EVENTS EDITION, Weekend & BEYOND, Dec 18 edition, 2015...

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HERE are the weekend's live acoustic and Americana music events.

This marks edition number 1,500 since the Guide moved to Blogspot. A milestone worth marking, don't you think? As always, we're glad you're along for the ride.

We'll be back soon with a fresh edition of MUSIC NEWS for edition 1,501.

Meanwhile, here's what you need to get launched on your latest tuneful adventure!


Here's Friday through Sunday, PLUS some key events coming up SOON...

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18
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Fri, Dec 18, in San Diego Co (Nat'l City):
7:30 pm "AN IRISH CHRISTMAS IN AMERICA" annual touring show this year brings Oisín Mac Diarmada, Teresa Horgan, and Séamus Begley to the AMSD Concerts series in the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School, 2900 Highland Av, National City 91950.

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Fri, Dec 18, in T.O.:
7:30 pm "GIFT WRAP," a musical play by professional actors is "presented in the key of giving" at Four Friends Gallery, 1408 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362.

Also runs Sat & Sun, Dec 19 & 20, at 1 pm.

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Fri & Sat, Dec 18 & 19, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm KAREN LOVELY, world-renown blues talent on tour from Oregon, plays two nights at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr (just E of Santa Anita Av), Arcadia.

She and her award-winning band include guitarist Doug Rowell Guitar (IBC winner, Best Guitar!); Ben Rice, and on drums, Tony Braunagel.

Plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE.

Tix $15 adv, $20 at door if any remain.

Adv. online tix at:
http://arcadiabluesclub.ticketleap.com

Doors at 7 pm for best seats and to get a jump on the kitchen. Music starts at 8 pm. Venue had full bar and good food with generous portions. But bring earplugs. Seriously.

Coming up...

√ Dec 31 - RAY GOREN & THE SOUL FIXERS, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, play the New Year's Eve Party.

√ Fri, Jan 1 - Ricky Z with major heavy hitters. Featuring Ricky Z the talented Axeman with Steve Lukather, Steven Tyler); his band? Steve Ferrone (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers) on drums, Del Atkins (Patti LaBelle) on bass.

√ Sat, Jan 2 - Adrianna Marie & Her Groove Cutters. (She and her band are amazing.)

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Fri, Dec 18, in San Diego:
8 pm BERKLEY HART present their always excellent annual Christmas Show, this time at the Visual Center for Spiritual Living, 6154 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego 92120; 619-871-1653. Presented by Folkey Monkey.

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Fri, Dec 18, in Altadena:
8 pm TOM MARION AND GUESTS, including top players from the early-20th-century proto-swing-jazz music world, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675. Reservations, 626-798-6236.

Tom Marion presents features Kate Fredricks & The Boot Leg Baloney Duo, ("Music, Songs & Comedy"), banjo master Frank Fairfield with banjo and songs, and more.

There's...
ANDY CORWIN, from The Limeliters, will join Kate Fredricks for several songs of fun.

Other special guests include Zack Sololow of the pop/folk group, The Americans.

Frank Fairfield is sustaining a tradition on old time fiddle, guitar and banjo that’s long teetered on the verge of extinction. He also helps us to remember something atavistic in the marrow of our bones, some whisper from vanished prewar, pre-interstate days, when regionalism reigned, and personal communication, gestures, movements, and music were restricted to the limitations of our eyes. But it’s about more than that: It’s about doing what feels right. Frank Fairfield’s music feels right.

"This daring, darling duo of multi-instrumentalist jokesters, Bootleg Baloney, share with you only the very best songs in the History of the World." — Bob Stane.

Bob continues, "You know Andy Corwin from The Limeliters,The Foremen, "Actual Size", and his side-splitting solo act. You no doubt have seen Kate Friedricks perform at the Coffee Gallery with her vintage Tiki trio, The Honey-Lulus. There will be Musical Saw."

Tix, $18.

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Fri, Dec 18, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm BRIAN LYNN JONES plays the Cowboy Palace Saloon in Chatsworth.

No cover, full bar.

Coming up soon at the venue:

√ Sat, Dev 19 - 8 pm DEBRA LEE & TRIGGER HAPPY

√ Sun, Dec 20 - 8 pm RYE BROTHERS

√ Mon, Dec 21 - CHAD WATSON BAND plays 8:30-9:30 pm; TALENT CONTEST with cash prize from 9 pm-closing, hosted by CCMA winner and bassist to the stars CHAD WATSON.

All no cover, full bar.

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Fri, Dec 18, on SATELLITE / WEB RADIO:
9 pm (Pacific) JENNI ALPERT does "The Coffee House" performance-interview series on Sirius XM Radio (CH 14). You can get a free 30-day trial at their website and listen on your computer or mobile web device.

And catch her live performance in town...

On Sun, Dec 20, in L.A., 8 pm JENNI ALPERT plays a "Holiday Happening" at the new venue in   Los Angeles, Open Space, 457 Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 91604

Jenni tells us, "Thanks to Scurve Records and Sirius XM you can tune in to hear unique live performances of songs from the new album 'Until Then.'"


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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19
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Sat, Dec 19, in Ventura:
Noon-3 pm DOUG MacRAE & ANGIE MARIE play the Sandbox Coffeehouse, 204 E Thompson Bl, Ventura 93001; 805-641-1025; www.sandboxcoffeehouse.com

Coming up:
Dec 20, 12-3pm: Peter

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Sat, Dec 19, in T.O.:
1 pm "GIFT WRAP," a musical play by professional actors is "presented in the key of giving" at Four Friends Gallery, 1408 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362.

Also runs Sun, Dec 20, at 1 pm.

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Sat, Dec 19, in Burbank:
2-5 pm Annual "WESTERN MUSIC ASSOCIATION - CALIFORNIA CHAPTER HOLIDAY GATHERING" (cowboyspeak for "Christmas Party") at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank.

Cowboy musicians and poets are invited; no host bar and dinner. In the Trail Room, with a western music Open Mic (sign ups start at 2 pm). Music starts at 2:30. One song at a time.

Optional gift exchange has a $15 limit. It's "Bring one… get one." There's also a raffle/drawing. Good organization, friendly folks.

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★ A Guide "BENEFIT-of-the-WEEK" pick...
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Sat, Dec 19, in Pasadena:
7 pm Annual "HOLIDAY BENEFIT CONCERT FOR HEIFER INTERNATIONAL," the organization that supplies farm animals to poor people in developing nations. Performing, "in no conceivable order," are Corrina Carter, Ed Tree, Poeina Suddarth, Bill Berry, Jerry Strull, Tina Fergusen, Barrett Tagliarino, Blaze Carico, Lorin Hart, Cynthia Brando, Randy Miller, Dave Clausen, Kevin Curtin, and Dave Morrison. At Throop Unitarian, 300 S Los Robles Av, Pasadena.

Event producer DAVE MORRISON tells us, "I'm glad to say that we are nearing our fund-raising goal already. We are now at 80%. Hopefully we will go over the top. But at minimum, we will send four lovely productive dairy cows to families who can really use the nutrition and income. This is not to say that we don't want to see you at the show. We do.

"Vicki and I will each make an entree. Others are welcome to do the same. Or desserts or salads or anything at all. Any contribution is welcome. If you're busted, come anyway. We got this!"

Doors at 6. Music at 7.

Fund-raising page link if you want to send a few smackers.

http://fundraise.heifer.org/CowsForChristmas5

More at:
www.davemorrisonmusic.com

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Sat, Dec 19, in Altadena:
7 pm THE ENTERPRISE BLUES BAND Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 92675. Reservations, 626-798-6236.

THE ENTERPRISE BLUES BAND was formed by the three actors Vaughn Armstrong, Steve Rankin, and Casey Biggs, who between them have played over 20 different characters on all of the various television series of Star Trek.

With Vaughn on harmonica, ukulele and an occasional kazoo, Steve on mandolin and guitar,and Casey on guitar, they play what they refer to as Intergalactic Roots Music.

Performing at Star Trek Conventions in Australia, Europe, Canada and the US and via Internet and Star Trek Radio, their music has been heard all over the world. Their concerts are always sold out (as will this show) and are one of the biggest highlights of the conventions delighting fans everywhere.

Bob Stane tells us, "If you are a Trekkie,this appearance at The Coffee Gallery Backstage is a rare one that should not be missed. And even if you are not a Trekkie,the music is irresistible. Opening with her wry sense of humor is stand up comedian Chris Edsey. The Enterprise Blues Band will be joined by Fred Sanders on bass. And as it is with most EBB performances,the evening might include surprise guests."

Tix, $20.

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Sat, Dec 19, in SaMo:
7:30 pm DAVID BROZA plays the Broad Stage, 1310 11th St, Santa Monica 90401; 310-434-3200

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Sat, Dec 19, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm KAREN LOVELY, world-renown blues talent on tour from Oregon, plays two nights (Fri & Sat) at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr (just E of Santa Anita Av), Arcadia.

She and her award-winning band include guitarist Doug Rowell Guitar (IBC winner, Best Guitar!); Ben Rice, and on drums, Tony Braunagel.

Plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE.

Tix $15 adv, $20 at door if any remain.

Adv. online tix at:
http://arcadiabluesclub.ticketleap.com

Doors at 7 pm for best seats and to get a jump on the kitchen. Music starts at 8 pm. Venue had full bar and good food with generous portions. But bring earplugs. Seriously.

Coming up...

√ Dec 31 - RAY GOREN & THE SOUL FIXERS, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, play the New Year's Eve Party.

√ Fri, Jan 1 - Ricky Z with major heavy hitters. Featuring Ricky Z the talented Axeman with Steve Lukather, Steven Tyler); his band? Steve Ferrone (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers) on drums, Del Atkins (Patti LaBelle) on bass.

√ Sat, Jan 2 - Adrianna Marie & Her Groove Cutters. (She and her band are amazing.)


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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20
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Sun, Dec 20, in Griffith Park (Burbank side):
1-3 pm Monthly "WESTERN MUSIC JAM" takes on a holiday music theme at the Autry National Center / Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, Los Angeles 90027; 323-667-2000.

Regular museum admission applies, but performers get in free, so go early and explore the exhibits.

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Sun, Dec 20, in T.O.:
1 pm "GIFT WRAP," a musical play by professional actors "presented in the key of giving" concludes its three-show run at Four Friends Gallery, 1408 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks 91362.

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Sun, Dec 20, in Altadena:
3 pm TAYLOR MADE - UNPLUGGED brings the top James Taylor tribute band for an all-acoustic matinee at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reservations, 626-798-6236.

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Sun, Dec 20, in Hollywood:
3:30 pm "GOSPEL SUNDAY" brings an "ASH GROVE" revival concert with CLAUDIA LENNEAR, THE GET LIT PLAYERS, and special performing guest JACKSON BROWNE, at the Ash Grove's old home, the Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Av, Hollywood 90048.

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Sun, Dec 20, in Santa Barbara;
7 pm BANJO BABES, with its superbly talented ensemble cast, plays SoHo Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara 93101; 805-962 7776.

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Sun, Dec 20, in Altadena:
7 pm BIG DADDY plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reservations, 626-798-6236.

On the heels of “Smashing Songs of Stage & Screen,” their first album in nearly 15 years,“Big Daddy, The Band of ‘59” is back. This Coffee Gallery show will be the band’s first live performance since the mid-'90s.

From 1983 to 1994, Big Daddy roamed the rock & roll landscape foraging for the hit songs of the day, plucking them from the charts, chewing them up, digesting them and then spitting them back out, never to sound the same. Though the lyrics and melodies were virtually unchanged, the songs sounded as if they had been written and recorded in the golden age of Rock & Roll… the 1950s. Today, this type of song reworking is called a “Mash Up” and Big Daddy is now credited as The original Mash Up Kings of Rockabilly, DooWop, R & B, and Pop…if it’s from the 50’s,that is. Then Big Daddy is, or was, all over it.

Randy Lewis said it best in his 2012 L.A. Times article on the band:

“More than a gimmick, Big Daddy created new takes on Pop and Rock songs that were consistently inspired, illuminating and often hilarious.” - L.A. Times, 10-4-12.

The band released six studio albums and countless other recordings including their 1985 top 20 UK hit, “Dancing In The Dark”…a send up of the Bruce Springsteen classic. Their 1992 “Sgt. Pepper’s” tribute album continues to receive consistent radio airplay on SiriusXM’s “Little Steven’s Underground Garage.”

From London’s Wembley Arena (with Gary Glitter) to Germany and Australia, Big Daddy has preached “50’s music is still cool.” Their US shows at The Universal Amphitheatre (with Jay Leno), New York’s The Bottom Line, The Palomino, The Groundlings Theatre, and Pasadena’s own Ice House have all seen Big Daddy spread their joyful irreverence. Tonight, Altadena is the first stop on a new chapter of their journey.

More at: www.bigdaddy59.com
Hear 'em at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlVTrA3vdzhe4AkL7iJBpA

Tix, $20.

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Sun, Dec 20, in SaMo:
8 pm ROSS ALTMAN AND A SMALL CIRCLE OF FRIENDS celebrate "Phil Ochs 75th birthday" with a concert of his songs at Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center, 681 Venice Bl, Venice 90291; 310-822-3006.

Nobody does these thematic music history presentations better than ROSS ALTMAN, former college professor and, in his own words, full-time "singer-songfighter." He's a walking encyclopedia of labor-organizing and social / civil rights protest songs on any given day. In addition, he researches and adds whatever is needed to his musical repertoire to create one of his special theme shows. And he tends to do each of them only once.

The Guide offers our standing recommendation to attend anything special that Ross does; each is a unique opportunity to learn about events and perspectives you aren't likely to gain anywhere else. Plus you'll be entertained as you're imparted with reasons to think, to reevaluate, to reconsider what you assumed was the verdict of history. Spend a little time listening to the songs Ross resurrects and you'll have plenty to think about.

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Sun, Dec 20, in L.A.:
8 pm JENNI ALPERT plays a "Holiday Happening" at the new venue in   Los Angeles, Open Space, 457 Fairfax Av, Los Angeles 91604

Jenni tells us, "Thanks to Scurve Records and Sirius XM you can tune in to hear unique live performances of songs from the new album 'Until Then.'"

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Sun, Dec 20, FREE, in Culver City:
8 pm Annual "BOULEVARD MUSIC FREE HOLIDAY SHOW" presented by the teachers and staff at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.

Small space, so arrive early for a seat.

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COMING UP SOON...

New Year's Eve and more, before 'n after...

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23

Dec 23, in South Pas:
7 pm AARON ENGLISH & SPECIAL GUESTS play the all-acoustic "Wine & Song Concert Series" at Arroyo Seco Golf Clubhouse, 1055 Lohman Ln, South Pasadena 91030. 

Info by email: ximena@deepmix.com
Website: www.wineandsong.com

UPCOMING SHOWS (both really good!):
Dec 30: Alice Wallace and JC & Laney
Jan 6: Ronny Cox

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24

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Thu, Dec 24, in SaMo:
7 pm ROSS ALTMAN performs the very special "60th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF 'THE NIGHT THAT SAVED FOLK MUSIC: THE WEAVERS AT CARNEGIE HALL'" at the Friends Meeting House, 1440 Harvard St, Santa Monica 90404.

THE WEAVERS, the pivotal group with PETE SEEGER, not only launched the era of "the folk revival" in mainstream consciousness, but actually had the # 1 hit song in America with their harmonious (and self-censored) rendition of the blues classic "Goodnight Irene." The Weavers flew high in popular culture until demagogic US senator Joseph McCarthy blacklisted them during his '50s red-baiting witch hunt. Despite McCarthy's exposure as a lying, slash-and-burn opportunistic maniac, many hungry years followed for many creative people as a result of America's version of the Spanish Inquisition. (Cue Donald Trump.) Fortunately, plenty of other American folkies had gained prominence and the taste for the American Folk genres had taken deep root.

Specific to tonight: Nobody does these thematic music history presentations better than ROSS ALTMAN, former college professor and, in his own words, full-time "singer-songfighter." He's a walking encyclopedia of labor-organizing and social / civil rights protest songs on any given day. In addition, he researches and adds whatever is needed to his musical repertoire to create one of his special theme shows. And he tends to do each of them only once.

The Guide offers our standing recommendation to attend anything special that Ross does; each is a unique opportunity to learn about events and perspectives you aren't likely to gain anywhere else. Plus you'll be entertained as you're imparted with reasons to think, to reevaluate, to reconsider what you assumed was the verdict of history. Spend a little time listening to the songs Ross resurrects and you'll have plenty to think about.

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26

Sat, Dec 26, FREE, in SGV (Glendora):
8-11 pm "BOXING DAY CONTRA DANCE" is not fisticuffs in the ring, but an annual local observance of the Canadian holiday with the band LES AMIS and caller JACQUI GRENNAN bringing traditional dance, free, in the lovely Haugh Performing Arts Center at Citrus College, 1000 West Foothill Bl, Glendora.

Arrive early for the 7:30 pm dance lesson.

Admission free, donations accepted.

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Wed, Dec 30, in South Pas:
7 pm ALICE WALLACE plus JC & LANEY play the all-acoustic "Wine & Song Concert Series" at Arroyo Seco Golf Clubhouse, 1055 Lohman Ln, South Pasadena 91030. 

Info by email: ximena@deepmix.com
Website: www.wineandsong.com

NEXT SHOW (really good!):
Jan 6: Ronny Cox

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NEW YEAR'S EVE...

Thu, Dec 31, in SGV (Arcadia):
8 pm RAY GOREN & THE SOUL FIXERS, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, play the New Year's Eve Party at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr (just E of Santa Anita Av), Arcadia.

Goren brings his class act of seasoned pros to  "show us his mad authentic blues skills way beyond his youth."

Tix $15 adv, $20 at door if any remain.

Adv. online tix at:
http://arcadiabluesclub.ticketleap.com

Doors at 7 pm for best seats and to get a jump on the kitchen. Music starts at 8 pm. Venue had full bar and good food with generous portions. But bring earplugs. Seriously.

Coming up...

√ Fri, Jan 1 - Ricky Z with major heavy hitters. Featuring Ricky Z the talented Axeman with Steve Lukather, Steven Tyler); his band? Steve Ferrone (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers) on drums, Del Atkins (Patti LaBelle) on bass.

√ Sat, Jan 2 - Adrianna Marie & Her Groove Cutters. (She and her band are amazing.)

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Thu, Dec 31, in SFV (Chatsworth):
"COWBOY PALACE SALOON NEW YEARS EVE PARTY" with music by JIMI NELSON & band at the Cowboy Palace Saloon in Chatsworth.

It's always a good time at L.A.'s last real honky tonk. Big dance floor, full bar, friendly crowd.

Tix: $20 per person after Dec 17th, $25 per person at the door. Includes appetizers, 7:30-9 pm, party favors, champagne, balloon drop filled with CASH & PRIZES.

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Be sure to check-out the Guide's NEWEST  MUSIC NEWS edition THIS WEEKEND, published separately, and available right here on the Guide's site.

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