LIVE MUSIC EVENTS: March on the lamb, April’s arrival, the Music plays on, into 2013

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Check the LATE ADDITIONS, just below the short opening items.

Here’s the latest:

• With all the sabre-rattling in stark contrast to the message of Easter, we received a comment (March 30) from a reader calling himself "Pete for Peace." As he points-out, it's beginning to feel like deju vu all over again. You can read it, and more, and we encourage you to do that, and to add your own. Thanks to Pete, and to all, for your reader comments to our SPECIAL: “Ten-Year Anniversary of the Iraq War, and an Ignored Caution, Before it Happened.” Larry Wines, a working journalist and columnist in 2002, was among the very few in media who warned against the rush to war. The Guide reprinted his original, full-page piece, as published in newspapers six months before the US invaded Iraq. (It’s available, with your readers' comments, in the sidebar at left, or at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2013/03/ten-year-anniversary-of-iraq-war-and.html)

• The Guide’s TUNEFUL TEEVEE is on hiatus. We didn’t have the extra seven hours this week.

• Now, on to The Guide’s presentation of LIVE MUSIC EVENTS...
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Wed, Apr 3, in Torrance:
5:30-8 pm RENEE & KIRK play the Buffalo Fire Department, 1261 Cabrillo Av, Torrance 90501; 310-320-2332. It's Renee of ANDY & RENEE and HARD RAIN, returning with temporary music partner Kirk for a second and final week at this venue.
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Thu, Apr 4, in Hollywood:
9 pm LYNDA KAY, THE BLUE HAWAIIANS, and SONS OF MIDNIGHT from Australia, play the monthly Coffin Case series at Three Clubs, 1123 Vine St, Hollywood 90038 (cross street is Santa Monica Bl.)
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Lynda Kay at 9 pm sharp, The Blue Hawaiians at 10 pm, Sons of Midnight (from Australia!) at 11 pm. Doors at 8. Get there early, it gets packed. No cover, free parking, and both those freebies are a rarity in Hollywood.
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Fri, Apr 5, in Culver City:
9 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., plus RICK SHEA opening and sitting in, at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; www.thecinemabar.com. No cover, bring $ for musicians' tip jar.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Palmdale:
7:30ish pm Singer-songwriter MELANIE DEVANEY brings music that's been described like "an organic picnic in a city park," a combination of folk-rock, Americana and pop, dashed with a little cosmopolitan flair; followed by REVOLT WITH REASON's bratty indie rock, "a fast-food drive thru lane, full of 'We'll eat it in the car cos we got places to go, man,'and 'Dude, can I have some fries?'" at Butler's Coffee in Palmdale. No cover.

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Tue, Apr 2, in L.A.:
9 pm FAY WOLF, that talented singer-songwriter with TV credits, plus RICHARD WALTERS, at Room 5, 143 N La Brea Av, L.A. 90036. $10 cover, venue is 21+.. Richard Walters at 9, Fay at 10 pm. Advance tix, www.bit.ly/13CqDPi. More at www.faywolfmusic.com.
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On to the full edition, with events still ahead, as originally published ...
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Friday, March 29
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Friday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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Fri, Mar 29, in Tehachapi:
6-8 pm “APPLE SHED LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC,” a Friday and Saturday night series at the Apple Shed, 333 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-8333.
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They have a regular schedule of performers:
1st Friday - WILL JAMES - Celtic, Americana, gospel, & folk
1st Saturday - JO STONE - piano music
2nd Friday - THE GEEZERS - folk music
2nd Saturday - ART LARSON - clarinet
3rd Friday – “Country Music night” (was the late Cowboy / Western artist TONY VICE)
3rd Saturday - MOUNTAIN PASS - oldies
4th Friday - MAX VALENTINO - acoustic guitar
4th Saturday - PAT STRONG – country / ballads music
5th Saturday - CRAIG SHAW
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Check their website for the latest, www.appleshedonline.com .
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Fri, Mar 29, in Long Beach:
6:30-7:30 pm AJ GIBBS plays his weekly Cajun-zydeco “Mr. 1 Man Show” at Shear Rhythm Dance, 4126 Viking Way, Suite #220, Long Beach. Info,562-528-6626. Time and date subject to change, because he tours all over de place.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Tehachapi:
7 pm Guitar virtuoso CLAUDE BOURBON brings his “medieval and Spanish blues” to Fiddler's Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-9994.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Santa Barbara:
7 pm TOM NEILSON plays the Santa Barbara Main Public Library’s Faulkner Gallery, 40 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara 93101; info, Vlhamilton1@cox.net.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Tehachapi:
Time tba “LIVE MUSIC AT LA BELLE AMORE,” a Friday and Saturday series at La Belle Amore Italian Bistro, 209 S Green St, Tehachapi; 661-822-7419. Recommended by locals who tell the Guide, “Great live music can be heard” at this Italian Bistro, located next to the Hitching Post Theater.
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Here’s the usual monthly schedule:
STEVE HEPNER & LAUREN ALEXANDER - 1st Friday
TERRY ASHER & FRIENDS - 1st Saturday
THE GEEZERS - folk music - 2nd & 5th Saturday
CRAIG SHAW - 2nd & 4th Friday
PETER CUTLER & DEBBY HAND as a folk duo - 3rd Friday
MARIA & CHARLY “folk & more” duo of CHARLY WALLMO & MARIA WEIR WERTH - 3rd Sat
DAVE OGDEN, Celtic fingerstyle guitar - 4th Saturday
GARY MAZOLLA - 5th Friday
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Fri, Mar 29, in Topanga:
7 pm MURPHY'S FLAW brings their monthly bluegrass residency to Froggy's Topanga Fish Market, 1105 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Redondo Beach:
CANCELLED TONIGHT: 7-10 pm ANDY & RENEE of the Dylan tribute band HARD RAIN play their weekly residency with originals and folk-rock classics at Delzano's By The Sea, 179 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach 90277; 310-374-7525.
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ANDY & RENEE are Finalists in the “International Acoustic Music Awards” for “Best Duo/Group” for their original song, "Dream It All Away." More at www.inacoustic.com/winners.html .
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Fri, Mar 29, in SFV (Northridge):
7-10 pm Weekly “FRIDAY ACOUSTIC SHOWCASE” with a full lineup of recording artists and performing host BRYAN CHAN, at Pho-King Delicious, 9350 Corbin Av, Northridge 91324. Venue offers a variety of noodle dishes, home-made curries, spring rolls, soups and bbq ribs, and pho. No cover.
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Fri, Mar 29, in L.A.:
7 pm “FRIDAY NIGHT BLUEGRASS JAM” at the Coffee Connection, 3838 Centinela Av, Los Angeles 90066; 310-391-1380.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Altadena:
7:30 pm HANNEKE CASSEL TRIO with cellist RUSHAD EGGLESTON and guitarist CHRISTOPHER LEWIS plays a house concert in Altadena. Reservations get directions at 310-845-9118 or email gsmashey@buffaloheadproductions.com.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LEE KOCH plays a CD release show at Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Fri, Mar 29, Musical Stage Play, in Santa Monica:
8 pm “PARADISE,” a “Divine Bluegrass Musical Comedy” with CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD #7, continues at Ruskin Group Theatre Company, 3000 Airport Av, Santa Monica 90405; 310-397-3244; info@ruskingrouptheatre.com.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Santa Monica:
8 pm THE AMERICANS plus opening act THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. THE AMERICANS have played the DAVID LETTERMAN show and are freshly back from the second of two national tours. The lineup features ZAC SOKOLOW. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Ventura:
8 pm DOUG MacLEOD & DENNY CROY bring some of Southern Cal’s best acoustic blues to Yolie's Fresh Mexican Grill, 138 E Main St, Ventura 93001; 805-652-0338. DOUG MacLEOD is endorsed by National Steel Guitar and he tours nationally. He’s also a fine performing songwriter and Louisiana blues vocalist. DENNY CROY is a fine sideman on upright bass. This’ll be a great evening.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Altadena:
CANCELLED: 8 pm JOEY CICCONE at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; Reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236.
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New York's own JOEY CICCONE was discovered and toured for several years with the legendary MILES DAVIS and signed with Expansion Records and Vitasia 22 Productions. He has established himself as an ambitious and polished performer, devoted to his love of entertaining, with his original and classy blend of contemporary styles and light jazz, with a touch of nostalgia. Over the years Joey performed all the the states, commercials, film, TV and stage. Joey Ciccone’s talents extend far beyond music, and he has received credits in numerous feature film; television; commercial ads; stage plays and more. His film credits include a feature part in the film “American Yakuza”, as well as roles in “Heat”, “Casino”, “Crying 4 U”,“Rocky VI”, and most recently “Mission Impossible III.” His television successes include roles on “The Practice,” “The Guardian,” and “CSI,” plus a nationally distributed Michelob commercial. Joey’s stage work includes the now closed Off-Broadway show at “Rio in Vegas.”
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Debbie Beyer of the Pasadena Weekly writes, “Joey Ciccone, dark and handsome and every bit as Italian as the name sounds, perched on a stool with an acoustic guitar and crooned tunes from every decade in his smooth, mega-decibel voice...”
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Chick Severino of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch adds, “Of all the great entertainers in the Biggest Italian Festival in America, The 4 Aces, The 4 Lads, Tony Bennett, Julio Iglesias, one stands out. He is Joey Ciccone, young singer and part time movie star.”
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“Bob's Beat” in L.A. Jazz Scene, Issue #142, says, “He has a smooth and controlled voice and he knows when to use vibrato in the right manner. One of his favorites is Bobby Darin, and I hear influences of Sinatra, Wayne Newton, and even Elvis...”
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Fri, Mar 29, in San Pedro:
8 pm “B. NOEL BARR PRESENTS ‘LAST FRIDAY NIGHT BLUES’” with the Chicago blues and soul music of DAVE WIDOW & THE LINEUP, plus an opening set by SEAN LANE, at 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. Plenty of free parking.
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Fri, Mar 29, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm A NATIONALLY-TOURING BLUES HEADLINER, plus the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND opening, plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Venue serves dinner with generous portions, has full bar and nightly specials. Take earplugs. Seriously. Advance tix on their website; higher at the door, but always very affordable.
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Fri, Mar 29, in SGV (Monrovia):
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the acoustic KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – featuring dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Ventura:
8:30 pm “POLYNESIAN REVUE” at Hong Kong Inn, 435 E Thompson Bl, Ventura; www.hongkonginn.com; 805-648-3161. Runs Friday & Saturday nights.
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Fri, Mar 29, in SFV (Van Nuys):
9 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music, marvelous voice and multi-instrumental prowess to Ireland’s 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys 91401; 818-785-4031.
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Fri, Mar 29, in SFV (Chatsworth):
9 pm An ALT-COUNTRY / TRAD COUNTRY / AMERICANA band plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover.
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Fri, Mar 29, in OC (Huntington Beach):
9 pm “LIVE BAND, NO COVER” at Gallagher's Irish Pub, 300 Walnut (parallel to PCH. 1 block inland), Huntington Beach; 714-536-2422; www.gallagherspub.com. Venue is “an authentic Irish Pub [with] fantastic food and libations, proper pours on Guinness, nice ambiance and friendly dedicated staff.”
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Fri, Mar 29, in Santa Monica:
9 pm “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310-449-1811. They boast “40 taps of great beer and cider, a nice wine selection and now a full bar.” Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and sometimes it’s traditional Irish music. But be careful when you go, because they do Karaoke (aka the death of vocal music) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting about 9 pm. Check their website to see who and what they’re booking, at www.sonnymcleans.com.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Long Beach:
10 pm IRISH MUSIC at The Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine St, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com. In addition to the music, Fridays are “FISH FRY FRIDAYS,” with all-you-can-eat Fish & Chips for $9 per person.
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Saturday, March 30
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Saturday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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Sat, Mar 30, in Altadena:
3 pm KEN O'MALLEY: "EASTER RISING: THE SONGS AND STORIES OF IRELAND'S REBELLION OF EASTER 1916," is a special-themed matinee show, with O’Malley bringing his authentic and original Irish music, marvelous voice and multi-instrumental prowess, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, , 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; Reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236.
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The rebellion of Easter 1916 in Dublin was a major turning point in the fight for Irish independence. In this solo show, Ken O'Malley will share the powerful story of this fascinating event through the music that recalls this turbulent time. This is an intimate solo concert performance in a comfortable show room with an excellent sound system.

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Sat, Mar 30, in Pasadena:
6:30-9:30 pm MARK “POCKET” GOLDBERG, DEBRA DOBKIN, ED TREE & NICK KIRGO bring “a night o' heart-felt, bluesy, soulfull, mostly original music” at Big Mama's Rib Shack, 1453 N Lake Av, Pasadena 91104; 626-797-1792. No cover.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Lakewood:
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, Mar 30, in Altadena:
7 pm PHIL CHRISTIE, renowned Canadian singer-songwriter, with special guests MICHAEL VALENTINE and the dynamic and youthful duo SHELBY & TIEG, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; Reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236. Phil always plays an “Earth Day” show at the venue; this year, he arrives earlier. Tix, $18.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Pasadena:
7 pm DEBORAH ROBINS and LARRY HANKS play the “Cameron's House Concert Series” in Pasadena. Reservations get directions from Barbara Cameron at brichercam@sbcglobal.net.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LAINEY TAYLOR & ANGELA DE AUGUSTINE, plus BROTHER SAL & THE TEXAS 3, at Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm THE GRATEFUL DUDES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350.
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Sat, Mar 30, in T.O.:
Time tba SISTERS EASTER CHATECHISM brings very funny comedy at Countrywide Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks; www.CivicArtsPlaza.com; 805-449-ARTS (2787).
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Sat, Mar 30; runs Sat, Mar 9 through Sat, Mar 30, in downtown L.A.:
Closing night: L.A. OPERA PRESENTS: “THE FLYING DUTCHMAN” at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Conducted by JAMES CONLON, one of the foremost Wagner interpreters of our time, and starring TOMAS TOMASSON, ELISABETE MATOS and COREY BIX. The legend of the ghostly ship condemned to wander the oceans forever has fascinated opera lovers for hundreds of years -- and more recently, movie lovers. An enthralling score, illuminated by striking stage imagery, powers a thrilling journey into an unsettling, mythic world where a tormented spirit seeks true love as his redemption.
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Conlon leads a world-class cast in a mesmerizing production, new to Los Angeles, staged by the brilliant NIKOLAUS LEHNHOFF. Production from Lyric Opera of Chicago and San Francisco Opera.
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Best seats and pricing available for the Mar 9, Mar 17, and Mar 27 performances. Tix at www.laopera.com/season/Season-at-a-Glance/The-Flying-Dutchman.
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Sat, Mar 30, in OC (Anaheim):
Time tba Guitarist JESSE COOK plays the City National Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Av, Anaheim; 714-712-2700; www.thegroveofanaheim.com.
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Sat, Mar 30, in San Pedro:
8 pm A dynamite double-bill evening of Celtic fiddle with THE SWEET SET plus ASHLEY BRODER & SAMANTHA HARVEY, and the Lyons Academy of Irish Dance, at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-6362.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH TUMBLEWEED ROB & THE SOUTHWEST JUNCTION” at the “OUTWEST CONCERT SERIES” at Out West Western Boutique & Cultural Center, 24265 Main St (aka San Fernando Rd on older maps), Newhall 91321; www.scvoutwest.com; reservations (limited seating), 661-255-7087.
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ROB WOLFSKILL, leader of the late, great, multi-award-winning TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS, has a new group and a new solo album, released March 1. Tonight includes a belated but official CD RELEASE SHOW for that album, “A FORK IN THE ROAD.”
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“Rob Wolfskill is one of the most talented entertainers to break into the Western Music scene in this decade! [He] is a huge talent, and if you have marveled at his past works wait ‘til you hear what he is up to now!” -- Juni Fisher, WMA Entertainer of the Year.
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The evening will be complete with attendees receiving a signed copy of the new CD along with a live performance of the album by Rob and his new band, THE SOUTHWEST JUNCTION, whose members are DAN DUNGAN on bass and JESSE OLEMA on fiddle, plus new member CRAIG FERGUSON on guitar.
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“A Fork in the Road” is a multi-genre effort combining elements of Americana, Roots, Country, Western and Pop. The songs featured on A Fork in the Road include the title track, Fork in the Road, a song initially written by Rob for good friend and ex-band mate, R.J. Mills upon his departure from The Tumbling Tumbleweeds and from California. The song has since become an interesting foreshadowing of the disbandment of THE TUMBLING TUMBLEWEEDS and Rob’s farewell to that chapter in his life. Other songs written by Rob are “When You Look At Me,” a bouncy, “heart-breaky honky-tonk shuffle;” “Ida Lou/Ida Lee,” a heartrendering cowboy waltz with a powerful story; “Life in Kid World,” a very contemporary ballad about the light and dark side of childhood; and, “It Might As Well Be You,” another contemporary acoustic pop song about mustering the courage to step out from the shadows and follow your calling. Other songs featured on the album are “Dixie Lily” and “Roy Rogers,” both written by ELTON JOHN and BERNIE TAUPIN, plus Rob’s, western ballad version of “Home Again” by CAROLE KING; ROBERT CASTLEMAN’s “The Lucky One;” and, JOYCE WOODSON’s, “I Don’t Want to be a Cowboy Anymore.”
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The evening will be complete with attendees receiving a signed copy of the new CD along with a live performance of the album by Rob and his new band, THE SOUTHWEST JUNCTION, whose members are DAN DUNGAN on bass and JESSE OLEMA on fiddle, plus new member CRAIG FERGUSON on guitar.
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Presented by SCVTV, the WMA California Chapter, and OutWest. Apart from the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, this concert series has become the most prolific presenter of western music in recent years. Upcoming OutWest Concerts are:
• April 19, “An Evening of POETRY, STORYTELLING, & LIVE MUSIC”
• May 18, “An Evening with JASON "BUCK" CORBETT & FRIENDS”
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More on the “Live Music” tab at www.scvoutwest.com, including info on upcoming and past “SCVTV Concerts.”
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Doors at 7:30 pm for the best seats, concert at 8 pm. Light refreshments included. Reservations, call 661-255-7087 or email scvoutwest@gmail.com.
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Tix are a “suggested donation” of $15, or $20 includes show and signed copy of the CD.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm VAN DYKE PARKS with INARA GEORGE, plus special guest TOM McDERMOTT, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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VAN DYKE PARKS, a remarkable musician, composer, arranger, and producer, is probably best known for his collaborations with BRIAN WILSON and THE BEACH BOYS, including the famed SMiLE album. Van Dyke has worked with such artists as U2, THE BYRDS, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT, HARRY NILSSON, RY COODER, BONNIE RAITT, FRANK ZAPPA, and RINGO STARR. He is also an extraordinary solo artist who has released seven acclaimed solo albums.
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Tix, $22.50.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CRAICMORE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Culver City:
8 pm DOUG MacLEOD & DENNY CROY bring some of Southern Cal’s best acoustic blues to Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583. DOUG MacLEOD is endorsed by National Steel Guitar and he tours nationally. He’s also a fine performing songwriter and Louisiana blues vocalist. DENNY CROY is a fine sideman on upright bass. This’ll be a great evening.
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Sat, Mar 30, Musical Stage Play, in Santa Monica:
8 pm “PARADISE,” a “Divine Bluegrass Musical Comedy” with CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD #7, continues at Ruskin Group Theatre Company, 3000 Airport Av, Santa Monica 90405; 310-397-3244; info@ruskingrouptheatre.com.
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Sat, Mar 30, in San Pedro:
8 pm RON ESCHETE & HOWARD ALDEN DUET at 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. Plenty of free parking. ESCHETE, pronounced ESH-tay, is a master of the seven-string guitar, playing bebop, ballads, and blues. ALDEN is a Concord Jazz recording artist.
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Sat, Mar 30, in SFV (Studio City):
8 pm SONGMAKERS fifth-Saturday-when-there-is-one “TAKE THE FIFTH HOOT” in Studio City. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Mar 30, in L.A.:
8:30 pm THE LAST BISON plays The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, Los Angeles 90035; 323-954-9630.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Long Beach:
9 pm A full lineup of rollickin’ traditional and new-fangled old-time music with TRIPLE CHICKEN FOOT, POSSESSED BY PAUL JAMES, RESTAVRANT, and PUSHIN ROPE, at Alex's Bar, 2913 E Anaheim St. Long Beach 90804; 562-434-8292.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Santa Monica:
10 pm VAN DYKE PARKS with INARA GEORGE, plus special guest TOM McDERMOTT, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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VAN DYKE PARKS, a remarkable musician, composer, arranger, and producer, is probably best known for his collaborations with BRIAN WILSON and THE BEACH BOYS, including the famed SMiLE album. Van Dyke has worked with such artists as U2, THE BYRDS, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT, HARRY NILSSON, RY COODER, BONNIE RAITT, FRANK ZAPPA, and RINGO STARR. He is also an extraordinary solo artist who has released seven acclaimed solo albums.
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Two performances tonight, at 8 & 10 pm. Tix, either show, $22.50.
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Sunday, March 31
HAPPY EASTER
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Sunday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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Sun, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, in Santa Monica:
11 am “MATINEE KIDS' SHOW” with GROOVY DAVID at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $8; kids under age 2 get in free.
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Sun, Mar 31, in South Pasadena:
11 am BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER plays his weekly blues brunch at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443.
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Sun, Mar 31, in Malibu:
12:30-3:30 pm THE BLIND BLAKES with Celtic fiddler CHRIS MURPHY and MARIAN TOMAS GRIFFIN (both of THE BRACKEN BAND) play Calamigos Ranch, 327 Latigo Canyon Rd, Malibu 90265; 818-540-2400. No cover, all ages.
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THE BLIND BLAKES are “An eclectic mixture of retro style originals: gypsy, jazz, Irish, bluegrass, world music, and much more.”
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CHRIS MURPHY says, “After playing Irish music together for many years as THE BRACKEN BAND, my good friend MARIAN TOMAS GRIFFIN and I released our first album, ‘The Day Before the Fair.’ We've arranged a dynamic 12-song collection of classic folk tunes, jigs and reels, rebel songs and a lone drinking song.” Info at www.chrismurphymusic.com.
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Sun, Mar 31, in San Diego:
1 pm BAYOU BROTHERS bring their Cajun & zydeco music to Seaport Village, 809 W Harbor Dr, San Diego 92101; 619-235-4014.
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Sun, Mar 31, in Santa Monica:
5-8 pm THE BRACKEN BAND brings traditional and contemporary Irish, Celtic, folk and originals featuring CHRIS MURPHY on the fiddle and MARIAN THOMAS GRIFFIN on guitar and vocals, at Finn McCool's Irish Pub, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734. No co.ver, all ages.
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Sun, Mar 31, in Santa Monica:
5:30-8 pm THE DEVIL'S BOX brings “Bluegrass tunes featuring the fiddle, bass, guitar, mandolin, and percussion” to the Basement Tavern, 2640 Main St, Santa Monica 310-396-2469.
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Sun, Mar 31, in Claremont:
6:30 pm Monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont 91711; 909-624-2928.
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Sun, Mar 31, in Culver City:
9 pm THE GET DOWN BOYS play their residency at Bigfoot West, 10139 Venice Bl, Culver City 90034.
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Sun, Mar 31, in Santa Monica:
11 pm Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase closes-out the weekend’s music scene at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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Monday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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Mon, Apr 1, in VC (Camarillo):
6:30 pm Monthly “SONG CIRCLE” welcomes all who want to sing, at Atria Los Posas Senior Residence in Camarillo. Info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Mon, Apr 1, Film Screening, in L.A.:
7:30 pm WHAT HAPPENED TO NAPSTER is explored in “REEL TO REEL:DOWNLOADED” at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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In 1998, Shawn Fanning, a teenage hacker and computer programmer, created the code that would become the basis for all peer-to-peer file sharing. Shortly after, Fanning and his business partner, fellow teenager Sean Parker, launched the file-sharing service Napster. What had begun as a largely unknown underground network soon erupted into a full-blown global revolution. Downloaded explores this revolution from its genesis to its peak. It's about the music and the bands, the fans and the moguls and the young tech mavericks that ignited the biggest youth revolt since Alan Freed hit the radio. Please join us for a special screening of the film, followed by discussion and panel, moderated by President of The GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares Scott Goldman. Panelists include the film’s director, Alex Winter, and musician/film participant Henry Rollins, and Jordan Berliant, Partner & International Music Manager at The Collective.
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Doors at 7 pm. All proceeds benefit The GRAMMY Museum. Admission $10.
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Mon, Apr 1, in Ventura:
7:30 pm HELIGOATS, ROCKY GUNDERSON & SHELBY FIGUEROA at Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Mon, Apr 1, in SFV (Burbank):
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has good Mexican food, full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl. No cover.
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Mon, Apr 1, in SFV (NoHo):
7:30 pm Weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Officially, it’s “no cover,” but venue expects a donation. If you can’t go, you may be able to watch online, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Apr 1, in Culver City:
7:30 pm “NEW WESTSIDE BLUEGRASS JAM” at Industry Café & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232.
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Mon, Apr 1, in Ventura:
7:30 pm “ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC” at Zoey’s Café, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura 93001, Ventura; info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Mon, Apr 1, in Hollywood:
8 pm THE MINERS play Bardot, 1737 Vine St, Hollywood 90028; 323-462-1307.
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Mon, Apr 1, in Burbank:
8 pm An AMERICANA / ALT COUNTRY / HONKY TONK band plays Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-845-2425.
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Mon, Apr 1, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm weekly “TALENT CONTEST” with CHAD WATSON, who also performs, at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. This long-running contest for country / alt country / honky-tonk musicians has great prizes and has opened doors for many of its winners. Plus, the place and this event are always fun. Preceded by free two step dance lessons for beginners and intermediate levels with Ed at 7 pm. No cover.
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Mon, Apr 1, in SFV (NoHo):
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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Tue, Apr 2, in T.O.:
6 pm “THOUSAND OAKS SONG CIRCLE” at the Greenhouse Café, 652 Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91360.
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Tue, Apr 2, in SGV (Arcadia):
7 pm Weekly “SONGWRITER SERENADE” with performing host JC HYKE and a lineup of recording artists / singer-songwriters, all playing acoustic, on the heated patio at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006.
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Tue, Apr 2, in Signal Hill:
7 pm Weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Apr 2, in San Diego Co (Escondido):
7 pm Monthly “NORTH COUNTY BLUEGRASS & FOLK CLUB JAM” at Round Table Pizza, 1161 E Washington Av (at Ash), Escondido 92025.
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Tue, Apr 2, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “MIXING IT UP: [IDENTITY AND MUSIC] INNOVATION” featuring KINA GRANNIS, JUSTIN NOZUKA, and GOW, is a FREE program in the “USC Visions & Voices” series at Bovard Auditorium, on the USC Campus in University Park, L.A.
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Admission is free and open to everyone. Reservations are required.
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Crossing boundaries, taking risks, making music and redefining identity, “Mixing It Up,” showcases a broad range of talent from mixed-race artists in an exciting evening of cultural and artistic performance. Musical performances from popular YouTube artist and USC alum Kina Grannis, Japanese-Canadian singer-songwriter Justin Nozuka, and Gow, from the Japan-based group Genez, will be woven with interactive conversations and stories from the artists about their cultural roots and mixed identity, experimentation with innovative technology and music-making outlets and the risks and challenges they have faced in building their careers in inventive, groundbreaking ways. Organized by Duncan Williams of USC’s Religion and Center for Japanese Religions and Culture and Velina Hasu Houston of USC Dramatic Arts, and co-sponsored by the USC Program Board Special Events Committee. More info, and make your FREE reservation, at http://web-app.usc.edu/ws/eo2/calendar/113/event/897868.
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Mon, Apr 2, in Santa Barbara:
Time tba Guitarist JESSE COOK plays the Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara; 805-963-0761; www.lobero.com.
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Tue, Apr 2, in L.A.:
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH HOWARD KAYLAN” is a performance-interview at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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If Howard Kaylan had sung only one song, the TURTLES’ 1967 number-one smash hit “Happy Together,” his place in rock-and-roll history would still be secure. But that recording, named by BMI as one of the top 50 songs of the 20th century, with more than 5 million radio plays, is only the tip of a most remarkable iceberg. Most artists would have been happy for the five-year success that the Turtles enjoyed, but for Kaylan, that run at the top of the charts was only the beginning. After the TURTLES broke up in 1970, Kaylan, along with career-long partner MARK VOLMAN, surprised the rock world by joining FRANK ZAPPA’s group the MOTHERS OF INVENTION. Overnight, Howard’s squeaky-clean image as an AM radio hitmaker was turned inside out.
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Hosted by GRAMMY Museum Executive Director Bob Santelli, hear Kaylan talk about his place at the vortex of rock culture since the heady 1960s, how he remains immersed in that culture today and his memoir, “Shell Shocked: My Life with the Turtles, Flo and Eddie, and Frank Zappa, etc.” Written with music journalist JEFF TAMARKIN, “Shell Shocked” will stand alone as not only one of the best-told music-biz memoirs, but as a candid and unmatchable story of rock-and-roll insanity and success from a man who glories in it all. After the discussion, Kaylan with take audience questions, perform a stripped-down acoustic set, and sign copies of his book.
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Tue, Apr 2, in OC (Laguna Beach):
8-11 pm Weekly “SONGWRITER'S SHOWCASE” with performing host BETH FITCHET WOOD, and a lineup of performing songwriters and some recording artists “with many different musical talents” at the Marine Room, 214 Ocean Av, Laguna Beach.
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Western music award winner JOYCE WOODSON, who played there recently, says, “Some have a great deal of professional experience and some are working up to that. Beth plays a 45 minute set first, (because she can) and then there are 3 or 4 other acts who do short sets. It's a very intimate setting, and all experiment with their new stuff. The audience is of the highest quality and the performers love playing for them.” No cover.
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Tue, Apr 2, in SFV (Toluca Lake):
8 pm Weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Timmy Nolan's Tavern & Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.
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Tue, Apr 2, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm An AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free dance lessons at 7 pm. No cover.
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Tue, Apr 2, in SFV (Burbank):
8 pm “AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK” music on two separate stages at 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 (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons). Two stages, one in the Front Room is always no cover, the other, the Riverside Rancho stage, may charge cover. Venue has full bar, serves good Mexican food, all ages.
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Tue, Apr 2, in Santa Monica:
9 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music to Finn McCool’s, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-452-1734.
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Tue, Apr 2, in Santa Monica:
9 pm “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310-449-1811. They boast “40 taps of great beer and cider, a nice wine selection and now a full bar.” Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and sometimes it’s traditional Irish music. But be careful when you go, because they do Karaoke (aka the death of vocal music) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting about 9 pm. Check their website to see who and what they’re booking, at www.sonnymcleans.com.
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UPCOMING EVENTS, further on down the road…
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Wed, Apr 3, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “SPOTLIGHT: GLEN HANSARD” is a performance-interview at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Sound Stage, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org.
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Glen Hansard is an Academy Award-winning singer-songwriter and principal vocalist / guitarist for the bands THE FRAMES and THE SWELL SEASON. Over the years, Hansard has earned a reputation as not only an unparalleled front man, but also for his dedicated following and his grounded, real-life songs. In 2007 Hansard and Czech songstress MARKÉTA IRGLOVÁ took home the Academy Award for Best Original Song for “Falling Slowly” off the “Once” soundtrack. The same year the song and the soundtrack were also nominated for a GRAMMY Award.
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Hear Hansard in discussion about his musical career, including the making of his 2012 release, Rhythm and Repose. Over twenty years in the making, the album was Hansard’s first ever solo album and garnered attention from Billboard calling the album “Hansard at his most engaging.” After the discussion, moderated by President of The GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares Scott Goldman, Hansard will take audience questions and perform a selection of songs.
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Wed, Apr 3, in Ventura:
7:30 pm MICAH SCHNABEL of TWO COW GARAGE at Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Thu, Apr 4, in L.A.:
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH NOEL PAUL STOOKEY” at the GRAMMY Museum. All proceeds benefit the GRAMMY Museum. Info and tix, 213-765-6803 or grammymuseum.org.
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Having recorded over 45 albums, singer-songwriter NOEL PAUL STOOKEY has been altering both the musical and ethical landscape of this country and the world for decades—both as the “Paul” of the legendary Peter, Paul, and Mary and as an independent musician. Funny, irreverently reverent, thoughtful, compassionate…his vocal sound is known all across this land. Raised in the Midwest, he played electric guitar in his high school Rock ’n’ Roll band and hung out at an R&B record shop.
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At 20, he moved to New York City, looking for independence, but found “Peter” and “Mary” and a career that took on a life of its own, with their first album at the top of the charts for two years. Since then, he has performed in intimate coffeehouses, at the White House and in massive stadiums.
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Hosted by GRAMMY Museum Executive Director BOB SANTELLI, hear Stookey speak about his prolific songwriting career, the iconic “Wedding Song,” his eternally fresh musical outlook and the making of his most recent album, “One and Many,” which once again revealed his gift for connecting diverse contemporary concerns to inspired musical performances. Additionally, Stookey will take audience questions and perform a selection of songs.
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Fri, Apr 5, in Ventura:
7:30 pm OWEN PLANT at Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Sat, Apr 6, in Claremont:
2-4 pm 9th Annual “SPRING STORYTELLING CONCERT” with performances by storytellers NICK SMITH, ANGELA LLOYD, JOHN ST. CLAIR, RON CHICK, & ADRIEN LOWERY, presented by INLAND VALLEY STORYTELLERS, at Claremont Friends Meetinghouse, 727 W Harrison Av, Claremont.
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Storyteller and Caltech Folk Music Society concert co-producer NICK SMITH tells the Guide, “The Inland Valley Storytellers put on two shows a year in the Claremont area, with members from a larger roster. The spring one moves around, and the fall one is normally at the Folk Music Center the Saturday before Thanksgiving, in honor of Dorothy Chase. Most people don’t know that she was both a painter and a performing storyteller, back when she was running the store. Of these tellers, you know me. Angela Lloyd is even better than I am, and I don’t say that lightly. Seriously, she’s one of the few people who can get away with playing spoons or a washboard in the middle of telling a story. She plays several instruments, a lot of which she’s bought at the Folk Music Center over the years. The others cover a wide range of styles and backgrounds. I’m only sorry that we’re missing our other Ron, a retired minister who tells the most outrageous New England stories…apparently he wasn’t available for this show. [Still,] I think it’s going to be a really good show.”
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Event info, www.inlandstorytellers.org or call John St. Clair at 909-983-8501. Admission $10 adults, $5 seniors and students.
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Sat, Apr 6, in Ventura:
7:30 pm BLACK PARTY POLITICS, DARK BEACH, SURPRISE VACATION, THE HUNCHIES play an unusual no-cover, 21+ show at Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Sat, Apr 6, in San Pedro:
8 pm Acoustic guitar virtuoso TOULOUSE ENGELHARDT and special guest JOHN YORK play 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. Plenty of free parking.
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Sat, Apr 6, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm JOHN WORT HANNAM with SCOTT DUNCAN play “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (in the Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area); 818-707-2179.
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Sun, Apr 7, in Santa Monica:
7 pm DAVID WILCOX at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Thu, Apr 11, in OC (Anaheim):
8 pm MERLE HAGGARD plays the City National Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E Katella Av, Anaheim 92806. Tix, $40, $45, $65, at www.ticketmaster.com/event/09004A2ED3C285ED?artistid=821092&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=2&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_March13
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Fri, Apr 12, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm RICHARD SMITH & JULIE ADAMS bring their highly acclaimed “Fingerstyle Guitar & Cello” concert to The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.richardsmithmusic.com. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Apr 12, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm VENICE plays a pair of “special acoustic shows” tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Fri, Apr 12, in Ventura:
8 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. play Yolie’s, 138 W Main St, Ventura; www.HiHatEntertainment.com; 805-652-0338.
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Fri, Apr 12, in Santa Monica:
10 pm VENICE plays the second of two “special acoustic shows” tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Sat, Apr 13, in SFV (Canoga Park):
2 pm ROSS ALTMAN, Folk Balladeer and walking encyclopedia of labor organizing and protest songs, plays the “TOPANGA BANJO FIDDLE CONTEST’s FREE COMMUNITY LIBRARY CONCERT SERIES” at the Canoga Park Library, 20939 Sherman Way, Canoga Park 91303. These library programs emphasize folk songs, both American and international, sung and played on stringed instruments, guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, dulcimer, recorder, and more; American, Appalachian, African-American, Civil War, Stephen Foster songs, the songs of Pete Seeger, The Weavers, Burl Ives, Woody Guthrie, Odetta and other icons of traditional music are often included. FREE concert.
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To request a program for your library or school, or for information, contact Warren Garfield, Program Coordinator (323) 656-5813 or email: warrengar@sbcglobal.net
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Sat, Apr 13, in L.A.:
“LIGHT UP THE BLUES CONCERT: AN EVENING OF MUSIC TO BENEFIT AUTISM SPEAKS” featuring performers CROSBY, STILLS & NASH, STEPHEN STILLS, RYAN ADAMS, RICKIE LEE JONES, LUCINDA WILLIAMS, DON FELDER, CHRISTOPHER STILLS, THE MIRACLE PROJECT FLY SINGERS, and other surprise guests, hosted by KRISTEN & STEPHEN STILLS, with emcee JACK BLACK, at Club Nokia, at L.A. Live, near Staples Center, L.A. Doors at 6:30 pm. Tix, $38.50-$125, on sale Mar 15 at 10 am.
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VIP preferred seating packages went on sale Mar 13 on the CSN official website (details at www.crosbystillsnash.com). Seated Tickets ranging from $85 to $125 and Standing Room tickets for $38.50 go on sale to the public on March 15 at 10 am, available at www.AXS.com, charge by phone at 888-9AXS-TIX or 888-929-7849 (applicable fees may apply). Tickets may also be purchased from 10 am-5 pm, Mon-Fri, at the STAPLES Center Box Office (1111 S Figueroa St, 90015), or at the Club Nokia box office (800 W Olympic Bl, 90015), open after 5 pm on show days. No fees are charged at either box office. Additional sponsor packages are available through Autism Speaks. More info from Venas Matthews-Bazin at venas.matthews-bazin@autismspeaks.org.
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Sat, Apr 13, in SFV (Van Nuys):
7:30 pm PAUL KAMM & ELEANOR MacDONALD play the “NOBLE HOUSE CONCERT” series in Van Nuys. Reservations get directions at 818-780-5970.
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Sun, Apr 14, in San Pedro:
2-5:30 pm BERNIE PEARL concludes his blues residency at CRAFTED, a new arts venue in the Port of Los Angeles, at 110 E 22nd St, San Pedro 90731; 310-732-1270; www.CRAFTEDportla.com; www.facebook.com/Craftedportla.
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His two gigs here – including one that opened the venue -- went so well that Bernie was offered a monthly residency, second Sunday of each month through April.
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Bernie says of this new venue, "It's a great place to hear some acoustic Blues and to see what dozens of crafters are working on. Food and beverages are available. Parking and admission are free. I perform in the lounge area, where there are tables and chairs, and the live music is piped throughout the building. Take a Sunday drive to the scenic Port of L.A. and hang out for a while. I bet you'll enjoy it."
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The Guide adds that you can go in the morning and tour the Battleship Iowa or the Victory ship, both anchored on display in San Pedro, then go for lunch and great live blues music with Bernie at CRAFTED.
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Sun, Apr 14, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
3 & 7 pm (two shows) MICHAEL FLATLEY’S LORD OF THE DANCE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $52 & $47.
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Sun, Apr 14, in Santa Monica:
7 pm STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN return from Colorado to Southern Cal for a show at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sun, Apr 14, in the SF Bay Area:
8-11 pm "PEACEFUL EASY FEELING 40th ANNIVERSARY TOUR" with performing songwriter JACK TEMPCHIN, writer of that and many other EAGLES hits, plus TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS, at the Freight & Salvage in Berkeley.
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Tix, $22.50 advance, $24.50 door. In an innovative move, those age 25 and under admitted at half-price. Senior discount is $2. More, and adv tix at www.nodepression.com/events/event/show? id=2342817%3AEvent%3A887715&xgi=5anUGMOPkCyHxq&xg_source=msg_invite_event.
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Mon, Apr 15, in Santa Barbara:
Time tba ARLO GUTHRIE plays the Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara; 805-963-0761; www.lobero.com.
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Tue, Apr 16, in L.A.:
8 pm RODRIGUEZ performs at The Orpheum Theatre, 842 S Broadway, L.A.; 213-749-5171. Yes, it’s the musician profiled in the OSCAR-winning film, “SEARCHING FOR SUGAR MAN,” playing his only L.A. show. Yes, he can still sing and play guitar, and stir the longings of the soul.
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On OSCAR night, “Searching for Sugar Man,” the riveting music biopic and investigative journey of discovery by filmmaker MALIK BENDJELLOUL, won “Best Documentary Film.” It is the story of rejection, unknown fame for an artist living in obscurity, and remarkable rediscovery. It’s the story (so far) of remarkable singer-songwriter SIXTO RODRIGUEZ, a man for whom acclaim was delayed, but ultimately not denied. It’s a film about hope, inspiration and the resonating power of music.
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On February 6, the Guide’s editor attended a special “Reel Talk” screening of “Searching for Sugar Man” that included a Q & A with director Bendjelloul. (The Guide ran a “News Extra” edition on February 5, alerting readers of the chance to attend that special screening.) The film had just won at the Director's Guild of America (DGA) the previous Friday night, capturing the “Best Feature Award” at the International Documentary Association's 2012 “IDA Documentary Awards” at DGA.
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Musically, ithe film won the “Creative Recognition Award” for “Best Music” for RODRIGUEZ's original songs and BENDJELLOUL's additional score.
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RODRIGUEZ’s story remains one of the music world’s most unusual tales, reaching back to the 1970s. An obscure debut LP by a Detroit singer-songwriter becomes a source of hope and inspiration to the anti-Apartheid movement in South Africa. Now, the story of Rodriguez and his oft-bootlegged cult album “Cold Fact” is the basis for “Searching for Sugar Man,” the riveting new documentary by filmmaker MALIK BENDJELLOUL. Light In The Attic Records, in partnership with Sony Legacy, are honored to announce the release of the original motion picture soundtrack, comprising tracks from “Cold Fact” and its 1971 follow-up “Coming From Reality” – reissued in 2008 and 2009, respectively, by the Light In The Attic label.
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The story of RODRIGUEZ the musician begins back in the late ‘60s, when he was discovered in a Detroit bar by renowned producers DENNIS COFFEY and MIKE THEODORE. They recorded a 1970 album that they believed was going to secure his reputation as one of the greatest recording artists of his generation. Instead, that record, “Cold Fact,” bombed, and despite the release of a second LP, entitled “Coming From Reality,” produced by STEVE ROWLAND, fame eluded Rodriguez. So he drifted into obscurity, not knowing he was becoming the subject to some fantastic rumors of a dramatic onstage death.
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He was widely rumored to have died in bizarre ways, including a widely-believed version that had set himself on fire at the end of a performance for an audience that taked louder and louder over his singing. That was after he had faded into obscurity in the U.S. as just another singer-songwriter who failed to catch-on.
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But, unknown to RODRIGUEZ, “Cold Fact” took on a life of its own when a bootleg recording found its way into the repressive apartheid-era South Africa, where everyone – not just black citizens – were subjected to curfews, bans against public gatherings, and strict regulation of what they could see, read, or hear on radio and television. “Cold Fact” was banned by the government, and that set then stage for the album to become a national phenomenon that transcended generations over the next two decades. It was the soundtrack for a resistance movement of liberal South African youth.
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Meanwhile, back in Detroit, Rodriguez was working in construction and renovation, and disgusted with what he saw of government officials’ neglect of the poor and of deteriorating infrastructure, he even ran for mayor. All the while, Rodriguez remained totally unaware that he was not just a local folk hero, but had become an iconic household name – thousands of miles away, across an expanse of ocean.
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Decades passed. Then, two South African fans, STEPHEN ‘SUGAR’ SEGERMAN and CRAIG BARTHOLOMEW-STRYDOM, set out to learn, once and for all, what had really happened to their hero. Their investigation led them to a story more extraordinary than any of the many myths they’d heard. Their story forms the basis of “Searching for Sugar Man.”
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Thanks to two obsessed fans who simply set out to learn the man's true fate, we have an OSCAR-winning, acclaimed chronicle about the rediscovery of Sixto Rodriguez, and a context for rediscovering a remarkable artist in the man himself.

Rodriguez said recently, “I describe myself as ‘musico-politico’,” adding, “I was born and bred in Detroit, four blocks from the city center. Back then, I was influenced by the urban sounds that were going on around me all the time.”
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His artist’s perspective is undiminished. That is evident as he continues, “Music is art and art is a cultural force. As far as my work from Detroit comparing to the South African Apartheid, the similarities echo. The placards of the 1970s in the United States read things like ‘We Want Jobs,’ and ‘Stop the War’ – I was looking at the music from a working class perspective that was relevant, as it turns out, to the kids in South Africa."
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Doors at 7 pm. Tix: Balcony, $45; Orchestra / mezzanine / loge, $55; Gold Circle, $65. Tix go on sale Fri, March 1 at 10 am, at www.goldenvoice.com. Two ticket limit. Tix, $45- $65, plus service / handling fee.
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Wed, Apr 17, in L.A.:
8:30 pm DROPKICK MURPHYS with SKINNY LISTER and THE INSURGENCE play Club Nokia, 777 Chick Hearn Ct, downtown L.A. 90015; www.nokiatheatrelalive.com. Doors at 7:30 pm. Tix: Gen’l adm, $30.50 advance, $36 at door (if any remain); VIP Balcony / Pit, $36 advance only. Tix go on sale Fri, March 1 at 10 am, at www.goldenvoice.com.
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Thu, Apr 18, in Hollywood:
Time tba Annual “ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS” include HEART, the great sister duo of ANN & NANCY WILSON, who supplied mainstream rock with a steady and top-notch supply of acoustic hits from the mid ’70s through the ’80s, will be inducted, together with STEVE FOSSEN, MIKE DEROSIER, HOWARD LEESE AND ROGER FISHER, each honored for their contributions with the great music they created. MIKE FLICKER, HEART’s original producer, and singer-songwriter LISA NEMZO will be present at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood celebrating with them. More at www.rockhall.com.
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Thu, Apr 18, in Lancaster:
8 pm TWO CELLOS at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $29 & $19.
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Sat, Apr 19, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
8 pm “AN EVENING OF [WESTERN] POETRY, STORYTELLING, & LIVE MUSIC” at the “OUTWEST CONCERT SERIES” at Out West Western Boutique & Cultural Center, 24265 Main St (aka San Fernando Rd on older maps), Newhall 91321; www.scvoutwest.com; reservations (limited seating), 661-255-7087.
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Presented by SCVTV, the WMA California Chapter, and OutWest. Apart from the “Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival,” which begins Saturday morning after this event, this concert series has become the most prolific presenter of western music in recent years. OutWest Concerts are ’purt near monthly, but at press time, we only know of one more past this April event:
• May 18, “An Evening with JASON "BUCK" CORBETT & FRIENDS” (and more to come).
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More on the “Live Music” tab at www.scvoutwest.com, including info on upcoming and past “SCVTV Concerts.”
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Doors at 7:30 pm for the best seats, concert at 8 pm. Light refreshments included. Tix are a “suggested donation” of $15.
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Sat & Sun, Apr 20-21, FESTIVAL, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
20th Annual “SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL” brings top western music, traditional cowboy music, and western swing stars, plus the cowboy poetry that started it all, to Melody Ranch. Full info and tix at www.cowboyfestival.org.
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Sat, Apr 20, in VC (Moorpark):
Annual “VENTURA COUNTY BLUES FESTIVAL,” which was the “SIMI VALLEY BLUES FESTIVAL,” happens at its new venue, on the campus at Moorpark College.
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Sat & Sun, Apr 20-21, FESTIVAL, in T.O.:
Annual “SCANDANAVIAN FESTIVAL” with performances by ABBA GIRLZ and many others, plus dance, food, and culture, happens at Cal Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks.
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Sat, Apr 20, in Santa Monica:
8 pm BENEFIT CONCERT FOR FOLKWORKS, “celebrating the splendid diversity of folk / traditional music in Southern California,” with HOMESICK ELEPHANT, I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., TAIKO DRUMMING, MAMAK KHADEM with T.J. TROY ("world trance music"), SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND, RAMBLING HOUSE BAND with guests (Irish and Scottish jigs and reels), and emcee JOHN ACHORN, at Santa Monica YWCA - 2019 14th Street, Santa Monica 90405. Event info, benefit@FolkWorks.org or call 818-785-3839.
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Performing line-up:
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• HOMESICK ELEPHANT, an old-fashioned husband / wife folk duo with fine harmonies. More at www.myspace.com/homesickelephant.
• I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., a California Country band w/ three part harmonies… lyrics musing on mortality, whales, and the geography of pre-apocalyptic L.A. More at www.iseehawks.com.
• TAIKO DRUMMING by the Taiko Center of Los Angeles plays an eclectic mix of taiko music with Japanese traditional instruments including shamisen (Japanese lute) and yokobue (Japanese flute) with touches of world music. More at www.taikocenter.com.
• MAMAK KHADEM with T.J. TROY, has been called "...one of the wonders of world trance music", by The Los Angeles Times. “Mamak Khadem captivates audiences by blending her roots in the ancient poetry and music of the Persian masters with a bold and revolutionary new sound.” – FolkWorks. More at www.mamak-khadem.com.
• SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND, "…one of the most beautiful voices in bluegrass and folk music today." – KPFK's FolkScene.
www.susieglaze.com
• RAMBLING HOUSE BAND with guests KIRA OTT & MAIRE CLERKIN, PATRICK D'ARCY, DAN CONROY and KEVIN McKIDD play lively jigs and reels and rousing songs from the Irish and Scottish traditions. More at www.facebook.com/RamblingHouseBand.
• Emcee JOHN ACHORN is a master teacher in commedia dell'Arte, having studied with Carlo Mazzone-Clementi; he was an original member of the Dell-Arte Company and was instrumental in the founding of the renowned Dell'Arte School in Blue Lake CA.
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General Admission $20; front rows reserved / limited, $25. More at benefit@FolkWorks.org or call 818-785-3839. Doors at 7 pm for refreshments and best seating, concert at 8 pm.
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Tix available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/352819 or by mail at FolkWorks, PO Box 55051, Sherman Oaks, CA 91413.
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Sat, Apr 20, in Santa Monica:
8 pm STEVE FORBERT, that famous folkie from Mississippi, plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Apr 20, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm SLIGO RAGS, one of Southern California’s top acoustic bands, brings their "Trad and Contemp Irish and Celtic" to The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.sligorags.com/home.cfm. Tix, $15.
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Sun, Apr 21, pseudo FESTIVAL, in Torrance:
Noon to 6 pm “TRIPLE B STOMP & ROMP” special event, and Cajun blues band PORTERHOUSE BOB & DOWN TO THE BONE play 4-6 pm, at the Depot Restaurant, 1250 Cabrillo Av, Torrance 90501.
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Sun, Apr 21, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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“Le Salon's” series of eight concerts run every third Sunday through May 19, 2013.
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Wed, Apr 24 through Sun, May 19, in Ventura:
“LONESOME TRAVELER” returns for a 2013 run at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura. It’s a musical event that takes audiences on a journey down the rivers and streams of American Folk Music -- from the hills of Appalachia to the nightclubs of San Francisco and New York; from the 1920s to the 1960s. Written and directed by Rubicon’s Artistic Director James O’Neil, with Musical Direction and Arrangements by Dan Wheetman
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"Tom Dooley," "Goodnight Irene," "Puff, the Magic Dragon," "Blowin' in the Wind," and "This Land is Your Land." These songs remind us of a time when music brought us together; when it changed us. Lonesome Traveler is a World Premier theatrical event that takes us from the backwoods of Appalachia to the nightclubs of New York and San Francisco; from the mid 1920s to the mid 1960s. Experience the music that made history and the history that made music. Rubicon Artistic Director James O'Neil directs a seven-person cast of singer/instrumentalists. More when we know it.
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Thu-Sun, Apr 25-28, FESTIVAL, in NC:
Annual “MERLEFEST” in Wilkesboro, North Carolina; line-up includes THE AVETT BROTHERS, NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND, JERRY DOUGLAS, SAM BUSH, THE GREENCARDS, POKEY LaFARGE, DEL McCOURY, and the PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND, TIFT MERRITT, PETER ROWAN, MATRACA BERG, and many more. Saturday night will feature a special all-star tribute to DOC WATSON, who passed away in May, 2012. A tix give-away is happening on Folk Alley, at www.folkalley.com.
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Fri-Sun, Apr 26-28, FESTIVAL, in Indio:
“STAGECOACH FESTIVAL” 2013 at the Empire Polo Club, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio 92201. Festival info, www.stagecoachfestival.com.
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Once again, this mega-festival has an astonishing lineup. Folk-Americana, Western, Bluegrass and Classic Country artists include OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW, MARTY STUART, DWIGHT YOAKAM, RIDERS IN THE SKY, CHARLEY PRIDE, COMMANDER CODY, CONNIE SMITH, HAYES CARLL, JEFF BRIDGES & THE ABIDERS, JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE, LONESTAR, ROGER McGUINN, SONS AND BROTHERS, SUZY BOGGUSS, TANYA TUCKER, THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND, THE HONKYTONK ANGELS BAND, THE WESTBOUND RANGERS, THOMPSON SQUARE, WADDIE MITCHELL, WYLIE AND THE WILD WEST, AND THE ZAC BROWN BAND.
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Of course, the FULL lineup is much more extensive, Here it is, all performers, alphabetically by artist’s first name / first word of band name:
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Alissa Griffith
Becky Stark
Blue Sky Riders
Brown Bird
Charley Pride
Chris Shiflett and the Dead...
Commander Cody
Connie Smith
Darius Rucker
Dierks Bentley
Don Williams
Dwight Yoakam
Florida Georgia Line
Gabriel Kelley
Hank Williams Jr.
Haunted Windchimes
Hayes Carll
Jana Kramer
Jeff Bridges & The Abiders
Joe Nichols
John Anderson
John Reilly and Friends
Justin Townes Earle
Lady Antebellum
Lonestar
Maggie Rose
Marty Stuart
Nick 13
Old Crow Medicine Show
Phil Vassar
Riders in the Sky
Robert Ellis
Rodney Atkins
Roger McGuinn
Sons and Brothers
Suzy Bogguss
Tanya Tucker
The Charlie Daniels Band
The Honkytonk Angels Band
The Little Willies
The Steel Wheels
The Westbound Rangers
Thompson Square
Toby Keith
Trace Adkins
Waddie Mitchell
Wylie and the Wild West
Zac Brown Band
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The Acoustic Americana Music Guide has consistently celebrated the inclusive booking policies of this event. Sure, the Nashville pop-country award-winners are there, BUT, there is always a fine representation from the best of the Folk-Americana, Bluegrass, Western Music, and Alt-Country / Honky-Tonk world. With “country” radio so embedded in pop-country, this festival is a joy for Traditional Country and Folk-Americana fans alike, and with multiple stages, you can find your niche and ensconce yourself, or wander and explore other auditory horizons.
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STAGECOACH has come a long way in a few short years. There are “Buy Now” and layaway options for tickets, and Stagecoach now has a BBQ Competition, an RV Resort, campgrounds with jamming and organized karaoke, money-saving “family passes” to the festival, and plenty more.
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Beyond the jam packed musical lineup, there are other ACTIVITIES and fun things to do and see while at the festival. Inside the venue, you’ll find a FERRIS WHEEL, with fabulous views of the festival - additional cost may apply. A WIFI CENTER will offer web access with computers and printers available. In the festival’s Campgrounds, they organize karaoke in the camping activities tent, and there is a “STAGECOACH KARAOKE STATION.” If hearing all that nonprofessional catterwalling stresses you, they offer sanctioned professional MASSAGE ($1 per minute, chair massage). Even without The Who, you can show your prowess at Pinball and win daily VIP upgrades & merch. In addition to the live music, Country DJs offer tunes on the dance floor. Campers will have free SUPERMARKET SHUTTLES for anything you “can't find at the general store or the farmers market.”
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In addition, there are FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES for the kids, and a WORLD RENOWNED BBQ, with 30 national BBQ teams cooking 24/7 in the hopes of being picked as Grand Champion in the BARBEQUE CONTEST.
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The festival website offers organized carpooling and a CARPOOL CONVOY signup. Once you’re there, their RECYCLING PROGRAM has an economic incentive, letting you earn free water, wristband upgrades and more by participating.
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Tickets for STAGECOACH are “All-in pricing,” with a “What-you-see-is-what-you-pay,” no surprises policy that others need to emulate. Prices include all fees & shipping:
General Admission, $239 (limit of 6 per household)
Package P1, $1099 (limit of 2 per household)
Package P2, $799 (limit of 6 per household)
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Add-on VIP Parking is $100, for those who don’t want to face the walk from the far-flung parking lots. The festival notes, “ADA reserved seats will be an option at purchase while supplies last.”
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To order festival passes by phone, call 888-512-SHOW. Festival info and tix on the web at www.stagecoachfestival.com.
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Sat, Apr 27, FESTIVAL, in VC (Moorpark):
Noon-all day Annual “VENTURA BLUES FESTIVAL” with JOHNNIE RIVERS, PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES, Winners Of the “Ventura County Blues Society Band Challenge,” and many more, at Moorpark College in Moorpark. Info, www.venturabluessociety.org.
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Sat, Apr 27, in San Pedro:
7:30 pm TIM WEISBERG, a true Folk-Americana music legend, plays 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. Plenty of free parking.
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Sat, Apr 27, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $47 & $42.
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Sat, Apr 27, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm BERNIE PEARL, one of L.A.’s top resident acoustic Blues masters, backed by his longtime sideman MIKE BARRY, does a concert tonight and a workshop tomorrow at The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com.
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Sat, Apr 27, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT: 8 pm THE PROCLAIMERS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Sun, Apr 28, two WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS, in SGV (Covina):
2 & 3:30 pm BERNIE PEARL, one of L.A.’s top resident acoustic Blues masters, conducts a "GUITAR CLINIC" followed by a "HOW TO JAM" workshop, at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020 / 800-BET-FRET; www.frethouse.com.
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May, 2013
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Fri, May 3, in T.O.:
Time tba The GRAMMY-winning MARIACHI DIVAS play the Countrywide Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks; www.CivicArtsPlaza.com; 805-449-ARTS (2787).
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Sat & Sun, May 4 & 5, FESTIVAL, in SGV (Sierra Madre):
51st Annual “SIERRA MADRE ART FAIR” with two stages of music, lots of it folk-Americana / acoustic renaissance, and many painters, sculptors, photographers, and others exhibiting and selling their work, plus an indoor plant sale, a good variety of food vendors, and much more, sponsored by the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library, in Memorial Park, on Sierra Madre Bl at Hermosa Av, Sierra Madre. Free, all day, both days.
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Sat, May 4, in Santa Monica:
8 pm THE CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, May 4, in Lancaster:
8 pm “BIG BAND BLOWOUT” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $24 & $19.
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Sun, May 5, in OC (Costa Mesa):
3 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY YOUTH WIND ENSEMBLE (PSYWE) plays a free concert and joint performance with the U.S. AIR FORCE BAND OF THE GOLDEN WEST in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall for their “Spring Concert,” at Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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It’s PSYWE’s “Season Finale” concert. Established in 2007, PSYWE has quickly gained recognition for being at the forefront of wind ensemble development in the country. Representing 23 schools in and beyond Orange County, PSYWE offers performance opportunities to instrumentalists in grades 8 through 12, providing members with a high quality and innovative artistic experience. Under the direction and enthusiasm of Music Director JOSHUA ROACH from USC’s Thornton School of Music, and with the artistic direction of Pacific Symphony’s renowned Music Director CARL ST.CLAIR, the ensemble strives to encourage musical and personal growth through the art of performance. Students receive regular interaction and guidance from Symphony musicians, guest artists and Maestro St.Clair.
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Thu, May 9, in Claremont:
7 pm KRISTIN KORB, that beautifully-voiced (and beautiful) upright bass player / vocalist and purveyor of highly listenable jazz, plays a show featuring BRUCE FORMAN (COW BOP) and JEFF HAMILTON, on her California CD release tour for the new album, "What's Your Story," at the Claremont Women's Club, 343 W Twelfth St, Claremont. All ages. Tix, $30.
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CD will be officially released internationally on April 2, 2013. More at www.kristinkorb.com.
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Fri-Sun, May 10-12, FESTIVAL, in San Diego:
Annual “GATOR BY THE BAY FESTIVAL” with a Cajun and Zydeco live music lineup that includes GENO DELAFOSE & FRENCH ROCKIN’ BOOGIE, ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC, LIL’ WAYNE & SAME OL’ 2-STEP, & LAFAYETTE RHYTHM DEVILS. It’s San Diego’s yearly celebration of zydeco blues music and incredible Louisiana food. With top musicians performing, whether you go for the dancing, the blues, or the crawfish, it’s a fun time. Book your room early at the Sheraton next to the festival to get the $119 + tax per-night rate. Go to www.sandiegofestival.com for schedules and all the details.
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Fri, May 10, in San Pedro:
Fri, May 10, in San Pedro:
8 pm KRISTIN KORB, that beautifully-voiced and stunningly beautiful upright bass player / vocalist who stretches jazz into Americana, returns from Europe to play a show featuring BRUCE FORMAN (Cow Bop) and JEFF HAMILTON, on her California CD release tour for the new album, "What's Your Story," at Alva’s Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, Weymouth Corners, San Pedro 90732; www.alvasshowroom.com; 800-403-3447 or 310-519-1314. All ages. You can bring your own food and drinks into this venue and just pay the cover. Plenty of free parking. Tix, $30.
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CD will be officially released internationally on April 2, 2013. More at www.kristinkorb.com.
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Sat, May 11, in Agoura Hills:
Time tba JUDY COLLINS plays the Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Sat, May 11, in Santa Monica:
8 pm ROLAND WHITE, a true bluegrass legend, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, May 11, in Pasadena:
8 pm SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sat, May 11, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm BRIAN BOWERS, the most acclaimed "Autoharp Master" of our time, journeys to the West Coast and plays The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.bryanbowers.com. Tix, $15.
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Sun, May 12, in Santa Monica:
8 pm CATIE CURTIS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $17.50.
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Fri-Sun, May 17-19, FESTIVAL, in Nevada:
1st Annual “HENDERSON CRAWFISH FESTIVAL” in Henderson, Nevada, between Las Vegas and Lake Mead, is a new one, produced by the same folks who produce the mid-summer “LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL.” More, soon.
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May 17, in OC (Laguna Beach):
Time tba LISA NEMZO plays the “SUNSET SERENADES” outdoor series in Heisler Park Amphitheater, Laguna Beach.
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Fri, May 17, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm TOM RUSH plays two shows tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $28.50.
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Sat, May 18, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH JASON "BUCK" CORBETT & FRIENDS” at the “OUTWEST CONCERT SERIES” at Out West Western Boutique & Cultural Center, 24265 Main St (aka San Fernando Rd on older maps), Newhall 91321; www.scvoutwest.com; reservations (limited seating), 661-255-7087.
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Presented by SCVTV, the WMA California Chapter, and OutWest. Apart from the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, this concert series has become the most prolific presenter of western music in recent years. More on the “Live Music” tab at www.scvoutwest.com, including info on upcoming and past “SCVTV Concerts.”
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Sun, May 19, FESTIVAL, in Agoura Hills:
Annual “TOPANGA BANJO FIDDLE CONTEST & FOLK FESTIVAL” at Paramount Ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is Southern California’s best one-day acoustic music festival, and the contest awards are coveted and prestigious. There are multiple entertainment stages of bluegrass, old-time, and traditional folk-Americana all day, in addition to live music for dancing, and the contest competitors. It always makes for tough choices, hour-by-hour, which acts to see. The perfectly picturesque site is an old western movie-set town with surrounding oak woodlands, administered by the National Park Service. The event features NPS displays, vendors of instruments and more, and truly superior festival food. Come early, because the vast parking lots filled-up in 2011 and latecomers were turned-away; it nearly happened again in 2012. Full details at www.topangabanjofiddle.org.
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Sun, May 19, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES concludes today in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Sat & Sun, May 25 & 26, FESTIVAL, in Simi Valley:
24th Annual “SIMI VALLEY CAJUN & BLUES FESTIVAL,” formerly “SIMI CAJUN-CREOLE MUSIC FESTIVAL,” brings performances by STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS, ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC, BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO, J PAUL JR. & THE ZYDECO NUBREEDS, ACADIANA with THERESA RUSSELL, LEROY THOMAS & THE ZYDECO ROADRUNNERS, DAVID SOUSA & THE ZYDECO MUDBUGS, LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS, and an additional lineup of blues artists, at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 E Los Angeles Av, Simi Valley 93063. Info, 805-517-9000; www.simicajun.org.
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A fine, well-run event, sponsored by the local Rotary Club, with profits going to numerous local charities and community organizations, this festival is held on a sprawling outdoor site, with tents over large dance floors at each of two main stages and tents for seated shade, and over rows of tables for eating. Shuttle buses from remote parking when the nearby lots fill-up.
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Here are some videos from the 2011 Simi Valley Cajun Blues Festival, courtesy of Brad Sjoblum: ANDRE THIERRY performing, www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4K-5ftIr7U and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98NlOnG5pyQ; GREG BENUSA teaching zydeco dance, www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKPrj4EM0do; dancers, www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk7by1oHbWY; 97-year-old zydeco dancer Bernice Sjoblom, dancing and eating alligator, and proving you are never too old to try something new, at www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0ipnZhDntM.
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June, 2013
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Jun 1, in Lancaster:
8 pm JUICE NEWTON plays the 2013 season’s closing show at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Thu-Sun, Jun 6-9, FESTIVAL, in Connecticut:
Annual “STRAWBERRY PARK CAJUN ZYDECO FESTIVAL” Preston, CT, has a Cajun-zydeco lineup that includes CURLEY TAYLOR & ZYDECO TROUBLE, GENO DELAFOSE & FRENCH ROCKIN’ BOOGIE, STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS, THE PINE LEAF BOYS, LIL’ WAYNE & SAME OL’ 2-STEP, SAVOY FAMILY BAND, JESSE LEGE,JIMMY JO, & PLANET ZYDECO. Go to www.strawberrypark.net/festivals/cajun-zydecofestival for details.
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Thu, Jun 13, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm THOM BRESH, “Merle Travis-Style Guitar Master,” plays The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.bresh.com. Tix, $15.
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Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, FESTIVAL, in Ontario:
37th Annual “HUCK FINN'S JUBILEE,” the national award-winning Father's Day Weekend event, changes towns this year, moving to Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park, 800 N Archibald Av, Ontario 91764.
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The popular bluegrass-themed festival is moving from its original location at Mojave Narrows Regional Park in a bittersweet decision for the family of event founder DON TUCKER, who passed away after suffering a stroke in October. The Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park is a 150-acre venue with green grass stage area, bountiful trees and two stocked lakes for fishing. The park is surrounded by a variety of hotels and offers quick and easy access from the I-10 freeway. Check out the festival video at www.promo.huckfinn.com and get all the details, including early-bird discount tix, camping, etc, at www.huckfinn.com.
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Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, FESTIVAL, in Santa Barbara Co.:
Annual “LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL” at Live Oak Camp, in the Coast Range, NW of Santa Barbara.
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The line up is almost complete and they brag (with real justification) “we have some amazing acts coming your way for the 25th Annual Live Oak Music Festival Father's Day Weekend!”
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Performers include:
• JERRY DOUGLAS, 13-time Grammy winner, three-time CMA Musician of the Year and "The King of the Dobro."
• ROBERT EARL KEEN, Texas singer-songwriter and called "One of our nation's finest musical storytellers."
• STOOGES BRASS BAND, winners of the 2010 New Orleans Street Kings competition and Best Contemporary Brass Band at the 2011 Big Easy Music Awards
• RUTHIE FOSTER, rootsy rhythm, soul, rock & blues powerhouse who has also recorded a roots-of-bluegrass album.
• RUPA & THE APRIL FISHES
• DEAD WINTER CARPENTERS
• JOE CRAVEN TRIO
• RANCHERS FOR PEACE
• LA SANTA CECELIA
• TOM BALL & KENNY SULTAN
• INGA SWEARINGEN
• PHIL SALAZAR & THE KIN FOLK
and still more to come.
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Save $10 off each adult full-festival pass if you order your tickets by SUNDAY MARCH 10th at www.liveoakfest.org, or 805-781-3030 (Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm).
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Fri, Jun 14, in VC (Newbury Park):
8 pm “FIRESIDE CONCERT SERIES” brings KEN O’MALLEY with his authentic and original Irish music, fabulous voice, and multi-instrumental prowess, for a solo performance; plus, another act, tba, at Borchard Community Center,190 N Reino Rd, Newbury Park 91320; more online at www.crpd.org/parkfac/borchard/fireside_concerts.asp. Hosted by Bob Kroll, sponsored by Conejo Recreation & Park District. Info, contact Bob at 805-499-2930 or folksgr1@aol.com. A good series; adults only, no children. Arrive early for a good seat. $9 at the door.
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Sat, Jun 15, FESTIVAL, in Claremont:
10 am-10 pm “CLAREMONT FOLK FESTIVAL” returns after a three-year hiatus, at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens, Foothill & College, Claremont; 909-624-2928.
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Sat, Jun 15, in OC (Anaheim):
7:30 pm FREEBO and SEVERIN BROWNE play a co-bill at the Living Tradition Concert Series at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.thelivingtradition.org; reservations 949-646-1964.
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Sat, Jun 29, in San Diego Co (Encinitas):
7 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music, fabulous voice, and multi-instrumental prowess, for a solo performance at the “SAN DIEGO FOLK HERITAGE” series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas; www.sdfolkheritage.org.
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July, 2013
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Jul 4-7, FESTIVAL, in Oregon:
Annual “Waterfront Blues Fest” in Portland, Oregon brings 75 bands, from blues to swing and a Zydeco lineup includes CHUBBY CARRIER & THE BAYOU SWAMP BAND, LIL’ WAYNE & SAME OL’ 2-STEP, THE PINE LEAF BOYS, HORACE TRAHAN & THE OSSUN EXPRESS, TOOLOOSE, & ATOMIC GUMBO. Most of the 75 blues & swing bands had yet to be posted at press time. The fest is in Waterfront Park in downtown Portland, and brings over 20,000 attendees each day.
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Sat, Jul 20, FESTIVAL, in New Mexico:
Annual “WILDLIFE WEST FEST” includes performances by LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS
at 3 & 8 pm, plus workshops, at Wildlife West Nature Park, 87 N Frontage Rd, Edgewood, NM 87015. This festival benefits a charity for injured wild animals. More at www.wildlifewest.org/bluegrass.html.
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Fri-Mon, Jul 26-29, FESTIVAL, in Rhode Island:
Annual “NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL” in Newport, Rhode Island, with IRIS DEMENT, TROMBONE SHORTY, JIM JAMES. THE LUMINEERS, BONNIE “PRINCE” BILLY, COLIN MELOY, BLACK PRAIRIE, BETH ORTON, TIFT MERRITT, THE MOUNTAIN GOATS, SHOVELS & ROPE, ANDREW BIRD, SPIRIT FAMILY REUNION, THE FELICE BROTHERS, and more. Held at historic Ft. Adams on the edge of Narragansett Bay, the Newport Folk Festival offers three stages of music, plus surprise performances around the grounds.
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Sat & Sun, Jul 27 & 28, FESTIVAL, in Long Beach:
Annual "LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL" brings Cajun & zydeco and blues, including top bands from Louisiana, at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400 E Shoreline Dr (between Shoreline Village Dr & Linden Av), Long Beach 90802. More, soon.
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August, 2013
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Sat, Aug 17, in Santa Clarita:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “SANTA CLARITA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” in the park at 27150 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita 91351; http://arts.santa-clarita.com/Index.aspx?page=42.
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Sat, Aug 24, in Ventura:
7:30 pm Cajun blues band PORTERHOUSE BOB & DOWN TO THE BONE play the “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” series at historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Reservations recommended, these events always sell-out.
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Aug 30-Sep 1, FESTIVAL, in Rhode Island:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST” in Ninigret State Park, RI. Go to www.rhythmandroots.com for info.
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September, 2013
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Sat, Sep 7, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” series at historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Reservations recommended, these events always sell-out.
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October, 2013
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Annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” sponsored by Southern California Dulcimer Heritage. Details when we get them. More on dulcimer-based bands and dulcimer-related events, throughout the year, at that organization’s site, www.scdh.org.
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8 pm CHRIS PROCTOR plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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March 22-24 WEEKEND LIVE MUSIC EVENTS and Beyond, 2013

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• There’s LOTS HAPPENING on the live music scene, and all that we can cover for you is here, in this late-in-the-week edition; the editor has been waylaid by the flu all week.
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• SPECIAL: “Ten-Year Anniversary of the Iraq War, and an Ignored Caution, Before it Happened...” Larry Wines, working as a journalist and columnist in 2002, was among the very few in journalism who tried to stop the rush to war. His original, full-page piece is here, as published in several newspapers at the time.
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Fri, Mar 22, on TV:
11:35 pm-12:40 am WYNONNA JUDD on the NBC “TONIGHT SHOW” with JAY LENO, discussing her career and new GAC music documentary.
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Fri-Sun, Mar 22-24, FESTIVAL, in Arizona:
Annual “OLD WEST DAYS” Festival at Old Tucson Studios, Tucson, AZ, includes performances by top cowboy singer and multi-instrumentalist SOURDOUGH SLIM. More at www.sourdoughslim.com.
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Fri, Mar 22; Tue-Sun, Mar 19-24, FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE, in Canada:
Annual “CANADIAN MUSIC FEST” at the larger “CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK” is part of Canada’s leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country’s music, media and entertainment industries. Combining three information-intensive conferences, a trade exposition, a film festival, a comedy festival, four awards shows, and the nation’s largest New Music Festival – CANADIAN MUSIC FEST – CMW spans a six-day period at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel and over 60 downtown Toronto venues, attracting participants from across the globe. Info, www.cmw.net.
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Fri, Mar 22, in Tehachapi:
6-8 pm “APPLE SHED LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC,” a Friday and Saturday night series at the Apple Shed, 333 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-8333.
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1st Friday - WILL JAMES - Celtic, Americana, gospel, & folk
1st Saturday - JO STONE - piano music
2nd Friday - THE GEEZERS - folk music
2nd Saturday - ART LARSON - clarinet
3rd Friday – “Country Music night” (was the late Cowboy / Western artist TONY VICE)
3rd Saturday - MOUNTAIN PASS - oldies
4th Friday - MAX VALENTINO - acoustic guitar
4th Saturday - PAT STRONG – country / ballads music
5th Saturday - CRAIG SHAW
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Fri, Mar 22, in Long Beach:
6:30-7:30 pm AJ GIBBS plays his weekly Cajun-zydeco “Mr. 1 Man Show” at Shear Rhythm Dance, 4126 Viking Way, Suite #220, Long Beach. Info,562-528-6626. Time and date subject to change, because he tours all over de place.
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Fri, Mar 22, in Tehachapi:
Time tba “LIVE MUSIC AT LA BELLE AMORE,” a Friday and Saturday series at La Belle Amore Italian Bistro, 209 S Green St, Tehachapi; 661-822-7419. Recommended by locals who tell the Guide, “Great live music can be heard” at this Italian Bistro, located next to the Hitching Post Theater.
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STEVE HEPNER & LAUREN ALEXANDER - 1st Friday
TERRY ASHER & FRIENDS - 1st Saturday
THE GEEZERS - folk music - 2nd & 5th Saturday
CRAIG SHAW - 2nd & 4th Friday
PETER CUTLER & DEBBY HAND as a folk duo - 3rd Friday
MARIA & CHARLY “folk & more” duo of CHARLY WALLMO & MARIA WEIR WERTH - 3rd Sat
DAVE OGDEN, Celtic fingerstyle guitar - 4th Saturday
GARY MAZOLLA - 5th Friday
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Fri, Mar 22, in Topanga:
7 pm NO BLUEGRASS TONIGHT; that notion came from faulty reporting elsewhere (not in the Guide) Good news is, MURPHY'S FLAW will perform next Friday, March 29, but not tonight, at Froggy's Topanga Fish Market, 1105 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290.
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Fri, Mar 22, in Redondo Beach:
7-10 pm ANDY & RENEE of the Dylan tribute band HARD RAIN play their weekly residency with originals and folk-rock classics at Delzano's By The Sea, 179 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach 90277; 310-374-7525.
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Fri, Mar 22, in SFV (Northridge):
7-10 pm Weekly “FRIDAY ACOUSTIC SHOWCASE” with a full lineup of recording artists and performing host BRYAN CHAN, at Pho-King Delicious, 9350 Corbin Av, Northridge 91324. Venue offers a variety of noodle dishes, home-made curries, spring rolls, soups and bbq ribs, and pho. No cover.
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7 pm “FRIDAY NIGHT BLUEGRASS JAM” at the Coffee Connection, 3838 Centinela Av, Los Angeles 90066; 310-391-1380.
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7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “BELL ARTS SONG CIRCLE” at Bell Arts Factory, 432 N Ventura Av, Ventura 93001.
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Fri, Mar 22, in OC (Dana Point):
7:30 pm BILL MIZE plays the first of two shows for the “LORD OF THE STRINGS CONCERT SERIES,” this one at Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan St, Dana Point 92629; 949-842-2227 or 949-244-6656. (He performs tomorrow in Mission Viejo.)
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Fri, Mar 22, in San Diego:
7:30 pm Grammy-winner JANIS IAN plays the “AMSD Concerts” series at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego 92116; 619-303-8176.
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Fri, Mar 22, in Rancho Mirage:
7:30 pm TOM NEILSON plays the Universalist-Unitarian Church of the Desert, 5 Via Vail, Rancho Mirage 92270; 760-321-0694 or email uucod@verizon.net.
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Fri, Mar 22, in OC (Anaheim):
8 pm GORDON LIGHTFOOT plays the City National Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Av, Anaheim 92806; 714-712-2700.
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Tix, $37.50,$ 47.50, $57.50, plus exorbitant processing fees, at www.ticketmaster.com/event/09004A2EC3FD80C5?artistid=733309&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1&brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_March13
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Fri, Mar 22, in Culver City:
8 pm ROBIN & LINDA WILLIAMS, members of the “A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION” radio cast and Red House Records recording artists, bring their national tour of their latest release “These Old Dark Hills” to play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City; www.boulevardmusic.com; 310-398-2583. Venue’s web site has a helpful local dining guide.
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Recorded in Nashville and produced by Grammy winner JIM ROONEY, “These Old Dark Hills” evokes the timeless sounds of his award-winning projects with NANCY GRIFFITH, JOHN PRINE and IRIS DEMENT. Reflecting Robin & Linda’s recent artistic renaissance, the album is a vibrant collection of mostly original folk and bluegrass tunes brought to life by an all-star cast of musicians that includes bassist TODD PHILLIPS (David Grisman Quartet, Tony Rice Unit), Dobro / pedal steel player AL PERKINS (Flying Burrito Brothers, Emmylou Harris & the Nash Ramblers), GARRISON KEILLOR and regular band members CHRIS BRASHEAR and JIM WATSON.
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Real Americana music, Robin & Linda’s new album features songwriting they tout as some of the finest of their career, from the haunting title track to poignant story songs like “Lonesome,” “Arizona,” and “Looking for Love,” to humorous tunes like “Tessie Mae” about their newly-adopted dog. Other highlights include their fresh covers of the country classic “Storms Never Last,” BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN’s “My Lucky Day,” and the moving a capella number “World Wide Peace.” Woven with their originals, Robin & Linda create a collection that speaks to love and hope, even in the darkest of days.
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Fri, Mar 22, in Santa Monica:
8 pm LAWRENCE LEBO, blues-Americana vocalist with a fine repertoire of originals and classics from the American songbook, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Mar 22, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm A NATIONALLY-TOURING BLUES HEADLINER, plus the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND opening, plays the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349. Venue serves dinner with generous portions, has full bar and nightly specials. Take earplugs. Seriously. Advance tix on their website; higher at the door, but always very affordable.
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Fri, Mar 22, in SGV (Monrovia):
8 pm weekly “MONROVIA STREET FAIR” includes several venues with acoustic music, some impromptu, some more formal, including the acoustic KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT and JAM with all comers – featuring dulcimer players – at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091. Free.
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Time tba YOUNG DUBLINERS play The Roxy, 9009 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; www.theroxyonsunset.com; 310-276-2222.
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Fri, Mar 22, in Ventura:
8:30 pm “POLYNESIAN REVUE” at Hong Kong Inn, 435 E Thompson Bl, Ventura; www.hongkonginn.com; 805-648-3161. Runs Friday & Saturday nights.
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9 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music, marvelous voice and multi-instrumental prowess to Ireland’s 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys 91401; 818-785-4031.
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Fri, Mar 22, in SFV (Chatsworth):
9 pm An ALT-COUNTRY / TRAD COUNTRY / AMERICANA band plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free line dance lesson with Kathy at 7 pm. No cover.
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9 pm “LIVE BAND, NO COVER” at Gallagher's Irish Pub, 300 Walnut (parallel to PCH. 1 block inland), Huntington Beach; 714-536-2422; www.gallagherspub.com. Venue is “an authentic Irish Pub [with] fantastic food and libations, proper pours on Guinness, nice ambiance and friendly dedicated staff.”
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9 pm “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310-449-1811. They boast “40 taps of great beer and cider, a nice wine selection and now a full bar.” Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and sometimes it’s traditional Irish music. But be careful when you go, because they do Karaoke (aka the death of vocal music) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting about 9 pm. Check their website to see who and what they’re booking, at www.sonnymcleans.com.
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10 pm IRISH MUSIC at The Auld Dubliner, 71 Pine St, Long Beach; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com.
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6 pm “LIVE GUN VIOLENCE Q & A WITH MICHAEL MOORE” online (at 6 pm Pacific Daylight time) following FREE TV / web screening of “BOWLING FOR COLUMBINE.” Earlier in the day, Oscar-winning director Michael Moore will host a special screening of his film, a documentary on gun violence in America. Then, at 6 pm Pacific, Moore will join gun violence activists and family members of victims of gun violence for a special live-streamed panel to share stories and plans for preventing future gun violence‏.
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Here's how you can participate online:
• Watch the movie at home with friends and family. If you're a Netflix subscriber, to watch the movie FREE online, go to http://movies.netflix.com/WiMovie/60024975?mqso=80033827&opsid=fb_BowlingColumbine_pp.
• If you're not on Netflix, there are lots of other options for watching the movie; go to www.michaelmoore.com/words/must-read/hold-your-own-10th-anniversary-bowling-columbine-house-party-and-discussion.
• LIVESTREAM Q & A PANEL at 6 pm Pacific, at http://front.moveon.org/exclusive-michael-moore-livestreaming-from-nyc/. Happens online immediately following a special screening of the film in New York City. Michael Moore will join gun violence activists and Lori Haas, a MoveOn member whose daughter was shot twice in the head in the 2007 Virginia Tech shootings—to discuss how to win better gun laws.
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9 am-5 pm 18th Annual “BAKERSFIELD HIGHLAND GAMES” is a “Gatherine & Games & Ceilidh” with bagpipers, sanctioned Highland Games, plenty of Celtic music, and more, at Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 South P St, Bakersfield. Sponsored by Kern County Scottish Society.
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• WHISKEY GALORE is Bakersfield-based, formed in 1997 by Mike Bowen and Kevin Brliley, a trio with the addition of Jeff Davis in 2002, and since 2004, a quartet, with bassist Rich Spencer. They are frequently supported by the lovely singing voice of piper Kevin's wife Kristin. Their motto is "American Bred, Celtic Fed".
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• STAND EASY is a Celtic Rock band led by John McLean Allan, an award-winning bagpiper formerly with the Grade 1 LA Scots Pipe Band. John is a singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who has appeared playing bagpipes in numerous feature films and television shows, including the Oscar-winning Best Picture, “Million Dollar Baby,” “Battleship,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” “General Hospital,” “West Wing,” “Austin Powers 2,” “Open Season,” “Primary Colors,” “Judging Amy,” and “Providence,” among many others. Stand Easy features Jeff Cullen on highland pipes (also formerly with Grade 1 LA Scots,) and whistles and vocals, Ken Lasaine on guitars, Paul Trutner on bass, and Fabio Poian on drums.
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• BRILLIANT GYPSIES bring their “incendiary music” from, the L.A. music scene driven by the grinding, syncopated guitar and passionate vocals of Peter Romano; the virtuosic fiddle of Chris Loken; the soaring Uilleann Pipes, Flutes and Whistles of Zac Leger; and the rock solid beat of bass, drums and percussion from Leo Valenzuela and Rik Shannon. It’s a blend of alternative, rock, trad, jazz, and world music, with “melodies as ancient as the Druids; grooves as current as indie radio.”
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• KRIS COLT & THE BLACK ROSE BAND are led by American Celtic singer-songwriter Kris Colt, who brings with her the tradition of the story teller as she weaves radio-charted original tunes with beloved Irish and Scottish classics. They are popular attractions at Celtic fairs and festivals throughout Southern California, including The Great American Irish Fair in Orange County, The San Diego Highland Games, Scotsfest in Costa Mesa, and on the main stage at the Irish Fair & Music Festival at Fairplex. Recently, Kris took the band to Las Vegas for a rocking Saturday night concert on the main stage of the famous Fremont Experience, as well as entertaining the crowd at a weekend festival playing for the Las Vegas Society.
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• SCOTTISH FIDDLERS OF L.A. have, for the past thirty years, delighted audiences throughout Southern California with the lively, energetic and irresistibly uplifting music of Scotland, the Shetlands, Cape Breton Island and Ireland. Their playing is characterized by hard-driving reels and strathspeys, hauntingly beautiful airs, and sweet waltzes by internationally known Scottish fiddler Jan Tappan.
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• PIPE ON THE HOB, playing in the Tea Room, are one of the most prominent Celtic Music bands in the Central Valley. The Fresno-based group is known for an exciting blend of Irish and Scottish music, with fast reels and jigs mixed with beautiful slow airs and songs. They are Donn Beedle on fiddle, viola, and mandola; Carl Johnsen on hammered dulcimer, whistles and flute; Kathryn Johnsen on Irish harp and keyboard; Karana Hattersley-Drayton on vocals, keyboard and guitar.
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• THE TEHACHAPI MOUNTAIN PIPES & DRUMS, founded by Jack Pierce eight years ago. He started with bagpipe lessons at a local music store and one student. Since then, the band has grown to include 16 pipers and 7 drummers, ranging in age from 65 to 10 years old.
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• THE FRESNO STAG AND THISTLE PIPES AND DRUMS derived from the Piping Society of Central California. Now in its 18th year, the band has played at innumerable parades, dinners, parties, funerals, weddings, ceilidhs, holiday events and highland games and festivals from San Luis Obispo to Mammoth Lakes. The band teaches piping and drumming to anyone who has a genuine interest and willingness to work hard to learn.
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• THE RIPON POLICE & FIRE PIPE BAND consists of thirty members, more than half under the age of sixteen, and they teach piping and drumming to anyone who would like to learn, free of charge. There are no special requirements. They are sponsored by Dunbar Bagpipes of Canada.
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• THE GOLD COAST PIPE BAND is Camarillo-based and a competitive band formed in 1999 by a group of award winning pipers for the purpose of becoming a premier performance band in the Ventura, Santa Barbara and Los Angeles areas. The band has performed on stage numerous times with the Chieftains during the latter’s US tours, and for the wedding of Sandra Bullock and Jesse James in Santa Barbara, as well as on the set of the most recent Ewan McGregor movie 'Beginners'. The band recently surprised "Cheers" star John Ratzenberger on his 60th birthday. Its members have played for the funeral of a fallen Green Beret at Arlington National Cemetery, played for the wedding of TV star Mark-Paul Gosselaar, and appeared on TV, radio and movie soundtracks.
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• PASADENA SCOTS brings bagpipes, snare drums, tenor drums and bass drum. Since their very first year, they have been a competitive pipe band, winning numerous awards and trophies, including the WUSPBA (Western United States Pipe Band) championship -- twice -- in grade 4, and are the reigning champs in grade 3 for the 2nd year. They have performed locally and internationally, traveling to Canada, Scotland and even China. In addition, they perform at private events and charity benefits, including numerous American Cancer Society "Relay for Life" events.
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MANY DANCERS, including the Fresno Highland Dancers, Clan MacLeod Dancers (Scottish Country dancing), The Downtown Dance Arts Irish Tappers, and more.
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• STORYTELLING AND BLACKSMITHING DEMONSTRATIONS, including the GYPSY TIME TRAVELERS (Michel Olson and Christy Horne) who have performed for millions of people across the US, traveling in their “Recreational Castle, Blacksmith Shop and Stage Rig.” They combine storytelling with anvil accompaniment and have created an award-winning stage show. In 2012, over 5,000 items were made and given away to audience members in free drawings following every show. Gypsies, Tinkers or Travelers as they were called across Europe and Asia, were the first of the traveling Vaudevillian style entertainers and the last of the traveling Master Craftsmen. Gypsy Time Travelers keep these traditions alive for future generations.
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• CHILDREN'S GLEN -- PIRATES TREASURE, sponsored by The Society for Disabled Children Featuring the Kern County Pirates. Visit a pirate encampment, hunt for treasure, enter the best dressed pirate costume contest and try your skill at a variety of free games and activities. Bounce House Playland, rock climbing wall and free petting zoo. Bring your friends and family for a swashbuckling good time. Children can pick up a passport from the KCSS booth to fill when visiting the Clan area and turn it in at the Children's Glen for a prize provided by the Kern County Scottish Society. Treasure Hunt Tickets $3 children 4-12. All Treasure Hunt proceeds benefit the Society for Disabled Children.
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“BAKERSFIELD HIGHLAND GAMES” that is, the games and all the daytime entertainment, run 9 am-5 pm. The evening Ceilidh (Celtic music party) is 6-10 pm. Tix for the Games OR the Ceilidh are $16. A combo ticket for both the day and evening events is $26. Seniors (age 60+) and students are $13 for Games. Children under age 10 are admitted free.
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THE EVENING CEILIDH begins at 6 pm. Performers include KRIS COLT & THE BLACK ROSE BAND and other Celtic bands.
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Sat, Mar 23; Fri-Sun, Mar 22-24, FESTIVAL, in Arizona:
Annual “OLD WEST DAYS” Festival at Old Tucson Studios, Tucson, AZ, includes performances by top cowboy singer and multi-instrumentalist SOURDOUGH SLIM. More at www.sourdoughslim.com.
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Sat, Mar 23; Tue-Sun, Mar 19-24, FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE, in Canada:
Annual “CANADIAN MUSIC FEST” at the larger “CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK” is part of Canada’s leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country’s music, media and entertainment industries. Combining three information-intensive conferences, a trade exposition, a film festival, a comedy festival, four awards shows, and the nation’s largest New Music Festival – CANADIAN MUSIC FEST – CMW spans a six-day period at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel and over 60 downtown Toronto venues, attracting participants from across the globe. Info, www.cmw.net.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Highland Park:
1 pm Monthly “OLD TIME MUSIC / TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FIDDLE & BANJO JAM” at Audubon Nature Center in Debs Park, 4700 N Griffin Av, Highland Park / Los Angeles 90031; off the 110 Fwy; 323-221-2255.
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Sat, Mar 23, in SFV (Reseda):
2:30 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY, Folksinger, plays the “TOPANGA BANJO FIDDLE CONTEST’s FREE COMMUNITY LIBRARY CONCERT SERIES” at West Valley Regional Library, 19036 Vanowen St, Reseda 91335. These library programs emphasize folk songs, both American and international, sung and played on stringed instruments, guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, dulcimer, recorder, and more; American, Appalachian, African-American, Civil War, Stephen Foster songs, the songs of Pete Seeger, The Weavers, Burl Ives, Woody Guthrie, Odetta and other icons of traditional music are often included. FREE concert.
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Sat, Mar 23, in OC (Yorba Linda):
Time tba “ORGAN DONOR AWARENESS CONCERT” with ACOUSTIC CONVERSATION and KELLY’S LOT, at Main Street Restaurant, 4902 Main St, Yorba Linda 92886. No cover.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Lakewood:
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, Mar 23, in Altadena:
7 pm BERKLEY HART, that marvelous, award-winning performing songwriter duo from San Diego, plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; Reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236.
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Sat, Mar 23, in OC (Mission Viejo):
7 pm BILL MIZE plays the second of two shows for the “LORD OF THE STRINGS CONCERT SERIES,” this one at the Mission Viejo Civic Center, 100 Civic Center Dr, Mission Viejo 92691; 949-842-2227 or 949-244-6656.
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Sat, Mar 23, in T.O.:
7 pm TROUT FISHING IN AMERICA plays a Children's show in the “PERFORMANCES TO GROW ON” series, at the Janet & Ray Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center, 2100 Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362; 805-449-2787.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Riverside:
7 pm TOM NEILSON plays the Unitarian Church of Riverside, 3657 Lemon St, Riverside 92501; 951-684-3511.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Pacific Beach:
7 pm EDDIE & MARTHA ADCOCK play the First Baptist Church of Pacific Beach, 4747 Soledad Mountain Rd, Pacific Beach 92109; 858-386-8459.
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Sat, Mar 23, in SFV (Woodland Hills):
7 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST VALLEY HOOT” in Woodland Hills; info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Ventura:
7:30 pm THE MILK CARTON KIDS return to Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137. This is just about the ONLY small venue this group still plays, owing to their fine receptions there before they became a national phenom.
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Sat, Mar 23, in San Diego Co (Poway):
7:30 pm ROBIN & LINDA WILLIAMS play the “SAN DIEGO FOLK HERITAGE” series at Templars Hall in Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd, Poway 92064; 858-566-4040.
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As they approach their 40th anniversary of playing together, the hot-pickin’ duo proves that their music is more dynamic than ever with fresh new songs and beautifully rich harmonies. Kicking ass and taking names as they do at every one of their live shows, Robin & Linda’s energy and passion is simply electric on this -- their most innovative and compelling album to date.
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Real Americana music, Robin & Linda’s new album features songwriting they tout as some of the finest of their career, from the haunting title track to poignant story songs like “Lonesome,” “Arizona,” and “Looking for Love,” to humorous tunes like “Tessie Mae” about their newly-adopted dog. Other highlights include their fresh covers of the country classic “Storms Never Last,” BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN’s “My Lucky Day,” and the moving a capella number “World Wide Peace.” Woven with their originals, Robin & Linda create a collection that speaks to love and hope, even in the darkest of days.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Santa Monica:
7:30 pm TIEMPO LIBRE plays The Broad Stage at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center Theater, 1310 11th St, Santa Monica 90401.
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Named “Best Latin Band 2008,” this group of seven extraordinary Cuban musicians came together between other projects to realize a musical dream, creating the first authentic all-Cuban timba band in the United States. Hence, the name Tiempo Libre, or "Free Time," which also translates into an exuberant dancing-in-the-aisles time.
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Go early at 6:30 pm for a pre-concert lecture by KPFK’s "Global Village" DJ and ethnomusicologist BETTO ARCOS.
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Sat & Sun, Mar 23 & 24, in Ventura:
7:30 pm MILK CARTON KIDS return to Zoey’s Café, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura 93001, Ventura; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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They’ve become major headliners all over the country since they began playing the smaller room at Zoey’s, and their homecomings – in the venue’s larger “Kenny Edwards Hall,” are big deals that sell-out quickly. One music lover characterizes them as “like young Everly Brothers, but contemporary.”
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Sat, Mar 23, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm THE GRATEFUL DUDES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Las Vegas:
EAGLES play the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, as part of a big tour. Yep, the whole band, DON HENLEY, GLEN FREY, TIMOTHY B. SCHMITT, & JOE WALSH.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Pasadena:
SOLD OUT: 8 pm JANIS IAN, who just won a GRAMMY, plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar. Get tix well in advance, as this will sell-out.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm MICHELLE SHOCKED brings PETE ANDERSON to musically celebrate her “Short Sharp Shocked 25th Anniversary Show,” celebrating the watershed album of that name, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $25. Get ’em well in advance, as this will sell-out.
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Sat, Mar 23, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm JERRY BURGAN (WE FIVE), DEBBIE BURGAN, & THOLOW CHAN bring their storied "Songs and Stories" from the days of WE FIVE and beyond, to The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.officialwefive.com/bioscombined.html. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Mar 23, in San Pedro:
8 pm APOSTOLIS ANTHIMOS TRIO plays 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. Plenty of free parking.
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Sat, Mar 23, in San Pedro:
8 pm ORQUESTA TABACO Y RON continues the Latin music series at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-6362.
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Sat, Mar 23; runs Sat, Mar 9 through Sat, Mar 30, in downtown L.A.:
L.A. OPERA PRESENTS: “THE FLYING DUTCHMAN” at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Conducted by JAMES CONLON, one of the foremost Wagner interpreters of our time, and starring TOMAS TOMASSON, ELISABETE MATOS and COREY BIX. The legend of the ghostly ship condemned to wander the oceans forever has fascinated opera lovers for hundreds of years -- and more recently, movie lovers. An enthralling score, illuminated by striking stage imagery, powers a thrilling journey into an unsettling, mythic world where a tormented spirit seeks true love as his redemption.
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Conlon leads a world-class cast in a mesmerizing production, new to Los Angeles, staged by the brilliant NIKOLAUS LEHNHOFF. Production from Lyric Opera of Chicago and San Francisco Opera.
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Best seats and pricing available for the Mar 9, Mar 17, and Mar 27 performances. Tix at www.laopera.com/season/Season-at-a-Glance/The-Flying-Dutchman.
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Sat, Mar 23, in Santa Monica:
10 pm MICHELLE SHOCKED brings PETE ANDERSON to musically celebrate her “Short Sharp Shocked 25th Anniversary Show,” celebrating the watershed album of that name, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $25. Get ’em well in advance, as this will sell-out. (Second show added at 10 pm.)
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Sun, Mar 24; Fri-Sun, Mar 22-24, FESTIVAL, in Arizona:
Annual “OLD WEST DAYS” Festival at Old Tucson Studios, Tucson, AZ, includes performances by top cowboy singer and multi-instrumentalist SOURDOUGH SLIM. More at www.sourdoughslim.com.
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Sun, Mar 24; Tue-Sun, Mar 19-24, FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE, in Canada:
Annual “CANADIAN MUSIC FEST” at the larger “CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK” is part of Canada’s leading annual entertainment event dedicated to the expression and growth of the country’s music, media and entertainment industries. Combining three information-intensive conferences, a trade exposition, a film festival, a comedy festival, four awards shows, and the nation’s largest New Music Festival – CANADIAN MUSIC FEST – CMW spans a six-day period at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel and over 60 downtown Toronto venues, attracting participants from across the globe. Info, www.cmw.net.
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Sun, Mar 24, 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, Mar 24, in South Pasadena:
11 am BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER plays his weekly blues brunch at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443.
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Sun, Mar 24, in SFV (Northridge):
1 pm EDDIE & MARTHA ADCOCK play the “Tamuras' House Concert, Potluck and Jam” series in Northridge 91325. Reservations get directions at 818-249-2969 or 818-400-8926.
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Sun, Mar 24, in SFV (West Hills):
1 pm Monthly “BLUEGRASS JAM” at West Valley Music Center, 24424 Vanowen St, West Hills 91307; 818-992-4142. Co-sponsored by BASC.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Long Beach:
2 pm SUSAN WERNER plays the Carpenter Performing Arts Center, on the campus at Cal State Long Beach, 6200 Atherton St, Long Beach 90815; 562-985-7000.
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Sun, Mar 24; runs Sat, Mar 9 through Sat, Mar 30, in downtown L.A.:
L.A. OPERA PRESENTS: “THE FLYING DUTCHMAN” at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Conducted by JAMES CONLON, one of the foremost Wagner interpreters of our time, and starring TOMAS TOMASSON, ELISABETE MATOS and COREY BIX. The legend of the ghostly ship condemned to wander the oceans forever has fascinated opera lovers for hundreds of years -- and more recently, movie lovers. An enthralling score, illuminated by striking stage imagery, powers a thrilling journey into an unsettling, mythic world where a tormented spirit seeks true love as his redemption.
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Conlon leads a world-class cast in a mesmerizing production, new to Los Angeles, staged by the brilliant NIKOLAUS LEHNHOFF. Production from Lyric Opera of Chicago and San Francisco Opera.
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Best seats and pricing available for the Mar 9, Mar 17, and Mar 27 performances. Tix at www.laopera.com/season/Season-at-a-Glance/The-Flying-Dutchman.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Tehachapi:
3 pm DAVE STAMEY brings his multiple top-award-winning cowboy music to Fiddler's Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-9994. Worth the drive from anywhere to see Dave play a small venue.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Altadena:
3 & 7 pm THE LONG RUN "EAGLES UNPLUGGED" 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”).
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3 pm show is sold out.
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Always a sell out here. An act that plays for thousands, doing the great hits of the Eagles.
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"We really love distilling these great songs down to their essentials and performing them with little more than a few acoustic guitars and our voices. It's such a satisfying reminder of just how exceptional the writing is and superbly-crafted the songs are. The Coffee Gallery Backstage and its discerning audience of music lovers is, hands-down, our favorite place to do our acoustic show," said a band member.
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The evening will highlight such time-honored classics as Take It Easy, Desperado, Hotel California, Lyin' Eyes, New Kid In Town, Life In The Fastlane, Witchy Woman, Tequila Sunrise, One Of These Nights, Already Gone, Best Of My Love, Peaceful Easy Feeling and many others. Tix, $25.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Torrance:
4 pm “A JOYOUS CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN DIVERSITY IN MUSIC” with Grammy Award-winning Banjo artist and singer CATHY FINK, and Bluegrass Fiddlers PHIL SALAZAR and LAUREN DONAHUE, and SIMEON PILLICH on Bass, together with THE SOUTH BAY CHILDREN’S CHOIR singing a collection of “Homegrown” Music, plus THE ALBERT MCNEIL JUBILEE SINGERS of Los Angeles performing Spirituals with choreography, at Marsee Auditorium, El Camino College, Torrance.
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One performance only. Tix on sale now at El Camino College Box Office; charge by phone, 310-329-5345 or purchase online at www.centerforthearts.org. Advance purchase reserved-seat ticket prices, $30, $20 & $10; additional service charge for phone and online orders; tix prices higher on day of performance.
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Sun, Mar 24, in West L.A.:
5 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “WEST L.A. HOOT & POTLUCK” happens in West L.A.; info and location at www.songmakers.org, or email WestLAHoot@Songmakers.org
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Sun, Mar 24, in Santa Monica:
6 pm “ST. PATRICK'S SEASON WRAP PARTY” with live Irish music by KRIS COLT and special guests, presented by FOILA and PubGuide.com with complimentary appetizers and no host bar, at O'Brien's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 2226 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310 829-5303.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Altadena:
7 pm THE LONG RUN "EAGLES UNPLUGGED" 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”).
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3 pm show is sold out. Always a sell out here. An act that plays for thousands, doing the great hits of the Eagles.
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"We really love distilling these great songs down to their essentials and performing them with little more than a few acoustic guitars and our voices. It's such a satisfying reminder of just how exceptional the writing is and superbly-crafted the songs are. The Coffee Gallery Backstage and its discerning audience of music lovers is, hands-down, our favorite place to do our acoustic show," said a band member.
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The evening will highlight such time-honored classics as Take It Easy, Desperado, Hotel California, Lyin' Eyes, New Kid In Town, Life In The Fastlane, Witchy Woman, Tequila Sunrise, One Of These Nights, Already Gone, Best Of My Love, Peaceful Easy Feeling and many others. Tix, $25.
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Sun, Mar 24, in La Crescenta:
7 pm TOM NEILSON plays the Unitarian Universalists of Verdugo Hills, 4451 Dunsmore Av, La Crescenta 91214; 818-248-3954.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Ventura:
7:30 pm MILK CARTON KIDS return to Zoey’s Café, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura 93001, Ventura; advance tix & info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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It’s their second of two nights here. They’ve become major headliners all over the country since they began playing the smaller room at Zoey’s, and their homecomings – in the venue’s larger “Kenny Edwards Hall,” are big deals that sell-out quickly. One music lover characterizes them as “like young Everly Brothers, but contemporary.”
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Sun, Mar 24, in San Diego:
7:30 pm BATTLEFIELD BAND bring their trademark Scottish music to the “AMSD Concerts” series at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego 92116; 619-303-8176.
Scotland’s great flagship band are musicians that others measure themselves against, and their new album ‘Line-up’ finds them fresh and invigorated, illustrating once again that they are among the most relevant contemporary composers and interpreters of Celtic music today.
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Under their banner 'Forward with Scotland’s Past', Battlefield Band have been a bedrock of talent for over four decades, and continue to lead the way for Scotland with their inspired fusion of ancient and modern traditional music and song.
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Founded by a group of friends in 1969 and named after the ‘Battlefield’ area of Glasgow, the band have now been touring and performing throughout the world for over forty years, playing to audiences in Europe,Australia & New Zealand, Asia, the Middle East, and Canada, as well as more than 60 cities annually in the United States.
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Ever evolving, over the years new members have brought with them new ideas, music, instruments, attitudes and influences, leading to continued creativity, freshness and enthusiasm. The new line-up includes young multi-instrumentalist Ewen Henderson, and has been received with great acclaim on their US, Canadian, and UK tours, as the group moves to a new, exciting period in their musical development.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Agoura Hills:
Time tba MIKE NESMITH at the Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Sun, Mar 24, in San Diego Co (Solana Beach):
8 pm GORDON LIGHTFOOT plays the Belly Up Tavern, 143 S Cedros Av, Solana Beach (San Diego) 92075; 858-481-9022.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT: 8 pm 2013 Grammy-winner JANIS IAN plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Culver City:
9 pm THE GET DOWN BOYS play Bigfoot West, 10139 Venice Bl, Culver City 90034.
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Sun, Mar 24, in Santa Monica:
11 pm Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” showcase ends the weekend at 14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica 90404; 310-451-5040.
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1) Monday’s MUSIC-on-TV:
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There’s a LOT of it – in the Guide’s “TUNEFUL TEEVEE” section, available in the sidebar at left.
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2) Monday’s CONCERTS, CLUB GIGS, SHOWCASES, & other LIVE events
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Mon, Mar 25, in San Diego:
7 pm BERKLEY HART play Swendenborg Hall, 1531 Tyler Av, San Diego 92103; 619-296-5662.
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Mon, Mar 25, in SFV (Burbank):
7:30 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly bluegrass residency at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has good Mexican food, full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl. No cover.
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Mon, Mar 25, in SFV (NoHo):
7:30 pm Weekly “OPEN MIC” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Officially, it’s “no cover,” but venue expects a donation. If you can’t go, you may be able to watch online, at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Mon, Mar 25, in Culver City:
7:30 pm “NEW WESTSIDE BLUEGRASS JAM” at Industry Café & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232.
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Mon, Mar 25, in Ventura:
7:30 pm “ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC” at Zoey’s Café, 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura 93001, Ventura; info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Mon, Mar 25, in Burbank:
8 pm CARBE-DURAND DUO play Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-845-2425.
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Mon, Mar 25, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm weekly “TALENT CONTEST” with CHAD WATSON, who also performs, at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. This long-running contest for country / alt country / honky-tonk musicians has great prizes and has opened doors for many of its winners. Plus, the place and this event are always fun. Preceded by free two step dance lessons for beginners and intermediate levels with Ed at 7 pm. No cover.
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Mon, Mar 25, in SFV (NoHo):
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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Tue, Mar 26, in Hollywood:
6 pm THE MILK CARTON KIDS play a FREE in-store concert at Amoeba Music, 6400 Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90028; 323-245-6400.
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Tue, Mar 26, in Downey:
6 pm Monthly “DOWNEY FOLK MUSIC JAM” at the Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior Center, 7810 Quill Dr, Downey 90242; 562-904-7223.
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Tue, Mar 26, in Ventura:
6 pm Monthly “VENTURA BLUEGRASS JAM” at 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura 93001, Ventura; www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091.
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Tue, Mar 26, in T.O.:
6 pm “THOUSAND OAKS SONG CIRCLE” at the Greenhouse Café, 652 Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91360.
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Tue, Mar 26, in Ventura Co (Camarillo):
6:30 pm SONGMAKERS monthly “CAMARILLO SONG CIRCLE” in Camarillo; info and location at www.songmakers.org.
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Tue, Mar 26, in San Diego:
6:30 pm Monthly “BLUEGRASS NIGHT” at the Boll Weevil Restaurant, 7080 Miramar Rd, San Diego 92117. Sponsored by san Diego Bluegrass Society.
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Tue, Mar 26, in SGV (Arcadia):
7 pm Weekly “SONGWRITER SERENADE” with performing host JC HYKE and a lineup of recording artists / singer-songwriters, all playing acoustic, on the heated patio at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant & Bar, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006.
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Tue, Mar 26, in San Diego Co (La Jolla):
7 pm TOM NEILSON plays a house concert in La Jolla; reservations get directions at 786-229-2275.
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Tue, Mar 26, in Signal Hill:
7 pm Weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.
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Tue, Mar 26, in L.A.:
7:30 & 10:30 pm REBIRTH BRASS BAND plays two shows tonight at The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, Los Angeles 90035; 323-954-9630.
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Tue, Mar 26, in Pasadena:
7:30 pm “WORLDS OF SOUND: THE BALLAD OF FOLKWAYS” explores the birth and evolution of what became the Smithsonian’s label, in a film screening and conversation at the Crawford Family Forum in the KPCC Radio Station complex, 474 S Raymond Av, Pasadena 91105. Presented by Grand Performances and KPCC.
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Tue, Mar 26, in L.A.:
Time tba THE MAVERICKS play the El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Bl, L.A.; 323-936-4790; www.theelrey.com.
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Tue, Mar 26, in OC (Laguna Beach):
8-11 pm Weekly “SONGWRITER'S SHOWCASE” with performing host BETH FITCHET WOOD, and a lineup of performing songwriters and some recording artists “with many different musical talents” at the Marine Room, 214 Ocean Av, Laguna Beach.
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Western music award winner JOYCE WOODSON, who played there recently, says, “Some have a great deal of professional experience and some are working up to that. Beth plays a 45 minute set first, (because she can) and then there are 3 or 4 other acts who do short sets. It's a very intimate setting, and all experiment with their new stuff. The audience is of the highest quality and the performers love playing for them.” No cover.
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Tue, Mar 26, in SFV (Toluca Lake):
8 pm Weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” at Timmy Nolan's Tavern & Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.
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Tue, Mar 26, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm An AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166. A real, live, fun honky-tonk scene with live music nightly. Preceded by free dance lessons at 7 pm. No cover.
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Tue, Mar 26, in SFV (Burbank):
8 pm “AMERICANA / ALT-COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK” music on two separate stages at 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 (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons). Two stages, one in the Front Room is always no cover, the other, the Riverside Rancho stage, may charge cover. Venue has full bar, serves good Mexican food, all ages.
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Tue, Mar 26, in Santa Monica:
9 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music to Finn McCool’s, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-452-1734.
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Tue, Mar 26, in Santa Monica:
9 pm “LIVE MUSIC NIGHT” at Sonny McLean's Irish Pub, 2615 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica; 310-449-1811. They boast “40 taps of great beer and cider, a nice wine selection and now a full bar.” Live music every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and sometimes it’s traditional Irish music. But be careful when you go, because they do Karaoke (aka the death of vocal music) on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays starting about 9 pm. Check their website to see who and what they’re booking, at www.sonnymcleans.com.
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Tue, Mar 26, in L.A.:
10:30 pm REBIRTH BRASS BAND plays two shows tonight (first at 7:30) at The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, Los Angeles 90035; 323-954-9630.
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Wed, Mar 27, in Ojai:
7 pm BATTLEFIELD BAND, one of Celtic music’s landmark groups, plays the Ojai Concert Series, Ojai Valley Woman's Club, 441 E Ojai Av, Ojai; 805-665-9952; www.ojaiconcertseries.com.
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Scotland’s great flagship band are musicians that others measure themselves against, and their new album ‘Line-up’ finds them fresh and invigorated, illustrating once again that they are among the most relevant contemporary composers and interpreters of Celtic music today.
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Under their banner 'Forward with Scotland’s Past', Battlefield Band have been a bedrock of talent for over four decades, and continue to lead the way for Scotland with their inspired fusion of ancient and modern traditional music and song.
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Founded by a group of friends in 1969 and named after the ‘Battlefield’ area of Glasgow, the band have now been touring and performing throughout the world for over forty years, playing to audiences in Europe,Australia & New Zealand, Asia, the Middle East, and Canada, as well as more than 60 cities annually in the United States.
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Ever evolving, over the years new members have brought with them new ideas, music, instruments, attitudes and influences, leading to continued creativity, freshness and enthusiasm. The new line-up includes young multi-instrumentalist Ewen Henderson, and has been received with great acclaim on their US, Canadian, and UK tours, as the group moves to a new, exciting period in their musical development.
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More at www.battlefieldband.co.uk
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More info on this event and online tickets at www.ojaiconcertseries.com or call Shane Butler at 805-665-8852.
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Tix, $25 advance, $28 at door; under age 15, half price at door. (Show may sell-out; advance purchase recommended.)
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Wed, Mar 27, in Santa Barbara Co (Santa Ynez):
7 pm 2013 Grammy winner JANIS IAN plays the “TALES FROM THE TAVERN” series at the Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez 93460; 805-686-4785.
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Wed, Mar 27, in L.A.:
8 pm THE MILK CARTON KIDS, plus ED HELMS, JOE HENRY, OVER THE RHINE, JILL SOBULE, & others, team up to play The Largo at the Coronet, 366 N La Cienega Bl, L.A. 90048; http://largo-la.com; 310-855-0350..
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Wed, Mar 27, in Altadena:
8 pm THE ROCK BOTTOM BOYS play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236.
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Wed, Mar 27, in San Diego:
8 pm THE MINERS play The Casbah, 2501 Kettner Bl, San Diego 92101; 619-232-4355.
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Thu, Mar 28, in L.A.:
7 pm “GILLI MOON AND SONGSALIVE! ARTISTS SHOWCASE” at the Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl (just E of Crescent Heights), Los Angeles 90035.
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GILLI MOON is a Hollywood-based Australian and self-described “poly-media artist” who delivers conscious music, art, films and self-expression in her energetic and expressive performances, media and prose. She is a singer-songwriter, recording artist, actor, author, motivational speaker and painter, a renaissance woman. Gilli (pronounced as with a "J") has created multifaceted music albums and live shows with an edge. iTunes has been unable to classify her music. More at www.gillimoon.com. The night is also Gilli’s birthday, so you can help her eat cake.
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Songsalive! is a non-profit organization supporting, promoting and educating songwriters and composers worldwide. A showcase precedes Gilli’s set, with several acoustic performances.
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Songsalive! performing songwriter artists are:
BRITTANY PEARL, www.brittanypearl.com
DANIELLE W CARTER, www.daniellewcarter.com
JONIE BLINMAN, www.reverbnation.com/jonieblinman
JULIA JUICE, www.reverberation.com/juicebandrocks
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More at www.songsalive.org/group/losangeles.
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Tix, $5 advance purchase at www.themintla.com/show.cfm?cart&id=90945. Any remaining tix available at door. Book a table for dinner by calling 323-954-9400. Seats may go fast. Bar standing room available.
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Fri, Mar 29, in Topanga:
7 pm MURPHY'S FLAW plays their monthly bluegrass residency at Froggy's Topanga Fish Market, 1105 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290.
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Sat, Mar 30, in T.O.:
Time tba SISTERS EASTER CHATECHISM brings very funny comedy at Countrywide Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks; www.CivicArtsPlaza.com; 805-449-ARTS (2787).
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Sat, Mar 30; runs Sat, Mar 9 through Sat, Mar 30, in downtown L.A.:
Closing night: L.A. OPERA PRESENTS: “THE FLYING DUTCHMAN” at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Conducted by JAMES CONLON, one of the foremost Wagner interpreters of our time, and starring TOMAS TOMASSON, ELISABETE MATOS and COREY BIX. The legend of the ghostly ship condemned to wander the oceans forever has fascinated opera lovers for hundreds of years -- and more recently, movie lovers. An enthralling score, illuminated by striking stage imagery, powers a thrilling journey into an unsettling, mythic world where a tormented spirit seeks true love as his redemption.
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Conlon leads a world-class cast in a mesmerizing production, new to Los Angeles, staged by the brilliant NIKOLAUS LEHNHOFF. Production from Lyric Opera of Chicago and San Francisco Opera.
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Best seats and pricing available for the Mar 9, Mar 17, and Mar 27 performances. Tix at www.laopera.com/season/Season-at-a-Glance/The-Flying-Dutchman.
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Sat, Mar 30, in OC (Anaheim):
Time tba Guitarist JESSE COOK plays the City National Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Av, Anaheim; 714-712-2700; www.thegroveofanaheim.com.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH TUMBLEWEED ROB & THE SOUTHWEST JUNCTION” at the “OUTWEST CONCERT SERIES” at Out West Western Boutique & Cultural Center, 24265 Main St (aka San Fernando Rd on older maps), Newhall 91321; www.scvoutwest.com; reservations (limited seating), 661-255-7087.
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• April 19, “An Evening of POETRY, STORYTELLING, & LIVE MUSIC”
• May 18, “An Evening with JASON "BUCK" CORBETT & FRIENDS”
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More on the “Live Music” tab at www.scvoutwest.com, including info on upcoming and past “SCVTV Concerts.”
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Doors at 7:30 pm for the best seats, concert at 8 pm. Light refreshments included. Tix are a “suggested donation” of $15.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm VAN DYKE PARKS, plus special guest TOM McDERMOTT, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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VAN DYKE PARKS, a remarkable musician, composer, arranger, and producer, is probably best known for his collaborations with BRIAN WILSON and THE BEACH BOYS, including the famed SMiLE album. Van Dyke has worked with such artists as U2, THE BYRDS, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT, HARRY NILSSON, RY COODER, BONNIE RAITT, FRANK ZAPPA, and RINGO STARR. He is also an extraordinary solo artist who has released seven acclaimed solo albums.
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Sat, Mar 30, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm CRAICMORE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Sun, Mar 31, in Santa Monica:
11 am “MATINEE KIDS' SHOW” with GROOVY DAVID at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $8; kids under age 2 get in free.
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Mon, Apr 2, in Santa Barbara:
Time tba Guitarist JESSE COOK plays the Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara; 805-963-0761; www.lobero.com.
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Thu, Apr 4, in L.A.:
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH NOEL PAUL STOOKEY” at the GRAMMY Museum. All proceeds benefit the GRAMMY Museum. Info and tix, 213-765-6803 or grammymuseum.org.
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Hosted by GRAMMY Museum Executive Director BOB SANTELLI, hear Stookey speak about his prolific songwriting career, the iconic “Wedding Song,” his eternally fresh musical outlook and the making of his most recent album, “One and Many,” which once again revealed his gift for connecting diverse contemporary concerns to inspired musical performances. Additionally, Stookey will take audience questions and perform a selection of songs.
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Sat, Apr 6, in Claremont:
2-4 pm 9th Annual “SPRING STORYTELLING CONCERT” with performances by storytellers NICK SMITH, ANGELA LLOYD, JOHN ST. CLAIR, RON CHICK, & ADRIEN LOWERY, presented by INLAND VALLEY STORYTELLERS, at Claremont Friends Meetinghouse, 727 W Harrison Av, Claremont.
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Storyteller and Caltech Folk Music Society concert co-producer NICK SMITH tells the Guide, “The Inland Valley Storytellers put on two shows a year in the Claremont area, with members from a larger roster. The spring one moves around, and the fall one is normally at the Folk Music Center the Saturday before Thanksgiving, in honor of Dorothy Chase. Most people don’t know that she was both a painter and a performing storyteller, back when she was running the store. Of these tellers, you know me. Angela Lloyd is even better than I am, and I don’t say that lightly. Seriously, she’s one of the few people who can get away with playing spoons or a washboard in the middle of telling a story. She plays several instruments, a lot of which she’s bought at the Folk Music Center over the years. The others cover a wide range of styles and backgrounds. I’m only sorry that we’re missing our other Ron, a retired minister who tells the most outrageous New England stories…apparently he wasn’t available for this show. [Still,] I think it’s going to be a really good show.”
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Sat, Apr 6, in San Pedro:
8 pm Acoustic guitar virtuoso TOULOUSE ENGELHARDT and special guest JOHN YORK play 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. Plenty of free parking.
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Sat, Apr 6, in Agoura Hills:
8 pm JOHN WORT HANNAM with SCOTT DUNCAN play “RUSS AND JULIE'S HOUSE CONCERT” series in Oak Park (in the Agoura Hills / Westlake Village area); 818-707-2179.
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Sun, Apr 7, in Santa Monica:
7 pm DAVID WILCOX at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Fri, Apr 12, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm RICHARD SMITH & JULIE ADAMS bring their highly acclaimed “Fingerstyle Guitar & Cello” concert to The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.richardsmithmusic.com. Tix, $15.
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Fri, Apr 12, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm VENICE plays a pair of “special acoustic shows” tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Fri, Apr 12, in Ventura:
8 pm I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. play Yolie’s, 138 W Main St, Ventura; www.HiHatEntertainment.com; 805-652-0338.
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Fri, Apr 12, in Santa Monica:
10 pm VENICE plays the second of two “special acoustic shows” tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Sat, Apr 13, in L.A.:
“LIGHT UP THE BLUES CONCERT: AN EVENING OF MUSIC TO BENEFIT AUTISM SPEAKS” featuring performers CROSBY, STILLS & NASH, STEPHEN STILLS, RYAN ADAMS, RICKIE LEE JONES, LUCINDA WILLIAMS, DON FELDER, CHRISTOPHER STILLS, THE MIRACLE PROJECT FLY SINGERS, and other surprise guests, hosted by KRISTEN & STEPHEN STILLS, with emcee JACK BLACK, at Club Nokia, at L.A. Live, near Staples Center, L.A. Doors at 6:30 pm. Tix, $38.50-$125, on sale Mar 15 at 10 am.
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VIP preferred seating packages went on sale Mar 13 on the CSN official website (details at www.crosbystillsnash.com). Seated Tickets ranging from $85 to $125 and Standing Room tickets for $38.50 go on sale to the public on March 15 at 10 am, available at www.AXS.com, charge by phone at 888-9AXS-TIX or 888-929-7849 (applicable fees may apply). Tickets may also be purchased from 10 am-5 pm, Mon-Fri, at the STAPLES Center Box Office (1111 S Figueroa St, 90015), or at the Club Nokia box office (800 W Olympic Bl, 90015), open after 5 pm on show days. No fees are charged at either box office. Additional sponsor packages are available through Autism Speaks. More info from Venas Matthews-Bazin at venas.matthews-bazin@autismspeaks.org.
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Sat, Apr 13, in SFV (Van Nuys):
7:30 pm PAUL KAMM & ELEANOR MacDONALD play the “NOBLE HOUSE CONCERT” series in Van Nuys. Reservations get directions at 818-780-5970.
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Sun, Apr 14, in San Pedro:
2-5:30 pm BERNIE PEARL concludes his blues residency at CRAFTED, a new arts venue in the Port of Los Angeles, at 110 E 22nd St, San Pedro 90731; 310-732-1270; www.CRAFTEDportla.com; www.facebook.com/Craftedportla.
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His two gigs here – including one that opened the venue -- went so well that Bernie was offered a monthly residency, second Sunday of each month through April.
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Bernie says of this new venue, "It's a great place to hear some acoustic Blues and to see what dozens of crafters are working on. Food and beverages are available. Parking and admission are free. I perform in the lounge area, where there are tables and chairs, and the live music is piped throughout the building. Take a Sunday drive to the scenic Port of L.A. and hang out for a while. I bet you'll enjoy it."
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The Guide adds that you can go in the morning and tour the Battleship Iowa or the Victory ship, both anchored on display in San Pedro, then go for lunch and great live blues music with Bernie at CRAFTED.
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Sun, Apr 14, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
3 & 7 pm (two shows) MICHAEL FLATLEY’S LORD OF THE DANCE at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $52 & $47.
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Sun, Apr 14, in Santa Monica:
7 pm STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN return from Colorado to Southern Cal for a show at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sun, Apr 14, in the SF Bay Area:
8-11 pm "PEACEFUL EASY FEELING 40th ANNIVERSARY TOUR" with performing songwriter JACK TEMPCHIN, writer of that and many other EAGLES hits, plus TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS, at the Freight & Salvage in Berkeley.
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Tix, $22.50 advance, $24.50 door. In an innovative move, those age 25 and under admitted at half-price. Senior discount is $2. More, and adv tix at www.nodepression.com/events/event/show? id=2342817%3AEvent%3A887715&xgi=5anUGMOPkCyHxq&xg_source=msg_invite_event.
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Mon, Apr 15, in Santa Barbara:
Time tba ARLO GUTHRIE plays the Lobero Theatre, 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara; 805-963-0761; www.lobero.com.
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Tue, Apr 16, in L.A.:
8 pm RODRIGUEZ performs at The Orpheum Theatre, 842 S Broadway, L.A.; 213-749-5171. Yes, it’s the musician profiled in the OSCAR-winning film, “SEARCHING FOR SUGAR MAN,” playing his only L.A. show. Yes, he can still sing and play guitar, and stir the longings of the soul.
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On OSCAR night, “Searching for Sugar Man,” the riveting music biopic and investigative journey of discovery by filmmaker MALIK BENDJELLOUL, won “Best Documentary Film.” It is the story of rejection, unknown fame for an artist living in obscurity, and remarkable rediscovery. It’s the story (so far) of remarkable singer-songwriter SIXTO RODRIGUEZ, a man for whom acclaim was delayed, but ultimately not denied. It’s a film about hope, inspiration and the resonating power of music.
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On February 6, the Guide’s editor attended a special “Reel Talk” screening of “Searching for Sugar Man” that included a Q & A with director Bendjelloul. (The Guide ran a “News Extra” edition on February 5, alerting readers of the chance to attend that special screening.) The film had just won at the Director's Guild of America (DGA) the previous Friday night, capturing the “Best Feature Award” at the International Documentary Association's 2012 “IDA Documentary Awards” at DGA.
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Musically, ithe film won the “Creative Recognition Award” for “Best Music” for RODRIGUEZ's original songs and BENDJELLOUL's additional score.
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RODRIGUEZ’s story remains one of the music world’s most unusual tales, reaching back to the 1970s. An obscure debut LP by a Detroit singer-songwriter becomes a source of hope and inspiration to the anti-Apartheid movement in South Africa. Now, the story of Rodriguez and his oft-bootlegged cult album “Cold Fact” is the basis for “Searching for Sugar Man,” the riveting new documentary by filmmaker MALIK BENDJELLOUL. Light In The Attic Records, in partnership with Sony Legacy, are honored to announce the release of the original motion picture soundtrack, comprising tracks from “Cold Fact” and its 1971 follow-up “Coming From Reality” – reissued in 2008 and 2009, respectively, by the Light In The Attic label.
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The story of RODRIGUEZ the musician begins back in the late ‘60s, when he was discovered in a Detroit bar by renowned producers DENNIS COFFEY and MIKE THEODORE. They recorded a 1970 album that they believed was going to secure his reputation as one of the greatest recording artists of his generation. Instead, that record, “Cold Fact,” bombed, and despite the release of a second LP, entitled “Coming From Reality,” produced by STEVE ROWLAND, fame eluded Rodriguez. So he drifted into obscurity, not knowing he was becoming the subject to some fantastic rumors of a dramatic onstage death.
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He was widely rumored to have died in bizarre ways, including a widely-believed version that had set himself on fire at the end of a performance for an audience that taked louder and louder over his singing. That was after he had faded into obscurity in the U.S. as just another singer-songwriter who failed to catch-on.
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But, unknown to RODRIGUEZ, “Cold Fact” took on a life of its own when a bootleg recording found its way into the repressive apartheid-era South Africa, where everyone – not just black citizens – were subjected to curfews, bans against public gatherings, and strict regulation of what they could see, read, or hear on radio and television. “Cold Fact” was banned by the government, and that set then stage for the album to become a national phenomenon that transcended generations over the next two decades. It was the soundtrack for a resistance movement of liberal South African youth.
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Meanwhile, back in Detroit, Rodriguez was working in construction and renovation, and disgusted with what he saw of government officials’ neglect of the poor and of deteriorating infrastructure, he even ran for mayor. All the while, Rodriguez remained totally unaware that he was not just a local folk hero, but had become an iconic household name – thousands of miles away, across an expanse of ocean.
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Decades passed. Then, two South African fans, STEPHEN ‘SUGAR’ SEGERMAN and CRAIG BARTHOLOMEW-STRYDOM, set out to learn, once and for all, what had really happened to their hero. Their investigation led them to a story more extraordinary than any of the many myths they’d heard. Their story forms the basis of “Searching for Sugar Man.”
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Thanks to two obsessed fans who simply set out to learn the man's true fate, we have an OSCAR-winning, acclaimed chronicle about the rediscovery of Sixto Rodriguez, and a context for rediscovering a remarkable artist in the man himself.

Rodriguez said recently, “I describe myself as ‘musico-politico’,” adding, “I was born and bred in Detroit, four blocks from the city center. Back then, I was influenced by the urban sounds that were going on around me all the time.”
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His artist’s perspective is undiminished. That is evident as he continues, “Music is art and art is a cultural force. As far as my work from Detroit comparing to the South African Apartheid, the similarities echo. The placards of the 1970s in the United States read things like ‘We Want Jobs,’ and ‘Stop the War’ – I was looking at the music from a working class perspective that was relevant, as it turns out, to the kids in South Africa."
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Doors at 7 pm. Tix: Balcony, $45; Orchestra / mezzanine / loge, $55; Gold Circle, $65. Tix go on sale Fri, March 1 at 10 am, at www.goldenvoice.com. Two ticket limit. Tix, $45- $65, plus service / handling fee.
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Wed, Apr 17, in L.A.:
8:30 pm DROPKICK MURPHYS with SKINNY LISTER and THE INSURGENCE play Club Nokia, 777 Chick Hearn Ct, downtown L.A. 90015; www.nokiatheatrelalive.com. Doors at 7:30 pm. Tix: Gen’l adm, $30.50 advance, $36 at door (if any remain); VIP Balcony / Pit, $36 advance only. Tix go on sale Fri, March 1 at 10 am, at www.goldenvoice.com.
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Thu, Apr 18, in Hollywood:
Time tba Annual “ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS” include HEART, the great sister duo of ANN & NANCY WILSON, who supplied mainstream rock with a steady and top-notch supply of acoustic hits from the mid ’70s through the ’80s, will be inducted, together with STEVE FOSSEN, MIKE DEROSIER, HOWARD LEESE AND ROGER FISHER, each honored for their contributions with the great music they created. MIKE FLICKER, HEART’s original producer, and singer-songwriter LISA NEMZO will be present at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood celebrating with them. More at www.rockhall.com.
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Thu, Apr 18, in Lancaster:
8 pm TWO CELLOS at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $29 & $19.
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Sat, Apr 19, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
8 pm “AN EVENING OF [WESTERN] POETRY, STORYTELLING, & LIVE MUSIC” at the “OUTWEST CONCERT SERIES” at Out West Western Boutique & Cultural Center, 24265 Main St (aka San Fernando Rd on older maps), Newhall 91321; www.scvoutwest.com; reservations (limited seating), 661-255-7087.
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Presented by SCVTV, the WMA California Chapter, and OutWest. Apart from the “Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival,” which begins Saturday morning after this event, this concert series has become the most prolific presenter of western music in recent years. OutWest Concerts are ’purt near monthly, but at press time, we only know of one more past this April event:
• May 18, “An Evening with JASON "BUCK" CORBETT & FRIENDS” (and more to come).
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More on the “Live Music” tab at www.scvoutwest.com, including info on upcoming and past “SCVTV Concerts.”
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Doors at 7:30 pm for the best seats, concert at 8 pm. Light refreshments included. Tix are a “suggested donation” of $15.
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Sat & Sun, Apr 20-21, FESTIVAL, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
Annual “SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL” brings top western music, traditional cowboy music, and western swing stars, plus the cowboy poetry that started it all, to Melody Ranch
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Sat, Apr 20, in VC (Moorpark):
Annual “VENTURA COUNTY BLUES FESTIVAL,” which was the “SIMI VALLEY BLUES FESTIVAL,” happens at its new venue, on the campus at Moorpark College.
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Sat & Sun, Apr 20-21, FESTIVAL, in T.O.:
Annual “SCANDANAVIAN FESTIVAL” with performances by ABBA GIRLZ and many others, plus dance, food, and culture, happens at Cal Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks.
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Sat, Apr 20, in Santa Monica:
8 pm BENEFIT CONCERT FOR FOLKWORKS, “celebrating the splendid diversity of folk / traditional music in Southern California,” with HOMESICK ELEPHANT, I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., TAIKO DRUMMING, MAMAK KHADEM with T.J. TROY ("world trance music"), SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND, RAMBLING HOUSE BAND with guests (Irish and Scottish jigs and reels), and emcee JOHN ACHORN, at Santa Monica YWCA - 2019 14th Street, Santa Monica 90405. Event info, benefit@FolkWorks.org or call 818-785-3839.
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• HOMESICK ELEPHANT, an old-fashioned husband / wife folk duo with fine harmonies. More at www.myspace.com/homesickelephant.
• I SEE HAWKS IN L.A., a California Country band w/ three part harmonies… lyrics musing on mortality, whales, and the geography of pre-apocalyptic L.A. More at www.iseehawks.com.
• TAIKO DRUMMING by the Taiko Center of Los Angeles plays an eclectic mix of taiko music with Japanese traditional instruments including shamisen (Japanese lute) and yokobue (Japanese flute) with touches of world music. More at www.taikocenter.com.
• MAMAK KHADEM with T.J. TROY, has been called "...one of the wonders of world trance music", by The Los Angeles Times. “Mamak Khadem captivates audiences by blending her roots in the ancient poetry and music of the Persian masters with a bold and revolutionary new sound.” – FolkWorks. More at www.mamak-khadem.com.
• SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND, "…one of the most beautiful voices in bluegrass and folk music today." – KPFK's FolkScene.
www.susieglaze.com
• RAMBLING HOUSE BAND with guests KIRA OTT & MAIRE CLERKIN, PATRICK D'ARCY, DAN CONROY and KEVIN McKIDD play lively jigs and reels and rousing songs from the Irish and Scottish traditions. More at www.facebook.com/RamblingHouseBand.
• Emcee JOHN ACHORN is a master teacher in commedia dell'Arte, having studied with Carlo Mazzone-Clementi; he was an original member of the Dell-Arte Company and was instrumental in the founding of the renowned Dell'Arte School in Blue Lake CA.
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General Admission $20; front rows reserved / limited, $25. More at benefit@FolkWorks.org or call 818-785-3839. Doors at 7 pm for refreshments and best seating, concert at 8 pm.
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Tix available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/352819 or by mail at FolkWorks, PO Box 55051, Sherman Oaks, CA 91413.
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Sat, Apr 20, in Santa Monica:
8 pm STEVE FORBERT, that famous folkie from Mississippi, plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, Apr 20, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm SLIGO RAGS, one of Southern California’s top acoustic bands, brings their "Trad and Contemp Irish and Celtic" to The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.sligorags.com/home.cfm. Tix, $15.
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Sun, Apr 21, pseudo FESTIVAL, in Torrance:
Noon to 6 pm “TRIPLE B STOMP & ROMP” special event, and Cajun blues band PORTERHOUSE BOB & DOWN TO THE BONE play 4-6 pm, at the Depot Restaurant, 1250 Cabrillo Av, Torrance 90501.
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Sun, Apr 21, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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“Le Salon's” series of eight concerts run every third Sunday through May 19, 2013.
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Wed, Apr 24 through Sun, May 19, in Ventura:
“LONESOME TRAVELER” returns for a 2013 run at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura. It’s a musical event that takes audiences on a journey down the rivers and streams of American Folk Music -- from the hills of Appalachia to the nightclubs of San Francisco and New York; from the 1920s to the 1960s. Written and directed by Rubicon’s Artistic Director James O’Neil, with Musical Direction and Arrangements by Dan Wheetman
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"Tom Dooley," "Goodnight Irene," "Puff, the Magic Dragon," "Blowin' in the Wind," and "This Land is Your Land." These songs remind us of a time when music brought us together; when it changed us. Lonesome Traveler is a World Premier theatrical event that takes us from the backwoods of Appalachia to the nightclubs of New York and San Francisco; from the mid 1920s to the mid 1960s. Experience the music that made history and the history that made music. Rubicon Artistic Director James O'Neil directs a seven-person cast of singer/instrumentalists. More when we know it.
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Thu-Sun, Apr 25-28, FESTIVAL, in NC:
Annual “MERLEFEST” in Wilkesboro, North Carolina; line-up includes THE AVETT BROTHERS, NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND, JERRY DOUGLAS, SAM BUSH, THE GREENCARDS, POKEY LaFARGE, DEL McCOURY, and the PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND, TIFT MERRITT, PETER ROWAN, MATRACA BERG, and many more. Saturday night will feature a special all-star tribute to DOC WATSON, who passed away in May, 2012. A tix give-away is happening on Folk Alley, at www.folkalley.com.
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Fri-Sun, Apr 26-28, FESTIVAL, in Indio:
“STAGECOACH FESTIVAL” 2013 at the Empire Polo Club, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio 92201. Festival info, www.stagecoachfestival.com.
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Once again, this mega-festival has an astonishing lineup. Folk-Americana, Western, Bluegrass and Classic Country artists include OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW, MARTY STUART, DWIGHT YOAKAM, RIDERS IN THE SKY, CHARLEY PRIDE, COMMANDER CODY, CONNIE SMITH, HAYES CARLL, JEFF BRIDGES & THE ABIDERS, JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE, LONESTAR, ROGER McGUINN, SONS AND BROTHERS, SUZY BOGGUSS, TANYA TUCKER, THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND, THE HONKYTONK ANGELS BAND, THE WESTBOUND RANGERS, THOMPSON SQUARE, WADDIE MITCHELL, WYLIE AND THE WILD WEST, AND THE ZAC BROWN BAND.
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Of course, the FULL lineup is much more extensive, Here it is, all performers, alphabetically by artist’s first name / first word of band name:
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Alissa Griffith
Becky Stark
Blue Sky Riders
Brown Bird
Charley Pride
Chris Shiflett and the Dead...
Commander Cody
Connie Smith
Darius Rucker
Dierks Bentley
Don Williams
Dwight Yoakam
Florida Georgia Line
Gabriel Kelley
Hank Williams Jr.
Haunted Windchimes
Hayes Carll
Jana Kramer
Jeff Bridges & The Abiders
Joe Nichols
John Anderson
John Reilly and Friends
Justin Townes Earle
Lady Antebellum
Lonestar
Maggie Rose
Marty Stuart
Nick 13
Old Crow Medicine Show
Phil Vassar
Riders in the Sky
Robert Ellis
Rodney Atkins
Roger McGuinn
Sons and Brothers
Suzy Bogguss
Tanya Tucker
The Charlie Daniels Band
The Honkytonk Angels Band
The Little Willies
The Steel Wheels
The Westbound Rangers
Thompson Square
Toby Keith
Trace Adkins
Waddie Mitchell
Wylie and the Wild West
Zac Brown Band
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The Acoustic Americana Music Guide has consistently celebrated the inclusive booking policies of this event. Sure, the Nashville pop-country award-winners are there, BUT, there is always a fine representation from the best of the Folk-Americana, Bluegrass, Western Music, and Alt-Country / Honky-Tonk world. With “country” radio so embedded in pop-country, this festival is a joy for Traditional Country and Folk-Americana fans alike, and with multiple stages, you can find your niche and ensconce yourself, or wander and explore other auditory horizons.
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STAGECOACH has come a long way in a few short years. There are “Buy Now” and layaway options for tickets, and Stagecoach now has a BBQ Competition, an RV Resort, campgrounds with jamming and organized karaoke, money-saving “family passes” to the festival, and plenty more.
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Beyond the jam packed musical lineup, there are other ACTIVITIES and fun things to do and see while at the festival. Inside the venue, you’ll find a FERRIS WHEEL, with fabulous views of the festival - additional cost may apply. A WIFI CENTER will offer web access with computers and printers available. In the festival’s Campgrounds, they organize karaoke in the camping activities tent, and there is a “STAGECOACH KARAOKE STATION.” If hearing all that nonprofessional catterwalling stresses you, they offer sanctioned professional MASSAGE ($1 per minute, chair massage). Even without The Who, you can show your prowess at Pinball and win daily VIP upgrades & merch. In addition to the live music, Country DJs offer tunes on the dance floor. Campers will have free SUPERMARKET SHUTTLES for anything you “can't find at the general store or the farmers market.”
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In addition, there are FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES for the kids, and a WORLD RENOWNED BBQ, with 30 national BBQ teams cooking 24/7 in the hopes of being picked as Grand Champion in the BARBEQUE CONTEST.
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The festival website offers organized carpooling and a CARPOOL CONVOY signup. Once you’re there, their RECYCLING PROGRAM has an economic incentive, letting you earn free water, wristband upgrades and more by participating.
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Tickets for STAGECOACH are “All-in pricing,” with a “What-you-see-is-what-you-pay,” no surprises policy that others need to emulate. Prices include all fees & shipping:
General Admission, $239 (limit of 6 per household)
Package P1, $1099 (limit of 2 per household)
Package P2, $799 (limit of 6 per household)
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Add-on VIP Parking is $100, for those who don’t want to face the walk from the far-flung parking lots. The festival notes, “ADA reserved seats will be an option at purchase while supplies last.”
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To order festival passes by phone, call 888-512-SHOW. Festival info and tix on the web at www.stagecoachfestival.com.
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Sat, Apr 27, FESTIVAL, in VC (Moorpark):
Noon-all day Annual “VENTURA BLUES FESTIVAL” with JOHNNIE RIVERS, PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES, Winners Of the “Ventura County Blues Society Band Challenge,” and many more, at Moorpark College in Moorpark. Info, www.venturabluessociety.org.
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Sat, Apr 27, in San Pedro:
7:30 pm TIM WEISBERG, a true Folk-Americana music legend, plays 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. Plenty of free parking.
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Sat, Apr 27, in Lancaster, a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $47 & $42.
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Sat, Apr 27, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm BERNIE PEARL, one of L.A.’s top resident acoustic Blues masters, backed by his longtime sideman MIKE BARRY, does a concert tonight and a workshop tomorrow at The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com.
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Bernie on guitar and vocals, Mike on bass. Bernie says, "Been a little while since we have been there, but the renowned Covina guitar shop provides a wonderful intimate space for players and audience, and we love playing there." Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.berniepearl.com. Tix, $15.
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Sat, Apr 27, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT: 8 pm THE PROCLAIMERS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $24.50.
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Sun, Apr 28, two WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS, in SGV (Covina):
2 & 3:30 pm BERNIE PEARL, one of L.A.’s top resident acoustic Blues masters, conducts a "GUITAR CLINIC" followed by a "HOW TO JAM" workshop, at the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020 / 800-BET-FRET; www.frethouse.com.
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Fri, May 3, in T.O.:
Time tba The GRAMMY-winning MARIACHI DIVAS play the Countrywide Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks; www.CivicArtsPlaza.com; 805-449-ARTS (2787).
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Sat & Sun, May 4 & 5, FESTIVAL, in SGV (Sierra Madre):
51st Annual “SIERRA MADRE ART FAIR” with two stages of music, lots of it folk-Americana / acoustic renaissance, and many painters, sculptors, photographers, and others exhibiting and selling their work, plus an indoor plant sale, a good variety of food vendors, and much more, sponsored by the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library, in Memorial Park, on Sierra Madre Bl at Hermosa Av, Sierra Madre. Free, all day, both days.
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Sat, May 4, in Santa Monica:
8 pm THE CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, May 4, in Lancaster:
8 pm “BIG BAND BLOWOUT” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $24 & $19.
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Sun, May 5, in OC (Costa Mesa):
3 pm PACIFIC SYMPHONY YOUTH WIND ENSEMBLE (PSYWE) plays a free concert and joint performance with the U.S. AIR FORCE BAND OF THE GOLDEN WEST in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall for their “Spring Concert,” at Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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Fri-Sun, May 10-12, FESTIVAL, in San Diego:
Annual “GATOR BY THE BAY FESTIVAL” with a Cajun and Zydeco live music lineup that includes GENO DELAFOSE & FRENCH ROCKIN’ BOOGIE, ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC, LIL’ WAYNE & SAME OL’ 2-STEP, & LAFAYETTE RHYTHM DEVILS. It’s San Diego’s yearly celebration of zydeco blues music and incredible Louisiana food. With top musicians performing, whether you go for the dancing, the blues, or the crawfish, it’s a fun time. Book your room early at the Sheraton next to the festival to get the $119 + tax per-night rate. Go to www.sandiegofestival.com for schedules and all the details.
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Fri, May 10, in San Pedro:
8 pm KRISTIN KORB, that beautifully voiced and stunningly beautiful upright bass player who stretches jazz into Americana, returns from Europe to play 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. Plenty of free parking.
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Sat, May 11, in Agoura Hills:
Time tba JUDY COLLINS plays the Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills; www.canyonclub.net; 818-879-5016.
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Sat, May 11, in Santa Monica:
8 pm ROLAND WHITE, a true bluegrass legend, at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $20.
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Sat, May 11, in Pasadena:
8 pm SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND play the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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Sat, May 11, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm BRIAN BOWERS, the most acclaimed "Autoharp Master" of our time, journeys to the West Coast and plays The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.bryanbowers.com. Tix, $15.
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Sun, May 12, in Santa Monica:
8 pm CATIE CURTIS at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $17.50.
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Fri-Sun, May 17-19, FESTIVAL, in Nevada:
1st Annual “HENDERSON CRAWFISH FESTIVAL” in Henderson, Nevada, between Las Vegas and Lake Mead, is a new one, produced by the same folks who produce the mid-summer “LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL.” More, soon.
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May 17, in OC (Laguna Beach):
Time tba LISA NEMZO plays the “SUNSET SERENADES” outdoor series in Heisler Park Amphitheater, Laguna Beach.
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Fri, May 17, in Santa Monica:
8 & 10 pm TOM RUSH plays two shows tonight at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497. Tix, $28.50.
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Sat, May 18, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH JASON "BUCK" CORBETT & FRIENDS” at the “OUTWEST CONCERT SERIES” at Out West Western Boutique & Cultural Center, 24265 Main St (aka San Fernando Rd on older maps), Newhall 91321; www.scvoutwest.com; reservations (limited seating), 661-255-7087.
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Sun, May 19, in downtown L.A.:
4 pm “LE SALON DE MUSIQUES” monthly CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES concludes today in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 5th Floor, L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org.
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Sat & Sun, May 25 & 26, FESTIVAL, in Simi Valley:
24th Annual “SIMI VALLEY CAJUN & BLUES FESTIVAL,” formerly “SIMI CAJUN-CREOLE MUSIC FESTIVAL,” brings performances by STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS, ANDRE THIERRY & ZYDECO MAGIC, BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO, J PAUL JR. & THE ZYDECO NUBREEDS, ACADIANA with THERESA RUSSELL, LEROY THOMAS & THE ZYDECO ROADRUNNERS, DAVID SOUSA & THE ZYDECO MUDBUGS, LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS, and an additional lineup of blues artists, at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 E Los Angeles Av, Simi Valley 93063. Info, 805-517-9000; www.simicajun.org.
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June, 2013
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Jun 1, in Lancaster:
8 pm JUICE NEWTON plays the 2013 season’s closing show at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster 93534; www.lpac.org; 661-723-5950. Tix $32 & $27.
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Thu-Sun, Jun 6-9, FESTIVAL, in Connecticut:
Annual “STRAWBERRY PARK CAJUN ZYDECO FESTIVAL” Preston, CT, has a Cajun-zydeco lineup that includes CURLEY TAYLOR & ZYDECO TROUBLE, GENO DELAFOSE & FRENCH ROCKIN’ BOOGIE, STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS, THE PINE LEAF BOYS, LIL’ WAYNE & SAME OL’ 2-STEP, SAVOY FAMILY BAND, JESSE LEGE,JIMMY JO, & PLANET ZYDECO. Go to www.strawberrypark.net/festivals/cajun-zydecofestival for details.
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Thu, Jun 13, in SGV (Covina):
8 pm THOM BRESH, “Merle Travis-Style Guitar Master,” plays The Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina 91723; 626-339-7020; frethouse@earthlink.net; www.frethouse.com. Doors at 7:30 for the best seats. More at www.bresh.com. Tix, $15.
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Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, FESTIVAL, in Ontario:
37th Annual “HUCK FINN'S JUBILEE,” the national award-winning Father's Day Weekend event, changes towns this year, moving to Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park, 800 N Archibald Av, Ontario 91764.
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Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, FESTIVAL, in Santa Barbara Co.:
Annual “LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL” at Live Oak Camp, in the Coast Range, NW of Santa Barbara.
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The line up is almost complete and they brag (with real justification) “we have some amazing acts coming your way for the 25th Annual Live Oak Music Festival Father's Day Weekend!”
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Performers include:
• JERRY DOUGLAS, 13-time Grammy winner, three-time CMA Musician of the Year and "The King of the Dobro."
• ROBERT EARL KEEN, Texas singer-songwriter and called "One of our nation's finest musical storytellers."
• STOOGES BRASS BAND, winners of the 2010 New Orleans Street Kings competition and Best Contemporary Brass Band at the 2011 Big Easy Music Awards
• RUTHIE FOSTER, rootsy rhythm, soul, rock & blues powerhouse who has also recorded a roots-of-bluegrass album.
• RUPA & THE APRIL FISHES
• DEAD WINTER CARPENTERS
• JOE CRAVEN TRIO
• RANCHERS FOR PEACE
• LA SANTA CECELIA
• TOM BALL & KENNY SULTAN
• INGA SWEARINGEN
• PHIL SALAZAR & THE KIN FOLK
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Save $10 off each adult full-festival pass if you order your tickets by SUNDAY MARCH 10th at www.liveoakfest.org, or 805-781-3030 (Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm).
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Fri, Jun 14, in VC (Newbury Park):
8 pm “FIRESIDE CONCERT SERIES” brings KEN O’MALLEY with his authentic and original Irish music, fabulous voice, and multi-instrumental prowess, for a solo performance; plus, another act, tba, at Borchard Community Center,190 N Reino Rd, Newbury Park 91320; more online at www.crpd.org/parkfac/borchard/fireside_concerts.asp. Hosted by Bob Kroll, sponsored by Conejo Recreation & Park District. Info, contact Bob at 805-499-2930 or folksgr1@aol.com. A good series; adults only, no children. Arrive early for a good seat. $9 at the door.
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Sat, Jun 15, FESTIVAL, in Claremont:
10 am-10 pm “CLAREMONT FOLK FESTIVAL” returns after a three-year hiatus, at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Gardens, Foothill & College, Claremont; 909-624-2928.
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Sat, Jun 15, in OC (Anaheim):
7:30 pm FREEBO and SEVERIN BROWNE play a co-bill at the Living Tradition Concert Series at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E Center St, Anaheim; www.thelivingtradition.org; reservations 949-646-1964.
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Sat, Jun 29, in San Diego Co (Encinitas):
7 pm KEN O’MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music, fabulous voice, and multi-instrumental prowess, for a solo performance at the “SAN DIEGO FOLK HERITAGE” series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas; www.sdfolkheritage.org.
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July, 2013
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Jul 4-7, FESTIVAL, in Oregon:
Annual “Waterfront Blues Fest” in Portland, Oregon brings 75 bands, from blues to swing and a Zydeco lineup includes CHUBBY CARRIER & THE BAYOU SWAMP BAND, LIL’ WAYNE & SAME OL’ 2-STEP, THE PINE LEAF BOYS, HORACE TRAHAN & THE OSSUN EXPRESS, TOOLOOSE, & ATOMIC GUMBO. Most of the 75 blues & swing bands had yet to be posted at press time. The fest is in Waterfront Park in downtown Portland, and brings over 20,000 attendees each day.
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Sat, Jul 20, FESTIVAL, in New Mexico:
Annual “WILDLIFE WEST FEST” includes performances by LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS
at 3 & 8 pm, plus workshops, at Wildlife West Nature Park, 87 N Frontage Rd, Edgewood, NM 87015. This festival benefits a charity for injured wild animals. More at www.wildlifewest.org/bluegrass.html.
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Fri-Mon, Jul 26-29, FESTIVAL, in Rhode Island:
Annual “NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL” in Newport, Rhode Island, with IRIS DEMENT, TROMBONE SHORTY, JIM JAMES. THE LUMINEERS, BONNIE “PRINCE” BILLY, COLIN MELOY, BLACK PRAIRIE, BETH ORTON, TIFT MERRITT, THE MOUNTAIN GOATS, SHOVELS & ROPE, ANDREW BIRD, SPIRIT FAMILY REUNION, THE FELICE BROTHERS, and more. Held at historic Ft. Adams on the edge of Narragansett Bay, the Newport Folk Festival offers three stages of music, plus surprise performances around the grounds.
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Sat & Sun, Jul 27 & 28, FESTIVAL, in Long Beach:
Annual "LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL" brings Cajun & zydeco and blues, including top bands from Louisiana, at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400 E Shoreline Dr (between Shoreline Village Dr & Linden Av), Long Beach 90802. More, soon.
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Sat, Aug 17, in Santa Clarita:
7 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “SANTA CLARITA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” in the park at 27150 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita 91351; http://arts.santa-clarita.com/Index.aspx?page=42.
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Sat, Aug 24, in Ventura:
7:30 pm Cajun blues band PORTERHOUSE BOB & DOWN TO THE BONE play the “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” series at historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Reservations recommended, these events always sell-out.
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Aug 30-Sep 1, FESTIVAL, in Rhode Island:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST” in Ninigret State Park, RI. Go to www.rhythmandroots.com for info.
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Sat, Sep 7, in Ventura:
7:30 pm LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the “MUSIC UNDER THE STARS” series at historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura; www.cityofventura.net/mus. Reservations recommended, these events always sell-out.
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Sat & Sun, Oct 5 & 6, FESTIVAL, in Culver City:
Annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL OF DULCIMERS” sponsored by Southern California Dulcimer Heritage. Details when we get them. More on dulcimer-based bands and dulcimer-related events, throughout the year, at that organization’s site, www.scdh.org.
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Sat, Oct 5, in Pasadena:
8 pm CHRIS PROCTOR plays the “CALTECH FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” series in Beckman Institute Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”) on the Caltech campus in Pasadena; 626-395-4652. Park in either of two lots at the end of Michigan Av, south off Del Mar.
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