FREE BAYOU FEST TIX!; Thursday night music scene, plus FESTIVAL previews & ticket alerts

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This WEEKEND’S FESTIVALS – and the weekend following – are overflowing and amazing, and the details are within. And, ooooohhh yeeeeeah, we have a FREE pair of ticket for a lucky reader to attend this weekend’s LONG BEACH BAYOU & BLUES FESTIVAL!

Updated TICKET ALERTS are here, to help you plan, and we have the lowdown on Thursday’s music out ’n about, in ’n around.

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Guide to this edition…

1) NEWS…
• TICKET GIVE-AWAY! LONG BEACH BAYOU & BLUES FESTIVAL
• NEIL YOUNG turns a bad situation into a teachable moment

2) THURSDAY NIGHT’S MUSIC SCENE

3) FESTIVALS this coming weekend ~
• many, many festivals, happening, Friday-Sunday, June 19-21

4) TICKET ALERTS…
• More festivals after this coming weekend.
• Concerts, theatre, and more things coming your way (we update that all the time).


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First news feature…

• TICKET GIVE-AWAY! LONG BEACH BAYOU & BLUES FESTIVAL
A pair of tickets, good either day you want to go (Sat or Sun, June 20 or 21)

FREE! Tix cost $30 each at the gate

(these tickets cannot be resold, are not transferrable, and cannot be redeemed for cash value.)

It’s a GIFT from the Acoustic Americana Music Guide and our friends at the festival to one lucky reader of the Guide!

HOW TO WIN a pair of tickets:

Answer the following question in an email, titled as specified:

“Which award-winning, touring bluesman, who has released many albums, lives in Long Beach and is playing the festival?”

• Give us his first and last name in an email with YOUR name (as your name appears on the photo i.d. you will use at the festival’s “will call” to claim your pair of tickets) and put all that in an email.
• Title your email “Bayou Tickets”
• Send your email to: tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com
• Winner will be notified by email just after noon on Friday, June 19, 2015.
• Winner MUST confirm by email by 4:30 pm Friday that they received the notice they won.
• Winner can choose which day to go with no need to tell us or the festival.

Get your answer right! It’s easy to do using the festival site or information easily available online.

GOOD LUCK!


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Second news feature…

• NEIL YOUNG turns a bad situation into a teachable moment

We all knew Neil Young would say something about it. How commendable that he didn't clobber Donald Trump, who used his music without permission. Instead, Neil used the incident as a teachable moment.

MESSAGE FROM NEIL YOUNG (Sent from Lookout Management to Press)

“Yesterday my song ‘Rockin' in the Free World’ was used in an announcement for a U.S. presidential candidate without my permission. A picture of me with this candidate was also circulated in conjunction with this announcement but it was a photograph taken during a meeting when I was trying to raise funds for Pono, my online high resolution music service.

“Music is a universal language. So I am glad that so many people with varying beliefs get enjoyment from my music, even if they don't share my beliefs.

“But had I been asked to allow my music to be used for a candidate - I would have said no.

“I am Canadian and I don't vote in the United States, but more importantly I don't like the current political system in the USA and some other countries. Increasingly, democracy has been hijacked by corporate interests. The money needed to run for office, the money spent on lobbying by special interests, the ever increasing economic disparity and the well-funded legislative decisions all favor corporate interests over the peoples. The Citizens United Supreme Court ruling is proof of this corruption, as well as the proposed trade deals, which would further compromise our rights.

“These Corporations were originally created to serve us but if we don't appropriately prioritize they will destroy us. Corporations don't have children. They don't have feelings or soul. They don't depend on uncontaminated water, clean air or healthy food to survive. They are beholden to one thing - the bottom line.

“I choose to speak Truth to this Economic Power. When I speak out on corporations hurting the common man or the environment or other species, I expect a well-financed disinformation campaign to be aimed my way. Such is the case with the reaction to my new album The Monsanto Years, which covers many of these issues. I support those bringing these issues to light and those who fight for their rights like Freedom of Choice. But Freedom of Choice is meaningless without knowledge.

“That's why it's crucial we all get engaged and get informed. That's why GMO labeling matters. Mothers need to know what they are feeding their children. They need freedom to make educated choices at the market. When the people have voted for labeling, as they have in Vermont, they need our support when they are fighting these corporate interests trying to reverse the laws they have voted for and passed in the democratic process.

“I do not trust self-serving misinformation coming from corporations and their media trolls. I do not trust politicians who are taking millions from those corporations either. I trust people. So I make my music for people not for candidates.

“Keep on Rockin' in the Free World.”

- Neil Young
www.neilyoung.com



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2) THURSDAY NIGHT’S MUSIC SCENE
~ live music ’n arts events around town tonight
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Thu, Jun 18, in Burbank:
5 pm-late It’s a Full lineup in the Front Showroom and on the Trailside Stage (separate rooms) at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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5- 7 pm THE GREG & CHRIS SHOW takes a time-traveling trip through the hits of the ’50-’70s.
7-8:30 pm GLEN ROBERT's 17-PIECE BIG BAND JAZZ BAND plays classic swing in the Trailside Showroom.
7:30 pm KIP BOARDMAN with ’70's L.A. country rock and the distinct sound of American songbook, reminiscent of Harry Nilsson, Jimmy Webb and Allen Toussaint, in the Front Showroom.
8:30 pm RICK SHEA & THE LOSIN’ END features the monthly residency of RICK SHEA, the California Country great, joined by special guests, in the Front Showroom.
9 pm IT CAME FROM NASHVILLE with Alabama country rocker TONYA WATTS, Outlaw country royal WAYLON PAYNE, plus special guests, in the Trailside Showroom.
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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Thu, Jun 18, in Long Beach:
5-8 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly residency of authentic and original Irish music at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com

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Thu, Jun 18, in OC (Huntington Beach):
6-9 pm Monthly “OC HAMMERED DULCIMERS” music session led by Barbara Gershman in Huntington Beach. Location and info, email bgershman@socal.rr.com
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It’s an evening for “Sharing tunes & playing for fun!” with a “Potluck first.”
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More info at www.scdh.org

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Thu, Jun 18, in OC (Fountain Valley):
6-10 pm Twice-monthly “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.

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Thu, Jun 18, in San Diego Co (Santee):
6:30-9:30 pm Weekly “WOOD 'N' LIPS OPEN MIC” at the Kaffee Meister’s Santee Coffeehouse, 9225 Carlton Hills Bl #30, Santee.

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Thu, Jun 18, in L.A.:
7 pm STEVE EARLE & THE DUKES plus THE MASTERSONS play the El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Bl, L.A.
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Doors at 7 pm; Tix, $45, at 323-936-6400

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Thu, Jun 18, in Pasadena:
7 pm CAL ARTS HANDS ON'SEMBLE plays the kickoff of the weekly “Children's Concert series,” part of the free summer concert series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230.
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This year brings the children’s series on a new night in Pasadena: Thursdays, all summer.
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The Cal Arts Hands On'semble are a group of “interactive contemporary percussionists.” Arrive early to enjoy pre-show performances on the little “Grassy Hill Side Stage,” grab a bite to eat from the “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena” presented by Market on Holly, and check out the local “Community Partners” while the little ones enjoy the KidZone.
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Free, except what you buy to eat. More at: www.levittpasadena.org

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Thu, Jun 18, in Burbank:
7:30 pm RICK SHEA & THE LOSIN’ END welcomes KIP BOARDMAN to their monthly residency at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506
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Both acts are fine rootsy Americana and both are big deals.
7:30 pm - Kip Boardman
8:30 pm - Rick Shea & The Losin’ End
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.

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Thu, Jun 18, in L.A.:
8 pm STREET CORNER RENAISSANCE, that award-winning vocal group that epitomizes the old-style classic vocal style in the group’s name, plays “Sizzling Soulful Summer” at the Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W Sunset Bl, Los Angeles 90028.
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Back from a scorching 6 week engagement in Dubai and a recent Midwestern sweep, STREET CORNER RENAISSANCE is hotter than ever with their unique brand of a cappella soul singing. They’re back in Los Angeles for a limited time only. Before trekking off overseas to the UEA, the fellas opened two magical nights for television’s legendary host of the Tonight Show, JAY LENO, at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. There, they received a rousing standing ovation before responding to fervent demands for an encore.
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More at www.streetcorne rrenaissance.com

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Thu, Jun 18, in Hollywood:
Andrew Lloyd Webber's “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is a new production by Cameron Mackintosh at the Hollywood Pantages, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood; www.HollywoodPantages.com
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In L.A. for a limited 8-week run June 17 through August 2 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, with newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design. This new version of “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is performed by a stunning cast and orchestra comprised of 52 superbly talented actors, singers and musicians. It’s being billed as “the MUST SEE production of 2015.”
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Tix start at $29. Box office opens daily at 10 am except holidays for in-person or phone orders at 800-982-2787. Info on the production, a video sneak peek, and online tix at: www.ThePhantomOfTheOpera.com/ustour

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Thu, Jun 18, in Altadena:
8 pm THE BETTER HALVES play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena. Reservations, 626-798-6236.
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“This Austin, Texas duo is guaranteed to make you smile, or your money back,” says venue impresario Bob Stane. With an arsenal of humorous duets, poignant story songs, and some of the most clever rhymes in the English language, this husband-wife team have delighted audiences from Mexico to Alaska to Maine. In addition to their excellent songwriting and sweet vocal harmonies, the pair are outstanding instrumentalists on two guitars. They bring to life classic, intricate finger-style swing arrangements by Chet Atkins as well as Brazilian chorinhos. No one should miss a chance to see them perform their most famous piece, a Jerry Reed tune they play 4 hands on 1 guitar, which always brings the cameras out and the house down! As for accolades, Chrissie has played live on Garrison Keillor's “A Prairie Home Companion,” and Jimmy Joe had a song featured on NPR's “Car Talk.” Tonight, they add the Coffee Gallery Backstage to that list, and you wouldn't want to miss that.
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More at: www.thebetterhalvesmusic.com
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Tix, $15.

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Jun 18, in L.A.:
8 pm-2 am "HONKY TONK HACIENDA" this week triples as music for all, CD release show for KIMM ROGERS, and the musical birthday party for musician & “Nette Radio” host ANNETTE CONLON, with performances by THE CONLONS full band, KIMM ROGERS, and THE BLUE DOLPHINS, at El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, Los Angeles 90029; tix & info, www.elcidla.com
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THE CONLONS feature Doug Conlon on banjo & mandolin, Matt Bunsen on standup bass, Simon Hancock on drums, and Erik Kristiansen on pedal steel. They play early, at 8:30 pm.
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Immediately following is KIMM ROGERS with her CD release show. She released two albums on Island Records in the ’90s, and this is her first indie release.
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THE BLUE DOLPHINS wrap up the night with their “fun poppy California sound.”
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More info at: www.elcidla.com/event/865775-honky-tonk-hacienda-kimm-los-angeles/
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Every Thursday night El Cid transforms into "Honky Tonk Hacienda" with bands, songwriters and musical instigators “tearing it up” with outlaw country, roots, old time, and Americana..

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Thu Jun 18, in Hollywood:
8 pm ALLEN STONE plays the summer concert series at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood.
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Tix, $30, at 323-469-1181.

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3) FESTIVALS this coming weekend
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The weekend of Friday through Sunday, June 19-21, is abundantly overflowing with first-rate festivals that people talk about all year. Maybe attend one each day? Hmmm. Can we afford the tickets? It’ll sure make for a memorable start to summer! (If you’re travel-challenged, two festivals are in Long Beach, simultaneously!)


Sat, Jun 20,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Fullerton):
Noon-4 pm Annual “SUMMER SOLSTICE FESTIVAL” at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av, Fullerton 92833; 714-738-6706.
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Performances by
THE SALTY SUITES
GONZALO BERGARA
TRIO ELLAS
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Sat & Sun, Jun 20 & 21,
FESTIVAL,
in Long Beach:
11 am-9 pm Annual “LONG BEACH BAYOU FESTIVAL” brings Cajun-Zydeco on one stage, and blues on the other, each with a portable wood dance floor, and performances by acts from Louisiana and elsewhere, on the local bayou at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, on East Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach 90802. Take your low back folding chair, blankets, and warm duds for chilly evenings.
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Performances include:
CHUBBY CARRIER & THE BAYOU SWAMP BAND
STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS
DAVID SOUSA & THE ZYDECO MUDBUGS
BERNIE PEARL
STONEY B BLUES BAND
T-LOU & HIS SUPER HOT ZYDECO BAND
CHARLIE JENE
JOEL SAVOY
JESSE LÉGE & THE CAJUN COUNTRY REVIVAL
CORNEY MIMS & THE KNOW-IT-ALLZ
SEVILLE
And more
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The event is celebrated for its Cajun & Creole cuisine, dance instruction – and continuous dancing, daily participatory “Mardi Gras Parade” through the festival grounds, Eating Contests for watermelon & crawfish, wall-to-wall activities for kids and teens, and especially welcoming ambiance.
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Tix by phone, 562-912-4451, or online info and tix at: www.longbeachbayou.com
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Tix: adults, $25 / day-advance, $30 / day-gate.
Seniors (age 60+) and Students (age 18+) $20/advance, $30 at the gate.
Children age 12 & under are free.


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Fri-Sun, Jun 19-21,
FESTIVAL,
inland N of Santa Barbara:
Annual “LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL” is a delightful event in a picturesque setting and supports folk-friendly public radio on the Central Coast, at Live Oak Camp, 4600 Highway 154, Santa Barbara 93105.
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Performances by:
CACHE VALLEY DRIFTERS
GLEN DAVID ANDREWS
LIL’ED & THE BLUES IMPERIALS
JUNGLE FIRE
RIYZZ QAWWALI
NIKKI HILL
MAMAJOWALI
NIKKI HILL
DEREK SENN
EMY REYNOLDS BAND
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Perhaps our favorite quote about Live Oak comes from a musician who has played there and who asked us not to reveal his name. He says, “People should realize this isn’t all folk music. It’s all highly proficient, highly creative and a joy to hear, and it’s really very eclectic, just like what the station plays on the air. Ha! It’s what somebody needs to tell KCRW is GOOD eclectic music, since L.A. radio listeners have no clue except for all the music lovers who come up here every year for this happy festival!”
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Finally, the schedules work, and there is no conflict with the “Huck Finn Jubilee,” which was the weekend before this.
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Things get underway Friday with the first main stage performance at 2 pm, and go right through Sunday evening at 8:30 pm. Fri & Sat night shows run late on one or the other of the stages with lights, plus there’s a workshop stage in the oak forest that’s active during daylight hours. The stages have reliably good sound. There are workshops, there’s good food from vendors, interesting merch vendors, lots of hippie heaven dancing under the giant oak trees, plus jamming in the campgrounds, and a fine, friendly ambiance. Take your wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, low back folding chair, blankets, and warm duds for chilly evenings.


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Fri-Sun, Jun 19-21,
FESTIVAL,
In the San Bernardino Co desert (Victorville):
Annual “ROUTE 66 BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL” at the San Bernardino County Fairgrounds, 14800 7th St, Victorville 92395; info, 760-218-8752 or email route66bluegrass@gmail.com
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Performances by:
ERIC UGLUM & BUD BIERHAUS & THE VINTAGE MARTINS
SILVERADO BLUEGRASS BAND
THE GET DOWN BOYS
GRASSLANDS
BURNING HEART
MOJAVISOUL
THIS JUST IN
WINDY RIDGE
BACK PORCH BLUEGRASS
SWEET TIDINGS
SWBA BLUEGRASS KIDS
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Since Don Tucker, the founder of the “Huck Finn Jubilee,” died suddenly three years ago, the family sold that festival to the Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau (it was held the weekend of June 13-15). Before that, it had been a longtime annual event at Mojave Narrows Regional Park in Victorville. Obviously, Victorville misses its annual bluegrass fix (and the economic benefits it brought to the community). Hence, we have this new bluegrass festival, held a week after “Huck Finn,” so hardcore pickers ‘n grinners can now catch TWO Southern Cal bluegrass fests on consecutive weekends. Take UV-blocking sunglasseses, sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, your low back folding chair, a blanket, and warm duds for chilly evenings.
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Things get underway Friday with the first performance at 3 pm, and conclude about 3 pm Sunday so you’ll have plenty of time to drive home. (Note that Amtrak is an option from L.A. Union Station or Fullerton to Victorville, but it’s the Chicago train, once per day, each way.)


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Sat & Sun, Jun 20 & 21,
FESTIVAL,
in Long Beach:
10 am-7 pm Annual “BIG IRISH FAIR & MUSIC FESTIVAL” has moved around the calendar, in recent years, and now it returns with performances by bigtime groups, in El Dorado Regional Park III, 7550 E Wardlow Dr, Long Beach 90815.
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Performances by:
THE DUBLIN 4
YOUNG DUBLINERS
THE FENIANS
THE HUMBLE HOOLIGANS
and more


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Sat & Sun, Jun 20 & 21,
FESTIVAL,
in San Diego Co (Poway):
10:30 am-5 pm Annual “SAM HINTON FOLK HERITAGE FESTIVAL” presented by San Diego Folk Heritage, at Templars Hall in Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd, Poway 92064; 858-566-4040.
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Performances by:
THE MARK JACKSON BAND
PATTY HALL & GREGORY MARTIN CAMPBELL
MARI BLACK
POWAY FOLK CIRCLE CHORUS
LEVI DEAN & THE AMERICATS
THE LACEMAKERS
THE STORYTELLERS OF SAN DIEGO
Plus an open mic, Bluegrass and Old Time Jams, a contra dance, and more.


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Festival elsewhere…

Thu-Sun, Jun 18-21,
FESTIVAL, in Colorado:
42nd annual "TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL" has a main stage like no other: the view to the left of the stage is a six-hundred foot waterfall.
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The annual festival coincides with the Summer Solstice -- the longest day of the year which begins the Colorado summer. It's a magical time of sun and light, when the the high country of Colorado puts away its skis and grabs hiking boots, guitars, and a low-back festival chair to take in "Bluegrass."
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This event coined the term, "Festivarians" to describe the attendees — most of them devotees — who make the annual solstice trek to Telluride for the superb music and all that goes with it. And it has its own culture.
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They'll tell you, "The 42nd Annual festival promises a magical four days of only-in-Telluride performances," and they are not exaggerating.
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Foremost among those is the always-anticipated opening-night Thursday set by the Telluride House Band. That being the annual session by Sam Bush, Béla Fleck, Jerry Douglas, Edgar Meyer, Bryan Bowers, & Stuart Duncan. Wowwww.
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And there ARE still some single-day Thursday tickets.
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This is the music fest that rightfully boasts bringing "Beloved Festival veterans and inspiring new talent. The Telluride royalty of virtuosic bluegrass superpickers, soulful songwriters, and some of the biggest stars in the rootsy Americana landscape and well beyond."
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The festival is built around the many artists that have defined the Telluride Bluegrass sound, as the weekend is sprinkled with inspired sets from Peter Rowan, Béla Fleck, Jerry Douglas, Chris Thile, Tim O'Brien, and of course the "King of Telluride," Sam Bush. These artists come together for the festival's epic set from the Telluride House Band.
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Nestled in the rugged San Juan Mountains and surrounded on three sides by the natural architecture of the Telluride Box Canyon, Telluride is arguably the most spectacular town in the American West.
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Founded in 1875, the Victorian charm of the town is protected as a National Historic Landmark District. The town of Telluride (elevation 8,750') is connected to the modern resort community of Mountain Village (elevation 9,450') via a free commuter gondola.
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The San Juan Mountains are the highest concentration of 14,000-foot peaks in the US. Activities in and around Telluride include mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, numerous hot springs, historic ghost towns, and whatever else your sense of adventure shows you. Popular hikes from town are the Bridal Veil Falls - the highest cascade in Colorado - and the 2-mile hike up to Bear Creek Falls, beginning right behind the festival stage.
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The 2015 Main Stage Schedule will convince you to put this festival on your list for next year, whether or not you're going to experience it now.
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Thursday, June 18, 2015
10 am —Gates Open
10:45 - 11:45am —Noam Pikelny & Stuart Duncan
12:15 - 1:30 pm —Jerry Douglas Band
2:00 - 3:15pm —Robert Earl Keen
3:45 - 5 pm —Rhiannon Giddens
5:30 - 7 pm —Hot Rize
7:30 - 9 pm —John Butler Trio
9:30 - 11 pm —Telluride House Band featuring Sam, Béla, Jerry, Edgar, Bryan & Stuart
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Friday, June 19, 2015
9 am —Gates Open 9:45 - 10:45am —Mustered Courage
11:00 - Noon —Johnnyswim
12:30 - 1:45pm —Lau
2:15 - 3:30 pm —Peter Rowan's Twang an' Groove
4:00 - 5:15pm —Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn
5:45 - 7:15pm —Punch Brothers
8:00 - 9:30 pm —Janelle Monáe
10:00 - 11:30 pm —Trampled By Turtles
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Saturday, June 20, 2015
9 am —Gates Open
9:45 - 10:45am —Telluride Band Contest
11:00 - Noon —Trout Steak Revival
12:30 - 1:45pm —Robert Ellis
2:15 - 3:30 pm —Steep Canyon Rangers
4:00 - 5:30 pm —Yonder Mountain String Band
5:45 - 6 pm —Telluride Troubadour
6:15 - 7:30 pm —Lake Street Dive
8:00 - 10 pm —Sam Bush Band
10:30 - Midnight —Leftover Salmon
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Sunday, June 21, 2015
10 am —Gates Open
10:45 - Noon —Rock My Soul featuring The Fairfield Four & The McCrary Sisters
12:30 - 1:45pm —Rhonda Vincent & The Rage
2:15 - 3:30 pm —Brett Dennen
4:00 - 5:15pm —Chris Thile & Edgar Meyer
5:45 - 7 pm —Greensky Bluegrass
7:30 - 8:45pm —Kacey Musgraves
9:15 - 10:45pm —Ry Cooder, Sharon White & Ricky Skaggs
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A few additional Thursday single-day tickets, as well as camping, may still be available at shop.bluegrass.com or 800-624-2422.
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Full info at:
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https://www.bluegrass.com/telluride/



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UPCOMING FESTIVALS are listed first, followed by an ever-growing section for UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events…

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Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28,
FESTIVAL,
in Ventura:
10:30 am 7th annual “ROADSHOW REVIVAL, A Tribute to the Music of Johnny Cash,” brings two days of music, fun, and plenty of other planned activities in its new location, Mission Park in old downtown Ventura (across from Mission San Buenaventura), at 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura.
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This year’s lineup includes:
REVEREND HORTON HEAT - rockabilly virtuosos
BILLY JOE SHAVER - outlaw country legend
THE BLASTERS - roots rockers
BIG SANDY AND HIS FLY RITE BOYS
JOHN DOE from seminal L.A. punk band X
SLIM JIM PHANTOM from THE STRAY CATS
ROBERT GORDON - rockabilly revivalist
GAMBLERS MARK
THE FREIGHTSHAKERS
PETUNIA & THE VIPERS
BIG TWEED
THE VONETTES
MATT ARMOR
MEDICINE HAT
JUST DAVE BAND
HIGHWAY STARR
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This 7th annual event, presented (as always) by Ross Emery Entertainment, features different themes each day. Sunday brings popular outlaw country, rockabilly, and bluegrass bands. Saturday centers around MANY Johnny Cash tribute bands.
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Along the way, there’s a pin-up girl pageant, hot rods, custom cars and motorcycles, Johnny Cash memorabilia, a guided tour of Johnny Cash’s legacy in Ventura, food & beverage vendors, a kid’s corral, and scores of vendors with unique offerings and collectibles.
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Tix and info, www.roadshowrevival.com
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Tix are $32 (advance) for a 2-Day “Get Rhythm” Main Stage Pit ticket ($65 value) with access to all of the Roadshow Revival festivities as well as entry into the Pit area of the Main Stage.
$20 (advance) gets you a 2-Day general admission ticket ($40 value).


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Sat, Jun 27,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Irvine):
Annual “BANDS & BELLIES FESTIVAL” at the Temple Of Light OC, 11 Goddard, Irvine 92618.
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This one features a 7 pm full concert set by the wonderful MARINA V, plus belly-dancing, yoga, arts & crafts, and food vendors. Marina tells us, “I played at this festival two years ago and everybody was so nice and we had a GREAT time! And all proceeds benefit an animal rescue in Irvine, so your ticket money will go to a great cause.
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More info: www.bandsandbellies.com/current-show.php
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Admission (suggested donation): $12 for admission and concert, or $20 for show and the 5:30 pm Yoga class (cost for age 16 and up), Free for children under age 5.


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Out-of-Town Festivals…

Thu-Sun, Jul 2-5,
FESTIVAL,
in Oregon:
Annual “WATERFRONT BLUES FEST” in Portland, OR. Their 2015 schedule is not yet posted, nor are prices and discount accommodations at nearby PSU.
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BUDDY GUY is the festival headliner on Sunday, July 5.
Over 80 local & national blues bands will perform on three main stages.
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Zydeco bands include:
CHUBBY CARRIER
ROSIE LEDET
DOG HILL STOMPERS
COREY LEDET ZYDECO BAND
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Plus local Cajun-zydeco bands and a large zydeco dance floor.
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Sat, Aug 8, in downtown L.A.:
3-7 pm “BURGERS & BEER FESTIVAL” at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Features Los Angeles’ best burger restaurants serving their signature sliders and the state’s best craft breweries sampling the brews that have made them famous. Confirmed restaurants include Animal, Bouchon Bistro, Grill 'Em All, Ledlow, Pono Burger and many more to come. Confirmed breweries include Angel City Brewery, Bottle Logic Brewing, Ninkasi Brewing, Strand Brewing Company and many more to come.


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Fri-Sun, Sep 4-5-6,
FESTIVAL,
in Rhode Island:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST” in Ninigret State Park, RI. If you go, make it a day early to catch STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS on Sep 3 at the Towers.
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Full info at www.rhythmandroots.com


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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-21,
FESTIVAL,
in Coloma (Northern Cal):
9th annual "AMERICAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL" announced its lineup and began offering discounted early bird tickets on May 1. Full info, www.americanrivermusic.org/festival.php


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Fri-Sun, Oct 9-11,
FESTIVAL,
in Louisiana:
Annual “FESTIVALS ACADIENS” in Lafayette, LA. Info at www.festivalsacadiens.com includes discount room rates at Ramada Inn, Lafayette, if you book early.


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All coming up, some SOON, many with advance discounts, others that’ll sell-out quickly.

Jun 17-Aug 2, in Hollywood:
Andrew Lloyd Webber's “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is a new production by Cameron Mackintosh at the Hollywood Pantages, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood; www.HollywoodPantages.com
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In L.A. for a limited 8-week run through August 2 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, with newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design. This new version of “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is performed by a stunning cast and orchestra comprised of 52 superbly talented actors, singers and musicians. It’s being billed as “the MUST SEE production of 2015.”
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Tix start at $29. Box office opens daily at 10 am except holidays for in-person or phone orders at 800-982-2787. Info on the production, a video sneak peek, and online tix at: www.ThePhantomOfTheOpera.com/ustour

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… through Jun 27 (see sched. below), in Hollywood:
“THE LOAD-IN,” a world premiere comedy and “HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL” selection, starts June 7 at Three Clubs Cocktail Lounge, 1123 N Vine St, Hollywood 90038. World Premiere engagement of a new comedy, written and directed by David Svengalis. Produced by Mahoobla Productions. Original music by Nicole Marcus. 21+ show. Runs Sun, June 7, at 8 pm; Fri, June 12 at 4 pm; Sun, June 14 at 10 pm; Tue, June 16 at 8 pm; Fri, June 19 at 6 pm; & Sat, June 27 at 6 pm. Tix, $13. Reservations, 323- 455-4585. Online tix, www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/2490

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Fri, Jun 19, in downtown L.A.:
“CLASSICAL SIDE OF CUBAN MUSIC” happens in the Mark Taper Forum, at the L.A. Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, Los Angeles 90012. Info & tix, www.musiccenter.org. Cuban pianist Daniel Amat, accompanied by some of Los Angeles sought-after studio musicians, pays a tribute to some of Cuba’s most prolific composers featuring music from Ignacio Cervantes (1847-1905), Ernesto Lecuona (1895-1963) and Israel Lopez “Cachao” (1918-2008).

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Sat, Jun 20, in Culver City:
9:30 pm-1:30 am "SUMMER'S EVE" of all-acoustic music with MICHAEL ANN AZOULAI performing with MERLE JAGGER, the GROOVY REDNECKS (acoustic), and TALKIN' TREASON, at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230.
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10 pm - TALKIN' TREASON
11 pm - GROOVY REDNECKS (acoustic)
12 am - MICHAEL ANN with MERLE JAGGER (that great band with MARK CHRISTIAN)
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No cover. Venue has full bar and is always fun. Barstool seating is competitive, so arrive early (the show publicity says it's a 9:30 start, so act accordingly).

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Jun 21 & 22, in Hollywood:
7:30 pm THE KINGSTON TRIO plus original founding member BOB SHANE, and special guests TIMOTHY B. SCHMIT of the Eagles, AL JARDINE of the Beach Boys, TRINI LOPEZ, BARRY McGUIRE, THE LIMELITERS, and other surprise guests, at the Avalon, 1735 Vine St, Hollywood.
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The 21st is the "taped dress rehearsal" for the show being taped for PBS broadcast on the 22nd.
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Tix at www.flavorus.com/kingstontrioavalon

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Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28, atop SFV:
Noon & 2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series debuts this weekend with performances by THE OOKS OF HAZZARD and EVERLY SNODGRASS at Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90049; www.skirball.org; 310-440-4500.
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This summer’s Skirball “Family Amphitheater Performances” take family visitors on “a ramblin’ musical road trip, inspired by Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution.” Series runs Saturdays and Sundays, Jun 27–Sep 6, with performances at noon and 2 pm.
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All performances are included with Museum admission. Free on-site parking; street parking strictly prohibited.

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Sun, Jun 28, in L.A.:
Time tba “SONGWRITERS ON SONGWRITING LIVE” with the bestselling author of the book of that title, PAUL ZOLLO. Paul is hosting legendary Chicago blues phenomenon CORKY SIEGEL, whom he calls, “one of the stars of my youth.” The event is at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles.
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The public can attend; we’ll have details soon, here in our “Ticket Alerts” section.
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Corky Siegel, says Paul, “emerged from the Siegel-Schwall Blues Band to become a solo act back when I was in high school and would thrill at any chance to hear him. Amazing pianist, remarkable harmonica player and great songwriter. A night with Corky will be amazing. Thanks to his friend and mine James Lee Stanley for making this happen.”

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Sat, Jul 15, in Hollywood:
JOHN FOGERTY's "1969" TOUR plays its only L.A. (and Southern Cal) date at the Hollywood Bowl, with trad-New Orleans keyboard wizard BOB MALONE.

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Aug 22, in Bev Hills:
LEON RUSSELL plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Sep 10, in Bev Hills:
JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO plus TAJ MAHAL TRIO play the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Sat, Sep 19, in Hollywood:
LILA DOWNS plays the Hollywood Pantages.

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Oct 2, in BevHills:
GORDON LIGHTFOOT plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Dec 12, in BevHills:
""FRANK SINATRA'S 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION" featuring FRANK SINATRA JR. "Sinatra Sings Sinatra" at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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