Acoustic Americana Music Guide, SPOTLIGHT EVENTS, July 20, 2012 edition

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ADDITIONAL EVENTS have been added to this edition since the original publication date!
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A lot here is new, PLUS, separately click the Guide’s NEWS FEATURES – it’s a whole new edition with stories of interest to artists and fans – published July 20. THIS is the latest edition of SPOTLIGHT EVENTS, with extensive listings and descriptions.
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SO MUCH happening, with FESTIVALS the next TWO weekends, plus tons ’n tons o’ concerts, club gigs, FREE summer shows, and more! A whooooole lotta stuff is right here waiting for you. Just get out there and support and enjoy live music!
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SPOTLIGHT EVENTS
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from THE ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC GUIDE
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July 20, 2012 edition
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All chronological, by date and time of day. FESTIVALS list first each day, in their own daily section (when there are any), followed by that day’s chronology of CONCERTS and everything else.
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Scroll ahead, as necessary, a few days or all the way into next year!
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Friday, July 20
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ON THIS DAY in 1969, humans “from the planet Earth first set foot upon the Moon,” as the plaque proclaims that remains there, affixed to the leg of the landing stage of the Apollo 11 Lunar Module. Those first human visitors were Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. Apollo made a total of six lunar landings between 1969 and 1972. Despite NASA’s original big plans – for which our government killed all the funding – and a number of highly successful robotic probes and iconic movies about space, including the the Star Trek and Star Wars franchises, we haven’t been anywhere beyond low earth orbit ever since. Anyone for a Kick-Starter Space Program?
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Fri, Jul 20, on TV:
9:30-10 am ADELE does an episode on “UNPLUGGED” from 2011. On Paladia, cable or satellite.
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Fri, Jul 20:
Noon HAIM plays a free Grand Performances lunchtime concert on the Water Court Stage at California Plaza, 350 S Grand Av, Los Angeles 90071; 213-687-2020. Ride the Red Line subway to Pershing Square Station, exit the Fourth Street end, and ride Angels Flight directly to the concert.
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Fri, Jul 20:
7-11 pm BRIAN YOUNG & THE BLUES play Lucille’s Smokehouse & BBQ, Long Beach Town Center (at Carson St & 605 Fwy), Long Beach; www.lucillesbbq.com; 562-938-7427.
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Fri, Jul 20, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm The delightful BORDER RADIO plays one of the few Americana shows of the season at the free Summer Concert Series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230.
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Lead singer KELLY McCUNE brings her considerable vocal talents to roots music standards and originals so good that they should be standards. A bit of a southwest and Oklahoma hills feel, really fun. And a first-rate corps of musicians, all-around. Kelly usually bakes pies and gives them away to audience members in a free drawing, though this venue may be too big for that.
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Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station and you’re right there.
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Bring a beach chair or blanket, your own dinner picnic, or pick up something from the on-site food vendors. No alcohol allowed in the park, and they do vigorously enforce that. All-ages will enjoy this show. Free concert.
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Fri, Jul 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Ventura Co:
8 pm TOM CORBETT and GARRET SWAYNE play a double-bill for the delightful “CAMARILLO CAFÉ” Concert Series at Camarillo Community Center, 1605 E Burnley St, Camarillo 93010; 805-523-2682.
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Corbett is Mr. Roots Music, a multi-instrumentalist with splendid originals. Swayne is a singer-songwriter who has enjoyed widespread radio airplay and who used to perform aboard Amtrak trains, back when they had money for on-board entertainers.
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Fri, Jul 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ED GERHARD brings his guitar wizardry to Alva’s Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, Weymouth Corners, San Pedro 90732; www.alvasshowroom.com; 800-403-3447 or 310-519 1314. You can bring your own food and drinks into this venue and just pay the cover. Check out Ed at www.edgerhard.com.
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Fri, Jul 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CHATHAM COUNTY LINE, from North Carolina, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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North Carolina's CHATHAM COUNTY LINE dazzled at last year's “Roots Roadhouse” festival. “The Bluegrass Situation” named them “Artist of The Month,” and this hard playin' outfit is touring behind the just-released “Sight & Sound,” their 5th record for the YepRoc label. Discovered and produced by the dB's CHRIS STAMEY, CCL's brand of roots music “[owes] as much to THE BAND as BILL MONROE… as good as it gets,” says Lincoln Myerson, McCabe’s booker.
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Fri, Jul 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT plus NICK 13 play the El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Bl, L.A.; 323-936-4790; www.theelrey.com. “The Foot” brings the best rollickin’ old-time-good-time string band music in L.A. Tix, $20.
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Fri, Jul 20:
8 pm JERRY BURGAN “Songs & Stories,” with DEBBIE BURGAN and THOLOW CHAN, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236.
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It’s folk music of the late 1950s and early ’60s, the music that influenced everyone from the Beatles and the Beach Boys, to Elvis Presley and Bob Dylan. As they found an audience in coffee houses, high schools and colleges, it changed the course of popular music throughout the world. Jerry Burgan was there with We Five riding the leading edge of folk-rock’s wave with You Were On My Mind and Get Together as folk music morphed into folk-rock-- and all the hyphen-rock musical forms that followed. Tix, $18.
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Fri, Jul 20:
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – including dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Jul 20, in OC:
CANCELLED, THIS MONTH ONLY: “OC HAMMERED DULCIMERS” have a monthly event and invite you to share tunes and fun in Fountain Valley. For info and location, contact Barbara Gershman at bgershman@socal.rr.com
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Fri, Jul 20, on TV:
8-8:30 pm “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a performance by TRUTH & SALVAGE CO., doing selections from their 2009 eponymous album, including “Pure Mountain Angel” and “Old Piano.” Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2 am.
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Fri, Jul 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm SLUGGER O’TOOLE plus CODY BRYANT in one of his many musical guises play Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl.
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SLUGGER O’TOOLE band member JOHN SOMMERS wrote JOHN DENVER’s number-one hit, “Thank God I’m a Country Boy” and was a member of Denver’s band and chief fiddle player during its heyday in the ’70s. He’s now back in Southern California after years living, recording, and performing in Colorado. His roots here are deep, going back to THE JOHNSON BOYS, in the days when The Ice House had folk music. No cover.
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Fri, Jul 20, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” features a 2011 performance by WILL HOGE. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2:30 am.
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Fri, Jul 20:
9 pm ANITA & THE YANKS play Ireland’s 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys; www.irelands32pub.com; 818-785-4031. Anita says they’ll start at “9 pm-ish.” No cover.
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Fri, Jul 20:
9 pm HOWLIN’ RAIN, BOOM CHICK, & CAB 20 play Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach 90254; www.saintrocke.com; 310-372-0035. $15.
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Fri, Jul 20:
9 pm FOR THE KINGS play Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Fri, Jul 20, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” features Nashville country performer KENNY CHESNEY doing his greatest hits in a 2009 episode. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 3 am.
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Fri, Jul 20, on TV:
9-10 pm “KANSAS CITY SYMPHONY: JOYCE DiDONATO” is a new 2012 Performance documentary that tracks the debut at KC Center for the Peforming Arts of acclaimed mezzo-soprano and KC native DiDonato, who performs with the KC Symphony and its Music Director-Conductor MICHAEL STERN. Broadcast on KOCE, aka “PBS SoCal,” as part of this week’s unheard-of series of broadcasts of music performance shows when it is not pledge driveive; check cable & satellite listings.
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Fri, Jul 20:
9:30 pm TOMMY 2BAD’S FREIGHT TRAIN plus the DAN JANISCH TRIO play the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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Fri, Jul 20, on TV:
10-11 pm “FRONT ROW CENTER” features COLBIE CAILLAT in a 2012 performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 4 am.
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Fri, Jul 20:
10:30 pm MORIS TEPPER plus OLLIN play Taix 321 Lounge, 1911 W Sunset Bl (at Alvarado), Echo Park; www.taixfrench.com; 213-484-1265. No cover.
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EARLY MORNING TV has some fine offerings from the repeats of last evening’s performance shows, running 2-5 am, PLUS the following…
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EARLY Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
5-5:30 pm “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a performance by GARRISON STARR in a 2011 performance that includes “Hey Girl” and “Gasoline.” Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings.
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EARLY Sat, Jul 21, on TV:
5:30-6 am “JAMMIN’ AT HIPPIE JACK’S” features GRAYSON CAPPS. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings.
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Saturday’s FESTIVALS
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Sat, Jul 21, FESTIVAL, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, near Big Bear:
10 am-5 pm Third Annual “MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS” music festival in the meadow next to 32659 Green Valley Lake Rd, Green Valley Lake, in the San Bernardino Mountains halfway between Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead.
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Concerts all day, featuring LOONEY'S FORTUNE, THE SUNDAY DRIVERS, THE BOOKENDS with MONIKA WHITE, JED COPE, and more; hammered dulcimer workshops with PATTI AMELOTTE and mountain dulcimer workshops with LEO KRETZNER and DOUG THOMPSON.
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There’s Ceili dancing and jams, children's activities and lots more.
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Info, www.green-valley-lake.com/MITM_main.html.
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Sat, Jul 21, FESTIVAL, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Idyllwild:
4 pm Annual “LEMON LILY FESTIVAL” includes multiple bluegrass bands including the wonderful SILVERADO BLUEGRASS BAND on the stage between Jo Ann's and the Fort, in Idyllwild; info, http://lemonlilyfestival.com/and-a-little-bluegrass/ or 951-757-5055.
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Silverado will do two sets starting at 5:30 and 2 more sets ending around 8:30. Bluegrass concert is FREE. Go enjoy the weather in Idyllwild..For more information go to: http://
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Sat, Jul 21, FESTIVAL, in Northern Cal:
11 am-7 pm “ COWBOYS AND CORNBREAD,” featuring the “Hangtown Harmonica Championship,” presented by The El Dorado County Visitors Authority and the El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce, at Rainbow Orchards, 2569 Larsen Dr, Camino CA 95709. This regional event celebrates western living and old-fashioned fun. New this year are “The Hangtown Horseshoe Tournament,” and live music by the DAN MAY BAND. Back by popular demand are the Chili Cook Off, Cowboy Poetry, Kiddie Corral, Chuckwagon BBQ, and Margaritaville. Looks like a full day of fun, pardner.
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More info at www.cowboysandcornbread.com, or 800-642-1624, or e-mail tourism@eldoradocounty.org. Free admission, $7 parking fee.
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Saturday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, WORKSHOPS, & more…
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Sat, Jul 21:
10 am weekly “BIG! WORLD! FUN!” Family Series at John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-461-3673.
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Sat, Jul 21, in the distant desert:
2 pm CHRIS ROBINSON BROTHERHOOD plays Pappy & Harriet's, 53688 Pioneertown Rd, Pioneertown; 760-365-5956; www.pappyandharriets.com.
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Sat, Jul 21:
3 pm monthly “CAJUN / ZYDECO JAM” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
6 pm DAVE MORRISON BAND plus the BRAD COLERICK BAND play the “Backyard Invasion” house concert series on a two-acre property in the South San Rafael District of Pasadena. Come early to enjoy complimentary food and beverages, beginning at 5 pm. Music starts promptly at 6, dinner at 7 pm. BYOB is allowed. Reservation gets directions at dmorrisonmusic@gmail.com. $15 donation.
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Sat, Jul 21:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm SLUGGER O’ TOOLE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236.
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Band member JOHN SOMMERS wrote JOHN DENVER’s number-one hit, “Thank God I’m a Country Boy” and was a member of Denver’s band and chief fiddle player during its heyday in the ’70s. He’s now back in Southern California after years in Aspen, living, recording, and performing in Colorado. His roots in Southern California are deep, going back to THE JOHNSON BOYS in the days when The Ice House presented folk music.
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SLUGGER O’TOOLE shares their passion for the music of Ireland and the Celtic Nations by concocting a heady brew of foot-stomping pub songs, heart-rending ballads and deft instrumentals. With traditional instrumentation including fiddle, button accordion, mandolin, banjo, bodhran, pennywhistle, flute and guitars, the band thrills audiences with renditions of the Irish classics that are true to the Celtic core. Slugger O’Toole’s love of entertaining audiences and blue-collar work ethic has led the “L.A. Weekly” to proclaim them Southern California’s “hardest-working Irish band.”
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Members, and who plays what, are:
JOHNNY McKENNA on vocals, button accordian & bodhran
DAN HARPER on vocals & guitar
MATT FOYER on vocals, pennywhistle, flute & mandolin
PATRICK RIEGER on vocals, guitar & bodhran
TIM McNAMARA on vocals & bass
JOHN SOMMERS on vocals, fiddle, mandolin & banjo
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An evening with Slugger O’Toole will leave you feeling as if you’ve visited a pub in Dublin with your closest friends. A great show of music, comedy, pickin’, grinnin’ and folky nostagia.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm WRECK N SOW brings their good time Folk-Americana-based music to the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com; 626-798-6335. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Jul 21:
7-11 pm CHRIS ANDERSON plays Lucille’s Smokehouse & BBQ, Long Beach Town Center (at Carson St & 605 Fwy), Long Beach; www.lucillesbbq.com; 562-938-7427.
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Sat, Jul 21, in Tehachapi:
7 pm GARY MAZZOLA & PLANET play Fiddler's Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-9994.
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Sat, Jul 21, on TV:
7-8 pm “THE GREAT GERSHWIN” is a 1972 episode of the “Lawrence Welk Show” (don’t laugh) and features Gershwin songs that survive and entertain to our time, including “Someone to Watch Over Me” and “Summertime,” along with the instrumental composition, “Rhapsody in Blue.” Broadcast on KOCE, aka “PBS SoCal,” as part of this week’s unheard-of series of broadcasts of music performance shows when it is not pledge driveive; check cable & satellite listings.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in OC:
7:30 pm SLIGO RAGS brings their high energy and oh-so musical Celtic music with a bluegrass flavor to “The Living Tradition” concert series at Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim 92805; 714-955-3807. Award-winning guitar and fiddle, superb all-around.
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Sat, Jul 21:
7:30 pm weekly GRATEFUL DUDES BLUEGRASS residency at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. They sometimes have VERY well-known guests sitting-in. No cover.
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Sat, Jul 21:
7:30 pm monthly “ARC MUSIC NIGHT” at the ARC Center, 6456 Whitsett Av, North Hollywood 91606. It’s a jam, sometimes with featured performances, and it draws some high-level players. For info, contact LSchallert@aol.com.
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Sat, Jul 21, on TV:
7:30-8 pm “MAKE: STEAMPUNK” features a theremin orchestra in a 2009 episode of the series about Victorian-inspired art created from Victorian technology. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2:30 am.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm FUR DIXON & STEVE WERNER play their CD release show for “San Pedro Session” at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Everybody’s favorite “songs-of-the-open-road” folk duo is joined by top musicians PAUL MARSHALL and BRANTLEY KEARNS. Paul says, “great songs, great singing, plus fun yodel-alongs!”
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“Their fourth CD, recorded live with a studio audience, ‘San Pedro Session’ catches the California duo at their best, as they take their listeners on an intimate musical journey through their three previous CDs,” says McCabe’s booker Lincoln Myerson. He adds, “Dixon and Werner have been dazzling audiences for nine years. They've combined their own unique songwriting visions of life, travel and the American West to create a landscape that is all their own. Their original songs are catchy, fun and sometimes heartbreaking and their live shows are a genuine treat. The audience is always encouraged to sing along.”
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JIM "KIMO" WEST brings his award-winning Hawai’ian slack key guitar to Alva’s Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, Weymouth Corners, San Pedro 90732; www.alvasshowroom.com; 800-403-3447 or 310-519 1314. You can bring your own food and drinks into this venue and just pay the cover.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ED GERHARD brings his guitar wizardry to Trilogy Guitars, 143 Culver Bl, Playa del Rey 90293. Check out Ed at www.edgerhard.com.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CHATHAM COUNTY LINE, from North Carolina, and the legendary FREEBO play the “SINGS LIKE HELL” series in the Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-963-0761.
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North Carolina's CHATHAM COUNTY LINE dazzled at last year's “Roots Roadhouse” festival. “The Bluegrass Situation” named them “Artist of The Month,” this hard playin' outfit is touring behind the just-released “Sight & Sound,” their 5th record for the YepRoc label. Discovered and produced by the dB's CHRIS STAMEY, CCL's brand of roots music “[owes] as much to THE BAND as BILL MONROE… as good as it gets,” says Lincoln Myerson, McCabe’s booker (they just played McCabe’s).
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Sat, Jul 21:
8 pm CODY BRYANT plus THE MOONLIGHT TRIO play Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm weekly “RANCH PARTY” brings DAVID SERBY and ANGELA EASTERLING to the music patio adjacent to EB’s Wine Bar, in the L.A. Farmers Market complex, 6333 3rd (at Fairfax), L.A.; www.farmersmarketla.com. Every week, the “RANCH PARTY” brings Americana & alt country here. Show and series info, www.reverbnation.com/venue/ranchpartycountrynight. Plenty of food and drink available all around you. No cover.
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Sat, Jul 21:
8 pm DULCIMANIA brings their dulcimer-driven music to Alta Coffee House, 506 31st St, Newport Beach 92663.
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Sat, Jul 21:
8 pm THE FAR WEST plus NICK 13 play the El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Bl, L.A.; 323-936-4790; www.theelrey.com. $20.
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Sat, Jul 21:
8 pm CASH’D OUT plays the Viper Room, 8852 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; www.viperroom.com; 310-358-1881. $15 advance, $20 doors.
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Sat, Jul 21:
8 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SOUTH BAY HOOT” in Redondo Beach 90277. Location and info at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm TRACY NEWMAN, the only singer-songwriter who has both an Emmy and a Peabody Award, plays Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 90046; 323-653-0640. She’s still looking for a Grammy for the trifecta… Venue is known for its Chinese food. If you go early to eat, be sure they seat you in the music hall.
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Sat, Jul 21:
9 pm THE AMERICANS play Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Sat, Jul 21:
9 pm TALKIN’ TREASON plus THE GROOVY REDNECKS play electric Americana at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl (between Washington & Venice), Culver City 90230; 310-390-1328; www.thecinemabar.com; www.myspace.com/thecinemabar; music series hotline 310-250-1317. Venue is 21+, the size of a shoebox, and known as “the world’s smallest honky-tonk.” Barstool seating is competitive. No cover, bring $ for artists’ tip jar.
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Sat, Jul 21, world-music-y, but interesting:
9 pm LENI STERN and “A TRIO OF AFRICAN MASTER MUSICIANS” play The Blue Whale, 123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St Suite 301, Japan Town, L.A. 90012; 213-620-0908; www.facebook.com/thebluewhale; www.bluewhalemusic.com. (NE corner of Los Angeles St & 2nd St, next to Kyoto Grand Hotel, in Weller Court Plaza. Parking below in the building, no charge with validation; street parking available.)
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Sat, Jul 21, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
9-11 pm “ED SULLIVAN – THE SIXTIES” is a compilation of legendary musical performances from the ’60s that aired on the long-running landmark TV show. Featured are THE BEATLES, THE ROLLING STONES, THE DOORS, THE BEACH BOYS, THE ANIMALS, THE MAMAS & THE PAPAS, THE YOUNG RASCALS, DIANA ROSS & THE SUPREMES. Produced in 2009. Broadcast on KOCE, aka “PBS SoCal;” check cable & satellite listings.
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Sat, Jul 21:
9:30 pm THE MAMA’S BOYS plus KETTLEBLACK play Harvelle’s Long Beach, 206 The Promenade North, Long Beach 90802; 310-395-1676; www.harvelles.com. $10.
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Sat, Jul 21:
9:30 pm THE DELGADO BROTHERS play Harvelle's Santa Monica, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica; ; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676. Band info, www.delgadobrothers.com. $10 cover.
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Sat, Jul 21, on TV:
11 pm-12:30 am “BENISE: THE SPANISH GUITAR” features guitarist BENISE leading “a Latin Riverdance” with American Idol finalist KIMBERLEY LOCKE and vocalist GIORGIA FUMANTI, plus Dancing with the Stars couple NICK KOSOVICH & LENA BACHEVA, and the the LOS ANGELES GOSPEL CHOIR. Broadcast on KOCE, aka “PBS SoCal,” as part of this week’s unheard-of series of broadcasts of music performance shows when it is not pledge driveive; check cable & satellite listings.
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Sat, Jul 21:
Midnight BRIAN WRIGHT plays Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.hotelcafe.com; 323-461-2040. Info on Brian, www.brianwrightmusic.com. Venue is 21+, cover varies, depending on time of evening, and be sure to tell ’em when you pay at the door that you’re there to see Brian, so he’ll get paid.
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Sun, Jul 22, on TV:
6-6:30 am “THE PIANO GUY” brings video piano lessons. Today covers blues chords and the signature lick from MARC COHN’s “Walking in Memphis.” Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings.
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Sun, Jul 22, FESTIVAL, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
11 am-10 pm 19th annual “LOS FELIZ STREET FAIR,” on Hollywood Boulevard between Vermont and Hillhurst Avenues in Los Feliz, has a lot of first-rate music on two stages, most of it from fine folk-Americana acts. Look especially for NICOLE GORDON, the LAUREN ADAMS BAND, SUDBURY & RAMOS, LIGHTNIN’ WILLIE & THE POOR BOYS, and RIVER ROUGE, and be sure to allow time to discover more. (Folks like DAVE OSTI may go folk or rock, for example.) This began as an event to promote local restaurants, so there’s plenty of food available.
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VERMONT STAGE:
Noon-1 pm DAVE OSTI
1:15-2:15 pm FORT KING
2:30-3:15 pm TREMOLOCO
3:45-4:45 pm KIND HEARTS & CORONETS
5-6 pm LAUREN ADAMS BAND
6:15-7:15 pm THE ATOMIC SHERPAS
7:30-8:30 pm LIGHTNIN WILLIE & THE POOR BOYS
8:45-9:45 pm DANCE HALL PIMPS
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HILLHURST STAGE:
12:15-1 pm RIVER ROUGE
1:15-2 pm THE HARRY SMALLENBURG JAZZ ENSEMBLE
2:15-3 pm DAVE BEDROSIAN & THE NEW YORK SYSTEM
3:15-4 pm SUDBURY & RAMOS
4:15-5 pm JEREMY LITTLE
5:15-6 pm NICOLE GORDON
6:15-7 pm SILVER PHIAL
7:15-8 pm BLOCO LATINO
8:15-9:15 pm RAHEEM COHEN
More info is on their site; start at http://losfelizvillagestreetfair.com/lineup/.
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Sun, Jul 22, FESTIVAL, a ‘SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in San Diego:
11 am-5:15 pm annual “SEA CHANTEY FESTIVAL” aboard the tall ship “Star of India” at the San Diego Maritime Museum, 1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego 92101; www.sdmaritime.org; 619-234-9153. This is an annual good time, always memorable, and a key day on the calendar for old salts and young wannabes.
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Sunday’s
CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, OPEN MICS, WORKSHOPS, & more…
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Sun, Jul 22, in San Diego:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Jul 22:
11 am-2 pm weekly “BLUES BRUNCH” with BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com. Artist info, www.bigbbrenner.com.
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Sun, Jul 22:
1 pm monthly “BASC BLUEGRASS JAM” at the CTMS Center for Folk Music, , the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Sun, Jul 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Goleta:
2 pm HONEYSUCKLE POSSUMS, plus individual opening mini-sets from members REBECCA TROON, SUSAN MARIE REEVES, & NICOLA GORDON, then the full Possum corps, including LISA MACKER & RUTH ALPERT, play the “Cambridge Drive Concert Series” in Goleta. Reservations get directions from nic@nicolagordon.com.
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This Santa Barbara-based all-girl outfit is tunefully and harmoniously wonderful in their blending of voices and splendid strings. Rootsy and original, they delighted the audience as a main stage act at last year’s “Santa Barbara Old-Time Fiddlers Festival.” Donation is $10 with their EP, $20 with it, AND that will get you their full CD by mail as soon as it’s finished.
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Sun, Jul 22:
2 pm monthly “SONGWRITER SANCTUM” showcase brings performances by LISA SANDERS, CHAUNCEY BOWERS, LAURA ZUCKER, RANDALL LAMB, and artist-in-residence DALE LaDUKE, at The Church in Ocean Park, 235 Hill St, Santa Monica 90405 (just off Main St on the corner of Hill and 2nd).
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Snacks and beverages provided; you can bring something for the potluck. Kids and calm, quiet dogs are welcome. Some free street parking, but bring quarters for metered parking. There is a metered lot just west of Main Street, running parallel to it. Watch where you park, as local cops are parking-ticket-happy. Series has a new website, at http://concertsinharmony.webnode.com. $10-$20 donations appreciated, but not enforced.
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Sun, Jul 22:
2:30-7 pm JOHNNY MASTRO & MAMA’S BOYS play their every-Sunday residency at Bliss 525, 525 E Broadway, Long Beach 90802; www.bliss525.com; 562-495-7252. Band info, www.johnnymastro.com.
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Sun, Jul 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
3 & 7 pm (two shows) “JIM CURRY'S TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER” at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236.
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Husband and wife team Jim and Anne Curry deliver the multi-platinum hits of the great John Denver in a fun-filled evening of singing and stories. Jim plays the guitar and sings John's songs in a crystal clear tenor that will take your breath away. Anne, his wife and musical partner, plays guitar and mandolin and sings harmony in all the right places. You'll be invited to sing along, share in the memories, learn new songs and howl at the moon (literally!)
The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer-songwriters ever to grace the stage. Tix, $18.
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Sun, Jul 22:
3-10 pm weekly “EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUNDAY” show brings a lineup still TBA at press time, at Villains Tavern 1356 Palmetto St, downtown L.A.; www.villainstavern.com; 213-613-0766. The place is “a steampunk bar.”
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Sun, Jul 22:
4 pm JW & THE WAGNER CREEK BOYS plus AMBER FOXX play Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl. No cover.
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Sun, Jul 22:
4-7 pm AUSTIN HANKS & THE KALIFORNIA KINGSNAKES play Piano Bar, 6429 Selma Av, Hollywood 90028; www.pianobarhollywood.com; 323-466-2750. No cover.
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Sun, Jul 22:
4-7 pm “TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION” at Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine Av, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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Sun, Jul 22, on TV:
4:30-6 pm “ALFIE BOE: LIVE FROM LONDON” features the star of the 25th anniversary production of “Les Miserables” in a 2012 concert, performing hits from many Broadway musicals. Broadcast on KOCE, aka “PBS SoCal,” as part of this week’s unheard-of series of broadcasts of music performance shows when it is not pledge driveive; check cable & satellite listings.
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Sun, Jul 22:
5 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST L.A. HOOT & POTLUCK” in West L.A. 90025. Location and info at www.songmakers.org, or email WestLAHoot@Songmakers.org.
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Sun, Jul 22, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30-9 pm “GRAND OLE ECHO” show with I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., CHRIS LATERZO & BUFFALO ROBE, & GWENDOLYN, plus THE BURLINGTON FAMILY playing on the back patio. It’s L.A.’s weekly Americana / alt-country showcase of recording artists, always with a full lineup of folk-Americana, western swing, honky-tonk, and/or alt-country recording artists, at the Echo, 1822 W Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-8200. All ages, full bar, BBQ available, no cover.
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Sun, Jul 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
5:30-8 pm “CRAWFISH BOIL” brings THE MUDBUG BRASS BAND playing the patio at The Foundry on Melrose, 7465 Melrose Av, L.A. 90046; www.thefoundryonmelrose.com. Looks like a fine way to get ready for next weekend’s “Long Beach Crawfish Festival” (see the Guide’s write-up on that one)…
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Sun, Jul 22, in San Diego Co:
5:30 pm CREEDENCE RELIVED, a Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band, plays the Summer Concert Series in Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd, Poway 92064; www.poway.org. Free admission, parking is free for residents, $5 for non-residents at Lake Poway. Get there early, bring a throw rug and deck chair.
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Sun, Jul 22, in T.O.:
6 pm “SONG CIRCLE” at Fun-do-mental Music, 1489 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Suite C , Thousand Oaks 91362; 805-778-1000.
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Sun, Jul 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm “JIM CURRY'S TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER” at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236.
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Husband and wife team Jim and Anne Curry deliver the multi-platinum hits of the great John Denver in a fun-filled evening of singing and stories. Jim plays the guitar and sings John's songs in a crystal clear tenor that will take your breath away. Anne, his wife and musical partner, plays guitar and mandolin and sings harmony in all the right places. You'll be invited to sing along, share in the memories, learn new songs and howl at the moon (literally!)
The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer-songwriters ever to grace the stage. There’s a 3 pm matinee and this 7 pm evening show tonight. Tix, $18.
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Sun, Jul 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm PHOEBE BRIDGERS plays Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.hotelcafe.com; 323-461-2040. A marvelous, up-and-coming young singer-songwriter who has performed on stage with the likes of JOHN McEUEN and SCOTT GATES and the SALTY SUITES. A nice opportunity to see her do her stuff in a solo set on a good stage with good sound. Venue is 21+, cover charge varies, depending on time of evening (earlier is usually much cheaper), and be sure to tell ’em when you pay at the door that you’re there to see Phoebe, so she’ll get paid.
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Sun, Jul 22:
7 pm MATTHEW SWEET at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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Sun, Jul 22:
7:30 pm new “SONGWRITERS SQUARE” series brings TRACY NEWMAN, RICHARD GOLDMAN, GARY STOCKDALE and host BILL BERRY performing alone and together at the Lyric-Hyperion Theater, 2106 Hyperion Av, Silver Lake 90027; www.LyricHyperion.com; 323-540-0935. The idea here is that you can “Look over the shoulders of four talented singer-songwriters in an intimate jam session.” Beer, wine and food available. Limited seats, reservations advisable.
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Sun, Jul 22:
8 pm JIM BIANCO plays a solo acoustic set at Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.hotelcafe.com; 323-461-2040. Venue is 21+, cover varies, depending on time of evening, and be sure to tell ’em when you pay at the door that you’re there to see Jim, so he’ll get paid. Info on Jim at www.jimbianco.com.
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Sun, Jul 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8:30 pm TERESA JAMES & THE RHYTHM TRAMPS, plus BABYLON SOCIAL CLUB – the band of SNUFFY WALDEN, SARA NIEMIETZ, LESLIE SMITH, TERRY WISON, BENNETT SALVAY, & HERMAN MATTHEWS – play Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; dinner reservations, 818-789-1985; info, www.cafecordiale.com/music.html; www.myspace.com/cordiale.
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Sun, Jul 22:
9:30 pm THE DAMNGIVERS play Harvelle’s Long Beach, 206 The Promenade North, Long Beach 90802; www.harvelles.com; 310-395-1676. $5.
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Sun, Jul 22:
10 pm-1 am THE ATOMIC SHERPAS play the Liquid Kitty, 11780 W Pico Bl (between Barrington & Bundy), West L.A.; www.thekitty.com; 310-473-3707. Band info, www.reverbnation.com/theatomicsherpas.
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Sun, Jul 22:
11 pm weekly late-night “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Sun night / Mon AM, Jul 22 / Jul 23, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
Midnight-1 am “THE WAGES OF SPIN: PAYOLA” is a scathing and revealing documentary that chronicles the radio and TV payola scandal of the ’60s and how the Philadelphia music scene of the ’50s and ’60s gave rise to it. Includes the roll of “American Bandstand” and DICK CLARK, including his testimony before Congress. Those in today’s music business will find parallels, as well as plenty of background on why and how things are the way they are. Broadcast on KOCE, aka “PBS SoCal,” as part of this week’s unheard-of series of broadcasts of music performance shows when it is not pledge drive; check cable & satellite listings.
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Mon, Jul 23:
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full bar, serves Mexican food. Free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners). No cover.
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Mon, Jul 23:
7:30 pm weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Officially, it’s no cover, but venue expects a donation. Watch on the web if you can’t go, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Jul 23:
8 pm weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center’s shared location at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Mon, Jul 23:
CANCELLED: 8 pm weekly “BLUE MONDAY JAM” with the BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND no longer happens at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, Leimert Park, 4305 Degnan Bl, Los Angeles 90008. Fun while it lasted!
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Tue, Jul 24:
6 pm monthly “DOWNEY FOLK MUSIC JAM” at Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior Center, 7810 Quill Dr, Downey 90242; 562-904-7223.
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Tue, Jul 24:
6 pm “THOUSAND OAKS SONG CIRCLE” at the Greenhouse Café, 652 Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91360.
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Tue, Jul 24, in Ventura:
6 pm “VENTURA BLUEGRASS JAM” at Zoey's Café, 451 E Main St, Ventura 93001; www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-0091.
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Tue, Jul 24, in San Diego:
6:30 pm “SDBS BLUEGRASS NIGHT” at Boll Weevil Restaurant, 7080 Miramar Rd, San Diego 92117.
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Tue, Jul 24:
7 pm weekly “JC HYKE'S SONGWRITERS SERENADE” brings a different line-up each week of recording artists playing acoustic sets, at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006. Venue is a restaurant, serves alcohol. All ages. No cover.
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Tue, Jul 24:
7 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Jul 24, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JIMMIE RAY’S BLACK TRAIN, a renowned JOHNNY CASH Tribute Band, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236. Tix, $18.
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Tue, Jul 24:
8 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Timmy Nolan's Tavern and Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.
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Wed, Jul 25:
6:30 pm twice-monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091. Sign-ups at 6:45 pm.
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Wed, Jul 25; in Ventura Co:
6:30 pm weekly “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Brendan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 1755 E Daily Dr, Camarillo 93010; 888-811-5818.
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Wed, Jul 25, in San Diego:
7 pm “SAN DIEGO SONGWRITERS MEETUP” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.
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Wed, Jul 25:
7:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” in Simi Valley. Location and info at www.songmakers.org.
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Wed, Jul 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm NATHAN McEUEN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236. He’s touring the new CD, “The McEuen Sessions,” done with his father and brother, that’s rated #1 on Amazon.com’s “Alt-Country / Americana” chart. Tix, $15.
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Wed, Jul 25:
8 pm weekly “GUITAROLOGY” at Bar Melody & Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
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Wed, Jul 25:
9 pm “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” brings various artists, all playing acoustically, to Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
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Wed, Jul 25, on TV:
10-11 pm “JIMMY FALLON’S PRIMETIME MUSIC” on NBC-TV is a new compilation of music performances from “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.” The good news: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN and PAUL McCARTNEY and perhaps a few pleasant surprises. The bad news: you’ll have to put up with Justin Timberlake and some of those other interchangeable pop people.
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Thu, Jul 26, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Santa Barbara:
6 pm ED GERHARD brings his guitar wizardry to SOHo Restaurant and Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962 7776. Check out Ed at www.edgerhard.com.
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Thu, Jul 26:
6-9 pm BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER brings the blues to his every-Thursday residency at the Firefly Bistro in South Pasadena; www.eatatfirefly.com. Artist info, www.bigbbrenner.com.
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Thu, Jul 26:
6 pm monthly “WEST VALLEY OLD-TIME JAM” at Jerry's Pizzeria, 22035 Sherman Way, Canoga Park 91303; 818-346-3033.
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Thu, Jul 26:
6 pm weekly “THURSDAY NIGHT SOFA JAM” at Westwood Music, 1627 Westwood Bl, Los Angeles 90024; 310-478-4251.
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Thu, Jul 26, in OC:
6:15 pm weekly “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.
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Thu, Jul 26, in San Diego:
7 pm “SAN DIEGO OLD TIME FIDDLERS JAM” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.
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Thu, Jul 26:
7:30 pm “STORYTELLING GUILD,” a group at the California Traditional Music Society, at CTMS Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Thu, Jul 26, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm AMANDA CASTRO plus NATALIE GELMAN in a double-bill at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236. Tix, $15.
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Thu, Jul 26:
8 pm MASON SOUTH brings rootsy acoustic music to their every-Thursday residency at the Tam O’Shanter in Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tam-oshanter.
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Fri, Jul 27:
Noon LADY DANVILLE performs a free lunchtime concert presented by Grand Performances on the Water Court stage at California Plaza, 350 S Grand Av, downtown Los Angeles 90071; 213-687-2020. Ride the Red Line subway to Pershing Square Station, exit the Fourth Street end, and ride Angels Flight directly to the concert.
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Fri, Jul 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
6 pm “MUSIC IN THE L.A. ZOO” series presents THE ROCKY NECK BLUEGRASS BAND, MARIEVE HERINGTON BAND, PADDY’S PIG, WICKED TINKERS, AK AND HER KALASHNIKOVS, SULTANS OF MAMBO, TROPICAL PUNCH, KENNY HUDSON & WORLD BEAT, in a mostly Celtic, bluegrass-flavored edition of their “Global Fusion” concert series, at the Los Angeles Zoo, 5333 Zoo Dr (Griffith Park), Los Angeles 90027; 323-644-6042. If you catch only one of the Zoo’s concerts this year, this should be the one.
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Fri, Jul 27, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. play the outdoor series in Heritage Park, 12100 Mora Dr, Santa Fe Springs 90670. Info, call Mary Tavera, 562-946-6476. Bring lawn chair or blanket and a picnic dinner.
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Fri, Jul 27, in Ventura:
7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “BELL ARTS SONG CIRCLE” at Bell Arts Factory, 432 N Ventura Av, Ventura 93001
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Fri, Jul 27:
7:30 pm monthly “FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHTS” at the California Traditional Music Society’s Center for Folk Music, the building in the park at 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino 91316; 818-817-7756.
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Fri, Jul 27, on TV:
7:30 pm-midnight Summer XXX OLYMPIC GAMES Opening Ceremonies include a performance by SIR PAUL McCARTNEY, from the Olympic Stadium in London, plus some sports competition that happened today. There is so much competition in so many sports during The Games that it has been happening since Wednesday.
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Tonight’s grandiose Opening Ceremony, and two-and-a-half weeks from now, the grandiose Closing Ceremony, will both attempt spectacle to out-spectacle every previous Olympics. How spectacular will the music be? Tune-in to the Opening Ceremonies and you’ll hear DURAN DURAN, THE SEX PISTOLS (performing their rowdy “God Save the Queen”), SUGABABES, THE CHEMICAL BROTHERS, and other British pop-rock attempting a latter-day British Invasion of global sensibilities. Rumors abound that the ROLLING STONES, ARCTIC MONKEYS, and / or SPOICE GIRLS will take part. Spread between the opening and closing spectacles, traditionalists will revel in “The Eastenders Theme,” “The Eaton Boating Song,” and a traditional-by-contrast “Glastonbury-style” communal singalong of “Hey Jude,” led by PAUL McCARTNEY.
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Yet the other live music performances at the London Games can probably be enjoyed only if you are there.
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Of course, on TV in the US, you’ll hear ad finitum “The Bugler’s Dream,” the inescapably inspiring LEO ARNAUD anthem with horns and kettle drums that we all know as the Olympic Theme, originally written for ABC’s coverage decades ago, and the newer JOHN WILLIAMS’ piece with that rapid-fire delightfully harmonic horn chorus. (Arnaud lived 1904-1991, so at least he enjoyed a lot of royalties for his Olympic theme and lots of film scores he composed. Williams has written more iconic music than anybody can list in under an hour.)
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Music at the Games has been in the news for weeks. One writer quipped, “Writing Olympic songs seems to be a sporting event in itself this year There has been controversy and a sense of alienation since it was revealed that the musicians booked to play official Olympic-related events will be playing them without pay. There’s money – millions – for corporatization and branding and spectacle. But there’s no money to pay artists who contribute to the experience for visitors and athletes alike. Unless they’re in commercials that are selling something. Fattening fast food or high-fructose-corn-syrup infested soft drinks, or athletic wear made in third-world sweatshops. Those “participations” get you paid. But if a musician was “hired” just to provide music for some aspect of The Games, he or she must be content with a reward of exposure. Perhaps YouTube will bring some measure of that. Unless somebody else demands money.
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Meanwhile, TV (and in the US, that means the NBC-owned and affiliated networks) will be focused, as always, on over-emphasizing the US team and its members regardless of their standings and competitive performances. They’ll broadcast events every evening, at abominable hours during the night, and on MSNBC during the day when people who have jobs in this crappy economy are at work. We have known people who take vacation just so they won’t miss anything. And those who watch MSNBC online all day and don’t get any work done. The evening broadcasts are usually pretty good, but they do keep you up way too late waiting for the good stuff.
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Olympics fans become dumb about everything else during The Games. They won’t risk spoilers – results of events before they are broadcast, because of the time difference between London and US TV prime time – so they don’t risk exposing themselves to news broadcasts. The newspaper is okay, because the time difference doesn’t permit spoilers after printing press deadlines. But since most Americans get their news electronically, they – we – change our online home pages to ones that won’t spoil Olympics results, and online newspapers are out. And we just won’t risk any TV or radio news broadcasts.
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That makes this a good time for Mitt Romney to release his tax returns and answer all those questions about exporting American jobs using Bain Capital takeovers of US companies. He can say whatever he wants and there will be no widespread public horror. It can be a prolonged Etch-a-Sketch moment for him. No one is paying attention now. We’re all watching the US Women’s Gymnastics team and the world’s fastest runners and the Decathlon and water polo. Oh, and Romney’s prize dressage horse dancing at the Olympic Horse Prom.
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Southern Californians can be proud that a disproportionate number of US team members are from our sun-drenched, culturally and athletically diverse region. Local TV will surely celebrate them. But watch out for those spoilers if you risk watching ANY news, from any source, during the games. Even NPR enjoys screwing you that way. There’s no excuse for radio to do it, but they do.
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At least KNBC and Fred Rogan will proclaim “spoiler alerts” during their broadcasts, allowing you to plug your ears, look away and hum before there’s suddenly no reason to watch anymore that day or night. Their TV competitors love spoiling Olympic results so you’ll watch their usual lineup of laugh-track-adorned garbage, junk collectors and hoarders and scalping buyers and inarticulate sellers, reality shows about pathetic morons and idiots, celebrity scandals, and carcass-laden forensic crime shows, instead.
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Through all of it, the Olympics can be wonderful and dramatic, filled with inspiring stories of triumph of remarkable individuals over adversity. Even those who have given-up on sports on TV often find the Olympics the best drama anywhere. As legendary college football coach ROLAND ORTMAYER was fond of saying, “The difference between amateur athletics and professional sports is the difference between making love and prostitution.” NBA millionaire players aside, the Olympic teams of the world are mostly comprised of young people who strive and compete for the sheer joy of the endeavor.
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Back to music. Take time to remember the many music venues that suffer when mega-events happen on TV and keep music hall seats half empty. Take a break (or two, or three) during the nineteen days of The Games between now and the Closing Ceremonies, and support live music in a local (or a favorite regional) music venue, or a festival. Then drop 99 cents a few times for downloads of some tunes you’ve just discovered there. Yes, we’re still advocates of CDs, of the-album-as-art-form, but most artists are happy when you start with a few downloads of their music. And the venues? Think of them like your favorite plants that especially need watering in the hot summer. Keep ’em green and thriving so they’ll always be there to delight you with their colorful blooms.
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Fri, Jul 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm IAN WHITCOMB plays the musical launch of his new book, “UKE HEROES,” with special performing guests FRED SOKOLOW and JANET KLEIN, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236. It’s a “Ukulele Singalong and Strumalong” night. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Jul 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE FAREWELL DRIFTERS play McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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Fri, Jul 27:
8 pm WRECK 'N' SOW plays Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-845-2425.
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Fri, Jul 27:
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – including dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Jul 27, on TV:
8:30-9 pm “BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND” features a 2011 performance by MIKE FARRIS & THE McCRARY SISTERS. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2:30 am.
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Fri, Jul 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
9 pm LILY WILSON plays an all-acoustic show at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90046; www.genghiscohen.com; 323-653-0640. Lily performs fine self-penned acoustic ballads, and she’s shared stages and recording studios with the likes of MELISSA ETHRIDGE. Venue is known for its Chinese food. If you go early to eat, be sure they seat you in the music hall.
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Fri, Jul 27, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
9-10 pm “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” features WILLIE NELSON & ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL, performing songs from their 2009 “Willie and the Wheel” CD. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 3 am.
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Fri, Jul 27:
9:30 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings authentic and original Irish music to Ireland’s 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys 91401; 818-785-4031.
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Fri, Jul 27, on TV:
10-11 pm “FRONT ROW CENTER” features “PHIL COLLINS: GOING BACK – LIVE AT THE ROSELAND BALLROOM” in a 2012 performance of selections from his 2010 album. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 4 am.
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TODAY, Saturday, July 28, is the 8th Annual “NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOY” in the U.S. and Canada. The day brings official proclamations and special recognitions from several US states and Canadian provinces, and many events throughout both countries. Of course, that includes plenty of western and western swing music and cowboy poetry. Check the ever-growing and vast array of info and events at www.nationaldayofthecowboy.org.
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Here in Southern California, you can celebrate at “DAY OF THE COWBOY & COWGIRL,” an all-day annual festival at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park, 10 am-5 pm, then catch the evening show by multiple-top-award-winning western singer-songwriter BELINDA GAIL at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena at 7 pm (see both listings).
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Before we get to the festival listings, early risers should check these…
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EARLY Sun, Jul 28, on TV:
5-5:30 pm “SUN STUDIO SESSIONS” features a performance by JOSHUA JAMES. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings. Repeats at 2 am.
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EARLY Sat, Jul 28, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, on TV:
5:30-6 am “JAMMIN’ AT HIPPIE JACK’S” features JIM LAUDERDALE in a 2012 performance. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings.
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Sat & Sun, Jul 28 & 29, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick,
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19th annual “LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL” is all about live music, dancing, and exceptionally good food in large quantities, with performances by CEDRYL BALLOU & THE ZYDECO TRENDSETTERS, ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC, BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO, ROYALE GARDEN DIXIELAND BAND, A.J. GIBBS “THE MYDECO DANCE KING,” WAYLON THIBODEAUX, LIL’ BRIAN & THE ZYDECO TRAVELERS, STEP RIDEAU & THE ZYDECO OUTLAWS, BENNIE & THE SWAMP GATORS, NEW ORLEANS BOOGIE BAND, plus the comedy & magic of KERRY ROSS, at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach 90802.
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This festival features different acts each day, so if you’re a fan of Louisiana music, it’s very worth attending both days.
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There’s a large international food court with many tasty offerings, in addition to the ticket option with the crawfish feast. Children’s Stage runs noon-6 pm both days, with storytelling, magicians, inflatable impressions, adjacent bounces, and more. This festival draws 15,000 people over two days. The “Louisiana to L.A. Second Line Dancers” and “New Orleans High Steppers” take part, and there are large wooden dance floors and lessons for all. More at www.longbeachcrawfishfestival.com.
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Runs noon-11 pm Saturday, noon-10 pm Sunday.
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Tix, $13 advance, admission only (children under age 12 free, accompanied by adult); or (recommended) there’s a $25 advance option that includes admission and a big, rectangular Crawfish Feast platter, cooked on site and served by Bristol Farms; there’s a more gluttonous option that includes a bucket of crawfish and admission, and that one is $30 advance. (Substantially higher prices at the gate.) Parking at LB Convention Ctr, 300 Ocean Bl, is $10; or ride the Metro Blue Line to the end and catch the Long Beach shuttle bus or walk three blocks.
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Sat, Jul 28, FESTIVAL,
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10 am-5 pm “FESTIVAL OF THE COWBOY & COWGIRL,” Southern California’s signature event for the “NATIONAL OF THE COWBOY,” at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027; 323-667-2000; www.theautry.org. Museum admission rates apply / free for Autry members.
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This kid-and-family-friendly event has lots of music from JEAN SUDBURY, MISS DEVON & THE OUTLAW, KRISTYN HARRIS, and TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT.
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And there’s plenty, more, pard. Saddle up to celebrate the American cowboy and cowgirl at the Autry with live music, square dancing, kids' crafts, delicious down-home outdoor barbecue, and more. Watch performances by amazing gun-slinger JOEY DILLON, trick ropers DAVE THORNBURY and GENE McLAUGHLIN, and skip to the beat of square dance caller BECKY NANKIVELL. Autry docent CHUCK MERMAN brings frontier medicine to life with replica artifacts. Other hands-on carts throughout the museum will let you touch the past.
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All-Day Activities include creating your own leather masterpiece with help from STANDING BEAR’S Trading Post. Visit the Children's Craft Corral in Heritage Court to make your own Day of the Cowboy souvenirs, including a bolo tie. Try roping a cow in the main plaza and gold-panning in Trails West. Watch screenings of “The Gene Autry Show” in the Wells Fargo Theater. See a working 1880s chuck wagon and presentations on “Cowboy Life on the Trail.” Visit an Olde Time Western Dress-up Photography Studio and dress up for your own Old West picture. See horses down at the South Lawn corral and decorate a horseshoe to take home. Follow a museum-wide scavenger hunt to find clues about the diverse people who embody cowboy culture. Join in the festivities by dressing up in your best cowboy and cowgirl Western gear! However, NO GUNS, including replicas, will be allowed on the premises. Tickets include complimentary admission to the museum. Giddyup!
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Sat, Jul 28, FESTIVAL, in Pine Valley:
11 am 5 pm annual “PINE VALLEY DAYS,” with performances by PATTY HALL, GEORGE DICKEY, MARTIN HENRY, GREG CAMPBELL, THE PONY TALES, JUST FRIENDS, PAULINE JIMENEZ, and TRAILS & RAILS, in Pine Valley County Park, 28810 Old Highway 80, Pine Valley 92062; 619-445-1856.
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What better way to spend the “National Day of the Cowboy” than here, enjoying all these Western performing artists?
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Sat, Jul 28, PSEUDO-FESTIVAL, in Monrovia:
5-9 pm “MONROVIA PUB CRAWL” brings “an evening of live music, art, and spirits,” to several venues in a coordinated “stroll along the avenue” that being Myrtle Avenue, in Old Town Monrovia. It’s presented by the Monrovia Association of Fine Arts.
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The FREE part is actually most of it: live music performances and exhibiting artists will be located along Myrtle Avenue. As for the pub crawl, you can get one drink at each of several pubs and restaurants by purchasing a $35 “Strollers Passport.” Participating establishments are Sena on Myrtle, Jake’s Roadhouse, Rudy’s Mexican Food, London Gastropub, and T. Phillips Alehouse & Grill. Complete info at www.monroviafinearts.org or 626-802-7873.
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Sat, Jul 28, FESTIVAL:
5:45-11 pm 17th annual “NOHO MIDSUMMER NIGHT COFFEE HOUSE & MUSIC FESTIVAL” includes music and dinner; it’s a charity benefit for and at the ARC Center, 6456 Whitsett Av, North Hollywood 91606. We don’t yet know the lineup or the schedule, but we do know they produce a nice event with a lot of rootsy Folk-Americana and singer-songwriter performances, and they provide a good time for a good cause. ARC is “Activities, Recreation & Care for individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
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Late info bills this as a night of “Traditional, original, and acoustic music under the stars by some of the area’s finest musicians and friends of the ARC.”
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For info and tix, call ARC at 818-762-4356, or contact festival producer Larry Schallert at LSchallert@aol.com or 661-714-2549.
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Doors at 5 pm for the best seats. Dinner (included in admission) served 5:30-8:30 pm. In addition, they will have a cash bar, raffles and other ways to support the ARC Center. Tix are $20 adults, $15 ARC Young Adult Club Members, $15 kids age 5-14; kids under age 5 are free.
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Sat, Jul 28:
1 pm monthly “OLD TIME & TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FIDDLE & BANJO MUSIC JAM” at Audubon Nature Center in Debs Park, 4700 N Griffin Av, Highland Park 90031; off the 110 Fwy; 323-221-2255.
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Sat, Jul 28, PSEUDO-FESTIVAL, in Monrovia:
(Repeated from today’s Festival listings) 5-9 pm “MONROVIA PUB CRAWL” brings “an evening of live music, art, and spirits,” to several venues in a coordinated “stroll along the avenue” that being Myrtle Avenue, in Old Town Monrovia. It’s presented by the Monrovia Association of Fine Arts.
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The FREE part is actually most of it: live music performances and exhibiting artists will be located along Myrtle Avenue. As for the pub crawl, you can get one drink at each of several pubs and restaurants by purchasing a $35 “Strollers Passport.” Participating establishments are Sena on Myrtle, Jake’s Roadhouse, Rudy’s Mexican Food, London Gastropub, and T. Phillips Alehouse & Grill. Complete info at www.monroviafinearts.org or 626-802-7873.
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Sat, Jul 28:
6:30 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS CONCERT” at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Jul 28, in Ventura Co:
7 pm FISHTANK ENSEMBLE that most delightful eclectic acoustic ensemble, plus an opening set by amazing guitarist and VERY funny singer-songwriter BRUCE GOLDISH, at the “DANCING OAK RANCH CONCERT SERIES,” sponsored by Ojai Concert Series, at Dancing Oak Ranch, off Hwy 150 at 4585 Casitas Pass Rd, above Ventura 93001; 805-649-5189.
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Sat, Jul 28:
7 pm SUSIE HANSEN LATIN BAND brings her well-regarded “Hot Latin Jazz & Salsa” to the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, 626-798-6335; www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Jul 28, in San Diego Co:
7 pm PHIL BOROFF & DAVID BOROFF play the “San Diego Folk Heritage” series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas 92024; 858-566-4040.
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Sat, Jul 28:
7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST VALLEY HOOT” in Woodland Hills 91367. Location and info at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Jul 28:
7:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES BLUEGRASS play their longtime weekly residency a.t Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. Some VERY prominent guests have been known to sit-in..
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Sat, Jul 28, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BELINDA GAIL, multiple-top-award-winning singing cowgirl, plays a show on the “NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOY” at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; 626-798-6236.
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This will sell-out promptly, so don’t dawdle making reservations. More details later. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Jul 28, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “THE MUSIC OF HAWAI'I” with KAUMAKAIWA KANAKA’OLE, GEORGE KAHUMOKU JR., KEOKI KAHUMOKU, BOBBY INGANO, & “UNCLE” RICHARD HO’OPI’I, all top-rated players from the Pearl of the Pacific, playing the Grand Performances concert series on the Water Court Stage at California Plaza, 350 S Grand Av, downtown Los Angeles 90071. 213-687-2020. Ride the Red Line subway to Pershing Square Station, exit the Fourth Street end, and ride Angels Flight up the hill directly to the concert. Free, once you get there.
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Sat, Jul 28, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ERIC SCHWARTZ does an adults-only, uncensored performance of his brilliantly bawdy, politically-charged originals, at a special edition of the Bodie House Concert Series at Four Friends Gallery, 1408 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362. 805-497-4022; info@fourfriendsgallery.com. This guy is amazingly creative. Check him out on YouTube and note the astonishing number of views his songs have received. And make a reservation, or it’ll be sold-out when you get there.
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Sat, Jul 28:
8 pm THE HANDSOME FAMILY at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Jul 28, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm MARIACHI DIVAS, the all-female Grammy-winning superbly talented ensemble of horns and strings and voices and bullfighter suits, brings their joyous music to the free outdoor summer concert series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230. This is one of Levitt’s best offerings this summer. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station and you’re right there. Bring a beach chair or blanket and a picnic dinner (or buy food from on-site vendors); no alcohol allowed in the park, and they vigorously enforce that. All ages show. Free.
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Sat, Jul 28, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CALIFORNIA PHILHARMONIC “FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN” summer outdoor concert series brings tonight’s theme of “Center Stage” to Santa Anita Racetrack Park, 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
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Maestro VICTOR VENER is renowned for presenting accessible classical music with many recognizable melodies for those who are not into tuxedo classical. In fact, there is a jazz combo performing from 5 pm until the main concert at 8. Even if you’re not into jazz, go early.
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Gates open at 5 pm for dining, the instrument petting zoo, pony rides, best placement of beach chairs, and probably additional fun / diversions. A fine catered picnic dinner is available (you should order in advance to get the options you want) or you can bring your own food and beverages. More expensive seats include tables with tablecloths. Cheaper seats are bring-your-own chair or blanket.
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The series continues here on Aug 11 with “Carmen on Broadway,” and on Aug 25 with “Beethoven & John Williams.” Each Saturday evening show repeats as an indoor matinee the next afternoon in Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Music Center in downtown L.A. in air-conditioned comfort. Info and tix for all six performances (three outdoor, three indoor) are available at www.calphil.org or 626-300-8200.
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Note: a very early morning event on TV…
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Sun, Jul 29, on TV:
6-6:30 am “THE PIANO GUY” brings video piano lessons. Broadcast on KLCS, the only public TV station that airs music performances when it’s not pledge drive, and doesn’t chop-up programming to beg for money; check cable and satellite listings.
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Sun, Jul 29; Sat & Sun, Jul 28 & 29, FESTIVAL,
a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick,
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19th annual “LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL” is all about live music, dancing, and exceptionally good food in large quantities, with performances by CEDRYL BALLOU & THE ZYDECO TRENDSETTERS, ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC, BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO, ROYALE GARDEN DIXIELAND BAND, A.J. GIBBS “THE MYDECO DANCE KING,” WAYLON THIBODEAUX, LIL’ BRIAN & THE ZYDECO TRAVELERS, STEP RIDEAU & THE ZYDECO OUTLAWS, BENNIE & THE SWAMP GATORS, NEW ORLEANS BOOGIE BAND, plus the comedy & magic of KERRY ROSS, at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach 90802.
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This festival features different acts each day, so if you’re a fan of Louisiana music, it’s very worth attending both days.
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There’s a large international food court with many tasty offerings, in addition to the ticket option with the crawfish feast. Children’s Stage runs noon-6 pm both days, with storytelling, magicians, inflatable impressions, adjacent bounces, and more. This festival draws 15,000 people over two days. The “Louisiana to L.A. Second Line Dancers” and “New Orleans High Steppers” take part, and there are large wooden dance floors and lessons for all. More at www.longbeachcrawfishfestival.com.
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Runs noon-11 pm Saturday, noon-10 pm Sunday.
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Tix, $13 advance, admission only (children under age 12 free, accompanied by adult); or (recommended) there’s a $25 advance option that includes admission and a big, rectangular Crawfish Feast platter, cooked on site and served by Bristol Farms; there’s a more gluttonous option that includes a bucket of crawfish and admission, and that one is $30 advance. (Substantially higher prices at the gate.) Parking at LB Convention Ctr, 300 Ocean Bl, is $10; or ride the Metro Blue Line to the end and catch the Long Beach shuttle bus or walk three blocks.
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Sunday’s
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Sun, Jul 29, in San Diego:
10 am weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.
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Sun, Jul 29:
3 pm MARK "POCKET" GOLDBERG & FRIENDS, plus ED TREE, play “Marc Bachrach’s Concerts” series in Thousand Oaks 91362. MARK "POCKET" GOLDBERG is a respected “Roots” bass player (upright & electric) who has had the honor of making music with some of the most talented and renowned artists of our time. The host says, “This is Mark's fifth appearance at our events.... because everyone who comes to hear him and the band has been blown away!” Reservations get directions at mark@markpocketgoldberg.com
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Sun, Jul 29:
5:30-9 pm “GRAND OLE ECHO” series brings a full lineup of folk-Americana, western swing, honky-tonk, and/or alt-country recording artists playing on the indoor stage and the back porch, at the Echo, 1822 W Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; 213-413-8200. All ages, full bar, BBQ available, no cover.
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Sun, Jul 29:
6:30 pm monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Folk Music Center, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624- 2928. Signups at 6 pm.
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Sun, Jul 29, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm TOULOUSE ENGELHARDT, phenomenal guitar-playing showman, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com. (“the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
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Sun, Jul 29:
7 pm DOUG PAISLEY plus MARIEE SIOUX at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Tix, $12.50.
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Sun, Jul 29:
11 pm weekly late-night “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Mon, Jul 30:
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full bar, serves Mexican food. Free parking across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners). No cover.
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Mon, Jul 30:
7:30 pm twice-monthly “NEW WESTSIDE BLUEGRASS JAM” at Industry Café & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232.
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Mon, Jul 30, in Ventura:
7:30 pm twice-monthly “ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC” at Zoey's Café, 451 E Main St, Ventura 93001; 805-652-0091.
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Mon, Jul 30:
7:30 pm weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Sign-ups at 7 pm. Officially, it’s no cover, but venue expects a donation. Watch on the web if you can’t go, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Jul 30:
8 pm weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE & IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at the Celtic Arts Center’s shared location at Theatre Unlimited, 10943 Camarillo St, North Hollywood 91602; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com.
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Mon, Jul 30:
CANCELLED: 8 pm weekly “BLUE MONDAY JAM” with the BERNIE PEARL BLUES BAND no longer happens at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, Leimert Park, 4305 Degnan Bl, Los Angeles 90008. Fun while it lasted!
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Tue, Jul 31:
7 pm weekly “JC HYKE'S SONGWRITERS SERENADE” brings a different line-up each week of recording artists playing acoustic sets, at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006. Venue is a restaurant, serves alcohol. All ages. No cover.
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Tue, Jul 31:
7 pm weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Jul 31:
8 pm weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Timmy Nolan's Tavern and Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.
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Wed, Aug 1, a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
7 pm “THE NEVILLE BROTHERS' FAREWELL TOUR,” as the famous brothers add the talents and formidable presence of TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE to bring a memory-book night of New Orleans’ best to the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 232-850-2000. Don’t dawdle getting tix, as this’ll sell-out.
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Wed, Aug 1:
HOT AUGUST NIGHT, a NEIL DIAMOND tribute band, plays one of only two offerings that will interest Folk-Americana fans at this year’s “TEMPLE CITY WILD WEST CONCERTS IN THE PARK” series, Despite the name, only one event (on Aug 29) is western. The concert places the band in one of Southern Cal’s nicest bandstand gazebos, in the park adjacent to city hall and the city library, at 9701 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic dinner, or buy food from on-site vendors; and a Carl’s Jr is just across the street. Info at 626-285-2171 x 2361. Free.
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Fri & Sat, Aug 3 & 4:
“HARD SUMMER” FESTIVAL isn’t likely to interest folk-Americana fans, but we thought you should be aware of what it is, on a 32-acre site at Los Angeles State Historic Park. Some funk, a lot of discotheque performed live, some as dj sets. We’ll pass.
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Sat, Aug 4:
7 pm UPSTREAM plays “Reggaelypso,” Soca & Steel Drum music at the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com; 626-798-6335. FREE concert series.
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Sun-Wed, Aug 5-8, MUSIC CAMP, in the Tehachapi Mtns:
Annual “CAMP KIYA MUSIC CAMP” for the whole family, beginners to advanced, is in the Tehachapi Mountains, a 2-3 hour drive from Los Angeles and features a fine lineup of teachers. Here’s a list:
Fiddle: JAN TAPPAN, BRYNN ALBANESE, ANDREA BEATON
Cello: Erin Esses, DEBORAH HAND, ALEX WILSON
Guitar: WILLIAM COULTER, DAVE OGDEN, MAX VALENTINO
Mandolin: ASHLEY BRODER
Acoustic Bass Guitar: MAX VALENTINO
Accordion: MICHAEL GUTIN
Clawhammer Banjo: SHARON MARTINSON
Hammered Dulcimer: SUSIE HASTINGS
Mountain Dulcimer: AL CRISALLI
Irish Dance: ARIA CURZON
Hula: HARRIET NAGATA
Singing: CHRISTA BURCH
Whistle: WILLIAM COULTER, DAVE OGDEN
Harmonica: ROY HERNANDEZ
Bodhran: CHRISTA BURCH
Percussion: MAX VALENTINO
Songwriting: SHARON MARTINSON
Nature and Native American Culture: JON HAMMOND
Ukulele: CHICA NAGATA
Keyboard: JEFFREY SPERO, MARCIA WHITTEN
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Have you ever wanted to try out a cello? Or a ukulele? Bodhran? Fiddle? Or do you play an instrument and want to learn new techniques and jam with other music lovers?
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Camp Kiya has “a reasonable cost.” Check-out the Instructor bios, fee schedule, and other information at www.campkiya.com.
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Sun, Aug 5, an “EVENT-of-the-DECADE,” live on TV and the web:
10:31 pm NASA’S “CURIOSITY” LANDER, aka the Volkswagen-sized Mars Science Laboratory (MSL), touches-down on the Red Planet and and will be broadcast live at 10:31 pm (Pacific).
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For the hardcore geeks out there, watching “live” is relative. It’ll take about eight minutes at the speed of light for the spacecraft’s signal to reach earth. So, “live” happened eight minutes ago on Mars… but there’s no way to get the news any faster. Ask Albert Einstein about that.
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Some cable and satellite providers bring you the NASA Channel, which will cover the landing live and have lots of special programming leading up to it. Alas, many cable systems do not give you that channel, even though they get it free from the government. If you are thusly deprived, the whole thing will be live on the web, at www.nasa.gov. On the web, that is, with a caution. Keep reading.
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There’s A WHOLE LOT available online in advance of the landing, include a cool “landing on Mars game” and other interactive gadgets you should download in advance, before the rush locks-up the site. Getting into Mars exploration online has never been so accessible! Seriously, it’s recommended you download anything interactive NOW, because the server will likely be overloaded as the landing time approaches. You can even download a really sophisticated landing simulation game for X-Box.
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Here are some key urls:
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Info on a variety of activities, including virtual landing programs, are at http://mars.jpl.nasa.gov/msl/participate.
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You can follow the mission on Facebook at www.facebook.com/marscuriosity
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A very full version of ways to play Martian is available at www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/news.cfm?release=2012-205&cid=release_2012-205.
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And the new NASA 3-D app that gives you the ability to experience robotic space travel is at www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/news.cfm?release=2012-202&cid=release_2012-202.
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The Guide’s NEWS FEATURES edition for July 20 (anniversary of the first Moon landing) has a full feature story on Curiosity and the future of Mars and space exploration. It focuses on whether we really WANT to find life on Mars. That’s a tougher question than you may think. It’s feature # 8 at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2012/07/news-features-acoustic-americana-music.html.
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For extra fun while watching the landing, put on your rose-colored sunglasses to give everything a reddish-orange glow, tape a print-out of Marvin the Martian (the brush-helmeted nemesis of Bugs Bunny) to your wall, and stock-up on Mars candy bars… Klatu barada nikto.
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Mon, Aug 6:
8 pm-1:30 am monthly “RONNIE MACK'S BARNDANCE” Americana / alt country showcase with STEVE AUSTIN (a great Country songwriter), wonderful Cajun fiddler LISA HALEY, THE GROOVY REDNECKS, BRIAN HOGAN, and more, plus the all-star BARNDANCE BAND, at Joe's Great American Bar & Grill, 4311 W. Magnolia Bl, Burbank 91505; 818-729-0805.
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The Barndance Band opens the night, and plays again before the jam. In between are the featured guests. Check Ronnie's site for confirmation of start time, late additions to the lineup, and more details, at www.electricearl.com/BDance.html .
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Tue, Aug 7; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
7:30 pm BUDDY GUY & JONNY LANG bring as-good-as-it-gets blues to the Greek Theater in L.A. Get tix early, it’ll sell-out.
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6:30-8:30 pm LOS MINEROS DE DURANGO and MARIACHI PONCITLAN play the “DUARTE SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK” series in Duarte Park, 1344 Bloomdale Av, Duarte. Free bus transport to and from the concert is available on Duarte Transit buses. Local businesses have food booths and there is a play area for children. This is the only offering in this year’s Duarte series that might interest Folk-Americana fans, so it’s the only one the Guide lists. Info, 626-357-7931.
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Sat, Aug 11:
7 pm SGT. PEPPER plays “The sounds of THE BEATLES and more” at the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com; 626-798-6335. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Aug 11, through Sat, Aug 25 (see dates); a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
NEIL DIAMOND reprises his “HOT AUGUST NIGHT” with a 40th Anniversary tour, including these shows at the Greek Theatre in L.A., where he played the original.
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Can you say, “Chance to relive a legendary concert with the music legend who performed it, who etched a very special night into music history?” That’s literally what this is. Any superlative you want to apply, after 40 years and millions of album sales of the show taped on the very same stage way back in 1972, well, the accolades and gushing enthusiasm and stage-lit memories are all warranted.
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Here’s the schedule and status at press time:
Sat, Aug 11 at 8 pm - sold out
Thu, Aug 16 at 8 pm - sold out
Sat, Aug 18 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
Thu, Aug 23 at 8 pm - ON SALE NOW
Sat, Aug 25 at 8 pm - just announced & ON SALE NOW
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Sat, Aug 11, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm TOM RUSSELL, one of new-folk’s best performing songwriters, returns to his Southern Cal roots to play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series at Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S Wilson Av, on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park free at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar. Get tix early, as this will sell-out.
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Sat, Aug 11:
8 pm THE FOLK COLLECTION brings all the classic songs of the ’50s-’60s Folk Revival era for an evening at “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” Series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179.
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Sat, Aug 11, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CALIFORNIA PHILHARMONIC “FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN” summer outdoor concert series brings tonight’s theme of “Carmen on Broadway” to Santa Anita Racetrack Park, 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
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The series began here on with July 28 with “Center Stage,” and concludes Aug 25 with “Beethoven & John Williams.” Each Saturday evening show repeats as an indoor matinee the next afternoon in Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Music Center in downtown L.A. in air-conditioned comfort. Info and tix for all six performances (three outdoor, three indoor) are available at www.calphil.org or 626-300-8200.
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Sun, Aug 12:
7 pm KELLY HOGAN at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Tix, $15.
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Sun, Aug 12; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm Annual “BLUEGRASS AT THE FORD” concert, featuring THE LONESOME RIVER BAND and LONESOME OTIS, presented by the Bluegrass Association of Southern California (BASC), at one of the Guide’s most-favorite outdoor venues, the John Anson Ford Theater, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood. Pack a picnic dinner with the beverages of your choice (alcohol is allowed in) and enjoy a fine and fun night of bluegrass under the stars. Everybody who knows looks forward to this one.
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Fri-Sun, Aug 17-19, FESTIVAL,
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a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
10th Annual “SUMMERGRASS SAN DIEGO BLUEGRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL” with BLUE HIGHWAY, LONESOME RIVER BAND, FLATT LONESOME, SWEET TIDINGS, TAIL DRAGGERS, VIRTUAL STRANGERS, LIGHTHOUSE, and more tba, at the 40-acre outdoor Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N santa Fe Av, Vista 92083. There’s a kids’ camp, adult boot camp, raffles, music & craft vendors, jamming, dry camping, food, and more.
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Advance tix are discounted, so hop on it as soon as you know you are going. Tix & info, www.summergrass.net or 858-679-4854; camping questions, camping@summergrass.net or 619-940-4593.
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Fri, Aug 17, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in South OC:
5:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the summer-long “SAWDUST FESTIVAL” on the main stage at the permanent festival grounds, 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651; wwwsawdustartfestival.org. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Sat, Aug 18, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS bring their GRAMMY-nominated and highly danceable Cajun & Zydeco music to the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com; 626-798-6335. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco. FREE concert series.
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Sun, Aug 19, FESTIVAL, in Long Beach:
Noon-5 pm 2nd annual “ROSE PARK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” in Rose Park, 800 Orizaba Av, Long Beach. Performers include GRASSLANDS, playing 3-4 pm.
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We’ll bring you more on the festival as we learn it, but here’s some info on GRASSLANDS: this is the band of TIM O’BRIEN on Dobro & vocals, GREG PADGETT on bass & vocals, JIM COOPER on guitar & vocals, RICK MIRSKY on banjo, & SHELAH SPIEGEL on fiddle & vocals. She’s a four-time Southern Cal Fiddle Champ; Tim has been a member of THE WITCHER BROTHERS and RANK STRANGERS; Rick taught banjo at the Blue Ridge Pickin’ Parlor; Greg had his own act at the Grand Ole Opry; all four have “been there, done that.” Check them out on You Tube at www.youtube.com/user/GrasslandBluegrass?ob=5#p/u/3/-p4wwc039Ok. More at www.grasslandsbluegrass.com.
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Sun, Aug 19, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. plus the great JACK TEMPCHIN (songwriter of many of the EAGLES hits) play a concert at the Neighborhood Church in Pasadena. Info, www.paulmarshall.net.
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Thu, Aug 23, in San Diego, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm STEVE MARTIN & THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS play Humphrey's By the Bay, Shelter Island Dr, San Diego; 619-224-5377.
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Fri, Aug 24:
7 pm ROY BOOK BINDER at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. Tix, $17.50.
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Sat, Aug 25:
7 pm Guitarist BRIAN HUGHES & his band bring contemporary Latin-Jazz to the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com; 626-798-6335. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Aug 25, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CALIFORNIA PHILHARMONIC “FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN” summer outdoor concert series brings tonight’s theme of “BEETHOVEN & JOHN WILLIAMS” to Santa Anita Racetrack Park, 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
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Gates open at 5 pm for dining, the instrument petting zoo, pony rides, best placement of beach chairs, and probably additional fun / diversions. A fine catered picnic dinner is available (you should order in advance to get the options you want) or you can bring your own food and beverages. More expensive seats include tables with tablecloths. Cheaper seats are bring-your-own chair or blanket.
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The series began here on with July 28 with “Center Stage,” continued Aug 11 with “Carmen on Broadway,” and concludes tonight. Each Saturday evening show repeats as an indoor matinee the next afternoon in Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Music Center in downtown L.A. in air-conditioned comfort. Info and tix for all six performances (three outdoor, three indoor) are available at www.calphil.org or 626-300-8200.
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Sun, Aug 26, not music, but cool:
3rd Annual “NO BUDGET FILM FESTIVAL” at the Downtown Independent in L.A. Info at www.nobudgetfilmfestival.com.
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Sun, Aug 26:
7 pm GEOFF MULDAUR with JIM KWESKIN & SUZY THOMPSON is an all-star night at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497. This will sell-out early, so hop right on it. Tix, $22.50.
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Wed, Aug 29:
“WILD WEST CONCERT SUMMER FINALE” and BBQ, with performances by THE SILVERADOS, professional line dancers (with instruction), and TRICK ROPER DAVE, at Temple City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Dr, Temple City. Tonight’s event is one of only two offerings that will interest Folk-Americana fans at this year’s “TEMPLE CITY WILD WEST CONCERTS IN THE PARK” series. Despite the name of the series, only tonight is western.
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The concert places the band in one of Southern Cal’s nicest bandstand gazebos, in the park adjacent to city hall and the city library. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic dinner, or buy the BBQ for $8 ($7 advance) – BBQ tix are limited, so advance purchase is advised. Info at 626-285-2171 x 2361. Free concert.
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Thu, Aug 30, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
ERIC BIBB plays the Skirball Cultural Center, just off the 405 atop Sepulveda Pass. More info wen we have it.
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Sat, Sep 1; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm STEVE MARTIN & THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS at the Pantages Theatre, Hollywood Bl at Argyle St, Hollywood. Get tix early, they’re on sale now, and it’ll sell-out.
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Tue, Sep 4, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
JOHN HIATT plays Sainte Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach; 310-372-0035.
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Wed, Sep 5, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm B. B. KING plus THE TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND for an end-of-the-summer all-star night at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood; 232-850-2000. It’ll likely all be electric, and really, really good.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 7-9, FESTIVAL, in OC:
“2012 TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL” at the Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; www.ocean-institute.org; 949-496-2274. Includes sea chanteys and plenty of music. Register early to select your tall ship for one of the “Cannon Battle” cruises, or to ride alongside the battle for the best view on the water on an “Escort Cruise” aboard the R/V Sea Explorer. Check out the fun on land with a “Pirate Adventure Pass” admission ticket. Check their site for all the details.
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Fri, Sep 7; a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm CROSBY, STILLS & NASH at the Greek Theater in L.A. Get tix early, it’ll sell-out.
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Fri, Sep 7, in OC, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JOHN HIATT plays The Coach House, Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; 949-496-8930.
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Sat, Sep 8, FESTIVAL, in Northern Cal:
Annual “CRAWFISH & CATFISH FESTIVAL” with THE GUMBO BAND, Z.O.O.M., BLUES BOX, ZYDECO FLAMES, FUNKY GATORS, TEBO & FRIENDS, down-home Louisiana Blues, Beau Funk, and more, at Rio Ramaza Marina, 10000 Garden Hwy, Sacramento 95837. Lots of savory foods, including crawfish, catfish, shrimp, alligator, oysters, BBQ, tri-tip, gumbo, etouffee, po boys, more. Dance lessons, kids activities and shopping. Bring lawn chairs and dancing shoes. No outside food.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “FREE SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7 pm THE WALKING PHOENIXES perform “A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH & OTHER COUNTRY CLASSICS” with special guests THE RED MUTTS doing “Top Classic Rock,” at the “16th Annual Altadena Sheriffs’ Summer Concert Series” in the Amphitheater at Farnsworth Park, 568 East Mt. Curve Av, Altadena 91001; series info, 626-798-6335; www.altadenasheriffs.blogspot.com. FREE concert series.
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Sat, Sep 8, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the summer-long “OLIVAS ABODE” concert series, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura 92002; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 14-16, FESTIVAL,
in Northern Cal:
10th Annual ‘PLYMOUTH BLUEGRASSIN’ IN THE FOOTHILLS” at the Amador County Fairgrounds, 18621 Sherwood St, Plymouth 95669, in the California Gold Rush / Mother Lode country. Booked so far are JAMES KING BAND, TRAVERS CHANDLER & AVERY COUNTY, BLUEGRASS BROTHERS, MARK PHILLIPS & IIIrd GENERATION, GET DOWN BOYS, THOMAS PORTER & COPPER RIVER, NU-BLU, and 2011 Emerging Artists RED DOG ASH. Info & tix, www.landspromotions.com or contact roaddog@caltel.com or 209-785-4693.

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Thu, Sep 20, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in OC:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the summer-long “CONCERTS AT THE MUCK” series, at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av, Fullerton 92833; www.themuck.org/sep-20-muck-roots-lisa-haleyzydeco/. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Sat, Sep 22; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
7:30 pm BONNIE RAITT plus MAVIS STAPLES in a dazzling “oh wow” of a show at the Greek Theater in Hollywood. Get your tix right away for this one (unless you’re seeing MERLE HAGGARD and KRIS KRISTOFFERSON tonight).
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Sat, Sep 22; a “SHOW-of-the-YEAR” pick:
MERLE HAGGARD and KRIS KRISTOFFERSON share a wonderful bill, two legendary performing songwriters, at the Valley Performing Arts Center, on the campus at Cal State Northridge. The Guide has often encouraged you to see each of these artists. A chance to see them performing together? Get your tix right away for this one (unless you’re seeing BONNIE RAITT and MAVIS STAPLES tonight).
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Sat, Sep 22, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm JANET ROBIN and ALI HANDAL, two fine artists and guitar wizards, share the night at “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” Series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179.
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Tue, Sep 25, in San Diego, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
7:30 pm BONNIE RAITT plays Humphrey's By the Bay, Shelter Island Dr, San Diego; 619-224-5377.
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Fri-Sun, Oct 5-7, FESTIVAL, in Arkansas:
Annual “KING BISCUIT BLUES FESTIVAL” in Helena, Arkansas, is world renowned, and features a set by Southern Cal blues maestro BERNIE PEARL, accompanied by his bassist, MIKE BARRY.
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Sat, Oct 6, in Thousand Oaks, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
THE KINGSTON TRIO plays the Fred Kavli Theater for the Performing Arts, Thousand Oaks.
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Sat, Oct 13, FESTIVAL, in Mississippi:
Annual “BUKKA WHITE BLUES FESTIVAL” in Aberdeen, in Mississippi, features a set by Southern Cal blues maestro BERNIE PEARL, accompanied by his bassist, MIKE BARRY.
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Sat, Oct 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick, in San Diego:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “SAN DIEGO BON TEMPS CAJUN DANCE” series, at War Memorial Hall, 3325 Zoo Dr, Balboa Park (San Diego) 92101. Cajun-Zydeco GRAMMY Nominees, Lisa’s new video, “Chicken Fiddler,” has over 555,000 YouTube views! They’re always exciting, whether you dance or just listen, and they are among the few bands that mixes plenty of Cajun fiddle music with zydeco.
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Sat, Oct 13:
8 pm JEZ LOWE plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S Wilson Av, on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Free parking at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sat, Oct 13, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm ANGELO M. and THE SALTY SUITES play “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area). THE SALTY SUITES spent the summer playing festivals. They are a rapidly-rising quartet of stellar your players, from CHELSEA WILLIAMS, the beautiful and charming singer-songwriter-guitarist who sings on the nationwide TV commercial for Chevrolet, to mandolin wunderkind SCOTT GATES, to bassist CHUCK HAILES. Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179.
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Sat, Oct 27, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CATHY BARTON & DAVE PARA play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium, 400 S Wilson Av, on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. The Missouri-based, autoharp-playing traditional music duo has a huge following in Southern Cal, so get your tix early. Park free at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sun, Nov 4, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
RAVI SHANKAR, master of the sitar and more, plays the Center Theater, Long Beach.
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Sat, Nov 17, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm LUNASA plays the Caltech Public Events Concert Series in Beckman Auditorium (“Big Beckman”), on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park free at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar, if you arrive early enough to get a space.
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2013 ~ Way, way ahead, in the far-off future…
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Feb 2 & 3, 2013, FESTIVAL, in Elko, NV:
Annual “National Cowboy Poetry Festival” with lots of western music and cowboy poetry. Acts known so far include TOM RUSSELL, for two concerts and a songwriting workshop, and a hundred great cowboy acts including RAMBLIN JACK ELLIOTT, & PAUL ZARZSYKSI. There are “tons of exhibits on the West” and much more at this depth-of-winter indoor festival. It’s important to book early, because lodgings fill-up for a hundred miles. Info at www.westernfolklife.org/National-Cowboy-Poetry-Gathering-General-Info/national-cowboy-poetry-gathering-home-page.html.
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Fri, Feb 8, 2013, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm THE CAMPBELL BROTHERS play the Smothers Theatre, on the campus at Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu; 310-506-4522.
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