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John McEuen's most recent Southern California show |
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John McEuen, Past-Guest, with Sandy Jacobson at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Matt performed with John McEuen that night. |
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Past-Guest, Matt Cartsonis with Sandy Jacobson at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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At The Roxy for Brian Ray's CD-Release Concert / Party for "This Way Up!" |
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Sandy Jacobson (our Producer) at Brian Ray's CD-Release Party/Concert for his CD "This Way Up!" |
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David is currently working on HIS next release ! |
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Sandy Jacobson ran into another past-guest, David Philps at Brian Ray's CD-Release / Concert Party. |
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Brian Ray performing tracks from his latest CD "This Way Up!" at his CD-Release Concert/Party. |
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"The Dreamcatchers" Wrap Party / Tour. |
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Sandy Jacobson, on The Great Wall of China. |
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"The Dreamcatchers" Wrap Party / Tour. |
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Sandy Jacobson on The Great Wall of China. |
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"The Dreamcatchers" Wrap Party / Tour. |
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Sandy Jacobson on the grounds of The Summer Palace in Beijing. |
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Jam Session at The Forbidden City, Beijing, China |
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Buskers in The Forbidden City, Beijing, China |
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Folk Concert at The Summer Palace, Beijing, China |
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We would like to acknowledge alphabetically, some of the
Southern California venues that present world-class acoustic
music
in an intimate setting:
click on their image to visit their website.
(If we have erroneously omitted anyone, please let us know !)
The photos below are from the
2011 NAMM Show in Anaheim,
where we ran into many
old friends and past guests,
and met some new friends !
Two of our past guests... |
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Keith England, with Ainjel Emme warming up. |
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Keith England (our past guest), Sandy Jacobson, & Ainjel Emme (our past guest). |
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Ainjel Emme performing at The Martin Guitar Booth. |
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Laurence Juber performing at The Martin Guitar Booth. |
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Three of our past guests...Keith, Peter, & Ainjel |
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Keith England, Peter Tork, Sandy Jacobson, & Ainjel Emme. |
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Laurence Juber performing at The Martin Guitar Booth. |
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Laurence Juber (our past guest), Sandy Jacobson, & Peter Tork (our past guest). |
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Peter Tork listening to Ainjel Emme at The Martin Guitar Booth. |
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Peter Tork, (one of our past guests) and Sandy Jacobson |
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The Quarrynen on their recent visit to L.A. |
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The Quarrymen - Len Garry, Colin Hatton, with Sandy Jacobson (our producer), and Rod Davis. |
The Quarrymen-
the band where John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison met...during
their recent "Happy Birthday, John" Tour - their second Southern California visit. We had the privilege of interviewing
them, again, on this visit. The complete story is featured in our next newsletter.
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NEW
BackStage:Los Angeles
DEMO REEL
with excerpts
from selected segments that were hosted by our Creator & Producer, Sandy Jacobson!
This demo reel contains our watermark in it's entirety.
Click here to watch the demo reel.
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Guest, Denny Tedesco (son of Tommy Tedesco-The Wrecking Crew) & Host, Sandy Jacobson in the studio. |
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Denny Tedesco is the producer of the documentary "The Wrecking Crew." |
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Scott Gates, John McEuen, & Nathan McEuen at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Nathan McEuen (Guest), Sandy Jacobson (Host), Elaine Gregston & Chuck Hailes (Guests) in the Studio. |
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World Premier of Frank Zappa's "Joe's Garage" in Hollywood. |
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Florence Hartigan (Guest) with Sandy Jacobson (Host) in the studio. |
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Bob Stane, founder of The Ice House, and owner of The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Links to our guests websites:
The Wrecking Film
John McEuen
Nathan McEuen
Florence Hartigan
The Coffee Gallery BackStage
Evan Marshall
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Our Guest - Evan Marshall, Mandolinist |
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Evan Marshall (Guest) with Sandy Jacobson (Producer) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles |
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New Interview with Bob Stane, owner of
The Coffee Gallery Backstage,
a music venue featuring world-class
singer/songwriter performances.
To see the interview, click on the link below:
UPCOMING
CONCERTS...
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Russ & Julie's House Concerts - Oak Park / Agoura |
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John Batdorf - "One Last Wish" |
Watch John Batdorf's NEW MUSIC VIDEO !
John Batdorf CD-Release Party
- "One
Last Wish" and The Koles (This concert is Sponsored by Ron & Jean Sarfaty) Saturday, December 3, 2011 Russ & Julie's House Concerts 8PM Suggested
Donation $20 Reservations Required
John
Batdorf John Batdorf has survived many careers in one lifetime. Starting with
the 70's as a recording artist with Batdorf and Rodney, and then Silver. John made records and toured this country and
Canada for most of the 70s. He headlined many shows, but as an opening act he got to play with a lot of great groups like
America, Seals and Crofts, Dan Fogelberg, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Fleetwood Mac, The Doobie Brothers, Bread, The Youngbloods,
Hall and Oats, Cheech and Chong, England Dan and John Ford Coley, Pure Prairie League, Harry Chapin, John Prine, Dave Mason,
Kris Kristofferson just to name a few! A great time was had by all. John Batdorf spent the 80's as a staff songwriter writing songs for America, England Dan, The Curry sisters
and Kim Carnes, and as studio singer singing on hundreds of jingles, movies, and TV shows. He sang on four main titles including,
"Doctor, Doctor", "Tom and Jerry Kids", "Garfield and Friends" and "Promised Land".
He sang background vocals on some really great recordings by Rod Stewart, Motley Crue, Dave Mason, Eric Anderson,The Jefferson
Starship, Berlin, Donna Summer, Dwight Yoakum, Boy Meets Girl, Mickey Thomas, Stan Ridgeway, James Lee Stanley, David Lee
Roth, The London Choir Boys to name a few.
John is releasing his third solo CD "One Last Wish" in which
he covers new ground with some of the topics he covers, while returning to the magic, upbeat sound that Batdorf &
Rodney fans have always loved. In addition to his other solo CD's "Home Again" and "Old Man Dreamin'
" John also collaborated with James Lee Stanley on the masterful "All Wood & Stones" CD, which were fresh,
new acoustic arrangements of Rolling Stones songs, and added to the most recent "All Wood & Doors",
with James Lee Stanley and Cliff Eberhardt, and contains fresh, new acoustic arrangements of songs by The Doors, and
features such guest artists as John Densmore, Robby Krieger, Peter Tork, Timothy B. Schmit, Laurence Juber, Scott Breadman,
Paul Barrere, Rick Ruskin, Chad Watson. The Koles Also on the line-up are The Koles - Arlene, Bill, and their daughter Skyeler. The December 2009 issue of Music Connection
Magazine named Arlene Kole in their HOT 100 List of the top live acts in the nation. Bill Kole is an award winning engineer
producer who was distributed by A&M Records in Canada. Skyeler Kole attended the Musicians Institute in Hollywood.
She began singing studio sessions at age 11.
Make Reservations for Concert
More About John Batdorf
More About The Koles
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Arlene Kole's "One Day" CD |
"I just had the privilege of previewing John Batdorf's newest
CD that's in the works...and John just keeps getting better ! This is a finely produced CD, with many of the tracks
containing the same soul as the early Batdorf & Rodney songs like "One Day"...while continuing to be fresh and
new. John explores some new topics, in his usual genuine, articulate, and well-crafted style.
A "must-have" CD !"
-Sandy Jacobson, March 31, 2001-
Sandy Jacobson is the Creator
& Producer of
BackStage:Los Angeles
"L.A.'s REAL Music Interview T.V. Show!"
John Batdorf's New Release "One Last Wish." John also contributed his talents
to the recently released James Lee
Stanley / Cliff Eberhardt "All Wood & Doors" CD, which features the additional talents of
John Densmore, Robby Krieger, Peter
Tork, Timothy B. Schmit, Laurence Juber, Scott Breadman, Paul
Barrere, Rick Ruskin, and Chad Watson on all-acoustic arrangements of songs by The Doors.
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James Lee Stanley / Cliff Eberhardt - "All Wood & Doors" |
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John Batdorf in concert. |
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John Batdorf (Guest), Sandy Jacobson (Producer), & James Lee Stanley (Guest Host) in the studio. |
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John Batdorf's most recent CD "Old Man Dreamin' " |
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John Batdorf's first solo CD, with Mark Rodney playing on some of the tracks. |
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JOHN BATDORF |
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All Acoustic arrangements of Rolling Stones songs. |
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John Batdorf & James Lee Stanley "All Wood & Stones" CD |
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"Still Burnin" - The CD that resulted from the 2007 Batdorf & Rodney Reunion Tour ! |
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Batdorf & Rodney's First Album - |
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The second Batdorf & Rodney album. |
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James Lee Stanley's
Concert Schedule: James has been
out on the road with Cliff Eberhardt, touring their collaborative CD "All Wood &
Doors." This CD features the additional talents of John Densmore, Robby Krieger, Peter Tork,
Timothy B. Schmit, John Batdorf, Laurence Juber, Scott Breadman, Paul Barrere, Rick
Ruskin, and Chad Watson playing on various tracks. James also has a new solo CD "BackStage at The Resurrection."
Saturday, December 3, 2011 All Wood and Doors
w/ James Lee Stanley & Cliff Eberhardt @ Slater-Lunsford Pavillion 2804 Kenwood Ct, Lancaster, CA 93536 (United States)
(661) 478-9039 Set: 7:00 PM Sunday, December 4, 2011 an evening with james lee stanley & cliff eberhardt @ west valley
music center 24424 Vanowen Street, West Hills, CA 91307 818 992 4142 Set: 7:00 PM
Monday, December
5, 2011 All Wood and Doors w/ James Lee Stanley & Cliff Eberhardt @ SOhO Restaurant & Music Club, 1221
State St., Ste. 205, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (United States) - (805) 899-2176 Friday, December 9, 2011 All Wood and Doors w/ James Lee
Stanley & Cliff Eberhardt @ Ghost Ranch Concerts at the Aquatic Center 100
Park Ave and Hwy 95, Lake Havasu City, AZ (United States) - Map 928 461 1443 Set: 7:30 PM Doors:
6:30 PM Tickets: $20 singles couples a better deal, tables a great deal. call. Saturday, December 10, 2011 All Wood and Doors w/ James Lee Stanley & Cliff Eberhardt @ Studio
Live 215 Coffee Pot Dr., Sedona, AZ (United States) -Set: 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 11, 2011 All Wood and Doors w/ James Lee Stanley & Cliff Eberhardt @ Scott Halleck's
Lair contact Scott at scotthallock@cox.net for directions, Phoenix (Fountain Hills), AZ 85268 973-204-8757
NOW AVAILABLE ! The long-awaited CD...
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are joined on this CD by the guest talents of:
More About James Lee Stanley
More About Cliff Eberhardt
Jimbo Ross Bodacious Blues Saturday, December 3rd, 2011 1:00-4:00 PM Fisherman's Village, Marina Del Rey, CA Outdoors in the Lighthouse
Courtyard FREE Free 2-hour parking with any food/beverage purchase Plenty of seating, sun and shade, food and drinks Featuring Jimbo Ross - 5 String Electric Viola & Vocals Michael Sims - Guitar Mo Beeks - Ivories Steve Pandi - Bass & Vocals Greg Alban - Drums
Their last concert of the year ! Come on down, and hear a great blues band
!!! CD's available for purchase. www.bodaciousrecords.com
World-renowned Blues, Jazz,
Rock Violist, and Singer, Jimbo Ross has been mesmerizing audences in a timeless fashion with his creative artistry for three
decades. In the eloquence of Jazz and Blues critic Leonard Feather, "...Jimbo is the only first-rate jazz violist extant!"
Jimbo Ross, performer/composer/arranger/producer, has become a highly acclaimed musician
in the Hollywood Recording Industry and West Coast club scene. His virtuosity, versatility, and reputation have gained him
the respect which puts him in demand to play on infinite recordings, television and feature film scores, live concerts, and
world-wide music festivals. His Progressive/Classic Blues CDs entitled "Jimbo Ross - Steady Rollin Man" and "Jimbo Ross - Driven By The Blues" are self-arranged and self-produced. This unique recording is deep-down in the Blues,
with R&B and Soul overtones, to create a sound of it's own. Jimbo
sings with committed, soulful blues passion, and plays Electric Viola with blazing virtuosic fire never heard before, transporting
his listeners with him into blues bliss. | As a session player Jimbo's credits
include: Aerosmith Affrimation (core member) Christina Aguilera American
Idol Band Tori Amos Paul Anka Babyface Burt Bacharach The Band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Bobby
Blue Bland Shirley Bassey Tony Bennett David Benoit George Benson Beyonce Michael Bolton Michael Buble Bush Cab Calloway Miriah Carey Ray Charles Natalie Cole Harry Connick Jr. Ry Cooder Coolio (The Grammy's) Chick Corea Sheryl Crow Roger Daltry Sammy Davis Jr. Neil
Diamond Celine Dion Dixie Chicks Bob Dylan Earth, Wind & Fire Teddy Edwards Don Ellis Orchestra
(Featured Soloist) | Ella
Fitzgerald Peter Frampton Aretha Franklin David Foster Richard Greene Greenstring Quartet (core member) Josh Grobin Dave Grusin Shirley Horn Whitney Houston Michael Jackson Etta James JAMIRIQUAI Dr. Jazz (core member) Dr. John Elton John Alisha Keys Dave Koz Diana Krall Patti LaBelle Queen Latifah Jeremy Lubbock Carmen Lundy Johnny Mandell Chuck Mangione Eric Marienthal Johnny
Mathis Martina McBride Jesse McCartney Bill Medley Metallica Luis Miguel Marcus Miller Ricky
Minor Moody Blues Maria Muldar Randy Newman The Ojays Roy Orbison Renee Olstead Van Dyke
Parks | Joel Pelletier Steve Perry Page & Plant Tour Queenryche Lou Rawls Smokey Robinson Kenny Rogers Gavin
Rossdale Jimmy Scott Diane Shuur Frank Sinatra Frank Sinatra Duets Rod Stewart Unplugged Swing
Street (core member) Barbara Streisand Donna Summer Toad The Wet Sprocket Peter Townsend Sarah Vaughan Rufus Wainwright Jennifer Warnes Brian Wilson Stevie Wonder Led Zeppelin and
countless others ... |
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BackStage:Los Angeles
would like to Congratulate Amber Rubarth on her GREAT NEWS !
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Amber Rubarth's NEW CD - "A Common Case of Disappearing" |
A Message From Amber Rubarth: CARNEGIE HALL with JASON MRAZ.
Holy yes.
November 23. Thanksgiving's Eve. 11-23-11.
Forever engrained as one of the most magical days of my life. Jason Mraz invited
me to be his special guest at Carnegie Hall. Sold out. Tiers and tiers of beautiful people, dressed to the nines.
A beautiful reverence in the air.
I
have a lot of dreams in my life. This was a big one come true. Singing with Jason Mraz in a cardboard box would be spectacular, singing with him at Carnegie
Hall was top of the tree. Or more like floating in outer space. Best Thanksgiving gift ever. I am soaked
in gratitude.
My favorite moment was singing
our new movie love song "Rated Ours" together unplugged at the old timey microphone. I am so grateful,
still glowing.
Here's a VIDEO (thank
you!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRLs-KawDZE
EAST COAST ALBUM RELEASE CONCERTS
Four album release concerts for my new album "A
Common Case of Disappearing" this next week!!! With special guests! Come out and grab
some albums for stocking stuffers!
12/6
CAMBRIDGE, MA @
Club Passim. 8pm / All Ages. Special guests TALL HEIGHTS. Buy Tickets.
12/7
NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA @
Burlap & Bean. 8pm / All Ages. Special guest DAVE EGGAR. Buy Tickets.
12/9
NEW YORK, NY @ Rockwood Music Hall. 9:30pm / 21+ Buy Tickets.
12/11 LONDONDERRY, NH @ Tupelo Music Hall. 7pm / All Ages. Special guests DAVE EGGAR and JAY NASH! Buy Tickets.
When Sunday, February 19, 2012
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Rd., Woodland Hills, CA 91364. Advance tix buyers will
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Zoey's Cafe - Ventura's Premier Dining & Concert Venue. |
Hey
Hey, It’s...The Monkees reformation
The original
TV boyband are back together for their first UK tour in 12 years. British-born Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz and Peter Tork return
to perform in front of their British fans.
The Monkees,
responsible for some of the biggest hits of the 60s, will be touring the length of the country including a memorable show
at the legendary Royal Albert Hall in London.
The original
TV boy band are the example to all those who have since found musical fame via television. The Monkees wrote the script for
modern day pop music.
Selling
50 million records with hits such as Daydream Believer, Last Train to Clarksville, I’m a Believer and (I’m Not
Your) Steppin’ Stone, The Monkees provided the soundtrack to teenage lives on both sides of the Atlantic from the ‘60s
onwards. With the TV series being repeated throughout the 1980s, a whole new legion of fans were exposed to their crazy antics.
Controversially
created for TV, they eventually broke their shackles and became a respected band in their own right, embedded in the revolutionary
1960s pop fraternity. The Beatles were one of The Monkees’ biggest supporters with John Lennon naming them “the
Marx Brothers of Rock”. In fact in 1967, The Monkees outsold both The Beatles and The Rolling Stones combined.
Following
the TV show, the band went on to tour the world, release hit albums and singles, make a cult psychedelic, surreal film (1968’s
Head) and inspire generations of bands to follow their winning formula.
Without
The Monkees, there would be no Backstreet Boys, no Take That, no Boyzone, no Busted and no JLS. Even the Sex Pistols made
(I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone part of their repertoire.
To
clear up unfinished Monkee Business, don’t miss your chance to see the seminal TV show band ‘sing and play’
as The Monkees celebrate over four decades at the top, on tour in the UK this May.
The Monkees UK Tour dates:
May 12th Liverpool Echo Arena
May 24th Manchester Apollo
May 15th Newcastle City Hall
May 16th Glasgow Clyde Auditorium
May 19th London Royal Albert Hall
May 20th Sheffield City Hall
May 21st Birmingham NIA Academy
May 23rd Plymouth Pavillions
May 24th Cardiff CIAgoodma
May 25th Nottingham Royal Centre
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At the 40th Anniversary Screening of
The Monkees film "Head"
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Chip Douglas, Bobby Hart, & Peter Tork at the 40th Anniversary Screening of The Monkees film "Head." |
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After the concert at the 2010 NAMM Festival. |
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Sandy Jacobson, Co-Author of The Monkees Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Petition, with Peter Tork. |
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For details and photos from the
Brian Ray CD-Release Party,
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Click Here to Attend ! |
Click on CD-Release Poster, to attend !
Award winning songwriter, singer and musician Brian Ray, best known
as the ultimate sideman guitarist and bassist for Paul McCartney, takes a step out front in the spotlight and releases his
second solo album "This Way Up".
Tracks on the album include the single "I Found You", written by Brian Ray and Oliver
Leiber (son of Jerry Leiber of Leiber & Stoller). The song features a guitar marching band with approximately 40 guitars
"having a guitar tantrum", along with a big marching drum beat. Notably the song also features some of Ray’s rock star
pals: Scott Shriner (of Weezer), drums and bass by Pete Thomas and Davey Faragher (of Elvis Costello’s band) and Adam
MacDougal (of The Black Crows) on wild Wurlitzer piano.
The second single "Happy Ending" is a modern rock, post sexual revolution, where
the hell are we now? kind of song. "It’s about a guy trolling the internet, hooking up, finding ‘her’, then
discovering that HE wants more than just a casual fling, while SHE smiles and slips out the door."
"This Way Up" was recorded and mixed by Joe Zook (Weezer, OneRepublic, Pink, Leona
Lewis) and produced by Brian Ray. |
Track Listing
1. Happy Ending
2. Saturday In The Sun
3. I Found You
4. Hello Lonely
5. Let's Fall Apart
6. This Way Up
7. Rearview
8. Camouflage
9. Very Happy Song
10. Hey Miranda
11. Under The Sun
Release Date: 9th August 2010
CD
available from:
brianray.com (worldwide,
with bonus material)
Amazon.com
cdBaby.com
Digital available from:
brianray.com (worldwide,
with bonus material)
iTunes US
Amazon MP3 US
and other major digital retailers |
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Brian Ray's
NEW CD
"This Way Up!" is
NOW available...
Brian Ray
Purchase "This Way Up!"
Listen to "I Found You"
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Review for The Quarrymen in concert, with the screening of "Nowhere Boy" at The Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood on September
30, 2010.
For a review of this event, please visit the Concert Review page of
this site listed above.
The Quarrymen
the band that Paul McCartney and John Lennon met in will be
in Los Angeles
on September 30th, during their second U.S. tour!
THE QUARRYMEN The "Happy Birthday John!" Tour September/October 2010
The Quarrymen are touring America this Fall to celebrate the 70th birthday of their
old childhood friend and former band-mate, John Lennon. Their "Happy Birthday John!" Tour will see them perform 16 shows in
just 17 days! Not even the Beatles in their touring heyday performed with such intensity! The first 15
of their shows will feature the band in a unique double-bill with special sneak previews of the new John Lennon biopic "Nowhere
Boy".
The final show of their tour will take place in New York City on Saturday October
9th - the exact 70th birthday of John Lennon. That will be a very special concert only (no film screening) with multiple guest
stars to be announced soon. Check back regularly. Or send an email to be placed on the info list for this concert.
The tour dates are listed below. Click on the venue name for further information
and tickets. If there is no link yet - it will be added as soon as the venue posts the information.
THE TOUR
The Quarrymen during their first U.S. Tour !!! |
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Colin Hanton, Sandy Jacobson, Rod Davis, & Len Garry. |
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On location for our interview with The Quarrymen. |
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Rod Davis, Len Garry, Sandy Jacobson, & Colin Hanton. |
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Cliff Eberhardt |
Cliff
Eberhardt
Friday,
February 25
The
Coffee Gallery Backstage
8:00
P.M. Tickets: $15
RESERVATIONS
REQUIRED - 1-626-794-2424
The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena, CA.
Red House recording artist Cliff Eberhardt knew by age seven that he was going to be a singer
and songwriter. As a child Cliff taught himself to play guitar, piano, base and drums. In his teens Eberhardt was fortunate
enough to live close to the Main Point (one of the best folk clubs on the East Coast), he cut his teeth listening to the likes
of James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Bruce Springsteen, Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Bonnie Raitt, and Mississippi John Hurt - receiving
an early and impressive tutorial in acoustic music. At the same time, he was also listening to great pop songwriters like
Cole Porter, the Gershwins, and Rodgers and Hart, which explain his penchant for great melodies and clever lyrical twists. www.cliffeberhardt.net
A
driving force of the Greenwich Village New Folk movement and well known among his peers, Cliff’s songs have been covered
by the likes of Richie Havens, Buffy St. Marie, Erasure, Lucy Kaplansky and the folk superstar band "Cry, Cry, Cry" (Dar Williams,
Richard Shindell, Lucy Kaplansky). He has raving good quotes from
People
Magazine, Seattle Post Intelligencer, The Boston Phoenix, The New York Post,
Berkshire
Eagle, and many more. He is a well respected musical force.
James
Lee Stanley will be joining Cliff on a few songs, as they preview their new CD "All Wood and Doors" - a follow-up to "All
Wood and Stones" and is an acoustic rendition of Doors songs, with two of the original Doors playing on the CD.
James
has a new solo CD
"BackStage
at The Resurrection" - and it's another gem !
BELOW ARE SOME OF THE ARTISTS' LINKS IN
ALPHABETICAL ORDER.
Ainjel Emme
Ainjel Emme
at Genghis Cohen
Wednesday,
April 20th, 8:00 PM
740 N. Fairfax
Ave., Los Angeles
323-653-0640
More About Ainjel:
Ainjel Emme (pronounced
"angel em")
Known primarily
as a recording artist and songwriter, Ainjel Emme is also an accomplished guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, drummer and producer.
Ainjel is a self-taught, DIY artist. She writes her own songs and covers the majority of instrumental / production duties on her solo recordings. Her
debut album, Heartache Is Boring, was independently produced and released in October 2003 and received critical acclaim ["Shimmers with art and soul" - BUST Magazine (Spring 2004), "Hits the mark right out of the chute" - The Austin Chronicle, (October 2003)]. It made Top 10 CDs of the Year in 2003 at KUT 90.5 FM in Austin, TX and received
regular airplay on KUT and KOOP 91.7 FM. Only 1000 copies of the album were ever manufactured. The CD went out of print in
2006, but is still available digitally through iTunes and other online retailers. Used copies of the disc have been known
to fetch up to $100 on sites like eBay and Amazon.com.
Ainjel independently studied audio production and graphic design, performed as a drummer / percussionist
with art-rock outfit MASS Ensemble at Lollapalooza and Coachella in 2006, contributed guitar and vocals to the debut album for Maynard James Keenan's side-project, Puscifer in 2007, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard independent charts; guest appeared as the singing
voice of Hello Kitty on the first-ever music CD for the Sanrio icon (Hello World, 2007), gigged as an accompanist and session vocalist,
and toured internationally with all-girl AC/DC tribute Whole Lotta Rosies on rhythm guitar.
Her sophomore record, Everyone Is Beautiful, was released on January 11th, 2011.
Performance Video of Ainjel Emme
Bob Cheevers
Boulevard Music
Brian Ray
Caffe Bella
Camp Freddy
Chelsea Williams
Chip Douglas
Ellis Paul
Evan Marshall
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Evan Marshall, plays with Riders of The Purple Sage. |
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Our Guest - Evan Marshall, Mandolinist |
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Evan Marshall (Guest) with Sandy Jacobson (Producer) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles |
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Evan Marshall - Mr. Solo Mandolin |
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Evan Marshall - Billy Tell & Vanilla Schubert |
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Evan Marshall - A Mandolin for Christmas |
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Fertitta & McClintock
Florence Hartigan
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Florence Hartigan is a past-guest of BackStage:Los Angeles |
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Florence Hartigan in the BackStage:Los Angeles studio with Sandy Jacobson (Producer). |
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Genghis Cohen (VENUE)
Huck Finn Jubilee
James Lee Stanley
Jason Farnham
Jason Farnhan (keyboardist) at the First Star's Celebration Benefit @ The Wilshire Ebell, June 7th.
Jimbodacious Band (Jimbo Ross)
World-renowned Blues, Jazz, Rock Violist, and Singer, Jimbo Ross has been mesmerizing audences
in a timeless fashion with his creative artistry for three decades. In the eloquence of Jazz and Blues critic Leonard Feather,
"...Jimbo is the only first-rate jazz violist extant!"
Jimbo Ross, performer/composer/arranger/producer, has become a highly acclaimed musician in the Hollywood Recording Industry
and West Coast club scene. His virtuosity, versatility, and reputation have gained him the respect which puts him in demand
to play on infinite recordings, television and feature film scores, live concerts, and world-wide music festivals.
His Progressive/Classic Blues CDs entitled "Jimbo Ross - Steady Rollin Man" and "Jimbo Ross - Driven By The Blues" are self-arranged and self-produced. This unique recording is deep-down in the Blues, with R&B
and Soul overtones, to create a sound of it's own.
Jimbo sings with committed, soulful blues passion, and plays Electric Viola with blazing virtuosic fire never heard before,
transporting his listeners with him into blues bliss. |
As a session player Jimbo's credits include:
Aerosmith Affrimation (core member) Christina Aguilera American
Idol Band Tori Amos Paul Anka Babyface Burt Bacharach The Band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Bobby Blue Bland Shirley
Bassey Tony Bennett David Benoit George Benson Beyonce Michael Bolton Michael Buble Bush Cab Calloway Miriah
Carey Ray Charles Natalie Cole Harry Connick Jr. Ry Cooder Coolio (The Grammy's) Chick Corea Sheryl Crow Roger
Daltry Sammy Davis Jr. Neil Diamond Celine Dion Dixie Chicks Bob Dylan Earth, Wind & Fire Teddy
Edwards Don Ellis Orchestra (Featured Soloist) |
Ella Fitzgerald Peter Frampton Aretha Franklin David
Foster Richard Greene Greenstring Quartet (core member) Josh Grobin Dave Grusin Shirley Horn Whitney Houston Michael
Jackson Etta James JAMIRIQUAI Dr. Jazz (core member) Dr. John Elton John Alisha Keys Dave Koz Diana
Krall Patti LaBelle Queen Latifah Jeremy Lubbock Carmen Lundy Johnny Mandell Chuck Mangione Eric Marienthal Johnny
Mathis Martina McBride Jesse McCartney Bill Medley Metallica Luis Miguel Marcus Miller Ricky Minor Moody
Blues Maria Muldar Randy Newman The Ojays Roy Orbison Renee Olstead Van Dyke Parks |
Joel Pelletier Steve Perry Page & Plant Tour Queenryche Lou
Rawls Smokey Robinson Kenny Rogers Gavin Rossdale Jimmy Scott Diane Shuur Frank Sinatra Frank Sinatra
Duets Rod Stewart Unplugged Swing Street (core member) Barbara Streisand Donna Summer Toad The Wet Sprocket Peter
Townsend Sarah Vaughan Rufus Wainwright Jennifer Warnes Brian Wilson Stevie Wonder Led Zeppelin
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John Batdorf
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John Batdorf in concert. |
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John Batdorf (Guest), Sandy Jacobson (Producer), & James Lee Stanley (Guest Host) in the studio. |
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James Lee Stanley in concert. |
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John Batdorf's most recent CD "Old Man Dreamin' " |
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All Acoustic arrangements of Rolling Stones songs. |
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John Batdorf & James Lee Stanley "All Wood & Stones" CD |
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James Lee Stanley's New CD - Backstage At The Resurrection |
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John McEuen
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Scott Gates, John McEuen, & Nathan McEuen at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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John McEuen (Guest) with Michael Sunday (Host) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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Scott Gates with John McEuen at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Michael Sunday (Host), Sandy Jacobson (Producer), with Matt Cartsonis (Guest) outside the studio. |
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John McEuen
JOHN
McEUEN at The Coffee Gallery Backstage
Tuesday,
February 22nd at 8:00P.M.
$20
RESERVATIONS
REQUIRED - 1-626-794-2424
John, a
founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, McEuen is often called America's instrumental poet... his stellar playing brings
us musical photographs from his travels around the world..." (Country Weekly) as he brings to the Coffee
Gallery his guitar, banjo, mandolin, and fiddle to create "An absolute aural feast" (Billboard Magazine) with his "...thouroghly
wacky and enjoyable performance" (Washington Post). This time he will be all alone showing what the solo John McEuen is all
about. His NGDB started in Pasadena, with their first hit on KRLA in 1967 kicking off a music career
that has taken John to over 4,000 different venues. Although a SoCal native, it has been said this innovator in Country Rock
and Folk (he instigated the famous Will the Circle Be Unbroken album) has also created "...some of the most deft
and impeccably tasteful music to come out of Nashville" (Chicago Tribune). www.johnmceuen.com will tell all, and if you go to this show, you will be telling many the next
day "you should've been there!" Plus...'with his buddy in music, Matt Cartsonis..
mandolin/guitar/ and incredible vocals.. check out Matts extensive career at mattcartsonis.com Matt and John both need this night out to play their favorite
music.
Joining John and Matt, also, is CRAIG
EASTMAN, a true genius on the fiddle and its cousins. He's an innovator and melodist on one of the great instruments
says Steve Martin. Craig worked with Steve Martin on Steve's latest musical triumphs
and
TV shows. Played with Ray Charles, Sheryl Crow, Rickie Lee Jones, John Jorgenson, Bill Bob Thornton and Dennie Quaid and that
is only a partial list. The guy is a champion and you can see him tomorrow night with 2 other champions.
John
earned a Grammy in 2010 as Producer on Steve Martin's most recent CD "The Crow."
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John McEuen's most recent Southern California show |
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John McEuen, Past-Guest, with Sandy Jacobson at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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John McEuen (Guest) with Michael Sunday (Host) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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Matt performed with John McEuen that night. |
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Past-Guest, Matt Cartsonis with Sandy Jacobson at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Michael Sunday (Host), Sandy Jacobson (Producer), with Matt Cartsonis (Guest) outside the studio. |
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at TYPHOON Tuesday, April 26 at 8:00pm 3221
Donald Douglas Loop S Santa Monica
(310)
390-6565 Dinner Reservations highly recommended.
"I first
heard Johnny Crawford's orchestra at a Gala event at The Getty...and subsequently attended their regular performances
at The Atlas Supper Club awhile back. I continue to try to attend their events whenever possible, as Johnny IS a showman,
and the orchestra is amazing. The last time I saw them at Typhoon, listening to them, with the view of the planes taking
off and landing, I felt like I'd found myself in the middle of "Casablanca." A VERY enjoyable evening !" -Sandy Jacobson-
More info on Johnny Crawford at Typhoon Restaurant
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In addition to playing "Mark", the son of "Luke" (Chuck Connors)
on The Rifleman, which is currently airing at 6:00AM on Saturdays on AMC, Johnny was also one of the original Mouseketeers
on The Mickey Mouse Club.
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Jonathon McEuen
About Jonathon McEuen: The
son of well-known rock star banjo picker, John McEuen, Jonathan McEuen was born to sing and play. Good genes and a star-studded
extended musical family definitely work to his advantage – Crowds respond enthusiastically to Jonathan’s extraordinary
voice and guitar playing whenever he performs. Jonathan has always known life on the road – first by playing guitar
and singing with his family, as well as singing background and playing guitar for other world class artists including Dwight
Yoakam, Dave Mason, and Robben Ford, to name a few. Co-fronting his own band with cousin Jamie Hanna (son of Jeff Hanna from
the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band), he was signed to the major record label MCA Nashville, (a division of Universal
Music Group). That experience confirmed he was ready to move forward and create music outside the confines of his influences
or a specific genre. Jonathan has performed on Jay Leno, at the Grand Ol’ Opry, and at Red Rocks in Colorado. Though
Jonathan’s tremendous skill on guitar is clear, playing music without limitations is his commitment. He enjoys crossing
genre lines and breaking molds by fusing musical traditions in his own, inspired way. Armed with a quick wit and personal
charm, Jonathan moves fluidly in and out of folk, rock and bluegrass/country influences, making delightfully eclectic music
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Jonathon McEuen in concert. |
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Jonathon McEuen, Nathan McEuen, & John McEuen. |
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Jonathon McEuen and Scott Gates in concert. |
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Keith England
Kenny Schick
Kulak's Woodshed (VENUE)
LACMA Summer Latin Jazz Series
Laurence Juber
Lauri Burns
Matt Cartsonis
McCabe's Guitar Shop
Michael McLean
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Scott Gates, John McEuen, & Nathan McEuen at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Elaine Gregston (left), Nathan McEuen (center) with Scott Gates (right). |
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Nathan McEuen & Scott Gates at The Huck Finn Festival. |
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Michael Sunday (Host), Scott Gates & Mike Nadolson (Guests) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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One the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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Nathan McEuen (Guest), Sandy Jacobson (Guest-Host), Elaine Gregston, & Chuck Hailes (Guests). |
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Elaine Gregston, Nathan McEuen, and Chuck Hailes (Guests) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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Oak & Gorski
Oak & Gorski
are getting ready to tour in Asia, for the month of October,
then returning to Southern California to release their new CD "Love Destroyer."
Visit their website, to learn how YOU can be part of this project
The summer of 2010 is upon us and Oak and Gorski are about to embark on their tenth
national tour of colleges and venues. Described by Billboard Magazine as “soulful” and “calming”,
Oak and Gorski have sold over 30,000 albums independently. Together they have had a song placed in the Dreamworks film
“She’s the Man” along with many notable television performances and song placements. In July, Oak
and Gorski traveled to Nashville, TN to record their newest EP entitled “Love Destroyer”, which will be released
in December 2010.
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Greetings!
Week 1 of our Kickstarter fundraising campaign is over and we are overwhelmed with your support! We are
36% to our goal at $3,570. If you haven't checked out the video and site yet please take a moment and click the widget
below! If you pre-order the album at Kickstarter it will be autographed and arrive at your door 2 weeks before the official
street release date. We have to keep this pace in order to achieve our goal in 3 weeks so please keep spreading the
word!
"Love Destroyer" will be officially released on December 14, 2010! Here
is the track listing for the EP: 1. If I Could Tell You 2. Mountains 3. New York 4. Love Destroyer 5. Burn
the Bridge
Thank you so much for your continued support! Please
keeping spreading the word!!! Ken & Ed Oak & Gorski
Cello Rock Records
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UPCOMING SHOWS |
10/12/10, Singapore TAB 8pm
10/13/10, Singapore TAB 8pm 10/14/10, Singapore TAB 8pm 10/15/10, Singapore TAB 8pm 10/16/10, Singapore TAB 8pm 10/17/10, Singapore TAB 8pm |
Special
thanks to all our Kickstarter supporters so far!!!
Angela, Victoria, Pk, Leigh, Emily, Louise, Amanda, Robert, Kye,
Melissa, Linda, Tajita, Peter, Amanda, Rosalee, Shawna, Daniel, Coby, Chrysanthy, David, Melissa, Elaine, Kris, Ted, Eddie,
Dennis, Kevin, Anita, Tyler, Amanda, Osvaldo, Jade, Laurel, Jose, Yuka, Ryan, Andria, Andy, Andy, Keats, Siming, Gregory,
Chris, Roberta, Laren, Joanne, Jennifer, Stephen, Chrissy, Bob, Jimmy, Trina, Mina, Hatty, Tracy, Brenda, Jessica, Christina,
Leslie, Sarah, Michael, Christy, Douglas, and Anne!
You guys are incredible and we
appreciate your support so much!
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Photo by Melissa Castro. |
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Photo by Melissa Castro. |
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Peter Tork
Pi
Riders of The Purple Sage
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Cody Bryant & Riders of The Purple Sage. |
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Evan Marshall, plays with Riders of The Purple Sage. |
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Our Guest - Evan Marshall, Mandolinist |
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Evan Marshall (Guest) with Sandy Jacobson (Producer) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles |
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Robert Morgan Fisher
Russ & Julie's House Concerts
Click Here to watch the Russ & Julie interview on BackStage:Los Angeles
Guest - Russ & Julie's House Concerts |
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Pictured - Julie, Russ, and Sandy Jacobson (producer & guest-host). |
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Click on image to visit Russ & Julie's House Concerts Web Site. |
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Guest - Russ & Julie's House Concerts |
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Pictured - Julie, Russ, and Sandy Jacobson (producer & guest host). |
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Sawdust Arts Festival
Scott Gates
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Scott Gates, John McEuen, & Nathan McEuen at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Elaine Gregston (left), Nathan McEuen (center) with Scott Gates (right). |
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Nathan McEuen & Scott Gates at The Huck Finn Festival. |
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Michael Sunday (Host), Scott Gates & Mike Nadolson (Guests) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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One the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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Nathan McEuen (Guest), Sandy Jacobson (Guest-Host), Elaine Gregston, & Chuck Hailes (Guests). |
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Elaine Gregston, Nathan McEuen, and Chuck Hailes (Guests) on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
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The Wimberly Bluegrass Band |
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Scott Sechman
Scott Sechman
A Brief History...
Scott Sechman has been a mainstay
on the Orange County music scene for over 25 years, moving to California in 1979. Scott began his musical career in
Virginia in 1968, moving to Maryland in 1970 and landing in Tucson, Arizona in ’73. In Tucson, he put together a series
of bands that performed original material culminating with Loose Boots, whose 1978 album featured songs written by Scott.
After relocating in Southern
Cal, Scott continued to play in bands and became known for his expressive vocal style and solid guitar playing, eventually
securing a temporary position as lead guitarist with ‘60s / ‘70s hit-makers The Grass Roots in 1997. Over the
years Scott’s bands have opened for or backed up a plethora of nationally and internationally known artists including
Tom Rush, Al Wilson, Bill Medley, The Coasters, The Marvelettes and others too numerous to mention.
Since 2000, Scott has shifted
to an acoustic format that has allowed listeners to focus on his vocals (which have drawn comparisons to the likes of Joe
Cocker, Bob Segar, Eric Clapton and Howlin’ Wolf).
When he’s not doing work
as a solo artist, he teams up with some of The O.C.’s finest players in duo, trio and band formats including Guitar
ace Danny Ott (Chris Gaffney’s Cold Hard Facts), Jamie Browning (Righteous Brothers, Orleans, Bill Medley), Don Preston
(Leon Russell, Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs and Englishmen) and keyboard whiz Dave James (Boy Howdy).
Scott
can currently be found at various venues in the O.C./L.A. area.
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One of Orange County's finest acoustic trios. |
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Scott Sechman at Muldoon's in Orange County. |
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Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin
Saturday, May 21st - 7:30pm Bettman& Halpin / Evan Marshall co-bill Living Traditions Concert Series Anaheim
Downtown Community Center 250 E Center St, Anaheim CA 714-765-4500 $11 members / $14 non-members
This
Sunday,May 22nd -
Kids show @ 1:15pm
Adult show @ 3pm
Heritage Museum Music Festival
Stephanie Bettman has been described as a triple
threat. An accomplished writer, her songs are infused with
wit and wisdom. As a vocalist, she has drawn comparisons to such legendary singers
as Emmylou Harris, Joan Baez and Alison Krauss. Meanwhile, her fiddling, which
combines elements of bluegrass and jazz, is filled with influences from such
masters as Stephane Grappelli, Byron Berline and Johnny Gimble.
Luke Halpin is a renowned multi-instrumentalist
who draws inspiration from the likes of Sam Bush, Mark O’Connor and Tony Rice. A dynamic vocalist himself,
Halpin has worked the stages with the likes of Merle Haggard, Lone Star and The Steve Miller Band.
As a duo, Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin create a fully acoustic, delightfully eclectic sound that
is far greater than the sum of it's parts. Together they weave a spell
that takes the audience from up tempo down home fiddlin', to soulful sorrowful
ballads, to super hooky folk/pop such as "I Just Wanna Love You": a track off
their most recent release (which has reached the #5 spot on Folk DJ Charts with
a #3 Song). You will be singing along despite yourself. Their hooks and lyrics
will stick with you long after the concert is over and leave you looking forward
to the next time.
Touring together since Bettman released her acclaimed Get
Close To Me (which hit the #8 spot on the Folk DJ Charts), the duo has been recognized
invarious Regional and National competitions, including Grand Prize Winners in
the 2008 So Cal Live Acoustic Music Competition and Winners of the 2007Topanga Banjo / Fiddle Contest, as well as being named in Music Connection’s Top 25 New Music Critiques of 2008.
Promo Video clip of
Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin.
Click Here to View !
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It All Comes Back To Love CD |
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Get Close To Me CD |
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TONIGHT AT THE COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE
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Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin at the following venues:
Friday, May 13, 2011 |
Bettman & Halpin in concert @ Musica Del Rio Atascadero, CA 10 miles South of Pa (United States) - Map
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Set: 8:00 PM All Ages
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Tickets: $15 |
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Sunday, May 15, 2011 |
Bettman & Halpin in concert @ Netzley House Concert Escondido, CA 92025 (United
States) - Map 760 746-8225 |
Set: 3:00 PM All Ages
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011 |
Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin @ Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N Lake Dr, Altadena, CA 91001 (United States) -
Map (626) 794 2424 |
Set: 8:00 PM Doors: 7:30 PM All Ages
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Tickets: $18 |
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Sunday, May 22, 2011 |
Heritage Museum Music Festival @ Bettman & Halpin 3101 West Harvard St, Santa Ana, CA 92704 (United States) - Map
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Set: 1:15 PM All Ages
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Sunday, May 22, 2011 |
Heritage Museum Music Festival @ Bettman & Halpin 3101 West Harvard St, Santa Ana, CA (United States) - Map
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Set: 3:00 PM All Ages
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Stephanie Bettman has been described as a triple
threat. An accomplished writer, her songs are infused with
wit and wisdom. As a vocalist, she has drawn comparisons to such legendary singers
as Emmylou Harris, Joan Baez and Alison Krauss. Meanwhile, her fiddling, which
combines elements of bluegrass and jazz, is filled with influences from such
masters as Stephane Grappelli, Byron Berline and Johnny Gimble.
Luke Halpin is a renowned multi-instrumentalist
who draws inspiration from the likes of Sam Bush, Mark O’Connor and Tony Rice. A dynamic vocalist himself,
Halpin has worked the stages with the likes of Merle Haggard, Lone Star and The Steve Miller Band.
As a duo, Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin create a fully acoustic, delightfully eclectic sound that
is far greater than the sum of it's parts. Together they weave a spell
that takes the audience from up tempo down home fiddlin', to soulful sorrowful
ballads, to super hooky folk/pop such as "I Just Wanna Love You": a track off
their most recent release (which has reached the #5 spot on Folk DJ Charts with
a #3 Song). You will be singing along despite yourself. Their hooks and lyrics
will stick with you long after the concert is over and leave you looking forward
to the next time.
Touring together since Bettman released her acclaimed Get
Close To Me (which hit the #8 spot on the Folk DJ Charts), the duo has been recognized
invarious Regional and National competitions, including Grand Prize Winners in
the 2008 So Cal Live Acoustic Music Competition and Winners of the 2007Topanga Banjo / Fiddle Contest, as well as being named in Music Connection’s Top 25 New Music Critiques of 2008.
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It All Comes Back To Love CD |
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Stephanie Bettman & Luke Halpin.
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Get Close To Me CD |
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Tangier Restaurant
Ted & Pablo
The Coach House
The Coffee Gallery Backstage
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
The House of Blues
The Johnny Hawthorn Band
Monday, May 9th - 8:30 PM
Tickets: $7.53 ($5 + $2.53 Service Charge)
at St. Rock
142 Pacific Coast Highway
Hermosa Beach, CA
Before Michael Sunday hosted many of the segments of our show, he was an accomplished Bass Guitarist.
He will be performing with The Johnny Hawthorn Band this Monday night! Come on down and say "Hi!"
Buy tickets here !
Watch video of The Johnny Hawthorn Band performing "Shadow Man."
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The Johnny Hawthorn Band, with Michael Sunday. |
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Johnny Hawthorn |
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The Roxy (VENUE)
The Quarrymen
The Quarrymen during their first U.S. Tour !!! |
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Colin Hanton, Sandy Jacobson, Rod Davis, & Len Garry. |
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On location for our interview with The Quarrymen. |
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Rod Davis, Len Garry, Sandy Jacobson, & Colin Hanton. |
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The Wimberley Bluegrass Band
The Wimberley Bluegrass Band is a talented
group of siblings, ranging in age from 12-17, whose passion is old-fashioned bluegrass music. Danielle, James, Mark,
and Michael were not content to just listen to the music, but taught themselves to play the acoustic instruments that make
up their band. Their mutual goal is to keep alive the bluegrass music like that of Bill Monroe, Ricky Skaggs, and Flatt
& Scruggs. They have played at various festivals throughout California, and moste recently performed at The Silver
Dollar City in Branson, MO, and at the Winter NAMM 2011.
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We Five
WE
FIVE Up Close and Acoustic Saturday,
March 26, 2010 The
Fret House 309
N Citrus Ave,
Covina, California 91723 Time: 8:00 P.M.
Best known for their million selling hit "YOU WERE ON MY MIND," WE FIVE brings their special mix of powerful, folk-flavored vocals, and an array of 6 and 12-string guitars, banjo,
mandolin and other surprises to the Fret House on Saturday, March 26th.
WE FIVE, first of the seminal 60’s
bands to record hits in San Francisco, was Grammy-nominated
for Best Performance By A Vocal Group in 1965. The group has appeared on top TV shows like Shindig, Hullabaloo and the PBS
My Music Series, and played in classic concert venues like the Greek Theater and the Hollywood Bowl. Led by founding member,
Jerry Burgan, and lead singer, Debbie Burgan, We Five’s excellent musicianship has been amazing audiences for over 4
decades. The show features material from their 6 albums and includes all of their best known songs like You Were On My Mind,
Cast Your Fate To The Wind, and the original hit recording of (Let’s) Get Together.
We Five’s performance covers a full spectrum of sounds from whisper quiet folk
songs, to power ballads and folk rock standards. Laced with tales of the road and a tip of the hat to some of their contemporaries,
it is always a fresh and totally entertaining experience—and the Fret House is a perfect place to see and hear them
up close and personal in
an intimate environment.
The Covina showroom will be full, so get your tickets early. The Fret House
Their amazing
keyboard player, Jimmy Dunn, has moved back to Southern California making it possible for him to join them at smaller
local venues so they’ll be doing an Up Close & Acoustic show with just the 5-piece band in the intimate
showroom at:
The
Fret House Saturday March 26, 2011 309 N Citrus Ave Covina, CA 91723 (800)
238-3738 (Bet-Fret) ________________
For
those who want the full We Five Folk Rock Revival experience in a concert hall with a video pre-show
and multi-media backdrops, Tom Murray will be joining them on drums in Ramona at the Charles Nunn Performing
Arts Center
Saturday April 9, 2011 For
Ticket Information Contact: Ramona Concert Association PO Box 1273 Ramona CA 92065 (760) 789-7474
Click HERE to Preview WE FIVE in concert !
Click Here to visit the WE FIVE page on this site.
The Wrecking Crew
ADDITIONAL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SCREENING DATES !
UPCOMING
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SCREENINGS OF THE MUSIC DOCUMENTARY BY
DENNY TEDESCO -
"The Wrecking Crew"
This documentary covers the music history of the session players, who were Phil Specotr's famous "Wall
of Sound." It's a must-see for any music student, or anyone who loves the music of the 50's, 60's, and 70's. DON'T
MISS IT !
Click here to view part of our interview with Denny Tedesco.
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Denny Tedesco is the producer of the documentary "The Wrecking Crew." |
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Denny Tedesco, producer of The Wrecking Crew, during a Q & A after one of the screenings. |
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Guest, Denny Tedesco (son of Tommy Tedesco-The Wrecking Crew) & Host, Sandy Jacobson in the studio. |
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Denny Tedesco is the producer of the documentary "The Wrecking Crew." |
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Denny Tedesco, producer of The Wrecking Crew, during a Q & A after one of the screenings. |
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Guest, Denny Tedesco (son of Tommy Tedesco-The Wrecking Crew) & Host, Sandy Jacobson in the studio. |
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Time |
September 19 · 4:30pm - 6:30pm |
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Location |
Thousand Oaks Library
1401 E Janss Road
Thousand Oaks, CA |
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We have been
invited to share the film with the guests of the library and Wrecking Crew friends with a suggested donation of $20 per person.
Seats are limited so please let us know if you plan on attending or if you are releasing your seats in order for others to
attend.
There will be a Q&A session with Producer Denny Tedesco and Pianist Don Randi following the film.
Please email us at wreckingcrew.library@yahoo.com to let us... know your name and the number of seats needed.
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Denny Tedesco is the producer of the documentary "The Wrecking Crew." |
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Denny Tedesco, producer of The Wrecking Crew, during a Q & A after one of the screenings. |
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Guest, Denny Tedesco (son of Tommy Tedesco-The Wrecking Crew) & Host, Sandy Jacobson in the studio. |
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Zoey's Cafe
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Zoey's Cafe - Ventura's Premier Dining & Concert Venue. |
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Delaney Gibson |
DELANEY GIBSON LIVE AT ZOEY'S
CAFE
Time |
Friday, June 17 · 8:00pm
- 10:30pm |
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Location |
Zoey's
Cafe
185 East Santa Clara Street |
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Hey Ventura!
Delaney Gibson is back...
(for a week or so)
She is playing a show with her amazing band at Zoey's Cafe. She misses you
guys something awful and would love to see all your smiling faces in the audience. She'll be performing new songs that she's
written since she's been in NYC, too.
Hope to see you there!!
xo, Delaney
For
tickets: http://bigcitybuzz.com/p_evn.php?e=20880&ptnid=2 |
AE (Ainjel
Emme) Live @ Genghis Cohen June 22nd, 9-10 PM 740 N Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles (Just
North of Melrose) on the East Side of the street) (323) 653-0640
Time |
Wednesday, June 22 · 9:00pm
- 10:00pm |
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Location |
Genghis Cohen
741 N. Fairfax Ave
Los Angeles, CA |
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All ages welcome. $8 cover. |
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About Ainjel:
Ainjel Emme (pronounced
"angel em")
Known primarily
as a recording artist and songwriter, Ainjel Emme is also an accomplished guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, drummer and producer.
Ainjel is a self-taught, DIY artist. She writes her own songs and covers the majority of instrumental / production duties on her solo recordings. Her debut album, Heartache Is Boring, was independently produced and released in October 2003 and received critical acclaim ["Shimmers with
art and soul" - BUST Magazine (Spring 2004), "Hits the mark right out of the chute" - The Austin Chronicle, (October 2003)].
It made Top 10 CDs of the Year in 2003 at KUT 90.5 FM in Austin, TX and received regular airplay on
KUT and KOOP 91.7 FM. Only 1000 copies of the album were ever manufactured. The CD went out of print in 2006, but is
still available digitally through iTunes and other online retailers. Used copies of the disc have been
known to fetch up to $100 on sites like eBay and Amazon.com.
Ainjel independently studied audio production and graphic design, performed as a drummer / percussionist
with art-rock outfit MASS Ensemble at Lollapalooza and Coachella in 2006, contributed guitar and vocals to the debut album for Maynard James Keenan's side-project, Puscifer in 2007, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard independent charts; guest appeared as the singing
voice of Hello Kitty on the first-ever music CD for the Sanrio icon (Hello World, 2007), gigged as an accompanist and session vocalist,
and toured internationally with all-girl AC/DC tribute Whole Lotta Rosies on rhythm guitar.
Her sophomore record, Everyone Is Beautiful, was released on January 11th, 2011.
Performance Video of Ainjel Emme
JIM CURRY'S
TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER with special guest, the impossibly wonderful JIM CONNOR on 5 string banjo & wit. June 23rd, 2011 - 8 PM
$18
The
Coffee Gallery Backstage 2029 N. Lake Altadena, Ca. 91001
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED (626) 798-6236.. between 10 A. M. and 10 P.M.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A NEW RESERVATION NUMBER!
multi-platinum
hits of the great John Denver in a fun-filled evening of singing and stories. Jim plays the guitar and sings John's songs
in a crystal clear tenor that will take your breath away. Anne, his wife and musical partner, plays guitar and mandolin and
sings harmony in all the right places. You'll be invited to sing along, share in the memories, learn new songs and howl at
the moon (literally!)
The music of the late John Denver is like an old
friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music
of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage.
Tribute
artist Jim Curry, who's voice was heard in the CBS-TV movie Take Me Home: The John Denver Story,
has performed Denver's music in sold out shows throughout the country and has emerged as today's top performer of Denver's
vast legacy of multi-platinum hits. Jim's uncanny ability to mirror John's voice and clean-cut
look takes you back to the time when "Rocky Mountain High" "Sunshine" "Calypso" and "Annie's Song" topped the charts, and
his popular music had the heartfelt message of caring for the earth and caring for each other.
Jim will appear with
his wife, Anne who plays mandolin and guitar, sings harmony and generally keeps Jim in line! Together, they will take you
on a musical journey of the heart, where you will be invited to sing, clap your hands, stomp your feet and howl at the moon.
Don't worry, you already know the words to the songs, and John Denver's message is worth repeating: "Be
kind to the Earth and to each other. "
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Jim Curry performing the music of John Denver. |
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Jim Curry performing the music of John Denver. |
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Jim Curry performing the music of John Denver. |
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We Five
Up Close and Acoustic
The Fret House
May
15, 2010 309 N Citrus Ave, Covina, California 91723 Time: 8:00 P.M.
Best known for their million selling hit "YOU WERE ON MY MIND," WE FIVE brings their special mix of powerful,
folk-flavored vocals, and an array of 6 and 12-string guitars, banjo, mandolin and other surprises to the Fret House on Saturday,
May 15th.
WE FIVE, first of the seminal 60’s bands to record
hits in San Francisco, was Grammy-nominated for Best Performance
By A Vocal Group in 1965. The group has appeared on top TV shows like Shindig, Hullabaloo and the PBS My Music Series, and
played in classic concert venues like the Greek Theater and the Hollywood Bowl. Led by founding member, Jerry Burgan, and
lead singer, Debbie Burgan, We Five’s excellent musicianship has been amazing audiences for over 4 decades. The show
features material from their 6 albums and includes all of their best known songs like You Were On My Mind, Cast Your Fate
To The Wind, and the original hit recording of (Let’s) Get Together.
We Five’s performance covers a full spectrum of sounds from whisper quiet folk songs,
to power ballads and folk rock standards. Laced with tales of the road and a tip of the hat to some of their contemporaries,
it is always a fresh and totally entertaining experience—and the Fret House is a perfect place to see and hear them
up close and personal
in an intimate environment. The Covina
showroom will be full, so get your tickets early. The Fret House
To
see the complete
WE FIVE Folk-Rock Revival Show... stay tuned for
Visit the Official WE FIVE Website !
Visit the WE FIVE page of this website.
Click here to book We Five !
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Michael Sunday, Sandy Jacobson, Laurence Juber, and Javier, on the set of BackStage:Los Angeles. |
PLEASE click on the link below,
for a beautiful Holiday story and music from Laurence Juber, and his wife Hope.
You will be glad you took the time to do so!
Arlo Guthrie
"Journey On" Tour
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Sunday, April 10, 2011 · 7:00pm - 11:00pm |
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University of Redlands - Memorial Chapel
1200 E Colton Ave
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ARLO GUTHRIE - "JOURNEY ON" TOUR in Redlands,
featuring Special Guests:
Abe Guthrie and the Burns Sisters
VIP
TICKET PRE-SALE ON NOW! VIP Tickets include Premium Seating, and Private Artists Reception with Arlo Guthrie.
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This concert is part of the "Weekend of Guthrie in Redlands" which
takes place April 8 - 10, 2011.
The University of Redlands in cooperation with The San Bernardino County Museum, Redlands
Community Music Association, the A.K. Smiley Library, and Bodie House Music will play host to Arlo Guthriein the historic,
1300 seat Memorial Chapel on April, 10th, 2011. One of America’s musical treasures, Arlo Guthrie was born with a guitar
in one hand and a harmonica in the other. He is the eldest son of America's beloved singer/writer/philosopher Woody Guthrie.
Over the last four decades Arlo has toured throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia winning a wide, popular
following. In addition to his accomplishments as a musician, playing the piano, six and twelve string guitar, harmonica and
a dozen other instruments, Arlo is a natural-born storyteller, whose tales and anecdotes figure prominently in his performances.
More
details on a "WEEKEND OF GUTHRIE IN REDLANDS" APRIL 8 - 10, 2011 The weekend starts off Friday evening with a presentation
on the life and songs of Woody Guthrie. This muliti-media lecture is hosted by the San Bernandino County Museum and emphasizes
the time Woody spent living and recording his radio show in So California. (Free Admission)
We return to the San Bernadino
County Museum on Saturday for a special Children's concert. Entertaining, educational and Inspiring, Sarah Lee Guthrie and
Johnny Irion bring three generations of music to the next generation of Redlands with her "GO Waggaloo!" concert - a delightful,
interactive music experience for children, and most importantly with children. (This concert is free with museum admission)
The
weekend's main event is the concert with Arlo Guthrie. An accomplished folk artist and veteran performer, Arlo is known for
his humerous and insightful storytelling through song, including the epic 1967, Alice's Restaurant. He was one of the key
performers at the historic Woodstock in 1969 and was featured in the Oscar winning film of the same name. (See ticketing details
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Russ & Julie's House Concerts is very proud to present An
All Star Benefit Concert For
"The Wrecking Crew" Film Saturday, August 14 at 8:00pm
CONCERT - COFFEE & DESSERT
BUFFET Oak Park, California - $20 minimum donation per person (In the Agoura Hills/Westlake Village area)
If you missed this event, you missed
a GREAT night of entertainment and community! There will be future events,
but in the meantime,
PLEASE check out these wonderfully talented artists who gave their time for this amazing evening!
On
Saturday, August 14th, Russ & Julie's House Concerts presents an "ALL-STAR" Benefit Concert in support of The Wrecking
Crew Film. The Wrecking Crew was a loose knit group of world-class studio musicians who played on some of the most popular
music from the late 50s to the early 70s. Songs by 5th Dimension, Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass, The Association, The
Beach Boys, The Bryds, The Carpenters, Nat King Cole, Sam Cooke, Cher, Jan & Dean, Gary Lewis & The Playboys, The
Mamas & The Papas, The Monkees, Ricky Nelson, The Righteous Brothers, Johnny Rivers, Frank & Nancy Sinatra, and many
many others. The Wrecking Crew were Phil Spector's Wall of Sound. A documentary about The Wrecking Crew has been produced
by Denny Tedesco (son of Tommy Tedesco of The Wrecking Crew). We believe this documentary is one of the best music related
films we have seen. It documents this important and vital part of our musical history and should be seen by as many people
as possible. We want to help see that it gets a DVD release. You can see the film trailer at: http://www.wreckingcrewfilm.com/trailer.htmlPerforming at this benefit is the "2010 Russ & Julie's House Concerts All-Star
Band":
STEVE POSTELL (guitar) - Steve is one of the finest guitarists around. He's currently Jennifer Warnes' musical
director. He's performed with Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Jennifer Warnes, John Oates, Robben Ford, Eric Johnson, Paul Barerre,
Dave Koz, Pure Prairie League and many others. He has also performed live on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Today Show
with Katie Couric, The Regis and Kelly and The Regis and Kathie Lee shows. http://www.stevepostell.com/STEVIE GURR (guitar) - Another highly respected studio guitarist who has performed
with Dr. John, Elvin Bishop, Otis Clay, and Don Henley among others. Stevie is currently part of the duo "emith". http://steviegurr.com/Tap FREEB0 (bass) - FREEBO is an award-winning singer/songwriter (2008 Posi Award... "Best Song",
'07 L.A. Music Awards "Best Folk Artist", Winner '07 South Florida Songwriting Contest, finalist '09 The Great American Songwriting
Contest, Finalist in 5 different categories of JPF Awards), but he's best known as a Folk-Rock-Blues Icon. For 30 years, Freebo
played bass & tuba on recordings and toured with some of the great artists of our time-- Bonnie Raitt (10 years), John
Mayall & The Bluesbreakers, CSN, Maria Muldaur, Ringo Starr, Michelle Shocked, Neil Young, Loudon Wainwright III, Dr.
John, and many others. He has also appeared on Saturday Night Live, Midnight Special, Muppets Tonight, and in concert with
the legendary Spinal Tap. http://www.freebomusic.com/DALE LaDUKE (accordion/piano) - Award winning singer/songwriter and former member
of Five Wheel Drive. Originally from the Detroit area, he has for many years made his living writing, teaching and playing
music in Los Angeles. Dale regularly adds his accordion parts to many local artists here in the L.A. area. http://www.daleladuke.com/RICHARD MARTINEZ (percussion) - Richard is a local musician whose stage credits
include The All Night Strut, Cabaret Verboten, Five Guys Named Mo and Ain't Misbehavin'. His television credits include The
Dolly Parton Show, Baywatch Nights and Sienfield. He has performed with Sam Harris, Jason Alexander, Bebe Neuwirth and many
others. He has also recorded with Julian Lennon, Dan Hill, John Jones, Rick Nowels and others.
The concert will also
feature special GUEST PERFORMANCES by:
MARI WILSON: Mari is an British singer based in London. She is best known for
her sometimes quirky, early 1960s-influenced pop music songs and her (former) trademark beehive hairdo. Recording on the Compact
label she scored six UK hit singles in the early 1980s, including her biggest hit, "Just What I Always Wanted" (UK #8) in
1982. The following year she scored a top 30 hit with a cover of "Cry Me a River" and released her debut album Showpeople,
also a top 30 hit. Wilson's fourth studio album Emotional Glamour was released on her Beehive label in October 2008. She has
also performed in musicals, and has been a feature on a BBC TV series about celebrities and their health. http://www.mariwilson.co.uk/JOHN BATDORF: Best known as one-half of the
'70s band Batdorf & Rodney, which was signed at different times by Ahmet Ertegun to Atlantic Records, by David Geffen
to Asylum Records and by Clive Davis to Arista Records. They headlined many shows, and were an opening act for America, Seals
& Crofts, Dan Fogelberg, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Fleetwood Mac, The Doobie Brothers, Bread, The Youngbloods, Hall
& Oates, Harry Chapin and many others. In the '80s, John was a staff songwriter, writing songs for America, England Dan,
The Curry Sisters and Kim Carnes, and as studio singer singing on hundreds of jingles, movies, and TV shows. He also sang
background vocals on recordings by Rod Stewart, Motley Crue, Dave Mason, The Jefferson Starship, Berlin, Donna Summer, and
David Lee Roth to name just a few. http://www.johnbatdorfmusic.com/AMY RAASCH: Winner of the 3rd Annual GINA/LAWIM Singer/Songwriter Contest. Named
one of Music Connection’s "HOT 100 Unsigned Artists" for the third year running. Don Was says about Amy: "She's got
her own inner groove; nothing tentative about it. A force to be reckoned with." http://www.amyraasch.com/The minimum suggested donation for the evening is a $20 per person, payable
in cash at the door -- OR with a tax deductible check payable to "International Documentary Association" (write "Wrecking
Crew Documentary" in the memo line). All of the money raised this night will go towards expenses (such as licensing fees)
to get The Wrecking Crew film released on DVD.
If you can't make the event and still would like to contribute, send
your check payable to "International Documentary Association" to: Russ & Julie Paris 638 Lindero Canyon Rd, #142 Oak
Park, CA 91377
All of the evening's artists are donating their time. We will also have our usual "potluck" style
coffee and dessert buffet. The show is called for 8:00 P.M. Doors open at 7:30 P.M.
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Friday, November 5 · 9:00pm - 11:00pm |
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The Viper Room
8852 W Sunset Blvd |
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The Party is ON... it's Keith
England's birthday weekend...if you are a Scorpio, love a Scorpio or just wanna hang out with a bunch of Scorpios, bring it! Keith
England (Vocals/Guitar) Paul Ill (Bass) Randy Ray Mitchell (Guitars) Nate Morton (Drums) and Very Special Guests |
A special note from Nathan McEuen:
NEW WEBSITE! Check out the new and improved nathanmceuen.com where you can become a Facebook fan, follow me on Twitter, check in on my Tour Dates
for 2011, read a new bio, watch new videos, and even buy CD’s
I
am offering a special Christmas Package exclusively through nathanmceuen.com: Buy
all three CD’s (Scrapbook Sessions 2010, FESTIVAL, and Grand Design re-mastered) for only $30. I’ll autograph
each of them and ship them for no additional charge.
Thanks to all of you for all of your support, and I wish everyone Happy Holidays! Cheers! Nathan
What
some folks are saying about Nathan's music:
"Nathan
McEuen's light is shining bright. A fine singer, guitarist, and an excellent songwriter. There is hope on the
horizon." Chris Hillman (The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers)
"A
Shining example of the Americana genre." Chris
Jay, VC Reporter (Ventura, CA)
"A zonkingly
good CD. 'The Apple' is a beautiful tune with complicated playing that I love. And 'Beautiful Night' is a lovely
song worthy of Jobim. Great work." Steve Martin (Actor, comedian, writer, playwright, producer, musician and composer)
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Nathan McEuen's current release - "Scrapbook Sessions" |
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Nathan McEuen - Festival |
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Nathan McEuen - The Grand Design |
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Scott Gates, John McEuen, & Nathan McEuen at The Coffee Gallery Backstage. |
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Elaine Gregston (left), Nathan McEuen (center) with Scott Gates (right). |
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A special note from Brian Ray: Brian will be appearing with Paul McCartney on Saturday Night Live, this Saturday, December 11th, 2010 !
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I've had thousands of new views at YouTube for my new video from new fans in these countries, proving
that music transcends language. People everywhere can feel music even if they don't understand every word. I hope you have
a chance to see my spy girls, hotrod cars and Abe Jr. wearing a kilt in my new video for the title track to "This Way Up",
my new album on Sony/ICON.
Right now, I have some very cool new packages here for you to check out. We are offering the new album at a discount for the holidays, 'til Jan 1st.
We start shipping Monday with delivery well ahead of the holidays for you, no matter where on earth you are! There are several
packages to choose from so have a look around. Don't wait, as supplies are limited. I've had a fantastic year, with features in Guitar Player Magazine, one in Brazil's
Guitar Player and another coming soon in Premier Guitar Magazine.
I'm looking forward to fitting in some solo shows
with my hot new band in the new year and will be waiting to hear about Paul's plans for next year as well. I'm really looking
forward to playing the legendary Apollo Theater in NYC and Saturday Night Live soon, the best late night show for music on television in the US. Stay tuned here for all my music info
and have an amazing holiday with the ones you love.
Rock ON, I love you all! Best, Brian
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DREAMCATCHERS - Official Trailer
Recent Event -
Sunday, April 11, 2010, the Los Angeles Screening of the International
Premier of the film "DREAMCATHERS" -
The story of nine ordinary people living extraordinary lives !
A Rock Your Life film by Mike Handcock.
If you missed the screening, there's still time to book
space for an adventure of a lifetime on the DREAMCATCHERS Cruise...
leaving Beijing on August 21st, 2010 !
8 Luxurious days with the cast and crew of DREAMCATCHERS on a Royal Caribbean Cruise ship
that includes 2 full days of workshops, networking with the cast and crew, meeting new friends, and learning how you, too,
can become a DREAMCATCHER. We will be visiting The Great Wall, the city of Nagasaki, Japan, and Buson, Korea.
Join us, and meet these people, and others like them, who have learned how to
live extraordinary lives:
Mike Handcock
Dave Rogers
Don Tolman
Glen Levy
Maya Shahani
Ngahihi O Te Ra Bidois
Our Producer, Sandy Jacobson (who has a cameo in the film) will
be participating in this once in a lifetime experience !
About The Producer
For booking information, click here !
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DREAMCATCHERS - the story of nine ordinary people living extraordinary lives ! |
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THIS PHOTO WAS TAKEN BY MIKE HANDCOCK ! |
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Sandy Jacobson (in black) at the Los Angeles Screening of the Int'l Premier of "DREAMCATCHERS" |
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When Mike
Handcock was shooting this film, he asked permission to shoot some footage with our producer, Sandy Jacobson, and she
agreed. Being a film veteran, Sandy knew that a lot of what gets shot for a film, ends up on the editing room floor...and
didn't give it another thought. Over lunch, the day of the Los Angeles Premier, Mike Handcock surprised her with
the news that she has a cameo in the film ! Thank You, Mike !
Click here to view the Official Trailer for DREAMCATCHERS - the film about nine ordinary people living extraordinary lives
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DREAMCATCHERS Every once in a while a film comes along that is profound.
Dreamcatchers is that film. Shot in fifteen countries, with a superb sound track, Dreamcatchers will stimulate the essence
of your soul and entice you with the question - 'Who are you really?'
We are proud to invite you to its
premiere -
Touring 22 cities February -
April 2010
In addition to the premiere and workshop, there will
be a cruise August 21-28, 2010 with workshops on-board to teach YOU how to become a DREAMCATCHER !
Los Angeles Premiere is Sunday, April 11, 2010.
Exact address TBA with registration.
DREAMCATCHERS is a film by our two-time guest
Mike Handcock, and Dave Rogers. Mike Handcock
will be available 1-2 days prior for interviews.
Click here to register for the Los Angeles premiere of DREAMCATCHERS and to attend YOUR PERSONAL BRAND
Workshop on April 11, 2010 !
Ngahihi Bidois, Mike Handcock, & Sandy Jacobson |
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Fellow DREAMCATCHERS outside the International Headquarters of BackStage:Los Angeles |
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In the BackStage:Los Angeles Studios Green Room. |
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Ngahihi Bidois (Guest), Sandy Jacobson (Producer), Mike Handcock (Guest), and Michael Sunday (Host). |
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BackStage:Los Angeles Pre-Production Meeting. |
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Ngahihi Bidois (Guest) sharing some DREAMCATCHER Philosophy with Michael Sunday (Host). |
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