Friday's Music, other than all those Weekend Festivals -- June 14, 2013

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The whole scene is here. First, A LATE ADDITION...
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Fri, Jun 14, in Arcadia:
8 pm GUITAR JACK, plus the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia.
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Good food with generous portions; full bar. Take earplugs. Seriously. Reasonable cover charge.
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Now, here's the edition
as originally published.
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YES, VIRGINIA, there IS more happening than just those festivals. Here's what else is up, today and tonight.
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Friday, June 14, 2013:
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Friday's Sections:
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1)  Festivals this weekend
2)  Festival special on web radio
3)  Concerts, Club Gigs, Coffee Houses, and other notable live performances and events
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1)  FESTIVALS this weekend:
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This is just a LIST OF FESTIVALS covered IN DETAIL in the Guide's separate edition:

• 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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2)  Festival special on web radio
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Fri, Jun 14; Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16, web radio for
FESTIVAL,
in Tennessee:
CELEBRATE AMERICANA AT "BONNAROO" or just dig the Bonnaroo 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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3)  Concerts, Club Gigs, Coffee Houses, and other notable live performances and events
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Fri, Jun 14;  ongoing, in L.A.:
Daily "RINGO: PEACE & LOVE," a major temporary exhibition, is at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles 90015. Tix and info, 213-765-6800; www.grammymuseum.org.
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The Guide ran a full feature story in the June 12 edition, available in the sidebar at left.
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It isn't just the first major exhibition to explore the life and extraordinary career of seven-time GRAMMY Award® winner and iconic BEATLE RINGO STARR. It's also the first major exhibit anywhere, ever dedicated to a drummer. The GRAMMY Museum put this together in cooperation with Ringo Starr himself. Available, including a special 17-minute film, with museum admission.
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Entrance is on Figueroa, just S of Olympic (official address is 800 W Olympic Bl, Suite A245). It's one block from STAPLES Center.  You can walk from the Red Line subway or the Blue Line light rail's Chic Hearne Station and avoid expensive parking fees in the area.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Burbank:
1:30-3:30 pm  Sensational 15-piece aggregation THE WOODY JAMES BIG BAND, kicks off a wild weekend at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank. Free.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Redondo Beach:
6:30-9:30 pm ANDY & RENEE (of Hard Rain, voted the South Bay's best band), play their weekly residency at On The Rocks, 239 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Arcadia:
7-10 pm J.C. HYKE plays a release show for his new single, "White Picket Fence," at Matt Denny's Ale House, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006.
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He hosts the weekly "Songwriter Serenade" at the same venue.
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J.C. will play a mix of originals and cover songs, and he invites his singer-songwriter friends to "Come up and sing a song or two. Covers are OK since this is not a Serenade show. I'll have a sign up sheet. I'll bring some folks up during my breaks. Should be fun. Join me with some pickin', harmonies, shaker or the spoons. Let's make it a party!"
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More at www.JCHyke.com.
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Fri, Jun 14, in San Pedro:
7 pm SIMON SPALDING with JAMES HENDRICKS play sea chanteys at The Whale & Ale Pub, 327 West 7th St  San Pedro 90731; 310-832-0363.
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Fri, Jun 14, in OC (Dana Point):
7:30 pm FRANK VIGNOLA plays the first of two shows for the "Lord Of The Strings Concert Series," this one at the Dana Point Community House  24642 San Juan St, Dana Point 92629; tix, 949-842-2227 or 949-244-6656.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm TRISH LESTER (of the WOMEN ON THE MOVE TRIO) plays The Chalice Center, 22916 Lyons Av, Unit 2B, Newhall 91321.
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Trish will share her original songs and some familiar tunes from favorite artists, such as John Denver, Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell. Family friendly music, older kids and teens welcome.
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Sponsored by the Unitarian Universalists of Santa Clarita (www.UUofSCV.org). Call Erik Felker at 818-845-0164 with questions or to reserve a seat. Seating is limited. Doors at 7 pm.
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Suggested donation $10 in advance; $12 at the door if seats remain. More at www.TrishLester.com.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Hollywood:
8 pm "BENEFIT FOR HOLLYWOOD ORCHARD" at the Besant Lodge, 2560 Beachwood Dr, Hollywood.
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Performances by :
• MOIRA SMILEY & VOCO
• ROUND MOUNTAIN
• SALLY DWORSKY
• RICHARD GOLDMAN
• PETER HASTINGS
• BRENDAN HUGHES
• JASON MANDELL
• CHRISTIE MELLOR
• ANDY TABB
• KRISTEN TOEDTMAN
• MAGGIE WHEELER
• THE SWEET SET (Celtic fiddle trio)
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Plus, more artists are performing that evening, beyond who is listed. We know that DEBRA DOBKIN is playing with Andy Tabb and Marty Axelrod, and sitting in with Moira Smiley & VOCO.
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Proceeds support the gorgeous Hollywood Orchard.
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Tix $20, at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/385697
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Fri, Jun 14, in Culver City:
8 pm THOM BRESH, “Merle Travis-Style Guitar Master,” plays Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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Thom Bresh is rated as one of the top guitarists in the world. He's a singer with a voice firmly rooted in the deep south, and a great live performer who has recorded and performed with Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, Merle Haggard, Doc Watson, Tommy Emmanuel, and of course his late father, Merle Travis, and many others.  The Guide saw Thom last week at the Coffee Gallery Backstage.
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This concert is highly recommended.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Altadena:
8 pm DEANNA D’AMICO-WHITE with AARON LOHR, and Kurt “Keys” Fries, at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations (10 am-10 pm) 626-798-6236.
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Deanna D’Amico-White brings her co-writer,co-producer and keyboard player Kurt "Keys" Fries, and the stage presence she developed headlining for Tokyo Disney, Opryland in Nashville, and venues around the world.
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She has also performed on the main stage at City Walk, opening for Tiffany and as the featured artist.
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She has two CD’s, “A Song For Me & You,” and “When I Play My Guitar,” and is now working on a children’s CD which will be out soon.
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Deanna brings a fresh, energetic approach to positive, insightful songs, through true stories and personal experiences.
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More at www.deannadamico-white.com
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Aaron Lohr is a top-notch vocalist who brings a plaintive, yet powerful, style to his R&B flavored originals and classic covers. His performances are enticing and riveting. He has appeared in many Disney films, including “Newsies” and “The Mighty Ducks”. He portrayed Steve in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical “Rent.” He recently guest starred in “Law and Order” and “The Mentalist”. With co-writer and producer Mark Marino, he has just finished his first CD, “Bright Blue Day”.
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Tix, $15.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT: 8 pm RUTHIE FOSTER plus special guest Jordie Lane at McCabe's, 3101 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica; 310-828-4403 or 310-828-4497. Tix, $17.50.
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Fri, Jun 14, in VC (Newbury Park):
8 pm "FIRESIDE CONCERT SERIES" brings a fine acoustic lineup with ROBBY LONGLEY, the RESTLESS HILLFILLIES, and KEN O’MALLEY, at the Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Rd (at Borchard), Newbury Park.
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Fireside brings a three-headliner evening, opening with country-bluegrass genre, moving to incredible Gypsy Flamenco, and then to authentic Irish music and intriguing stories as only a native of Ireland can perform them.
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Host Bob Kroll tells us, "We've installed a new spotlight system that will show our entertainers, on stage, in a 'good light' instead of those crazy blinding colors! What a difference!"
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RESTLESS HILLFILLIES were voted #1 Folk /Bluegrass band in the 2012 VC Music Awards. It’s folk and bluegrass music with a tale to tell. With years of research and oral interviews of pioneer families and local historians in an historical preservation project called Turn Back the Pages, Ventura County songwriters have penned a slew of wonderful songs. A fine article about the history songs can be read online in the VC Star. Bustin’ out of the stalls are seasoned Americana musicians: Mary Z. Wilson, Rosie Tower, Karen Orser, Barney Tower, and Dan Wilson. You’ll get your toes a-tappin’ with a smile in your heart. More at www.restlesshillfillies.com
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ROBBY LONGLEY, aka Robert Earl Longley, is also known as ‘Robby’ by his friends and fans. He is a world-class guitarist and orchestral composer. His original compositions include nine of his own CD’s and four theatrical films, one of which was a live, improvisational performance. Robby’s concert material is a presentation of masterfully executed finger-style techniques on the flamenco guitar. In the beginning, Robby played in rock bands throughout high school. Later, he briefly switched to the folk music circuit and eventually toured in a band, performing top 40 tunes on electric guitar. Remembering his childhood, these influences turned into his own finger style technique and sound. In 1990, he picked up the flamenco guitar, entered eight local guitar competitions in LA and within a two years period, took first place honors in all eight! Robby has appeared on the Jay Leno Show, Latin Grammy Awards, Mandalay Bay Las Vegas Show to a crowd of 7,500, which, according to show producer Ian Seeberg, he receiving two standing ovations! By invitation, he has played for famed classical guitarist Christopher Parkening. Robby has performed at Fireside for over 13 years – they are pleased to once again present this highly talented guitar virtuoso.
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KEN O’MALLEY: As a solo artist, Ken O’Malley easily commands the room; Quickly drawing the audience in, it is no wonder that the Irish News describes him “without question, as the single most enduring, influential and proficient of all Irish musicians in Southern California” and the University of St. Thomas at Houston acknowledges him to be "widely regarded as the finest Irish folk singer/songwriter in the United States today." In Dublin at the age of 15, he opened for legendary balladeer Paddy Reilly at the equally legendary Old Sheiling Pub. His fluency in the Gaelic language was earned from his education by the Christian Brothers and his summers in the West of Ireland. A true ambassador of Irish culture, he infuses every performance with the rich history of his native land and audiences quickly become engaged with his compelling stories. One show producer put it this way: “He holds nothing back. Whether singing a passionate ballad, playing a solo on the mandolin, or explaining the gloriously sad history of Erin his homeland, Ken O’Malley is all-in, wide open to the world, and as true as an arrow’s flight.” Another simply stated that “Ken O'Malley connected with our audience in a way none of our other artists have.” More at www.kenomalley.com
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More on the series and venue at www.crpd.org/parkfac/borchard/fireside_concerts.asp.
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Hosted by Bob Kroll, sponsored by Conejo Recreation & Park District. Info, contact Bob at 805-499-2930 or folksgr1@aol.com.
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A good series; adults only, no children. Arrive early for a good seat. $9 at the door.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Burbank:
8 pm THE CODY BRYANT EXPERIENCE brings country, bluegrass, surf, Italian, rock & roll and more, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank.
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In the Riverside Rancho Room, STEVE WADDINGTON's Vintage Rock & Roll Review brimgs plenty of cool, vintage rock and rockabilly, start time is 8:30 pm.
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Both stages are Free shows.
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Fri, Jun 14; Thu-Sat, Jun 13-15, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm THE MIDTOWN MEN (originally the leads in the Tony Award-winning musical "Jersey Boys") play the final concert of the 2012-13 Pacific Symphony's Pops season, led by Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman, in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa.
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Called “Ambassadors of the ’60s,” the four stars of The Midtown Men bring their Broadway talent, top-shelf choreography and unique onstage chemistry to three nights of orchestra-backed performances. Taking the world by storm as the original cast of the Broadway hit “Jersey Boys,” the talented quartet reunites as The Midtown Men.
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They perform favorite 1960s hits from The Four Seasons, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Motown and more, all backed by the lush sounds of the full symphony orchestra.
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Tony Award-winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and Tony Award-nominee J. Robert Spencer share their old-school singing style in a one-of-a-kind concert experience celebrating the music that defined the ’60s.
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The concert runs Thursday through Saturday. Advance tix at www.pacificsymphony.org.
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Fri, Jun 14; Jun 7-Jul 13,
MUSICAL STAGE PLAY,
in Sierra Madre:
8 pm "THE FANTASTICS" is currently in production at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318. Runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm, through July 13. Tix, $15-$25.
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Fri, Jun 14; ongoing, Jun 6-23, in Pasadena:
8 pm "SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE -THE MUSICAL," based on the award-winning film, is a world-premiere musical stage play bringing the beloved romantic comedy to life at the Pasadena Playhouse.
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DISCOUNT TIX:
Now through June 23 you can see the show for 20% off, using the code
SLEEP20
at https://pasadenaplayhouse.secure.force.com/ticket/#details_a0NG000000ApKp4MAF
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"Sleepless In Seattle - The Musical" runs Jun 6-Jun 23; Tuesdays-Fridays at 8 pm, Saturdays at 4 & 8 pm, Sundays at 2 & 7 pm.
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Fri, Jun 14, in Hollywood:
8 pm CRAIG N' CO play "JEWISH SONGS" at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-461-3673.
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Fri, Jun 14, in the desert (Pioneertown):
8 pm BETH ORTON plays Pappy & Harriet's Place, 53688 Pioneertown Rd, Pioneertown 92268; 760-365-5956.
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Fri, Jun 14, in L.A.:
8:30 pm "LIVE POETRY & ACOUSTIC MUSIC" at MUSE on 8th, 759 S La Brea Av (at 8th St, just S of Wilshire), in the mid-city area of Los Angeles; www.MUSEon8th.com
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For all the details on the NINE festivals this weekend in Southern California -- and even MORE beyond -- see the Guide's companion edition.
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NEXT WEEKEND brings the annual "LONG BEACH BAYOU & BLUES FESTIVAL" (and more), so don't even think you're done yet.
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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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