Acoustic Americana Music Guide, Oct 22 events and ticket alerts

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A TRUE MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA (Oct 25) is one of TWO BENEFIT CONCERTS for Larry Wines (editor of the Guide, music journalist and radio host) who is recovering from eye surgery (without medical insurance). They are Friday night, Oct 23rd at 8 pm, and Sunday, Oct 25th from 1 to 8 pm. These include many of L.A.’s top award-winning artists and best acoustic bands. BOTH CONCERTS are described in detail AFTER our listings of today’s events!
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The KNITTING FACTORY in Hollywood calls it quits after their multi-stage show Sunday night, Oct 25; though they’ve brought us some fine acoustic acts, like the AVETT BROTHERS, they’re going out with a big lineup of loud rock and ska. Maybe they shoulda brought in more Americana music…
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Following our extensive current event descriptions, we bring you “Ticket Alerts” for a few upcoming events, so you can GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE THEY SELL-OUT.
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Meantime, send your friends to the Guide! Just tell them to go this url ~
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http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com
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~ you don’t even need to tell them why. They will be amazed and they will thank you.
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Last edition, we said, “DON YOUR SAFARI SHIRT (the one with all those pockets) and put the leather helmet and goggles on, so you can brave the freeways in that open-top tin Lizzy. There is sooooo much REAL music waiting for you, right here in the Guide!” ~ well, guess what? At BOULDER ACOUSTIC SOCIETY’s fine show on Oct 20, they showed the audience their new CD ~ and how the package transforms into a stereopticon viewer, which is a little leather helmet, and goggles you look through to view each of the four stereo pictures they include. Is that serendipitously congruous, or what?
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The editor still can’t use the computer as his recovery continues to progress from eye surgery - but he does contribute some colorful phrases and somehow coax a coalition of the willing to keep it all going.
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Find out how at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2009/10/guide-faqs-and-more.html
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The editor thanks everyone for the cards and letters and tasty edibles and homemade treats, and for whatever well-wishes await in the mountain of emails that he can't yet read. A few at a time, we are starting to read them to him (there are over 3,900 there, waiting!)
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ROCKTOBER continues with the extravaganza on the 25th (1-8 pm), and dozens and dozens of live acoustic performances happen through the end of the month at concert halls, coffeehouses, clubs, bars, parks, band shells, fall festivals, and theaters and amphitheaters indoors and out! Your guide to the world of acoustica awaits you at
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(Yes, you can give your friends the url, even if it reveals they don’t need to call you anymore to learn what’s happening.)
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Our recent news feature, “Grammy Awards Add American Roots Category,” is at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2009/10/grammy-awards-add-american-roots.html
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You can check out Larry Wines’ most recent column in FolkWorks. It’s available free online at www.folkworks.org/content/viewcategorycur/89. It’s a time of remembrances for the late musicians MIKE SEEGER and DAVID CARRADINE, and for WOODY GUTHRIE’S guitar.
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Read JOEL OKIDA’s review for the Guide of the WPA (Works Progress Administration) superstar band at Largo in L.A., Oct 6; it’s at www.nodepression.com/profiles/blogs/review-of-wpa-works-progress or at http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2009/10/review-of-wpa-works-progress.html
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RADIO NEWS: the return from hiatus of the syndicated TIED TO THE TRACKS radio show is delayed, due to the producer / host’s ongoing recovery from eye surgery. (At least he has time to listen to all those submitted CDs that arrive daily!) We’ll keep you posted.
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HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR GIG FOR INCLUSION? Our “stuff ya wanna know “ (FAQs) page is available at
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OCTOBER 22, 2009 events only (plus ticket “heads-up” for upcoming events)
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On this day in 2002, TOM PAXTON’s album, “Looking for the Moon,” was released; it went on to be nominated for a Grammy.
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Your editor, recovering from eye surgery, still isn’t available to detail the “SHOW-OF-THE-WEEK” picks.
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Local Festivals:
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One that’s a BENEFIT is COMING UP on Sunday; see our “EARLY ANNOUNCEMENTS / BUY TIX NOW” following today’s event listings…
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“Out-of-Town” Events:
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Thu, Oct 22; Oct 20-24, in NYC:
Annual “CMJ MUSIC MARATHON & FILM FESTIVAL” is New York’s largest music event and one of the world’s most important showcases of new music artists. It is multi-genre and includes Americana music. CMJ draws tens of thousands of professionals from all sectors of the music and film industry. More than 1,300 artists and over 120,000 music fans will converge on the Big Apple to catch the latest buzz band, cool indie film or learn more about the ever-changing music industry from key innovators, insiders and celebrities.
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By day, in partnership with New York University, CMJ Music Marathon welcomes many of the world’s most influential and revolutionary musicians, artists, cultural and political figures at a variety of events including presentations, screenings, Q&A sessions and panel discussions.
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At night, CMJ Music Marathon takes over 75 venues across Manhattan, Brooklyn and surrounding environs presenting a dazzling array of new music from around the globe. Registration to CMJ Music Marathon & Film Festival grants attendees entry to all daytime and nighttime offerings (venue capacity permitting). New York’s 101.9 WRXP is the official commercial radio sponsor of this year’s event.
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CMJ’s daytime events are based at NYU’s Kimmel Center in downtown Manhattan’s Greenwich Village and include panels, keynote speeches, networking events, the annual College Day gathering, mentoring sessions, tutorials, and a sizzling, interactive registrants’ lounge lifestyle area along with the return of the Artists’ Lounge for musicians. The event hosts the annual CMJ legal education seminar, The Entertainment Business Law Seminar, presented by CMJ Music Marathon and The Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law Section of the New York State Bar Association. And there are numerous panels.
More at www.cmj.com and www.cmj.com/marathon.
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LOS ANGELES AREA acoustic music performances:
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
11 am-2 pm “VAN NUYS FARMER'S MARKET” with live music performances, in the Van Nuys Civic Center behind the Los Angeles City Hall annex building and in front of the City Library, 14410 Sylvan St, Van Nuys 91401.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
11:30 am-3 pm weekly “7+FIG FARMERS MARKET” at 7th & Figuroa, downtown L.A.; 213-955-7157; www.7fig.com. Held on the beautifully landscaped upper plaza, above California Pizza Kitchen. Certified Gourmet Farmers Market, open-air, with vendors, lunches, produce, kettle korn, fresh flowers, honey, fresh breads, tamales, olives, dried fruits, nuts, crepes, crafts, and live music (varies each week). Entertainment is free.
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Thu, Oct 22:
1 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays a solo concert at Pierce College, Woodland Hills, in the recital hall; www.piercecollege.edu. He’s a landmark voice of authentic and original Irish music. This event is free and open to the public.
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Thu, Oct 22, (Wed & Thu), every week; near Santa Barbara:
4 pm-late New “PARADISE STORE TWICE-WEEKLY BLUEGRASS / MOUNTAIN MUSIC JAM” at Paradise Store, N of Santa Barbara on Hwy 154 for 9.5 mi; right on Paradise Rd, 1/2 mile to the store. Directions, www.paradisestoresb.com/directions.asp
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Wed’s include BBQ; Thu’s are a “Mountain Fiddle Hootenanny.” Both hosted by MARK LEWIS. More at www.paradisestoresb.com/entertainment.asp?cmth=2&cyer=2009
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
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, Oct 22:
5 pm MICHAEL HERALDA presents his “AZTEC STORIES” with Native North Americana Indian storytelling and music on indigenous instruments in a free Public Library program for "Teen Read Week" at Edendale Public Library, 2011 W Sunset Bl, L.A. 90026; 213-207-3000. Info, contact scooke@lapl.org. Michael has perfomed excerpts from “Aztec Stories” on radio’s “Tie dto the Tracks.” Michael tells us, “All are welcome to attend this presentation. So bring your kids, friends, family members, and plan to join-in by playing some of the hand-made indigenous instruments I will be bringing to share and demonstrate - PLUS, learn some interesting things about the great Mexica culture!” Information about Aztec Stories presentations at www.aztecstories.com. Free.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu: 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, Oct 22, 4th (and 2nd) Thu, every month; in Ventura:
6-9:30 pm “ZOEY'S JAM” at Zoey’s, 451 E Main St, Ventura. 805-658-8311. Hosted by Gene Rubin, who says, “Check-out Ventura's Bluegrass Jam website, at http://home.earthlink.net/~generubinaudio/index.html. All skills welcome, friendly folks, great food and drink, and even better jammin'. Generally we number 25 to 35 musicians. We now have additional space for even more jam circles. Spectators are appreciated and welcome.” Contact Gene with your email address to receive regular reminders and details: 805-658-8311 or generubinaudio@earthlink.net.
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Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, every Thu through the summer:
DONE FOR 2009 (but you can still go there for the Fosselman’s ice cream): 6:30-8:30 pm BUDDY ZAPATA at Buster's Coffee & Ice Cream Shop, 1006 Mission, South Pasadena; 626-441-0744. He’s performed live, multiple times, on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks,” with PETER CASE (Plimsouls), solo, and in an all-pro “Blues Song Circle.” Buddy tells us he’s trying-out new material for an upcoming CD, and the little venue with the great ice cream (and good sandwiches) is the beneficiary. No cover, tips to the artist are welcome.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
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 “becoming quite a scene. This bass player-songwriter MARK GOLDBERG hosts a fantastic Americana Songwriter Showcase, many times with name songwriters. I try to go as often as possible, because it's always good.” Venue serves Italian food, good coffeehouse treats and beverages. You can bring your own wine with no corking charge. No cover, donations to artists are welcome.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
7-10 pm “FLAMENCO GUITAR NIGHT” with award-winning flamenco guitarist STEPHEN DICK at Manchego Food From Spain Restaurant, 2510 Main St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-450-3900; www.manchegoonmain.com. Venue serves great tapas and Spanish dinner plates in an elegant and intimate space. STEPHEN DICK - "Esteban de Los Angeles" - has won numerous prizes for his compositions and performances, including an award from the Sur Jerez Flamenco Competition in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, for his original 1st album, "Naranjas Amargas." A versatile artist, he is the winner of the Peter Frampton award for excellence in contemporary music, and his compositions for the guitar have been published in Italy, and in the US by Columbia Music Company. He won the Paulo Barsacchi award for guitar composition for his "Sonatina for Solo Guitar," and a Meet the Composer's grant for his realization of Federico GarcÃa Lorca's romantic ballad, "Romance Sonambulo." He a 2008/2009 winner of a grant from the Spanish Ministry of Culture and US Universities for a new flamenco concert featuring GarciaLorca's mystical lullaby, "Nana del Caballo Grande."
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
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, Oct 22, every Thu:
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, Oct 22, every Thu; in Lancaster:
7-10 pm “CEDAR OPEN MIC” at Cedar Center, 44345 Cedar Av (at Lancaster Bl), Lancaster 93534; www.myspace.com/cedarcenteropenmic. Hosted by Ms. Shell Marie and Cleen. It’s open to all ages, however there is no censorship rule. It welcomes poets, spoken word, “freestylers,” and acoustic musicians. Free.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
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, Oct 22:
7:30 pm HOPE SANDOVAL &THE WARM INVENTIONS play the Mayan Theater in downtown L.A. HOPE SANDOVAL started her music career in L.A. underground icon’s Opal and then Mazzy Star. Together, they are responsible for a brand of ethereal dream pop that has influenced everyone from the Cowboy Junkies to Radiohead. She has collaborated with The Jesus & Mary Chain, The Chemical Brothers, Bert Jansch, Air, and Massive Attack among many others. An infrequent performer, Ms. Sandoval makes a rare appearance this Thursday at the gorgeous Mayan Theater downtown along with her band The Warm Inventions. This is one of two mid-week shows tonight that’s a presentation of McCabe’s and Goldenvoice. Friends of McCabe's get significant savings if they purchase tickets at www.mccabes.com. Tix are available online only, for will call pickup. $24.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
7:30 “MUSIC NIGHT” at Lulu’s Beehive, 13203 Ventura Bl (1 blk E of Fulton), Studio City; 818-986-2233. After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Three featured acts, “plus special guests and surprises each week.” After a long absence, the singer-songwriter series is back at the fun little venue. Or as they say, “the buzz has returned to the Beehive.” Light fare, sandwiches, coffeehouse beverages available. No cover.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
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, Oct 22:
8 pm Canadian folk megastar JOHN WORT HANNAM, plus DALE LaDUKE opening, at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reservations, 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com.
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JOHN WORT HANNAM has won more awards than just about anyone else in the folk music universe. He is the 2009 Grand Prize Winner - Calgary Folk Music Festival Songwriting Competition; 2008 North American Folk Alliance Award Nominee; 2007 Double Western Canadian Music Award Nominee; 2007 New Folk Winner - Kerrville Texas New Folk Songwriting Competition; 2007 Grand Prize Winner - Calgary Folk Music Festival Songwriting Competition; 2005 Double Canadian Folk Music Award Nominee; 2005 Western Canadian Music Award Nominee; 2004 Grand Prize Winner - Calgary Folk Music Festival Songwriting Competition. More, www.johnworthannam.com
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DALE LaDUKE opens. Dale has performed live on radio’s “Tied to the Tracks” where he earned a “Listener Favorite” for his original song, “Lone Ranger.” That was before the song was nominated for an L.A. Music Award. Venue impresario Bob Stane adds, "Dale LaDuke is an award winning LA based singer/songwriter. He was one of the founders of the popular Southern California country band Five Wheel Drive that was one of five finalists (and the only country band) in Yahoo’s “Best Unsigned Band” contest in 2000, and the only group to have their songs in 6 of the top 10 slots in the country division of MP3.com that same year. Dale was flown to the red carpet awards show at Studio 54 in Manhattan that featured performances by David Bowie, Issac Hayes, Allanis Morriset and many others. The group recorded two demos for Warner Bros. Nashville, before finally disbanding. He is a priniciple writer on a popular childrens CD ‘My Very Own Music’ (www.myveryownmusic.com) a wonderful collection predicted to go Gold this year. He has been wowing audiences all over the country with his heartfelt songs about our lives." Tix, $15.
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Thu, Oct 22:
8 pm BÉLA FLECK, ZAKIR HUSSAIN & EDGAR MEYER perform for the UCLA Live! series in Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr, on the UCLA campus at Royce Dr between Westwood Bl and Hilgard Av, West L.A. UCLA ticket office: 310-825-2101 or www.uclalive.org. The banjo, tabla and double-bass masters focus on the intertwining strands between American roots music and the classical Indian tradition. Fleck virtually reinvented the image of the banjo: he's been nominated in more different Grammy categories than anyone in history, winning eight times (www.belafleck.com). The classical tabla playing of Hussain has made him a national treasure in his native India and a leader in world music globally. MacArthur Award-winner Meyer is a favorite at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival and has recorded with leading classical performers and, as a composer, added substantially to the bass repertoire. Tix, $28-$58.
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Thu, Oct 22:
8 pm MESHELL N'DEGOCELLO, J*DaVeY, and KCRW DJ GARTH TRINIDAD take the stage at the El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Bl, L.A.; 323-936-4790; www.theelrey.com. MESHELL N'DEGOCELLO brings her silky soul and funk grooves to the El Rey Theater on Wilshire Bl. along with J*DaVeY and DJ Garth Trinidad. Meshell, who has been a musical force for well over a decade has played along side The Rolling Stones, Madonna, and Chaka Kahn to name a few, and her solo albums have earned her the reputation of one of the great voices in modern soul music. This is one of two mid-week shows tonight that’s a presentation of McCabe’s and Goldenvoice, and not anything we would ordinarily list, otherwise. Friends of McCabe's get significant savings if they purchase tickets at www.mccabes.com. Tix are available online only, for will call pickup. $25.
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Thu, Oct 22, Thu & Fri, every week:
8-10:30 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their residency at the Tam O' Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz; www.lawrysonline.com/tamoshanter_gen_info.asp; 323-664-0228. Venue serves ale & sandwiches. Band member Mark Romano says, “Great food, drinks, dancing, and of course, music!” More at www.theploughboys.com. All ages, no cover.
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Thu, Oct 22, 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 - named for “Best Web Simulcast” in “The Best of 2008 / Top Ten” in FolkWorks, at www.folkworks.org/content/view/35788/166. All artists donate their performances; venue is supported by donations, and asks $10 per attendee in lieu of a cover charge.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
8-11 pm “BLUES JAM” hosted by the DENNIS HERRERA BAND, and guest musicians often include BERNIE PEARL, at El Dorado Restaurant, Spring & Studebaker, Long Beach. 562-421-2122. Bernie tells us, “It stays pretty close to the blues, doesn't get too loud, offers a small dance floor, a nice bar, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.” No cover.
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Thu, Oct 22, in Temecula:
8 pm vocalist ANDREA WOLPER plays the “LIVE AT THE MERC” series at The Merc, aka The Mercantile, 42051 Main St, Temecula; www.LiveattheMerc.com. Presented by Full Value Entertainment, 951-491-9053.
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Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, every Thu:
8:30 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 dance lessons with Marie, 7-8:30 pm. Happy hour 4-7 pm, M-F. No cover.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
9 pm-2 am “ALL ACOUSTIC WITH ANGEL” hosted by ANGEL, with different artists each week (except 3rd Thursdays, when it’s the Old Time Jam, hosted by Triple Chicken Foot) always fun, at the Hyperion Tavern, 1941 Hyperion Av (look for barber pole just S of Lyric), L.A. 90027. The Thursday series has its own web page, complete with weekly lineups, at www.myspace.com/hyperiontavernallacoustic.
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Angel tells us, “This night is acoustic, old timey, ukuleles, barbershop quartets, dedicated to creating a community of artists and musicians who don't need the use of flashy lights, amps or mics. Our grandpappies didn't need it so why do we? Inquiry about playing can be sent to HyperionTavernAllAcoustic@gmail.com or even better, stop by and have a beer! Entry is always free and 21+! We'll get the barberpole up and running soon.”
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
9 pm PRESTON SMITH & THE CROCODILES play their residency at The Office, 3516 W Victory Bl (at Hollywood Wy), Burbank. Preston says, “Great sound, great food, wine and beer!” New residency, began Apr 9, 2009.
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Thu, Oct 22, every Thu:
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, Oct 22, every Thu; on web radio:
9 pm “FREIGHT TRAIN BOOGIE” radio show from Northern Cal, on KRCB 90.9 and 91.1 FM on Sonoma County’s only public radio station; features 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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Sun, Oct 25:
1-8 pm BENEFIT CONCERT for music journalist, radio host, and GUIDE editor LARRY WINES, at Topanga Community House, 1440 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga CA 90290.
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Performances by:
I SEE HAWKS IN L.A.
SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND
SEVERIN BROWNE
DAVE MORRISON BAND
ROBERT MORGAN FISHER
TIM TEDROW & TERRY VREELAND
STEVE WERNER (of Fur Dixon & Steve Werner)
STEPHANIE BETTMAN & LUKE HALPIN
MELANIE KAREEM BELLYDANCERS
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It’s a musical extravaganza concert / festival / benefit show for Larry Wines, producer & host of radio’s “Tied to the Tracks.” He reports on and showcases live performances from singer-songwriters and bands in the Americana, folk, cowboy, Cajun, Celtic and bluegrass traditions, and the best of today’s acoustic renaissance musicians.
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He produces the Acoustic Americana Music Guide and writes a column and the annual “Best of / Top Ten” for FolkWorks.
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After surgery for a detached retina, without health insurance, he faces an uncertain amount of time healing. The syndication of the radio show is on hold, and he cannot use the computer for that and his other work. He temporarily cannot make a living and needs our help.
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This benefit show may sell-out, so MAKE RESERVATIONS.
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PLEASE rsvp so there will be enough food to include your appetite: marilynbabcock@mac.com
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Admission to the show is $20.
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Fri, Oct 23:
8 pm LAWRENCE LEBO plays a BENEFIT SHOW for Larry Wines and it’s her “Anniversary Show” with DENNY CROY; they’re accompanied by PHIL PARLAPIANO on accordion, at the venue named in FolkWorks as L.A.’s best intimate acoustic listening room venue - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena; reserv 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com.
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Dirty Linen Magazine raves, “She sounds like what a daughter spawned by Ella Fitzgerald and Bob Wills might have.” Expect a fine and fun eclectic evening of traditional American music, as LAWRENCE LEBO brings her hybrid blues / jazz / folk songwriting and vocals to the warm and intimate concert venue. Accompanied solely by husband/bassist DENNY CROY for part of the evening, the bass and vocal duo amaze audiences with their intricate arrangements and full sound that’s earning them the nickname of “The World’s Biggest Little Band.” Tonight’s show celebrates the couple’s 23rd wedding Anniversary and is a benefit for Larry Wines.
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The duo is joined by special guest PHIL PARLAPIANO on accordion. Folk darling Parlapiano has toured and recorded with John Prine, Lucinda Williams, Lowen & Navarro and Dave Koz. Ms. LEBO will perform selections from her album, “Don’t Call Her Larry, Volume 2,” including her sexy Christmas blues song, “(I’m Your) Christmas Present, Baby!”, as well as much loved selections from her “…Volume 1,” and selections from her upcoming new album.
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Ms. LEBO’s recordings have earned rave international reviews and college airplay, and have been featured on National Public Radio’s “Weekend Edition” show, hosted by Liane Hansen, in addition to getting very complimentary ink here in the Guide.
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Larry Wines is editor of the Guide, columnist and feature writer for FolkWorks, and producer and host of radio’s syndicated “Tied to the Tracks.” Following eye surgery (and no medical insurance) he is temporarily unable to use the computer to make a living. A portion of tonight’s proceeds go to Larry’s recovery fund. (Another benefit, with many artists performing, is Oct 25 at the Topanga Community House; see the section at the end of the Guide’s listings for the last day covered in this edition.) Tix for tonight’s show, $15.
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Mon, Oct 26:
7 pm TEGAN AND SARA with LAURA VEIRS at The Orpheum; doors at 7 pm. Tix, $38, $42. (Oct 25 sold out, limited tix available for Oct 26).
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Wed, Oct 28:
8 pm STEVE MARTIN performs with the STEEP CANYON RANGERS and The L.A. Philharmonic in “AN EVENING OF BLUEGRASS & BANJO” at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Music Center, 135 N Grand Av, L.A. (downtown) 90012; 213-972-7211; www.musiccenter.org. Iconic comedian Steve Martin is a fine banjo player, as he proves in this very special appearance at Walt Disney Concert Hall to perform songs from his new album, “The Crow: New Songs for the Five-String Banjo,” currently on top of the Billboard Bluegrass Album Chart. Having won a Grammy for his collaboration with Earl Scruggs on “Foggy Mountain Breakdown” in 2001, this will be the accomplished instrumentalist’s first public show in Los Angeles in decades, and follows his recent sold-out performance at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry. Tix & info at www.laphil.com/tickets/performance_detail.cfm?id=4206 and more at www.LAPhil.com. More at www.stevemartin.com and www.steepcanyon.com.
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Thu, Oct 29:
7:30 pm STEVE MARTIN performs with the STEEP CANYON RANGERS and The L.A. Philharmonic in “AN EVENING OF BLUEGRASS & BANJO” at Orange County Performing Arts Center, Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org. Iconic comedian Steve Martin is a fine banjo player, as he proves in this very special concert, performing songs from his new album, “The Crow: New Songs for the Five-String Banjo.” The CD is currently on top of the Billboard Bluegrass Album Chart. Having won a Grammy for his collaboration with Earl Scruggs on “Foggy Mountain Breakdown” in 2001, this will be the accomplished instrumentalist’s first public show in Los Angeles in decades, and follows his recent sold-out performance at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry. More at www.stevemartin.com and www.steepcanyon.com.
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Sun, Nov 1:
7:30 pm “An Evening with KRIS KRISTOFFERSON” at Walt Disney Concert Hall, downtown L.A. In this solo acoustic show, three-time Grammy-winner and Country Music Hall-of-Famer Kris Kristofferson guides his audience through his poignant songs of love and protest, including his classics made famous by Johnny Cash, Janis Joplin, Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. Tix & info at www.LAPhil.com - link to program page, www.laphil.com/tickets/performance_detail.cfm?id=3993
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Tix went on sale Oct 16 at 10 am;
Apr 24 & 25, 2010:
“STAGECOACH: CALIFORNIA’S COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL“ with Nashville big names and LOTS of wonderful roots-Americana artists, returns to Empire Polo Club in Indio.
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Announced so far: MERLE HAGGARD, THE AVETT BROTHERS, DOYLE LAWSON & QUICKSILVER, BAXTER BLACK, STEEL DRIVERS, BJ THOMAS, BOBBY BARE, CHUCK MEAD, MARY GAUTHIER, LITTLE JIMMY DICKENS, BILL ANDERSON, WADDIE MITCHELL & TRAMPLED BY TURTLES, PHIL VASSAR, CARLENE CARTER;
Plus “Mane Stage” Nashville acts:
Keith Urban, Toby Keith, Brooks & Dunn, Sugarland, Billy Currington, Gary Allan, The Oak Ridge Boys;
And:
Jamey Johnson, Ray Price, Joey + Rory, Nick 13, Easton Corbin, Heidi Newfield, and Mallary Hope.
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Weekend passes $99, $499, $799; single day, $79.
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Tix went on sale Sat, Oct 17;
Nov 12:
7 pm HUEY LEWIS & THE NEWS at Club Nokia, L.A. Doors at 7 pm. Tix, $45, $65, $85.
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Updated editions with more (always more -- as we have time to organize all of it), and all the many, many, acoustic music events still to come in OCTOBER and beyond - in and around Los Angeles, plus RADIO SHOWS with live performances of acoustic music available on the web, plus the many acoustic music FESTIVALS, near and far, hither and yon, here, there and everywhere! It’ll all be here, soon.
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Questions? Comments? Contact us at tiedtothetracks@hotmail.com
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copyright (c) © 2009, Larry Wines. All rights reserved.
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The editor still can’t use the computer as his recovery continues to progress from eye surgery - but he does somehow coax a coalition of the willing to keep it all going.
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WANT TO HELP keep the Guide going? Go to http://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2009/10/guide-faqs-and-more.html
to find out HOW!
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