend of harmony and humor harkening back to the days of Vaudeville. Preserving America’s great vocal sounds from a time when music was music, this vocal quartet, named the National A Cappella Champions, recreates the close harmonies of such legendary groups as The Ink Spots and the Pied Pipers, while including the era’s great comic songs made famous by the likes of Louis Jordan and The Hoosier Hotshots. A typical performance by THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN includes marvelous melodious music mingled with masterful mirth, mischief, and merry-making. The group’s versatility allows for effortless shifts between vocal styles with an air of ease, whether singing a cappella or accompanied by guitar or ukulele. Their signature piece, ‘Salute to the 20th Century,’ is a humorous take on the de-evolution of music over the last century, illustrated by singing the same song in the style of Barbershop, Dixieland, Blues, Big Band, Doo-Wop, Bluegrass, Disco, Techno Punk, and Rap, complete with visuals that delights audiences of all ages time and time again. Once you’ve heard THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN, you won’t settle for anything.” Tix, $20.
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Sat, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “SABRINA & CRAIG’S ACOUSTIC L.A.” this month brings CAREN ARMSTRONG plus JAMES HURLEY and performing hosts SABRINA & CRAIG at Cahuenga General Store (aka Hallenbecks), 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood 91601; www.MySpace.com/CahuengaGeneralStore; 818-985-5916.
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CAREN ARMSTRONG made the Top 100 on the Folk DJ chart for 2008. The award-winning singer-songwriter is “a mighty force in a petite package.” At barely 5'2", Caren dusts-off the term singer-songwriter with a polish, revealing delightful wit, great chops and a convincing passion for how she feels about the world. She has hosted the “Celebrating Songwriters” series for 10 years at venues throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. That popular monthly showcase presents first class, award-winning songwriters from all over the country in a format that “gives the audience an intimate look at the singer-songwriter phenomenon up close and personal in a unique, unplugged venue,” says Caren. So it’s appropriate that she is performing at tonight’s much newer, but highly regarded, L.A. showcase. More at www.carenarmstrong.com
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JAMES HURLEY’s latest CD, “Tempest in a Teacup,” went to #1 on the Indie Charts, and he is a featured NPR artist. Before that, James was named in FolkWorks “Top Ten / Best of 2008” among the best male singer-songwriters in L.A. And before THAT, he performed live several times on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” where he earned “Listener Favorite” honors. More at www.jameshurleymusic.com
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Sat, Sep 12; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
8 pm SLIGO RAGS at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; 310-398-2583; www.boulevardmusic.com. Venue’s web site has a helpful local dining guide.
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Named among the “Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, they are wonderfully entertaining. When they performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” on St. Patrick’s Day, 2006, EIGHT of the TOP TEN songs on one Celtic Music Chart with theirs, with no other artist or band repeating with even a second tune anywhere in the Top 100.
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Two-time winners of the Orange County Music Award 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 first two studio CDs receive international airplay, and their first 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 Guiness 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 as well. Tix, $18.
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Sat, Sep 12:
8 pm EVAN HIRSCHELMAN at The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina; 626-339-7020; www.frethouse.com. Heralded by the Los Angeles Times for "technical wizardry" and by the Malibu Times for "soulful musicality", Evan Hirschelman is a guitarist, composer and teacher. Whether performing original music or exploring cultures and musical forms outside of the Western tradition, Hirschelman strives to find connections that stimulate the imagination. Good places to eat in the neighborhood. Doors at 7:30 pm. Tix, $15, kids under 12 half price (under age 3, free).
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Sat, Sep 12:
8 pm STONEHONEY at Russ & Julie's House Concert series in Oak Park (Thousand Oaks area); www.myspace.com/russjuliehouseconcerts; www.houseconcerts.us. Reserv & directions at houseconcerts@jrp-graphics.com. Features coffee & dessert buffet, to which contributions are welcome. Doors at 7:30 pm. All proceeds go to the artist. Check for price of each concert. They’ve played McCabe’s so many times, they practically have a residency there, and that just doesn’t happen at the legendary West side venue. Artists info, www.stonehoney.com
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Sat, Sep 12:
8 pm “EMILY DICKINSON: THIS AND MY HEART” with VICTORIA KIRSCH at Grand Performances, California Plaza, 350 S Grand Av, LA; 213-687-2159; www.grandperformances.org. Actress Linda Kelsey (“Lou Grant”), soprano Anne Marie Ketchum and pianist Victoria Kirsch combine their talents to explore the worlds of American literary icon Emily Dickinson through her poetry and letters. This moving theatrical presentation also features songs by Aaron Copland, Lori Laitman, Tom Cipullo and Steve Heitzeg.
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Sat, Sep 12; in the OC:
8 pm AIR SUPPLY at The Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Av, Anaheim; 714-712-2700. The Australian soft rock group perform their countless hits, many of them acoustic. Air Supply first gained national recognition when they released their debut album “Lost in Love” in 1980, featuring Russell Hitchcock’s soaring tenor voice and Graham Russell’s simple yet majestic songs. That first album brought three hit singles, "Lost in Love," "All Out of Love," and "Every Woman in the World.” Those songs and subsequent singles, “The One that You Love,” “Sweet Dreams” and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” have each received endless play on the radio. A string of hit albums followed, including “The One That You Love,” “Now & Forever” and “The Greatest Hits” have, altogether, sold in excess of 20 million copies. Air Supply’s live show always captivates audiences around the globe. They have played in countries that had not previously allowed pop music inside their borders. They were the first Western group to tour China and Taiwan in the same tour. In Jul 2005, Air Supply played to 175,000 people in Cuba. That same year, their live DVD, “It Was 30 Years Ago Today,” celebrated 3 decades of global success. Tix, $35, $38, $43.
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Sat, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, every Sat:
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, Sep 12, 2nd Sat, every month:
8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “MISSION HILLS SONG CIRCLE” in the north SFV; for location, contact Bobbi Gore, 818-365-6418; www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Sep 12, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm TAMRA ENGLE and SAVANNAH JO LACK play Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd, Santa Barbara 93105; 805-967-0066; www.coldspringtavern.com. More at www.guitartam.com and www.savannahjolack.com. See the write-up for Monday, 8 pm, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage.
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Sat, Sep 12:
8:30 pm “FIREWORKS FINALE: BLAME IT ON RIO” with the HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA, THOMAS WILKINS, conductor; SEU JORGE, special guest; BEBEL GILBERTO, special guest; at the Hollywood Bowl. Program is “From Carnival to Carmen (Miranda),” as this amazing evening tours the beaches and clubs of Brazil. Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Wilkins, the stellar guests, plus dancers and the Bowl’s famous fireworks. The season’s closing program runs Fri & Sat at 8:30 pm and Sun at 7:30 pm.
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Sat, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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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There’s a late addition to Sunday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks, and they’re quite abundant. They are: “BLUES AT THE FAIR” returning for its 8th year Sat & Sun, all day, at the L.A. County Fair in Pomona, with THE RENO JONES BAND, THE PHIL GATES BAND, and DENNIS JONES; the annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” at the Ocean Institute, Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point, Sat & Sun, 10 am-5 pm; MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO plus ROCKY NECK BLUEGRASS playing the season closer of the Free Summer Concert Series at Peter Strauss Ranch, co-sponsored by the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest and the National Park Service, in Agoura Hills, 3-5 pm; GOING SOUTH BAND at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center in Fullerton, at 3 & 7 pm; TIM TEDROW & TERRY VREELAND play the final show ever at Sierra Cup in Monrovia, 4-6 pm; MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO playing a “dinner & a show” house concert in Santa Monica at 6 pm; the sold-out show by TOM PAXTON at McCabe’s in Santa Monica at 7 pm; and, KEN O’MALLEY at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 7 pm.
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Sun, Sep 13; Sat & Sun, Sep 12 & 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
“BLUES AT THE FAIR” returns for its 8th year for two days hosted by THE RENO JONES BAND with THE PHIL GATES BAND, and DENNIS JONES, returns this year by popular demand to the Garden Plaza Stage, Sat, Sep 12 at noon, 1, 2, 3:30, 4:30, 5:30, 7, 8, 9, & 10 pm, and Sun, Sep 13 at 11 am, noon, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9 pm. More at www.renojones.com
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THE VAGABOND PIRATES do multiple shows of “A Pirate’s Life” on the Buccaneer Stage. Performances are Wednesdays-Fridays 1:30, 3:30, 6:30, 8, & 9:30 pm; Saturdays; 11:30 am, 2:30, 4;30, 7, & 8:30 pm; Sundays; 1, 2:30, 4:30, 7, & 8:30 pm. Step back in time with The Vagabond Pirates, the most fearsome and funny troupe of pirates to sail six of the seven seas. Enjoy Cap’n Red Eye Pete and his band of pirates as they wreck havoc upon those fortunate enough to experience their lively sea chanties and comedic antics. Then, watch as two of their most bloodthirsty pirates battle it out, sword to sword, to determine who should be first mate. More, www.vagabondtroupe.com
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SONORA CUMBIAMBERO performs multiple shows on the plaza de las Americas Stage, Sun, Sep 13, at 5:30, 6:30, 8, & 9 pm. Emerging from Latin America’s fiery Cumbia music scene, La Sonora Cumbiambera mixes traditional sounds with a new contemporary style, bringing progressive blends of vocals and percussion backed by a sizzling horn section. The band attributes their intensity to the group’s various musical roots spanning several countries, including Columbia, Mexico, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico. Their repertoire ranges from the latest Latin hits to classics of the genre. More at www.myspace.com/sonoracumbiambera
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PERSON TO PERSON spans the music of the Summer of Love through the groovy ‘70s, “transforming their personas into whatever era they represent to bring a show that is high energy and full of fun” says their promo. Travel back in time Sep 9-Oct 4 on the Hit the Road traveling stage, Wednesdays-Thursdays at 4, 5, 6:30, 8, & 9 pm; Fridays-Saturdays at 4, 5, 6:30, 8, 9:30, & 11 pm; Sundays at 4, 5:30, 6:30, 8, & 9 pm. More at www.persontopersonband.com
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7:30 pm LYNYRD SKYNYRD plays the L.A. County Fair’s “End of Summer Concert Series” in the Grandstand (series runs 19 nights of the Fair).
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Skynyrd’s incendiary live show is full of power and grace, and everything great a Southern rock band can be. Lynyrd Skynyrd was one of the South's most popular rock groups in the 1970s, known for such hits as "Free Bird," "What's Your Name" and "Sweet Home Alabama," a Top 10 hit in 1974. The band has endured - despite all odds, through death and disaster - as the signature rock group of America’s working people.
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General admission to the nighttime entertainment is free with Fair admission. Reserved seating is $18.50-$35; box seating $22.50-$50; stageside seating $75-$150. Tix at Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or in person at the Fairplex box office (or at fairplex.com). Concerts require Fair admission. Acts and schedules subject to change. Most shows begin at 7:30 pm. A limited number of free assigned seats are available for grandstand entertainment. (Including wheelchair access). The line forms on Floral (across from the grandstand). Tickets are dispersed at 3 pm., first come, first served on concert days only. Each person must be present to receive a ticket.
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Sun, Sep 13 (Sat & Sun, Sep 12 & 13), in the OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
10 am-5 pm Annual “TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” at the Ocean Institute, Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point; www.tallshipsfestival.com and www.ocean-institute.org. Includes tours of sailing vessels and the Ocean Institute, and maritime music and sea chanteys.
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Sun, Sep 13; Thu-Sun, Sep 10-13, in Oklahoma:
AMERICAN BANJO MUSEUM gala grand opening celebration at 9 E. Sheridan St, downtown Oklahoma City; 405-260-1323; www.banjomuseum.org. In the Bricktown arts and entertainment district. With completion of the nearly three year, $3.3 million dollar project, the music and heritage of the banjo will be on display for the general public. The Museum promises to be impressive, in a three floor, 21,000 sq. ft. facility. It features state of the art exhibitions presenting every chapter of the banjo's story, from its humble roots in American slavery, through the minstrel and classic periods, continuing through the jazz age four-string banjo era up to its most recent identities in Bluegrass and international folk music. The Museum features a gift shop, a coffee/snack bar, a Shakey's pizza room able to be converted into a 160 seat concert hall complete with stage area and a state of the art sound and recording system, a large research and archival room, a Four-String Banjo Hall of Fame room, and more.
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All events during the grand opening weekend are open and free to the public. In addition to the Museum itself, the four days of the grand opening weekend will be highlighted by many musical performances from visiting musicians and celebrities. A limited number of performance opportunities are available during the grand opening weekend. Banjo players or groups wishing to participate must request to be scheduled as soon as possible. For out of town guests, there are several fine hotels all within walking distance of the Museum. Info from Doug Back, Assistant Director, American Banjo Museum.
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Sun, Sep 13; Fri-Sun, Sep 11-13, in Oregon:
Annual “SISTERS FOLK FESTIVAL” in Sisters, OR 97701; 541-549-4979. Plenty of music, from blues to bluegrass. Six stages all within walking distance in downtown Sisters, Oregon. Workshops explore the creative process of performing artists. This festival is known for world-class performers in a small town setting. Performers include past “Tied to the Tracks” performing guest TRINA HAMLIN performing with SUSAN WERNER on Fri, Sep 11, at 6 pm; Trina does a workshop for the festival on Sat, Sep 12, at noon on the Sister's Coffee Co. stage.
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Sun, Sep 13; Sat & Sun, Sep 12 & 13; in West Virginia:
Annual “PICKIN’ IN THE PANHANDLE” festival in Hedgesville, WV, in the countryside of Back Creek Valley. Bluegrass bands featured on Country Music Television, together with local bluegrass favorites, showcase their talents. Pickin’ and playin’ competitions allow others to show off their skills, with prizes for the best flat pickin’, banjo, fiddle and band. Professional and backyard BBQ chefs participate in contests featuring cash awards. Festival includes a Kids Korner with a moon bounce, face painting, and hot dog fixing contest.
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9 am-4 pm Annual “OURAY COUNTY RAILROAD DAYS” at the Ridgway Railroad Museum, corner of US 50 US 62 (PO Box 588), Ridgway, CO 81432; 970-626-4239; www.ridgwayrailroadmuseum.org. Organized by Jim Pettengill (http://truewest.ning.com/profile/jimpettengill), it’s a four-day celebration of Colorado narrow gauge railroad history. Guided hikes of historic railbeds (with lots of picturesque abandoned mining structures), museum open house with rides on Rio Grande Southern Motor 1, plus the Narrow Gauge Symposium, evening of history talk about the Silverton Railroad (not the one you think), and guided auto tours along the Rio Grande Southern and D&RG Ouray Branch routes.
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Sun, Sep 13:
8 am-1 pm THE FAIR MARKET BLUEGRASS BAND performs at the Hollywood Farmer's Market, on Ivar St between Hollywood Bl & Sunset Bl, Hollywood. Free.
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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, Sep 13, 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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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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11 am JAMBO plays a “Matinee Kids' Show” at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Parents' Choice Award Winners. Steve Pierson brings a wonderful surprise of top-notch players and top-notch songs every time he comes to McCabe's. Booker Lincoln Myerson says, “We are once again proud to have him open up our fall series with his roots style music — originally started by writing songs for his sweet daughter Lucy. Don't miss this great show!” More at www.jambojam.com. Tix, $10, and kids under age 2 are free.
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Sun, Sep 13, every Sun, 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, Sep 13, second Sun, every month:
Noon-3:30 pm monthly BLUEGRASS JAM at Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake, Altadena 91001; www.coffeegallery.com. These jams are the second Sunday of every month. Info: David Naiditch, 626-797-1827; french10@pacbell.net. Host David Naiditch's wonderful instrumental CD has been heard on radio's "Tied to the Tracks." David says, “Pickers, grinners, and fans of bluegrass are invited.” The jam is always free.
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Noon “TUCKER'S GROVE OLD TIME & BLUEGRASS JAM” at Tucker's Grove County Park, near the intersection of Cathedral Oaks and Turnpike Rd, in "Noleta" (between Santa Barbara and Goleta). After entering the park, go to the right about 1/3 mile to the Kiwannis Meadows section. Hosted by Alan Aleksander (constatty@aol.com.) this jam from the early ’70s was recently reinstated. Goes from noon, "until."
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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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Sun, Sep 13, every Sun:
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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2-5 pm monthly “AV FOLK MUSIC CLUB CIRCLE” is returning to homes for its potluck and jamfest (no longer at the Health Tree Coffee Lounge & Café.) They tell us, “Bring your instruments and voices and join in.” Held every month on the second Sunday. Info and location, 661-339-2655.
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2:30-3:30 pm “TUESDAY MUSICALE CLUB SECOND SUNDAY CONCERT” in the Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E Walnut St, Pasadena 91101; www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/library/events. Accessible to people with disabilities, and handicapped parking available. Program & performer info, contact Celeste French, 818-790-1739.All ages, free.
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Sun, Sep 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
3-5 pm MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO plus ROCKY NECK BLUEGRASS play the season closer of the Free Summer Concert Series at Peter Strauss Ranch, co-sponsored by the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest and the National Park Service, at 30000 Mullholland Hwy, 2 blks from Troutdale Rd, in Santa Monica Mtns Nat’l Park, near Agoura Hills; 818-382-4819; www.topangabanjofiddle.org/summer_concerts_2009.html.
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ROCKY NECK BLUEGRASS were the winners of the 2009 Topanga Banjo Fiddle "Band Contest." They are a Southern California-based band featuring Devitt Feeley, Lydia Veilleux, Craig Ferguson, and Andrew Paddock. Though recently formed (early 2009) the band’s members have a long list of experience and credits including: Fox TV's "Next Great American Band," Stagecoach Music Festival, Strawberry Bluegrass Festival, Huck Finn Bluegrass Festival, as well as the Colorado River, Blythe, Parker, Logandale, and Yuma bluegrass festivals. More at www.rockyneckbluegrass.com. Free.
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Sun, Sep 13, in the OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
3 & 7 pm GOING SOUTH BAND plays the “SECOND SUNDAY FESTIVAL” at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av (1 blk W of Euclid, 2 1/2 mi N of the 91 Fwy), Fullerton 92833; 714-738-6595; www.themuck.org. Presented by Fullerton Community Bank, with an arts & crafts fair, kids games, art workshops, gallery openings and picnicking. Everything is FREE except for the show. The band is quite good, playing country, bluegrass, western and Cajun music. Tix, $10 / $15 / $20. Shows at 3 & 7 pm.
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Sun, Sep 13, 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, Sep 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
4-6 pm TIM TEDROW & TERRY VREELAND play the final show ever at Sierra Cup, 409 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-301-4214; www.sierracup.com. Alas, the music-friendly, casual little venue with the good light fare, sandwiches, dessert treats and coffeehouse beverages is closing.
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Tedrow & Vreeland (www.myspace.com/TimTedrowTerryVreeland) are Trough Records artists (www.trough.com) who earned “Listener Favorite” honors on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” They’re joined today on fine harmony vocals by Johanna “Joey” Vreeland (www.myspace.com/14545202) and the Rev. Mark on bass.
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Come out one last time and catch the music in the garden patio with the high brick walls and picturesque shade tree. When the music ended at Bean Town, this became the area’s new refuge for acoustic music lovers. Now it’ll be a long stretch between the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena and the Fret House in Covina. (There is the Saturday morning concert series at Strings Music in Glendora…) No cover.
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Sun, Sep 13, 2nd Sun, every month:
4-8 pm JEFFREY BROUSSARD plays the “CAJUN ZYDECO DANCE SERIES” at The Lakewood HOP, 5201 Clark Av, Lakewood 90721. (Note new time, beginning in March, 2009; and series is no longer at Gardena Elks Lodge); event info, call Sidney, 323-401-8859. Presented by J.P.L.. Productions. Admission to all dances, $20 per person.
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Sun, Sep 13, 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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4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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Sun, Sep 13, every Sun:
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, Sep 13, every Sun:
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, Sep 13, every Sun, through the spring & summer:
5-9 pm “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” country & roots series brings, this week, OLD CALIFORNIO, WHISPERING PINES, EAGLE WINGED PALACE in a full lineup at 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, Sep 13, every Sun:
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, Sep 13, every Sun; 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, Sep 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
6 pm MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO play a “dinner & a show” house concert, sponsored by FolkWorks in Santa Monica; reservations get directions at 818-785-3839. They bring “stompin’ rebel-harmony” with cello & banjo and original and traditional songs steeped in Appalachia & Eastern Europe. Moira Smiley & VOCO sing powerful, emotional music with lush harmony and a delicious vaudevillian combo. Sprinkled throughout their songs are rompin', stompin' body percussion sets - always a show-stopping pleasure, as they proved when they performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Since then, they were voted #1 a cappella band in the U.S. The four members of VOCO create what they call “post-folk,” improvisation-built songs that digs into old Americana and Eastern European sounds, original music and new fruits from the old songs, from Americana to Bartók, ethereal and gritty. More at www.moirasmiley.com/VOCO_main.html
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Sun, Sep 13, every Sun:
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 “MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION” brings FIESTA JAROCHA with CONJUNTO HUEYAPAN 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. The theme of “independence days” of our southern neighbors closes the venue’s year, with a “Central American Independence Day Celebration” last night (7 pm) and the “Mexican Independence Day Celebration” to close the season this evening. (Thank you, Levitt Pavilion L.A., for a season with lots of fine offerings. See you next year!)
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Sun, Sep 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
SOLD OUT: 7 pm TOM PAXTON at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Sun, Sep 13; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm KEN O’MALLEY 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. Dublin born Ken O’Malley's rich, resonant voice and engaging stage presence have delighted audiences for over thirty years. In this unique solo performance, Ken transports his audience to his beloved Ireland through heartfelt singing and vivid storytelling. Find out why the Irish News calls this consummate entertainer “without question, . . .the single most enduring, influential and proficient of all Irish musicians in Southern California.” It’s a magical evening of songs in both English and Irish Gaelic, accompanied by Ken’s remarkable talent on guitar and mandolin. “Dust-free and polished to perfection, each song is performed with authenticity, and the care one might use when handling a valuable family heirloom” ----Lisa Elaine Scott, Music Connection Magazine. Tix, $18.
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Sun, Sep 13, 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, Sep 13, in the OC; a “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick:
7 pm GOING SOUTH BAND plays the “SECOND SUNDAY FESTIVAL” at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av (1 blk W of Euclid, 2 1/2 mi N of the 91 Fwy), Fullerton 92833; 714-738-6595; www.themuck.org. Presented by Fullerton Community Bank, with an arts & crafts fair, kids games, art workshops, gallery openings and picnicking. Everything is FREE except for the show. The band is quite good, playing country, bluegrass, western and Cajun music. Tix, $10 / $15 / $20. Shows at 3 & 7 pm.
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Sun, Sep 13, every Sun:
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, Sep 13, every Sun, 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, Sep 13, every Sun, 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, Sep 13:
7:30 pm “FIREWORKS FINALE: BLAME IT ON RIO” with the HOLLYWOOD BOWL ORCHESTRA, THOMAS WILKINS, conductor; SEU JORGE, special guest; BEBEL GILBERTO, special guest; at the Hollywood Bowl. Program is “From Carnival to Carmen (Miranda),” as this amazing evening tours the beaches and clubs of Brazil. Principal Guest Conductor Thomas Wilkins, the stellar guests, plus dancers and the Bowl’s famous fireworks. The season’s closing program runs Fri & Sat at 8:30 pm and Sun at 7:30 pm.
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Sun, Sep 13:
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, Sep 13, 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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Monday’s “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” pick is Aussies TAMRA ENGLE & SAVANNAH JO LACK at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 8 pm. (Careful: it’ll be electric & acoustic.)
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Annual “JACKSON HOLE COWBOY JUBILEE” at the Center For The Arts Theater, Jackson Hole, WY; www.jacksonholecowboyjubilee.org.
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Mon, Sep 14, 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, Sep 14, every Mon; 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, Sep 14, every Mon:
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, Sep 14, 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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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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6-10 pm OPEN BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION at Zoey's, 41 E Main St, Ventura; 805-340-2270.
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Mon, Sep 14, 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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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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“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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8 pm TAMRA ENGLE & SAVANNAH JO LACK bring their “Aussie-AmeROCKana Wall of Sound Tour" 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. Take a cup full of Acoustic Rock flavored like Fleetwood Mac and early Neil Young, Mix in a equal parts Classical and Americana music; Now, Imagine driving down a long road in the desert nite with the stars sparkling above when you round the bend you see bright lights and hear music and laughter coming from a crowded cafe by the side of the road. Pull over and come inside, we've saved you a seat- you'll want to sing along, drink a cup and be filled with the"Aussie-AmeROCKana Wall of Sound" this amazing duo weave's together with looping pedals Guitars, Violin, Harmonica, and a Banjolin named Maude.
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Tamra Engle is an award winning singer songwriter who's latest release The Blonde Flame Session was on the Nominating ballot for the 50th annual Grammy Awards for Best contemporary folk album. Her sound has the rock sensibilities of Fleetwood Mac and the folk edge of early Neil Young; This engaging acoustic performer has worked as a studio musician in Los Angeles and toured the country tirelessly. She has had songs placed in television movies, and nationally aired commercials.
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Savannah Jo Lack’s music spans the wide ravine between Classical and Americana, always with an edge and the willigness to transcend the four strings on her violin. Described as “Dark Americana with sparkly bits” her sound invokes the starkness and scope of a desert night whilst somehow remaining intimate and truthful. Playing as a violinist with the Queensland Symphony to winning National Golden Fiddle Award She as played with Rod Stewart, Cliff Richard, Alanis Morissette contributed music to a 2009 Emmy nominated documentary. Her string studio work has appeared on over 100 albums for artists in Australia and the US. Her debut solo album “Knitting Songs” is set for release this month. Tix, $15.
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Mon, Sep 14, every Mon:
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, Sep 14, every Mon:
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, Sep 14, every Mon:
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, Sep 14, 2nd & 4th Mon every month:
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, Sep 14; in the OC:
8 pm 2ND THOUGHTS presented by Moon Tide Press at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av (1 blk W of Euclid, 2 1/2 mi N of the 91 Fwy), Fullerton 92833; 714-738-6595; www.themuck.org. It’s “Open Mic Readings and the best featured local poets and musicians.” Repeats here Oct 12.
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Mon, Sep 14, every Mon:
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, Sep 14, 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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Mon, Sep 14, every Mon:
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, Sep 14, every Mon:
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 Mon 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, Sep 14, every Mon:
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, Sep 14, 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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Preston sang for Barbra Streisand's wedding, and he’s performed for Steven Spielberg, Bruce Willis, Aaron Spelling, Brad Grey, the cast of The Soprano's, and the late Sonny Bono. He appeared on "The Tonight Show" with the late Jimmy Stewart. Roseanne Cash recorded his song "Black and White," then she included it in her greatest hits CD that went to gold. More at www.myspace.com/prestonsmithmusic and www.prestonsmith.com
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Mon, Sep 14, every Mon:
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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Tue, Sep 15; an EVENT-OF-THE-WEEK for ARTISTS:
“2010 NATIONAL STORYTELLING NETWORK CONFERENCE” performance application deadline is today. Next year’s national event will be in Los Angeles Jul 30-Aug 1, 2010. As part of that conference, NSN will sponsor a series of performances as part of the 5th annual “NSN Fringe Festival.” Use the link and contact info to learn eligibility information: www.storynet.org/conference/fringe.html or contact Steven Henegar, Monologist & Storyteller, Truth & Lies Productions, at shenegar@sbcglobal.net - 714-662-5503 or 800-598-1852.
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Tue, Sep 15; CD release today, and national tour:
TOM RUSSELL and members of CALEXICO – “Blood and Candle Smoke” - new CD releases nationally today. With a career stretching back nearly four decades and a catalog of more than 20 albums, Tom Russell is one of the great singer-songwriters of our time. This, his newest album, is a collection of powerful observations and deliberations with more of his unsurpassed songwriting and a new, contemporary spark. Out and available today on Shout! Factory, Russell is promoting the album with a national tour throughout the U.S. It reaches Southern Cal in December, with these dates: Dec 4, San Diego, San Diego Acoustic Café
Dec 5, Santa Monica, McCabes
Dec 6, Ojai, Ojai Concert Series
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Featuring some of his most intimate, insightful material, Russell ventured from his home in El Paso, Tex. (where he moved from New York 10 years ago), to Tucson' s Wave Lab Studios. Studio owner CRAIG SCHUMACHER (NEKO CASE, IRON & WINE, CALEXICO) co-produced the album with Russell. JOEY BURNS, JOHN CONVERTINO, JACOB VALENZUELA of Tucson-based star band CALEXICO provided the bulk of the instrumental support..
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Music Today at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona:
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(Note: our coverage of music events at the L.A. County Fair is in the special section at the beginning of the day’s listings, and those events are NOT repeated in the following section.)
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Tue, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15; third Tue, every month:
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES 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, Sep 15, 3rd (& 1st) Tue, every month:
7:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at Viento y Agua Coffeehouse, 4007 E 4th St, Long Beach 90814.
Sign up list closes at 8 pm when the show starts. All genres of music and all styles of self-expression including spoken word, instrumental or lyrical (folk, hip hop, soul, reggae, rock, blues, etc) are welcome.
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Tue, Sep 15, 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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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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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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Tue, Sep 15, every week:
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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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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Each night brings different styles and genres:
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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Music Today at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona:
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Wed & Thu, Sep 16 & 17:
The award-winning DANCING GAUCHOS play four shows today on the at the Plaza de las Americas Stage. They combine, says their promo, “masterful manipulation of the Boleadora, that perilous spinning weapon from Argentina, with fire, whips, drums, and humor, into a show-stopping performance. They perform their unique skills with astounding velocity, merging the element of danger with the grace of flamenco style dance. Driven by artistic dedication, they deliver their high-energy act with unequaled charisma, generating passion, power, and class that commands their audience into an immeasurable level of resounding acceptance. Their stunning costumes, impeccable style, and mass appeal have ascended them to an unparalleled level that has opened the doors of the most distinguished venues and events in the world. Spanning the globe in the widest variety of events imaginable while moving gracefully through the multi-faceted world of entertainment, the Dancing Gauchos are a sure way to drive audiences loco.” More at www.thedancinggauchos.com
Wed, Sep 16 and Sep 30; 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 pm
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8 & 9 pm NIGHT SHIFT performs as part of the Glendora Day celebration on t The Pepper Street Stage. Whether performing to audiences of thousands in Japan, being the summer house band at The Hyatt in Maui, or performing locally in Southern California, Night Shift is known for their consistent, high-energy performances. Night Shift is unique because it was designed to give students at Citrus College a “real world” experience in the music industry. The group primarily functions as a dance band performing cover tunes and instruction is provided from staff with strong backgrounds in the entertainment industry. As part of this band, students learn the discipline of studying and developing styles of music from various eras, as well as elements important for the success of a performance, such as production, choice of material, attire, sonic requirements, and time lines. More at www.citruscollege.edu
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STONE SOUL REVUE brings the “classic soul” of Motown to the the Garden Plaza Stage, presented with the passion, artistry, and skill that the original performers brought to the stage in a fun, authentic revue with hits from Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, The Temptations, and James Brown. A family-friendly, jam-packed extravaganza loaded with audience participation. that is sure to be the highlight of your day at the Fair. More at www.stonesoul.com
Wed, Sep 16; at 5:30, 6:30. 7:30, and 8:30 pm;
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Wed-Sat, Sep 16-19; in Nashville, TN:
10th annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” at the Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St, downtown Nashville; connected to the Renaissance Hotel, the host hotel. Info, registration, hotels, tix to honors & awards, at http://www.americanamusic.org/site.php?content=conference. It’s the 10th annual conference, and it includes the 8th annual “Americana Honors & Awards” at The Ryman Auditorium on Thu, Sep 17. The Ryman Auditorium is located at 116 Fifth Av North, Nashville, across the street just E of the Convention Center and Renaissance Hotel. Tix for the Honors & Awards show are $55, available at same link (above).
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Evening showcases happen in four venues:
The Basement, 1604 Eighth Av South (below Grimey's); 615-254-8006
Station Inn, 402 12th Av South; 615-255-3307
Mercy Lounge & Cannery Ballroom, 1 Cannery Row; 615-251-3020
Third & Lindsley, 8918 3rd Av South; 615-259-9891
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Wed, Sep 16, 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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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, Sep 16, 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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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 “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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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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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, Sep 16, 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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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, Sep 16, every Wed:
7:30-10 pm “SOUTH BAY BEAT SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” series at Club 705 / Ardmore Restaurant, 705 Pier Av, Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-9705. Based on their opening bookings, this is a wonderful series with musicians who have played all over the world, sharing stages with big names in the music biz. Call them for tonight’s lineup. All ages, no cover.
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Wed, Sep 16, 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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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, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16:
8-11 pm SONG SIRENS, the delightful ensemble of solo recording artists Gia Ciambotti, Nicole Gordon, Claire Holley, Kristin Mooney, and Carl Byron, plus Bliss Bowen, with special guest TBA, at Café 322, 322 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-836-5414; www.cafe322.com. Venue serves dinner and lighter fare. More at www.myspace.com/songsirens. No cover.
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Wed, Sep 16, 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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Wed, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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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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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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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Thu, Sep 17:
7:30 pm CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVISITED play the L.A. County Fair’s “End of Summer Concert Series” in the Grandstand (series runs 19 nights of the Fair).
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Original members of Creedence Clearwater Revival, an archetype roots-Americana-bluesy-rock band of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s founded this band after John Fogerty chose to remain committed to his one-man-band ventures. How fun is a concert where every song is one you know and every song is one you love more than the one before? Get ready for an experience delivered by the legendary Creedence Clearwater Revisited, performing touchstones of a generation. You’ll be on your feet with favorites like “Born on the Bayou,” “Lodi,” “Bad Moon Rising,” “Who’ll Stop the Rain,” “Proud Mary” and “Suzie Q.”
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General admission to the nighttime entertainment is free with Fair admission. Reserved seating is $18.50-$35; box seating $22.50-$50; stageside seating $75-$150. Tix at Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or in person at the Fairplex box office (or at fairplex.com). Concerts require Fair admission. Acts and schedules subject to change. Most shows begin at 7:30 pm. A limited number of free assigned seats are available for grandstand entertainment. (Including wheelchair access). The line forms on Floral (across from the grandstand). Tickets are dispersed at 3 pm., first come, first served on concert days only. Each person must be present to receive a ticket.
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The award-winning DANCING GAUCHOS play four shows today on the at the Plaza de las Americas Stage. They combine, says their promo, “masterful manipulation of the Boleadora, that perilous spinning weapon from Argentina, with fire, whips, drums, and humor, into a show-stopping performance. They perform their unique skills with astounding velocity, merging the element of danger with the grace of flamenco style dance. Driven by artistic dedication, they deliver their high-energy act with unequaled charisma, generating passion, power, and class that commands their audience into an immeasurable level of resounding acceptance. Their stunning costumes, impeccable style, and mass appeal have ascended them to an unparalleled level that has opened the doors of the most distinguished venues and events in the world. Spanning the globe in the widest variety of events imaginable while moving gracefully through the multi-faceted world of entertainment, the Dancing Gauchos are a sure way to drive audiences loco.” More at www.thedancinggauchos.com
Wed, Sep 16 and Sep 30; 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 pm
Thu, Sep 17 and Oct 1; 6:30, 7:30, 9, & 10 pm
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STONE SOUL REVUE brings the “classic soul” of Motown to the the Garden Plaza Stage, presented with the passion, artistry, and skill that the original performers brought to the stage in a fun, authentic revue with hits from Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, The Temptations, and James Brown. A family-friendly, jam-packed extravaganza loaded with audience participation. that is sure to be the highlight of your day at the Fair. More at www.stonesoul.com
Wed, Sep 16; at 5:30, 6:30. 7:30, and 8:30 pm;
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Thu, Sep 17; Wed-Sat, Sep 16-19; in Nashville, TN:
10th annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” at the Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St, downtown Nashville; connected to the Renaissance Hotel, the host hotel. Info, registration, hotels, tix to honors & awards, at http://www.americanamusic.org/site.php?content=conference. It’s the 10th annual conference, and it includes the 8th annual “Americana Honors & Awards” at The Ryman Auditorium on Thu, Sep 17. The Ryman Auditorium is located at 116 Fifth Av North, Nashville, across the street just E of the Convention Center and Renaissance Hotel. Tix for the Honors & Awards show are $55, available at same link (above).
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The Basement, 1604 Eighth Av South (below Grimey's); 615-254-8006
Station Inn, 402 12th Av South; 615-255-3307
Mercy Lounge & Cannery Ballroom, 1 Cannery Row; 615-251-3020
Third & Lindsley, 8918 3rd Av South; 615-259-9891
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The conference brings thousands of artists, fans and industry professionals from all over the world, and features “approximately 100 performances by legends and the next generation of stars.” It features numerous panels, seminars and other events providing “the most educational music industry forum for discussion in the land.” Topics include “the interests and needs of artists, managers, labels, radio stations, publishers, agents, promoters, retailers, legal and business affairs executives, merchandisers and new media professionals… for anyone who has a passion for music.” Performance lineups on event’s website.
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Thu, Sep 17, 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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11:30 am-3 pm weekly “7+FIG FARMERS MARKET” at 7th & Figuroa, downtown L.A.; 213-955-7157; www.7fig.com. Held on the beautifully landscaped upper plaza, above California Pizza Kitchen. Certified Gourmet Farmers Market, open-air, with vendors, lunches, produce, kettle korn, fresh flowers, honey, fresh breads, tamales, olives, dried fruits, nuts, crepes, crafts, and live music (varies each week). Entertainment is free.
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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 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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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 pm PADDY KEENAN at the Ojai Concert Series, Ojai Valley Woman's Club, 441 E Ojai Av, Ojai; 805-649-5189; www.ojaiconcertseries.com. The Irish musical legend and Bothy Band co-founder is the most accomplished uilleann piper performing today. Paddy is joined by singer / multi-instrumentalist FIONN O’LOCHLAINN and guitarist JOHN WALSH. Doors at 6:30 for adv tix & will-call, 6:45 for tix buyers. Seating first come. Kids tix, under 14, are 1/2 price; on-site child care, by adv reserv is $5. Show tix $15 advance, $18 door.
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7-10 pm “POCKET GOLDBERG & FRIENDS SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” this week with guest artists VERTIGO ROAD (KIM KOPP & DAWNIA DRESSER) plus SKIP HELLER, 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 “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: 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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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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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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8-10 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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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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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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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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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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Venue serves vegan & omnivore “comfort food,” fruit smoothies and organic coffee & tea beverages. Entertainment (of various kinds) happens 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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Fri & Sat, Sep 18 & 19:
JOHNNY POLANCO Y SUS CONJUNTO play four shows today on the Plaza de las Americas Stage. Johnny Polanco is one of the most sought-after band leaders in the U.S. and has gained the distinction for making the type of contagious Latin music that is appreciated by salsa dancers worldwide. Empowered by the extensive knowledge accumulated throughout nearly 35 years of professional musicianship, Polanco , who doubles as the leader of L.A.’s Conjunto Amistad, is an autodiatic artist who has achieved a high degree of skill with 13 different instruments. With his help, this band has influenced the growth and popularity of salsa music for nearly a decade. More at www.myspace.com/johnnypolancoysuconjuntoamistad
Fri, Sep 18, at 7, 8:30, 10, & 11 pm
Sat, Sep 19, at 7, 8:30, 10, & 11 pm
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Fri, Sep 18; in San Diego:
7:30 pm PIETA BROWN performs for the Acoustic Music San Diego series at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego; 619-303-8176; www.acousticmusicsandiego.com. The very musical daughter of musician Greg Brown has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” to the delight of listeners. More at www.pietabrown.com
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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20, in Bishop, CA:
18th annual “MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL” at Millpond County Park, north of Bishop; www.inyo.org; info, 760-873-8014; InyoArts@Inyo.org. With a main stage day and night and a workshop stage that’s active all day, the wonderful lineup includes the Laura Love Band, Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber, The Marc Atkinson Trio, Incendio, Vishten, Palm Wine Boys, Joe Craven, Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion, Houston Jones Band, Fiddlin’ Pete Watercott & Friends, Larry Long, Sweetwater String Band, Chic Gamine, Kraig Kenning, and more.
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Last year’s festival made the “Top Ten / Best of 2008” in FolkWorks (www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166).
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Main Stage Schedule
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Friday Night
6:30 pm Fiddlin’ Pete & Friends (www.fiddlinpete.com)
7:35 pm The Marc Atkinson Trio (www.marcatkinson.com)
9:15 pm Laura Love Band (www.lauralove.net)
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Saturday
1 pm Palm Wine Boys (www.palmwineboys.com)
2:20 pm Kraig Kenning (www.kraigkenning.com)
3:40 pm Joe Craven (www.joecraven.com)
6 pm Houston Jones with special guest Joe Craven (www.houstonjones.com)
7:30 pm Amanda Shaw & The Cute Boys (www.amandashaw.com)
9:15 pm Mike Farris and the Roseland Rhythm Revue (www.mikefarrismusic.net)
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9 am Mike Farris (www.mikefarrismusic.net)
10 am Sweetwater String Band (www.myspace.com/sweetwaterstringband)
11:05 am Larry Long (www.larrylong.org)
12:10 pm Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion (www.sarahleeandjohnny.com)
1:25 pm Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber (www.elizagilkyson.com and (www.ninagerber.com)
2:45 pm Chic Gamine (www.chicgamine.com/wp)
4:20 pm Vishten (www.vishten.net)
6 pm Incendio (www.incendioband.com)
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Camping available in permanent campground, with showers, adjacent to the festival. More on Bishop area lodging, restaurants, etc, at www.bishopVisitor.com.
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Tix: full festival (camping not included), adult, $70 advance, $85 gate; ages 5-18, $25; srs, $60. Camping (one family per site) ranges from $35-$55. RVs and dogs allowed in some campsites. Single-day passes are $25 per adult on Fri, $35 on Sat or Sun, and $10 any single day for ages 5-18.
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Fri-Thu, Sep 18-24, in New Mexico & Colorado:
“TOM RUSSELL'S COWBOY TRAIN” with featured artists TOM RUSSELL, SOURDOUGH SLIM, and more, is a narrow gauge steam railway tour with some highway connections, from Albuquerque to Chama, NM. Info, www.rootsontherails.com
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Fri, Sep 18; Wed-Sat, Sep 16-19; in Nashville, TN:
10th annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” at the Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St, downtown Nashville; connected to the Renaissance Hotel, the host hotel. Info, registration, hotels, tix to honors & awards, at http://www.americanamusic.org/site.php?content=conference. It’s the 10th annual conference, and it includes the 8th annual “Americana Honors & Awards” at The Ryman Auditorium on Thu, Sep 17. The Ryman Auditorium is located at 116 Fifth Av North, Nashville, across the street just E of the Convention Center and Renaissance Hotel. Tix for the Honors & Awards show are $55, available at same link (above).
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Evening showcases happen in four venues:
The Basement, 1604 Eighth Av South (below Grimey's); 615-254-8006
Station Inn, 402 12th Av South; 615-255-3307
Mercy Lounge & Cannery Ballroom, 1 Cannery Row; 615-251-3020
Third & Lindsley, 8918 3rd Av South; 615-259-9891
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The conference brings thousands of artists, fans and industry professionals from all over the world, and features “approximately 100 performances by legends and the next generation of stars.” It features numerous panels, seminars and other events providing “the most educational music industry forum for discussion in the land.” Topics include “the interests and needs of artists, managers, labels, radio stations, publishers, agents, promoters, retailers, legal and business affairs executives, merchandisers and new media professionals… for anyone who has a passion for music.” Performance lineups on event’s website.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20; in Virginia:
29th annual “OLE TIME FESTIVAL” in Edinburg VA, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, showcases arts & crafts and music of all kinds. With a parade, children's activities, an old-timer's baseball game, square dancing, a 4K fun run/walk, a pioneer breakfast, street dance, food stands of all kinds, plus a community dinner, a bed race, a duck race, hay wagon rides, and more. Organizers call it, “A true family event that brings people back year after year. Take a step back in time and celebrate the way things used to be.”
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Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS REUNION” music festival in Bristol, TN, is held in downtown Bristol, TN/VA celebrating Bristol as the "Birthplace of Country Music." Genres represented are bluegrass, jamgrass, traditional country, country, Celtic, Americana, folk, singer-songwriter, indie, and acoustic. Three outdoors stages and over 15 indoor venues.
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Fri, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18; in Tehachapi:
5 pm TONY VICE & JOHN BERGSTROM bring authentic and original western music to the Apple Shed. That’s all we know about this one.
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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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Fri, Sep 18, every Fri:
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 BONE SOIR plays jazz of some kind for the L.A. County “Free Concerts in Public Sites” series at LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Bl, downtown L.A. 90036. Info, contact Mitch Glickman at 323-857-6014.
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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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7-10 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, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, every 3rd (& 1st) Fri, in San Clemente:
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, Sep 18, 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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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 continues 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 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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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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8 pm ROBBIE FULKS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. More at www.robbiefulks.com
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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, Sep 18, every Fri:
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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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 MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO play the Red Barn Concert Series in Los Osos, CA; info, www.myspace.com/redbarnseries
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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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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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Music Today at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona:
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Sat, Sep 19:
7:30 pm LEANN RIMES plays the L.A. County Fair’s “End of Summer Concert Series” in the Grandstand (series runs 19 nights of the Fair).
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With her album “This Woman” in 2005, which included the Top 5 hits “Nothin’ ‘Bout Love Makes Sense” and “Probably Wouldn’t Be This Way,” LeAnn fulfilled the promise she showed as a 13-year-old country star. Her promo syas, “Her voice, breathtaking a decade ago, has grown in range and power, along with the kind of soul that comes only through living life.” Her 10th studio album for Curb Records is due this fall, and she has debuted new songs from it on her current tour.
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General admission to the nighttime entertainment is free with Fair admission. Reserved seating is $18.50-$35; box seating $22.50-$50; stageside seating $75-$150. Tix at Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or in person at the Fairplex box office (or at fairplex.com). Concerts require Fair admission. Acts and schedules subject to change. Most shows begin at 7:30 pm. A limited number of free assigned seats are available for grandstand entertainment. (Including wheelchair access). The line forms on Floral (across from the grandstand). Tickets are dispersed at 3 pm., first come, first served on concert days only. Each person must be present to receive a ticket.
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Sat, Sep 19:
JOHNNY POLANCO Y SUS CONJUNTO play four shows today on the Plaza de las Americas Stage. Johnny Polanco is one of the most sought-after band leaders in the U.S. and has gained the distinction for making the type of contagious Latin music that is appreciated by salsa dancers worldwide. Empowered by the extensive knowledge accumulated throughout nearly 35 years of professional musicianship, Polanco , who doubles as the leader of L.A.’s Conjunto Amistad, is an autodiatic artist who has achieved a high degree of skill with 13 different instruments. With his help, this band has influenced the growth and popularity of salsa music for nearly a decade. More at www.myspace.com/johnnypolancoysuconjuntoamistad
Fri, Sep 18, at 7, 8:30, 10, & 11 pm
Sat, Sep 19, at 7, 8:30, 10, & 11 pm
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Sat, Sep 19; in San Luis Obispo:
8 pm JOE LOUIS WALKER plays for the San Luis Obispo Blues Society at Veterans Hall, 801 Grand Av, San Luis Obispo; 805-781-5930.
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Sat, Sep 19; in San Diego:
7 pm PAT CLOUD & FRIENDS at Old Time Music, 2852 University Av, San Diego; 619-280-9035; www.sdoldtimemusic.com. More at www.patcloud.com.
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Sat, Sep 19; Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20, in Bishop, CA:
18th annual “MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL” at Millpond County Park, north of Bishop; www.inyo.org; info, 760-873-8014; InyoArts@Inyo.org. With a main stage day and night and a workshop stage that’s active all day, the wonderful lineup includes the Laura Love Band, Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber, The Marc Atkinson Trio, Incendio, Vishten, Palm Wine Boys, Joe Craven, Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion, Houston Jones Band, Fiddlin’ Pete Watercott & Friends, Larry Long, Sweetwater String Band, Chic Gamine, Kraig Kenning, and more.
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Last year’s festival made the “Top Ten / Best of 2008” in FolkWorks (www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166).
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Main Stage Schedule
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Friday Night
6:30 pm Fiddlin’ Pete & Friends (www.fiddlinpete.com)
7:35 pm The Marc Atkinson Trio (www.marcatkinson.com)
9:15 pm Laura Love Band (www.lauralove.net)
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Saturday
1 pm Palm Wine Boys (www.palmwineboys.com)
2:20 pm Kraig Kenning (www.kraigkenning.com)
3:40 pm Joe Craven (www.joecraven.com)
6 pm Houston Jones with special guest Joe Craven (www.houstonjones.com)
7:30 pm Amanda Shaw & The Cute Boys (www.amandashaw.com)
9:15 pm Mike Farris and the Roseland Rhythm Revue (www.mikefarrismusic.net)
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9 am Mike Farris (www.mikefarrismusic.net)
10 am Sweetwater String Band (www.myspace.com/sweetwaterstringband)
11:05 am Larry Long (www.larrylong.org)
12:10 pm Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion (www.sarahleeandjohnny.com)
1:25 pm Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber (www.elizagilkyson.com and (www.ninagerber.com)
2:45 pm Chic Gamine (www.chicgamine.com/wp)
4:20 pm Vishten (www.vishten.net)
6 pm Incendio (www.incendioband.com)
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Camping available in permanent campground, with showers, adjacent to the festival. More on Bishop area lodging, restaurants, etc, at www.bishopVisitor.com.
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Tix: full festival (camping not included), adult, $70 advance, $85 gate; ages 5-18, $25; srs, $60. Camping (one family per site) ranges from $35-$55. RVs and dogs allowed in some campsites. Single-day passes are $25 per adult on Fri, $35 on Sat or Sun, and $10 any single day for ages 5-18.
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Sat, Sep 19; Fri-Thu, Sep 18-24, in New Mexico & Colorado:
“TOM RUSSELL'S COWBOY TRAIN” with featured artists TOM RUSSELL, SOURDOUGH SLIM, and more, is a narrow gauge steam railway tour with some highway connections, from Albuquerque to Chama, NM. Info, www.rootsontherails.com
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Sat, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19; Wed-Sat, Sep 16-19; in Nashville, TN:
10th annual “AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE” at the Nashville Convention Center, 601 Commerce St, downtown Nashville; connected to the Renaissance Hotel, the host hotel. Info, registration, hotels, tix to honors & awards, at http://www.americanamusic.org/site.php?content=conference. It’s the 10th annual conference, and it includes the 8th annual “Americana Honors & Awards” at The Ryman Auditorium on Thu, Sep 17. The Ryman Auditorium is located at 116 Fifth Av North, Nashville, across the street just E of the Convention Center and Renaissance Hotel. Tix for the Honors & Awards show are $55, available at same link (above).
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The Basement, 1604 Eighth Av South (below Grimey's); 615-254-8006
Station Inn, 402 12th Av South; 615-255-3307
Mercy Lounge & Cannery Ballroom, 1 Cannery Row; 615-251-3020
Third & Lindsley, 8918 3rd Av South; 615-259-9891
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The conference brings thousands of artists, fans and industry professionals from all over the world, and features “approximately 100 performances by legends and the next generation of stars.” It features numerous panels, seminars and other events providing “the most educational music industry forum for discussion in the land.” Topics include “the interests and needs of artists, managers, labels, radio stations, publishers, agents, promoters, retailers, legal and business affairs executives, merchandisers and new media professionals… for anyone who has a passion for music.” Performance lineups on event’s website.
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Sat, Sep 19; Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20; in Virginia:
29th annual “OLE TIME FESTIVAL” in Edinburg VA, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, showcases arts & crafts and music of all kinds. With a parade, children's activities, an old-timer's baseball game, square dancing, a 4K fun run/walk, a pioneer breakfast, street dance, food stands of all kinds, plus a community dinner, a bed race, a duck race, hay wagon rides, and more. Organizers call it, “A true family event that brings people back year after year. Take a step back in time and celebrate the way things used to be.”
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Sat, Sep 19; Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20; in Tennessee:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS REUNION” music festival in Bristol, TN, is held in downtown Bristol, TN/VA celebrating Bristol as the "Birthplace of Country Music." Genres represented are bluegrass, jamgrass, traditional country, country, Celtic, Americana, folk, singer-songwriter, indie, and acoustic. Three outdoors stages and over 15 indoor venues.
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(Note: our coverage of music events at the L.A. County Fair is in the special section at the beginning of the day’s listings, and those events are NOT repeated in the following section.)
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Sat, Sep 19; on broadcast & web radio:
6-8 am “ALIVE & PICKING” hosted by MARY KATHERINE ALDIN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, worldwide at www.kpfk.com. As you may know, we do not usually list radio shows UNLESS they feature live acoustic performances. This show does not. But L.A. remains the least diverse radio market in the US (even though it’s the largest US radio market), so any show that spins folk-Americana CDs in this town is cause for celebration. And, KPFK has vacillated on whether or not Mary Katherine’s show will be aired regularly, or at all. Please take note, and let KPFK hear your preferences.
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Sat, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, repeats every Sat:
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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, every Sat:
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, Sep 19:
7 pm THE DUO TONES 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. Veteran rock-instrumental masters PAUL JOHNSON & GIL ORR have hit upon a unique and winning idea: by leaving out the drums and bass, they put the focus on their delightful dual-guitar interplay (both acoustic and electric), which lends fresh appeal to the surf-instro genre. Paul co-founded the pioneer '60s surf band, THE BELAIRS (famous for "Mr. Moto") and he currently plays with the SURFARIS (famous for the iconic "Wipeout"). Gil, since the '60s, has been with the CHANTAYS (their big hit was "Pipeline"). As the Duo Tones, they have two popular CDs and a growing visibility, including being a big hit recently on radio’s "A Prairie Home Companion." Veteran showbiz impresario Bob Stane adds, “The Duo Tones are creating a stir among many music fans who are discovering for the first time just how rich this stuff can be when played with the skill and authority that Paul and Gil bring to it.” More at www.pjmoto.com/specialty/duo_tones.php. Bob Stane adds, “Always a fave act here. Many encores for a reason.” Tix, $18.
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Sat, Sep 19, every Sat:
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, Sep 19, in Palmdale:
7 pm JOHN BERGSTROM brings authentic and original western music to 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, every Sat; 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, Sep 19:
7:30 pm STAN RIDGWAY plays at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624-2928; www.folkmusiccenter.com. More at www.myspace.com/officialstanridgway
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Sat, Sep 19:
7:30 pm PINK MARTINI, plus additional acts to be announced, at the Hollywood Bowl. Portland, Oregon, is renowned for its innovative music scene, and Pink Martini is in the forefront. The ensemble promises to “bring old Hollywood glamour to life through their extraordinary blend of French chanson, Argentine tango, soft meringue beats and vintage-chic style.”
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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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 3rd Sat, every month:
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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Sat, Sep 19, 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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Sat, Sep 19, in the OC:
7:30 pm RICHARD BERMAN plus CAREN ARMSTRONG play the Living Tradition music series, Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.thelivingtradition.org; reservations 949-646-1964 or steve@psitech.com.
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CAREN ARMSTRONG made the Top 100 on the Folk DJ chart for 2008. The award-winning singer-songwriter is “a mighty force in a petite package.” At barely 5'2", Caren dusts-off the term singer-songwriter with a polish, revealing delightful wit, great chops and a convincing passion for how she feels about the world. She has hosted the “Celebrating Songwriters” series for 10 years at venues throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. That popular monthly showcase presents first class, award-winning songwriters from all over the country in a format that “gives the audience an intimate look at the singer-songwriter phenomenon up close and personal in a unique, unplugged venue,” says Caren. So it’s appropriate that she is performing at tonight’s much newer, but highly regarded, L.A. showcase. More at www.carenarmstrong.com
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Sat, Sep 19; in Goleta:
7:30 pm KENNY EDWARDS with FREDDY KOELLA play at SongTree, 820 N Fairview, Goleta; 805-962-0830.
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Sat, Sep 19, third Sat, every month:
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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Sat, Sep 19, 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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8 pm CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 at The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina; 626-339-7020; www.frethouse.com. The Old #7 has an original sound that utilizes traditional Bluegrass, Blues' and Honky Tonk to create an American roots music that people of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy. "If Bill Monroe had started a band with Muddy Waters and Levon Helm, this is what it would sound like." Larry Wines writes, “They bring traditional and new-fangled bluegrass that’s lots of fun.” They were final-round contestants last December on the NBC network TV series, "The Next Great American Band". Cliff says, “We were chosen from 8000 applicants to be in the top 12 and performed on the show for six weeks to 10 million viewers or more each week.” Good places to eat in the neighborhood. Doors at 7:30 pm. Tix, $15, kids under age 12 are half price (under age 3, free).
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Sat, Sep 19:
8 pm JIM & MORNING NICHOLS at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; www.boulevardmusic.com; 310-398-2583. Venue’s web site has a helpful local dining guide.
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Sat, Sep 19, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm PIETA BROWN & BO RAMSEY, plus ROBBIE FULKS, present a formidable lineup for tonight’s edition of the hghly-regarded “Sings Like Hell” Concert Series at the Lobero Theater, 33 E Canon Perdido, Santa Barbara; 805-963-0761; www.singslikehell.com. Pieta, the very musical daughter of musician Greg Brown, has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” to the delight of listeners. More at www.pietabrown.com - www.boramsey.com - www.robbiefulks.com
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Sat, Sep 19, every Sat:
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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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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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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8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “SOUTH BAY HOOT” in Redondo Beach; for location, contact info@Songmakers.org or 310-376-0222. www.songmakers.org.
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8-11 pm DULCIMANIA with NORM JACOBSON & BARBARA GERSHMAN each on hammered dulcimer, & BRAD MOORE, at Alta Coffeehouse, 506 31st St, Newport Beach; info, Norm Jacobson, jacobson@ics.uci.edu and more at http://us.mc510.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=jacobson@ics.uci.edu. The band says, “the coffee and food are great.” No cover.
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9 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., GINA VILLALOBOS, & ELLIOT RANDALL, at the Bootleg Theater, 2220 Beverly Bl, L.A. (Free parking across the street at Praise Christian Church). Presented by Music Fog. This is an exceptional lineup. 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 / couple dance lessons with Charlotte, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Sep 19, every Sat; 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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Sun, Sep 20:
7:30 pm “MARIACHI FIESTA USA” with Fireworks Finale at the L.A. County Fair’s “End of Summer Concert Series” in the Grandstand (series runs 19 nights of the Fair).
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This 90-minute version of the ever-popular MARIACHI USA® Festival, a 20-year tradition at the Hollywood Bowl, is an uplifting Mariachi experience that keeps the audience dancing, laughing and singing.
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General admission to the nighttime entertainment is free with Fair admission. Reserved seating is $18.50-$35; box seating $22.50-$50; stageside seating $75-$150. Tix at Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or in person at the Fairplex box office (or at fairplex.com). Concerts require Fair admission. Acts and schedules subject to change. Most shows begin at 7:30 pm. A limited number of free assigned seats are available for grandstand entertainment. (Including wheelchair access). The line forms on Floral (across from the grandstand). Tickets are dispersed at 3 pm., first come, first served on concert days only. Each person must be present to receive a ticket.
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SEPTEMBER’S EVENT-OF-THE-MONTH PICK:
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Sun, Sep 20; Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20, in Bishop, CA:
18th annual “MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL” at Millpond County Park, north of Bishop; www.inyo.org; info, 760-873-8014; InyoArts@Inyo.org. With a main stage day and night and a workshop stage that’s active all day, the wonderful lineup includes the Laura Love Band, Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber, The Marc Atkinson Trio, Incendio, Vishten, Palm Wine Boys, Joe Craven, Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion, Houston Jones Band, Fiddlin’ Pete Watercott & Friends, Larry Long, Sweetwater String Band, Chic Gamine, Kraig Kenning, and more.
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Friday Night
6:30 pm Fiddlin’ Pete & Friends (www.fiddlinpete.com)
7:35 pm The Marc Atkinson Trio (www.marcatkinson.com)
9:15 pm Laura Love Band (www.lauralove.net)
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Saturday
1 pm Palm Wine Boys (www.palmwineboys.com)
2:20 pm Kraig Kenning (www.kraigkenning.com)
3:40 pm Joe Craven (www.joecraven.com)
6 pm Houston Jones with special guest Joe Craven (www.houstonjones.com)
7:30 pm Amanda Shaw & The Cute Boys (www.amandashaw.com)
9:15 pm Mike Farris and the Roseland Rhythm Revue (www.mikefarrismusic.net)
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9 am Mike Farris (www.mikefarrismusic.net)
10 am Sweetwater String Band (www.myspace.com/sweetwaterstringband)
11:05 am Larry Long (www.larrylong.org)
12:10 pm Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion (www.sarahleeandjohnny.com)
1:25 pm Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber (www.elizagilkyson.com and (www.ninagerber.com)
2:45 pm Chic Gamine (www.chicgamine.com/wp)
4:20 pm Vishten (www.vishten.net)
6 pm Incendio (www.incendioband.com)
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Camping available in permanent campground, with showers, adjacent to the festival. More on Bishop area lodging, restaurants, etc, at www.bishopVisitor.com.
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Tix: full festival (camping not included), adult, $70 advance, $85 gate; ages 5-18, $25; srs, $60. Camping (one family per site) ranges from $35-$55. RVs and dogs allowed in some campsites. Single-day passes are $25 per adult on Fri, $35 on Sat or Sun, and $10 any single day for ages 5-18.
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Sun, Sep 20; Fri-Thu, Sep 18-24, in New Mexico & Colorado:
“TOM RUSSELL'S COWBOY TRAIN” with featured artists TOM RUSSELL, SOURDOUGH SLIM, and more, is a narrow gauge steam railway tour with some highway connections, from Albuquerque to Chama, NM. Info, www.rootsontherails.com
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Sun, Sep 20; Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20; in Virginia:
29th annual “OLE TIME FESTIVAL” in Edinburg VA, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, showcases arts & crafts and music of all kinds. With a parade, children's activities, an old-timer's baseball game, square dancing, a 4K fun run/walk, a pioneer breakfast, street dance, food stands of all kinds, plus a community dinner, a bed race, a duck race, hay wagon rides, and more. Organizers call it, “A true family event that brings people back year after year. Take a step back in time and celebrate the way things used to be.”
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Sun, Sep 20; Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20; in Tennessee:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS REUNION” music festival in Bristol, TN, is held in downtown Bristol, TN/VA celebrating Bristol as the "Birthplace of Country Music." Genres represented are bluegrass, jamgrass, traditional country, country, Celtic, Americana, folk, singer-songwriter, indie, and acoustic. Three outdoors stages and over 15 indoor venues.
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(Note: our coverage of music events at the L.A. County Fair is in the special section at the beginning of the day’s listings, and those events are NOT repeated in the following section.)
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Sun, Sep 20:
8 am-1 pm THE FAIR MARKET BLUEGRASS BAND performs at the Hollywood Farmer's Market, on Ivar St between Hollywood Bl & Sunset Bl, Hollywood. Free.
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Sun, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20, every Sun, 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, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20, 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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3-5 pm SHAPE NOTE SINGING at the home of Pat Keating and Bruce Hayes in West L.A.; call for info and location, 310-557-1927.
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Sun, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20:
4-8 pm JEFFREY BROUSSARD & THE CREOLE COWBOYS play for the Lakewood Hop, the Cajun-zydeco dance series at The Center at Sycamore Plaza, 5000 Clark Av, Lakewood. Info, call Sidney at 323-401-8859 or 562-804-4434. $20.
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Sun, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, every Sun:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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Sun, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20:
4:30 pm DAN CROW plays a “Special family/children's concert” at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624-2928; www.folkmusiccenter.com. More at www.dancrow.com
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Sun, Sep 20, every Sun, 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, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20, 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!” More at www.onefootin.com
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Sun, Sep 20, every Sun; 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, Sep 20, 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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6-8 pm CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD NUMBER 7 play their “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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Sun, Sep 20, in Thousand Oaks:
6 pm JIMMY LaFAVE performs for the Thousand Oaks Library Music Series, at Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91362; info, www.BodieHouse.com. More at www.jimmylafave.com.
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Sun, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20:
7 pm Sixth Annual “CELTIC CONCERT AT THE FORD” presented by An Claidheamh Soluis / The Celtic Arts Center brings THE McKASSONS, KEN O'MALLEY, HIGHLAND WAY, SLUGGER O´TOOLE, IRISH STEP DANCERS, and THE LOS ANGELES POLICE EMERALD SOCIETY PIPES AND DRUMS, at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-461-3673; 323-GO1-FORD; www.FordTheatres.org; box dinner orders 310-652-3797.
Ken O'Malley, along with The McKassons, a Seattle based Scottish band, will headline this year's Celtic Arts Center Concert at the John Anson Ford on Sunday, September 20, 2009. Tickets are available at www.tinyurl.com/ford2009 for advance purchase. The John Anson Ford also allows picnicking prior to the event on their lovely grounds. Bring your own or order box dinners from the Ford and make it a party!

THE LOS ANGELES POLICE EMERALD SOCIETY PIPES AND DRUMS kick-off
a great night of traditional Celtic music and dance, featuring the Seattle-based band THE McKASSONS (www.themckassons.com) who have performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Special guest KEN O'MALLEY’s (www.kenomalley.com) latest CD had its world premiere on “TttT,” and his rich baritone and authentic and original Irish songs are a delight. San Diego´s HIGHLAND WAY (www.highlandway.us), plus SLUGGER O´TOOLE (www.myspace.com/sluggerotoolem), Irish step dancers DREAMDANCE II and comedian MIKE BURSTYN round-out the evening.
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An Early Buyer Incentive allows the buyer to pay $22 or $20 for tickets if purchased by Sep 13. Otherwise, the full prices are $27 and $25 gen’l, with a student / child price of $12. Buy 3 or more events at the Ford and tix are $18 and $16. Early buyer incentive ($5 discount per ticket) at http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase.
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Sun, Sep 20:
7 pm “SLACK KEY GUITAR NIGHT” starring JIM "KIMO" WEST & T. DAN HOFSTEDT 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. Slack key guitar masters Jim "Kimo" West and "T. Dan" Hofstedt take you on a sonic journey to the Hawaiian Islands via the enchanting and lilting sounds of ki hoa'lu, as it is known in Hawai’i.
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Jim "Kimo" West has performed at many of Hawaii's slack key festivals as well as the Southern California Slack Key Festival in Redondo Beach in both 2008 and 2009. A winner of the Hawaii Music Awards and Na Hoku Hanohano (the Hawaiian "Grammy") nominee, Kimo is known for his unique style, original tunings and "nahenahe" sound. He is also a composer for film and TV and has released four CD's of original slack key compositions and arrangements.
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Jim "Kimo" West first visited Hana, Maui in 1985, after a long summer on the road as guitarist for famed musical satirist, "Weird Al" Yankovic. As the sounds of Gabby Pahinui, the Sons of Hawai'i, Sonny Chillingworth, The Sunday Manoa, and others, played on the turntable, he jammed along for fun and relaxation. Already a devotee of open tunings, he was immediately drawn to the gentle rhythms of ki ho 'alu (slack key guitar) and soon began writing his own songs. The rich physical and cultural landscape of the Hana Coast has provided the inspiration for many of his compositions. While always retaining the heartfelt essence of traditional slack key, Jim "Kimo" West brings much of his own musical heritage to his original ki ho'alu instrumentals. His style can best be described as "nahenahe", meaning "soft, sweet or gentle voice", a fusion of old and new but still rooted deeply in tradition.
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O'ahu native "T. Dan" Hofstedt plays slack-key infused with his rich personal experiences growing up in Hawaii and will be sharing some of his many original songs. He was recently featured in two sold-out performances at the Coffee Gallery in a unique show of Hawaiian "pidgin" English stories and slack-key guitar with Hawaiian storyteller and comedian Kamaka Brown called, "If Can, Can- If No Can, No Can." He has two CD's of original slack-key influenced original compositions.
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Hofstedt was introduced to slack key guitar as a teenager growing up in Hawaii where he performed in a Polynesian song and dance revue with the Kalani High School Select Choir, which performed at many venues around Honolulu, as well as a road trip to Nevada, Disneyland, and Mexico where they brought the Aloha Spirit to the mainland. He was part of the choir's Hawaiian trio who backed up the legendary Don Ho at a fundraising concert for a school for special needs children in 1975.
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7 pm CHRIS STUART & BACKCOUNTRY perform at the Blue Ridge Pickin' Parlor, 17828 Chatsworth St, Granada Hills; www.pickinparlor.com; 818-282-9001. They’re festival favorites who your editor first saw at a festival in Washington state in 2004. They’ve earned “Listener Favorite” honors on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” with their delightfully comic, “Six Naked Pentecostals in a Pontiac.” Janet Beazley is a standout on banjo. More at www.chrissturat.com.
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7 pm PIETA BROWN at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Pieta, the very musical daughter of musician Greg Brown, has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” to the delight of listeners. More at www.pietabrown.com.
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Sun, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, every Sun:
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, Sep 20, every Sun, 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, Sep 20, every Sun, 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, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 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, Sep 21; Fri-Thu, Sep 18-24, in New Mexico & Colorado:
“TOM RUSSELL'S COWBOY TRAIN” with featured artists TOM RUSSELL, SOURDOUGH SLIM, and more, is a narrow gauge steam railway tour with some highway connections, from Albuquerque to Chama, NM. Info, www.rootsontherails.com
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(Note: our coverage of music events at the L.A. County Fair is in the special section at the beginning of the day’s listings, and those events are NOT repeated in the following section.)
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Mon, Sep 21, 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, Sep 21, every Mon; 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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21, 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, Sep 21, 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, Sep 21, 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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21, every Mon:
“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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Mon, Sep 21, every Mon:
“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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21:
8 pm PADDY KEENAN and accompanist tba, 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. In the mid-1970s The Irish musical legend and Bothy Band co-founder is the most accomplished uilleann piper performing today. The Bothy Band forever changed the face of Irish traditional music. One of the band's founding members, and one of its driving forces, was uilleann piper Paddy Keenan. The virtuosity and ferocity of his playing caused Bothy Band-mate Donal Lunny to describe him as "the Jimi Hendrix of the pipes". Paddy is certainly one of the most brilliant musicians of his generation. To quote John O'Regan in "Rock 'n' Reel" magazine, "In Irish music there are legends and legends, and then there's Paddy Keenan." Tix, $20.
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Mon, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21, 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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Mon, Sep 21, every Mon:
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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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 Mon 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, Sep 21, every Mon:
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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Preston sang for Barbra Streisand's wedding, and he’s performed for Steven Spielberg, Bruce Willis, Aaron Spelling, Brad Grey, the cast of The Soprano's, and the late Sonny Bono. He appeared on "The Tonight Show" with the late Jimmy Stewart. Roseanne Cash recorded his song "Black and White," then she included it in her greatest hits CD that went to gold. More at www.myspace.com/prestonsmithmusic and www.prestonsmith.com
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Mon, Sep 21, every Mon:
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 still to come in SEPTEMBER and beyond - in and around Los Angeles, plus the many, many, many upcoming acoustic music FESTIVALS, near and far, hither and yon, 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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“There’s nothing as quiet as night without music, as dark as a night without stars...” - from “THE FIDDLER,” learned from Guy Carawan
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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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