Midweek Pre-Holiday Music: Wednesday, Dec 18 2013

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In today’s edition…

♪  NO MORE MUSIC AT BIG MAMA’S
♪  WEDNESDAY’S LIVE MUSIC SCENE…

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♪  NO MORE MUSIC AT BIG MAMA’S

When we listed last night’s all-acoustic blues show by WUMBLOOZO UNPLUGGED at Big Mama's Rib Shack in Pasadena, we didn’t know it would be the venue’s final presentation of live music. You can still go there for the BBQ, but those nights of fine blues entertainment are gone. The Guide was there, and surprised by the news. WUMBLOOZO commented, “We introduced music at the venue on a Tuesday night, so it’s sadly appropriate that we play it out here on a Tuesday night.”

The reason for the silent stage? Too expensive to pay next year’s demands from Big Music for live performance rights. Ironically, WUMBLOOZO played all originals. But previous examples in other venues indicate that the P.R.O.’s (Performance Rights Organizations) always strong arm the venues, anyway.



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♪   WEDNESDAY’S LIVE MUSIC SCENE…

Lil’ update of Wednesday’s live music scene.

For a look waaaay into the future, click the Guide’s edition, “Dec 16 and beyond, waaaay into the future.” If you’re on your smart phone, click “View Web Edition” and click it in the sidebar at left, under the picture.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013
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Wed, Dec 18, in Venice:
5:30 pm  Twice-monthly “OPEN MIC” at the Talking Stick Coffee Lounge, 1411-C Lincoln Bl, Venice 92091; www.thetalkingstick.net

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Wed, Dec 18, in Hermosa Beach:
6 pm  POMPOUS HIGHWAYMEN play the “Bluegrass Happy Hour” at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-0035; www.saintrocke.com
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See 8:30 listing for more tonight at this venue.

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Wed, Dec 18, in Burbank:
6 & 8 pm  CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS, plus DEBRA PRICE & GUIDO ARMANI’s CLASSICAL HOUR, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank.
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CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS at 6 & 8 pm 
DEBRA PRICE & GUIDO ARMANI’s CLASSICAL HOUR at 7 pm.
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Plus, on the venue’s other stage:
GLEN ROBERTS BIG BAND at 7 pm Recently named “Best Free Big Band Event” in L.A. Weekly’s prestigious “Best of LA” issue. Later, it’s MARTINI'S ROCKABILLY HOP ‘N HANG, with discounted drink specials at the back bar, special guest Vinyl Record Assn. DJs, and more, at 10 pm.
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No cover. Venue is known for its Mexican food and full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (same owners).
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Wed, Dec 18, in San Diego:
6 pm  Monthly “SAN DIEGO SONGWRITERS MEETUP” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.

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Wed, Dec 18, in Murrieta:
6:30 pm  “THE SHAM JAM” open mic, plus THE LOOKOUTS, at the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com

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Wed, Dec 18, in VC (Simi Valley):
6:30 pm  SONGMAKERS monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT” in Simi Valley. Location and info at www.songmakers.org 

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Wed, Dec 18, in SFV (Studio City):
7-11 pm  “PILLER / GILES HOLIDAY DANCE PARTY & BENEFIT” with country singer SANDRA PILLER and a live country band for a night of dancing, with a special dance show hosted by Leba, at Oil Can Harry's, 11502 Ventura Bl, Studio City 91604.
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To support the benefit, bring a $10 unwrapped gift for “Toys For Tots.”
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Reservations, call 323-938-6042 or email sandrapiller@shadyhillrecords.com
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No host bar available. Buffet appetizers will be served.

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Wed, Dec 18, in South Pasadena:
7 pm Weekly "WINE & SONG" showcase brings a splendid night with MATT CARTSONIS (Austin Lounge Lizards) and NATHAN McEUEN, plus performing host BRAD COLERICK, all performing all-acoustic, at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443.
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More at http://wineandsong.com

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Wed, Dec 18, in Burbank:
7 pm  DEBRA PRICE & GUIDO ARMANI’s CLASSICAL HOUR, plus CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank.
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CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS at 6 & 8 pm 
DEBRA PRICE & GUIDO ARMANI’s CLASSICAL HOUR at 7 pm.
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Plus, on the venue’s other stage:
GLEN ROBERTS BIG BAND at 7 pm; Recently named “Best Free Big Band Event” in L.A.
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See 6 pm listing for more.

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Wed, Dec 18, in Burbank:
7 pm  GLEN ROBERTS BIG BAND, recently named “Best Free Big Band Event” in L.A., plays Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank.
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Plus, on the venue’s other stage:
CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS at 6 & 8 pm 
DEBRA PRICE & GUIDO ARMANI’s CLASSICAL HOUR at 7 pm.
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See 6 pm listing for more.

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Wed, Dec 18, near LAX:
7 pm  Weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Melody Bar & Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994; http://barmelodylax.com
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More at http://guitarology-la.com
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Ongoing, nightly, Dec 17-29, in Beverly Hills:
Time tba  “STOMP” at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills 90211; 323-655-0111. Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats at “STOMP,” the inventive and invigorating stage show that's dance, music and theatrical performance blended together. The emphasis is rhythm. It’s all about rhythm.
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Tix: there are two limited-time offers:
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(1) Buy 4 tickets and save $80; to order, choose your date and then select the “Me+3 4-Pack.”
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(2) Get 20% off any ticket order by entering the code GR20 at http://stomponline.com/tickets_losangeles.html

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Wed, Dec 18, in WeHo:
8 pm  “FREEBO & FRIENDS” play their “GENGHIS COHEN CHRISTMAS SHOW” with FREEBO, GARY STOCKDALE, DEBORAH PEARL, FUZZBEE MORSE, CHAD WATSON, and surprise musical guests, at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av (1/2 block N of Melrose). West Hollywood 90046.
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Freebo says, “I'll be presenting my - part a cappella Christmas Carol "He Was Just A Man" during the show, and a few more Christmas ditties. Gary will be doing a mini-set of his amazing material with his incredible voice, and Debbie Pearl will be singing one of her beautiful songs, as well as a few surprise offerings. So if you're still in L.A., please join us for some holiday cheer, great music, and community.”
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$10 cover. Venue is known for its Chinese food. If you go early to eat, be sure they seat you in the music hall.

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Wed, Dec 18, in Santa Monica:
8-11 pm  “WHISKEY WEDNESDAY” brings CLIFF WAGNER & THE OLD #7 to Areal Restaurant, corner of Main St & Ashland, Santa Monica; http://arealrestaurant.com
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The parking lot is 5 doors N at 2800 Main St; Areal customers receive two hours free parking.
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Cliff says, “Come by for some Americana, great food and drink specials.”
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More at: www.oldnumber7.net

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Wed, Dec 18, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm  An “AMERICANA / ALT COUNTRY / TRAD COUNTRY” band plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky tonk. No cover, full bar, lots of fun. Go early for the nightly free dance lesson.

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Wed, Dec 18, in Burbank:
8 pm  CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS play Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank.
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See 6 pm listing for more music tonight at the venue.

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Wed, Dec 18, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
8 pm  Weekly “ACOUSTIC CORDIALE” at Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks 91423; 818-789-1985; www.cafecordiale.com
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More at www.myspace.com/cordiale
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Wed, Dec 18, in Hermosa Beach:
8:30 pm  DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plus THE CURLY WOLF and HANG DOG EXPRESSION, all playing at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-0035.
 
 
 
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More in the Guide’s “Dec 16 onward, waaaay into the future” edition, published Dec 12; it’s available by clicking below, or by accessing the left sidebar in the “Full Wed Edition” if you don’t see it listed there on your cell phone.

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