CHECK YO PONYTAIL ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Tomorrow 12/6 @ Echoplex
SWITCH Added To The Bill!
BOYS NOIZE, Harvard Bass and Franki Chan
Check Yo Ponytail has had a tremendous year run so far, which will be celebrated with an unique and exclusive set from Boys Noize in a venue of the size of Echoplex. Check Yo Ponytail is looking back on the year where their first ever tour with Spank Rock, Big Freedia, Pictureplane, The Death Set and Franki Chan sold out in many American cities, “Get amongst it!”.
Visit the brand new http://www.FrankiChan.com website to explore and scavenger-hunt a world that combines art, music, with a passion for it all. You can read about how the idea for the site started 8 years ago and has been in the making ever since. Franki Chan couldn’t be happier with the end results of his new site, that he says, “Encompasses his entire life.”
http://www.FrankiChan.com will include every significant piece of art he’s ever done, broken down by the years they were conceived. Also thousands of old and recent Polaroids, every personal journal entry, every mix tape and remix he’s ever done, tour dates, and all ongoing updates of current stuff he’s into!It’s a tour-de-force!
Check Yo Ponytail shows:
12/6/11: Boys Noize, Switch, Harvard Bass and Franki Chan
1/10/12: Club Cheval feat. Canblaster, MYD, Panterros666 etc.
2/7/12: Com Truise, Soft Metals etc.
http://www.checkyoponytail.com
http://www.twitter.com/checkyoponytail
http://www.facebook.com/checkyoponytail
http://www.frankichan.com
http://www.mediacontender.com
http://www.iheartcomix.com
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Hot Chelle Rae on tour in support of new album
Riding high with their win as “Sprint Favorite New Artist” at the American Music Awards and the release of their brand new album WHATEVER in stores last week, pop sensation Hot Chelle Rae has just announced their 33 + date headlining tour kicking off Feburary 10th in Metarie, LA and wrapping May 5th in Atlanta, GA. More dates to be announced soon.
Hot Chelle Rae’s brand new album WHATEVER features their two irresistible pop hit singles “Tonight Tonight” and “I Like It Like That” - other album highlights include “Why Don’t You Love Me,” featuring pop solo artist Demi Lovato, quirky break-up song “Honestly,” finger-snapper “Radio” (featuring rising rapper Bei Maejor), be-yourself anthem and tour name “Beautiful Freaks,” and the title track, the “three in the air and you just don’t care” anthem for the now generation “Whatever.” The NY POST calls WHATEVER “effervescent” and USA TODAY describes WHATEVER as an album full of “tight hooks, savvy cameos, and sing-along choruses so insanely catchy...Hot Chelle Rae is riding a great buzz.”
Declared “one of the catchiest pop-rock anthems of the summer” by USA Today, the album’s first single “Tonight Tonight” crashed into the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in July, shot to No. 1 at Hot AC radio in September, and was certified double-platinum in the U.S and Australia, and platinum in Canada. The band followed it up with “I Like It Like That,” which Entertainment Weekly called “bubbly elasti-funk” and an “official fall-resisting battle cry.” “I Like It Like That,” which features hip-hop duo New Boyz, is climbing the Top 40 and Hot AC radio charts, while the song’s documentary-style video racked up over 1 million views in its first 3 days on VEVO. Watch it here. Hot Chelle Rae will also embark on an Australian arena tour in March 2012 opening for Taylor Swift in the midst of their US dates announced today.
The band recently performed on the American Music Awards (pre-show), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Today Show, Live with Kelly!, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and are scheduled to perform at Z100’s Jingle Ball’11 on December 9th, the CBS Early Show December 10th and Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2012 live from Times Square.
Hot Chelle Rae is lead singer/guitarist Ryan Follese, lead guitarist Nash Overstreet, bassist Ian Keaggy and drummer Jamie Follese.
www.hotchellerae.com - Twitter: @hotchellerae - Facebook.com/hotchellerae
HOT CHELLE RAE “BEAUTIFUL FREAKS TOUR 2012”
(Opening act is Electric Touch)
10-Feb Metarie, LA – Family Gras
11-Feb Galveston, TX Mardi Gras
12-Feb San Antonio, TX San Antonio Rodeo (*Electric Touch not opening )
14-Feb Denver, CO Bluebird Theater
15-Feb Salt Lake City, UT In The Venue
17-Feb Vancouver, BC Venue
20-Feb San Francisco, CA Slim's
22-Feb Anaheim, CA House of Blues
23-Feb San Diego, CA House of Blues
25-Feb Los Angeles, CA The Roxy Theatre
24-Mar Ft. Lauderdale, FL Culture Room
25-Mar Tampa, FL State Theatre
26-Mar Jacksonville, FL Freebird
28-Mar Dallas, TX House of Blues
29-Mar Austin, TX La Zona Rosa
10-Apr Charlotte, NC Amos' Southend
11-Apr Washington D.C. 9:30 Club
12-Apr New York, NY Irving Plaza
13-Apr Boston, MA Paradise Rock Club
14-Apr Philadelphia, PA TLA (Theatre of Living Arts)
16-Apr Toronto, ON The Opera House
18-Apr Cleveland, OH House of Blues
21-Apr Chicago, IL House of Blues
23-Apr Minneapolis, MN Varsity Theater
25-Apr Grand Rapids, MI The Intersection
26-Apr Detroit, MI The Crofoot
29-Apr Columbus, OH Newport Music Hall
1-May Kansas City, MO The Midland by AMC
2-May Tulsa, OK Cain's Ballroom
3-May St. Louis, MO Plush
4-May Nashville, TN Cannery Ballroom
5-May Atlanta, GA Center Stage
Hot Chelle Rae’s brand new album WHATEVER features their two irresistible pop hit singles “Tonight Tonight” and “I Like It Like That” - other album highlights include “Why Don’t You Love Me,” featuring pop solo artist Demi Lovato, quirky break-up song “Honestly,” finger-snapper “Radio” (featuring rising rapper Bei Maejor), be-yourself anthem and tour name “Beautiful Freaks,” and the title track, the “three in the air and you just don’t care” anthem for the now generation “Whatever.” The NY POST calls WHATEVER “effervescent” and USA TODAY describes WHATEVER as an album full of “tight hooks, savvy cameos, and sing-along choruses so insanely catchy...Hot Chelle Rae is riding a great buzz.”
Declared “one of the catchiest pop-rock anthems of the summer” by USA Today, the album’s first single “Tonight Tonight” crashed into the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in July, shot to No. 1 at Hot AC radio in September, and was certified double-platinum in the U.S and Australia, and platinum in Canada. The band followed it up with “I Like It Like That,” which Entertainment Weekly called “bubbly elasti-funk” and an “official fall-resisting battle cry.” “I Like It Like That,” which features hip-hop duo New Boyz, is climbing the Top 40 and Hot AC radio charts, while the song’s documentary-style video racked up over 1 million views in its first 3 days on VEVO. Watch it here. Hot Chelle Rae will also embark on an Australian arena tour in March 2012 opening for Taylor Swift in the midst of their US dates announced today.
The band recently performed on the American Music Awards (pre-show), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Today Show, Live with Kelly!, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and are scheduled to perform at Z100’s Jingle Ball’11 on December 9th, the CBS Early Show December 10th and Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2012 live from Times Square.
Hot Chelle Rae is lead singer/guitarist Ryan Follese, lead guitarist Nash Overstreet, bassist Ian Keaggy and drummer Jamie Follese.
www.hotchellerae.com - Twitter: @hotchellerae - Facebook.com/hotchellerae
HOT CHELLE RAE “BEAUTIFUL FREAKS TOUR 2012”
(Opening act is Electric Touch)
10-Feb Metarie, LA – Family Gras
11-Feb Galveston, TX Mardi Gras
12-Feb San Antonio, TX San Antonio Rodeo (*Electric Touch not opening )
14-Feb Denver, CO Bluebird Theater
15-Feb Salt Lake City, UT In The Venue
17-Feb Vancouver, BC Venue
20-Feb San Francisco, CA Slim's
22-Feb Anaheim, CA House of Blues
23-Feb San Diego, CA House of Blues
25-Feb Los Angeles, CA The Roxy Theatre
24-Mar Ft. Lauderdale, FL Culture Room
25-Mar Tampa, FL State Theatre
26-Mar Jacksonville, FL Freebird
28-Mar Dallas, TX House of Blues
29-Mar Austin, TX La Zona Rosa
10-Apr Charlotte, NC Amos' Southend
11-Apr Washington D.C. 9:30 Club
12-Apr New York, NY Irving Plaza
13-Apr Boston, MA Paradise Rock Club
14-Apr Philadelphia, PA TLA (Theatre of Living Arts)
16-Apr Toronto, ON The Opera House
18-Apr Cleveland, OH House of Blues
21-Apr Chicago, IL House of Blues
23-Apr Minneapolis, MN Varsity Theater
25-Apr Grand Rapids, MI The Intersection
26-Apr Detroit, MI The Crofoot
29-Apr Columbus, OH Newport Music Hall
1-May Kansas City, MO The Midland by AMC
2-May Tulsa, OK Cain's Ballroom
3-May St. Louis, MO Plush
4-May Nashville, TN Cannery Ballroom
5-May Atlanta, GA Center Stage
Afro Funke Thursdays in Santa Monica
Afro Funké
WEEKLY FUNK INVOCATION
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Afrobeat, Brazilian, Dub, Reggae, Cumbia,
Samba Disco, Batucada, Afro-Latin House,
Indian Beats, Makossa & other deep-rooted
Funk music from around the world
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Thursday, December 8, 2011
AFRO FUNKE' LIVE PRESENTS
SOLA ROSA
(New Zealand)
Since Andrew Spraggon's first formative releases as Sola Rosa at the turn of the 21st century,
he's steadily built a reputation for his deft synthesis of styles and quiet disregard for the niceties
of genre boundaries. With a catch-all sound encompassing the best of hip hop, reggae, jazz, latin, soul and funk, all six of Sola Rosa's critically acclaimed albums are a potent distillation of the
music that's influenced Spraggon over the course of his decade long career as a musician
and producer. From a humble, self-released one man projectto a decidedly deadly live
collective, Sola Rosa has grown from a national treasure into an act of truly
international repute....
www.solarosa.com
+
listening party for w/ giveaways 9-10pm:
SOLA ROSA
" Get It Together"
resident deejay:
JEREMY SOLE
(KCRW / TheLift / Musaics)
www.kcrw.com/jeremysole
www.facebook.com/jeremysolefamily
www.twitter.com/jeremysole
www.soundcloud.com/jeremysole
resident deejay:
GLENN RED
(Afro Funke' / Eclectica)
www.glennred.com
www.facebook.com/glenn.red
host / co:founder::
ROCKY DAWUNI
*Current album "Hymns for the Rebel Soul" on ITunes!
www.rockydawuni.com
www.sonicbids.com/rockydawuni
www.facebook.com/rockydawuni
afro funke' booking, photography & production
CARY SULLIVAN
www.myspace.com/carysullivan
www.facebook.com/afrofunke
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Afro Funke' Thursdays
Zanzibar
1301 5th Street @ Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2221 / 21+ (EVERYONE must have ID)
9pm - 2am /$10
(NO CREDIT CARDS FOR COVER !!
Please bring cash or there is ATM in building)
www.zanzibarlive.com
www.myspace.com/afrofunke
www.afrofunke.com
*AFRO FUNKE' is now on Twitter! Please follow us!!
www.twitter.com/afrofunke
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***UPCOMING***
DECEMBER 15, 2011
AFRO FUNKE’ LIVE PRESENTS
MARK DE-CLIVE LOWE
www.markdeclivelowe.net
WEEKLY FUNK INVOCATION
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Afrobeat, Brazilian, Dub, Reggae, Cumbia,
Samba Disco, Batucada, Afro-Latin House,
Indian Beats, Makossa & other deep-rooted
Funk music from around the world
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Thursday, December 8, 2011
AFRO FUNKE' LIVE PRESENTS
SOLA ROSA
(New Zealand)
Since Andrew Spraggon's first formative releases as Sola Rosa at the turn of the 21st century,
he's steadily built a reputation for his deft synthesis of styles and quiet disregard for the niceties
of genre boundaries. With a catch-all sound encompassing the best of hip hop, reggae, jazz, latin, soul and funk, all six of Sola Rosa's critically acclaimed albums are a potent distillation of the
music that's influenced Spraggon over the course of his decade long career as a musician
and producer. From a humble, self-released one man projectto a decidedly deadly live
collective, Sola Rosa has grown from a national treasure into an act of truly
international repute....
www.solarosa.com
+
listening party for w/ giveaways 9-10pm:
SOLA ROSA
" Get It Together"
resident deejay:
JEREMY SOLE
(KCRW / TheLift / Musaics)
www.kcrw.com/jeremysole
www.facebook.com/jeremysolefamily
www.twitter.com/jeremysole
www.soundcloud.com/jeremysole
resident deejay:
GLENN RED
(Afro Funke' / Eclectica)
www.glennred.com
www.facebook.com/glenn.red
host / co:founder::
ROCKY DAWUNI
*Current album "Hymns for the Rebel Soul" on ITunes!
www.rockydawuni.com
www.sonicbids.com/rockydawuni
www.facebook.com/rockydawuni
afro funke' booking, photography & production
CARY SULLIVAN
www.myspace.com/carysullivan
www.facebook.com/afrofunke
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Afro Funke' Thursdays
Zanzibar
1301 5th Street @ Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2221 / 21+ (EVERYONE must have ID)
9pm - 2am /$10
(NO CREDIT CARDS FOR COVER !!
Please bring cash or there is ATM in building)
www.zanzibarlive.com
www.myspace.com/afrofunke
www.afrofunke.com
*AFRO FUNKE' is now on Twitter! Please follow us!!
www.twitter.com/afrofunke
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***UPCOMING***
DECEMBER 15, 2011
AFRO FUNKE’ LIVE PRESENTS
MARK DE-CLIVE LOWE
www.markdeclivelowe.net
Monday, December 5, 2011
Coffee Gallery Backstage shows return after windstorm
Bob Stane says: Wow! The whole San Gabriel Valley turned into a wind tunnel and knocked out our electrical power and Internet. We had to cancel 3 night's shows and close both The Coffee Gallery and The Coffee Gallery Backstage. Just got back open today (Sunday). Now I don't want to couch this in such a way that it seems like I am begging, but we really need you to come to see our shows and patronize both The Coffee Gallery and The Coffee Gallery Backstage.
It is December and with both Christmas approaching and being closed for a few day with the wind storm, we are hurting in all ways. We need you in our time of need. Now I am whining. Don't make me do it again.
The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena, CA.
Phone For Reservations: (626) 798-6236
COMING ATTRACTIONS
A lovely act with all kinds of surprises. You will love it. What a joy.
WILL RYAN & the CACTUS COUNTY COWBOYS! “The Band that Won the West”! Since their last appearance here they were named “America’s Hardest Working Easy-Going Cowboy Band”! 8 December is CRAZY DAY! So don’t miss the second-set “First Annual” Crazy Day celebration! “Indescribable!” And: BIG CD RELEASE PARTY SHOW! “The Outlaws Are Coming!” is the band’s first recording for their new label Wahoo Records and their first CD in color!
Starring WILL RYAN, winner of 2 Gold Records and BMI’s Pioneer Award – the Unofficial Singing Cowboy of Hollywood! WESTY WESTENHOFER – the Paderewski of the Tuba, the Ace of Bass! JOHN “PRESTO” REYNOLDS - the Einstein of the Six-String! Cactus County Cowgirl “CHAPARALL KATIE” CAVERA – The Bergman of the Banjo! And – in this show – the RETURN of “BUCKAROO BENNY” BRYDERN from his South American tour! Hear the shocking details! Will “OXNARD” IAN WHITCOMB make his usual Guest Appearance on accordion? Will the star of “THE RIFLEMAN” JOHNNY CRAWFORD join Will and the band again - on harmonica and rope tricks? Find out! Great new sagebrush songs! Old favorites too! Special surprises! “Sheer joy!”
Thursday, December 8. 8pm. ALL AGES!
Tickets: $18.00
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One of our favorite shows. Teresa has been here often and wows the folks. She shows how it is done and with Ventucky String Band it will be sensational in every way. Bob Stane guarantees this show. Absolutely. I wish I could send a car to drive you over. Just take my word for it. You know you trust me. I do not lie.
TERESA TUDURY & THE VENTUCKY STRING BAND......Teresa Tudury.... Hold on to your seats as Teresa Tudury takes you on a musical journey of wild and powerful songs and stories from the depths of her incredibly rich and inspiring repertoire. Teresa Tudury is an absolute original. From her San Francisco roots to the Greek Islands to New York and LA, she wakes up the music scene. Teresa creates a loyal following and rave reviews wherever she performs. Our world is richer with such a rare talent in our midst. Part chanteuse, part comedian, part bona fide pop artist…and a voice that could stop a war.” —Buzz Weekly
Picture a cross between Bette Midler and Bonnie Raitt musically, and toss in the most side-splitting stage patter imaginable, and you have Ms. Tudury.” —Johnny Angel, LA Weekly
“ I think ‘Cheering Your Little Ass On’ is the greatest song ever written.”—Charles Perry, Rolling Stone and LA Times. "Leonard Cohen meets Bessie Smith " -- Fan overheard at a "Teresa " concert. Teresa Tudury started writing songs at age 12 and was performing in San Francisco nightclubs by the time she was 15. She has played on and off in the Bay Area for years, and for almost two decades was based in Los Angeles where in addition to music gigs, she wrote comedy and worked as a character actress on stage and screen.
With a deep, sultry voice that magnetizes audiences, and a scathing comedic wit to match, Teresa sings with power, verve, passion, and disarming humor. Teresa's voice has been described as a cross between Bette Midler and Bonnie Raitt (LA Weekly). Her vocal stylings are perfectly complemented by her bluesy guitar playing.
Teresa has recorded or performed with such greats as Leonard Cohen, Rickie Lee Jones, Lyle Lovett, Taj Mahal, Leo Kottke and Bonnie Bramlett. Now residing in Sonoma County, Teresa continues to perform and write new material. Her new CD, 'Such Fine Things' joins the recently re-released CDs 'Teresa Tudury' and 'River of Life' in retail stores and online music sites.
THE VENTUCKY STRING BAND...Like a jukebox of old 78 records, The Ventucky String Band is reminiscent of a time when Jazz bands featured banjo, and Bluegrass music was as novel as the arrival of television.
Formed in late 2010, this highly skilled multi-instrumental quartet features Matt Sayles, Dave White, Rick Clemens, and David Roine, blending their decades of musical experience into a sound that harkens back to the dust-bowl era of California, and the roots of the “California-Country” sound.
Where some have tried to diminish Ventura as ragraph:“Ventucky,” this band sees their name not as a veiled jab at Bluegrass music or the city that brought them together— but instead as a tribute to the music and culture of the farmers, roustabouts, and cattlemen that helped grow the city during the early days of big-oil and agriculture in Ventura County.
Typical sets can vary from 1930’s Jazz standards & Bluegrass, to cowboy ballads & honky-tonk—all seamlessly woven together with original songwriting that draws inspiration from the deep well-spring of American roots music.
FRIDAY, December 9. Show@: 8:00 P.M. Tixs: $18
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MATINEE...
Pasadena Star-News and San Gabriel Valley Tribune Holiday Party & Concert.
Rub elbows with the elite of local print media and enjoy a highly-entertaining show of music and comedy by former Righteous Brothers touring musicians, Hal Ratliff and Lee Ferrell (father of actor Will Ferrell).
A new discovery and an afternoon show for those who prefer the daylight hours.
HAL RATLIFF AND LEE FERRELL
As a musical duo, keyboardist Hal Ratliff and saxophonist Lee Ferrell deliver an exciting and memorable show that never fails to leave audiences wanting more. Their sound is a fusion of pop, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll, with humorous stage banter thrown into the mix.
The pair met while touring with The Righteous Brothers in the 1980s and eventually teamed up again to play local gigs at venues such as McKenna’s On The Bay in Long Beach.
“Hal and I have an unspoken musical bond,” said Ferrell, the father of actor Will Ferrell. “I feel so much more like playing when I’m working with him. And we have such a great time on stage just clowning around and acting silly. I think everyone has much more fun when you don’t get too serious.”
Over Ratliff’s long and varied career, he has toured continuously with The Grass Roots and also has played on countless studio sessions for both major and Indie artists. Additionally, the Lakewood resident has written and arranged songs for television commercials and feature films.
Ferrell, who lives in Irvine, said his professional career began to jell in the early 1960s when he moved toCalifornia from his native North Carolina. Shortly after arriving in Los Angeles, he landed a gig playing saxophone and organ for The Righteous Brothers.
When his first stint with the group ended in 1964, Ferrell toured the West Coast with several bands, performing everything from country to rock to the blues.
“I really love to do the stuff where I can sing, blow the horn and play the organ,” said Ferrell, who also acted as The Righteous Brothers’ road manager in the 1980s. “And it’s not so much the genre of the tune that matters, it’s the feeling behind the song and how it can give you the chills that run up and down your spine. When things come together like that, that’s when I get really inspired.”
In 2006, Ferrell wrote the song “Goodbye Cowboy” for his son Will’s feature film, “Talladega Nights.” Lee also wrote the song “Brother” for Will’s 2008 movie “Stepbrothers.” The song, which was recorded at Ratliff’s studio, is an Irish anthem about family bonds.
“Having my dad’s song in my movies is neat because it’s not like I said, ‘Hey, put my dad’s song in these movies,’” said Will. “It was the directors and the other creative decision makers that wanted to include them, so that is so satisfying for both me and my dad.”
Saturday, December 10: Matinee from 3 to 5 P.M. Limited ticket availability, so act fast!: $20
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THE REYNOLDS BROTHERS ... JAZZ WITH A SENSE OF HUMOR.. The Reynolds Brothers are a fun and exciting four-piece jazz band. This group will delight you with a wide selection of jazz tunes of the 1920’s and 1930’s, including specialty numbers, vocals, and even sophisticated ballads. Featuring, John Reynolds on National Guitar, Ralf Reynolds on Washboard, Marc Caparone on Cornet and the lovely Katie Cavera on String Bass. They bring to life their music with their strong rhythmic pulse, high spirit and rollicking good humor. These are solid musicians who love to entertain on stage. Great double bill. PLUS...
THERE WILL BE AN OPENING ACT.
Saturday, December 10. Show @ 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $15 (a huge bargain).
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MATINEE....KEN O’MALLEY. The theme, “"Ireland and the Christmas Star"
"The realm of the spiritual has always been prevalent at Christmas in Ireland and for me growing up, we were prepared as small children to revere the feast of Christmas. My parents were very religious and we held on to all the traditional customs and lit the red Paschal candle in the window that guided the Holy Family on Christmas night. Many of those traditions are still carried on today and there's no place like an old Irish fireside to enjoy the holiday, which lasts from Christmas Eve, St.Stephen's Day on the 26th, New Year's Eve and culminates January 6th, the women's "Little Christmas".--- Ken O'Malley
Known for his captivating storytelling as well as his rich, resonant voice, his engaging stage presence has delighted audiences for over thirty years. “He holds nothing back. Whether singing a passionate ballad, playing a solo on the mandolin, or explaining the gloriously sad history of Erin his homeland, Ken O’Malley is all-in, wide open to the world, and as true as an arrow’s flight. . . His wonderful wit and good humor draw us in and carry us along, and the beauty of his songs, both traditional and original, fills us with irresistible joy” raves Wayne Slater of Desert Song Productions.
The event promises to be a magical afternoon of music with songs in both English and Irish Gaelic, suitable for all ages. Not just a singer, about whom Dave Soyars of the Irish Herald writes "his powerful and emotive voice shines through on everything he does", O’Malley is also a cultural ambassador and educator who infuses every performance with a genuine passion and love for his native land and its people. In the words of one longtime fan "the songs Ken sings touch all of us, Irish or not, to the very core of the human heart".
Advance tickets may also be purchased at http://altadenastar.eventbrite.com. The show is likely to sell out so advance purchase and/or reservations are strongly encouraged.
MATINEE..Sunday, December 11. ShowTime: 3:00 P.M. Tickets: $18.00
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A HAWAIIAN SLACK KEY CHRISTMAS SHOW WITH JIM "KIMO" WEST AND SPECIAL GUEST, SHAWN ISHIMOTO
Join us for a holiday evening of ki ho'alu-Hawaiian "slack key" guitar, hula and "kani kapila" or jamming, Hawaiian-style!
Jim "Kimo" West is an award-winning Hawaiian "slack key" guitarist and a veteran of Hawaii's famed slack key festivals where he has performed alongside noted players such as Ledward Kaapana, Cyril Pahinui, Ozzie Kotani, Makana, George Kahumoku and many others. He is known not only for his exciting live performances but also for his many original instrumental slack key compositions as represented in his catalog of five solo CD's.
Kimo will be playing songs from his recent CD, "Kimo's Hawaiian Slack Key Christmas" as well as his brand new release, "Na Lani O Maui-Maui Skies".
He is a recent winner of the Hawaii Music Awards, a Na Hoku Hanohano (the Hawaiian Grammy) nominee, and a two time winner of the LA Treasures Award. His compositions have been featured in films, documentaries and national TV commercials. He splits his time between Hawaii and Los Angeles where he also works as a composer for film and TV, and as a producer for other artists.
Ishimoto is one of Hawaii's top musicians and a recent transplant to Los Angeles. Besides being a virtuoso guitarist he also plays bass, steel guitar and drums, sings in the Hawaiian falsetto style and has three CD releases one of which won him the 1999 Na Hoku Hanohano award. He has performed and recorded with many of Hawaii's top acts including Na Palapalai, Ka'u Crater Boys and Sistah Robi Kahakalau. This will be Shawn and Kimo's first
performance together.
Sunday, December 11. ShowTime: 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $15
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You may have seen and heard about our Toy Drive at Pasadena AVe. & St. Johns Place
this coming Saturday and Sunday, December 10 & 11 from early morning to dusk.
It will take place at the giant "Fork In The Road." Actual address is
200 Bellefontaine, Pasadena, CA. 91105 for your Mapquest.
This will be a huge event with many children's oriented charities participating.
Don't let any child (adult) live with the memory of not getting a toy at Christmas.
That's the guilt part. Works for me.
It will be on lots of TV news programs and there will be elf tossing off of the piles of toys.
Or will that be toy tossing off of piles of elves? Oh, Bob, stop it.
It is December and with both Christmas approaching and being closed for a few day with the wind storm, we are hurting in all ways. We need you in our time of need. Now I am whining. Don't make me do it again.
The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena, CA.
Phone For Reservations: (626) 798-6236
COMING ATTRACTIONS
A lovely act with all kinds of surprises. You will love it. What a joy.
WILL RYAN & the CACTUS COUNTY COWBOYS! “The Band that Won the West”! Since their last appearance here they were named “America’s Hardest Working Easy-Going Cowboy Band”! 8 December is CRAZY DAY! So don’t miss the second-set “First Annual” Crazy Day celebration! “Indescribable!” And: BIG CD RELEASE PARTY SHOW! “The Outlaws Are Coming!” is the band’s first recording for their new label Wahoo Records and their first CD in color!
Starring WILL RYAN, winner of 2 Gold Records and BMI’s Pioneer Award – the Unofficial Singing Cowboy of Hollywood! WESTY WESTENHOFER – the Paderewski of the Tuba, the Ace of Bass! JOHN “PRESTO” REYNOLDS - the Einstein of the Six-String! Cactus County Cowgirl “CHAPARALL KATIE” CAVERA – The Bergman of the Banjo! And – in this show – the RETURN of “BUCKAROO BENNY” BRYDERN from his South American tour! Hear the shocking details! Will “OXNARD” IAN WHITCOMB make his usual Guest Appearance on accordion? Will the star of “THE RIFLEMAN” JOHNNY CRAWFORD join Will and the band again - on harmonica and rope tricks? Find out! Great new sagebrush songs! Old favorites too! Special surprises! “Sheer joy!”
Thursday, December 8. 8pm. ALL AGES!
Tickets: $18.00
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One of our favorite shows. Teresa has been here often and wows the folks. She shows how it is done and with Ventucky String Band it will be sensational in every way. Bob Stane guarantees this show. Absolutely. I wish I could send a car to drive you over. Just take my word for it. You know you trust me. I do not lie.
TERESA TUDURY & THE VENTUCKY STRING BAND......Teresa Tudury.... Hold on to your seats as Teresa Tudury takes you on a musical journey of wild and powerful songs and stories from the depths of her incredibly rich and inspiring repertoire. Teresa Tudury is an absolute original. From her San Francisco roots to the Greek Islands to New York and LA, she wakes up the music scene. Teresa creates a loyal following and rave reviews wherever she performs. Our world is richer with such a rare talent in our midst. Part chanteuse, part comedian, part bona fide pop artist…and a voice that could stop a war.” —Buzz Weekly
Picture a cross between Bette Midler and Bonnie Raitt musically, and toss in the most side-splitting stage patter imaginable, and you have Ms. Tudury.” —Johnny Angel, LA Weekly
“ I think ‘Cheering Your Little Ass On’ is the greatest song ever written.”—Charles Perry, Rolling Stone and LA Times. "Leonard Cohen meets Bessie Smith " -- Fan overheard at a "Teresa " concert. Teresa Tudury started writing songs at age 12 and was performing in San Francisco nightclubs by the time she was 15. She has played on and off in the Bay Area for years, and for almost two decades was based in Los Angeles where in addition to music gigs, she wrote comedy and worked as a character actress on stage and screen.
With a deep, sultry voice that magnetizes audiences, and a scathing comedic wit to match, Teresa sings with power, verve, passion, and disarming humor. Teresa's voice has been described as a cross between Bette Midler and Bonnie Raitt (LA Weekly). Her vocal stylings are perfectly complemented by her bluesy guitar playing.
Teresa has recorded or performed with such greats as Leonard Cohen, Rickie Lee Jones, Lyle Lovett, Taj Mahal, Leo Kottke and Bonnie Bramlett. Now residing in Sonoma County, Teresa continues to perform and write new material. Her new CD, 'Such Fine Things' joins the recently re-released CDs 'Teresa Tudury' and 'River of Life' in retail stores and online music sites.
THE VENTUCKY STRING BAND...Like a jukebox of old 78 records, The Ventucky String Band is reminiscent of a time when Jazz bands featured banjo, and Bluegrass music was as novel as the arrival of television.
Formed in late 2010, this highly skilled multi-instrumental quartet features Matt Sayles, Dave White, Rick Clemens, and David Roine, blending their decades of musical experience into a sound that harkens back to the dust-bowl era of California, and the roots of the “California-Country” sound.
Where some have tried to diminish Ventura as ragraph:“Ventucky,” this band sees their name not as a veiled jab at Bluegrass music or the city that brought them together— but instead as a tribute to the music and culture of the farmers, roustabouts, and cattlemen that helped grow the city during the early days of big-oil and agriculture in Ventura County.
Typical sets can vary from 1930’s Jazz standards & Bluegrass, to cowboy ballads & honky-tonk—all seamlessly woven together with original songwriting that draws inspiration from the deep well-spring of American roots music.
FRIDAY, December 9. Show@: 8:00 P.M. Tixs: $18
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MATINEE...
Pasadena Star-News and San Gabriel Valley Tribune Holiday Party & Concert.
Rub elbows with the elite of local print media and enjoy a highly-entertaining show of music and comedy by former Righteous Brothers touring musicians, Hal Ratliff and Lee Ferrell (father of actor Will Ferrell).
A new discovery and an afternoon show for those who prefer the daylight hours.
HAL RATLIFF AND LEE FERRELL
As a musical duo, keyboardist Hal Ratliff and saxophonist Lee Ferrell deliver an exciting and memorable show that never fails to leave audiences wanting more. Their sound is a fusion of pop, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll, with humorous stage banter thrown into the mix.
The pair met while touring with The Righteous Brothers in the 1980s and eventually teamed up again to play local gigs at venues such as McKenna’s On The Bay in Long Beach.
“Hal and I have an unspoken musical bond,” said Ferrell, the father of actor Will Ferrell. “I feel so much more like playing when I’m working with him. And we have such a great time on stage just clowning around and acting silly. I think everyone has much more fun when you don’t get too serious.”
Over Ratliff’s long and varied career, he has toured continuously with The Grass Roots and also has played on countless studio sessions for both major and Indie artists. Additionally, the Lakewood resident has written and arranged songs for television commercials and feature films.
Ferrell, who lives in Irvine, said his professional career began to jell in the early 1960s when he moved toCalifornia from his native North Carolina. Shortly after arriving in Los Angeles, he landed a gig playing saxophone and organ for The Righteous Brothers.
When his first stint with the group ended in 1964, Ferrell toured the West Coast with several bands, performing everything from country to rock to the blues.
“I really love to do the stuff where I can sing, blow the horn and play the organ,” said Ferrell, who also acted as The Righteous Brothers’ road manager in the 1980s. “And it’s not so much the genre of the tune that matters, it’s the feeling behind the song and how it can give you the chills that run up and down your spine. When things come together like that, that’s when I get really inspired.”
In 2006, Ferrell wrote the song “Goodbye Cowboy” for his son Will’s feature film, “Talladega Nights.” Lee also wrote the song “Brother” for Will’s 2008 movie “Stepbrothers.” The song, which was recorded at Ratliff’s studio, is an Irish anthem about family bonds.
“Having my dad’s song in my movies is neat because it’s not like I said, ‘Hey, put my dad’s song in these movies,’” said Will. “It was the directors and the other creative decision makers that wanted to include them, so that is so satisfying for both me and my dad.”
Saturday, December 10: Matinee from 3 to 5 P.M. Limited ticket availability, so act fast!: $20
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THE REYNOLDS BROTHERS ... JAZZ WITH A SENSE OF HUMOR.. The Reynolds Brothers are a fun and exciting four-piece jazz band. This group will delight you with a wide selection of jazz tunes of the 1920’s and 1930’s, including specialty numbers, vocals, and even sophisticated ballads. Featuring, John Reynolds on National Guitar, Ralf Reynolds on Washboard, Marc Caparone on Cornet and the lovely Katie Cavera on String Bass. They bring to life their music with their strong rhythmic pulse, high spirit and rollicking good humor. These are solid musicians who love to entertain on stage. Great double bill. PLUS...
THERE WILL BE AN OPENING ACT.
Saturday, December 10. Show @ 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $15 (a huge bargain).
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MATINEE....KEN O’MALLEY. The theme, “"Ireland and the Christmas Star"
"The realm of the spiritual has always been prevalent at Christmas in Ireland and for me growing up, we were prepared as small children to revere the feast of Christmas. My parents were very religious and we held on to all the traditional customs and lit the red Paschal candle in the window that guided the Holy Family on Christmas night. Many of those traditions are still carried on today and there's no place like an old Irish fireside to enjoy the holiday, which lasts from Christmas Eve, St.Stephen's Day on the 26th, New Year's Eve and culminates January 6th, the women's "Little Christmas".--- Ken O'Malley
Known for his captivating storytelling as well as his rich, resonant voice, his engaging stage presence has delighted audiences for over thirty years. “He holds nothing back. Whether singing a passionate ballad, playing a solo on the mandolin, or explaining the gloriously sad history of Erin his homeland, Ken O’Malley is all-in, wide open to the world, and as true as an arrow’s flight. . . His wonderful wit and good humor draw us in and carry us along, and the beauty of his songs, both traditional and original, fills us with irresistible joy” raves Wayne Slater of Desert Song Productions.
The event promises to be a magical afternoon of music with songs in both English and Irish Gaelic, suitable for all ages. Not just a singer, about whom Dave Soyars of the Irish Herald writes "his powerful and emotive voice shines through on everything he does", O’Malley is also a cultural ambassador and educator who infuses every performance with a genuine passion and love for his native land and its people. In the words of one longtime fan "the songs Ken sings touch all of us, Irish or not, to the very core of the human heart".
Advance tickets may also be purchased at http://altadenastar.eventbrite.com. The show is likely to sell out so advance purchase and/or reservations are strongly encouraged.
MATINEE..Sunday, December 11. ShowTime: 3:00 P.M. Tickets: $18.00
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A HAWAIIAN SLACK KEY CHRISTMAS SHOW WITH JIM "KIMO" WEST AND SPECIAL GUEST, SHAWN ISHIMOTO
Join us for a holiday evening of ki ho'alu-Hawaiian "slack key" guitar, hula and "kani kapila" or jamming, Hawaiian-style!
Jim "Kimo" West is an award-winning Hawaiian "slack key" guitarist and a veteran of Hawaii's famed slack key festivals where he has performed alongside noted players such as Ledward Kaapana, Cyril Pahinui, Ozzie Kotani, Makana, George Kahumoku and many others. He is known not only for his exciting live performances but also for his many original instrumental slack key compositions as represented in his catalog of five solo CD's.
Kimo will be playing songs from his recent CD, "Kimo's Hawaiian Slack Key Christmas" as well as his brand new release, "Na Lani O Maui-Maui Skies".
He is a recent winner of the Hawaii Music Awards, a Na Hoku Hanohano (the Hawaiian Grammy) nominee, and a two time winner of the LA Treasures Award. His compositions have been featured in films, documentaries and national TV commercials. He splits his time between Hawaii and Los Angeles where he also works as a composer for film and TV, and as a producer for other artists.
Ishimoto is one of Hawaii's top musicians and a recent transplant to Los Angeles. Besides being a virtuoso guitarist he also plays bass, steel guitar and drums, sings in the Hawaiian falsetto style and has three CD releases one of which won him the 1999 Na Hoku Hanohano award. He has performed and recorded with many of Hawaii's top acts including Na Palapalai, Ka'u Crater Boys and Sistah Robi Kahakalau. This will be Shawn and Kimo's first
performance together.
Sunday, December 11. ShowTime: 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $15
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You may have seen and heard about our Toy Drive at Pasadena AVe. & St. Johns Place
this coming Saturday and Sunday, December 10 & 11 from early morning to dusk.
It will take place at the giant "Fork In The Road." Actual address is
200 Bellefontaine, Pasadena, CA. 91105 for your Mapquest.
This will be a huge event with many children's oriented charities participating.
Don't let any child (adult) live with the memory of not getting a toy at Christmas.
That's the guilt part. Works for me.
It will be on lots of TV news programs and there will be elf tossing off of the piles of toys.
Or will that be toy tossing off of piles of elves? Oh, Bob, stop it.
Barry Big B Brenner performances this week
Barry Big B Brenner
Playing The BLUES this week at ...
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Sonny McLean’s Pub
TUESDAY NIGHT
DECEMBER 6th from 8:30-11:30pm
2615 Wilshire Blvd.
SANTA MONICA
(310) 449-1811
http://www.sonnymcleans.com
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Firefly Bistro
THURSDAY NIGHT
BURGERS, BEERS & BLUES
DECEMBER 8th from 6-9pm
&
SUNDAY BLUES BRUNCH
DECEMBER 11th from 11am-2pm
1009 El Centro Street
SOUTH PASADENA
(626) 441-2443
http://www.eatatfirefly.com
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For a Complete List of Big B’s Upcoming Shows,
Go to...
SHOWS http://www.myspace.com/barrybigbbrenner/shows
FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/BigBBrenner
YOUTUBE http://www.youtube.com/bluesriff
WEBSITE http://www.bigbbrenner.com
Playing The BLUES this week at ...
********* ********* ********* *********
Sonny McLean’s Pub
TUESDAY NIGHT
DECEMBER 6th from 8:30-11:30pm
2615 Wilshire Blvd.
SANTA MONICA
(310) 449-1811
http://www.sonnymcleans.com
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Firefly Bistro
THURSDAY NIGHT
BURGERS, BEERS & BLUES
DECEMBER 8th from 6-9pm
&
SUNDAY BLUES BRUNCH
DECEMBER 11th from 11am-2pm
1009 El Centro Street
SOUTH PASADENA
(626) 441-2443
http://www.eatatfirefly.com
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For a Complete List of Big B’s Upcoming Shows,
Go to...
SHOWS http://www.myspace.com/barrybigbbrenner/shows
FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/BigBBrenner
YOUTUBE http://www.youtube.com/bluesriff
WEBSITE http://www.bigbbrenner.com
Kid Rock, will.i.am and more at CNN Heroes event Dec. 11
CNN, the worldwide leader in news, announced that Kid Rock will perform a special live version of "Care" from his platinum selling album, "Born Free", on CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute, hosted by Anderson Cooper live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, CA, on CNN, Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 8:00 PM ET. In addition, CNN announced that Miley Cyrus has also been added as a celebrity presenter along with Dancing with the Stars winner, J.R. Martinez, The Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am, global maternal health advocate and founder of Every Mother Counts, Christy Turlington Burns, and NFL Super Bowl champ and MVP quarterback Kurt Warner, all of whom were confirmed last week.
CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute honors individuals who are making extraordinary contributions to help improve the lives of others. Dr. Sanjay Gupta, the multiple Emmy®-award winning chief medical correspondent for CNN, will be doing exclusive backstage interviews live on CNN.com during the show.
This news comes on the heels of CNN announcing that J.R. Martinez will also be co-hosting the live pre-show, Showbiz Tonight @ CNN Heroes, with AJ Hammer, host of HLN's evening show, Showbiz Tonight. Holly Robinson Peete will be hosting the social media suite on the red carpet. Showbiz Tonight's correspondent, Kareen Wynter, will also be part of the pre-show, interviewing the arriving celebrities on the red carpet. The Showbiz Tonight @ CNN Heroes pre-show will air live on CNN and HLN at 7:00 PM ET.
Fans are encouraged to vote up to 10 times a day, every day, for this year's "CNN Hero of the Year". Voting continues through Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at midnight PT, and the "CNN Hero of the Year" will be announced live at this year's CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute show. Fans can also make a direct charitable donation to their favorite Top 10 CNN Heroes' nonprofit using Google Wallet, through December 31, 2011. Google is waiving all transaction fees enabling 100 percent of the donations to go directly to the heroes' non-profit organizations. Visit CNNHeroes.com online or on your mobile device to learn more about the 2011 honorees, cast your vote and to donate.
Kelly Flynn is the Senior Executive Producer for the "CNN Heroes" initiative and CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute. This year's show will be produced by Ian Stewart and Hamish Hamilton of Done and Dusted.
CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute honors individuals who are making extraordinary contributions to help improve the lives of others. Dr. Sanjay Gupta, the multiple Emmy®-award winning chief medical correspondent for CNN, will be doing exclusive backstage interviews live on CNN.com during the show.
This news comes on the heels of CNN announcing that J.R. Martinez will also be co-hosting the live pre-show, Showbiz Tonight @ CNN Heroes, with AJ Hammer, host of HLN's evening show, Showbiz Tonight. Holly Robinson Peete will be hosting the social media suite on the red carpet. Showbiz Tonight's correspondent, Kareen Wynter, will also be part of the pre-show, interviewing the arriving celebrities on the red carpet. The Showbiz Tonight @ CNN Heroes pre-show will air live on CNN and HLN at 7:00 PM ET.
Fans are encouraged to vote up to 10 times a day, every day, for this year's "CNN Hero of the Year". Voting continues through Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at midnight PT, and the "CNN Hero of the Year" will be announced live at this year's CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute show. Fans can also make a direct charitable donation to their favorite Top 10 CNN Heroes' nonprofit using Google Wallet, through December 31, 2011. Google is waiving all transaction fees enabling 100 percent of the donations to go directly to the heroes' non-profit organizations. Visit CNNHeroes.com online or on your mobile device to learn more about the 2011 honorees, cast your vote and to donate.
Kelly Flynn is the Senior Executive Producer for the "CNN Heroes" initiative and CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute. This year's show will be produced by Ian Stewart and Hamish Hamilton of Done and Dusted.
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour to headline tour
Copenhagen’s The Asteroids Galaxy Tour have been winning over audiences globally with their unique brand of cutting edge, soulful, infectious pop. Since forming in 2007, the Danish group has racked up accomplishments that include having singles featured in two global television ads and sharing the stage with superstars like Amy Winehouse & Katy Perry. The band is thrilled to announce their national headlining US tour for which tickets go on sale today! The tour kicks off in NYC on the new album’s release date, January 31 on BMG Rights.
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour has already shared the album track “Major.” Now they are offering another taste of the new album Out Of Frequency.
Brandishing a signature sound that infuses indie-pop with neo-psychedelia, dance and retro-futuristic soul, The Asteroids Galaxy Tour never fail to produce addictive tunes that don’t sacrifice imagination. The slinky “Major” will seduce you with its '70s blaxploitation-esque horn stabs and edgy vocals that are the perfect balance of commanding and sweet. Title track “Out Of Frequency” highlights the soulful side of the band with its smoky nostalgic atmosphere and “Fantasy Friend Forever” has all the elements of an ecstatic psych-pop explosion with it’s thumpin’ beat and addictive hooks, making it nearly impossible for listeners not to get out of their seats.
The band was first put on the map when its song “Around The Bend” was featured in a popular iPod Touch ad in 2008, launching The Asteroids Galaxy Tour’s career worldwide. The Asteroids’ latest single “The Golden Age” was chosen by Heineken for use in a global 2011 campaign which also features frontwoman Mette Lindberg. Known for their captivating live show, be sure to catch the band live on tour with Vacationer this winter!
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour Headlining US Tour Dates
1/31: New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
2/1: Washington, DC @ Rock and Roll Hotel
2/2: Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
2/3: Boston, MA @ Middle East Downstairs
2/7: Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall
2/8: Minneapolis, MN @ 7th Street Entry
2/10: Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge
2/13: San Diego, CA @ Belly Up
2/14: Los Angeles, CA @ Echoplex
2/15: San Francisco, CA @ Independent
2/17: Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom
2/18: Seattle, WA @ Neumos
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour has already shared the album track “Major.” Now they are offering another taste of the new album Out Of Frequency.
Brandishing a signature sound that infuses indie-pop with neo-psychedelia, dance and retro-futuristic soul, The Asteroids Galaxy Tour never fail to produce addictive tunes that don’t sacrifice imagination. The slinky “Major” will seduce you with its '70s blaxploitation-esque horn stabs and edgy vocals that are the perfect balance of commanding and sweet. Title track “Out Of Frequency” highlights the soulful side of the band with its smoky nostalgic atmosphere and “Fantasy Friend Forever” has all the elements of an ecstatic psych-pop explosion with it’s thumpin’ beat and addictive hooks, making it nearly impossible for listeners not to get out of their seats.
The band was first put on the map when its song “Around The Bend” was featured in a popular iPod Touch ad in 2008, launching The Asteroids Galaxy Tour’s career worldwide. The Asteroids’ latest single “The Golden Age” was chosen by Heineken for use in a global 2011 campaign which also features frontwoman Mette Lindberg. Known for their captivating live show, be sure to catch the band live on tour with Vacationer this winter!
The Asteroids Galaxy Tour Headlining US Tour Dates
1/31: New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
2/1: Washington, DC @ Rock and Roll Hotel
2/2: Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
2/3: Boston, MA @ Middle East Downstairs
2/7: Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall
2/8: Minneapolis, MN @ 7th Street Entry
2/10: Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge
2/13: San Diego, CA @ Belly Up
2/14: Los Angeles, CA @ Echoplex
2/15: San Francisco, CA @ Independent
2/17: Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom
2/18: Seattle, WA @ Neumos
Rick Shea on tour with Mary McCaslin in January
Rick Shea on tour with Mary McCaslin
Fri Jan 6th 8pm
Lou Curtiss Presents
Norrmal Heights Community Center
4649 Hawley Bl
San Diego Ca. 92116
Sat Jan 7th 7pm
The Folk Music Center
220 Yale Avenue
Claremont CA 91711
(909) 624-2928
Sun Jan 8th 7pm
McCabes
3101 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 828-4497
Wed Jan 18th 8pm
The Freight and Salvage
2020 Addison St
Berkeley Ca 94704
(510) 644-2020
Thu Jan 19th 7pm
The Palms Playhouse
13 Main St
Winters Ca. 95694
530 795-1825
Sun Jan 22nd 7pm
Don Quixotes International Music Hall
6275 Highway 9
Felton CA 95018
831- 603-2294
www.rickshea.net
Fri Jan 6th 8pm
Lou Curtiss Presents
Norrmal Heights Community Center
4649 Hawley Bl
San Diego Ca. 92116
Sat Jan 7th 7pm
The Folk Music Center
220 Yale Avenue
Claremont CA 91711
(909) 624-2928
Sun Jan 8th 7pm
McCabes
3101 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 828-4497
Wed Jan 18th 8pm
The Freight and Salvage
2020 Addison St
Berkeley Ca 94704
(510) 644-2020
Thu Jan 19th 7pm
The Palms Playhouse
13 Main St
Winters Ca. 95694
530 795-1825
Sun Jan 22nd 7pm
Don Quixotes International Music Hall
6275 Highway 9
Felton CA 95018
831- 603-2294
www.rickshea.net
Dirge Within partners with Rocket Science Ventures/THC: Music
DIRGE WITHIN is proud to announce a partnership with Rocket Science Ventures/THC: MUSIC who will release the band’s sophomore LP on 4/10 in North America via Sony RED.
“Myself and the rest of the guys in DW are very excited about this new chapter in the DW story, as well as our new partnership with Rocket Science Music. It seemed like a perfect fit, and I can't wait to see what we accomplish together in this new endeavor.” states says DIRGE WITHIN front man Jeremy Genske. “It's gonna be a whole new ride. New team, new atmosphere, and a new vibe. Get ready!”
DIRGE WITHIN will be entering Mercenary Studios in Zion, IL beginning on December 5th to record their sophomore full length release (yet to be titled and scheduled for an April 2012 release). They’re slated to be in the studio from December through the end of January. The production team will consist of Scott Creekmore (Engineer) and Ari Mihalopoulos (Producer) producing alongside DIRGE WITHIN.
Also, DIRGE WITHIN is announcing the departure of lead guitar player Matt Szlachta, who parted ways with the band in October to continue focus on his passion for teaching guitar to his students and for other personal reasons. “There's no bad blood at all, man. We're all still good buds and very close. His head and heart just weren't in it anymore, and he wanted to go back to teaching. He really loves it, and that's where he felt he had to be,” states Jeremy.
With the departure of Szlachta, DIRGE WITHIN is proud to announce the addition of new lead guitar player Chuck Wepfer, who will make his debut on the new release. Check out a video of Chuck here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phINvb1CZ48
The new release will also be the (full album) debut of drummer Frankie Harchut and bassist Jeff Paulick (Bassist/Vocals Lazarus A.D.) who has been filling on bass duties on tour with DW. “I am very excited about the new songs we've written for this new album, and that people will be able to check out my style of playing a little more. We worked our asses off writing these new songs, a lot of long nights, and I'm personally stoked to have our fans hear 'em. I really think they're gonna be into it,” stated drummer Frankie Harchut about the new album.
“The songs are heavier, smarter, and more melodic in parts. Some are even a little slower! There were no rules when we were writing at all. No holds barred. Whatever came out, came out. And I think it's gonna make a really good well rounded metal album,” added Jeremy.
For more information on DIRGE WITHIN, please visit these websites:
www.facebook.com/DirgeWithinOfficial
www.twitter.com/DIRGE_WITHIN
“Myself and the rest of the guys in DW are very excited about this new chapter in the DW story, as well as our new partnership with Rocket Science Music. It seemed like a perfect fit, and I can't wait to see what we accomplish together in this new endeavor.” states says DIRGE WITHIN front man Jeremy Genske. “It's gonna be a whole new ride. New team, new atmosphere, and a new vibe. Get ready!”
DIRGE WITHIN will be entering Mercenary Studios in Zion, IL beginning on December 5th to record their sophomore full length release (yet to be titled and scheduled for an April 2012 release). They’re slated to be in the studio from December through the end of January. The production team will consist of Scott Creekmore (Engineer) and Ari Mihalopoulos (Producer) producing alongside DIRGE WITHIN.
Also, DIRGE WITHIN is announcing the departure of lead guitar player Matt Szlachta, who parted ways with the band in October to continue focus on his passion for teaching guitar to his students and for other personal reasons. “There's no bad blood at all, man. We're all still good buds and very close. His head and heart just weren't in it anymore, and he wanted to go back to teaching. He really loves it, and that's where he felt he had to be,” states Jeremy.
With the departure of Szlachta, DIRGE WITHIN is proud to announce the addition of new lead guitar player Chuck Wepfer, who will make his debut on the new release. Check out a video of Chuck here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phINvb1CZ48
The new release will also be the (full album) debut of drummer Frankie Harchut and bassist Jeff Paulick (Bassist/Vocals Lazarus A.D.) who has been filling on bass duties on tour with DW. “I am very excited about the new songs we've written for this new album, and that people will be able to check out my style of playing a little more. We worked our asses off writing these new songs, a lot of long nights, and I'm personally stoked to have our fans hear 'em. I really think they're gonna be into it,” stated drummer Frankie Harchut about the new album.
“The songs are heavier, smarter, and more melodic in parts. Some are even a little slower! There were no rules when we were writing at all. No holds barred. Whatever came out, came out. And I think it's gonna make a really good well rounded metal album,” added Jeremy.
For more information on DIRGE WITHIN, please visit these websites:
www.facebook.com/DirgeWithinOfficial
www.twitter.com/DIRGE_WITHIN
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