Toosday? Twosday? Tunesday? Oh! Tuesday ~ music & art, April 8, 2014

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Tue, Apr 8, in Silverlake:
8 pm THE JOHN REYNOLDS TRIO plays "Jazz Tuesdays / The Moonrise Club" at El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, Silverlake (Los Angeles) 90029; www.elcidla.com
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"This band harks back to an almost-forgotten series of recordings by one of the great Hot organizations of the early Thirties, the Washboard Rhythm Kings. If you didn’t have money for a trap set (and who did, during the Depression?) you could outfit what was then a common item, a laundry washboard, with a cymbal, a cowbell, perhaps other percussive side-dishes, find some thimbles, and wail away. … I thought of what the National Forest Service calls “a controlled burn” — an intensely Hot fire that is, however, always precisely focused on its musical objectives. And the band is more than a collection of individualists: they rock, joyously, together. " ~ Jazz Lives.
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El Cid's new incarnation of their "Jazz Tuesdays" series, "The Moonrise Club," features the old time jazz that Folk-Americana fans love -- gypsy jazz, hot jazz, etc. -- from, and inspired by, the 1920s and '30s. The night lets El Cid relive its own roots, as the building once housed a popular 1925 cafe / speakeasy called The Jail Cafe.
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The John Reynolds Trio performs 3 sets, starting at 8 pm. Go hungry -- they have a new full menu.
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$5 cover, 21+ event. Doors at 7 pm, show at 8 pm.

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A BUNCH of CDs were released today. We’ll catch-up through the week. Today, we’re jumping right into the live events.

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As always, we start with a quick nod to history.

April 8th in history…

√  "On this day in 1974 HANK AARON hit his 715th home run, passing BABE RUTH for the all-time record. For me, he's still the champ, not Barois Bonds." ~ contributed by Roy Ward, Fairfield, CT.
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To which Michael Staron notes, "and no ground rule doubles counting as homers."
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And Robert Mathews added, "and he did it during the era where pitchers dominated off of higher mounds in bigger parks, all while hitting with his weight on his front foot which causes a reduction in power, and he didn't lift or take steroids."


√  Today is the birthday of musician JULIAN LENNON. Actually, his full name is like one of those British Royals: John Charles Julian Lennon (born April 8, 1963) is the only child of John Lennon and Cynthia Powell (his father's first wife).


√  FELLOW MARTIANS! Tonight, April 8/9: the Red Planet puts on its best show in more than six years
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Astronomy magazine writes, "Tuesday, April 8, Mars lies opposite the Sun in our sky today and reaches its peak visibility for 2014. The Red Planet appears low in the east as darkness falls and grows more prominent as the evening wears on and it climbs higher. By 1 a.m. local daylight time, it stands halfway to the zenith in the southern sky. Mars lies among the background stars of central Virgo, 7° north-northwest of that constellation’s brightest star, 1st-magnitude Spica. The planet shines at magnitude –1.5, some 10 times brighter than the star. In fact, Mars hasn’t been this bright since December 2007. When viewed through a telescope, the planet’s ocher-colored disk spans 15" and shows significant detail. The most obvious feature should be the white north polar cap. Learn more about observing the Red Planet with 'Explore Mars this month,'" at:
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♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
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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:
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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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Tue, Apr 8, in Ventura:
6-10 pm  Monthly “VENTURA BLUEGRASS JAM” at its new home at Milano’s Italian Restaurant in the Ventura Marina, 1559 Spinnaker Dr #100, Ventura; 805-658-8311.

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Tue, Apr 8, in Signal Hill:
6 pm  Weekly “BLUEGRASS SOUP JAM” at Convert-A-Tape, 2420 Gundry Av, Signal Hill 90755.

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Tue, Apr 8, in San Diego Co (La Mesa):
6:30-9 pm  Monthly “SDBS BLUEGRASS SLOW JAM LEARNING SESSION” sponsored by the San Diego Bluegrass Society at Fuddruckers, 5500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa 91942.

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Tue, Apr 8, in Arcadia:
7 pm  Weekly "SONGWRITERS SERENADE" tonight brings a lineup of recording artists and performing host JC HYKE, all playing fully acoustic, at Matt Denny's Ale House Restaurant, 145 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006.
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No cover. Venue has full menu and full bar. All ages. Show is on a covered patio with plenty of heaters. Free parking in back or on the street.

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Tue, Apr 8, in SFV (Toluca Lake):
7 pm  Weekly “TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION” is a structured jam at Timmy Nolan's Tavern & Grill, 10111 Riverside Dr, Toluca Lake 91602; 818-985-3359.

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Tue, Apr 8, in Manhattan Beach:
7-10 pm  Monthly “BEACH CITIES FOLK CLUB” music session at the Wayland House, 1642 Voorhees Av, Manhattan Beach 90266; 310-376-8760.

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Tue, Apr 8,
not music, but cool,
in Rancho Cucamonga (off the 210 Fwy):
7 pm  “BRYAN BROWN & KAYAKING 100 DAYS ON THE COLORADO RIVER” is FREE program tonight only at the REI store in Rancho Cucamonga.
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Join Los Angeles-based adventure traveler Bryan Brown to relive his remarkable story about successfully completing the first-ever solo, unsupported descent of the 2,400-mile Colorado River watershed, following as closely as possible in the 18th century wake of Powell. 

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Tue, Apr 8, in San Diego:
7:30-11 pm  An undisclosed CAJUN CREOLE BAND plays Tio Leos, 5302 Napa St, San Diego 92110.

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Tue, Apr 8, in WeHo:
Time tba  THE ICY HOT CLUB plays “Jazz Tuesdays” at the Moonrise Club in West Hollywood.
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The Icy Hot Club is a Los Angeles-based group that plays modernized Gypsy Jazz music in the style of Django Reinhardt. They often include reworked versions of contemporary pop and rock songs alongside traditional Gypsy Swing, with 3 part vocal harmonies. Generally bringing two guitars, in the hands of Ethan Emerson and Ray Bergstrom, and an upright bass, Icy Hot Club might add violin, clarinet, and / or drums.

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Tue, Apr 8, in Altadena:
8 pm  GURF MORLIX, legendary Texas musician, record producer, and iconic Austinite, accompanied by the lovely AMILIA K. SPICER, plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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Texas Troubadour Gurf Morlix is “Hypnotic and provocative…” – that’s how Jim Caligiuri of the Austin Chronicle describes him and his musical prowess. Though Morlix is known for producing chart-topping records for bunches of artists – including Ray Wylie Hubbard, Lucinda Williams, Slaid Cleaves, and Robert Earl Keen – his own records are top spins by Folk/Roots stations across the country and in Europe. Roy Kasten of KDHX says that Morlix writes “with a flair for wit and mystery.” And of his latest record, “Gurf Morlix Finds the Present Tense,” gets critics’ raves, like: "...it is acoustic country blues with flashes of electric lightning and crazy carnival organ when least expected." Roy Kasten of KDHX says that Morlix writes “with a flair for wit & mystery.” Bill Bentley of the Austin Chronicle says, “The man sings with such beautiful sadness…”
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Morlix is an “Americana Music Association Award Winner” and multiple nominee for “Instrumentalist of the Year,” and fulfills the triple threat of Americana / Roots musicianship: soul-grabbing singing before a backdrop of unforgettable songwriting and expert instrumentation. It all comes together like a charm at his live shows. He is also known for mesmerizing ballads and a dry wit that makes for a very entertaining and well-rounded evening.
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There is a song on the record that has a very interesting back-story in light of our country's troubled and tragic recent history concerning gun violence. Gurf lost a dear friend, fellow musician and songwriter Blaze Foley, in the 80's as a result of a domestic incident, in which Foley was murdered while defending an old man against his angry son. The song is “Bang, Bang, Bang.”
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http://youtu.be/zK4XTskFHss (“One More Second,” another song concerning gun violence)
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http://youtu.be/tDxsf7SgQP0 (“Clay Pigeons”)
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http://youtu.be/qJ-RRhntvR4 (“The Parting Glass”)
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There’s much more at www.gurfmorlix.com
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Tix, $15. 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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Tue, Apr 8, in L.A.:
8 pm  THE IRISH VOLUNTEERS (Mike & Sean Manning of THOSE MANNING BHOYS and MyIrishPride.com),plus TIMOTHY MOYNAHAN and special guests, perform Irish traditional music “with some surprises,” at Seven Grand Restaurant & Whisky Bar, 515 W 7th St, Los Angeles; 213-614-0737.

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Tue, Apr 8, in Burbank:
8 pm  “JOHN PISANO’S GUITAR NIGHT” welcomes talented pre-booked guests to a series that always brings quite a lineup of virtuosic players, every time they do this, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com.
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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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Tue, Apr 8, in Burbank:
8 pm  Monthly “BASC BLUEGRASS NIGHT” at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com.
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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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Tue, Apr 8, in L.A.:
8 pm  INGRID MICHAELSON plays “THE DROP” performance-interview CD release series at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Theatre, 800 W Olympic Bl, L.A. 90015; 213-765-6803; www.grammymuseum.org
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After a two-year hiatus, singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson is back with a new album and the Grammy Museum tells us, “she’s better than ever. Michaelson has come a long way since her first platinum break-out single, ‘The Way I Am,’ was released seven years ago. Her past records have always been written by Michaelson herself, with one producer, recording in one location. On her fifth studio album, ‘Lights Out,’ dropping on April 15, Michaelson decided it was time to take a risk and branch out of her comfort zone. For ‘Lights Out,’ she recorded in Los Angeles, New York and Nashville, alongside six different producers and ten respectable co-writers, including the talented Katie Herzig, Mat Kearney, Trent Dabbs, A Great Big World, and Busbee (Katy Perry, Pink, Lady Antebellum.)
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“Her most personal album to date, Michaelson didn’t hold back, drawing inspiration from the darkest moments of her life over the past couple of years. The result? A beautiful, intense, and thoughtful piece of work. Please join us as we welcome Michaelson to the Clive Davis Theater to celebrate the release of the album, just days before its release. Hosted by Vice President of The GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares Scott Goldman, the evening will feature both an interview with Michaelson and a performance.”
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Doors at 7:30 pm for the best seats (and the line forms well before that). All proceeds benefit the GRAMMY Museum.
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Tix at 213-765-6803 or online at www.grammymuseum.org.

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Tue, Apr 8, in L.A.:
8:15-10:30 pm TRACY NEWMAN & THE REINFORCEMENTS, plus THE SPOSATO BTOTHERS, and the US debut of FLOWER SHOP ROMEO, at Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 90046.
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The show starts at 8:15PM with the Sposato Brothers opening, then, at 9 pm, Flower Shop Romeo. Tracy & Co. go on at 9:40. Venue is known for its Chinese food; make reservations if you want to dine before the show, at 323-653-0640, or tell ’em at the door you want to eat in the showroom. Venue has full menu and full bar.
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$10 cover at the door of the music hall.

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Tue, Apr 8, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8:30 pm  COLDWATER CANYON 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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Tue, Apr 8, in ?:
8:30 pm  THE DEVIL’S BOX “finally brings bluegrass” to Sadie’s.
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The band tells us, “If you had fun at the shows at The Basement in Santa Monica, you'll definitely enjoy this one too.”
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No cover. Now, if they had only bothered to tell us where Sadie’s is located.



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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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