August 2 & 3 events, Acoustic Americana Music Calendar & News 2008

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“Tied to the Tracks”
ACOUSTIC AMERICANA
MUSIC CALENDAR & NEWS
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August 2 & 3, 2008
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copyright (c) © 2008, Larry Wines. All rights reserved.
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Why we’re here, on Blogger.com: after a long presence on MySpace, that site suddenly changed parameters to accept only short posts, so we had to endure a ponderous and VERY time-consuming process to list events in small increments, usually only one day at a time. It was too much, so we have begun posting the calendar and news here. We’ll see how it works, and if everyone adjusts and gives positive feedback, we’ll move here, and soon.
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FUTURE EVENTS are posted into 2009, as are “BEST OUT-OF-TOWN (Beyond the L.A.-Area)” events. We update often, and we add a BUNCH of concerts, club gigs, workshops, and recurring events as we learn about them and as dates arrive.
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LATEST NEWS FEATURES always post separately. A new edition will post this weekend. The most recent previous editions of our News Features posted July 19 and July 11; recent editions are available at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com; older archived editions are available on the myspace page (www.myspace.com/laacoustic), by using the “View All” button and scrolling, and if you don’t see what you want, then journey farther back by using the “older entries” button and scrolling, as many times as necessary. You can go all the way back to when acoustic music was made by trees crashing to the floor of the primeval forests when the dinosaurs got too rambunctious.
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ANNIVERSARIES – things that happened in music, entertainment, and elsewhere in history – are on hiatus, except for the following notes about the month itself.
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AUGUST 2008
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Julius Caesar’s adopted nephew and heir, Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (known to us in today’s histories as Octavius Ceasar) was the first Roman Emperor to receive the title “Augustus,” meaning “reverend,” as bestowed by the Roman Senate. Then, the senators changed the name of the sixth month of the Roman calendar from “Sextilis” to “August” to honor their leader. Augustus took a day from February to give his month 31 days, making it the same length as July, which honored Julius Caesar. (And you always wondered why February is so short. Alas, it’s because of the ego of Octavius.)
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“Poem of the month” for August:
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NO MATTER
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No matter
How hot-burning
It is
Outside
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When
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You peel a
Long fat cucumber
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Or
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Cut deep into
A fresh ripe watermelon
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You can
Feel
Coolness
Come into your hands.
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- Lee Bennett Hopkins
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August event note:
The Annual GOLDEN BOOT AWARDS CEREMONY has been cancelled this year, and is on hiatus until Aug 2009.
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THIS WEEKEND’S EVENTS:
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 2
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Sat, Aug 2:
All day AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Downtown Los Angeles “RELAY FOR LIFE” event with all-day live music, at LA City Hall, 200 N Spring St, L.A. 90012. DEBBIE HENNESSEY has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and she performs here (set time tbd) with her band of “Jeffs,” JEFF MARSHALL, JEFF MOORE & JEFF MADDOX. Debbie says, “You can have fun AND support the American Cancer Society in the process, listen to bands and hang out in the sun and it won't cost you a dime, unless out of the goodness of your little pea-picking heart, you want to make a donation. This will be the 5th year in a row that I've performed at the Santa Monica ‘Relay for Life’ event. In addition I’m performing at the N. Hollywood, Beach Cities, and downtown L.A. events this summer. Open to the public and all ages, these are a full-day outdoor event of bands and activities to benefit ACS. It is always a fun and inspiring day. Bring a blanket, chairs, snacks, whatever and sit on the lawn and enjoy the show.” Artist info, www.debbiehennessey.com. Free and open to the public.
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Sat & Sun, Aug 2 & 3; in Vermont:
Annual “CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FOLK FESTIVAL” on the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain in Ferrisburgh, VT. Mark Michaelis, host of radio’s “Acoustic Harmony,” says it’s, “the most beautiful setting for folk music anywhere.” This year's festival includes BROOKS WILLIAMS, THE KOSSOY SISTERS, HUNGRYTOWN (REBECCA HALL & KEN ANDERSON), SI KAHN, HANNEKE CASSEL, and many others.
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Sat, Aug 2; in Nevada:
“F.E.A.T. AUTISM FUND RAISER” at Buffalo Creek Winery in Carson City, NV; www.featofthecarsonvalley.org. This is an annual event that cowboy poet LARRY MAURICE tells us “draws all the big shots from northern Nevada and raises a ton of money for autism research. Check out the web site for specifics. Good friend John Tyson will help me auction-off everything from art (paintings, not the guy) trips, guns and a night at the Reno rodeo for you and about eight of your friends in a private box. If you live in the area you should be a part of this great cause.”
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Sat, Aug 2; in Fullerton:
10 am FUTURE SHOCK & CULTURE SHOCK play the Kids Series 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; 714-738-3134; www.themuck.org. They tell us, “You never saw kids do these feats of amazing gymnastic dance before.” The “MucKids” shows include a toddlers' area for younger siblings. $15 adults, $10 kids.
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Sat, repeats every week:
11 am-12:30 pm “PACIFIC SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP” with G. F. MLELY, at Theater & Cabaret, 1535 Termino Av, Long Beach 90804. Info, Billie Kalua, songwriters@jazcraft.net or 562-494-9627. Ongoing, began Mar 31, 2007. $15 per workshop, minimum 4 workshops payable in advance; pre-registration required.
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Saturdays, on web radio:
Noon-2 pm “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” Celtic and British Isle folk show, on KUSP in Santa Cruz, includes live performance-interviews with host CINDY ODOM on her long-running show. From the highlands of Scotland to the midlands of England and beyond, it’s traditional and contemporary music from Ireland and the other British Isles, with Celtic lore and Celtic-influenced folk and ethnic music from Europe and North America. Info, playlists, and web simulcast at www.kusp.org.
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Saturdays, on web radio:
Noon-1 pm “UNSIGNED MUSIC SHOW” on WPMD with TEE-M and MIKE STARK is “a genre-busting show, where the UNsigned Revolution is on.” On the web at http://wpmd.org. Mike and TEE-M spin CDs 11 am-noon “from cutting-edge indie artists and bands,” (acoustic and electric) then welcome guests at noon, usually for all-acoustic live performances. The show also rebroadcasts through the week; check site for details.
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Sat, Aug 2:
1:30 pm “INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW FESTIVAL” happens July 25-Aug 9, and all weekend throughout Los Angeles, including today at Club Fais DoDo, 5257 West Adams Bl, L.A.; 323 954-8080; www.faisdodo.com. Includes JOHN BATDORF (Batdorf & Rodney, Batdorf & Stanley) who has performed live, multiple times, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Performance schedule at this venue includes IVAN & ALOYSHA at 1:30 pm, BLAIR PACKHAM at 2 pm, JOHN BATDORF solo at 2:30 pm, JEREMY at 3 pm, THE CHASE at 3:30 pm, NEORELIC at 4 pm, BLACKOUT 101 at 4:30 pm. See the International Pop Overthrow website and myspace for info about the entire schedule at www.internationalpopoverthrow.com and www.myspace.com/internationalpopoverthrow. Resumes at same venue tonight at 8 pm, with an 18+ show, $10 cover. The daytime show is all ages; $8 cover.
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Saturdays, alternate Saturdays, on web radio:
2 pm (Pacific) “ACOUSTIC HARMONY,” hosted by Mark Michaelis, from WGDR at 91.1 FM in the Green Mountains of Vermont, simulcast at www.wgdr.org. Mark sometimes hosts folk and acoustic renaissance artists in-studio for all-acoustic performance-interviews. He says, “The focus is on contemporary and traditional folk, singer-songwriters and local artists, but a little of anything and everything might creep-in. Whether it's Celtic, bluegrass, world music or even rock or blues, as long as it's got beautiful harmonies and melodies you might here it here on a Saturday afternoon.” More info, playlists, and archived performance-interviews at www.acoustic-harmony.com.
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Sat, Aug 2:
3-5 pm “AN AFTERNOON OF POETRY & BLUES" featuring the Pearl Brothers, with BERNIE PEARL bassist MIKE BARRY playing the blues, and noted poet SHERMAN PEARL reading from his latest book, "Profanities," at the Ocean Park Library, 2601 Main St (at Ocean Park Bl), Santa Monica; 310-453-0183. Limited seating on a first-come basis. Admission and refreshments are free.
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Saturdays, on web radio:
3-5 pm (Pacific) “A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION” always features live performances and skits and stories with host GARRISON KEILLOR, a regular cast of recording artists, and guests, whether broadcasting from various live venues across America, or from its home base in Minnesota. This initial “live” broadcast tiume each weekend is standard everywhere, though repeat times vary by station. In L.A., the show is broadcast on KPCC 89.3 FM, and repeats Saturday night, 6-8 pm and Sunday Noon-2 pm. But if you’re in L.A., it’s much better to find a web simulcast from somewhere; that’s because KPCC has no other music shows and they do not know how to control the levels for music performances, causing frequent peaking and signal cut-out.
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Sat, recurring:
4-6 pm SHAPE NOTE / SACRED HARP, “The Learners Group” in Santa Monica. Call Laura for location: 310-450-3516.
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Sat, first Sat every month:
4 pm “CHARITY AUCTION” at Amoeba Music, 6400 Sunset Bl, Hollywood; 323-245-6400. Host Brently Heilbron presides over the event, bringing a good time and money for a variety of charitable causes.
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Sat, Aug 2:
4-6 pm “LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL” with BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO and others, at Rainbow Lagoon Park, Shoreline Dr & Linden Av, Long Beach. This event is the local “little sister” to June’s Long Beach Bayou Festival.
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Sat, Aug 2:
5-6 pm CINDY KALLET & GREY LARSEN on National Public Radio's “WEEKEND ALL THINGS CONSIDERED” interviewed by host Andrea Seabrook. These two fine musicians have been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” As for the NPR broadcast, Cindy tells us, “Many stations air the program between 5 and 6 pm, but to check on the exact time for your local station, you can go to www.npr.org/stations. If you can't listen to it at the time of your local broadcast, you can waltz your browser over to www.npr.org/templates/rundowns/rundown.php?prgId=2 and locate the the August 2nd program. We were delighted to get the chance to do this, and hope you will tune in and enjoy! If you'd like to listen to and/or order Cross the Water, please visit www.kalletlarsen.com or http://www.cindykallet.com/music. You can also download the whole album or individual tracks from iTunes, CD Baby, and other online download sites.”
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Sat, Aug 2:
6-8 pm CHIP KINMAN & PCH play their RECORD RELEASE PARTY at La Luz De Jesus Gallery, 4633 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood. They’re playing the whole record. Info, www.myspace.com/chipkinmanandpch.
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Sat. Aug 2:
6-10:30 pm monthly “PICKIN’ NIGHT” at the Blue Ridge Pickin' Parlor, 17828 Chatsworth St, Granada Hills; www.pickinparlor.com; 818-282-9001. Beginner’s Jam 6-7:30 pm (main store); Intermediate Jam 6-7:30 pm in their additional space at 17824 Chatsworth St, 2 doors E of the main store; Open Jam 7:30-10:30 pm in main store.
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Sat, every week:
6:30-10:30 pm Weekly BLUEGRASS CONCERT at Me n’ Ed’s Pizza Parlor, 4115 Paramount Bl (at Carson), Lakewood; 562-421-8908.
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Sat, Aug 2:
7 pm MOJACAR FLAMENCO at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv, 626-398-7917; info, www.coffeegallery.com. Tonight, the award-winning evocative duet performs their concert, "Bailes Candiles." The concert takes its inspiration from the 19th century "Café Cantante" flamenco shows, where the only lighting was supplied by gas lamps. This intimate concert setting allows the artists to perform their best, most difficult flamenco works. Featuring guitar virtuoso STEPHEN DICK and elegant, fiery flamenco dancer-singer KATERINA TOMÁS, this dynamic duet completely transforms the art of flamenco. Recognized with numerous awards and honors for their artistry by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, the City of Los Angeles, the Zellerbach and Haas Foundations, and “Meet the Composer,” Mojácar Flamenco is well-known for their distinctive use of Katerina's footwork as a rhythmic instrument and Stephen's outstanding flamenco guitar compositions. It’s Flamenco guitar, rhythm & dance, as they celebrate the release of their hot new Flamenco and Latin album, “Al Que Quiere.” $15.
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Sat, Aug 2; in Encinitas (San Diego):
7 pm MIKE LOPEZ plays the San Diego Folk Heritage series at San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas; 858-566-4040; SDFH@san.rr.com. Mike Lopez was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. Part native American Chumash of the Kalawashaq Village, Mike embraces the multicultural aspects of his deep roots. His multifaceted background is clearly reflected in his song writing. He has been singing and playing guitar since he was ten years old, and was strongly influenced by County, Blues and Jazz. At the early age of thirteen Mike formed his first band and at fifteen he composed his first song, entitled “Easy Chair”. Info, www.mikelopez.biz/live. Adv tix, www.ticketweb.com; $18 gen’l, $15 mbrs.
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Sat, every week; in Tehachapi:
7 pm ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE at Mama HillyBeans Coffee & Community, 426 E Tehachapi Bl, Tehachapi; www.mamahillybeans.com; 661-822-BEAN. Venue has great ambience, and food "made from scratch and about 95% organic." Traveling acts have varying admission prices; check venue's web site.
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Sat, Aug 2; in San Diego:
BELINDA GAIL & CURLY MUSGRAVE play the “Acoustic Music San Diego” Concert Series, 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego; 619-303-8176. Each a big-time award-winning western star on their own, they’ve also won top honors as a duo. They’ve performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” and headlined at the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival.
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Sat, first Sat every month:
“GRASSROOTS ACOUSTICA” monthly showcase with performing host MARK ISLAM, and a full lineup of performers, at Synergy Café Lounge, 4437 Sepulveda Bl (just S of Culver Bl), Culver City; 310-482-3490; www.synergycafelounge.com. No cover charge, but every show is a benefit for a nonprofit or charity. Performing host MARK ISLAM says, “All of the performers, [make] good on their promise to busk their hearts out… new songs & everything… a Who's Hoot.” Past lineups have included Grammy winners / nominees and a Village Voice OBIE Award winner. Mark continues, “There's no shortage of acoustic eclecticism in Los Angeles.”
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Sat, every week:
7:30-10:30 pm GRATEFUL DUDES weekly bluegrass concert at Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24500 Lyons Ave, Newhall; 661-259-6733. (Lyons exit, just off I-5.) This a long-running series, often, with very impressive performing guests.
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Sat; every Sat:
7:30 pm “RANCH PARTY” evening of country & Americana roots music performances, on the West Patio Stage, Original Farmers Market, 3rd & Fairfax, L.A. Presented by EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. New in April, 2008. Performers have included DAVID SERBY, GRANT LANGSTON, 29 MULES, BOB WOODRUFF, OLD BULL, PSYCHEDELIC COWBOYS, PAUL CHESNE, NICOLE GORDON, and BUCKSWORTH. Parking: 2 hours free with validation from EB’s Beer & Wine Bar. $3 for the third hour; $1 for each additional 20 minutes; $15 max. Addt’l parking at The Grove, next door. Get validation for their structure from Grove merchants. No cover.
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Sat, first Sat every month:
7:30-11:30 pm “SANTA MONICA TRADITIONAL FOLK MUSIC CLUB” at Santa Monica Synagogue, 1448 18th St (corner of 18th & Broadway), Santa Monica. Info, coordinator April Halprin Wayland, 310-376-8760, Aprilstory@aol.com; www.santamonicafolkmusicclub.org.
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Sat, Aug 2; in N San Diego County:
7:30 pm RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE play the “Fallbrook Americana Music Series” at the Mission Theatre, 231 N Main St, Fallbrook; 760-731-2278; www.missiontheatre.org. The Mission Theatre is a charming venue, designed in the grand tradition of the old movie house. And the band is one of the most, if not the most, historic western band performing today. They play with symphony orchestras, and they currently have the most successful monthly residency in L.A.
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Sat, Aug 2:
ROD MacDONALD at Marie & Ken's House Concerts in Los Angeles. Reserv gets directions, at 310-836-0779.
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Sat, Aug 2:
8 pm CARRIE RODRIGUEZ plus KAISER CARTEL at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403. Austin-born, Berklee-trained violinist / fiddler CARRIE RODRIGUEZ makes her solo debut at McCabe's. The venue tells us, “She first came to our attention when she teamed up with songwriting legend Chip Taylor for four terrific albums, capped-off by their amazing performance at McCabe's in 2006. With this show, Rodriguez and her band (including Greg Leisz and drummer Don Heffington) are supporting ‘She Aint Me,’ the highly anticipated solo album featuring songs co-written by Rodriguez, Gary Louris, and Mary Gauthier. Kicking off tonight's show will be the melodic art pop duo KaiserCartel out of Brooklyn, NY, who are creating quite a buzz with their sophomore release, ‘March Forth.’” Carrie Rodriguez & Chip Taylor, as well as Greg Leisz, have been heard on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Tix purchased online or by phone, add $4 svc chg, per order (not per ticket) to price shown. $15.
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Sat, Aug 2:
BANSHEE IN THE KITCHEN at Boulevard Music in Culver City. Info, www.boulevardmusic.com. You’ve heard their wildly fun Celtic music on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.”
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Sat, first Sat every month:
8-10 pm monthly “JUKE JOINT GANG” show at The Talking Stick, 1630 Ocean Park Bl, Santa Monica; 310-450-6052; www.thetalkingstick.net. It’s an evening of fine acoustic roots music, with four acts, each playing a 30-min set. Usually hosted by ERNEST TROOST and/or LAUREN ADAMS, who have each performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” Venue has coffeehouse fare, good sandwiches. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 2:
8 pm “INTERNATIONAL POP OVERTHROW FESTIVAL” happens throughout Los Angeles July 25-Aug 9, and all weekend, including today at Club Fais DoDo, 5257 West Adams Bl, L.A.; 323 954-8080; www.faisdodo.com. See the International Pop Overthrow websites for info about the entire schedule at www.internationalpopoverthrow.com and www.myspace.com/internationalpopoverthrow. Tonight’s show is 18+, $10 cover, and looks to be very alt-rock. There’s also a daytime show that looks acoustic at 1:30 pm (see listing) and that one is all ages; $8 cover.
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Sat, every week:
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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Sat, first Sat every month; in the OC:
8 pm-midnight SONGMAKERS “ORANGE COUNTY HOOT” meets in a private home in Mission Viejo. Info, www.songmakers.org/hoots/orange_county_hoot.htm.
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Sat, every week:
9 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line / couple dance lessons with Charlotte, 7-9 pm. No cover.
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Sat, Aug 2:
10 pm DAVID SERBY & THE SIDEWINDERS play two sets at The Press Restaurant, 129 Harvard Av, Claremont 91711; www.thepressrestaurant.com. Artists info, www.myspace.com/davidserby and www.davidserby.com. No cover.
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Sat, every week; on TV:
11 pm-12 am "AUSTIN CITY LIMITS" on KLCS (check your cable co.; broadcast TV Ch. 58). Recently moved from Friday night to this new time.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 3
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Sun, every week:
10 am-2 pm LIVE MUSIC at WEST L.A. FARMERS MARKET, 11360 Santa Monica Bl (at Corinth); www.westlafarmersmarket.com. Also, free raffle for Farmers Market fresh food. A nice, permanent band shell stage and good sound system distinguish this one. Usually the first act performs from 10 or 10:30 am-noon, there’s a second act noon-1 pm, a break for the raffle of market goodies, and the final act performs 1:15-2 pm. This is a well-structured event. Free wifi at the farmers market and throughout the West L.A. Civic Center Plaza, and Free kids crafts table operated by volunteers 9 am-2 pm, both sponsored by West L.A. Neighborhood Council www.wlanc.com. When you are on the plaza with your laptop, select wlancwifi as your free wireless network. Free event. Map to free parking, www.westlafarmersmarket.com/Location.htm.
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Sun, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood; 323-848-5100.
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Sun, every week:
10 am & 1 pm “GOSPEL BRUNCH” at House of Blues Anaheim, 1530 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim; 714-778-2583.
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Sun, Aug 3:
11 am-noon DEBI DERRYBERRY plays the “KIDS KONCERT” SERIES at The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicam, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga 90290; tix & info, www.theatricum.com; 310-455-3723. This year’s series brings a great lineup of shows:
Aug 3 - DEBI DERRYBERRY - cheery and funAug 10 - JUSTIN ROBERTS - rockin' kids musicAug 17 - MASANGA MARIMBA ENSEMBLE - Zimbabwe musicAug 24 - RHYTHM CHILD - drums and kidsAug 31 - KATHERINE DINES - lively and uniqueSep 7 - BUCK HOWDY & BB - wild west rompSep 14 - JUMBO SHRIMP CIRCUS - circus folksSep 21 - PARACHUTE EXPRESS - super stars in the world of children’s musicSep 28 - THE SQUEEGEES - good clean fun
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Sun, every week:
Noon-3 pm “AMERICANA BRUNCH” with different live performers each week, at Safari Sam's, 5214 Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90027. Hosted by Hillbilly DJ Jeff W, who David Serby says, “Not only puts these Sunday shows together, but he spins some serious old school country, honky tonk and rockabilly music, too.”
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Sun, every week:
12:30 pm families; 1:30 pm adults only COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLES at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sun; 12:30 pm families, 1:30 pm adults only. Bring your own drum or percussion instrument to the drum circle or use one of those provided by the gallery. Taught by Mr Blue, a versatile artist from New York.
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Sun; 1st Sun, every month:
1-5 pm “1ST SUNDAYS BLUEGRASS JAM” at El Camino College, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance; first Sun, every month. Bill Elliott 909-678-1180; Ron Walters 310-534-1439.
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Sun, 1st Sun, every month:
1 pm Monthly “CTMS OLD TIME JAM” at the Center for Folk Music, 16953 Ventura Bl, Encino; 818-817-7756. Free.
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Sun, recurring:
1:30 pm WELSH CHOIR, for location, contact Rutthy: 818-507-0337.
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Sun; first Sun every month; in Nipomo:
2 pm WILD RIVER RAMBLERS bring bluegrass to Santa Maria Brewing Co, 112 Cuyama Ln (1/2 blk W of the 101), Nipomo; 805-349-2090. Features JULIO BOYSENBERRY on banjo. “2 PM to whenever.”
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Sun, Aug 3:
2:30-9 pm “BLUES PARTY” with free hot dogs and cool blues at the Big Fish Bar & Grill, 5230 San Fernando Rd, Glendale 91230; 818-244-6442. Bands scheduled to perform: BEASTS OF BLUES, SIR STAN AND THE COUNTS, FELICIA AND DANNY, TRACY RIDDLE BAND, LIGHTIN' WILLIE, THELONIUS JAMES TRIO, and special guest LAURA LEE.
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Sun, recurring:
3-5:30 pm JAZZ COMPOSERS WORKSHOP at Rock Rose Gallery/Productions & Arroyo Books, 4108 N Figueroa St, Sycamore Grove; 323-222-4740; rockroseart@yahoo.com; www.rockrosegallery.com. Every Sunday.
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Sun, every week:
4-7 pm “IRISH MUSIC SESSION” weekly at Finn McCool, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica; 310-452-1734.
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Sun, every week:
5-9 pm “THE GRAND OLE ECHO” country & roots series runs weekly through the spring and summer at The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park 90026; www.myspace.com/thegrandoleecho. All ages, no cover.
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Sun, every week:
5 pm LIVE MUSIC (artists tba) and WEEKLY COMPLIMENTARY BBQ at the Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St (Devonshire & Owensmouth), Chatsworth 91311; www.cowboypalace.com; 818-341-0166. (BBQ changed to 5-8 pm, effective July 4.) Live music 7 nights a week, sometimes acoustic, sometimes electric. Preceded by free line dance lessons with Bonnie, 4-6 pm. Every Sunday they “light up the 'ol barbie and throw on anything from marinated tri-tip beef to good 'ol hamburgers. Every BBQ is served with all the fixin's, like baked beans, vegetables, rice, cole slaw, potato salad and more.” They tell us, “If you're looking for something really fun and different to do on Sundays, then head on down to The Cowboy Palace Saloon for dance lessons at 4, mouthwatering BBQ at 5, and a hot country band starting at 6!” No cover.
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Sun; first Sun every month; in Santa Margarita:
5:30-8:30 pm SANTA MARGARITA JAM (bluegrass & more) at "The Porch" (formerly Solomon's Café), 22322 El Camino Real (Rt 58), Santa Margarita. First 1/2 hour is a free music lesson for anyone getting started; remainder of evening is an open jam for all pickers. Bluegrass / trad / old time oriented. Info, siminoff@siminoff.net.
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Sun, Aug 3:
6 pm MALO plays the “Concerts in the Park” outdoor series at Lou Bredlow Pavilion in Warner Center Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Bl, Woodland Hills. This band has been on the forefront of the Latin/Pop/R&B music scene for decades delighting audiences all over the country. Originally called the Malibus they changed their name to Malo in 1970 for their first album title which included their hit songs, "Suavecito," "Nena," and "Café," that laid the groundwork for their career of three decades and counting. The sponsoring Valley Cultural Committee has an upgraded food court with sixteen vendors serving a variety of food and beverages. The Children’s Play Zone is also upgraded this year with bounce rides, clowns, face painting and balloon artists. Parking is available for a $8 in three nearby parking structures; Califa St between Topanga & Owensmouth and Owensmouth Av between Oxnard & Califa. Proceeds help offset the cost of the concerts. Info on shows and free parking with incentives at VCC, 818-704-1358 or www.valleycultural.org.
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Sun, every week, Jun 29-Aug 31:
6:30 pm “LEVITT LOVES KIDS” series for a half-hour before the evening’s professional musicians, at the “Concerts in the Park” series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, Memorial Park, Walnut & Raymond, Pasadena; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org; 626-683-3230. Talented local musicians under age 18 take the stage; this year’s offerings include a Spotlight Awards winner and performers from the Young Musicians Foundation and Theatre 360. 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. (See 7 pm listing for tonight’s featured professional musicians.) Free.
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Sun, Aug 3:
7 pm KEN O'MALLEY (of THE TWILIGHT LORDS) plays authentic and Original Irish music in a solo acoustic show at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv, 626-398-7917; info, www.coffeegallery.com. Dublin-born Ken O’Malley's rich, resonant voice and engaging stage presence have delighted audiences for over thirty years. In his solo performance, Ken transports his audience to his beloved Ireland through heartfelt singing and vivid storytelling. Find out why the Irish News calls this consummate entertainer, “without question, ... the single most enduring, influential and proficient of all Irish musicians in Southern California.” It’s a magical evening of songs in English and Irish Gaelic, accompanied by Ken’s remarkable talent on guitar and mandolin. Lisa Elaine Scott, writing in Music Connection Magazine, says, “Dust-free and polished to perfection, each song is performed with authenticity, and the care one might use when handling a valuable family heirloom.”
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Ken says, “If you haven't been to this beautiful ‘listening space,’ you have missed a rare treat. There is nothing else like it in Southern California! Reservations are recommended as this show has SOLD OUT in the past. NOTE: If you have a discount ticket for the June 14 show, it WILL be honored at this performance.” Artist info, www.kenomalley.com. $18.
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Sun, Aug 3:
7 pm BILLY MITCHELL plays “Jazz Night Sundays” for the “Concerts in the Park” series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, Memorial Park, Walnut & Raymond, Pasadena; www.levittpavilionpasadena.org; 626-683-3230. he brings bebop and “smooth jazz fusion.” 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.
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Sun, every week:
7 pm PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH MARC PLATT at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; www.kulakswoodshed.com. Must be a member in advance to gain entry. Limit 10 performers per week. Info, www.kulakswoodshed.com/workshop.shtml. Each week's workshop is $20, with all proceeds to the venue.
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Sun, every week, on web radio:
7-9 pm “FOLKSCENE” is a long-running folk music show from Los Angeles, hosted by ROZ LARMAN on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles, 98.7 FM in Santa Barbara, and simulcast at www.kpfk.org. Each edition features a long-form performance-interview, recorded live, with a guest recording artist. The show celebrated its 37th year on the air in February 2008. Info on the show and guests, playlists, and tributes to the late co-host HOWARD LARMAN, at www.folkscene.com.
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Sun, every week, on web radio:
7 pm “FLAT CAT RADIO,” hosted by DAVE STRAUSS, features live on-air performance-interviews at www.myspace.com/flatcatradio. It’s a weekly live web-only show focused on Los Angeles-based songwriters of all genres, but the live segment is generally an acoustic performance.
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Sun, Aug 3:
7:45 pm DAVID SERBY & THE SIDEWINDERS plus THE TENNESSEE THREE at Safari Sam’s, 5214 W Sunset Bl, Hollywood 90027; www.safari-sams.com. www.myspace.com/davidserby and www.davidserby.com. $15.
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Major updates coming this weekend.
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View more events at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com, as chronological date listings, and longer “looks ahead” to May, 2009. The Acoustic Americana Music Calendar updates often, and News Features post weekly. Current chronological date listings, to May, 2009, are available for (1) Los Angeles-area acoustic Americana music events, and (2) festivals and other events of great note throughout the US and Canada (and sometimes beyond) in our presentation of “Best-Out-of-Town (Beyond L.A.) Events,” which also updates often. If you don’t see the dates you need in the first window, browse-around on the site. If you are exploring our Myspace page, use the “view all” button and scroll, then use the “older” button as many times as needed to explore the archives. The calendar’s most recent info, both events and news, lives at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com and news of the “Tied to the Tracks” radio & TV shows is at www.myspace.com/laacoustic.
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