Update! LIVE MUSIC EVENTS: April’s Concerts, Festivals, and MORE, through mid-month & BEYOND ~ April 9, onward… 2013

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OBSOLETE - this edition is no longer the place to be. It's been upstaged by the edition of April 13, 2013.
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As originally published, here it is, from the archive...
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Best bet for Friday, April 12 is DAVE STAMEY, the top award-winning western singer-songwriter (multiple wins, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Entertainer of the year, and more). Nothing beats Dave's full show, with two-sets of songs written and delivered by a master of solo performance. Go for the entertainment. Go for an education. At the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, at 8 pm.
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Below is the full edition as originally published ...
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Here’s the latest:
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Before we get to the live music listings and write-ups, there’s a new edition of “TUNEFUL TEEVEE,” good through April 16, and chockful of music-on-TV offerings. It’s at a separate click.
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The LIVE MUSIC SCENE in Southern California continues to be the best in the world. Tuesday brings two special events:
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(1) The “CARL PERKINS BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE,” an all-star show with ROSIE FLORES, JAMES INTVELD, BILLY VERA, DAVE STUCKEY, BIG SANDY & HIS FLY-RITE BOYS, OMAR & THE STRING POPPERS, CARL SONNY LEYLAND, and more, commencing at 8 pm at Viva Cantina, next to the L.A. Equestrian Center in Burbank. (See the listing.)
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(2) ROSS ALTMAN leads “REBELS WITH A CAUSE: A TRIBUTE TO PAUL ROBESON, MARIAN ANDERSON, & PHIL OCHS," 7-10 pm at The Talking Stick in Venice. (See the listing.)
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The best annual FESTIVALS are impending, and you should check the write-ups (use our site's "search" function, at the top of the page) to check for earlybird discounts, volunteer opportunities, and more, AND to make sure you get tix before they sell-out! Look for the SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL (April 18-21), SCANDANAVIAN FESTIVAL (April 20 & 21), MERLEFEST (Apr 25-28), STAGECOACH FESTIVAL (Apr 26-28), UPLAND LEMON FESTIVAL (Apr 26-18), TOPANGA BANJO FIDDLE CONTEST & FOLK FESTIVAL (May 19), SIMI VALLEY CAJUN & BLUES FESTIVAL (May 25 & 26), HUCK FINN'S JUBILEE at its new Ontario venue (Jun 14-16), LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL (Jun 14-16), CLAREMONT FOLK FESTIVAL (Jun 15), VENTURA BLUES FESTIVAL (Apr 27), SIERRA MADRE ART FAIR (May 4 & 5), GATOR BY THE BAY FESTIVAL (May 10-12), LOS ANGELES OLD TIME SOCIAL (May 16-18), LONG BEACH BAYOU, HENDERSON CRAWFISH FESTIVAL (May 17-19), WATERFRONT BLUES FEST (Jul 4-7), WILDLIFE WEST FEST (Jul 20), and if you're headed East, the STRAWBERRY PARK CAJUN ZYDECO FESTIVAL (Jun 6-9) and the NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL (Jul 26-29). More to be added!
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There’s PLENTY happening this week and more events announcing themselves in press releases every day. We have SOME updates in this edition, and we’re working hard to bring all of them to you soon. Now, on to The Guide’s presentation of LIVE MUSIC EVENTS ~
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Here’s what’s up, and check back for late-breaking updates…
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Tuesday, April 9
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Tue, Apr 9; Mon-Sat, Apr 8-13, pseudo-festival,
FREE, in Long Beach:
49th annual "CONGRESSIONAL CUP YACHT RACE" features free concerts, all FREE at Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier, #15 39th Pl, Long Beach.
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The pier will have a beer garden, rum bar, and seafood and barbecue stations. Some money spent on those items benefits children through local nonprofit Young Horizons.
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You're so close to the sailboat action you can shout to the sailors between races. The masts almost brush you as each pair of boats race by. Top ranked sailors from around the world compete in this, the longest-running sailing Match Race in North America. View the action from the "Congressional Cup Stadium" on the pier with bleacher seating, and snack bar and more available.
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There will be 10 skippers, who compete round-robin, going head-to-head against one another in pairs to rack-up points for advancement. They include Great Britain’s Ian Williams, ranked #1 in the world, who is going for a three-peat at the Congressional Cup. The others, and their rankings, are Laurie Jury (New Zealand, #7), Taylor Canfield (U.S. Virgin Islands, #8), Eric Monnin (Switzerland, #13), Simone Ferrarese (Italy, #15), Jordan Reece (Australia, #16), Mathieu Richard (France, #18), Adam Minoprio (New Zealand, #217), and Ed Baird (USA, unranked, but a former winner). The 10th skipper is the winner of the Ficker Cup, determined by a race the preceding weekend.
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The Congressional Cup winner receives the event's signature Crimson Blazer and the largest share of a $60,000 purse.
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As for the music? It's been hard to track-down, despite featured advertising that it's included. Saturday night is a concert by BOXCAR SEVEN (rhythm & blues, soul revue). Other bands perform throughout the event, though it seems to include multiple genres , and sometimes it's deejays instead. But the daily race viewing can't be beat, and it's all FREE.
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More on the race (but nothing on the music) is at www.thecongressionalcup.com.
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Tue, Apr 9, in OC (Huntington Beach):
6-9 pm Monthly “OC HAMMERED DULCIMERS” meet, sharing tunes and playing for fun, in Huntington Beach. Contact them to get address: bgershman@socal.rr.com
More on dulcimer-based bands and dulcimer-related events at www.scdh.org.
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Tue, Apr 9, in Ventura:
6 pm Twice-monthly “BLUEGRASS JAM” at Zoeys Café, 185 E Santa Clara, Ventura 93001; 805-652-1137; info, www.zoeyscafe.com; 805-652-1137 or 805-652-0091. This one is run by top players. No cover.
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Tue, Apr 9, in Venice:
7-10 pm ROSS ALTMAN leads “REBELS WITH A CAUSE: A TRIBUTE TO PAUL ROBESON, MARIAN ANDERSON, & PHIL OCHS," at The Talking Stick, 1411c Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net; 310-450-6052.
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"If you like James Dean, you’re going to love 'Rebels With a Cause,' musically hosted by Ross Altman," reads the promo. The evening features a fine lineup, with performances by talented and accomplished vocalist CAROL McARTHUR, NEIL HARTMAN, GIL LEIB, JILL FENIMORE, and EVA SCHERB accompanied by LOUISE QUEVEDO.
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Ross Altman is known for developing and performing thematic concerts that entertain and educate with music of times and artists who gave voice to the causes that defined them. The Guide has called him "a walking encyclopedia of protest and labor organizing songs."
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Tonight, Ross and company celebrate the musical legacies of three great Americans who aroused backlash in their times:
• PAUL ROBESON, the singer-actor-activist and racial equality pioneer born April 9, 1898;
• MARIAN ANDERSON, remembered for her Easter Sunday Lincoln Memorial Concert arranged by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt on April 9, 1939, after Marian was frozen-out of other venues because of the color of her skin;
• PHIL OCHS, the '50s-'60s political activist singer-songwriter who died April 9, 1976.
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No cover, 1 drink minimum (coffeehouse fare).
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Tue, Apr 9, 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 9, 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 9, in San Diego Co (Escondido):
7 pm Monthly “NORTH COUNTY BLUEGRASS & FOLK CLUB” at Round Table Pizza, 1161 E Washington Av (at Ash), Escondido 92025.
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Sun, Apr 7, in Altadena:
8 pm TIM WEISBERG, “huge international folk and jazz star,” plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; Reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236. Tix, $20. This’ll sell-out, so don’t dawdle.
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Tue, Apr 9, 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 9, 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 9, 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 9, in SFV (Burbank); a “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick:
8 pm “CARL PERKINS BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE” is an all-star show with ROSIE FLORES, JAMES INTVELD, BILLY VERA, DAVE STUCKEY, BIG SANDY & HIS FLY-RITE BOYS, OMAR & THE STRING POPPERS, CARL SONNY LEYLAND, and more, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com. This is one of the top concerts of the spring for devotees of trad country-inspired Americana music. 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 9, in Santa Monica:
CANCELLED; KEN IS LEADING A MUSIC TOUR IN IRELAND; RETURNS NEXT WEEK: 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 9, 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 10; Mon-Sat, Apr 8-13, pseudo-festival,
FREE, in Long Beach:
11 am-sunset 49th annual "CONGRESSIONAL CUP YACHT RACE" features free concerts, all FREE at Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier, #15 39th Pl, Long Beach.
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The pier will have a beer garden, rum bar, and seafood and barbecue stations. Some money spent on those items benefits children through local nonprofit Young Horizons.
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You're so close to the sailboat action you can shout to the sailors between races. The masts almost brush you as each pair of boats race by. Top ranked sailors from around the world compete in this, the longest-running sailing Match Race in North America. View the action from the "Congressional Cup Stadium" on the pier with bleacher seating, and snack bar and more available.
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There will be 10 skippers, who compete round-robin, going head-to-head against one another in pairs to rack-up points for advancement. They include Great Britain’s Ian Williams, ranked #1 in the world, who is going for a three-peat at the Congressional Cup. The others, and their rankings, are Laurie Jury (New Zealand, #7), Taylor Canfield (U.S. Virgin Islands, #8), Eric Monnin (Switzerland, #13), Simone Ferrarese (Italy, #15), Jordan Reece (Australia, #16), Mathieu Richard (France, #18), Adam Minoprio (New Zealand, #217), and Ed Baird (USA, unranked, but a former winner). The 10th skipper is the winner of the Ficker Cup, determined by a race the preceding weekend.
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The Congressional Cup winner receives the event's signature Crimson Blazer and the largest share of a $60,000 purse.
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As for the music? It's been hard to track-down, despite featured advertising that it's included. Saturday night is a concert by BOXCAR SEVEN (rhythm & blues, soul revue). Other bands perform throughout the event, though it seems to include multiple genres , and sometimes it's deejays instead. But the daily race viewing can't be beat, and it's all FREE.
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More on the race (but nothing on the music) is at www.thecongressionalcup.com.
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Wed, Apr 10, in Culver City:
6:30-9 pm Monthly “WEST SIDE HAMMERED DULCIMERS” tine-sharing and playing for fun at Culver-Palms United Methodist Church, 4464 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230. They’re in Room 6. Let them know if you plan to attend: email Barbara Gershman at bgershman@socal.rr.com
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Wed, Apr 10, in L.A.:
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH HAL WILLNER” 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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Tonight he highlights his latest album, “SON OF ROGUE’S GALLERY: MORE PIRATE BALLADS, SEA SONGS & CHANTEYS,” executive produced by JOHNNY DEPP and GORE VERBINSKI, a compilation two-disc recording of sea shanties featuring TOM WAITS, KEITH RICHARDS, DR. JOHN, PATTI SMITH, SEAN LENNON, COURTNEY LOVE, and many more.
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Willner's production credits include albums by BILL FRISELL, LUCINDA WILLIAMS, and LAURIE ANDERSON, MARIANNE FAITHFULL, LOU REED, MACY GRAY, BEAVER HARRIS & DON PULLEN, among others. Best known for having conceived, as well as produced many multi-artist concept albums beginning with “Amarcord Nino Rota” in 1981, through his three-decade long stint providing "sketch music adaptations" for Saturday Night Live, Hal Willner is not your average music producer. He has produced anthologies celebrating the life's work of LENNY BRUCE ("Let the Buyer Beware"), ALLEN GINSBERG (“Holy Soul Jelly Roll”), and CHARLES MINGUS ("13 Portraits”). Hosted by Vice President of The GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares SCOTT GOLDMAN, Willner will give an inside look into his fascinating career and highlight his latest work.
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Doors open at 7:30 pm. Advance tix, $20. All proceeds benefit the GRAMMY Museum. Info and tix, 213-765-6803 or www.grammymuseum.org.
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Thursday, April 11
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Thu, Apr 11; Mon-Sat, Apr 8-13, pseudo-festival,
FREE, in Long Beach:
11 am-sunset 49th annual "CONGRESSIONAL CUP YACHT RACE" features free concerts, all FREE at Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier, #15 39th Pl, Long Beach.
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The pier will have a beer garden, rum bar, and seafood and barbecue stations. Some money spent on those items benefits children through local nonprofit Young Horizons.
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You're so close to the sailboat action you can shout to the sailors between races. The masts almost brush you as each pair of boats race by. Top ranked sailors from around the world compete in this, the longest-running sailing Match Race in North America. View the action from the "Congressional Cup Stadium" on the pier with bleacher seating, and snack bar and more available.
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There will be 10 skippers, who compete round-robin, going head-to-head against one another in pairs to rack-up points for advancement. They include Great Britain’s Ian Williams, ranked #1 in the world, who is going for a three-peat at the Congressional Cup. The others, and their rankings, are Laurie Jury (New Zealand, #7), Taylor Canfield (U.S. Virgin Islands, #8), Eric Monnin (Switzerland, #13), Simone Ferrarese (Italy, #15), Jordan Reece (Australia, #16), Mathieu Richard (France, #18), Adam Minoprio (New Zealand, #217), and Ed Baird (USA, unranked, but a former winner). The 10th skipper is the winner of the Ficker Cup, determined by a race the preceding weekend.
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The Congressional Cup winner receives the event's signature Crimson Blazer and the largest share of a $60,000 purse.
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As for the music? It's been hard to track-down, despite featured advertising that it's included. Saturday night is a concert by BOXCAR SEVEN (rhythm & blues, soul revue). Other bands perform throughout the event, though it seems to include multiple genres , and sometimes it's deejays instead. But the daily race viewing can't be beat, and it's all FREE.
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More on the race (but nothing on the music) is at www.thecongressionalcup.com.
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Thu, Apr 11, in OC (Aliso Viejo):
Time tba STEPHANIE BETTMANN & LUKE HALPIN play the SOKA Performing Arts Center in Aliso Viejo. Details at www.stephaniebettman.com.
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Thu, Apr 11, in Hermosa Beach:
8 pm “NEIL YOUNG TRIBUTE” with performances by ANDY & RENEE & FRIENDS, several performers individually and collectively playing the songs of NEIL YOUNG, at Live At The Lounge (next door to the Comedy & Magic Club) in Hermosa Beach. Doors open at 7 pm for dinner, show at 8 pm. $20 tickets available at The Live At The Lounge website. This show is likely to sell out, so get your tickets soon.
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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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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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Thu, Apr 11, in WeHo:
Time tba DAVE STEWART returns to The Troubadour, 9081 Santa Monica Bl, West Hollywood 90069; www.troubadour.com; 310-276-6168. It’s a special “DAVE STEWART & FRIENDS” show encompassing Stewart’s body of work as a solo artist and founding member of THE EURYTHMICS. He’ll perform some songs from his upcoming album “LUCKY NUMBERS,” due for release later this year (exact release date TBA.) Tix for this show on sale at http://tiny.cc/ie6ztw.
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Friday, April 12
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Fri, Apr 12; Mon-Sat, Apr 8-13, pseudo-festival,
FREE, in Long Beach:
11 am-sunset 49th annual "CONGRESSIONAL CUP YACHT RACE" features free concerts, all FREE at Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier, #15 39th Pl, Long Beach.
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The pier will have a beer garden, rum bar, and seafood and barbecue stations. Some money spent on those items benefits children through local nonprofit Young Horizons.
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You're so close to the sailboat action you can shout to the sailors between races. The masts almost brush you as each pair of boats race by. Top ranked sailors from around the world compete in this, the longest-running sailing Match Race in North America. View the action from the "Congressional Cup Stadium" on the pier with bleacher seating, and snack bar and more available.
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There will be 10 skippers, who compete round-robin, going head-to-head against one another in pairs to rack-up points for advancement. They include Great Britain’s Ian Williams, ranked #1 in the world, who is going for a three-peat at the Congressional Cup. The others, and their rankings, are Laurie Jury (New Zealand, #7), Taylor Canfield (U.S. Virgin Islands, #8), Eric Monnin (Switzerland, #13), Simone Ferrarese (Italy, #15), Jordan Reece (Australia, #16), Mathieu Richard (France, #18), Adam Minoprio (New Zealand, #217), and Ed Baird (USA, unranked, but a former winner). The 10th skipper is the winner of the Ficker Cup, determined by a race the preceding weekend.
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The Congressional Cup winner receives the event's signature Crimson Blazer and the largest share of a $60,000 purse.
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As for the music? It's been hard to track-down, despite featured advertising that it's included. Saturday night is a concert by BOXCAR SEVEN (rhythm & blues, soul revue). Other bands perform throughout the event, though it seems to include multiple genres , and sometimes it's deejays instead. But the daily race viewing can't be beat, and it's all FREE.
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More on the race (but nothing on the music) is at www.thecongressionalcup.com.
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Fri, Apr 12, in San Diego:
Time tba STEPHANIE BETTMANN & LUKE HALPIN play a house concert in San Diego. Details at www.stephaniebettman.com.
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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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Saturday, April 13
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Sat, Apr 13; Mon-Sat, Apr 8-13, pseudo-festival,
FREE, in Long Beach:
11 am-sunset 49th annual "CONGRESSIONAL CUP YACHT RACE" features free concerts, all FREE at Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier, #15 39th Pl, Long Beach.
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The pier will have a beer garden, rum bar, and seafood and barbecue stations. Some money spent on those items benefits children through local nonprofit Young Horizons.
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You're so close to the sailboat action you can shout to the sailors between races. The masts almost brush you as each pair of boats race by. Top ranked sailors from around the world compete in this, the longest-running sailing Match Race in North America. View the action from the "Congressional Cup Stadium" on the pier with bleacher seating, and snack bar and more available.
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There will be 10 skippers, who compete round-robin, going head-to-head against one another in pairs to rack-up points for advancement. They include Great Britain’s Ian Williams, ranked #1 in the world, who is going for a three-peat at the Congressional Cup. The others, and their rankings, are Laurie Jury (New Zealand, #7), Taylor Canfield (U.S. Virgin Islands, #8), Eric Monnin (Switzerland, #13), Simone Ferrarese (Italy, #15), Jordan Reece (Australia, #16), Mathieu Richard (France, #18), Adam Minoprio (New Zealand, #217), and Ed Baird (USA, unranked, but a former winner). The 10th skipper is the winner of the Ficker Cup, determined by a race the preceding weekend.
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The Congressional Cup winner receives the event's signature Crimson Blazer and the largest share of a $60,000 purse.
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As for the music? It's been hard to track-down, despite featured advertising that it's included. Saturday night is a concert by BOXCAR SEVEN (rhythm & blues, soul revue). Other bands perform throughout the event, though it seems to include multiple genres , and sometimes it's deejays instead. But the daily race viewing can't be beat, and it's all FREE.
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More on the race (but nothing on the music) is at www.thecongressionalcup.com.
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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.:
Time tba “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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Sat, Apr 13, in San Diego:
Time tba STEPHANIE BETTMANN & LUKE HALPIN play the San Diego Folk Heritage series. Details at www.stephaniebettman.com.
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Sunday, April 14
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This day in history, two tragedies began. Today’s anniversaries of either or both may bring TV documentaries, but we didn’t find any when we prepared “Tuneful TeeVee.” Anyway, the disasters du jour are:
• On April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was shot in the head by actor John Wilkes Booth in Ford’s Theatre; he died the following morning.
• On April 14, 1912, the RMS Titanic struck an iceberg. She sank with great loss of life in thye early morning darkness of April 15.
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Sun, Apr 14, in Long Beach:
39th annual "LONG BEACH BACH FEST" presents its concluding concert, "Bach a Bacchus," the annual event pairing the music of Bach with wine sampling.
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This year’s performance features world-recognized classical guitarist MARTHA MASTERS performing innovative arrangements of some of J.S. Bach’s most famous works, as well as selections by Telemann, Tedesco, and Piazzolla.
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This annual festival celebrates the works and influence of Johann Sebastian Bach through a series of weekend concerts in various venues that began March 2 and conclude tonight.
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Tickets and info at www.longbeachcameratasingers.org.
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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 their first-ever 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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Monday, April 15
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On this day in history, two tragedies played to conclusion. (No, not your procrastination at getting your tax returns completed before today’s deadline.) Today’s anniversaries of either or both historical disaster may bring TV documentaries, but we didn’t find any when we prepared “Tuneful TeeVee.” Anyway, the disasters du jour are:
• On April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln died, after being shot in the head by actor John Wilkes Booth in Ford’s Theatre the evening of April 14.
• On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic sank with great loss of life, after striking an iceberg the night of April 14.
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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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Tuesday, April 16
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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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Wednesday, April 17
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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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Thursday, April 18
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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, FESTIVAL, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7-11 pm 20th annual “SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL” begins tonight, with “SADDLE UP!” an event centered around Senses on Main St (www.sensesonmain.com) in Old Town Newhall, with a FREE block party sponsored by the City of Santa Clarita on Main Street in Old Town Newhall. It’s an evening “filled with Country music, line dancing, gourmet food trucks, Western vendors, and the unveiling of the newest “Walk of Western Stars” markers for LEE MARVIN, STUART HAMBLEN, and RODOLFO ACOSTA (www.walkofwesternstars.com). Adult Beverages served on a cash and carry basis.
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Concurrently, at 8 pm, is the festival’s “COWBOY COUTURE” event, at the Repertory East Playhouse, 24266 Main St, Old Town Newhall, Santa Clarita; tix, $20 / on-stage seating $25, at 661-288-0000 or www.repeastplayhouse.org. Cowboy Couture is a “Western inspired, big city, cowboy-infused premiere fashion event of the year” that always kicks-off the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival. The “County rock and roll fashion show” festivities start at 6:30 pm with a reception in The Hydeaway Lounge, The exclusive full service cocktail bar for the Repertory East Playhouse, and the fashion show starts at 8 pm. It’s complete with “Western designer fashions, vintage cowboy apparel, and celebrity models.” You can shop for the latest Western wear before and after the show, at this “great opportunity to outfit yourself for the Cowboy Festival.”
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The festival’s major events happen Saturday and Sunday at Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studios, Gene Autry’s old Western town movie set, with multiple stages and top western performers.
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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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Friday, April 19
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Fri, Apr 19, FESTIVAL, in VC (Piru):
11 am “CALIFORNIO FIESTA DE RANCHO CAMULOS” includes a concert by award-winning western performer SOURDOUGH SLIM, at Rancho Camulos, 5164 East Telegraph Rd, Piru 93040.
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This event is in conjunction with the 20th annual “SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL,” with major events happening Saturday and Sunday at Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studios, Gene Autry’s old Western town movie set, in Newhall (Santa Clarita), with multiple stages and top western performers.
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Entertainer extraordinaire and the last of the vaudeville cowboys, SOURDOUGH SLIM performs in the Will Rogers tradition. His unique concert at Don Ygnacio del Valle’s estancia will highlight your afternoon at Rancho Camulos National Historic Landmark, the site that inspired the novel “RAMONA,” where the history, myth, and romance of old California still linger. Enjoy a Southwest Vaquero buffet, music, and costumed docent-led tours as you step back in time in the Santa Clara River Valley, an area that has taken to calling itself “The Heritage Valley.”
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Tickets for this Friday event are $55, and include lunch, tours, and the concert. All proceeds from today’s event benefit the nonprofit museum’s mission of historical preservation and education.
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Fri, Apr 19, FESTIVAL, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
11 am “WALKING TOUR OF THE WALK OF WESTERN STARS, HART PARK, & HART MANSION” at Hart Hall at William S. Hart Park in Newhall (Santa Clarita), is part of the 20th annual “SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL,” with major events happening Saturday and Sunday at Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studios, Gene Autry’s old Western town movie set, in Newhall (Santa Clarita), with multiple stages and top western performers.
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Enjoy a day in Old Town Newhall and at the William S. Hart Park and Museum with a tour of “The Walk of Western Stars” with markers for over 80 honorees including such legends as John Wayne, Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, John Ford, and more. Includes lunch, a tour of Hart Park and a private tour of silent movie cowboy star William S. Hart’s western art-filled Spanish Colonial mansion, concluding with a screening of Hart’s classic silent film, “Tumbleweeds.”
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Tix for today’s event package, $25 per person, at www.cowboyfestival.tix.com.
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Fri, Apr 19, FESTIVAL, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
6:30 pm “MELODY RANCH MOVIE NIGHT” at Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studio in Newhall is part of the 20th annual “SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL,” with major events happening Saturday and Sunday at Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studios, Gene Autry’s old Western town movie set, in Newhall (Santa Clarita), with multiple stages and top western performers.
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Enjoy an intimate western-style dinner under the stars and exclusive shopping on Melody Ranch’s Main Street, then experience a once-in-a-lifetime viewing of the classic film “THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE,” at Melody Ranch. Legendary actors Lee Marvin, Stuart Hamblen, and Rudolfo Acosta will be inducted into the “Walk of Western Stars.” Seating is limited and only ticket holders will be admitted to Melody Ranch. Guests can park at the Cowboy Festival Shuttle Site and ride the Shuttle to Melody Ranch for this event.
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Tix, $60, at www.cowboyfestival.tix.com.
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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 is happening in the same town, concurrently with 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 scheduled after tonight:
• 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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Fri, Apr 19, FESTIVAL, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
SOLD OUT: 8 pm “AN EVENING OF MUSIC WITH DON EDWARDS” in the William S. Hart Mansion, 24151 Newhall Av, Newhall / Santa Clarita 91321. This is part of the 20th annual “SANTA CLARITA COWBOY FESTIVAL,” with major events happening Saturday and Sunday at Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studios, Gene Autry’s old Western town movie set, in Newhall (Santa Clarita), with multiple stages and top western performers.
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Americas # 1 Western Balladeer and GRAMMY nominee DON EDWARDS brings his smooth, classic songs of the trail to the 1920s art-filled mansion of iconic western silent movie star William S. Hart. Enjoy an intimate evening of nostalgia in Hart’s living room for a personal concert with this legendary historian, author, and musicologist. Two of his CDs have been added to the permanent collection of the Library of Congress. Don sings of real cowboy life, from the heart. He will take you down lonely dusty trails, fight stampedes, break your romantic heart and make you wish you were back in the saddle again.
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Saturday, April 20
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Sat & Sun, Apr 20-21, FESTIVAL, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
All-day 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, on multiple stages at Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studio in Newhall / Santa Clarita. The site is Gene Autry’s Old Western movie set town, one of the world’s top festival settings. This is one of Southern Cal’s finest family-friendly roots / Americana music events. Full info coming soon. Plenty on their website, including advance 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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• 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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Thursday, April 25
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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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Friday, April 26
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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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Fri-Sun, Apr 26-28, in Upland:
Annual "UPLAND LEMON FESTIVAL" in downtown Upland. Entertainment this year doesn't appear very folk-friendly, but the event itself looks fun. Check-out the stage lineups at http://www.uplandlemonfestival.com/fp/events/LemonFestival/entertainment/stages_lemon_idol.asp.
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Saturday, April 27
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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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Sun, Apr 28, in Agoura Hills:
7 pm JOAN OSBOURNE, with MICHAEL ANN AZOULAI opening, at The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills 91301.
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Tix, $22 general admission, $47 "gold circle" seating by the stage. Buy your tix (cash or check) through Michael Ann and she does MUCH better, financially. She will MEET YOU, or certify mail once payment is received; michaelannmusic@gmail.com, for info. She adds, "The show is selling well, so please don't wait till the last moment if you want to go."
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May, 2013 (First Look)
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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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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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Thu-Sat, May 16-18, FESTIVAL, in L.A.:
Annual “LOS ANGELES OLD TIME SOCIAL” brings three evenings and one whole day of performances, workshops, jams, dances, and “old time is good time” music to several venues in L.A. Though produced separately, it’s become the annual lead-in to Sunday’s TOPANGA BANJO FIDDLE CONTEST & FOLK FESTIVAL, as well as a mighty fine event on its own. Details soon.
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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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Fri, 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 (Early Look)
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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” in 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 festival’s new home, 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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Under Don Tucker’s leadership, Huck Finn achieved multiple recognitions as one of the finest family-friendly music festivals in America. We expect his family will carry on with the same commitment and continue to produce a model event.
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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 is the annual benefit for Santa Barbara / Central Coast public radio, and a superbly well-produced all-ages event with a gently bohemian feel. Get out your tie-dyes, or buy them there.
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The lineup 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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Order your adult full-festival pass while they’re still available (they do sell-out) or your single-day tickets 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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Admission, $16 ($13 for Living Tradition members); one child under age 18 is free with each paid adult.
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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 (Early Look)
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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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Our Cajun-zydeco dance friends tell us, “If flying in, best to avoid a rental car & parking fees in downtown. Options for rooms include www.hotwire.com for a 3-star hotel ($68) at the airport (with shuttle from terminal) within walking distance to the Cascade light rail station. To / from downtown takes 45 minutes, and drops you 4 short blocks from the fest. [Another option is the] University Place Hotel (www.uplacehotel.com) for $113 / night, including tax & breakfast, ten blocks from the fest.” They also suggest the PSU campus dorm rooms with bath & amenities, $56 to $66 / night, 12 blocks from the fest; www.pdx.edu/conferences/stay-us, where you can click on “individual stay contract” for details.
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Hotels across the street from the fest include the Marriott and Hotel 50. Both are over $150 / night. The Hilton Hotel (6 blocks away) may be willing to bargain if you arrive without reservations and they have empty rooms.
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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 (Early Look)
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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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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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