Music and News, Wednesday Nov 28, 2012

.
Now c’mon! Wednesday need not be regarded with dread. So, it’s halfway from, and halfway to, the weekend. Glass half full, right? And it’s got its own musical attractions and amusements! LOTS of ’em, this week! Read on…
. .
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.
First, a few bits o’ NEWS (the same ones from yesterday’s edition, if you read ’em then)…
.
a) On Sun, Dec 2, THE PROGRESSIVE magazine celebrates 100 years, with a performance by JACKSON BROWNE, and plenty more. You are invited to celebrate and support THE PROGRESSIVE This Sunday, Dec 2. Schmooze & snack at 2:30 pm; program at 3 pm, at 939 San Vicente Bl, Santa Monica.
+
Headliner guests are JIM HIGHTOWER & JACKSON BROWNE.
+
Plus, RUTH CONNIFF, political editor of The Progressive (she appears frequently on the Ed Schultz show on MSNBC); MATTHEW ROTHSCHILD, publisher of The Progressive; WILL DURST, stand-up comic; and LORI GRACE, election integrity and environmental activist will be honored.
+
Space is limited -- reservations required. $100 donation requested. For details, contact JAN GOODMAN or JERRY MANPEARL at 310-458-7213 or jan-pi@mindspring.com. Online reservations available at www.progressive.org/donate.
+
To get motivated, listen to JACKSON BROWNE singing “Doctor My Eyes” and “About My Imagination.” It runs 9-and-a-half delightful minutes at http://youtu.be/sHAP3CwDYTY.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
b) The 31st Annual “LOS ANGELES HOLIDAY CAROLING FESTIVITIES” with many MUSIC STARS is Sun, Dec 2, and YOU are invited to take part! See the full feature with details and a partial list of the music luminaries you can sing with, at the end of this edition!
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
c) Wednesday’s TIX ALERT (act today, tonight, or soon, while you still can)…
+
Ticket sales commence Wed, Nov 28, at noon for THREE separate events at the Grammy Museum. A portion of the proceeds from each of these events benefits The GRAMMY Museum, and American Express is the exclusive payment method for advance tickets. Tix (after noon on the 28th) and more info at 213-765-6803 or www.grammymuseum.org.
.
**********
.
c-1) The first of three “Get tix” alerts for events at the Grammy Museum:
On Tue, Dec 11 at 7:30 pm, it’s “REEL TO REEL: THE KING OF BROKEN HEARTS WITH JIM LAUDERDALE” at the Grammy Museum. This feature length documentary, directed by Australian filmmaker JEREMY DYLAN follows the unconventional, prolific career of GRAMMY-Award winning musician, singer and songwriter JIM LAUDERDALE. It tells Lauderdale's story from his North Carolina roots, being immersed in the country music scenes in both New York City and Los Angeles, to breaking through in Nashville as a songwriter and writing hits for a slew of artists including GEORGE STRAIT, GARY ALLAN, THE DIXIE CHICKS, VINCE GILL, and PATTY LOVELESS. Lauderdale, one of the most respected artists working the bluegrass, country and Americana music communities today, has sang, played and toured with many celebrated musicians including ELVIS COSTELLO, LUCINDA WILLIAMS, and GEORGE JONES. He remains one of Nashville's “A-List” songwriters while continuously touring in support of his critically acclaimed solo records, including his new 20th studio album, “Carolina Moonrise.” Lauderdale has collaborated with legendary artists like RALPH STANLEY and his contemporaries, most recently teaming up with BUDDY MILLER for both a country duets album titled “Buddy & Jim” and as co-host of “The Buddy & Jim Show,” which airs on SiriusXM Outlaw Country. In addition to several Grammy Awards, Lauderdale has been recognized by the Americana Music Association both as “Artist of the Year” and for his songwriting during the organization's celebrated annual awards show, which he has hosted the last ten years. After the screening, Lauderdale will participate in a Q&A session, moderated by Vice President of The GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares, Scott Goldman. Tickets are $10. Public sale begins Wed, Nov 28 at noon.
.
**********
.
c-2) MORE “Get tix” alerts for events at the Grammy Museum:
On Tue, Dec 18, at 8 pm, it’s “AN EVENING WITH BOBBY WOMACK” at the Grammy Museum. The stalwart soul and gospel figurehead whose résumé includes significant contributions across the decades as a singer, songwriter and guitarist, was born in Cleveland. It was there he and his four brothers formed a vocal group, THE WOMACK BROTHERS. They were inspired by their gospel-singing father, FRIENDLY WOMACK. The boys made their first record when Bobby was just ten, and were eventually discovered by the legendary SAM COOKE, who changed their name to THE VALENTINOS, signed them to his own SAR label, and employed Bobby as his onstage guitarist. Womack eventually went on to write songs recorded by WILSON PICKETT, GEORGE BENSON, JANIS JOPLIN, and many others. A solid guitarist who worked on the Memphis session scene, Womack played on sessions for ARETHA FRANKLIN, RAY CHARLES, JOE TEX, KING CURTIS, DUSTY SPRINGFIELD, and other soul and R&B artists. Recording under his own name, Womack scored a string of hits over the next three decades. From 1970 to 1990, Womack was popular and prolific, charting 36 singles. These include such major R&B hits as "That's the Way I Feel About Cha", "Woman's Gotta Have It" and "If You Think You're Lonely Now." The man’s talent as a musician “is matched only by his self-lacerating honesty,” says the Grammy Museum’s promo. Womack will engage in a discussion, moderated by GRAMMY Museum Executive Director BOB SANTELLI, about his impressive career, and discuss his new critically-acclaimed album, his first of new material in 18 years. It’s titled, “The Bravest Man In The Universe,” and was released earlier this year to rave reviews. After the discussion, Womack will perform a selection of songs. Tickets are $20. Public sale begins Wed, Nov 28 at noon.
.
**********
.
c-3) STILL MORE “Get tix” alerts for events at the Grammy Museum:
On Wed, Dec 5, in L.A., at 8 pm, it’s “AN EVENING WITH NARADA MICHAEL WALDEN,” at the Grammy Museum. Emmy and GRAMMY-award winning producer and songwriter for artists as diverse as Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Steve Winwood, Wynonna Judd, George Michael, Mariah Carey, Barbra Streisand, Stevie Wonder, Tom Jones and Whitney Houston. He has earned equal acclaim as a recording and performing artist. Presented as part of the Grammy Museum’s continued celebration of their exhibit “Whitney!” Tickets are $20. Public sale begins Wed, Nov 28 at noon.
. .
. .
. .
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.
Now, here’s WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY AND TONIGHT…
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
Wednesday, November 28
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
. .
Today’s sections:
.
1) Wednesday’s TICKET ALERT
2) Wednesday’s MUSIC ON TV
3) Wednesday’s LIVE MUSIC, listening and participatory, throughout Southern California
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
1) Wednesday’s TIX ALERT:
Ticket sales commence Wed, Nov 28, at noon for THREE separate events at the Grammy Museum, one with JIM LAUDERDALE. See the NEWS FEATURE at the beginning of this edition for all the deets.
. .
. .
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.
2) Wednesday’s MUSIC ON TV
.
Wed, Nov 28, on TV:
1-4:30 pm BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & THE E STREET BAND in a 2001 film of their June 29 and July 1, 2000 concerts at Madison Square Garden. (Repeats Fri, Nov 30th, 4-7 pm on VHCRW, and Dec 9th, 8:30 am-noon on Palladia). On Palladia, cable or satellite.
.
+=+
.
Wed, Nov 28, on TV:
4 pm “CHRISTMAS: THE MOUNTAIN WAY” is a television counterpart to the new CD / DVD that hit stores and web outlets on Nov 13. It airs on several dates from November 28 to December 25.
+
The live performance was filmed earlier this year at the Bell Theater in Pineville, Kentucky, showcasing Christmas and its traditions in the Appalachian Mountains. It’s hosted by MIKE SCOTT and includes performances by plenty of today's bluegrass stars. They include 2012 IBMA "Female Vocalist of the Year" DALE ANN BRADLEY; STEVE GULLEY; Grammy winning artist MARTY RAYBON; 2012 IBMA "Male Vocalist of the Year" Nominee AUDIE BLAYLOCK; CUMBERLAND RIVER, COMMON STRINGS; students of the Cumberland River Academy; MIKE SCOTT, BRENDA SCOTT, BRAD GULLEY, DEBBIE GULLEY, DON GULLEY, and more.
+
The album, a CD / DVD on Rural Rhythm Records is available for purchase at Amazon, iTunes, Rural Rhythm Records online, and the participating artists’ websites.
+
Repeats tonight at 7 pm (Pacific). On BlueHighways, on cable and satellite TV.
.
+=+
.
Wed, Nov 28, on TV:
7 pm "CHRISTMAS: THE MOUNTAIN WAY" re-airs on BlueHighways, on cable and satellite TV. (See 4 pm for abundant details.)
.
+=+
.
Wed, Nov 28, on TV:
7-8 pm “HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING” with music by BARRY MANILOW, OZOMATLI, CODY SIMPSON, and other special guests, from Nokia Plaza L.A. Live in downtown L.A. It’s a musical Holiday celebration benefiting AEG's “Season of Giving,” an initiative designed to raise funds and generate awareness for non-profit organizations supporting hunger, homelessness and healthcare issues. It’s free to attend, and broadcast live on KNBC, Channel 4, Los Angeles.
.
+=+
.
Wed, Nov 28, on TV:
7-9 pm “CHRISTMAS AT ROCKEFELLER CENTER” airs nationwide tonight on NBC TV affiliates. It includes a performance by BROOKE WHITE, appearances by ROD STEWART, TRACE ADKINS, MARIAH CAREY, CEELO GREEN, BETTE MIDLER, BILLY CRYSTAL, and others, and the always well-produced “Tree-Lighting Ceremony.”
+
The timing is as good as it gets for singer-songwriter-musician-actress BROOKE WHITE. She has a new Holiday album, “White Christmas,” just out today on the June Baby label, as a CD and on iTunes, Amazon and all other online retailers. Catch a bit of her on YouTube, performing a song from the CD, at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4seOh_TIT98&feature
+
To celebrate being spotlighted on TV and releasing her new album, Brooke is giving-away an original song, “CALIFORNIA CHRISTMAS,” on iTunes, under a “FREE HOLIDAY DOWNLOAD” tab, starting Tuesday, December 4.
+
BROOKE WHITE will perform “Wonderful Christmastime” live (Eastern) during the nationally-televised first hour of tonight’s two-hour special broadcast. (It runs one hour in some markets, two hours in others. Check your local listings at http://www.nbc.com/specials.)
+
The beloved song, “Wonderful Christmastime,” written by PAUL McCARTNEY, is on BROOKE’s new album. There’s more at http://smarturl.it/whitechristmas and at www.brookewhite.com.
+
Her 11-song collection “White Christmas” includes holiday classics plus three original songs, “Christmas Card,” “California Christmas,” and “I Love Christmas.” After nationwide tours and TV and radio appearances for her previous album, “High Hopes & Heartbreak,” Brooke briefly took some time off from music to film her first movie, “Change of Plans,” which aired last year on TV. In addition to acting in the film, Brooke managed to write, record and perform three original songs in the movie that are included on its CD soundtrack. Then, shortly after the film’s debut, she gave birth to her first child in May, daughter London Ray. And you thought you were busy.
.
+=+
.
Wed, Nov 28, on TV:
9-11 pm “MOTOWN: BIG ITS AND MORE” (2012) is a compilation of performances by MARVIN GAYE, MARTHA & THE VANDELLAS, THE TEMPTATIONS, FOUR TOPSM SUPREMES, and MIRACLES. Repeats early Fri, 3:30-5:30 am. On KOCE, aka PBS SoCal.
.
+=+
.
Wed, Nov 28, on TV:
11-11:31 pm NEIL YOUNG is the guest on the “DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART,” discussing his new book, “Waging Heavy Peace.” We don’t know if he will do a song or two. On Comedy Central. Repeats Nov 29 at 1 am, 10 am, 7:29 pm.
.
+=+
.
Wed night / Thu AM, Nov 28 / 29, on TV:
Midnight-1 am JOE WALSH & FRIENDS, including SARA EVANS, KENNY CHESNEY, BRAD PAISLEY, HUNTER HAYES, LUKE RYAN, & BILLY GIBBONS, perform on a 2012 episode of “CMT CROSSROADS” on Palladia, cable and satellite.
.
+=+
.
Wed night / Thu AM, Nov 28 / 29, on TV:
1-2:30 am “OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II: DREAMS” (2012) profiles the lyricist-librettist (1895-1960) whose work includes ”Show Boat,” “Carousel,” and “South Pacific.” A 2012 production with lots of Broadway stars. (Repeats three times tonight, at 1, 2:30, and 4 am.) On KOCE, aka PBS SoCal.
.
+=+
.
Wed night / Thu AM, Nov 28 / 29, on TV:
2-4 am “LOU REED’S BERLIN” (2007) director JULIAN SCHNABEL captures the intensity of LOU REED’s “Berlin” album, a critical and commercial flop in 1973 that’s now a cult favorite. The film is based around a 2006 concert, augmented with strings, horns, and the BROOKLYN YOUTH CHORUS. On VHCRW.
. .
+=+
.
EARLY Thu, Nov 29, on TV:
4-6 am “THE VANISHING AMERICAN” (1925) is a silent movie (which of course means the sound is a carefully choreographed musical soundtrack) about a Native American who fights for his people’s rights in World War I. A very early treatment of the subject of civil rights in America. With Noah Beery and Richard Dix. On TCM.
.
+=+
.
EARLY Thu, Nov 29, on TV:
7-7:30 am “GUITAR MADE EASY” is an instructional series by RALPH PAUL. On Comedy Central.
. .
. .
. .
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.
3) Wednesday’s LIVE MUSIC in venues, listening and participatory, throughout Southern California
. .
.
Wed, Nov 28, in Century City:
2-4 pm “WEDNESDAY PLAY DATES IN CENTER COURT” at Westfield Century City Mall brings a variety, so check before you go: www.westfield.com/centurycity/news-and-events/playdates.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in Santa Barbara:
5:30 pm Weekly “THE GLENDESSARY JAM” of makers of old-time music meets every Wednesday outdoors in Alice Keck Park (summers) and indoors (winter) on Glendessary Lane, in Santa Barbara.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in Paso Robles:
6-8 pm Weekly “JAM SESSION” at Matt’s Music, 617 12th St, Paso Robles; 805-237-0054, or www.mattsmusicinpaso.com. Open jam, mostly bluegrass, some folk.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in South Pasadena:
6:30 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music. marvelous voice and multi-instrumental prowess to his twice-a-week (Wed & Sun) residency at Griffins of Kinsale, 1001 Mission St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-799-0926.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, 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.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in Venice:
6:30 pm “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee House, 1411 Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in L.A.:
7-8 pm “HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING” with BARRY MANILOW, OZOMATLI, CODY SIMPSON, and other special guests, at Nokia Plaza L.A. LIVE, 777 Chick Hearn Ct, downtown L.A. 90015.
+
Go there or watch it on TV, on KNBC Channel 4 in L.A.
+
It’s a musical Holiday celebration benefiting AEG's “Season of Giving,” an initiative designed to raise funds and generate awareness for non-profit organizations supporting hunger, homelessness and healthcare issues. It’s free to attend.
+
Go early or stay late for the ice rink, “L.A. KINGS HOLIDAY ON ICE,” which, despite the absence of pro hockey this season, offers two sessions daily. (From Nov 24-Dec 16, the session times are Mon-Fri, 5-7:30 pm and 8-11:30 pm; Sat-Sun, 3-7:30 pm and 8-11:30 pm. From Dec 17-Jan 2, sessions are 3-7:30 pm and 8-11:30 pm). General admission includes skate rental and is $13 per person. (Don’t confuse this outdoor rink with the other one, at Pershing Square. Yep, L.A. has TWO outdoor ice rinks this winter!)
+
Free event.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in South Pasadena:
7-9 pm weekly “WINE & SONG” series always brings a strong lineup of recording artists playing acoustic, including performing host BRAD COLERICK, at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena; 626-441-2443; www.eatatfirefly.com.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in Lompoc:
7-9 pm twice-monthly “WEDNESDAY EVENING JAM” at Southside Coffee Co., 105 South H St, Lompoc; info, call Bill at 805-736-8241. Runs 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, every month.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in VC (Simi):
7:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” in, interestingly enough, Simi Valley. Location and info, www.songmakers.org.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in Altadena, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “TRIPPIN’ THE 60’s, ” with BARRY McGUIRE and JOHN YORK, 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 by the Guide's editor, writing in FolkWorks, as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue”).
+
Barry McGuire stepped into the public eye in 1963 on the Andy Williams Show as the gravelly voiced lead singer of the New Christy Minstrels. He launched his musical career with the million-sellers "Green, Green" and "Green Back Dollar."
+
In 1965, at the heart of the peace movement, McGuire went solo. His growing awareness of social hypocrisy was expressed in his third hit "Eve of Destruction" which echoed around the world as an anthem of the times. Three years later, Barry was cast as the male lead in the original Broadway production of the musical "Hair." Once again his voice was heard proclaiming the ideals of a radical generation. Dick Clark says, “When world events collide with “Rock&Roll” you get Barry McGuire”. Just got a big award at Far West for his gigantic show of music and wit.
+
Currently working with Barry McGuire in "Trippin' The Sixties," John York is best known for his work as a member of the world-renowned Folk Rock/Country Rock group, the Byrds. His vocal and instrumental talents have kept him in the company of such musical luminaries as Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, Clarence White, Nicky Hopkins, Mac Rebenack (Dr. John, ) Doug Sahm (The Sir Douglas Quintet, ) The Mamas and Papas, Johnny Rivers, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Rick Danko and Richard Manuel (The Band)……and many others. The TV show “The Place Where I Am Dreaming” featured John’s artistic collaboration with his wife, artist Sumi Foley. Recently, John has composed and recorded music for the lyrics of Kim Fowley on "West Coast Revelation." The duet "Redneck Ninja" highlights John's creative partnership with acclaimed songwriter Patrick Brayer. In 2007, John played concerts in Japan for the third time.
+
Two-night run, Nov 27 & 28. Tix, $20, either night.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, near LAX :
8 pm Weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at the Melody Bar & Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8:30 pm An ALT COUNTRY / COUNTRY / AMERICANA band plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in SFV (Studio City):
Time tbd LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, either Music or Comedy Night, sometimes Irish music, at Maeve's Residuals Irish Cocktail Bar, 11042 Ventura Bl, Studio City 91604. Check their schedule at www.maevesresiduals.com.
.
~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
.
Wed, Nov 28, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
9 pm Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985.
. .
. .
. .
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.
.
LOTS MORE COMING UP… ONE THING WON’T WAIT…
.
NEWS ITEM and INVITATION to take part…
.
Sun, Dec 2, in SFV:
4-7:30 pm 31st Annual “LOS ANGELES HOLIDAY CAROLING FESTIVITIES” include many music luminaries, and invite YOU to take part. Activities are very structured and scheduled at five senior care centers with performances from 4 to 7:30 pm.
+
It’s a “modular schedule” that allows you to “arrive / depart at your discretion.” All venues are located close together in the West San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, and this event is part of “a nationwide initiative to promote the overall theme of brining happiness and / or enlightenment to the elderly, care-givers, and participants during the holiday season,” says series founder VINCENT LEINEN.
+
Immediately following the caroling, participants are invited to socialize and dine at HomeTown Buffet Restaurant in Canoga Park, from 7:30-9:30 pm.
+
Vincent says, “The holiday season can be a very challenging time for our friends in senior care centers. Statistics show that, while for many people it’s the most enjoyable time of year, this can be the opposite for seniors residing in care centers because they long to be at their own home and suffer from blues, depression, and even commit suicide. The music, love, compassion, and energy provided by the participants can provide our senior friends much needed mental and spiritual healing power and growth to address this situation.”
+
Here’s a sample of the celebrity musician lineup (the folks you’ll sing and / or perform with; there’s a more complete list on the event’s website): CARL VERHEYEN, world-acclaimed guitarist of SUPERTRAMP; ALAN O’DAY, pop singer who recorded the #1 hit “Undercover Angel;” CHRIS ROSS, big-time drummer who performed and / or recorded with many top artist, including KENNY LOGGINS, JOE COCKER, LISA HALEY, and THREE DOG NIGHT; ALEX DEL ZOPPO & FRED HERRERA, band members of SWEETWATER, the band that opened the original Woodstock, and subject of the VH1 movie “Sweetwater: A True Rock Story;” DON PEAK, Musicians Hall of Fame member, guitarist with MARVIN GAYE, EVERLY BROTHERS, RAY CHARLES, JACKSON 5; KEVIN JONES, keyboard player for OZZY OSBOURNE; LISA HALEY, fiddle player and 2008 Grammy nominee in the “Best Zydeco or Cajun Album” category, and she’s performed with BRIAN SETZER, RANDY NEWMAN, and LYLE LOVETT; MIKE PINERA, guitarist for legendary rock groups ALICE COOPER BAND (“Schools Out,” “I’m Eighteen”), BLUES IMAGE (“Ride Captain Ride,” “Pay”), IRON BUTTERFLY (“In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida”); PATRICK WASKIELIS, drummer for HAMILTON, JOE FRANK & REYNOLDS, which performed Billboard #1 single “Fallin’ In Love;” PRESCOTT NILES, bassist of THE KNACK, performed #1 hit “My Sharona.”
+
Plus, there are non-musicians who lend their voices, including ERIC GARCETTI, Member of the Los Angeles City Council representing the 13th District, served as Council President from 2006 to 2012; TREY CARLISLE, actor who portrays “Earl Jr.,” Earl’s younger son on TV’s “My Name is Earl.”
+
Contact Vincent ASAP, and if pertinent, provide authorization to use your name on the invitation, website, press release etc. Disregard that if your status and / or authorization is confirmed. More, including the addresses, complete schedule, and contact info, at www.HolidayMusicMakingADifference.com and / or call Vincent at 818-342-9336.
. .
. .
. .
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.
The ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC GUIDE loads immediately on mobile devices, or you can peruse the bigger site. Since it’s chronological by date and time, the Guide really is easy to use! (That’s got to be part of the reason why we recently passed 175,000 page views this year -- so far!)
.
Direct-to-the-current-edition /
MOBILE-DEVICE-FRIENDLY edition loads quickly at
www.acousticamericana.blogspot.com .
.
FULL WEB EDITION with additional features is at
www.acousticmusic.net .
.
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.
CONTACT US / Questions / Comments / SUBSCRIBE to our notices, etc., all at
.
tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com
. .
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
Contents copyright © 2012,
Lawrence Wines & Tied to the Tracks.
All rights reserved.
<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>-<^>
.