Thursday’s La Musica and uhh, las artisticata(?)... July 30, 2015

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Published late, BUT... there’s GREAT stuff LATE, even some 9 pm starts! (Yeah, well, we were out all day. It happens.)

We DO HAVE a fine and FUN ESSAY for you in today’s “News Feature.” Read it or you’ll miss sumpin’ happenin’...

With no further ado, let’s jump right in.


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Guide to this edition…

1) NEWS...
An Essay about a Fun, Free Event, and Why We Need It.

2) THURSDAY’s Music & Arts Scene

3) TICKET ALERTS…
Separate categories for ongoing events, upcoming festivals, & concerts

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ATARAXIA AND THE BLUE MOON

by Larry Wines

The theme here is a word. First, what it is, and should mean to us. Second, an example of how to reclaim and experience it. And the astute may note that another word — Tranquility — is the touchstone between the two parts.

The word? It's ataraxia. You've probably never heard of it.

We need ataraxia. It's not a prescription drug to cure something that you didn't know you had. It's actually something you wish you had. Ataraxia is a word lost to language. And it needs rediscovery. It was the ancient Greek term for the opposite of anxiety.

The word was used by Pyrrho and Epicurus to describe "a lucid state of robust tranquility, characterized by ongoing freedom from distress and worry." The obscure definition in the modern dictionaries — the ones that still carry it — call ataraxia "a state of freedom from emotional disturbance and anxiety; tranquillity."

Too bad about our advanced American society —working our three part-time jobs; with no retirement or health care, no paid vacation like your father had; permanent hypochondria from nonstop bombardment with ads for unaffordable prescription drugs that cure toenail fungus but cause crotchrot; hundred-dollar luggage fees for seats with your knees in your armpits; record hot summers and record cold winters and resulting record high utility and food bills; and because it's too hot or cold to be outside, addiction to hundred-dollar-a-month cable bills for tv that used to be free with rabbit ears.

Too bad we don't know as much about relaxing as people knew 3,000 years ago. Or 40 years ago.

Now, how about a quick, short-attention-span compatible, and totally FREE opportunity to find a moment of ataraxia? Here comes that double meaning with tranquility.

Friday morning at 3:45 am (Pacific), we'll experience a second full moon in the same month. That's called "a blue moon," which doesn't make a bit of sense, since there's no assurance it'll appear blue. But it is rare, occasioning the phrase, "Once in a blue moon." In fact, it happens, on average, once every 2.7 years. But averages are tricky things. The last one was in 2012. But the next time won't be until 2018, when we'll get TWO in the same year.

So, is the Moon ever really blue? Yes, when atmospherics are right. Usually that requires a lot of particulates from a volcanic eruption. The world experienced truly blue moons after the massive explosion of Krakatoa, and again after Mt. St. Helens blew a cubic mile of itself into the stratosphere.

These days, you really don't want to see any "blue" blue moons. Or the Moon appearing blue any other time. Because the turbine engine blades of jet aircraft don't like the sharply abrasive particles from volcanoes.

Enjoy the blue moon Friday morning. Which probably won't look blue, but will be blue.

And if you're still waiting for the delivery of that touchstone of tranquility? It's on the Moon. Matter of fact, back before shortsighted austerity gutted America's space program, the first place humans ever set foot off the Earth was on the Sea of Tranquility on the Moon. Which despite being called a sea, wasn't blue, either. But it was tranquil. Downright ataraxic.



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Thu, Jul 30, FREE, in Hollywood:
10 & 11:15 am “SUMMERSOUNDS,” the children’s music series at the Hollywood Bowl, this week presents the YUVAL RON ENSEMBLE with MAYAYA, doing a Middle Eastern music program at the Hollywood Bowl Summer Sounds, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood 90068; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232.
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This runs at the same time, Mon-Fri, all this week. Now, you know the Guide isn’t about “world music.” But we do like to list quality music programs for kids, and the Yuval Ron Ensemble and this series at Bowl are BOTH high quality.

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Thu, Jul 30, 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.

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Thu, Jul 30, in OC (Huntington Beach):
5:30-9:30 pm ANDY HILL, of the award-winning ANDY & RENEE, plays Pete's Sunset Grill in the Hyatt Huntington Beach, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach; 714-845-4775.

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Thu, Jul 30, FREE, in Arcadia:
6 pm DUSTBOWL REVIVAL plays the City of Arcadia’s “Summer Concert Series” outdoors at City Hall, 240 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91007; 626-574-5113.

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

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♪ Thu, Jul 30, FREE, is a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick in Culver City!
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Thursdays, FREE; remaining shows Jul 30 through Aug 13, in Culver City:
7 pm HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN, that fabulous globetrotting Austin-based acoustic roots trio, plays CULVER CITY'S “BOULEVARD MUSIC SUMMER FESTIVAL” runs weekly in the palm-lined courtyard of Culver City’s City Hall. Each concert is FREE and parking is free, with an optional $10 up-front reserved seat.
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The season’s offerings are diverse. Here’s the remainder of the season’s schedule:
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** July 30: Hot Jazz and Western Swing from the HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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** Aug 6: Classic Rock with incredible vocals from VENICE.
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** Aug 13: Zydeco music featuring the sounds of Creole from Louisiana and Texas, with the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Avoid the crowds and parking hassles of other areas on the Westside. Courtyard opens at 4:30 pm. Careful with arriving early, because the free parking is free for two hours in designated parking structures in Culver City. Dozens of dining options are available within walking distance. You can even catch the new light rail to Culver City and a convenient Culver Bus to the concert, and not drive at all.

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Thu, Jul 30, FREE, in SFV (Sherman Oaks):
7:30 pm “KAREN TOBIN'S SONGWRITER SHOWCASE #3” is a live al-acoustic singer-songwriter event that brings a fine lineup to the Cork Lounge, 5043 Van Nuys Bl, Sherman Oaks 91403.
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Performing are:
JEFF KOSSACK
JOSEPH EID
SKYLER DAY
LAUREN ADAMS
KAREN TOBIN
Plus “some extra special guests.
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No Cover.

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Thu, Jul 30, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW” continues tonight at Molly Malone’s, 575 S Fairfax Av, Los Angeles; 323 935-1577.
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The Guide recommends you arrive in time to catch BRANDON SCHOTT at 8:15 pm.
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Performances run from 7:30 to about midnight.
** 7:30 pm - ALEX JULES.
** 8:15 pm - BRANDON SCHOTT.
** 9 pm - LINUS OF HOLLYWOOD.
** 9:45 pm - CHRIS PRICE.
** 10:30 pm - SPIRIT KID.
** 11:15 pm - FERONIA.
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The “Overthrow” is an international tour, and it’s at various Southern Cal venues (one per night) through August 2.
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$10 cover.

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Thu, Jul 30, in Altadena:
8 pm SKIP SPIRIO's 10 PIECE JAZZ/BLUES PROJECT plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2019 N Lake Av, Altadena. You will, FOR SURE, need reservations to get in. Call 10 am-10 pm, 626-798-6236.
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SKIP SPIRIO says, "For this particular show, I’ve added the amazing Dave Tull on drums and vocals. If you’re not familiar with Dave, he’s toured with Chuck Mangione, Maynard Ferguson, the Jack Sheldon Big Band, Cheryl Bentyne (of Manhattan Transfer) and many others."
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Dave is an extraordinarily talented composer/arranger/vocalist in addition to being one of the most in demand first call studio drummers in town. Dave will be singing songs from his critically acclaimed CD “I Just Want to Get Paid” and will also be previewing new tunes to be included on his brand new CD to come out in a few months."
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SKIP SPIRIO's 10 PIECE JAZZ/BLUES PROJECT features the original works of some ofthe most creative composer/arrangers on the scene today. The sound of the group is an eclectic mix of the traditional big band era of the 30s and 40s, the burnin' NY bebop scene of the 50s and 60s,the rock/funk/latin fusion scene that came to follow, and forms yet to be defined.
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"The beauty of this 10 piece format", Spiro says, "is that we're big enough to produce a very full ensemble sound, yet small enough to shine the spotlight on each of the players. So the focus of the group is on new original material (along with re-worked standards and such) designed to feature each of these great ensemble players as soloists in their own right. In the traditional sense, there are no sidemen in this band, everyone is a featured soloist. This not only makes for a great musical experience, but a very happy band. And of course judging from responses we receive night after night, that enthusiasm translates right out there to the audience!”
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Tix, $18.

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Thu, Jul 30, in OC (Anaheim):
8 pm EASTON CORBIN with special guest HAYLEY ORRANTIA play the City National Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E Katella Av, Anaheim 92806; 714-712-2700.
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With two No. 1 singles, multiple awards and nominations, plus performances on some of the biggest stages in the world, Easton Corbin makes his debut at City National Grove of Anaheim in support of his current top 10 and rising single, “Baby Be My Love Song,” from his upcoming release “About to Get Real.”
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When Easton broke on the scene in 2009 with not one, but two, No. 1 singles, “A Little More Country than That” and “Roll With It,” and a Top 15 hit, “I Can’t Love You Back,” the country music world was put on notice. He became the first country male artist in 17 years to have his first two consecutive singles reach No. 1. Billboard named Easton the Top New Country Artist of 2010 and named "Roll With It" the No. 6 Hot Country Song of the Year. He was ranked No. 9 on Billboard’s list of Top Country Artists-Male, listed between Blake Shelton and Tim McGraw.
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Easton’s third studio album, “About to Get Real,” was released June 30. Corbin teamed up with the same producer from his first two successful albums, Carson Chamberlain, for “About to Get Real,” which includes 11 tracks. “When deciding on an album title, ‘About to Get Real’ just says it all for me,” shares Corbin. “When country fans listen to this album, I want them to take away that even though the music mixes the modern with the classic, it’s entirely real. Like the music of my heroes, it’s the real deal.”
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Corbin collaborated with director Shaun Silva for his Top 15 and climbing “Baby Be My Love Song” music video which was shot at Pinewood Social, a hip social club near downtown Nashville. Featuring Easton as the narrator, viewers witness a bartender strike up a romance with a young woman after-hours. The trendy lounge’s industrial-chic space, which includes a bowling alley, hot tub and Airstream, lends itself to the couple’s night of fun.
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While Easton has plenty of long-term goals, the most important ones are simple. “I want to get my music to as many people as possible,” he says with a determined smile. “You’ve got to be good to your fans, and you’ve got to make music that’s true to you.

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Thu, Jul 30, in SFV (NoHo):
8-10 pm JOSH KRAMON plays Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info and live webcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com.
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Tonight, all the money goes to the artists. More at: www.facebook.com/josh.kramon.3
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$10 cover.

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Thu, Jul 30, in Hollywood:
9 pm MARINA V plus ÁRSTÍÐIR, a band from Iceland(!) play Boardner's & The B52 Club, 1652 N Cherokee Av, Hollywood 90028.
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Even for the talented and well-traveled MARINA V, tonight is, as she says, “A very special show,” with ÁRSTÍÐIR, an amazing band from Iceland. They’re playing their first-ever gig in the Golden State. Marina V tells us, “Árstíðir is very popular in Europe and their native Iceland, and they're an AMAZING band. You don't want to miss it :) Their harmonies, violin and cello will steal your heart. There is an opener at 9 pm, and Nick & I take the stage right around 9:35pm, and Árstíðir will play afterwards, at 10:35.”
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Doors at 8:30 pm. More at: www.MarinaV.com
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Tix: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1456469

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Thu, Jul 30, in Hollywood:
9 pm WYE OAK plays the second of two Southern Cal dates in different venues, tonight at Club Bahia, 1130 W Sunset Bl, L.A. 90012..
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Wye Oak is touring their latest album, "Shriek." The duo shares their July 29 date with the band LAKE.
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FOLKIES? Of a sort. Wye Oak has brought some unusual influences to their style of folk music, including indie, dream pop, and shoegaze. They are a band of two, Jenn Wasner and Andy Stack. Their stage setup on tour dates is notably unusual, with lead vocalist Jenn Wasner thrashing away on her guitar and drummer / keyboardist Andy Stack playing the drums with his right hand, striking the bass pedal with his foot, and creating basslines on the keyboard with his left hand.
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Wye Oak has become well known, not only for the duo's vocal harmonizing, but for catching audiences off guard with distortion or sudden changes in volume. Audiences began attempting to define Wye Oak's style on their many tour dates in 2011 when they opened for some of the biggest names in music.
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Wasner and Stack spent most of their lives in Baltimore, Maryland. But after two years of constantly touring "Civilian," their highly lauded 2011 album, they landed on opposite sides of the country with an unforeseeable future ahead. Despite this newfound uncertainty, the two bandmates embraced their physical distance, passing ideas back and forth, allowing new work to evolve in their respective solitudes.
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"Shriek" is their fourth full-length cd and the culmination of their intent "to express the emotional and intuitive self by acting out animalistic exclamations through cathartic release." They will tell you it's their most personal and confident declaration yet.
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Newly inspired by playing bass, Jenn took up songwriting in a setting where the guitar did not dictate harmonic boundaries or require a call-and-response relationship with her voice, a hallmark of previous Wye Oak records. With her phrasing freed, now it is often Andy who interacts with Jenn's vocals, playing syncopated and meditative keyboard parts, and the duo's collaborative arrangements provide a backdrop in which both the arcs of melodies and the new rhythmic elements flourish.
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To engineer, mix, and co-produce, they brought in Nicolas Vernhes of the Rare Book Room in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, whose inventive approaches to production fit their new direction. The result, "Shriek," is a record that's been described as "a narrative of disorientation, loss, renewal, and empowerment."
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Both Wasner and Stack had played in numerous local bands around Baltimore since high school, forming their duo in 2006. The two initially searched for more members before settling in as a musical twosome and playing numerous local tour dates.
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Their debut album, "If Children," was released independently in 2007, but gained such local and underground popularity (especially among bloggers) that it led to a record deal and a re-release of the record. Wye Oak continued to craft their sound on "The Knot" in 2009, and their endlessly toured "Civilian" from its release in 2011. And now, some changes with their 2015 release, "Shriek."
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"Civilian" was acclaimed as a "winning evolution" of Wye Oak's style, allowing the duo to crash noisily into mainstream popularity. It's also allowed Wasner and Stack to spread their new sound as openers for some heavy hitters' tour dates in 2011. Some of those bands include Portugal. The Man, The Decemberists, Okkervil River, and their stylistic counterparts, Yo La Tengo. Wye Oak is also performing at some of the summer's biggest music festivals.
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Tix:
$15, at:
http://losangeles.eventful.com/events/wye-oak-/E0-001-083968829-2

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Thu, Jul 30, FREE, in L.A.:
8 pm JOHNNYSWIM plays “AMERICANA MUSIC NIGHT” in the FREE SUMMER SERIES at the Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Ride the Metro Purple Line subway to MacArthur Park Station and walk around the lake to the stage.
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Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, and a picnic (no alcohol allowed in the park, and that’s enforced with expensive citations) or grab a bite to eat from the “Taste of Levitt Pavilion L.A.” (rotating food trucks). Arrive early to enjoy a pre-show performances on the little “Side Stage,” 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.

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Thu, Jul 30, FREE, in Pasadena:
8 pm BOB BAKER MARIONETTES performs for the weekly children’s night at the FREE SUMMER 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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Ride the Metro Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station and you’re right there.
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Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, and a picnic (no alcohol allowed in the park, and that’s enforced with expensive citations) or grab a bite to eat from the “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena” (rotating food trucks). Arrive early to enjoy a pre-show performances on the little “Grassy Hill Side Stage,” and check out the local “Community Partners” while the little ones enjoy the KidZone.
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Thu, Jul 30, in Burbank:
8 pm LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT, Americana / roots / alt or trad country or honky tonk, tonight at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full menu and full bar, and is known for its Mexican food.
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Thu, Jul 30, FREE, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK MUSIC live tonight 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, and friendly people who all like to dance. Go early for the free dance lessons. There’s live music every night, seven nights a week; sometimes acoustic, sometimes heavy on the pedal steel or the twang, but never that annoying fahke ackscent Nashvulle scene.

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Thu, Jul 30, in Hollywood:
8 pm 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, Jul 30, in Culver City:
9 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK MUSIC is a distinct possibility tonight at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bld, Culver City 90230.
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No cover. Venue is 21+, the size of a postage stamp, and barstool seating is competitive. Still it’s always a fun place.

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Plenty of UPDATES added on Tuesday, July 28...

There are separate sections within.
a) ONGOING EVENTS are listed in the first section, followed by...
b) UPCOMING FESTIVALS listed in their own section, then our ever-growing catalog of...
c) UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events.

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Now through Sep 26, in Topanga:
3:30 pm “AS YOU LIKE IT” re-sets Shakespeare to the American Civil War, at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley.
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Note, “the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more.”
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In this production of “As You Like It, ” director ELLEN GEER moves the tale of two sets of brothers — one alienated by ambition, the other estranged by envy — to the divided South of the post-Civil War era, adding traditional American folk music and dance from the period. Rosalind is forced to flee camp when her uncle Frederick, usurper of his brother’s position as a general in the Union army, threatens to have her killed. Accompanied by her cousin Celia, Rosalind disguises herself as a man for safety's sake. The disguise comes in handy when she tests the devotion of her noble admirer, Orlando, on the run from his hostile older brother. Meanwhile, the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more. With Rosalind's wit leading the way, the forces of true love, justice and song eventually triumph.
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This production runs June 7 through Sep 26, ALTERNATING WITH OTHER PRODUCTIONS. Production dates / times: Sunday, June 7 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 14 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, June 20 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 28 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, July 12 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, July 18 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 1 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Aug. 9 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 15 at 3:30 pm * • Saturday, Aug. 22 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 29 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 19 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 20 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m .
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A special Prologue (pre-show discussion) happens Saturday, Aug 15 at 2:30 pm. (included in ticket price).
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Tickets range from $10-$39.50; children 6 and under are free. Info, complete schedule of all performances this summer, and advance tix, at 310-455-3723 or www.theatricum.com

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Jul 11 through Sep 26, in Topanga:
7:30 pm “GREEN GROW THE LILACS, ” the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play that inspired “Oklahoma!”, at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, in the heart of Topanga Canyon, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley. The production opens Sat, Jul 11 and runs through Sep 26. See the feature story in the “News” section of the Guide’s Jun 22 edition.
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Tix range from $10-$39.50, with discounts available for students, seniors, the military and AEA members.
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The season’s offerings here alternate. For a complete schedule of the summer season’s performances and to purchase tickets, call 310-455-3723 or go to www.theatricum.com

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Now through 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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Sat, Aug 1,
FESTIVAL,
in Santa Clarita:
3-9:30 pm "BLUESFEST" celebrates "International Blues Music Day" as part of "L.A. SummerFest at Rivendale" in Towsley Canyon Park, 24675 The Old Road, Santa Clarita.
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Live music, food trucks, beer & wine. Bring a beach chair.
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Lineup:
3 pm - tba
4 pm - VIVA VINSON & SUGAR COATED SOUL
5 pm - LAURIE MORVAN BAND
6 pm - CHUCK STRONG and SRBQ
7 pm - WUMBLOOZO
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Presented in association with the SCV Blues Society.
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More at:
http://losangeles.eventful.com/events/bluesfest-/E0-001-085662010-7
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Sat, Aug 1,
PSEUDO-FESTIVAL,
in Griffith Park (L.A.):
4-9 pm "EAT, SEE, HEAR," is a parking lot event between the L.A. Zoo and the Autry National Center (Autry Museum) in Griffith Park, reaching into the museum's courtyard at 4700 Western Heritage Way, L.A. 90027.
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We do not know who is performing or what stage setups you will find. We know that La Brea Bakery, a leader in artisan bread, is launching their "Breaking Bread Tour" here, bringing handcrafted breads to foodies across the country this summer, from a tour truck with fresh food and recipes, with things like Seedless Raspberry Jam and Almond Butter on a French Baguette and Salami and Sharp Cheddar Cheese on Rosemary Olive Oil bread. So you won't starve while you track-down the event's listenable musical offerings.


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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, Aug 14-15-16,
FESTIVAL,
in San Diego Co:
Annual “SUMMERGRASS 2015” is at the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum. For festival goers, it’s “down on the Farm," where you step back in time, relax, and enjoy a great festival.
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The unique venue where Summergrass happens harks back to the 19th and early 20th century farm days, and it’s brimming with rural farm nostalgia from that era. There are steam and gas engines chugging away, powering historic tractors and farm equipment along other relics, in the Weaver's Barn, the Farmhouse, the Schoolhouse, the 1930s gas station replica (posted price "32 cents a gallon"),and there’s a model railroad, a Blacksmith shop, and plenty to delight young and old. Don’t delay getting your tickets and camping arrangements. Things do fill-up.
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This year Summergrass has a fine lineup, with:
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♪ THE BOXCARS
♪ BECKY BULLER
♪ SIDELINE
♪ BLUEGRASS ETC.
♪ THE BROMBIES
♪ ROCKY NECK BLUEGRASS
♪ LONESOME OTIS
♪ NEXT GENERATION
♪ BOX CANYON
♪ FRONT PORCH MUSIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY
♪ BLUEGRASS BRETHREN
♪ HIGH MOUNTAIN ROAD
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In the past, many of the Summergrass headline performers have either won or have been nominated for International Bluegrass Music Association awards. The combination of national and regional bands on the turn-of-the-19th / 20th century stage built by the museum folks just for the festival. It's constructed without nails, using just dowels and pins to hold it together.
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In all, it’s three days of great live music from twelve national and local bands, and wonderful activities, such as Kids Camp, Meet the Bands, other music workshops and family-friendly things to do, spontaneous jam sessions, and the ever-popular instrument raffles, tasty food, and a variety of vendors. Summergrass is enjoyable for the whole family, a great, affordable family event, and not too far to drive.
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Details, advance tix, camping, etc., are all online at:
www.summergrass.net.


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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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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, and that offer closes SOON.
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The festival recently announced its line-up:
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Main Stage:
NICKI BLUHM & THE GRAMBLERS, THE INFAMOUS STRINGDUSTERS, DANGERMUFFIN, NORA JANE STRUTHERS & THE PARTY LINE, SHOOK TWINS, DAVID LUNING BAND, SONGS OF THE FALL, DAVID MYLES TRIO, SPARK AND WHISPER, DENNIS JOHNSON & THE MISSISSIPPI RAMBLERS.
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Other Stages ~ Campgrounds and Hot Spots:
DANGERMUFFIN, SHOOK TWINS, DAVID LUNING BAND, SONGS OF THE FALL, DAVID MYLES TRIO, SPARK AND WHISPER, DENNIS JOHNSON AND THE MISSISSIPPI RAMBLERS, A THOUSAND YEARS AT SEA, PROXIMA PARADA, ACHILLES WHEEL DUO, MCNEVIN & THE SPOKES, ISLAND OF BLACK AND WHITE, THE KELLER SISTERS, STRINGTOWN AMBASSADORS, THE LOVE CHOIR, MOON SHINER, THE PAINTED HORSES, LUMADAE, TAMRA GODEY.
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Friday Night Showcase hosted by Michael Gaither:
Ten more performances tba.
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Sponsors say, "The South Fork wants you to hear music on its banks! Limited Time left to get ‘Early Bird’ discounts at the festival website.”
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The festival was named "Best of" choice for fun things to do in the Sacramento Bee newspaper, and called, "Friendly, Unforgettable" in the Mountain Democrat. "...what a great vibe at the festival" wrote the Auburn Journal. "Music and Moving Water in Perfect Harmony" says Submerge Magazine.
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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.


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Thursdays, FREE; remaining shows Aug 6 through Aug 13, in Culver City:
7 pm CULVER CITY'S “BOULEVARD MUSIC SUMMER FESTIVAL” runs weekly in the palm-lined courtyard of Culver City’s City Hall. Each concert is FREE and parking is free, with an optional $10 up-front reserved seat.
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The season’s offerings are diverse. Here’s the remainder of the season’s schedule:
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** Aug 6: Classic Rock with incredible vocals from VENICE.
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** Aug 13: Zydeco music featuring the sounds of Creole from Louisiana and Texas, with the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Avoid the crowds and parking hassles of other areas on the Westside. Courtyard opens at 4:30 pm. Careful with arriving early, because the free parking is free for two hours in designated parking structures in Culver City. Dozens of dining options are available within walking distance. You can even catch the new light rail to Culver City and a convenient Culver Bus to the concert, and not drive at all.

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Fri, Jul 31, FREE, in Santa Clarita:
8-10 pm "A NIGHT AT THE OPERA" with CENTER STAGE OPERA is part of "L.A. SummerFest at Rivendale" in Towsley Canyon Park, 24675 The Old Road, Santa Clarita.
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An evening of favorites from classical opera AND classic musical theatre, presented in cooperation with Center Stage Opera.
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Bring a beach chair and a picnic and enjoy a beautiful evening under the stars.
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Free; $10 suggested donation. Free parking.

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Fri, Jul 31, FREE, in El Segundo:
6-8 pm THE LONG RUN - Experience The Eagles, plays the "Opening Weekend Summer Concert" at the Point, 850 S Sepulveda Bl, El Segundo 90245.
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The Guide isn't big on cover bands or tribute acts. This group is a rare exception, because they're that good.
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This is a free outdoor concert for the "Grand Opening Weekend" at the Point Plaza. It's near enough to the ocean that blankets are encouraged.
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Since their debut in 1999, THE LONG RUN - Experience The Eagles, has earned its place among the top-drawing tribute acts in North America and is widely regarded as the finest Eagles tribute show working today. Selected to perform the music of The Eagles by the Mark Cuban / Ryan Seacrest television network AXS-TV, their 90-minute live concert for the hit cable TV show "The World's Greatest Tribute Bands" was broadcast to millions of viewers over five countries. Marked by lush vocal harmonies and exceptional musical accuracy, every TLR performance delivers a reverence for the iconic Eagles studio recordings, blended with the The Long Run's own live-concert energy.
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FREE show.

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Fri, Jul 31, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW” continues tonight at Fais Do Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, Los Angeles; 323-931-4636. $10 cover. Things run 7:30 pm to about midnight. 7:30 pm - The Bobbleheads. 8:15 pm - Plasticsoul. 9 pm - The Piper Downs. 9:45 pm - Evil Maria. 10:30 pm - Cartoon. 11:15 pm - The Condors.
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The “Overthrow” is an international tour, and it’s at various Southern Cal venues (one per night) through August 2.
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$10 cover. 18+ show

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Fri, Jul 31, in Hollywood:
9 pm-2 am "HOLLYWOOD CLUB CRAWL TOUR" seems to center at Playhouse Nightclub, 6506 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood 90028.
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And now for something completely different.
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PERFORMERS and what they perform will vary from club to club.
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Tix: a Special Early Bird (21+) "Launch of Ticket Sale" offer is $15, at:

Tix are $20 (21+) if you buy them there.
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Special 5 Pack of Tickets is $80, and a 10 Pack of Tickets is $120.
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Hollywood Blvd Crawl is a guided clubbing LA party tour of best club event destinations. Your Friday LA Club Crawl ticket includes:
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3-5 Clubs // Free Drinks // No Cover Charges
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Whether you are flying solo, partying with friends, or looking for a fun night out with your sweetheart, Hollywood Blvd Crawl club crawls will show you the best of LA nightlife, VIP style. It's billed as "an evening of decadence and debauchery, as you tour L.A.’s trendiest and highly coveted nightclubs, such as Playhouse, Lure, Ohm, Supperclub, and beyond."
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With over 20 years of experience, the Hollywood Blvd Crawl team has mastered the ins and outs of how things work in this city. The Hollywood Blvd Crawl is perfect for singles, couples, bachelorettes, birthdays, business professionals or anyone who wants a fun night out on the town. They have the entire evening mapped out, so you can relax and party, not worry about where you are going next.
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Read about dress code requirements at:
http://hollywoodblvdcrawl.com/dress-code-la-club-guide/
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Check-in is at 9 pm for Calle Tacos and Pre-party at 6508 Hollywood Bl (at Wilcox) 90028. There, you meet your VIP hosts and fellow crawlers. Departure is at 10 pm on a liver-whipping party-night-out guided tour of 3-5 clubs.
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Tix at:
www.hollywoodblvdcrawl.com

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Sat, Aug 1, in OC (Huntington Beach):
7:30 pm “INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW” continues tonight at Surf Dog’s Sports Grill (an all-ages venue and show), 5932 Warner Av, Huntington Beach; 714-846-5700. $10 cover. Things run from 7:30 pm to 1 am. 7:30 pm - Popdudes. 8:15 pm - The Yorktown Lads. 9 pm - The Relatives. 9:45 pm - Scarlet Crush. 10:30 pm - Walter Clevenger & The Dairy Kings. 11:15 pm - The Mozzies. midnight - The Jeremy Band.
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$10 cover.

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Sat, Aug 1, in BevHills:
8 pm OTTMAR LIEBERT, one of the planet's greatest guitarists, plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills 90211.
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Tix, $38-$68, at:
http://losangeles.eventful.com/events/ottmar-liebert-/E0-001-082389673-9

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Sat, Aug 1, in SaMo:
8-10 pm BOBBY LONG plays McCabe's, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405.
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Bobby Long (bobbylong.info) has gone from pursuing his dreams on the London open mic scene to anticipating the August 7 release of his new album, "ODE TO THINKING," on Compass Records. In support of the release, he's touring the U.S. and Europe, including McCabe's on August 1st.
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Long is best known for his powerfully evocative lyrics set to haunting melodies. Since relocating to New York in 2009, he has cultivated a large, dedicated fan base, one that allowed him to successfully implement a PledgeMusic campaign to fund the new album. The album was recorded in Austin, Texas with producer Mark Hallman at his Congress House Studios.
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Tix, $20, at:
http://losangeles.eventful.com/events/bobby-long-/E0-001-085386858-4

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Sat, Aug 1, in Pasadena:
8 pm PHAT CAT SWINGER plays a really big shew, sponsored by the Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association at Grace Hall, 73 N Hill Av, Pasadena 91116.
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All ages event. Ticket info below.
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They're playing Serbia in September. That should give you the idea they're a big local deal. Indeed, Phat Cat Swinger has toured the country and performed shows with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Cherry Poppin' Daddies, Royal Crown Revue, and played alongside The Coasters.
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One of the best bands to dance to in the surrounding Los Angeles areas, Phat Cat Swinger was influenced by the classic sounds of Bobby Darin, Louis Prima, and Frank Sinatra and mixed with the new swingin’ sounds of such bands as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Royal Crown Revue, and Brian Setzer. Phat Cat Swinger is a band filled with booming toms, walking bass lines, jumpin’ guitar rhythms, roaring horn lines and smooth vocals.
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Born of the idea to combine fun, laughter and great music to entertain audiences with a collective showmanship, the nine band members of Phat Cat Swinger have grown to be one of the hottest live swing bands to hit Southern California’s underground scene.
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A big break for the band came when they made an appearance in Christina Aguilera’s “Candyman” music video, where they performed in the beginning scene of the song dressed up to the nines in white suits; they have also appeared as band members for the Jonas Brothers in their music video "Love Bug" and more recently played for the Stars And Stripes Benefit at the venue of every man’s dream, the Playboy Mansion.
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Phat Cat Swinger's first album (self titled) was released in July 2005 and held such fanatical songs such as “Hep Cats,” “Money Tree,” and the crowd’s favorite sing-along song, “Smolie Olie Olie.” Most of the band's original songs were composed by Marco Palos with the rest of the band pitching-in until they reached melodies that take you from toe-tapping jazz to smooth, sultry tango.
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Together with original songs they perform nostalgic cover songs that take you back (even if you weren't there), including “Run Around Sue,” “Sing Sing Sing”, “The Way You Look Tonight,” “In The Mood,” and “Jump Jive And Wail.”
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In May 2009, the band released another disc, this one a three song EP with their original, “Won’t You Tell Me?” and “Ain’t Got No Home” (which is amazing to see live, where Phil hits those high notes and Marco, with his sultry deep baritone voice, adds wonders to this song), plus their new song, “Dance Dance Dance,” with lyrics written by lead vocalist Tim Porter. This band lets listeners know there is no right or wrong way to dance.
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Tix, $15, at:
http://losangeles.eventful.com/events/phat-cat-swinger-/E0-001-085492428-5
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More dates for PHAT CAT SWINGER:
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Aug 7 - 8 pm, Playa Del Rey Elk's Lodge.
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Aug 13 - 6 pm, Anaheim Downtown Disney District - Wonderground.
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Aug 14 - 10 pm, Beverly Hills Spaghettini & The Dave Koz Lounge.

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Sun, Aug 2, in SFV (NoHo):
7:30 pm “INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW” concludes its L.A. dates today with this matinee show at Skinny’s Lounge, 4923 Lankershim Bl, North Hollywood; 818 763-6581. $10 cover. Music runs 1-6 pm. 1:15 pm - Aaron, David & Charles (from Brian Jones Was Murdered). 2 pm - Kylie Hughes. 2:45 pm - See How They Run. 3:30 pm - Fernando Perdomo. 4:15 pm – Marston. 5 pm - Suite 100.
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The “Overthrow” is an international tour, and it’s at various Southern Cal venues (one per day/night) through THIS ONE, August 2.
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Sat, Aug 29, in San Pedro:
8 pm STREET CORNER RENAISSANCE brings doo-wop classics with soaring harmonies to the Grand Annex in San Pedro.
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This exciting act has shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, Diana Reeves, and many other “name” stars.

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Aug 22, in Bev Hills:
LEON RUSSELL plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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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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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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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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