Events for a Sparkling Post-Rain Sunday: Mar 2, 2014

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It's post-rain some places, still raining in others. But glorious. Glorious.

The Guide has two separate editions today, this one, with all the events, and a separate special edition titled “CELEBRATE THE RAIN PLAYLIST,” available at a separate click.

March 2nd in History…

THEODORE “DR. SEUSS” GEISEL was born this day in 1904. He was the renowned author of over 46 children's books filled with whimsical rhymes and endearing characters that stay with you for a life time.

SAM HOUSTON was born this day in 1793. Governor of Tennessee and a US Congressman, he gained fame as the General of the Army of the Republic of Texas who defeated Mexican dictator Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto, one of history’s most lopsided decisive armed engagements. That victory avenged the massacre of the Alamo and won independence for the Republic of Texas, which was an independent nation for years. San Houston served as its first President, and helped guide Texas into US statehood. And he fell from favor when he opposed secession and Texas’ joining the Confederacy.
 
 
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In this edition…

♪  TICKET ALERTS (reminder that we just published lots of ’em – all things that’ll sell-out)
♪  “OSCARS SEND-UPS” are today’s not-so-serious NEWS FEATURE
♪  FESTIVALS this Weekend
♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
♪  SUNDAY’s MUSIC & ART EVENTS
 
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♪  TICKET ALERTS

Along with thousands of events, we’ve listed over SEVENTY Ticket Alerts in the last two weeks – some as recent as Friday – for which tickets were about to become available, or with passwords to get tix early, or where tickets were about to be gone.  If you haven’t been keeping up with each edition and you’ve missed any of those, all the info is still available. But don’t dawdle. They’re ticket ALERTS because these things sell-out.

Now that March is here, you’ll need to click “February” in the sidebar at left. Things automatically archive each month. And if you’re reading this on a mobile device, back-up one screen, and scroll a short way down below the current listings to find and click “View Web Edition,” and then you’ll see the sidebar at left.
 
 
 
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♪  “OSCARS SEND-UPS” are today’s not-so-serious NEWS FEATURE


Film culture topics are sort-of explored (with attitude) all over the media. Some do it better than others, and some get tons of “web viral” attention, while others remain obscure. Here’s our effort to do something about the latter.

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Our talented friends at JOY CAMP specialize in satirical treatments of just about everything. They won a top prize at the 2013 “No Budget Film Festival.” They are reprising their 2013 Oscar send-up. We think they cross the line with their opening, but we enjoy their innovative concept and the rest of it, after the opening.

JOYCAMP's "OSCAR PROPAGANDA FILM" from 2013 can be viewed at:

http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=em-subs_digest-vrecs&v=Clza1XVA0SI

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Next, there’s a piece titled "Best Picture Pictures -- Because a picture is worth a thousand thumbs-up." It appeared in Monday's "Inside Hook LA." Which is actually published in New York City (get a rope).

Seriously, it's a semi-serious look at several underreported Oscars' topics, in slide shows. Our recording artist / sound mixing / record producing readers might enjoy whatever they have promised to have up there now.

The "Inside Hook" piece begins:

"Because we all have a lot of opinions about the Oscars, and none of them include anything about 'sound mixing,' we present the second annual 'Best Picture Pictures:' a series of infographics that put the evening's heavy hitters in respectful context. Down in front, please.

"We've been thinking a lot about the Oscars. Mostly so we can win our Oscar pool, which we never win, because who the hell knows the difference between sound editing and sound mixing? Besides Danny Elfman?

"And also because the Oscars, like the Super Bowl, are one of those pan-society occasions that reveal the giddy id of the American ego. Or at least reveal Jennifer Lawrence in Dior. How cute is she, amiright?

"So we're proud to present the second annual 'Best Picture Pictures,' made using hard data, statistical analysis and at least one borrowed copy of Photoshop.

"Here's a small taste...; the rest of the infographics are right this way. Enjoy."

Here's the url:

www.insidehook.com/2014-best-picture-pictures

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It’s a bit shocking, but the Oscars are actually broadcast LIVE at 5:30 pm on KABC Channel 7 in Los Angeles. Or you could camp-out with Turner Classic Movies all day and evening and enjoy some of the greatest films ever made.
 
 
 
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♪  FESTIVALS this Weekend


Sun, Mar 2, and Tue, Mar 4,
FESTIVAL,
in L.A. (Fairfax district):
2:30 pm  25th Annual “MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION” on the Clock Tower Stage, 6333 W 3rd St, L.A. 90036
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This event bills itself as the “Biggest Mardi Gras Celebration on the West Coast.”
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We do not know the full line-up. We do know that LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the Clock Tower Stage at 2:30 pm, and T-LOU & HIS SUPER HOT ZYDECO BAND play 5-8 pm on the West Patio Stage.
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FREE admission, parking costs.
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More at  www.farmersmarketla.com/events


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Sun, Mar 2; Fri-Sun, Feb 28-Mar 2,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Dana Point):
43rd Annual "DANA POINT FESTIVAL OF WHALES" and "OCEAN INSTITUTE JAZZ FESTIVAL" bring science, exciting activities, and world-renowned jazz musicians to the Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629
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The Ocean Institute's popular jazz fundraising weekend event partners with the 43rd Annual “Dana Point Festival of Whales” and combines renowned jazz artists with an elegant evening of epicurean dining, cocktails, and live and silent auctions.
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Event Overview:
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Friday, February 28 is the opening night, which offers a Wine and Appetizer Reception and Concert Performance, limited to 300 guests.
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Saturday, March 1: Saturday is the Premier Evening at the Ocean Institute and features a Gala Gourmet Dinner and Jazz Performance. The elegant, intimate affair includes a cocktail reception with passed canapés, and an award-winning, four-course taste extravaganza with wine pairing. The dinner is specially created for this event and prepared by celebrated local chefs from St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa, Montage Laguna Beach, and The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. The evening also includes connoisseur silent and live auctions.
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Sunday, March 2: Sunday changes the pace with a relaxed lunch and Encore Performance. This unique experience includes a beer and wine tasting as well as a Bristol Farms gourmet boxed lunch and time for questions with the artists. All events are held at the Ocean Institute.
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Event Packages:
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VIP Package $700 ($800 Value) VIP Admission for one on Friday Gala Admission for one on Saturday Premier Admission for one on Sunday
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General Package $150 ($170 Value) General Admission for one on Friday General Admission for one on Sunday
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More info & tickets at:
www.oijazzfestival.com
 
 
 
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ONGOING (through March 16), in Santa Monica:
1 & 4:30 pm  "CIRQUE DU SOLEIL" presents "TOTEM" under the Big Top at the Santa Monica Pier.
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"TOTEM" plays the Santa Monica Pier:
Tue-Fri, 8 pm
Sat, 4:30 & 8 pm
Sun, 1 & 4:30 pm
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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/santa-monica.aspx
 
 
 
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Sun, Mar 2, in Hollywood:
8 am-noon  FAIR MARKET BAND plays the Hollywood Farmer's Market, on Ivar St between Hollywood Bl & Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90028.

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Sun, Mar 2, in South Pasadena:
10 am-1 pm  BARRY “BIG B” BRENNER plays his “Blues Brunch” gig at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443.

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Sun, Mar 2, in San Diego:
10 am-2:30 pm  Weekly “BLUEGRASS BRUNCH” at Urban Solace, 3823 30th St, San Diego 92104; 619-295-6464.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Ojai:
Noon-3 pm SMITTY WEST'S ZYDECO ORCHESTRA plays the annual Ojai "FAIS DO DO" in downtown Ojai.
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“This the rip-roaring, fun for all ages, family-oriented, day-after party of the Ojai Mardi Gras. Experience “The Wizards of Odd” themed artwork, traditional Cajun food, drinks, and dancing to live music this Sunday afternoon at the Ojai Arts Center. A Fais-Do-Do is a traditional day-time dance party in New Orleans. The name is a loose translation of a Cajun-French phrase used when mama is lullaby-ing the kids to sleep so she can go dance and party with the folks in the other room. There will be dance lessons, yummy food, a face painter and free rides on the Salmon-Ella, a giant fish Burning Man Art Car, which will be ferrying people back and forth to the Art Center from the Farmer's Market.
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The afternoon’s musical entertainment features the world-famous Smitty West's Zydeco Orchestra and their unique blend of Zydeco, Cajun, Country, and a little rock 'n roll. Featuring David Roine leading the music with his fiddle, and accordion, Ken Delbo on drums, Dave Hutchison on bass, and Smitty filling in on keyboard wherever the moment demands.
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“The Ojai Mardi Gras Wake-Up! Krewe” gives the community a chance to see all the creative decorations and costumes after the annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball, and to learn the Cajun two-step and taste the flavors of New Orleans. They ask a donation of $5 for adults, while kids under age 13 are free and encouraged to come in costume.
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Info, call 805-665-8852.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Santa Barbara Co (Lomita):
1:30 pm  ERIC BRACE & PETER COOPER, quite accomplished Americana Artists, play the Lomita Railroad Museum, 2137 W 250th St, Lomita. Info, www.lomita-rr.org
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Their Southern Cal tour began Saturday. They also perform:
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√  Mon, Mar 3 in Altadena at The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 8 pm. Info, www.coffeegallery.com
√  Wed, Mar 5 in South Pasadena at the “Wine & Song” series (short set) at Firefly Bistro, 7 pm. Info, www.eatatfirefly.com
√  Thu, Mar 6 in Irvine at the 22 Rabbits House Concert, 7:30 pm.  For reservations, email itzpeggy@gmail.com
√  Fri, Mar 7 in Santa Monica at McCabe's Guitar Shop with Steve Forbert, 8 pm. Info & tix, www.mccabes.com
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These two singer-songwriters are surely familiar to you: ERIC BRACE is the leader of LAST TRAIN HOME, a celebrated roots-rock-alt-everything band. PETER COOPER is a sweet-singing songwriter with three solo records to his name, who is also the chief music writer for Nashville's daily newspaper, “The Tennessean.” His newest solo release, “Opening Day,” is a work of a man at the peak of his substantial talents. The boys will be singing a bunch of songs from it, and a bunch of songs from their latest duo record, “The Comeback Album,” a fine collection of thoughtful, whimsical, exquisitely-wrought, and downright excellent tunes.
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Together, Eric and Peter harmonize, tell stories, pick their guitars, and force you to ponder life's bigger mysteries, like: * Why was Phil Rizzuto crying in the broadcast booth? * How many bones are there in the human body? * Why won't Peter take his boy to the circus? * What's so dismal about Dismal Hollow? * Who is Warren Mihachik?
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For the answers to these and other pressing questions, head on out to see them. And if you ask real nice, the boys will play some songs from Eric's latest creation, “Hangtown Dancehall,” a folk-opera about the California Gold Rush.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Santa Monica:
2 pm  PETER SERKIN plays the Broad Stage At the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center Theater Address: 1310 11th St., Santa Monica, CA 90401.

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Sun, Mar 2, and Tue, Mar 4,
FESTIVAL,
in L.A. (Fairfax district):
2:30 pm  25th Annual “MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION” on the Clock Tower Stage, and West Patio Stage, 6333 W 3rd St, L.A. 90036
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This event bills itself as the “Biggest Mardi Gras Celebration on the West Coast.”
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We do not know the full line-up. We do know that LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the Clock Tower Stage at 2:30 pm, and T-LOU & HIS SUPER HOT ZYDECO BAND play 5-8 pm on the West Patio Stage.
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FREE admission, parking costs.
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More at  www.farmersmarketla.com/events

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Sun, Mar 2, in Murrieta:
3 pm  GINA on acoustic guitar with THE CLADDAGH IRISH DANCERS play the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com
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Followed 6-9 pm by THE BARMEN.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Pasadena:
3 pm   “THE CARTER LEGACY: A Tribute to the First Family of Traditional Country Music,” with performances by TOM FAIR, REBECCA STOUT, THE WIMBERLEY BLUEGRASS BAND, JUNE KATO, ROB SANDIFORD, and more, doing “a repertoire consisting entirely of songs from the Carter Family catalog,” at the Urban Homestead Backyard Concert series, 631 Cypress Av, Pasadena 91103.
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There is a scheduled show tonight at 7 pm, and there is a full write-up in the 7 pm listing. This 3 pm show was scheduled for Saturday night and postponed by rain. It is POSSIBLE that tix will be available. Call to find-out.
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Info, contact Anais Dervaes at 626-844-4586 or info@urbanhomestead.org
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Tix and reservations for SUNDAY (or check for Saturday openings of someone cancels a reservation), at 626-765-5704. Or use the “Quick Link” for details, tickets & reservations: https://www.facebook.com/events/1451266715103169/

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Sun, Feb 23, in L.A.:
3:30 pm  “FOOLS ON STOOLS” in-the-round series at the Redwood Bar & Grill, 316 W 2nd St, Los Angeles 90012.

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Sun, Mar 2, in San Pedro:
4-7 pm  JOSH NELSON DUO and vocalist SARA GAZAREK at Alva's Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro 90732; 800-403-3447 for reservations.
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The piano is, of course, the most versatile of all instruments. It can become a suit of armor or a bouquet of flowers. It can keep time and it can stop time. When paired with the human voice, the possibilities are limitless but the outcome is unpredictable. Vocalist Sara Gazarek and pianist Josh Nelson have aligned their musical spirits in a way that would make any artistic duo envious. Gazarek’s top flight interpretations of the vast and varied American songbook are buoyed by the sensitivity of Nelson’s supple command and they have transfixed audiences from New York to Tokyo. They have a telepathic understanding that has come about through more than a decade of friendship, not just hundreds of hours on the bandstand and it blankets any audience lucky enough to hear their swinging high-wire act of trust and commitment.
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Championed by some of music's most celebrated figures, Sara Gazarek has emerged as a strikingly original artist with limitless potential. With three highly acclaimed CD's under her belt at 31, Sara has been hailed by the LA Times as "the next important jazz singer," and "impeccable," by the Winnipeg Free Press. Blessed with a gorgeous, translucent voice, excellent pitch, and supple sense of time, Gazarek is steeped in the jazz tradition, but is not afraid to embrace the music that moves her generation. Her newest CD, Blossom & Bee (2012, Palmetto) was released to rave reviews, as Nick Mondello of Jazz Times has noted "Blossom & Bee' has all the beauty, bite and superb workings of a winner. It’s as good –or better – than some recent Grammy®-nominated or winning female vocalist efforts." When not criss-crossing the globe with her band, Sara is embracing the future of jazz vocals as a faculty member at the University of Southern California, leading the award-winning vocal jazz ensemble there and teaching privately.
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Josh has produced music for countless albums, films, and television, but also makes time for his own projects including Anticipation (2004), Let it Go (2007), and I Hear a Rhapsody (2009), all of which featured Josh’s explorations of new original music, standard interpretations, and reinventions of pop tunes. His recent record Discoveries (2011) pairs classic sci-fi film footage with new compositions for a brass and wind ensemble. He currently teaches at Cal State Northridge as part of the music faculty.
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Tix, $20. Complimentary coffee, tea, hot cocoa and "Alvas" bottled water are provided. Bring your own food & drinks.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Long Beach:
4-7 pm  LOONEY'S FORTUNE hosts tonight’s weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; 562-437-8300.
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LOONEY'S FORTUNE is Patti Amelotte (on hammered dulcimer), Georgiana Hennessy & Matt Tonge. Info, www.pattiamelotte.com
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Free.

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Sun, Mar 2, in
4:45 pm  “SO CAL DRUM BASH” at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills 90211; 323-655-0111.
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This is billed as “The Los Angeles based drum event you have all been waiting for!” Featuring world-renowned drummers Thomas Lang, Chris Coleman, and J.P. Bouvet as well as a percussion duo with Richie and Roland Garcia. Top manufacturers display some of the latest merchandise as well as thousands of dollars in raffle prizes.
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Doors at 4 pm, show at 4:45 pm.
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Tix, $28 / $22 / $16 + applicable fees.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Hermosa Beach:
6-10 pm  BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO plays the “New Orleans Cajun Creole Cuisine Mardi Gras Show Down” at New Orleans Cajun Creole Cuisine, 140 Pier Av, Hermosa Beach; 310-372-8970.
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It’s in a restaurant, and a reservation is required, at above number.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Murrieta:
6-9 pm  THE BARMEN play the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com
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Preceded at 3 pm by a show with THE CLADDAGH IRISH DANCERS. See listing.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Pasadena:
7 pm   “THE CARTER LEGACY: A Tribute to the First Family of Traditional Country Music,” with performances by TOM FAIR, REBECCA STOUT, THE WIMBERLEY BLUEGRASS BAND, JUNE KATO, ROB SANDIFORD, and more, doing “a repertoire consisting entirely of songs from the Carter Family catalog,” at the Urban Homestead Backyard Concert series, 631 Cypress Av, Pasadena 91103.
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Tom Fair says, “Behind the scenes, we call it ‘MM3’ - the 3rd in a series of ‘Mountain Music’ concerts based on the musical traditions of the eastern mountains of Appalachia. This one is extra-special to all of us because it deals with musical moments that defined an era -the first sound recordings of the songs that became the foundation for modern Folk and Country Music. The Carter Family (photo at bottom below),from the hill country at the border of Virginia and Tennessee recorded over two hundred songs between 1927 and 1942 - and on March 1st, 2014 the Urban Homestead in Pasadena will ring and rock to a selection of the best of the Carter catalog. Not to be missed!”
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Lineup includes:
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TOM FAIR - vocalist, guitarist, event producer, music historian and music teacher in the Los Angeles area for 22 years. Tom is the leader of the pack who gets the musical ball rolling.
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REBECCA STOUT - vocalist, Appalachian flatfoot dancer and instructor. Tom says, “Rebecca, with her sparkling personality is a Ray of Sunshine in a dreary world. Rebecca Stout focuses on dance as a percussive instrument, encouraging students to develop their own unique style. Since meeting and performing with Rebecca, I’ve checked out a number of other flatfoot dancers, and there’s simply no comparison; her energy and bubbly enthusiasm are unmatched.”
For details on how Rebecca does it, check-out these links:
www.flatfootandfancyfree.com/
www.facebook.com/FlatfootAndFancyFree
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THE WIMBERLEY BLUEGRASS BAND - a young family bluegrass group on the rise - four siblings from Orange County who are already veterans of the bluegrass circuit - with precision instrumentals and four-part family harmony that will knock your socks off.
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JUNE KATO - solid, dependable upright bass player who “keeps us in the traffic lane.”
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ROB SANDIFORD - a versatile multi-instrumentalist (banjo, mandolin, Dobro, etc.) and vocalist. Tom says, “Rob is the icing on our musical cake, he rounds out our profound sound.”
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If you are not familiar with the Carter Family, you needn't feel alone - I have to admit that even though I've spent my entire life from age 3 immersed in music of all kinds, it wasn't until 2013 that I became fully aware of the Carter Legacy. The Carters can be considered the link between the Mountain Music of frontier days in the Appalachians and modern sounds in folk, bluegrass and country music. Beginning in 1927, they recorded over 200 songs that became a source of material and inspiration for hundreds of recording acts that followed. They were prominent on the record charts of their day, their "hits" being "Wildwood Flower" (1928), "Keep On the Sunny Side" (1928), "Tonight I'm Thinking of My Blue Eyes" (1929), "Worried Man Blues" (1930), "Lonesome Valley" (1931), and their most popular "Can the Circle Be Unbroken," (1935) since recorded in numerous versions by countless musical artists of all varieties. Alvin Pleasant (‘A.P.’) Carter was the driving force behind their success; Sara provided the lead vocals on most of their recordings; and Maybelle, an accomplished guitarist with a distinctive and imitated style, provided the ‘licks’ and harmony. Audiences not previously familiar with the original Carter family may have come to know Maybelle as the mother of June Carter and mother-in-law of Johnny Cash. Carlene Carter and Rosanne Cash represent a third generation of this inspiring musical family.”
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Info, contact Anais Dervaes at 626-844-4586 or info@urbanhomestead.org
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Tix and reservations for SUNDAY (or check for Saturday openings of someone cancels a reservation), at 626-765-5704. Or use the “Quick Link” for details, tickets & reservations: https://www.facebook.com/events/1451266715103169/

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Sun, Mar 2, in SFV (Chatsworth):
7 pm  ROB STALEY 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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Sun, Mar 2, in Culver City:
7-11 pm  THE GET DOWN BOYS play their weekly residency at Bigfoot West, 10939 Venice Bl (at Prospect), Culver City; 310-287-2200; www.bigfootwest.com
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More at www.thegetdownboys.com

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Sun, Mar 2, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
7-10 pm  "SONGSALIVE! / SONGNET SONGWRITER MONTHLY SHOWCASE" at the Cork Lounge, 5043 Van Nuys Bl, Sherman Oaks 91403. (Just N of the 101 on W side of st, adjacent to Corky’s Restaurant).
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Event happens the first Sunday of every month. Event organizers call it "one of the coziest and coolest venues in Sherman Oaks." On-stage host is Songsalive! president, indie recording artist GILLI MOON, and Songnet CEO JIMI YAMAGISHI. (Both are nonprofit organizations that help songwriters.) Event features performing songwriters, sometimes from around the globe.
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No cover. Donations welcome to support the two non-profit's efforts. Venue offers diner, bar food, drinks at reasonable prices.
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Make advance reservations for the SONGWRITERS SHOWCASE, at www.meetup.com/songsalive, www.songsalive.org/events.htm or www.facebook.com/songsalive
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Performing today:

GILLI MOON, songwriter, co-host, and "Australian poly-media artist, who delivers conscious creativity and a brave sense of self-expression in her energetic and expressive performances, media and prose." More at www.gillimoon.com
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JIMI YAMAGISHI, songwriter, co-host, and the guy who runs SongNet, he "writes stuff, plays fixes, and builds guitars, sings, cooks, works on cars, sometimes successfully, tries to live life off the corporate grid, washes dishes, takes out the garbage, cleans the litter box and generally lives by the grace of God. If ya wanna know more, go talk to him. He doesn't bite & is not contagious. Yet." More at www.jimiyamagishi.com
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J.WALKER is a nationally recognized sports and entertainment spoken word artist who is living his dream as a self-proclaimed "Rhymecologist," saying, "The creativity and passion that J.Walker uses has helped him win numerous poetry slams and talent shows worldwide. J.Walker stepped onto the Los Angeles Poetry scene in 2003 and immediately made an impact with his Hip Hop based spoken word pieces which were deeply personal, inspiring and lyrical. More at www.jwalkerthepoet.com
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THE CONLONS, who "play chilled-out psychedelic Americana with roots winding heavily through '60s and '70s rock influences like Nick Drake, Neil Young, and more modern influences such as X, The Band Perry, and The Civil Wars." They play regularly in Los Angeles and Annette was the "Songsalive! Songwriter of the Year 2011." The Conlons consistently rank in the top 10 on ReverbNation's Americana charts for Los Angeles. More at www.reverbnation.com/theconlons
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MELISSA THATCHER "didn't start out writing songs for anyone to hear. At first, they were used to purge emotional baggage. After several public performances it became clear these little songs resonated with others."
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Attention songwriters: to be considered for future shows, talk to Jimi or Gilli or look at www.songsalive.org/showcases.htm (Songnet has FREE opportunities; more at www.thesongnet.org; Songsalive! paid “Pro Members” only from their side).

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Sun, Mar 2, in Altadena:
7:30 pm  TIM WEISBERG plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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TIM WEISBERG is one of the pioneers in rock / jazz fusion who’s incredible career includes 20 albums on the biggest record labels in the business including A&M, Columbia, Warner Brothers, and MCA. He has sold over 5 million albums and played some of the largest venues in the world. Two of Tim's albums are collaborations with the late gifted singer, songwriter Dan Fogelberg, including their platinum album, "Twin Sons Of Different Mothers,” containing the hit “The Power of Gold.” That album is Certified Platinum by RIAA. Tim’s bands are legendary and have been known as a proving ground for the likes of David Benoit, Art Johnson, and Chuck Alvarez. Although he is classified by the recording industry as jazz, Tim's music has always been somewhere between rock and jazz.
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Weisberg has performed with Bonnie Raitt, David Benoit, The Carpenters, Dave Mason, Lynn Blessing, David Arkenstone, and Samantha Siva.
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Check him out on Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Weisberg
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Tix, $20. Reservations, 626-798-6236, 10 am-10 pm, seven days. There’s more on the venue’s website, at www.coffeegallery.com

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Sun, Mar 2, in Santa Monica:
7:30-11 pm  “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at O'Brien's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 2226 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica 90403; 310-829-5303.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Santa Monica:
SOLD OUT:  8 pm  LUCINDA WILLIAMS, plus rising upstarts THE KENNETH BRIAN BAND, plays the second of two nights at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405; 310-828-4497.
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The Guide brought you a TICKET ALERT, long ago, well before it sold-out both nights (which it did quickly).
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Tix, $55.
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NOTE: Lucinda Williams plays the Hotel Café in Hollywood Monday, Mar 3, at 7 pm / doors at 6:30. The venue states “A limited number of tickets MAY be available,” though they list it as sold-out.

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Sun, Mar 2, in SFV (NoHo):
8:30-9 pm BRYAN CHAN plays slide blues at the Republic of Pie, 11118 Magnolia Bl, North Hollywood 91601.

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Sun, Mar 2, in Silverlake (L.A.):
9 pm  “F#@K CANCER BENEFIT CONCERT FOR ESTHER LaVONNE” with performances by OLIN & THE MOON, GREAT WHITE BUFFALO, HI HO SILVER OH, CHARLYNE YI, and more, at the Satellite Lounge, 1717 Silverlake Bl, Los Angeles 90026; www.thesatellitela.com.
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Esther LaVonne is a 32-year-old Los Angeles-based musician recently diagnosed with Stage IV cancer. There will be some incredible music and performances tonight in her behalf.
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Presented by Pinpoint Concerts and The Satellite, who say of the headliners, “Finally at a time when authenticity seems to be a thing of the past, Olin and the Moon bring together a rawness and passion in their music that can only be attributed to one too many beers…”
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Tix, $10. Doors at 8:30 pm.
 
 
 
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