June 26 events, Acoustic Americana Music Calendar & News 2008

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"Tied to the Tracks"
ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC CALENDAR & NEWS
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Events for June 26, 2008
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copyright (c) © 2008, Larry Wines. All rights reserved.
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WHY WE’RE ON BLOGSPOT.COM: after a long presence on MySpace, that site suddenly changed parameters to accept only short posts, now requiring a ponderous and VERY time-consuming process to list events in small increments. It’s far too time-consuming. So we began posting the calendar and news on Blogspot. We’ll see how it works, and if everyone adjusts and gives positive feedback, we’ll move, and soon.
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JUNE CALENDAR updates frequently. View all of June as a continuous read at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com, and see EACH DAY’s listings, as separate posts, there AND at www.myspace.com/laacoustic – for the time being.
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FUTURE EVENTS are posted into 2009. We update often to add a BUNCH of concerts, club gigs, workshops, and recurring events as announcements and dates arrive. It’s easy to find at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com. On our myspace site, reading into the future curiously requires that you use the “Older Entries” button that appears when you click “View All” – thus going “back” to the future… another myspace aberration.
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LATEST NEWS FEATURES posted JUNE 19 and news always posts separately. Previous news features posted June 13; those, and recent editions, are available at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com; earlier editions, old radio playlists from “Tied to the Tracks,” and more, remain available at www.myspace.com/laacoustic, by using the “View All” button, and if you don’t see what you want, then you’ll need to journey farther back by using the “older entries” button as many times as necessary to find what you want – a quirk of myspace to see into the future as well as into the past; and you can go all the back to when “acoustic” meant natives pounding on hollow logs with rocks.
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THURSDAY, JUNE 26
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Today’s anniversaries:
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CONQUISTADOR ASSASSINATED this day in 1541, as Francisco Pizarro, who had conquered the Inca Empire, was murdered amidst intrigue and a power struggle by a Spanish rival. Alas, the Spanish presence in the New World, said to be all about “God, Gold, and Glory,” had quickly descended into a bloody matter of greed, power. and control.
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FIRST GRAND PRIX RACE was run in France in 1906 on this day, as the first auto race of its kind run anywhere. It covered 1200 km in two days, with cars reaching speeds of 105 mph, on rutted dirt and gravel roads. Grand Prix racing would be banned between 1908 and 1912 because of the fatalities suffered by drivers and spectators in 1906 & ’07.
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BABE DIDRIKSON, perhaps the greatest woman athlete of all time, was born this day in 1911 in Port Arthur, Texas, as Mildred Didrikson. She would set numerous world records, win two gold medals at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympic Games, then apply her prowess to golf, where she would win 82 tournaments, including 21 straight in 1948-49, and 19 straight in 1949. Her wins were so impressive – and intimidating to other golf pros – that the USGA rewrote its rules to ban women from tournaments. In 1950, the AP named her “Athlete of the half-century.” She died of cancer in 1956.
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FIRST U.S. TROOPS arrived in France on this day in 1917, to join the allies against Germany in WW I. The initial arrival of 14,000 American troops would be dwarfed by the number of Americans, 50,000, who would be killed by War’s end, 17 months later.
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RADIO’S “KRAFT MUSIC HALL” debuted this day in 1933. It would run until September 1949, and experience several TV revivals until 1971. Conceived as a promotional tool for Miracle Whip salad dressing, the show became a landmark, with hosts that included Bing Crosby and Al Jolson.
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The UNITED NATIONS CHARTER was signed this day in 1945, with delegates from more than 50 nations participating. The term had been coined by FDR in 1941, and as the war neared conclusion, it was broadened beyond the wartime allies to embrace a notion of an international organization that would succeed where the post WW I League of Nations had failed – to provide a forum for peaceful international cooperation.
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BERLIN AIRLIFT began on this day in 1948, as US and RAF pilots commenced an aerial conveyor belt to deliver food, fuel, and other necessities to blockaded West Berlin. Following WW II, Germany – and separately, Berlin – was divided into separate zones of occupation, with each of the allies governing a zone. The Western allies combined their zones, while the Soviets established theirs as East Germany. Berlin was wholly surrounded by East Germany, and the Soviets were determined to reunite the city as part of East Germany, hence, the blockade. The Berlin Airlift was unparalleled in history, ran 24/7, and supplied the 2 million people of West Berlin with everything they needed, flying-in 2,500 tons of supplies each day. It lasted until the Soviets abandoned the blockade in 1949. Yet to come was the Berlin Wall, in 1961, that isolated West Berlin from East Berlin. All that would end with the fall of the East German government and reunification of Germany in 1989.
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JFK DELIVERS SPEECH AT BERLIN WALL on this day in 1963, President Kennedy spoke the words “Ich bin ein Berliner” to the people of the city surrounded by a wall separating it from communist East Germany.
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ST. LAWRENCE SEAWAY opened this day in 1959, enabling navigation from the Atlantic Ocean to the farthest reaches of the great Lakes, Duluth, Minnesota. The cooperative project between the US and Canada involved 2,500 miles of ship channels, locks, and other modifications to nature’s drainage system for the world’s largest bodies of fresh water. The dedication brought Queen Elizabeth and President Eisenhower to preside.
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“MR. TAMBOURINE MAN” hit Number-One on this day in 1965, as a Byrds cover of a Bob Dylan song. The success of the song, the album (which hit #6) and the public enthusiasm for the sound, created a new genre – folk-rock – that would open the door to later artists, including The Eagles, America, Tom Petty, and many, many more.
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WESTMORELAND GETS AUTHORITY TO COMMIT U.S. TROOPS TO COMBAT in Vietnam on this day in 1965. Previously, the American military played the role of “advisor” to South Vietnamese troops and protecting US bases. Within two days, 3,000 US combat troops and 800 Australian troops were attacking a Viet Cong position in the jungle, and the quagmire was forming.
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U.S. CONDUCTS MEASURED ATTACK ON IRAQ on this day in 1993, as President Clinton ordered US warships to fire Tomahawk cruise missiles to destroy Iraqi Military Intelligence headquarters in Baghdad. The US claimed to have uncovered an Iraqi plot to assassinate former President George HW Bush, in retaliation for the 1991 Gulf War.
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“GONE WITH THE WIND” was re-released this day in 1998, digitally re-mastered. When it was first released in 1939, it became one of the most popular and profitable films of all-time.
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TODAY’S EVENTS:
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THURSDAY, JUNE 26
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Thu, Jun 26:
Annual 2008 “LOS ANGELES FILM FESTIVAL” continues today, runs Jun 19 through Jun 29, showcasing more than 100 feature films, alongside star-studded premieres, outdoor screenings, live musical performances, and a Family Day. Info and sched at www.lafilmfest.com.
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Thu-Sat, Jun 26-28; in Colorado:
"SOUTH PARK MUSIC TOUR & MUSIC INDUSTRY CONFERENCE" in the great South Park of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado (the real and very historic place, not the goofy cartoon town on TV). McGoon Productions presents the 2nd annual event, billed as "A totally unique music experience, located in historic South Park, Fairplay, and Alma, Colorado.” Presenting over 70+ independent musicians from around the globe, in all genres of music, from Americana roots, bluegrass, country, blues, jazz, rock, indie, emo, funk, hip-hop, metal, alternative, reggae and more. Performances on 9 showcase stages, 30+ juried arts, crafts and food vendors, all attracting an average of 5,000+ music fans per day from the surrounding area for the four-day event. It's called "the Highest Independent Music Festival in the U.S.," (presumably based on the altitude). .
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The festival is FREE to the public, on 10 stages over 4 days.
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In addition to the music, it is also a music industry conference on Fri, June 27, where musicians can learn about “branding their band, reaching their audience, touring, getting a record deal, and getting their music on radio, TV, and film.” Industry professionals from Warner Brothers Records, BMI, Blue Metallic Entertainment, Warrior Girls Music, Songsalive! and more will be at the conference, for a networking opportunities.
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On Sat, Jun 28, “Songsalive! Songcamp” (www.songsalive.org.songcamp) is an all-day “focused songwriting camp,” where songwriters and composers can get feedback on their music, collaborate and co-write with guidance of Songsalive! Mentors and co-founder, Gilli Moon.
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An All-Access VIP badge is $50, and get you free food and drinks throughout the weekend, all VIP parties, the industry conference, and the songwriting camp. Info on the entire event, at www.SouthParkMusicTour.com.
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For those who really want to get out of town for an escape with a lot of music, consider the Telluride Bluegrass Festival (thousands of feet higher that South Park) in SW Colorado, June 19-22, then the South Park Music Tour, June 26-29. Now, THAT’s a Rocky Mountain High!
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Thu-Sun, Jun 26-29; in Nebraska:
"THE COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL" in Wahoo, Nebraska, produced by Sharon and Roger Kenaston, is, says Les Gilliam of the THE LES GILLIAM TRIO, "A major event in country music. There will be a host of top country music professionals appearing there." Les will be performing at the Thu evening concert at 6:30 pm, the Fri afternoon concert and the Fri night dance. Info & reserv, 402-687-9594.
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Thu, Jun 26:
Noon-2 pm PRESENT TENSE brings jazz to the “Pershing Square Lunchtime Concert Series” at Pershing Square, on W 5th St between S Olive St & S Hill St, L.A.; www.laparks.org/pershingsquare/concerts.htm. Ride the Red Line subway to the Pershing Square Station and avoid expensive downtown L.A. parking. Grab a take-out lunch across the street, and enjoy a FREE lunchtime concert downtown.
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Thu, every week:
4:30-5:30 pm SON JAROCHO CLASSES at East Side Café, 5469 Huntington Dr N, L.A.; 323-583-5113.
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Thu, every week; in Santa Barbara:
5:30-7:30 pm THE SALT MARTIANS play bluegrass for Happy Hour at the Tupelo Junction Cafe, 1218 State St, Santa Barbara; 805-899-3900 for dinner reserv. The band is TIM MULLINS, KEN GASTON, AARON DOUGLAS and often MIKE MULLINS. Artists’ info, www.saltmartians.com. Full bar & food. No cover.
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Thu, Jun 26:
6–9 pm THE TEXAS TRAILHANDS play the “WESTERN FLING” the new series every Thu in June, at the Autry National Center (Autry Museum), 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A. 90027; 323-667-2000; www.autrynationalcenter.org. Grab your hat and boots and come on down for summer evenings of music, dancing, food, and fun. Dust off your two-step and head out to the dance floor as the Autry presents some of the hottest swing bands from California to Texas. DAVID KATZ, former member of the Swingtime Dancers, the Silk `n' Spurs Dancers, and Sonny Watson's A Team, offers complimentary dance lessons at every event. The Golden Spur Café and Bar is open for business, and the museum stays open until 8 pm. Doors open at 6 pm, dancing until 9. Free for Autry Members, gen’l admission $5 includes museum admission.
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Thu, recurring; in Idyllwild:
6-9 pm SANDII CASTLEBERRY & KEVIN HAMBY at Café Aroma, 54750 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild; 951-659-5212. Acoustic blues, bluegrass, swing, folk, more; Sandii Castleberry with guitar, vocals, harmonica; Kevin Hamby on bass, vocals.
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Thu, Jun 26:
7 pm SWAYNE plus BRANT VOGEL provide an unusual early start for tonight’s live music at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. SWAYNE is described as “contemporary country with a sprinkling of bluegrass,” formed by founding members PERRY MARTIN & GINA QUARTARO. Swayne plays 7-8:15, Brant Vogel from 8:30-closing. Live music here 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. No word on whether the regularly-scheduled free line dance lessons with Marie, 7-8:30 pm, will happen at a different time, or at all tonight. Happy hour 4-7 pm, M-F. No cover.
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Thu, Jun 26:
7-10 pm THE BONEDADDYS and CROWN CITY ROCKERS, play the opening night dance party at the 24th Annual “SANTA MONICA PIER TWILIGHT DANCE SERIES” presented by Amoeba Music on the Santa Monica Pier; info, www.twilightdance.org; 310-458-8901. This year brings a new 3-hour show format (past years were 2 hrs). Parking near the pier is limited - walk, bike or take the MTA (www.mta.net) or Big Blue Bus (www.bigbluebus.com) or call 310-451-5444 for info. Bike valet starts at 6:30 pm on concert nights, offering safe and convenient parking for thousands of bikes. Santa Monica Pier is wheelchair accessible. THE BONEDADDYS are “L.A.’s favorite Worldbeatniks.” They’re mostly electric - and a perennial favorite with Twilight Dance audiences, bringing their mélange of beats, funk and dance grooves to the Pier since the earliest days of the concert series. The 13 grooves on their new release "waterslide" are a merry-go-round of styles, ranging from funk, rock, blues, Mambo, Soca, Latin, rock-steady and psycho-billy two-step to an Afro-surf twang meets spaghetti-western instrumental; The Bonedaddys are a musical gumbo stirred up in light refracted through a prism called Los Angeles.
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CROWN CITY ROCKERS have been described as “Imagine Herbie Hancock meets A Tribe Called Quest at a party…where the deejay has a Jimi Hendrix hangover…but he’s rockin’ Stevie Wonder and Biz Markie…sounds like the Crown City Rockers are in town!” Okay, so now you know what you’re getting into if you go to this one! Free.
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Thu, every week:
7 pm WEEKLY ZYDECO DANCE in Long Beach, every Thursday at Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach; 562-596-1631. Come early for Bar Happy Hour with free food, 5-7 pm. Evening costs $5 plus two drink minimum (bottled water, juices, more available). Zydeco dance lesson included, 7-8 pm; raffle 8-8:15; CD dancing 8:15-10 pm or so. Beginners, singles, all ages welcome. (Total cost for the evening is $10 if you buy two bottled waters.)
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Thu, every week:
7-10 pm “POCKET GOLDBERG & FRIENDS SONGWRITER SHOWCASE” with guest artists each week, at Arnie's Café, 6864 Foothill Bl (at Marcus), Tujunga 91042; 818-951-9089; www.myspace.com/arniescafe. DALE LaDUKE (Kaedmon, BeaTunes) tells us, it’s “a new little coffee house that is becoming quite a scene. KAEDMON hosts a night there every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month. JEANNIE WILLETS is hosting a night there once a month (I think) and this bass player-songwriter MARK GOLDBERG hosts a fantastic Americana Songwriter Showcase every Thursday night, many times with name songwriters. I try to go as often as possible, because it's always good.” No cover, donations to artists are welcome.
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Thu, every week:
7 pm CHARANGOA SALSA DANCE at Steven's SteakHouse, 5332 Steven's Pl, City of Commerce; 323-723-9856; Fay@charangoa.com; www.charangoa.com. Every Thu. Includes dance class with Miguel, 7-8 pm; dancing to live music, 9 pm-1:30 am. It’s reported that there are lots of great dancers & surprises. Free.
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Thu, every week:
7-11 pm OPEN MIC NIGHT on “The Main Stage” at Highland Perk Coffeehouse, 5930 York Bl, L.A. The inaugural event was Apr 12. Sponsors say, “This event repeats every Thursday night. Singers, spoken word, guitar players, drum soloists, almost anything that makes the crowd applaud...”
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Thu, every week:
OPEN MIC / SONGWRITER SHOWCASE at Primo Pizza, 28200 Bouquet Cyn Rd, Saugus. Mike Dill hosts. He's a fine fingerstyle blues picker.
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Thu, 2nd and 4th Thu, every month; in Ventura:
“ZOEY'S JAM” at Zoey’s, 451 E Main St, Ventura. 805-658-8311. Hosted by Gene Rubin.
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Thu, every week:
7:30-9:30 pm IRISH SET DANCING CLASSES in Los Feliz area; social dancing for adults every Thursday. Info & location: www.michaelpatrickbreen.com.
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Thu, Jun 26:
7:30 pm LAURIE LEWIS AND THE RIGHT HANDS (TOM ROZUM, SCOTT HUFFMAN, CRAIG SMITH and TODD PHILLIPS) bring her Grammy-winning bluegrass to the “Concerts in the Park” series at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, Memorial Park, Walnut & Raymond, Pasadena; 626-683-3230; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Ride the Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station, and save expensive parking and gas. Nice outdoor venue. Free show.
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Thu, Jun 26:
8 pm JUNI FISHER plays a benefit concert for Hart High School’s Music Department at Rattlesnake Slim’s Coffee, Tea, and Tack, 23127 Lyons Av, Newhall; 661-877-4165; www.myspace.com/rattlesnakeslims. JUNI FISHER has won top awards in Western music and top songwriting awards, and she has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” In addition, we love the venue’s self-promo: “If you like pre-made concentrated coffee from a plastic bag or tea that comes from concentrate than keep goin’ down Lyons. If you prefer music that is produced by a giant media conglomerate and a computer, than stay away. If your preference for music is generated by Pro-Tools, not by people with talent, than stay away. Yeah, we know that we seem like a hick joint. We would rather be hick than fake. We have the blues all the time. We love Howlin Wolf and Ella. We listen to Billie and Willie. We design our own clothes. We have a nice selection of vintage hand made cowboy shirts perfect for the rockabilly in your family. Oh yeah and we are a tack and saddle shop too. Lets see you try and saddle up at Hollister. We brew our coffee and blend our shakes from beans not bags. We bring in live music Fridays and Satudays. If you want to be on our mailing list than just drop us a line at RattlesnakeSlims@earthlink.net.”
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Thu, Jun 26:
8 pm BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; info www.coffeegallery.com; reservations 626-398-7917. The all-girl Bakersfield-based band plays Celtic music with eclectic skill and merry abandon. Touring nationally and recording since 2002, the trio has delighted audiences in festivals, theaters, living rooms, and countless other venues from New York to Los Angeles, and even to Japan. They take traditional Celtic tunes, find the sweet spot between old and new, stirring it all up with trademark playfulness and musicality they term “banshee-fying.”
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Russ & Julie, producers, “Russ and Julie’s House Concerts,” say, “Banshee in the Kitchen's performance at our house concert brought the audience to its feet with a standing ovation, and a well deserved encore. Fun, fun, fun!” Critics praise their instrumental precision and flair for arrangement, concert producers love the way they can pack a house, educators rave over their ability to tap into the passion of their students, while audiences applaud the fun and oh-so-musical experience of being with Banshee in the Kitchen.
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On stage, National Champion hammered dulcimer player BRENDA HUNTER, who also plays fiddle, and JILL EGLAND on flute, accordion, and whistle, trade-off inspired flights of lead and counter melody over fine backing by MARY TULIN on six- and twelve-string guitar, and Irish bouzouki. The three trade-off lead and backing vocals on a choice selection of songs, as well as jocular commentary in between. Likely to sell-out. $15.
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Thu, last Thu, every month:
8-10 pm monthly “SONGSALIVE! SHOWCASE” at The Talking Stick, 1630 Ocean Park Bl, Santa Monica 90405 (16th Street at Ocean Park); last Thu, every month. A full evening of entertainment from local songwriters, hosted by Maureen Doherty. Songsalive is now booking for various dates in 2007, and seeking singer-songwriters to perform; info: hotline at 310-238-0359 or email usa@songsalive.org; www.songsalive.org. No cover, $5 donation requested.
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Thu, Jun 26; in Fullerton:
8 pm GLENN CASHMAN & THE SOUTHLAND BIG BAND at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av (1 blk W of Euclid, 2 1/2 mi N of the 91 Fwy), Fullerton 92833; 714-738-6595; www.themuck.org. Featuring 14 top LA/OC jazz musicians exploring the unique possibilities of the modern big band, with a musical tribute to legendary bassist HOWARD RUMSEY, ballads, bossa nova, and hard-swinging jazz. Adv tix $20, $25 door; all ages.
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Thu, recurring:
8-11:30 pm RICK SHEA AND THE LOSIN' END at Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; 626-447-9349; www.arcadiabluesclub.com. Rick and his honky-tonk blues band’s Thursday series, with guests. Rick & co play 8-9, then from 10-12. At 9 is the guest band, different each week. Artists’ info: www.rickshea.com. Venue serves dinner, has drink specials most nights. $5 cover.
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Thu & Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their residency at the Tam O' Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz. The boys say, “Come down for great music, dancing and a green beer!” Info & directions, www.theploughboys.com.
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Thu, recurring:
8-10 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE, singer-songwriter or band, at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info / web simulcast at www.kulakswoodshed.com. No cover, artists are unpaid, and a $10 donation to the venue is expected from each participant & audience member.
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Thu; repeats every Thu:
CALJAS ARTISTS WEEKLY JAZZ PERFORMANCE NIGHT at Hip Kitty Jazz / Fondue, 502 W First St (in the Packing House complex), Claremont 91711; www.hipkittyjazz.com; 909-447-6700. It’s a new venue, said to be beautiful, serving food, beer & wine, 25 mins E of Pasadena off the 210 Fwy. The venue is part of the newly-renovated Claremont Packing House. Proprietress Nancy Tessier’s father, Refugio "Coco" Lopez, plays alto, and she wanted her club to feature an array of jazz singers. This led to a fortuitous connection with Dale Boatman, founder and president of the California Jazz Arts Society. CalJAS is a powerful force in bringing some of the best jazz artists in Southern California, especially singers, to restaurants, clubs and other performance spaces in eastern Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire, an area that previously had relatively few opportunities for jazz musicians to perform.
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Thu, Jun 26; rock-opera:
“THE WHO’S TOMMY” with ALICE RIPLEY & NONA HENDRYX runs Jun 18-29, at the Ricardo Montalban Theater, 1615 Vine St, Hollywood 90028. Somehow, the L.A. Times found it, even though it isn’t classical or jazz (usually the only music they acknowledge), and they have named it their “#1 L.A. Times Summer Theater Pick.” Sure, it’s largely an electric performance, but we’re sure you want to know about it. Info & tix, www.TheWhosTommy.com.
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Thu, every week:
8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC had an early start tonight at the Cowboy Palace Saloon; see 7 pm listing.
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Thu, every Thu; on web radio:
9 pm “FREIGHT TRAIN BOOGIE” radio show on KRCB 90.9 and 91.1 FM on Sonoma County, California’s only public radio station; live performance-interviews; simulcast on the web at www.krcb.org/listen/listen.html. You can ask the host or the guests questions or make comments at frater@freighttrainboogie.com.
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Thu, every week:
9 pm BEGINNERS SON JAROCHO CLASS with CESAR CASTRO from VeraCruz, at Cal Poly Downtown Center, 300 2nd St, Pomona (Arts Colony). Learn to play jarana, string instrument from Veracruz; dance Zapateado; sing & compose sones (songs); gain knowledge of Son Jarocho music. For children, teens & adults. Venue has a mic and stage lights. Info, www.myspace.com/besskepp. $3 cover.
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Thu; every Thu:
9:30 pm PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES at Bartwist, 48 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia; www.bartwist.com. Expect a good time and dancing’, from honky-tonk to Elvis. Venue has food and full bar. No cover.
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Thu, Jun 26:
10:45 pm MISTER B & THE BAND at the Liquid Lounge, 3522 E Anaheim St, Long Beach. Mister B tells us, “This is one of our favorite places to play. The crowd's always great and [proprietor] Diane is the most gracious supporter of live music around. We dropped in there recently to help her celebrate the Liquid Lounge's 7th year. We're on last so we get to play longer. Great food, $7 pitchers of beer, and an evening's musical entertainment.”
Full lineup:
> 8:45 – Mystic Cheese
> 9:45 – Satellite Dogs
> 10:45 – Mister B & the Band
Venue is 21+. No cover.
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View all of June at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com, and chronological date listings, as separate posts, continue there AND at www.myspace.com/laacoustic. On myspace, use the “view all” and then, curiously enough, the “older” button to see into the future, all the way into 2009. The calendar will be moving soon, where we won’t need to post events in small increments, and we’ll let you know when and to where. Meantime, the most recent info, both events and news, lives on both the myspace and the blogspot pages.
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copyright (c) © 2008, Larry Wines. All rights reserved.
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