Acoustic Americana Music Guide, Nov 19 & 20 update

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Even when The Guide only brings you a day or two AND UPDATES IT WITH EVEN MORE EVENTS, you’ll always find a cornucopia of delectable musical treats, offered in our extensive event listings and descriptions, PLUS a bit o’ news you won’t get anywhere else…
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Tied to the Tracks
ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC GUIDE
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NOVEMBER 19 & 20, 2009 UPDATED with MORE EVENT LISTINGS
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Yep, even MID-WEEK, there are concerts, club gigs, coffeehouse shows, acoustic open mics, (more than you can go see, even if have a hovercraft or a helicopter or one of those rocket backpacks), plus workshops for artists.
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And if you’re so broke you’re stuck at home, check out our listings for RADIO SHOWS with performance-interviews with acoustic musicians (mostly on web simulcasts, of course). It’s all here for you, at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com
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More info on the Guide (what it’s about, etc), follows the event descriptions / listings and our “heads-up” advance tix notices.
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First, 3 NEWS QUICKIES:
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1) BE PART OF PASADENA’S LARGEST FOOD DRIVE this weekend at the “Fork in the Road,” where Pasadena Av divides from St. John and creates a triangle N of Bellfontaine (all just N of California Av, near Huntington Hospital).
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On Sat & Sun, Nov 21 & 22, you can do a drive-by drop-off of food for Union Station Homeless Services, from 8 am to 4 pm, and “Put the Fork in Hunger,” as the event’s name says.
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So, why did you read this in the Music Guide? Well, because the “Fork in the Road” – an 18 foot high fork sculpture, was recently dedicated as a guerilla art placement in honor of the 75th birthday of Coffee Gallery Backstage impresario Bob Stane. In addition to being honored with the fork, Bob just received the Folk Alliance FAR West Ambassador Award for all he does to support folk-Americana and acoustic artists. As he is wont to do, Bob is giving back to the community, once more, with Ken Marshall, the fork’s creator. And this time, everyone can help! More info? Call Philip Coombes at 626-644-3227 or email phil@agentphil.com
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2) YOUR VOTE selects winners in the 2009 “INDEPENDENT SINGER SONGWRITERS ASSOCIATION (ISSA) SONG CONTEST.” See the list of nominees and hear song samples at http://issa-music.org/song_contest2009_nominees.htm. Winners in this year's contest are determined by online fan vote, which runs Wed, Nov 18 through Tue, Nov 25.
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Nominees include DALE LaDUKE, a past “Tied to the Tracks” guest whose original song, “The Lone Ranger,” became a “Listener Favorite” on the radio show. That’s the song that’s now vying in the ISSA Folk Category.
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In the Adult Contemporary Category is a song by SUSAN PICKING, whose music has been heard on “TttT.”
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You can vote for your favorite nominees at www.issa-music.org/voter_reg_songcontest.php
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In parallel, the judging panel will review all nominee submissions to select the winner of the $2,000 grand prize and title of “ISSA Singer-Songwriter of the Year.” Winners from the Fan Vote and the Judging Panel will be announced Mon, Nov 30.
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3) ATTEND A LIVE TV TAPING, on Fri, Nov 20, at 3 or 4 pm, of “THE LATE LATE SHOW” with Craig Ferguson. Rather suddenly, on Wed, Nov 18, the show announced two rare Friday tapings. Free tickets are available to be in the audience at CBS Studios in Hollywood, with arrival times of 3 or 4 pm. Producers tell us, “If you've ever had trouble making one of our Monday-Thursday tapings, or if you just want to start your weekend right, use the link below to print free tickets!” The link is www.ocatv.com/latelate.
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We don’t know who the guests are, but we do know that guests from radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” have later performed on this nationwide network TV show.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19
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Your editor, recovering from eye surgery, still isn’t available to detail the “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks.
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“Out-of-Town” Events:
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Thu, Nov 19; Wed-Sun, Nov 18-22, in Albuquerque, New Mexico:
Annual “WESTERN MUSIC ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE” with panels, showcases, and awards (Western music’s equivalent of the Grammys), at the Albuquerque Marriott. Plus, of course, there is day and night jamming and a fabulous time for all at this exceptionally worthwhile event.
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California-based artists performing, including those who are nominated for top awards, include SOURDOUGH SLIM, GARY ALLEGRETTO; RODGER MAXWELL, TOM HIATT, SUSAN PARKER, JOYCE WOODSON, TRAILS & RAILS, TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS, JOE HERRINGTON, JERRY HALL & TRICK SHOT, CALIFORNIA COWBOYS, CURLY MUSGRAVE, BELINDA GAIL, JUNI FISHER, TONY VICE, LYNN ANDERSON, LES BUFFHAM, GARY ROBERTSON, & RAY DOYLE. More at www.westernmusic.org
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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Thu, Nov 19, 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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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
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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Thu, Nov 19, Wed & Thu, every week; near Santa Barbara:
4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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Wed’s include BBQ; Thu’s are a “Mountain Fiddle Hootenanny.” Both hosted by MARK LEWIS. More at www.paradisestoresb.com/entertainment.asp?cmth=2&cyer=2009
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
4:30-5:30 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113.
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Thu, Nov 19, on web radio:
5-7 pm “DOUBLE D RADIO SHOW” available at www.kcty.org tonight presents the FULL VERSION of Arlo Guthrie’s “ALICE'S RESTAURANT” in the show’s “6 O'clock Spotlight.” It’s not a song about the restaurant, it’s a song about war and peace and nonviolent civil disobedience and havin’ to pick up the garbage. Host Darren Gaber says, “Join me [as we] feature the classic Arlo Guthrie song… in its 18 minute entirety. Don't miss out on a great classic and a lot more. Tune in. Turn on. Rock out. Peace.” More at www.myspace.com/doubledradioshow and you can contact Darren (Double D) at doubledradioshow@gmail.com. Now, why is this a big deal, you ask? Well, because “Alice’s Restaurant” has been a must-play on the radio on Thanksgiving for 40 years, and the Double D Radio Show is taking next Thursday off to celebrate Thanksgiving. (Double D Radio is ostensibly a rock show…)
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu: in Santa Barbara:
5:30-7:30 pm THE SALT MARTIANS play bluegrass for Happy Hour at the Tupelo Junction Cafe, 1218 State St, Santa Barbara; 805-899-3900 for dinner reserv. The band is TIM MULLINS, KEN GASTON, AARON DOUGLAS and often MIKE MULLINS. Artists’ info, www.saltmartians.com. Full bar & food. No cover.
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Thu, Nov 19, 3rd (and 1st) Thu, every month; in the OC:
6-9 pm “BLUEGRASS JAM IN THE OC” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708; 714-965-1125. It’s described as “Open Mics and Jams,” and as an “open bluegrass jam, all pickers welcome, all grinners welcome!” Event info, Shelah Spiegel, 714-962-5083 or ifiddler@yahoo.com. Free.
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Thu, Nov 19, recurring; in Idyllwild:
6-9 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & KEVIN HAMBY at Café Aroma, 54750 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild; 951-659-5212. Acoustic blues, bluegrass, swing, folk, more; Sandii Castleberry with guitar, vocals, harmonica; Kevin Hamby on bass, vocals.
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Thu, Nov 19:
7-10 pm “KULAK’S WOODSHED BIG DOUBLE BIRTHDAY SHOW” is “a celebration of 100 years” as the half-century marks for Woodshed impresario PAUL KULAK and singer-songwriter (and Monday night open mic hostess) LISA TURNER, 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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Live webcast from 7-10 pm, so if you can’t be there, you can still “be” there. It’s music, a party, cake, decorations, snacks, and a full music line-up, including (in alphabetical order), LAUREN ADAMS, CHAUNCEY BOWERS, SEVERIN BROWNE, JULIE CHADWICK, KEN HOLME, TOM HUBBARD, JEFF KOSSACK, TRACY NEWMAN, DEANNA PINO, MARC PLATT, DAVE STONE, RIC TAYLOR, LISA TURNER, TIM TURNER, and PHIL WARD. Presented by Dana Charnofsky’s “Concerts In Harmony” series. There’s an unconfirmed rumor of a song-circle / jam after the webcast has concluded.
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All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
7-10 pm weekly ”POCKET GOLDBERG & FRIENDS SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” tonight brings JEFF TURMES (Mavis Staples, Janiva Magness, Gary Primich) and STEVE McCORMICK (Amilia K. Spicer, Studebaker) at Arnie’s Café & Ristorante Italiano, 6864 Foothill Bl (at Marcus), Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089; www.ArniesCafe.com or www.myspace.com/arniescafe. Venue serves good Italian food, 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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Thu, Nov 19, third Thu, every month:
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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Thu, Nov 19, 3rd Thu, every month; in Camarillo:
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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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
7-10 pm “FLAMENCO GUITAR NIGHT” with award-winning flamenco guitarist STEPHEN DICK at Manchego Food From Spain Restaurant, 2510 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-450-3900; www.manchegoonmain.com. Venue serves great tapas and Spanish dinner plates in an elegant and intimate space. STEPHEN DICK - "Esteban de Los Angeles" - has won numerous prizes for his compositions and performances, including an award from the Sur Jerez Flamenco Competition in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, for his original 1st album, "Naranjas Amargas." A versatile artist, he is the winner of the Peter Frampton award for excellence in contemporary music, and his compositions for the guitar have been published in Italy, and in the US by Columbia Music Company. He won the Paulo Barsacchi award for guitar composition for his "Sonatina for Solo Guitar," and a Meet the Composer's grant for his realization of Federico GarcÃa Lorca's romantic ballad, "Romance Sonambulo." He a 2008/2009 winner of a grant from the Spanish Ministry of Culture and US Universities for a new flamenco concert featuring GarciaLorca's mystical lullaby, "Nana del Caballo Grande."
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
7 pm CHARANGOA SALSA DANCE at Steven's SteakHouse, 5332 Steven's Pl, City of Commerce; 323-723-9856; Fay@charangoa.com; www.charangoa.com. Every Thu. Includes dance class with Miguel, 7-8 pm; dancing to live music, 9 pm-1:30 am. It’s reported that there are lots of great dancers & surprises. Free.
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
7-11 pm OPEN MIC NIGHT on “The Main Stage” at Highland Perk Coffeehouse, 5930 York Bl, L.A. The inaugural event was Apr 12. Sponsors say, “This event repeats every Thursday night. Singers, spoken word, guitar players, drum soloists, almost anything that makes the crowd applaud...”
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu; in Lancaster:
7-10 pm “CEDAR OPEN MIC” at Cedar Center, 44345 Cedar Av (at Lancaster Bl), Lancaster 93534; www.myspace.com/cedarcenteropenmic. Hosted by Ms. Shell Marie and Cleen. It’s open to all ages, however there is no censorship rule. It welcomes poets, spoken word, “freestylers,” and acoustic musicians. Free.
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
OPEN MIC / SONGWRITER SHOWCASE at Primo Pizza, 28200 Bouquet Cyn Rd, Saugus. Mike Dill hosts. He's a fine fingerstyle blues picker.
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Thu, Nov 19 (JUST ADDED TO THE GUIDE):
7:30 pm “SINGING DARWIN” Scholar RICHARD MILNER performs a lively hour of science and song followed by a book signing (no book burning here) where it’s a “Grounds for Evolution” evening at Peet's Coffee, 258 S Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills. Enjoy “Signing, singing, sipping, schmoozing in an informal presentation with Q&A,” and free admission with a coffee or beverage purchase.
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The Singing Darwin is in L.A., presented by Jeannine Frank’s “Parlor Performances” series; he’s fresh from the Smithsonian Natural History Museum (where he did a CSPAN taping), as well as the Linnaean Society of London, the Amazon (in South America) and the Bay Area. Info, contact Jeannine Frank at 310-476-6735 or Jeannine@FrankEntertainment.com

View the NY Times' video – “3 1/2 minutes of evolutionary fun” - with “Singing Darwin” scholar Richard Milner at http://video.nytimes.com/video/2009/02/09/science/1231547271297/darwin-in-song.html
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Thu, Nov 19 (JUST ADDED to the Guide):
7:30 pm MICHELE VREELAND’s “ART, SONGS, & HOLIDAY BASH” at Hilden Hahn Creatives, 416 W Pico Bl (between Hope & Grand; (look for a little blue light out front), in the Miracle Mile district, L.A. 90015; 213-747-1312; www.hildenhahn.com. If you’re looking for a party and music, this is quite an event with lots of amenities.
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Michele tells us, “I’m so excited about this one you guys! I’ve been working my little tail off to offer you the best possible party I could think of. You know how we just had a meet up at ‘A Secret Warehouse Party’ at Out of Asia? Well, I wanted to do something like that, but just for us, using my West Coast take on how a Gallery Party should be. I even got this event sponsored for us. Yeah, that’s right, sponsored. So you know what that means? That means you don’t have to pay a dime. Not a penny to attend this event and enjoy all the goodies that are in store for you. All you have to do is show up and enjoy the festivities and get to know your fellow ‘Downtowneys.’ We will eat, drink, and be entertained for FREE, all because of the good blessings and efforts of our sponsors.
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“Can I get a ‘Hell Yeah Michele and Craig?!’...heehee. This Sponsor is my personal favorite place to eat, ‘Café Flourish.’ They will be feeding us the most amazing organic plant-based food. In the short time they have been open (since June 2009), they have had the likes of Jason Mraz, Alicia Silverstone, the guy from the band Keane, a woman who is the author of a NY Times Bestseller book called ‘How to be a Skinny Bitch’ (I think that’s the name of her book), and me (ha) frequent the café on a weekly basis. They are located in the Miracle Mile district of L.A. and have the yummiest healthiest food you can find in L.A.” The Café is the sponsor, but it’s NOT where the event is being held; info on Café Flourish, 5406 Wilshire Bl, Miracle Mile, L.A. 90036; 323-939-3932; www.cafeflourish.com.)
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Michele continues, “Miracle Mile is not that far from downtown L.A. It’s on Wilshire Blvd, just west of La Brea, across the street from Staples Office Supply. They (Café Flourish) will be feeding us the whole night through. Please do take a look at their website and look them up on Yelp to see what amazing things people are saying about them already. From what I hear they are on their way to being the new ‘Real Food Daily.’ I’m working with them on our menu for our event. So we will have a little something special that is just for us. They will also be giving us a 15% off coupon for your next visit to the café, and FYI, they don’t do coupons. I convinced him (owner James) to do this for us. Oops, did I give that away? Yes, we will have goodies at our event, 50 to be precise. The first 50 through the door will get them. We are having ALL of the wine sponsored by an anonymous contributor. Nice! Thank you!
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“About the gallery that is kindly hosting our party: The Gallery at Hilden Hahn exhibits world-class art by such notables as Hiroki Morinoue, Setsuko Watanabe, Miho Morinoue, Tim Davis, Timothy P. Ojile and Gabriella Zalapi. All of these artists will have their art displayed in the gallery the night of our party. Please take note of their great work and respectfully do not lean against or touch any of the pieces you see in the room (Thanks Loves). Co-director Craig Hahn said, ‘With people around the world slowing their pace of consumption, the world of art is reestablishing itself as an essential commodity. Art allows us to appreciate life more fully. It brings us together to engage in conversation and also to reflect on that which enlivens us. Los Angeles,’ Hahn added, ‘is the perfect city for artists to fully realize their talents for renewal and exploration.’ The recession has produced an unexpected bright spot in L.A. Artists are flocking to the West Coast as the new showcase for contemporary art and design. Despite the current financial crises some creative professionals have sidestepped local economies to build a new, thriving base for business and art. The latest arrival to this vibrant scene is Hilden Hahn Creatives.
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“The next activity on our list at the glorious event is my performance. You will get to see me in all my musical glory. At 7:30 pm I will be performing a 30-minute acoustic set of original songs alongside my guitar player Tim Weber. We’ve been called the ‘Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds of the female acoustic music scene,’ by ‘Wired Out Magazine.’ I’ve been playing with Tim for about 2 years now and we really do have a chemistry that makes it possible for me to lose myself in. All of you performers out there know what that means. For those of you that have never heard my music you may listen at my links below. I really am excited to share this night with you and please do make an effort to come out and meet me and your fellow group members.”
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Check out Michele Vreeland (portrait image) http://michelevreelandmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/photo-full-150x150.jpg and her music at http://michelevreeland.com - http://myspace.com/michelevreeland - http://twitter.com/michelevreeland.
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Schedule for tonight’s activities: 5:30-7 pm - food, drinks, mingling, and goodie bags for the first 50 through the door; please sign your name on the mailing list and fill out your nametag. 7-7:20 pm - During this time, Michele invites those who wish to participate to say your name and occupation for those in the room; she adds, “This will give us a chance to meet each other a little more.” 7:30-8 pm – an acoustic musical performance by Michele Vreeland and Tim Weber. Michele adds, “Please do try to be as quiet as you can during this time. Or at least quieter than me… ha ha.” 8-9 pm - more mingling, deserts, drinks, and a live DJ.
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Doors at 5:30 pm, performance at 7:30 pm. Michele says, regarding parking, “There is a Lakers game at the Staples Center, so be on the lookout for parking with the best rates, free meters after 6 pm, and such. There are plenty of parking lots around the place.” The entire evening is free.
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
7:30 “MUSIC NIGHT” at Lulu’s Beehive, 13203 Ventura Bl (1 blk E of Fulton), Studio City; 818-986-2233. After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Three featured acts, “plus special guests and surprises each week.” After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Or as they say, “the buzz has returned to the Beehive.” Light fare, sandwiches, coffeehouse beverages available. No cover.
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Thu, Nov 19, third Thu, every month:
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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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
7:30-9:30 pm IRISH SET DANCING CLASSES in Los Feliz area; social dancing for adults every Thursday. Info & location: www.michaelpatrickbreen.com.
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Thu, Nov 19:
8 pm JOHN HAMMOND plus DAVID LINDLEY at the Canyon Club, 28192 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; 818-879-5016; www.canyonclub.net. More at www.johnhammond.com and www.davidlindley.com. If you go, you can eat at the venue or the wonderful BBQ restaurant across the parking lot, behind it.
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Thu, Nov 19, Thu & Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their residency at the Tam O' Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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Thu, Nov 19, 3rd (and 1st) Thu, every month:
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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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
8-11 pm “BLUES JAM” hosted by the DENNIS HERRERA BAND, and guest musicians often include BERNIE PEARL, at El Dorado Restaurant, Spring & Studebaker, Long Beach. 562-421-2122. Bernie tells us, “It stays pretty close to the blues, doesn't get too loud, offers a small dance floor, a nice bar, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.” No cover.
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
CALJAS ARTISTS WEEKLY JAZZ PERFORMANCE NIGHT at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. It’s a new venue, said to be beautiful, serving food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy. The venue is part of the newly-renovated Claremont Packing House. Proprietress Nancy Tessier’s father, Refugio "Coco" Lopez, plays alto, and she wanted her club to feature an array of jazz singers. This led to a fortuitous connection with Dale Boatman, founder and president of the California Jazz Arts Society. CalJAS is a powerful force in bringing some of the best jazz artists in Southern California, especially singers, to restaurants, clubs and other performance spaces in eastern Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire, an area that previously had relatively few opportunities for jazz musicians to perform.
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Thu, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 3rd Thu, every month:
9 pm-midnight “100% ACOUSTIC OLD TIME JAM” hosted by TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT, always fun, at the Hyperion Tavern, 1941 Hyperion Av (look for barber pole just S of Lyric), L.A. 90027. The venue has an all-acoustic series every Thursday, and it goes old time for a jam led by Triple Chicken Foot every 3rd Thursday. The Thursday series has its own web page at www.myspace.com/hyperiontavernallacoustic - complete with weekly lineups for all those other Thursdays. “The Foot” has twice performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” The Foot’s Ben says, “The Hyperion Tavern Old-Time Jams welcome everybody from beginners to people who have been playing their whole lives. If you love this music and want to learn some good tunes and meet wonderful people all while drinking beer grab your instrument (whatever it may be) and come on down to one of these nights. It's free except for the beer. Please buy some refreshments and tip your bartender.” No cover.
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Thu, Nov 19, every Thu:
9 pm PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES play their residency at The Office, 3516 W Victory Bl (at Hollywood Wy), Burbank. Preston says, “Great sound, great food, wine and beer!” New residency, began Apr 9, 2009.
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Thu, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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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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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“THE MUSIC IN MEDIA INTERACTIVE CONFERENCE – MIMICON” is an event sponsored by “THE FUTURE OF MUSIC” at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa, 1755 N Highland Av, Hollywood 90028 (in the Hollywood & Highland / Kodak Theater Complex). MIMICON is designed to educate, entertain and create REAL opportunities for conference attendees. This three day affair will focus on what you need to know to get your music in film, TV, video games, movie trailers, commercials and other forms of contemporary media.
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"The Music in Media Interactive Conference is truly a great opportunity to learn more about how to "get into the game.” Whether it’s music for film, television, records, games or anything else your creative heart imagines, MIMICON is going to help you. Here’s a chance to connect. Here’s a chance to be connected. I’m looking forward to connecting with everyone at MIMICON." - Michael Llyod, Curb Records - Producer/Music Supervisor/Songwriter (over 100 platinum records)
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Over 80 speakers, mentors and panelists, including:
Michael Lloyd, Producer, Music Supervisor, Songwriter; Jeff Brabec, VP Chrysalis Music, Keynote Speaker; Nathan Barr, Film & TV Composer; John Ottman, Composer, Film Editor, Director; Wendy Melvoin & Lisa Coleman, Composers (TV’s “Crossing Jordan”); Wendy Waldman, Songwriter, Producer, Artist; Inon Zur, Composer, TV / Film, Video Games; Michael Eames, Publisher, PEN Music Group.
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Event includes the “Dave Mason Tribute Luncheon” featuring “Career Achievement Award” presentation, performance & keynote speakers (can be purchased separately).
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Panels feature top music supervisors, producers, songwriters, composers, band agents and industry leaders; One-on-one mentoring sessions with successful professionals in the music business; public world premiere of 4K projection technology, with resolution five-times greater than blu-ray; Director Tom Shadyac & Oscar nominated composer John Debney discuss their past & future box office hits; Workshops, seminars, exhibits, book signings and more.
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The event’s “Meet & Greet Industry Networking Mixer & Concert” is Fri, Nov 20 in the Renaissance Hollywood Ballroom.
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Sponsors tout, “GUARANTEED RESULTS~ PARTICIPATING COMPANIES ARE COMMITTED TO SELECTING CONFERENCE ARTISTS, BANDS & SONGWRITERS FOR LICENSING, RECORDING, RADIO PLAY AND PLACEMENTS.”
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MIMICON attendees are offered discounted room rates of $149 at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel (normal rate is $269); convenient parking in the complex.
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Conference space is limited. Reservations, 323-856-1200. Get a discount through Songsalive! - Use SONGS99 as the coupon code. More details at www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents
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Fri, Nov 20; Wed-Sun, Nov 18-22, in Albuquerque, New Mexico:
Annual “WESTERN MUSIC ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE” with panels, showcases, and awards (Western music’s equivalent of the Grammys), at the Albuquerque Marriott. Plus, of course, there is day and night jamming and a fabulous time for all at this exceptionally worthwhile event.
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California-based artists performing, including those who are nominated for top awards, include SOURDOUGH SLIM, GARY ALLEGRETTO; RODGER MAXWELL, TOM HIATT, SUSAN PARKER, JOYCE WOODSON, TRAILS & RAILS, TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS, JOE HERRINGTON, JERRY HALL & TRICK SHOT, CALIFORNIA COWBOYS, CURLY MUSGRAVE, BELINDA GAIL, JUNI FISHER, TONY VICE, LYNN ANDERSON, LES BUFFHAM, GARY ROBERTSON, & RAY DOYLE. More at www.westernmusic.org
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Morning show (after 8:30 am) HEATHER LOCKIE & FRIENDS bring violin, cello, clarinet, and voices to Stories, 1716 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-3733. Venue is in the Jul ’09 ish of Sunset magazine (p.22). Summer afternoon or summer evening you can enjoy the back patio with an iced Americano, peppermint green iced tea, freshly-baked root beer flavored cookie, or an assortment of popsicles, ice cream bars and other frozen treats.
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Fri, Nov 20; attend a live TV taping:
3 and 4 pm “THE LATE LATE SHOW” with Craig Ferguson has scheduled two rare Friday tapings for today (scheduled on Wed, Nov 18). Free tickets are available to be in the audience at CBS Studios in Hollywood, with arrival times of 3 or 4 pm. Producers tell us, “If you've ever had trouble making one of our Monday-Thursday tapings, or if you just want to start your weekend right, use the link below to print free tickets!” The link is www.ocatv.com/latelate.
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We don’t know who the guests are, but we do know that guests from radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” have later performed on this nationwide network TV show.
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Fri, Nov 20, every Fri, on web radio:
5 pm (Pacific) “RALPH’S BACK PORCH” broadcast from Texas, usually has live in-studio western music guests; call-in number to chat with Ralph and guests, 347 215 8849; catch the show at www.blogtalkradio.com/ralphsbackporch.
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Fri, Nov 20:
5:30-9:30 pm PIRATES OF THE BLACK SWAN play the “Magnolia in the Park” Street Fair, where they will be docked at The Victorian Rose, 3421 W Magnolia Bl, Burbank 91505; 818-842-3201. They tell us, “Come early mates to park your long boats. Let the rum and fun flow!” Free admission.
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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, Nov 20:
6 pm DOUG MacLEOD brings his fabulous acoustic blues to Lucille's BBQ, 7411 Carson St, Long Beach; 562-938-7427; www.lucillesbbq.com. He’s earned a “Listener Favorite” on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” for his original “Talking Politician Blues.” He’s performed with many legends, past and present. More at www.doug-macleod.com
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6-9 pm DAVE OSTI and DEANNA COGAN jam-out on acoustic classic rock tunes every Friday at the Mayan Bar, 311 W Foothill Bl, Monrovia.
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6-8 pm OPEN MIC at Fendi's Café, 539 East Bixby Rd (near Atlantic), Long Beach; 562-424-4774.
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Fri, Nov 20:
7 pm SOLOMON BURKE plays Club Nokia at L.A. Live, 800 W Olympic Bl (at Figueroa), downtown L.A. 90015; 866-448-7849; www.clubnokia.com. More at www.thekingsolomonburke.com
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Fri, Nov 20 (JUST ADDED to the Guide):
7 pm-midnight “ALLIANCE WITH THE AVE 50 GALLERY” at Avenue 50 Studio, 131 N Avenue 50, Los Angeles 90042; 323-258-1435; www.avenue50studio.com. ”Everything seemed to be coming to an uneasy conclusion, but the alliance was not going to rest until the renewal of artistry and humanity was achieved.” - Sid, Eloy, Willie.
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Event features music by the ALLIANCE, of Will Herron (Los Illegals), Sid Medina (The Brat), Pepe Rodriguez (Maria Fatal), Eloy Torrez (Western Heroes, the Rentz), Maria Elena Gaitan (Chola con Cello), Greg Esparza (Cannibal & the Headhunters, Thee Midnighters), Erika Elizondo (dance performance, actor), and the music collection by Not a DJ John Valadez, with photographic images by Juliane Backmann.
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Event is being held “To promote the Arts in the Northeast Los Angeles area, with partial proceeds going to the Avenue 50 Studio.” Sponsors tell us, ”Painting is a solitary practice. When a visual artist collaborates with musicians, colors and textures morph through the spaces between notes. Will Herron, Eloy Torrez and Sid Medina have parallel music and art histories. Maria Elena Gaitan brings a level of sophistication, melding live music with performance art. Greg Esparza¹s old school rhythms and Erika Elizondo¹s dance performance round out the evening¹s Introspective, bittersweet, and nostalgic mood.” Open beer/wine bar. Donation, $10 at the door.
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Fri, Nov 20, 3rd (&1st) Fri, every month:
7-10 pm MARC BOSSERMAN plays piano at Vitello’s Restaurant 4349 Tujunga Ave., Studio City 91604; 818-769-0905. Marc says, “Great place for Italian grub.” He delivers fine piano (and elsewhere, vocals). Info, www.marcbosserman.com.
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7-9:30 pm ROB KLOPFENSTEIN “& guests joining him at the piano,” at the Whale and Ale, 327 W 7th St, San Pedro; 310-832-0363; www.whaleandale.com. No cover charge for bar or dinner patrons.
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Fri, Nov 20, third Fri, every month, in Palmdale:
7-9 pm monthly “DESERT SONG FEATURED ARTIST SHOWCASE AND OPEN MIC” at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530. Event info, 661-478-9039. Featured artist info and detail, http://desertsong.net or www.myspace.com/desertsongproductions
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Fri, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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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Fri, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20; world music:
ORQUESTA CHARANGOA at El Floridita Restaurant, 1253 N. Vine Street, Hollywood, CA 90038; dinner reservations, 323-871-8612. Yamaha artist Fay Roberts has been keeping the Cuban tradition alive for more than a decade in L.A. After traveling to Cuba where she studied traditional Charanga music with Richard Egues, of Orquesta Aragon fame, Fay returned to Los Angeles and founded Orquesta Charangoa. They've been bringing joyous sounds ever since. Lead Vocals by Timba recording artist Gonzalo "Chalo"Chomat. More at www.charangoa.com - music downloads at www.CDBaby.com/cd/charangoa
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7:30-10:30 pm BERNIE PEARL & MIKE BARRY, JAMES HURLEY, & BRYAN CHAN, at Henri's restaurant & bar, 21601 Sherman Way, Canoga Park.
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JAMES HURLEY is among the “Best of 2008 / Top Ten Male Singer-Songwriters” named in FolkWorks. Bryan Chan calls him, “A superb singer-songwriter whose performances are nothing short of extraordinary. He is one of my favorites and I know that I am not the not only person to think so highly of him. James has his newest CD 'Tempest In A Teacup' under consideration for a nomination for a Grammy Award. Lucky that he will be in town for this event. James does spend a lot of time out of town playing gigs as far away as Europe and many places in between.” James plays 8:30-9:30 pm. More at www.jameshurleymusic.com
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BERNIE PEARL & MIKE BARRY bring Bernie's dedication to the old east Texas and Delta Blues, something which Bryan Chan says, “make(s) him my hero in the blues world. His accomplishments are too many to list. What is he doing now? Teaching blues music, hosting a internet radio show, recording and performing. Talking about performing, he is better than ever. Taking the stage with Mike Barry on stand up bass, they share with their audience great performances. Bernie has a new CD 'Old School Blues' that is gaining many favorable reviews from many different sources.” They perform 9:30-10:30 pm. More at www.berniepearl.com
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Fri, Nov 20, every Fri:
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 BARRY BIG B BRENNER brings “Traditional and contemporary country blues & ragtime music, performed solo on acoustic 6 string, 12 string and National resonator guitars with accompanying vocals“ 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; reservations 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. It’s been said that “His music oozes out of the weird American night. Fine, mellow and yet exciting and invigorating, like the most distinct of distilled spirits..."
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Fellow musicians refer to him as; "Mr. Blues, Rags & Stomps!", that's because Barry Big B Brenner plays the Real Country Folk Blues which originated in the Mississippi Delta, Texas Plains, Piney Woods, Piedmont Seaboard, Louisiana Bayou and of course...Chicago's South Side. Barry has performed all over the USA; from Alaska to the back woods of the Arkansas Ozarks, out to the California Foothills and many points in-between. He was Born and raised on the legendary South Side of Chicago and is a self-taught singer and acoustic guitar virtuoso. Big B has performed alongside such notables as renowned Blues Guitar Maestro Albert King and Eric Burdon of Animals fame.
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Barry now continues the grand American tradition of solo country bluesman and folk music songster. He is a lifelong proponent of fingerstyle guitar picking, mastering the genres of country blues, ragtime and delta bottleneck slide. Big B always features four different and unique-sounding acoustic guitars in his live performance sets. You'll hear 6-string, 12-string & National resonator guitars, "the way they were always meant to be played." A deep roots blues singer, Barry's penetrating vocals evoke the true feeling and meaning behind the expression "Down Home Blues" and revitalizes pre-electric blues as a truly original American musical gift to the world. HIs latest CD, "Old School Blues" (www.cdbaby.com/cd/bbbbrenner2), represents what you would likely hear today at his live show. The a;bum includes several songs played on low strung acoustic 12-string guitar - "You Don't Know My Mind", "Bye Bye Baby Blues" and the rousing "Step It Up and Go!" - as well as some strutting National resonator bottleneck slide guitar numbers. More at www.myspace.com/barrybigbbrenner. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Nov 20:
8 pm ERIN MCKEOWN and JILL SOBULE play McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4497; www.mccabes.com. More at www.erinmckeown.com and www.jillsobule.com. Tix, $15.
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8 pm “NEW ORLEANS NIGHT” with THE JOE KROWN TRIO with WALTER "WOLFMAN" WASHINGTON & RUSSELL BATISTE, JR., KIRK JOSEPH (founding member of THE DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND), and CLARENCE BUCARO, at The Mint
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8 pm RENAISSANCE returns with their acclaimed doo wop a capella to Cafe Club Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, Los Angeles 90016; 323-931-4636. Fresh from their successful engagements opening for Boyz ll Men and Chuck Berry, Renaissance performs at this very cool venue before they head out on the road again in 2010. Like a premium top shelf malt whiskey mellowed by skillful aging, Renaissance has evolved from the streetlights to the bright lights of the concert stage, and they're ready for Primetime. One of Los Angeles' most engaging a cappella vocal groups, Renaissance has wowed audiences across the United States and there's no letting up. This high energy quintet can flat out sing; oozing with charm and humor, when the curtains go up, Renaissance is fun for the entire family. View their recent performance video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQ2sStDRZrI. Presented by Collin Artists and Bronzeville Records. Venue offers Cajun food. $10 cover.
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8 pm Ukulele virtuoso JAKE SHIMABUKURU at the Grace Theater, 102 N Freeman St, Oceanside 92054. More at www.jakeshimabukuro.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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8 pm THE BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND plus a headliner, most Fri & Sat nights, with BBHB opening for “some of the best blues music headliners in the industry,” at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. The venue claims, “This is the greatest house band in America. Members over the years have included musicians who have played with Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, The Pointer Sisters, The Jeff Healey Band and influences from John Lee Hooker, Van Morrison and Eric Burden.” Fri & Sat nights bring local blues bands as well as national acts. Acts booked include Chris Cain, Lil Charlie and the Nite Cats, Coco Montoya, Rod Piazza, James Intveld, Rosie Flores, Duke Robillard, Guitar Shorty, Gary Hoey, Wumbloozo, Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash and more. Website has lineups for specific dates and a tix link. Venue serves dinner Fri & Sat, 7 pm-2 am. Advance tix, reservations, recommended (club is now only holding tables only until 8:30 pm).
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Fri, Nov 20:
8 pm “THE CAMARILLO CAFÉ” concert series returns with a show called "Camarillo Cafe -- The Next Generation," at Camarillo Community Center, 1605 E Burnley St (NE corner, Carmen & Burnley), Camarillo; info, 805-523-2682, email WhatsHappening@CamarilloCafe.com and website, www.CamarilloCafe.com.
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JIM ST. OURS with DAN LEVITT & FRANK HARPER; plus BOB KROLL with STAN CADRANEL, KAY CONROY & ANN HOWITT.
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JIM ST. OURS golden voice and original songs and stories again headline the series after a nine-year hiatus. Jim has performed professionally before enthusiastic audiences throughout the western states and in Nashville. His songs contain elements of folk, country and bluegrass. Jim will be backed-up by two of Southern California’s finest instrumentalists, Dan Levitt and Frank Harper.
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BOB KROLL, nicknamed "Flying Fingers", performs a repertoire of music from the great folk era, flamenco, classics from yesteryear and his first love - singing harmony. Bob has produced the popular “Fireside Concert” series in Newbury Park since 1998. Hailing originally from Buffalo, NY, started playing ukulele at age five and guitar at 15, and has been wowing audiences coast to coast ever since. After relocating to Thousand Oaks in 1984 with his wife Penny and daughter Julie, Bob formed Desert Wind Trio with Ann Howitt and Kay Conroy in 1987. They first appeared at the Camarillo Café's 1st anniversary show in 1990 and have graced its stage many times since.
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Sponsored by Pleasant Valley Recreation & Parks District. Emcee is Gary Lynch, and shows are booked and produced by Gary & Kathy Lynch; Gary tells us, “Kathy and I are really excited to be taking the reins of this Ventura County treasure, and will work hard to maintain the standard of excellence set by our good friend Jack Zigray over the past twenty years.” The series just completed 20 years, and runs every other month. $10 at door (no presale).
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Fri, Nov 20, every Fri:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Fri, Nov 20:
GINA VILLALOBOS & THE MIDNIGHT VOICES at Taix Lounge, 1911 Sunset Bl, L.A. Gina, whose music has been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” tells us, “I am playing a FREE show at Taix Lounge, with my band, The Midnight Voices. Yep, that's right....we gave 'em a name.” And she sent “Fun stuff” to check, about her new CD: “Days on Their Side” review at www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHKohj76Qko and “Days on Their Side” EPK, www.youtube.com/watch?v=I34v42sdC0s. Check with venue for show time. No cover.
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Fri, Nov 20, repeats 3rd Fri, every month:
8:30-11 pm THE SCREAMING EARWIGS, with TOM & PATRICK SAUBER, STEVE LEWIS and MIKE SAUBER, play the monthly CONTRA DANCE at the War Memorial Hall, 435 S Fair Oaks Av, South Pasadena. Dance instruction at 8 pm.
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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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Sun, Nov 22:
RAY LaMONTANGE at the Orpheum Theatre, 842 S Broadway, L.A.; 213-749-5171.
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Wed, Nov 25:
21st annual “BATTLE OF THE BLUES HARPS” with ROD PIAZZA & THE MIGHTY FLYERS, THE JAMES HARMAN BAND with NATHAN JAMES, RICK ESTRIN & THE NIGHTCATS, JUKE LOGAN & DOUG MacLEOD, and more, at Golden Sails Best Western Hotel, Long Beach; 562-498-6942.
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Sat, Nov 28:
8 pm “AN IRISH CHRISTMAS” at the Fred Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Countrywide Performing Arts Center, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl., Thousand Oaks. Presented by Kerry Records. The producers tell us, “With glorious music, dance, storytelling, laughter and plenty of Irish soul, come join us ‘round the hearth' on this joyful Irish night and celebrate with us the wonder and beauty of ‘An Irish Christmas.’ A great night to be Irish…and be certain that you are welcome! Not to be missed! A perfect family event!” More at www.kerryrecords.com. Tix on sale now at the Civic Arts Plaza box office or Ticketmaster. Tix, $54, $44, $24.
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Sat, Dec 5; a “PICK-OF-THE-WEEK FOR ARTISTS:”
11 am-1 pm monthly “LOS ANGELES WOMEN IN MUSIC (LAWIM) WORKSHOP SERIES” brings DON GRIERSON to the Musicians Institute, 1655 N McCadden Pl, Hollywood 90028. Event info, 213-243-6440 or www.lawim.com. LAWIM tells us, “If you are looking to make your mark and grab a piece of the 40 billion dollar a year music business, Don Grierson offers a world of wisdom and practical information on how to make an impact in today's modern music industry. Learn about the bigger picture, the processes and system filters, and A&R today vs. yesterday, as he guides you through the giant maze and teaches you how to get people to listen!”
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DON GRIERSON is a legendary A&R executive who has worked with many of the most notable artists in modern music history. As a promotion person for Capitol Records he was involved with the launch of Apple Records and The Beatles. Don also worked in international, marketing and advertising for Capitol. He then became a founding member and VP, A&R, for EMI America Records, signing and working with acts such as Sheena Easton, Kim Carnes, Kate Bush, Sir Cliff Richard, J. Geils Band, and Kenny Rogers. This was followed by a very successful stint as VP, A&R back at Capitol where he signed and helped guide a number of hit-making acts, including Heart, Joe Cocker, Steve Vai, Megadeth, George Clinton, Tina Turner, Bob Seger, Duran Duran, Thomas Dolby, Billy Squier, and others. Later he became Sr. VP, Head of A&R at Sony/Epic Records working with such acts as Cheap Trick, Celine Dion, Bad English, Gloria Estefan, Cyndi Lauper, The Jacksons and Living Colour. Don currently operates his own independent consultant company as well as being a faculty member at Musicians Institute in Hollywood. More at www.dongrierson.com.
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Sat, Dec 5:
8 pm BRUCE MOLSKY plays the FolkWorks Concert Series at First Presbyterian Church, 1220 2nd St, Santa Monica 90401; info, www.folkworks.org. It’s a rare opportunity to see BRUCE MOLSKY in a solo concert. Alone or with fellow musicians, guitar, fiddle, or banjo in hand, multi-instrumentalist Bruce Molsky has been exploring traditional music from an astonishingly broad range of cultures over the past two decades. He synthesizes these musical forms and refracts them through his own evolving sensibilities to the point where the sources of his inspiration transform themselves into a sound that is uniquely his. While he is most identified with traditional American old-time music, Molsky’s influences range from the Appalachian soul of Tommy Jarrell to Delta blues, from the haunting modal strains of Irish music to the rhythmically nimble music of Eastern Europe.
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Sat, Dec 5:
8 pm TOM RUSSELL plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4497; www.mccabesguitar.com. More at www.tomrussell.com
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Sun, Dec 6:
2 pm Annual COWBOY CHRISTMAS CONCERT with top western music award winners BELINDA GAIL & CURLY MUSGRAVE and other stars of western and cowboy music and cowboy poetry, plus emcee LARRY WINES, at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027; www.autrynationalcenter.org; 323-667-2000. Concert is followed by the annual Western Music Association (WMA) Christmas Party at Viva Fresh Cantina in Burbank. Advance tix info coming soon.
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Sun, Dec 6:
AFTERNOON FIDDLE & CELLO WORKSHOP presented by ALISDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS at a Pasadena venue TBA; info & reservations, 626-446-2663 or ponyseeker@yahoo.com
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Sun, Dec 6:
7 pm ALASDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS play the Caltech Folk Music Society series at California Institute of Technology, Beckman Institute (Little Beckman), on the campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652; www.folkmusic.caltech.edu.
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Sun, Dec 6, in Ojai:
7 pm TOM RUSSELL plays the Ojai Concert Series, Ojai Valley Woman's Club, 441 E. Ojai Av, Ojai; 805-665-9952; www.ojaiconcertseries.com. Tom Russell is an American singer-songwriter. Although most identified with the Texas Country music tradition, his music also incorporates elements of folk, Tex-Mex and the cowboy music of the American West. His songs have been recorded by artists such as Johnny Cash, Nanci Griffith, Dave Alvin, Suzy Bogguss and more. In addition to his music, he is also a painter of folk art and has published a novel and a book of songwriting quotes. Russell grew up in California, graduated from the University of California with a degree in criminology and taught school in Nigeria at the time of the Biafran War. He also lived in Spain and Norway and played music at a circus in Puerto Rico. He began his musical career in earnest in the early 1970s in Vancouver, playing strip bars. Later he relocated to Texas and formed a band with singer-pianist Patricia Hardin. Along with legions of fans, the media treats him with high regard: "perhaps the finest American folk-roots artist that most Americans never heard of." -All Music Guide. This may well sell-out. More at www.ojaiconcertseries.com/index.files/Page1192.htm. Tix, $20 advance, $25 at door; Kids under age 15 are 1/2 price at door.
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Mon, Dec 7, in Bakersfield:
7:30 pm WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY with special guests ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL, at the Majestic Fox Theater in Bakersfield; tix & info, www.goldenvoice.com - www.myspace.com/goldenvoice. Tix, $59.50, $68.50.
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Tue, Dec 8:
7:30 pm WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY with special guests ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL, at Club Nokia, downtown L.A. Doors at 7 pm; tix & info, www.goldenvoice.com - www.myspace.com/goldenvoice. Tix, $45, $65, $125.
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Wed, Dec 9:
7:30 pm WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY with special guests ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL, at the Fred Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Countrywide Performing Arts Center, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl., Thousand Oaks. Doors at 7 pm; tix & info, www.goldenvoice.com - www.myspace.com/goldenvoice. Tix, $65, $75, $85.
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Fri, Dec 11:
7 pm JOHN GORKA plays the kick-off concert, with DAVE MORRISON opening, as Folk Music Returns to Neighborhood Church, 301 N Orange Grove Bl, Pasadena. Fondly remembered as the home venue for the long-running series that ended with the death of its founder, Ron Stockfleth.
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It’s an appropriate return, since no less than Rolling Stone Magazine calls JOHN GORKA “The preeminent male singer-songwriter of the New Folk Movement.”
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For many years, Neighborhood Church was known nationally for monthly folk concerts featuring a wide variety of prominent artists. In response to the growing interest in music “by the people for the people,” original acoustic music is returning to the Neighborhood Unitarian Universalist Church.
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Sat, Dec 19:
8 pm “HOLIDAY SWING” is the season’s offering by the GOLDEN STATE POPS ORCHESTRA with legendary jazz and blues artist BARBARA MORRISON, at the Warner Grand Performance Space, historic Warner Grand Theater, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-4813; www.grandvision.org. Barbara Morrison Join GSPO for a little holiday cheer – GSPO Big Band style! Jazz and Blues legend Barbara Morrison will be rocking the house and ringing in the holidays! Who knows – it might snow?
Returning to the Warner Grand stage after a three year absence - the gifted Ms. Morrison is fresh off a 33 US City tour, co-headlining in an all-star tribute to legendary composer Harold Arlen (most recognizable for his genius behind the music for The Wizard of Oz). Barbara now celebrates her 30th year in the music industry. Over the years she has performed with a virtual "who's who" of the Jazz and the Blues worlds. More at www.gspo.com and www.barbaramorrison.com.
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Tue, Dec 22:
SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK plays the Walt Disney Concert Hall, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Wed, Dec 23:
THE PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND plays the Walt Disney Concert Hall, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Thu, Dec 31:
8 pm SLIGO RAGS play the NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY for the Ojai Concert Series at the Ojai Valley Woman's Club, 441 E Ojai Av, Ojai; info & tix at 805-665-8852 or www.ojaiconcertseries.com. Ring in the New Year with a wild Celtic concert, then waltzing till 12:30 am. Bring the family, bring all your friends and help ring in the New Year with a wild, fun Celtic concert featuring the return of Sligo Rags, 8-11 pm, then enjoy elegant and romantic waltzes to a live band until 12:30 in the morning.
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When Sligo Rags performed on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” for St. Patrick’s Day in 2007, EIGHT of the Top Ten songs on one Celtic Music Chart were theirs, and no other artist or band repeated anywhere in that chart’s Top 100. They are an energetic Celtic / bluegrass fusion band and two-time winner of the Orange County Music Awards for Best Folk Band. This ensemble presents Celtic Folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude. Using fiddle, acoustic guitar, electric bass, and percussion, Sligo Rags is taking the national Celtic music scene by storm.
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Sat, Jan 16, 2010:
13th annual “COWBOY POETRY AND MUSIC FESTIVAL” at The Empty Saddle Club, 39 Empty Saddle Rd, Rolling Hills Estates. Includes the CALIFORNIA COWBOY BAND and at 7 pm the CROSS TOWN COWBOYS. More when we know it.
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Fri, Feb 19, 2010:
8 pm AN EVENING WITH RANDY NEWMAN at UCLA Live in Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A. UCLA ticket office: 310-825-2101 or www.uclalive.org. The promo calls him, “America’s premiere musical fabulist,” and Randy Newman has maintained a remarkable balance of trenchant vignettes, exaggerated outrage and, especially in his film work, earnest sentiment. His latest album, “Harps and Angels,” employs sardonic wit and self-deprecation on a level worthy of Mark Twain. And Newman’s wry classics, including “Political Science,” “I Love L.A.,” and his much-played during the aftermath of Katrina, “Louisiana 1927,” have only grown in relevance with time. But Newman shines most brightly in his rare concert appearances, where his mischievous presence complements his musical and storytelling talents. Tix, $65, $50, $40; UCLA students $15.
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Mar 20 - 28, 2010:
IRELAND TOUR – tour the Emerald Isle, led by Irish musician KEN O'MALLEY - highlights include Dublin, Donegal, Westport, Achill Island, Connemara, Galway, Aran Islands, the Burren, and the Cliffs of Moher. SPACE IS LIMITED - the full itinerary is available at www.kenomalley.com (click on Travel to Ireland with Ken O'Malley in the upper right corner of the home page).
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Fri, Apr 16, 2010:
8 pm ARLO GUTHRIE & THE GUTHRIE FAMILY RIDES AGAIN at UCLA Live in Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A. UCLA ticket office: 310-825-2101 or www.uclalive.org. Four generations of what Vanity Fair rightly called “the first family of American folk” gather to revive the musical spirit of late patriarch Woody Guthrie. Led by Woody’s son Arlo, a star in his own right, “The Guthrie Family Rides Again” continues the clan’s tradition of sharing its music far and wide. Joining-in are Arlo’s son Abe, who has accompanied his father on keyboards and vocals since the 1980s, daughters Cathy and Annie, and Sarah Lee Guthrie with her husband Johnny Irion - one of the most acclaimed folk-rock duos of the last decade - and various grandkids. The elder generation is represented by Woody’s songs, both the classics and “new” compositions using lyrics uncovered in the Guthrie archives. Tix, $58, $42, $28; UCLA students $15.
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Fri, Apr 16, 2010:
8 pm MARK KNOPFLER at the Pantages Theatre; 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028. Nederlander is offering a free copy of his CD, “Get Lucky,” with every pair of tix bought online at www.ticketmaster.com/event/0B004329CBC65F34?artistid=769953&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned
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Sat, Apr 17, 2010:
8 pm MARK KNOPFLER has added a second show (he’s here Apr 16 & 17) at the Pantages Theater, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028. Nederlander is offering a free copy of his CD, “Get Lucky,” with every pair of tix bought online at www.ticketmaster.com/event/0B004329CBC65F34?artistid=769953&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned. Tix for everyone else, www.ticketmaster.com/event/0B00432E988955AC?artistid=769953&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1.
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Sat & Sun, Apr 24 & 25, 2010:
“STAGECOACH: CALIFORNIA’S COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL“ with Nashville big names and LOTS of wonderful roots-Americana artists, returns to Empire Polo Club in Indio.
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Announced so far: MERLE HAGGARD, THE AVETT BROTHERS, DOYLE LAWSON & QUICKSILVER, BAXTER BLACK, STEEL DRIVERS, BJ THOMAS, BOBBY BARE, CHUCK MEAD, MARY GAUTHIER, LITTLE JIMMY DICKENS, BILL ANDERSON, WADDIE MITCHELL & TRAMPLED BY TURTLES, PHIL VASSAR, CARLENE CARTER;
Plus “Mane Stage” Nashville acts:
Keith Urban, Toby Keith, Brooks & Dunn, Sugarland, Billy Currington, Gary Allan, The Oak Ridge Boys;
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Jamey Johnson, Ray Price, Joey + Rory, Nick 13, Easton Corbin, Heidi Newfield, and Mallary Hope.
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May 12-16, 2010; on the US West Coast:
“SCOTTISH FIDDLE TRAIN” with ALISDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS is a beautiful coastal train trip from California to Oregon and back. Join Alasdair & Natalie Haas and special guests involving fiddles, pipes and whisky tasting, on an unforgettable musical journey on board vintage private railroad cars from Los Angeles and the Bay Area to Portland and return, May 12-16, 2010. Be one of just 57 travelers on this journey along the coast, tracing the historic El Camino Real, then through the Central Valley to Sacramento, past Mount Shasta and over the Cascade Mountains on one of the most scenically spectacular rail routes in North America. Sign up today with Roots on the Rails at trains@sover.net, or 866-484-3669 (toll free in the US & Canada) or 802-258-1397. Full details at www.rootsontherails.com.
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Fri, May 14, 2010:
7:30 pm CAROLE KING & JAMES TAYLOR together again at the Hollywood Bowl. They performed together at the Troubadour in the ‘70s and bring that rich history and music to this historic L.A. reunion. Tix at www.ticketmaster.com/Carole-King-James-Taylor-Troubadour-Reunion-tickets/artist/1384600?tm_link=edp_Artist_Name
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Sun, May 16, 2010:
50th TOPANGA BANJO-FIDDLE CONTEST at Paramount Ranch, Agoura Hills; www.topangabanjofiddle.org; Hotline: 818-382-4819.
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Jul 30-Aug 1, 2010; an EVENT-OF-THE-WEEK for ARTISTS:
“2010 NATIONAL STORYTELLING NETWORK CONFERENCE” in Los Angeles is the 5th annual conference. If the website information doesn't answer any questions you might have, contact Steven Henegar, Monologist & Storyteller, Truth & Lies Productions (www.stevenhenegar.net), at shenegar@sbcglobal.net - 714-662-5503 or 800-598-1852.
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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 NOVEMBER and beyond - in and around Los Angeles, plus RADIO SHOWS with live performances of acoustic music available on the web, plus the many acoustic music FESTIVALS, near and far, hither and yon, here, there and everywhere! It’ll all be here, soon.
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FEATURE STORY: ‘Grammy Awards Add American Roots Category,’ our recent news feature, is at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2009/10/grammy-awards-add-american-roots.html
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FOLKWORKS: you can check out Larry Wines’ most recent column, 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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REVIEW: WPA (Works Progress Administration) superstar band – you can read JOEL OKIDA’s review for the Guide of their Oct 6 show at Largo in L.A.; it’s at www.nodepression.com/profiles/blogs/review-of-wpa-works-progress or at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2009/10/review-of-wpa-works-progress.html
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RADIO NEWS: the return from hiatus of the syndicated TIED TO THE TRACKS radio show is delayed, due to the producer / host’s ongoing recovery from eye surgery. (At least he has time to listen to all those submitted CDs that arrive daily!) We’ll keep you posted.
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