FESTIVAL-CRRRAAAZY WEEKEND is here! -- June 14-16, 2013

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There are NINE festivals in Southern California this weekend, and more farther away. Egads.
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It's almost beyond comprehension how music genres that supposedly command mere niche audiences can produce such a VAST multiplicity and abundance of renowned artists playing so many music festivals on the very same weekend. But the demand by Folk-Americana music fans makes it happen, gloriously and oh-so musically. And we make it all easy to comprehend in this special and quite comprehensive "All-the-Festivals" edition.
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It's even possible to do more than one. We've spent one day each at HUCK FINN and LIVE OAK, and the multiplicity of Saturday-only festivals just invites you to venture forth on Sunday to one of the full-weekend festivals.
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So turn off the computer, grab the low-back lawn chair and the sunscreen, and leave extra food for the cat. Tally ho for the happy realm of the music festival!
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But don't dawdle. Most of these will sell-out!
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LIST OF FESTIVALS covered in this edition:
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• HUCK FINN'S JUBILEE, Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, in Ontario

• LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL, Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16, in Santa Barbara Co.

• CLAREMONT FOLK FESTIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, in Claremont

• BIG IRISH FAIR, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in OC (Silverado)

• OAK HEART COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, in Thousand Oaks

• ROADSHOW REVIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, in Ventura

• LOS ANGELES FILM FESTIVAL (includes live music), Sat, Jun 15; runs Jun 13-Jun 23, in L.A.

• HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL, through Jun 30, in Hollywood

• PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL, Sat, Jun 15 only, at the Hollywood Bowl

• SANTA CRUZ CELTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL / SANTA CRUZ SCOTTISH FESTIVAL / SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL / HIGHLAND GAMES & CELTIC GATHERING, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in Northern Cal  (Watsonville)

• FATHERS DAY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, in Northern Cal  (Grass Valley)

• CLEARWATER FESTIVAL, Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16, on the Hudson River in New York

• BONNAROO, in Tennessee, and on web radio, "CELEBRATE AMERICANA AT BONNAROO," Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16 (see write-up)
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Here are all the details on each festival, as only the Acoustic Americana Music Guide brings you.
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Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16,
FESTI
ntario:
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. Festival phone is 951-780-8810.

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Performers include:• MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER
• PETE WERNICK & LONG ROAD HOME
• LARRY STEPHENSON
• LEROY TROY
• RONNIE BOWMAN
• DON RIGSBY & KENNY SMITH AS RAMBLING ROOKS
• SPECIAL CONSENSUS
• THE HILLBENDERS
• DELLA MAE
• THE CENTRAL VALLEY BOYS
• SALTY SUITES
• DETOUR
• NEXT GENERATION
• WIMBERLEY BLUEGRASS BAND
• RILEY'S MOUNTAINEERS
• THE COPPER CANYON BAND
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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.
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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. They even offer motorhome rentals.
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The California State Arm Wrestling Championships also return to Huck Finn, in a separate area that's accessible to all festival goers.
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This festival features LIVING HISTORY. Go back to a time when mountain men still roamed America's frontier. Let the mountain men at Huck Finn take you on a journey into the past where you can experience the sights and sounds of what used to be, creating memories for any age.
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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 congratulate his family for carrying on with the same commitment as they continue to produce a model event.
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Check out the festival video at www.promo.huckfinn.com
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Complete schedule of performances for each day are available at
www.huckfinn.com/overall-schedule
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Get all the details and 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 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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They brag (with real justification) “we have some amazing acts [at] the 25th Annual Live Oak Music Festival Father's Day Weekend!”
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Performers include:
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• 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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Individual day tickets are still available. The adult full-festival passes have sold-out (we've been warning you for months to get 'em while they were still available). Get your single-day tickets at www.liveoakfest.org, or 805-781-3030 (Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm).
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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, 1500 N College Av (at Foothill), Claremont 91711. Festival phone, 909-624-2928.
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It's close to selling-out, so call promptly for your tix.
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With two stages of live music, plus workshops, kid’s activities, Garden tours, art vendors, craft booths, gourmet food and libations, the Claremont Folk Festival and its sponsor,  the Folk Music Center in Claremont, is joining forces with the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden in Claremont for a full day of events in an idyllic location.
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The musical line-up includes:
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• DAVID LINDLEY
• HENRY ROLLINS
• JANET KLEIN & HER PARLOR BOYS
• LEON MOBLEY & DA LION
• MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO
• ROUND MOUNTAIN
• GONZALO BERGARA QUARTET
• BLACK TONGUED BELLS
• TREMOLOCO
• ROSS ALTMAN
• PETER HARPER
• PHOEBE BRIDGERS
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More info at www.folkmusiccenter.com or www.facebook.com/folkmusiccenter.
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Email info@folkmusiccenter.com or folkfestival30@gmail.com
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Tickets are $25, children age 12 and under are free.
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Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Silverado):
Annual "BIG IRISH FAIR" at 5305 Santiago Canyon Rd, Silverado.
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Aye, darlin', it's a chance to be wearin' your green when it's not Saint Patrick's Day, and enjoying Irish music to boot.
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Featuring performances by:
• The Dublin City Ramblers
• The Fenians
• Dublin 4
• Kris Colt (of The Black Rose Band)
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Special Solo Saturday Only Performance by Kris Colt of Kris Colt & the Black Rose Band.
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Volunteer slots may still be available, and provide complimentary admission.
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Info & schedule, www.irishfair.org.
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Sat, Jun 15,
FESTIVAL,
in Ventura Co (T.O.):
1-10 pm Annual "OAK HEART COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL" features performances by big Nashville stars and benefits charity, at Conejo Creek Park South,1300 E Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks 91362.
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LineUp:
• Tracy Lawrence
• Jason Michael Carroll
• Steel Magnolia
• Shoemaker Brothers
• Ann Marie Boskovich
• Herrick Just Dave Band
• Justin Honsinger
• Cheap Rodeo
• Barbie Mabee
• The Walking Phoenixes
• Brad Kirsch
• Jameson Bass
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The festival is a non-profit charity event presented by The Rotary Club of Westlake Village. It is the largest annual country music festival in Ventura County.
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This year features a full day of live country music on 2 stages, with 12 Artists, a 21+ full bar area, a huge dance floor, food trucks, games and activities, a Kids Zone, local vendors, line dancing all day, special performances, raffles, and giveaways throughout the day.
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All-ages event. Tickets at event website. Adults $35, kids under age 12 get in free.
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Sat, Jun 15,
FESTIVAL,
in Ventura:
5th Annual "ROADSHOW REVIVAL" brings 15 bands on two stages to the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura.
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This festival has come so far, so fast, that the Guide is presenting this major, in-depth feature on it.
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What began as a "TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH" now features top acts in the rockabilly and acoustic roots genres.
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Performers include:
• CHRIS SHIFLETT & THE DEAD PEASANTS
• JUNIOR BROWN
• ROBERT GORDON
• THE BLASTERS
• SIDESHOW PREACHERS
• CASH'D OUT
• THE WALKING PHOENIXES
• DAVE GLEASON
• THE AMERICANS
• JASON CRUZ & HOWL
• THE CASH FIX
• CHARLES LAW & JAGGED
• ZIPPY JOSH & THE RAG TAG BAND
• THE VONETTES
• ALEXANDRA STARLIGHT
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Here are profiles of a few of the bands, of particular interest to the Guide's readers:
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• CHRIS SHIFLETT & THE DEAD PEASANTS are led by the guy best known as the lead guitarist for the rock band Foo Fighters since 1999. When Shiflett was 11, he started learning how to play the guitar, and was in his first band at age 14.
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The group's self-titled debut album shows a new, perhaps unexpected side of the longtime Foo Fighter lead guitarist: his skill at writing slightly dialed-down, infectious Americana-laced rock songs. The album is chock-full of soulful pedal steel- and twang guitar-accented songs steeped in his longtime appreciation of classic country artists Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, & Hank Williams, rockabilly practioners Gene Vincent, Elvis, & Eddie Cochran, and deep-rooted rock bands like The Replacements, The Rolling Stones, and X. The album, "Chris Shiflett & The Dead Peasants," sets aside Shiflett’s big guitar / distortion pedal / loud amp in favor of twangy electric guitars and his beloved Martin acoustic.
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The Dead Peasants can be traced back to preparation for a 2008 performance at the "Hootenanny," a punk-rockabilly festival in Orange County, CA. A short while after, friend Joey Cape (of Lagwagon) asked him to open on an acoustic tour. Inspiration struck, he began writing songs, and the repertoire would become the material for Chris Shiflett & The Dead Peasants.
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• JUNIOR BROWN, after discovering a guitar in his grandparent’s attic at age seven, developed some formidable chops by the end of his teen years, and a passion for Country and Western music. He sharpened his musical skills in small clubs across the southwest. “I played more nights in honkytonks during the 70’s and 80’s than most musicians will see in a lifetime…I did so many years of that, night after night, four sets a night, 15 minute breaks; I mean after that, you gotta get good or get out.” Despite the years, the success, and the huge changes in Nashville's country music establishment, Brown still prefers to refer to his music as “Country and Western” as it was called when he began his career. These days, Brown has built a reputation with his unique invention, the “Guit- Steel”, a double-necked guitar combining standard guitar with steel guitar, allowing him to switch instruments quickly in mid-song while singing. There are other Guit-Steel players now, but Junior was the first, and for many years the one and only.
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• THE BLASTERS blend of self-described "American Music" has always been a blend of blues music, rockabilly, early rock n' roll, punk rock, mountain music, and rhythm & blues.
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So it isn't right to call The Blasters a rock and roll music group. They were formed in 1979 in Downey, California, by brothers Dave Alvin & Phil Alvin (vocals and guitar), with bass guitarist John Bazz and drummer Bill Bateman. Dave long ago moved on to a solo career and various notable ensemble projects abd touring groups. But The Blasters and their ultra-loyal fan base remains.
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They have consistently received positive critical reviews, but have earned only limited mainstream success. Critic Mark Deming wrote of them, "the Blasters displayed a wide-ranging musical diversity [and] were a supremely tight and tasteful band with enough fire, smarts, and passion for two or three groups."
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• THE AMERICANS perform traditional American music and original rock & roll -- on banjo, resonator guitar, mandolin and 6-string. Formed in 2010, the Americans have toured all over the United States and shared billing with the likes of T Bone Burnett and Patti Smith. The band accompanied Grammy- and Oscar-winner Ryan Bingham on his Junky Star and Tomorrowland tours in 2011 and 2012.
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The Americans recorded "Sweet & Low," an original composition, for the ANTI- Records album "Sons of Rogue's Gallery," released in February 2013. Executive produced by Johnny Depp, the album features new music by Keith Richards, Macy Gray, Tom Waits, and Dr. John.
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The Americans' music is featured in the Michael Mann-produced film "Texas Killing Fields," starring Sam Worthington and Chloë Moretz. The soundtrack includes two original compositions by the band, "Kiss Your Eyes" and "When The Blaze Is Blue."
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In 2011 the Americans performed at the wedding of Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth, accompanying the newlyweds' first dance with a rendition of Bob Dylan's "Make You Feel My Love," followed by a set of original songs, early blues, and rockabilly.
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The Americans are Patrick Ferris (vocals, guitar), Zac Sokolow (electric guitar, banjo), Jake Faulkner (bass), and Tim Carr (drums).
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• ZIPPY JOSH & THE RAG TAG BAND are a three-piece rockabilly / all-acoustic punk group from Ventura County, led by guitarist and singer-songwriter Josh Handley.
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Over Zippy Josh’s 17 plus years in existence, a number of very gifted and talented band members have supported him. The Current Line up consists of Tim Kirkland (Special Day Class, victory33) on a stand up drum kit that's complete with pots, pans, bells and whistles; and, holding up the bottom end of things on upright bass and giving the music that rockabilly feel, Johnnyboy Flores (Keep Right, sector7g, victory33, theWAY).
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Although rooted in punk rock, Josh has always related with the style and sound of American classic folk. His influences include Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, The Violent Femmes, Social Distortion, and The Reverend Horton Heat. The combination of Josh’s strength as a writer and the technical and passionate expertise of the band as a unit gives their music integrity.
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The trio released their debut album, “Stupidville” on Screaming Giant Records in 1999. A few years later they independently released a fun 5 song EP titled “Excess Baggage” and after a long absence from the studio, are looking to lay down some new tunes with the current lineup.
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• SIDESHOW PREACHERS are not quite a revival, but a revival of American roots music generated by devotees of artists as diverse as Julie Miller and Gillian Welch, Gram Parsons, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Patsy Cline, Melba Montgomery, Hank Penny, The Louvin Brothers, Kasey Chambers, Ralph Stanley, Jimi Hendrix, The Davis Sisters, Emmy Lou, Ryan Adams, Lattie Moore, Dorsey Burnette, Nick Lowe, Jolie Holland, and Freakwater. Of their music, it's been observed, "Odd sounds seem to be coming from a dusty tent."
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• DAVE GLEASON proves that timelessness can’t be manufactured. Music either cuts across the years, feeling right at home in yesteryear AND the unfolding now, or it doesn’t. From the get-go, Dave Gleason has crafted songs and executed them in a way that hums timelessly, making country rock that’d fit in fine on a scratchy old turntable at Merle Travis’ house, blasting from an 8-track player in Waylon Jennings’ pickup truck, or serenading crowds during intermission at a Tom Petty show today.
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Gleason strikes down to country’s hard-beating heart and draws out the stuff that’s made folks turn to this music for comfort and delight since it wandered out of the Appalachians in the 1930s.
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Gleason’s new long-player, 'Turn and Fade,' coalesces his many charms into his strongest, toughest song-cycle to date. This is music for living on the ground, a soundtrack to carry us from paycheck to paycheck and coax a smile from the most down-turned days.
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The album "Turn and Fade" moves Gleason into the company of enduring stalwarts like Chuck Prophet, Peter Case and Kevn Kinney, as well as solidifying his place as one of the torchbearers for Merle Haggard, the Louvin Brothers, The Byrds and other country pillars.
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Not everyone can sell a line like, “If you’re going through hell, then stop by and see me.” Dan Forte, writing in Vintage Guitar Magazine, says of, “Turn And Fade," "… throughout, Gleason offers enough new wrinkles to stake his claim as more than merely another 'new traditionalist.'”
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Advance tix $25 gen'l, $5 youth, $150 vip.
Tix & more at www.roadshowrevival.com.
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Sat, Jun 15; Jun 13-Jun 23,
FILM FESTIVAL,
in L.A.:
Annual "LOS ANGELES FILM FESTIVAL" at the Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE, 800 W Olympic Bl, Los Angeles 90015 and other venues; includes live music events. Full schedule at www.lafilmfest.com.
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A FREE event will attract folk brass band and dance lovers on Saturday, June 15. ZLATNE USTE, the Balkan Brass Band that sponsors the "Golden Festival" in NYC, is featured in the dcumentary "Brasslands," premiering at the L.A. Film Festival. Michael Ginsburg, the band's leader and a founding member, has taught dancing at the  annual folk dance event in Laguna.
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At the "Brasslands" premiere, Sherry Cochran will teach dancing and Rakia Brass Band will play live, followed by the film screening, all FREE, even parking (by special arrangement).
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The outdoor screening event is at "7th@Fig" in the Plaza area of the downtown L.A. shopping mall and the event starts at 6 pm.
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Here's the "Brasslands"premiere schedule: 6-6:45 pm - Dance lesson with Sherry Cochran and live music from Rakia Brass Band; 7-8:15 pm - Balkan-style brass band concert with Rakia Brass Band; 8:30-8:45 pm - introduction of film; 8:45-10 pm - world premiere screening of "Brasslands."
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Los Angeles Film Festival has a "Brasslands" page at http://archive.iecc.com/url/52347d/http:www.lafilmfest. com/festival-film/br asslands/#.UZEp9yt4Zk0
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You can watch the trailer, and the movie looks good.
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Parking info and directions for this event at http://archive.iecc.com/url/d83da7/http:/www.lafilmfest. com/festival-info/at tend/#.UZWT38pWLqI
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THE BIG PICTURE: This year’s L.A. Film Festival is slated to be the best yet. That'll take some doing. Last year’s Festival screened a diverse set of nearly 200 feature films, shorts and music videos, representing more than 30 countries, along with signature programs such as our intimate Coffee Talks, live music events, free community screenings, a Dirty Dancing Dance-A-Long and 30th Anniversary screenings of "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial" and "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan."
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All the info and schedules are at
www.lafilmfest.com
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Fri-Sun, Jun 14-16;
Jun 13 -30,
FESTIVAL,
in Hollywood: Annual "HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL," the largest celebration of the performing arts in Los Angeles, brings an eclectic array of music performances. Tickets are on sale now. It's too vast to sort-out for you, and the Folk-Americana music offerings are not abundant. Check it out at www.hollywoodfringe.org.
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Sat, Jun 15,
FESTIVAL,
in Hollywood:
3-11 pm  35th Annual "PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL" at the Hollywood Bowl. 
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Line up:
• George Duke with special guest Jeffrey Osborne
• Naturally 7 with special guest Herbie Hancock
• Angelique Kidjo with special guest Hugh Masekela
• Olé Coltrane featuring Poncho Sanchez and his Latin Jazz Band with special guest James Carter
• Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band with special guest Lee Ritenour
• Gregory Porter
Robert Glasper Experiment
• Grace Kelly Quintet with special guest Phil Woods
• Pedrito Martinez Group featuring Ariacne Trujillo
• Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Jason Goldman
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Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16,
FESTIVAL,
in Northern Cal (Santa Cruz):
10 am-6 pm  It's a cornucopic omnibus of combined festivals, with the "SANTA CRUZ CELTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL" / "SANTA CRUZ SCOTTISH FESTIVAL" / "SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL" /  and "HIGHLAND GAMES & CELTIC GATHERING," combining at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 E Lake Av, Watsonville 95076.
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Use your browser on any of the festival's many identities and learn different facets if this remarkable event. Most links have parts if the music lineup. (If it was geographically closer, we'd compile it all for you.)
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Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16,
FESTIVAL,
in Northern Cal (Grass Valley):
Annual "FATHERS DAY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL" at the Nevada County Fairgrounds 11228 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley, CA 95945 209-588-6031.
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• RHONDA VINCENT
• MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER
• BLUE HIGHWAY
• SPECIAL CONSENSUS
• THE LARRY STEPHENSON BAND
• ALICE GERRARD
• BRAD LEFTWICH & TOM SAUBER
• DELLA MAE
• MELVIN GOINS
• WINDY MOUNTAIN
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Some acts commute between Grass Valley and Huck Finn in Southern Cal; the concurrence of the two festivals enables both to present top acts from East of the Mississippi River.
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Sat & Sun, Jun 15 & 16,
FESTIVAL,
in New York:
Annual "CLEARWATER FESTIVAL" hsppens at Croton Point Park on the Hudson River. This one was founded by PETE SEEGER. Info, www.clearwaterfestival.org
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The festival shares its name with the Hudson River Sloop "Clearwater," constructed and launched to promote the landmark cleanup of the river, and ongoing environmental awareness. Pete Seeger counts it among his proudest achievements, as did the late Fred Starner, a Southern-California-based banjo favorite.
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Word arrived May 15 of another departed "Clearwater" veteran. It was with sadness that the festival shared news of the passing of former Clearwater captain Albert Nejmeh, saying, "Beloved by many in the Clearwater community, he will be missed. Fair winds, Al, and thank you."
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You can ser a photo of Al (on the left) and Steve Stanne onboard the Clearwater in the 1980s (courtesy Thom Wolke), at:
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https://photos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/s600x600/947131_10151623118919683_326796520_n.jpg
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Albert Nejmeh was a firefighter by profession, and a ship's captain and musician by avocation. A story in the Tacoma, Washington newspaper has an embedded video of Al singing a song he wrote for a fellow firefighter, at:
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http://www.thenewstribune.com/2012/06/28/2198439/record-setting-career-with-tacoma.html
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We expect his passing will be noted at the festival.
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Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16,
FESTIVAL,
on web radio
and in Tennessee:
"CELEBRATE AMERICANA AT BONNAROO" is a web radio event in conjunction with the concurrent  "BONNAROO MUSIC FESTIVAL."
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A nationwide favorite event of the year is heavy on big (and not yet big) name Americana music acts. Check them out, and dig the lineup, with the new 26-song "Americana Bonnaroo" playlist on Spotify, at:
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http://open.spotify.com/user/maquilato/playlist/7pWxXxFLa1CdlfKGL6ldLO
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You may not get to enjoy that great Tennessee bbq, but you can save the travel costs and still taste Bonnaroo.
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Like, Wow, man.
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NEXT WEEKEND brings the annual "LONG BEACH BAYOU & BLUES FESTIVAL" (and more), so don't think you're done yet.
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There's more than festivals this weekend, too (believe it or not). The Guide will bring you PLENTY of info on concerts -- and other things to come -- in a separate edition.
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Meanwhile, you can check the Guide's last FULL edition, in the sidebar at left, or at:
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2013/06/two-weekends-chockfull-o-festivals-plus.html?m=0
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