Sunny Monday’s Music & Art Scene, April 7, 2014

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Rather quiet on the music scene this Monday, but we have TICKET ALERTS for you, some history, and a recommendation. KATE TAYLOR has one more local show, tonight at the Coffee Gallery Backstage at 8 pm. And of course we bring you the full scope of “more.”

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April 7th in History…

√  Today the world lost MICKEY ROONEY, who died at age 93. We’ll always have those flickering images of you as a kid, Mickey, singing and dancing with JUDY GARLAND, before you both went somewhere over the rainbow.

√  On this day in 2011, the Australian dollar reached an all-time high vs. the US dollar. Australia, which has a minimum wage that’s among the world’s highest, is the only western nation that did not suffer from the Wall-Street-caused economic crash of 2008.

√  In 1988 on this day, Russia (then the Soviet Union) announced it would withdraw its troops from Afghanistan, realizing that a costly military occupation of Afghanistan could accomplish nothing.

√  On this day in 1977, President Jimmy Carter refused to produce the neutron bomb for the US military inventory.

√  Today in 1969, the US Supreme Court struck-down laws prohibiting private possession of pornography. That was before the Court began issuing its own pornography, like the “Citizens United” and “McCutcheon” rulings.

√  On this day in 1954, President Eisenhower announced his fear of a “Domino Effect” of Southeast Asian nations going communist, setting the stage for the debacle of the Vietnam War.

√  Today in 1864, General Grant’s Army of the Tennessee defeated the Confederate army in the bloody Battle of Shiloh. “After Shiloh, the South never smiled again.” ~ from the narrator’s dialog spoken by Spencer Tracy in “How the West Was Won.”
 
 
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In this edition…

♪  TICKET ALERTS:
.  √  GURF MORLIX plays two venues with AMILIA K. SPICER, April 8 & 9
.  √  BILL & KATE ISLES play “Russ & Julie’s House Concert” series on April 26
.  √  Annual “FolkWorks” Benefit Concert on April 26
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♪  TICKET ALERTS:
 
 
√  GURF MORLIX plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage on April 8 at 8 pm, & “In Good Company” on April 9 at 8 pm, accompanied at both shows by AMILIA K. SPICER.
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For reservations for the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena (available by phone only), call 626-798-6236, 10 am-10 pm. To reserve for the “In Good Company” house concert in Palms / Culver City, email rsvp@panioloproductions.com with your name, the event you would like to attend, and the number of people in your party.


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√  BILL & KATE ISLES play “Russ & Julie’s House Concert” series on April 26…
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Don’t delay. These always fill-up. Reservations get directions at rsvp@houseconcerts.us
More info on their website: www.houseconcerts.us


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√  Annual “FOLKWORKS BENEFIT CONCERT” is April 26…

Sat, Apr 26, in Santa Monica:
8 pm "FOLKWORKS ANNUAL BENEFIT CONCERT" at the Santa Monica Woman's Club, 1210 4th St (just S of Wilshire), Santa Monica 90401.
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The lineup reflects FolkWorks' focus on world music as well as American folk music:
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SAUSAGE GRINDER - Los Angeles’ "all-natural hillbilly and country blues band" combines the traditional sounds of fiddle and banjo breakdowns with the low-down sound of country blues, topped off with a touch of ragtime and hillbilly jazz. This versatile acoustic group features fiddle, bank, guitar, mandolin, washboard, bagpipes and a few odds and ends.
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SWING RIOTS QUIRKTETTE - perform an irreverent gumbo of Gypsy & Creole Jazz, Klezmer & Romanian Horas, Parisian Musette & the occasional wild card thrown in for good measure. Six core members have played for decades in everything from Balkan dance bands to traditional Swing groups.
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NEVENKA - popular Los Angeles-based women’s chorus brings to life vocal folk/roots traditions from around the world. Their songs range from Bulgaria, Georgia, Russia, Bosnia to Rom and Sephardic songs - as well as recently added American and Irish music. Their spellbinding harmonies are at the core of their eclectic repertoire. While mostly singing a cappella, they are occasionally accompanied by percussion, mandolin, guitar, citern or panduri.
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TUNACIOUS - a Celtic genre-bending band with songs and dance tunes for a blowout contra dance to wind-up the evening.
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Go early for the reception at 7 pm. More info at 818-785-3839.
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Advance tix, $20 general admission, $25 VIP reserved (limited), available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/576923
 
 
 
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Ongoing, through Apr 19, in Sierra Madre:
(Times vary, by night)  “CIVIL WAR THEMED LIVE THEATRE,” in three period-music-related productions, at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318; www.sierramadreplayhouse.com.

Nick Smith, veteran storyteller and co-producer of the Pasadena Folk Music Series (formerly the Caltech Folk Music Series), says, “I’m historical advisor for their current productions. The main one, "Battledrum," (Mar 7-Apr 19) is a short musical drama about drummer boys during the Civil War.”
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There is also one remaining performance of the MUSIC OF THE CIVIL WAR, in a show called "Glory Hallelujah," on Apr 13. It’s presented in conjunction with the Colbert School of Music, that esteemed L.A. institution across the street from the Disney Concert Hall.
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The theatre’s lobby has a wonderful display of Civil War photographs and descriptive placards, along with a Union uniform and lady’s dress of the time.
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Each performance of "Battledrum" opens with an opening talk by a historian, leading into the play. Nick tells us, “I will be doing [the historian’s opening] for some of the performances. I’m also helping select the readings and music for the other production. It’s been busy.”
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The Guide was there for ""THE PLAYER KING," a one-night-only show in the series on March 28. It’s about the theatrical Booth family, including John Wilkes Booth, the actor who assassinated Abraham Lincoln. Written and performed bt DARIN DAHMS, it is an inspired performance. If it’s indicative of this series, and we believe it is, then catch as much of it as you can.
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Tix and info, at:
http://sierramadreplayhouse.org/playhouse

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 1, in L.A.:
“JACKSON POLLOCK’S MURAL,” and “HATCHED! CREATING FORM WITH LINE,” are two concurrent temporary exhibitions at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 8, in L.A.:
“A ROYAL PASSION: QUEEN VICTORIA & PHOTOGRAPHY” and “HIROSHI SUGIMOTO: PAST TENSE” are two concurrent temporary exhibitions at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 22, in L.A.:
“HEAVEN AND EARTH: BYZANTINE ILLUMINATION AT THE CULTURAL CROSSROADS” is a new temporary exhibition at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.
 
 
 
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Mon Apr 7, in Pasadena:
6-10 pm  Piano man MARC BOSSERMANN plays the Parkway in Pasadena. More at www.marcbosserman.com/gigs

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Mon Apr 7, in Culver City:
6:30 pm  “NEW WESTSIDE BLUEGRASS JAM” at the Industry Cafe & Jazz, 6039 Washington Bl, Culver City 90232; 310-202-663.

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Mon Apr 7, in SFV (NoHo):
7 pm Weekly “IRISH CéILí DANCE” and “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” (the latter a structured jam), presented by the Celtic Arts Center at the Mayflower Club, 11110 Victory Bl, North Hollywood 91606; 818-760-8322.
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Dance at 7, music session at 8 pm.
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Info on Gaelic language classes and more at www.celticartscenter.com

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Mon Apr 7, in Burbank:
7:30-10:30 pm  THE BROMBIES play their long-running bluegrass residency on one of the two stages at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444;  HYPERLINK "http://www.vivacantina.com/" www.vivacantina.com.
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Featuring L.A. studio star-singer-mandolinist George Doering (who's on the soundtrack of a dozen or more movies) as well as songwriter JoEllen Doering on guitar, the great Bill Bryson (Bluegrass Cardinals, Desert Rose Band, Chris Hillman Band, mucho mas) on bass and multi-instrumentalist bluegrass phenom Patrick Sauber (he plays with Grammy winners’ bands) on banjo.
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Another show on the other stage also starts at 7:30; see separate listing.
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All shows on both stages are no cover. Venue is known for its Mexican food and full bar. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons).

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Mon Apr 7, in Altadena:
8 pm  KATE TAYLOR plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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KATE TAYLOR is James Taylor's musical "Sister Kate."
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Born in New England and raised in North Carolina, Kate shares her dual musical heritage with brothers James, Livingston, Hugh, and her late brother Alex. Her roots run deep in the soul, gospel and rockabilly sounds of her southern upbringing and in the literate folk, pop and Appalachian stylings that comprise the balance of her family's musical legacy. Fronting her own band at fifteen, Kate signed her first recording contract with Atlantic/Cotillion records at nineteen under the tutelage of her manager, legendary producer Peter Asher. That album, "Sister Kate," produced her first charting hit, a cover of Elton John's "Country Comfort," recorded with his encouragement and blessing.
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She later recorded two albums for Columbia Records, "Kate Taylor," produced by her brother James Taylor and "It's in There," produced by acclaimed Muscle Shoals/Nashville producer Barry Beckett. Her duet with James, "The Shoop Shoop Song," from "Kate Taylor," became her next charting hit single and remains an audience favorite today.
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Kate's 2002 release, “Beautiful Road,” received 3 stars from Rolling Stone, who dubbed it a "heartfelt folk-rock gem." Her 2009 release, “Fair Time!,” her first of all-original compositions, debuted to critical acclaim nationwide.
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Kate's recent performances include the Newport Folk Festival, the WUMB/Boston Folk Festival, Sirius/XM radio and Nashville's famed Blue Bird Cafe. Kate plays regularly throughout the Northeast and at Feinstein's in New York City.
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Critics praise "Fair Time:"
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From “Elmore” Magazine: “Sweet and sensual with a vocal twang that can melt hearts, Kate Taylor is the kind of musical gem that keeps on shining with every album she puts out...Taylor assuredly trades the impassioned heartache conveyed on 2003's Beautiful Road for a slyer, more dynamic sound, the kind that encompasses the vocal power of Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris.”
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From “The Noise” ~ ...hailing from the legendary musical family that is the Taylors of Martha’s Vineyard (brothers James, Livingston, etc.), Kate Taylor, who made a name for herself in the ’70s, has released this 12-song album that contains all the flavor and spunk of country and rockabilly... and all the depth of folk... Kate’s CD is a wonderful collection of heartfelt songs. From the Nashville-feeling and jaunty ‘Soap Opera Life’ to the beautiful and utterly touching tribute to her late husband in ‘Red Tail,’ Kate superbly shows her talent for translating various emotions into well-written and arranged songs. The more I listen to this, the more I appreciate Kate’s spirit and voice. Other picks: ‘King of the Pond,’ ‘Sun Did Shine,’ and Cholene’.”
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Check out her performances on YouTube:
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www.youtube.com/watch? v=eHrOU0qhnco&feature=related
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcLKToVJKKw
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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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Mon Apr 7, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm  CHAD WATSON BAND plays, followed by the weekly “TALENT CONTEST” with cash prizes, at 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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Mon Apr 7, in SFV (NoHo):
8-10:30 pm  Weekly “OPEN MIC” with worldwide webcast at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913; global web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com
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When you go early and sign-up for the play-slots-lottery, you can let them know you want to hire them to do a multi-camera video shoot and produce a music video of your one-song performance. That puts you in a different category for the drawing for available spots, and it gets you a professionally-produced music video MUCH cheaper than you’ll find anywhere else. More on their website.

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Mon Apr 7, in Silverlake (L.A.):
9 pm  THE EAGLE ROCK GOSPEL SINGERS, plus their musical guests, play the Satellite, 1717 Silverlake Bl, Silverlake (L.A.)
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The Eagle Rock Gospel Singers began as a collective of friends getting together in the summer of 2010. They’ve become a choir of up to 15, reviving “the old gospel spirit” with songs like “We Shall Not Be Moved,” so that gives you a good idea what to expect. Do ya HEAH me, brothas and sisthas?!
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Doors at 8:30 pm. Free, if you get there and get in before it’s full.
 
 
 
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♪  The Guide will be making CH-CH-CHANGES – turn, embrace the change -- in 2014. Some folks will like some, others will not. There will be points of departure to make room (and time) for the new. We’ll do what we can, because as always, we operate with the editor’s motto, “One does what one can.”
 
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