Rainy Day Music: Thursday, Dec 19 2013

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In today’s edition…

♪  HAPPY BIRTHDAY today, December 19
♪  Today on WEB RADIO
♪  ONGOING, THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS (2 shows)
♪  THURSDAY’S LIVE MUSIC SCENE

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♪  HAPPY BIRTHDAY today, December 19…

PHIL OCHS, late folksinger-songwriter, born December 19, 1940 -- 73 years ago today.

SEVERIN BROWNE, L.A.-based singer-songwriter and member of the TALL MEN GROUP, who performs today at 5 pm on web radio (see listing).

“It is wrong to expect a reward for your struggles. The reward is the act of struggle itself, not what you win. Even though you can't expect to defeat the absurdity of the world, you must make that attempt. That's morality, that's religion. That's art. That's life.” ― Phil Ochs



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♪  Today on WEB RADIO


Thu, Dec 19, on web radio:
5-7 pm (Pacific) “INDIE SHOWCASE” has a live performance-interview with THE TALL MEN GROUP, that ensemble of talented and successful songwriters who also all happen to be rather tall.
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The Tall Men Group are Ed Tree, Jimmy Yessian, Marty Axelrod, Severin Browne, John Stowers, and Jeff Kossack. Host Shashona says, “We will celebrate the songs from their new album ‘12 by 6.’ We will hear about their musical journeys and even have a few giggles. And you're all invited. Tall Men Group will be in the station chatroom so come along, you will have the opportunity to visit with them while they are on air. You don't want to miss this! It's also Severin's Birthday.”
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More on the group at:
http://tallmengroup.weebly.com
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Tune-in to the show, and get more on the web radio series at:
www.indieshowcase.net
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www.Awesomeradio.net



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♪  ONGOING, THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS… (2 shows)


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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Ongoing, in OC (Irvine):
Time tba  "CIRQUE DU SOLEIL" presents "TOTEM," now playing at the Orange County Great Park  in Irvine.
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It opens Jan 17 in Santa Monica.
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"TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage evoking a giant turtle, the symbol of origin for many ancient civilizations. Inspired by many founding myths, TOTEM illustrates, through a visual and acrobatic language, the evolutionary progress of species. Somewhere between science and legend, TOTEM explores the ties that bind Man to other species, his dreams and his infinite potential." -- the show's promo.
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"Spectacular, artful. Breathtaking and deliciously ironic." -- The Toronto Star.
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"TOTEM is visually ravishing" -- The Boston Globe.
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Tix by phone, at 800-450-1480.
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Tix & info online, at:
http://m.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/totem/americas/usa/california/irvine.aspx
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♪  THURSDAY’S LIVE MUSIC SCENE…

Rainy and cold out, plenty of music indoors where it’s warm. Thursday’s live music scene.

The future IS in the Guide’s crystal ball. Just click your way to the edition, “Dec 16 and beyond, waaaay into the future,” in the sidebar at left. If you’re on your smart phone, click “View Web Edition” to bring up the sidebar, under the picture.

LATE ADDITION...
9:30 pm "An Evening with Lynda Kay" at Three Clubs, 1123 Vine St, Hollywood 90038. Doors at 8:30. Tickets $10. Get there early, it gets really crowded.

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Now, here are today's events as originally published...


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Thursday, December 19, 2013
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Thu, Dec 19, in Long Beach:
5 pm  KEN O'MALLEY brings authentic and original Irish music to his residency at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; 562-437-8300.

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Thu, Dec 19, in OC (Fountain Valley):
5:15 pm  “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.

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Thu, Dec 19, in San Diego:
6 pm  Monthly “SAN DIEGO OLD TIME FIDDLERS JAM” at New Expression Music, 4434 30th St, San Diego 92116; 619-280-9035.

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Thu, Dec 19, in Silverlake (L.A.):
7:30 pm  Weekly “HONKYTONK HACIENDA” tonight brings performances by DAVE STUCKEY & THE HOT HOUSE GANG, at El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, Silverlake 90029; 323-668-0318. More info at: www.facebook.com/honkytonkhacienda?ref=br_tf
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Every Thursday in this new series – the work of Suzanne O' Keefe -- bands, songwriters and musical instigators tear it up in outlaw country, roots, old time and Americana territory.
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The show starts at 7:30 and is free until 8:30 pm; after 8:30, it's $5 cover.

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Thu, Dec 19, in downtown L.A.:
7:30 pm “BRAD COLERICK & FRIENDS” play their Thursdays-in-December residency at the historic Biltmore Hotel, across from Pershing Square in downtown Los Angeles.
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The Biltmore was the location of the Academy Awards in the early years, and JFK accepted the Democratic nomination for president there in 1960.
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Brad says, “Worth a trip just to check out this Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument —and hopefully you'll enjoy the music as well. Still up in the air as to whether I'll be there on the Dec 26th but for sure Dec 5th, Dec 12th & Dec 19th.”
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No cover charge. Valet parking is $6 with validation from the bar.

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Thu, Dec 19, in Burbank:
7:30 pm  WHITEY O’KANE BAND brings "A Country Christmas Party" with what Cody Bryant calls "their good-timin', boot-scootin’, jingle bellin', honky-tonkin' music," at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank.
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More on the venue’s other stage. See 7:45 pm & 10 pm listings.
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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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Thu, Dec 19, in Burbank:
7:45 pm  CAROLYN MARTIN The veteran Nashville-based Western swing stylist, who was inducted into the Texas Western Swing Hall Of Fame in 2011, makes a long overdue return at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank.
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CAROLYN MARTIN was inducted into the Texas Western Swing Hall Of Fame in 2011, She makes a long overdue return to Viva, showcasing tunes from her latest CD, "Tennessee Local." Martin continues to stretch the boundaries of traditional western swing. In addition to her original songs, the album includes songs from composers like Irving Berlin and George Gershwin as well as western swing composers like Cindy Walker and Fred Rose.
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More on the venue’s other stage. See 7:30 pm & 10 pm listings.
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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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Thu-Sun, Dec 19-22, in San Diego:
Time tba  Bluegrass star ALISON BROWN performs with the SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY with ANDREA ZONN in San Diego. Use your browser for details.

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Thu, Dec 19, in Altadena:
8 pm  WILL RYAN & THE CACTUS COUNTY COWBOYS, absolutely L.A.’s best unheralded ensemble of award-winning individual musicians, plays their only “Big ‘Happy Holidays!’ Christmas Show” tonight at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; www.coffeegallery.com; reservations: 626-798-6236.
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Venue impresario Bob Stane notes their “big time appearances and awards.”
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What other band do you know that’s played live in the AMPAS (“Oscars”) Theatre for two hours, with a new original score for a classic silent film?
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WILL RYAN is a featured voice in the big, hit movie, “Frozen.” Hear Walt Disney – as Mickey Mouse – battle Will Ryan – as Peg-Leg Pete – in “Get a Horse!” Now playing everywhere with “Frozen.” Will is the winner of 2 Gold Records, and BMI’s “Pioneer Award” for songwriting, along with being acclaimed as “King of the Radio Cowboys” on KPFK in L.A.
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Seriously, invite friends to go tonight to see WILL RYAN & the CACTUS COUNTY COWBOYS. Performing are WESTY WESTENHOFER, the band’s “Maharajah of Musical Mirth;” KATIE CAVERA, their “Sultana of Western Skiffle;” JOHN “PRESTO” REYNOLDS, the “Wizard of Wild String-osity;” “BRONCO BENNY” BRYDERN, “Viceroy of the Violin” (and the guy who spends his summers conduction symphony orchestras across Europe); plus adjunct member / special guest star, Grammy-winner IAN WHITCOMB, the “Crown Prince of the Digital Plicated Atomizer.” (Uhh, Will will have to explain that last one).
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It’s your annual chance to hear their repertoire of “Cactus County Classics” and favorite unusual Happy Holiday songs, including, “Irving Icicle,” “Another Cowboy Christmas,” “I Want a Dreidel for Christmas,” and more.
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Advance copies will be on sale of the brand-new CD by WILL RYAN & the CACTUS COUNTY COWGIRLS – featuring the Cactus County Cowboys and world-famous voice actress JUNE FORAY – with Will, Katie and Chloe harmonizing on all-new Western Skiffle hits.
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Tix, $15. All ages, the band’s only Christmas show, and their last show of the year.

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Thu-Sat, Dec 19-21, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm  “CHRISTMAS WITH LEANN RIMES” in Segerstrom Hall at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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It's a heartwarming holiday celebration when two-time Grammy Award winner LeAnn Rimes shares her authentic charm and her sensational singing with Pacific Symphony audiences. The vocal superstar shares music from her holiday album, "What a Wonderful World," along with some of her best-known hits like "Blue," "How Do I Live" and "Can't Fight the Moonlight."

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Thu, Dec 19, in Hermosa Beach:
8 pm  “TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF WOODSTOCK” performed by ANDY & RENEE and their band HARD RAIN, named the best band in the South Bay in 2013, joined by musical friends, at Live at the Lounge, 1018 Hermosa Av, Hermosa Beach 90254; 310-372-1193.
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Hard Rain will be joined by special guests Fuzzy Thurston, James Lee Stanley, Scott Gerber and Dave Crossland. Renee says, “We'll be doing songs as performed at Woodstock by Jimmy Hendrix, CCR, Joan Baez, Santana, Jefferson Airplane, Janis Joplin, The Who, Arlo Guthrie, Country Joe MacDonald, Richie Havens, The Band, CSNY and Sly and The Family Stone.”
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Tix, $20, at the Comedy and Magic Club website. This show will sell out. Doors at 7 pm.

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Thu, Dec 19, in SFV (Studio City):
8 pm  Weekly CLEO KIND’S OPEN MIC NIGHT” at Two Roads Theatre, 4348 Tujunga Av, Studio City, across the street from Vitello's Restaurant, where Robert Blake didn't shoot his wife.
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Cleo Kind is the recognizable face whose talents bring joy, depth and laughter every time she appears. She is a triple threat talent -- actor, singer and dancer -- that has wowed audiences from New York to Los Angeles. Cleo has appeared in numerous films, television series, and commercials. You can watch Cleo remarkably transform from vivacious diva to the wise cracking "Ilana" on the hit CBS sitcom, “Mike & Molly.” You will also be able to see her in the upcoming feature “Transformers 4.” She is best known for her roles as “Aunt Lou” in the HBO drama series “Deadwood” and as "Janice" in “Dreamgirls."
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$5 cover, free for performers.

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Thu, Dec 19, in WeHo:
8 pm  DANNY B. HARVEY’S “BLACK CHRISTMAS” at the Viper Room, 8852 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood;  HYPERLINK "http://www.viperroom.com" www.viperroom.com; 310-358-1881.
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Get in the holiday spirit with Danny B Harvey, JD Bender and 8 Track Cadillac.
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Tix, $10 in advance, $12 day of show. 21+. Doors at 8 pm.

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Thu, Dec 19, in Murrieta:
8 pm  “FIRST ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION” with special musical guests MASTER SPLINTER & THE SHREDDERS, at the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com

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Thu, Dec 19, in L.A.:
8 pm  “L.A. HOOTENANNY” raises the roof at Villains Tavern, 1356 Palmetto St, Los Angeles 90013; 213-613-0766.

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Thu-Sat, Dec 19, 20 & 21, in WeHo:
Time tba  CAMP FREDDY & FRIENDS play their 7th Annual “Xmas Residency at The Roxy,” 7th Annual Xmas Residency at The Roxy, 9009 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood;  HYPERLINK "http://www.theroxyonsunset.com" www.theroxyonsunset.com; 310-276-2222.
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They’re an all-star cover band who is respected by many artists, so special guests are a given, with past drop-ins including Billy Idol, Juliette Lewis, Slash, Ozzy and more.

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Thu, Dec 19, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm  LEE HARPER plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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They’re in the midst of their “12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVE-A-WAYS.”
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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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Thu, Dec 19, in Burbank:
10 pm  “MARTINI'S ROCKABILLY DANCE CLUB PARTY” in the Riverside Rancho Room at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank.
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More music earlier, on two stages. See 7:30 pm & 7:45 pm listings.
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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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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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