Festivals, Concerts, and More, Saturday, July 26, 2014

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In this edition ...

♪  NEWS FEATURE: A folk-rock icon calls it quits.
♪  FESTIVALS today in Southern California.
♪  CONCERTS, club gigs, the coffee house scene, outdoor shows, and more.

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♪  NEWS FEATURE...
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BARRY McGUIRE, LEAD ACTOR IN "HAIR" ON BROADWAY, FAMOUS FOR "EVE OF DESTRUCTION," & EARLY LEAD SINGER OF THE NEW CHRISTY MINSTRELS, CALLS IT QUITS

Barry McGuire had a health scare on stage Wednesday night, during the sound check for a performance of his popular musical storytelling show, "Trippin' the 60s." And, it seems, one was enough.

McGuire has been touring the show with John York, former member of the legendary '60s band the Byrds. Barry's announcement brings a sudden end to a uniquely influential and colorful career, during which he was repeatedly at the center of rock's most creative years.

He was there with his six-string in the Greenwich Village folk revival scene, alternating on little coffeehouse stages with the then-unknown "Bobby" Dylan, Joanie Mitchell, and many others who would become stars.

He came to public acclaim singing "Green, Green" as a member of Randy Sparks' group, the New Christy Minstrels. Soon after, the musicians he assembled to be his own backup band became The Mamas & The Papas.

His name is even featured in famous rock lyrics:

"McGuinn and McGuire / Just a-gettin' higher / In L.A. you know where that's at / And nobody's gettin' fat except Mama Cass."

In fact, Barry McGuire was living in a VW Microbus in Cass Elliott's driveway when the call came for him to get to New York. They wanted him for the lead in the debut of "Hair," the shockingly revolutionary Broadway musical in which conventions and sensibilities were defied, including when cast members got naked and crawled atop the backs of audience seats while singing.

In more recent years, Barry McGuire turned quite religious and took to heart the words and message of that '60s song he made famous, "Eve of Destruction."

His cachet increased when the song was banned from radio by the FCC, which feared sedition -- making Barry McGuire the only folksinger with that particular distinction in his biography.

But it's all arrived at an abrupt end. Barry has confirmed his sudden retirement. He wrote:

"Well, it's finally happened. For years I've been saying that this year is my last year for public appearances, and then that year goes by, and I say, 'Well next year's my last year.'

"But last night at Bob Stane's Coffee Gallery [Backstage] when John York and I got into our sound check, I started feeling a heavy burning sensation in my upper esophagus and down into my respiratory system. Some dear friends drove us straight to the hospital where I spent the night being poked and prodded, squeezed and tweezed, stabbed and jabbed until they finally ruled out the possibility of a heart attack. My blood pressure is perfect 120/80, my blood sugar level is perfect, my oxygen blood level is perfect and there were no heart attack enzymes in my blood.

"BUT, my body is telling me it's time to stop, so stopping I am.

"My last public appearance was at the Acoustic Music San Diego sponsored by Carey Driscoll. I didn't know it at the time, but I know it now. So if you've never seen me live on stage… hahaha, you've missed your chance."

The Guide's editor hosted Barry McGuire and his then sideman Terry Talbot back in the mid double-oughts on "Tied to the Tracks," the now-gone L.A. broadcast acoustic Americana radio show. They did a two-hour live performance-interview that featured much of "Trippin' the 60s" as it was when Barry began touring it.

"The phones rang off the wall," recalls Larry Wines, the Guide's editor and the radio show's host, programmer, and booker.

Larry adds, "Throughout the years, we have always encouraged the Guide's readers to see Barry perform live. I was very fortunate to have seen him do his '60s retrospective show many times, several with Terry, and even more with John York."

Recalling more, Larry says, "Barry was so good at wrapping you up in music history and whisking you away for a magical mystery trip of a ride. By the end of the night, the only remaining mystery was how in the world one talented guy could have been part of so much iconic music that spoke for a generation in turbulent times. I really pity those who never caught that show, including all who were too young to have known that music before. Still, I wish Barry and his charming wife Mari many years of happy retirement. Of course, if you ever want to make a comeback, Barry, even for one night, call us, y'hear?"



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There are TWO different L.A. fests for today's annual "National Day of the Cowboy," and they're listed first.

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Sat, Jul 26,
FESTIVAL,
in Griffith Park (L.A.):
10 am-5 pm  Annual "DAY OF THE COWBOY & COWGIRL" is the Autry Museum's event for the "10th Annual National Day of the Cowboy," a fun, family-friendly festival with live music and more, at the Autry National Center in Griffith Park, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles  90027; 323-667-2000.
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Get in touch with your inner cowboy or cowgirl. Enjoy delicious BBQ and a root beer saloon, see live performers, explore the museum galleries, and partake of the special activities.
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Participate in a variety of Western-themed activities, including:
√ A world-record attempt for the Most Trick Ropers, led by The Oklahoma Kid.
√ Leatherwork crafts with Standing Bear’s Trading Post.
√ Square-dance workshops with Triple Chicken Foot and dance caller Susan Michaels.
√ Drop-in roping with The Lewis Family, multigenerational Rose Parade regulars.
√ Sketching with live horses at the corral.
√ Scavenger hunts.
√ Hands-on stations with cowboy tools.
√ Screenings of "The Gene Autry Show."
√ Storytelling.
√ More.
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Admission: Free for Autry Members / $10 Nonmembers / $6 Students and Seniors (age 60+) / $4 Children ages 3–12; tickets include museum admission.
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RSVP/Reservations: tickets available at the door or online. Space is limited, so reservations recommended.

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Sat, Jul 26,
FESTIVAL,
in SFV (Chatsworth):
11 am-4 pm  10th Annual "NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOY" at the Valley Relics Museum, 21630 Marilla St, Chatsworth, California 91311. Chatsworth.
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Live performances by award-winning singer-songwriter STEVE HILL, plus the ROB STALEY BAND.
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Valley Relics Museum Presents THE NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOY with a big celebration featuring live western music, western tv and film celebrities, authors, food trucks, celebrity speakers, a dance contest, a ‘sneak peek’ of the new Nudies Rodeo Tailors clothing line, and more.
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Organizers say, "This is a cowboy event hosted by real cowboys and cowgirls. Accept no imitations."
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All proceeds support the San Fernando Valley Relics Museum and The National Day of The Cowboy.
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Meet, greet, shake hands and share stories with some of your favorite Western stars, including Dan Haggerty, TV's "Grizzly Adams,"  and Dawn Moore, daughter of TV's "Lone Ranger" Clayton Moore. Dawn will speak about her father's career.
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Also appearing will be Steve Stevens Sr., sharing his career in shows such as the Roy Rogers Show, Zorro, and Gunsmoke. Steve will head up a seminar, sharing stories on his time spent as an Agent for many Cowboy / Western authors and writers. Plus, Ben Costello, Julie Ann Ream, and Bethany Braley, who serves as Executive director of the National Day of the Cowboy. Bethany could have chosen to attend any of dozens of commemorative events today, and she picked this one. She will share her vision of the future of the NDOC.
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The event includes presentation of the Western Legends Award to a special guest, to be revealed.
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The "Charityville Jail" and living history team present a true step back in time with their historical re-enactment featuring cowboy western shoot-out and bank robbery scenarios.
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A western style BBQ food truck will be on hand, as will favorite ice cream truck "Scream."
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Other features are Face Painting for the kids, and craft vendors.
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Tickets are $20 for adults. Children age 12 and under are free. Tickets available at:
http://valleyrelics.org/events/the-national-day-of-the-cowboy/

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Sat, Jul 26,
Pseudo-FESTIVAL,
in OC (Huntington Beach):
8 am  Annual "U.S. OPEN OF SURFING" is America’s largest pro surfing competition, attracting the world’s elite of the sport, who compete for big money while wowing 200,000 beach boys and girls with their skill, grace and innovative board designs.
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Features live bands, a sports expo, and after-parties with the friendly locals. Centered on Main Street, Huntington Beach 92648. Info, www.usopenofsurfing.com

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Sat, Jul 26,
Pseudo-FESTIVAL,
in Long Beach:
11 am-3 pm  3rd Annual "EMPOWER THE YOUTH FAIR" in Martin Luther King Jr Park, 1950 Lemon Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806.
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Join GURL Society as they "provide youth and their families with resources for empowerment, inspiration, and uplifting." Info, http://gurlsociety.webs.com/apps/calendar/showEvent?calID=4559325&eventID=240583700

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Sat & Sun, Jul 26 & 27,
Pseudo-FESTIVAL,
in L.A.:
11 am-6 pm  FREE "RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR LOS ANGELES" in downtown’s new Grand Park, 200 N Grand Av, L.A.
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It's "a vibrant outdoor gathering place"  featuring "over 200 indie makers, food trucks, coffee, art installations, workshops and more." Info, www.renegadecraft.com/losangeles-july-market-details



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♪  Saturday's CONCERTS,
Club Gigs, Outdoor Shows...
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Sat, Jul 26, in Hollywood:
10 am  GRANDEZA MEXICANA FOLK BALLET COMPANY performs for this week's "BIG! WORLD! FUN! FAMILY SERIES" at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068; 323-461-3673.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Highland Park (L.A.):
1 pm  Monthly "OLD TIME MUSIC / TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FIDDLE & BANJO JAM at the Audubon Nature Center in Debs Park, 4700 N Griffin Av, Highland Park 90031; 323-221-2255.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Santa Monica:
2 pm  MARK HUMPHREY plays "ROOTS MUSIC ON THE LAWN" at the Santa Monica Public Library's Ocean Park Branch, 2601 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-458-8683.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Altadena:
3 pm  AARON LARGET-CAPLAN plays a matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations, 626-798-6236.

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Sat, Jul 26, in SFV (Canoga Park):
5 pm  JOHN ZIPPERER & FRIENDS play Julie’s Joint House Concert Series in Canoga Park. Reservations get directions at 818-261-0682 or  juliesjoint@johnzipperer.com

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Sat, Jul 26, in L.A.:
5 pm  GRUPO FALSO BAIANO plus KATIA MORAES play the outdoor summer series at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Bl, Los Angeles 90036; 323 857-6000.

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Sat, Jul 26, in L.A.:
6:30 pm  "SUE TRUMAN: FIDDLER, STEPDANCER AND 'CRANKIE' ARTIST FROM SEATTLE" at the Velaslavasay Panorama, 1122 West 24th St, Los Angeles 90007.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Lakewood:
6:30 pm  Weekly BLUEGRASS CONCERT brings various bands to the long running series at Me N Eds Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl, Lakewood 90712; 562-421-8908.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Culver City:
7 pm  MOUNTAIN DULCIMER PIONEERS OF THE WEST play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Altadena:
7 pm  DAVID LANDIA BAND plays the evening show at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675; reservations  626-798-6236.

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Sat, Jul 26, in SFV (Woodland Hills):
7-11 pm  SONGMAKERS monthly "WEST VALLEY HOOT" in Woodland Hills 91367. Location and info at www.songmakers.org 

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Sat, Jul 26, in Newhall (Santa Clarita):
7:30 pm  GRATEFUL DUDES play their weekky bluegrass residency, sometimes with very notable musical guests, at Vincenzo's Pizza, 24500 Lyons Av, Newhall 91350. (Just off I-5, Lyons exit.)

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Sat, Jul 26, in Santa Monica:
8 pm  ROSS ALTMAN & JILL FENIMORE play the art opening for an exhibition of the paintings of the late "CHANGE-LINKS" newspaper editor JOHN JOHNSON, at the Unurban Coffeehouse, 3301 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90401; 310-315-0056.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Pasadena:
8 pm TY FANCE does a STORYTELLING CONCERT at Porticos Art Space, 2033 Washington Bl, Pasadena.
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Ty is a multi-talented performer. There are still a few tickets left.
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Online advance, $12, at:
http://bit.ly/tyfancestorytime
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At the door, $15, cash or credit card.

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Sat, Jul 26, in Hollywood:
8:30 pm  GRANDEZA MEXICANA FOLK BALLET COMPANY plays the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Bl East, Hollywood 90068;  323-461-3673.

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Sat, Jul 26, in L.A.:
9:45 pm  KAREN NASH and her talented band play the "IPO (International Pop Overthrow)" night, which presents a big lineup of artists at Molly Malone's, 575 S Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 90036; 323-935-1577.
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Karen's band is Paul Marshall (I See Hawks in L.A.), Harry Orlove, & David Raven.
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Check out the night's schedule and full lineup and more at www.internationalpopoverthrow.com

 
 
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