| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | David Johansen of New York DollsPresented by Sellersville Theater 1894 at Sellersville Theater 1894 February 16, 2012 Best known as founder and frontman of the seminal proto-punk New York Dolls, David Johansen achieved commercial success under the pseudonym Buster Poindexter with the hit "Hot Hot Hot." A musical chameleon, Johansen also took a shot at country blues with The Harry Smiths. David appeared in several films and his music is heard on several soundtracks. He was an SNL musical mainstay and he hosts a weekly satellite radio show. In addition to periodically reforming The Dolls with... | Sellersville Theater 1894 | 02/16/12 | Sellersville |
| A Special Evening with Amy Helm, Bryon Isaacs and Martha Scanlan | Tin Angel | 02/16/12 | Philadelphia |
Lucy Wainwright Roche with Kyle SwartzwelderPresented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse February 17, 2012 An evening with Lucy Wainwright Roche.
To listen to samples, visit www.lucywainwrightroche.com
Lucy grew up in Greenwich Village, New York City, amidst a family of musicians. Her father is Loudon Wainwright, her mother is Suzzy Roche of The Roches. But she had other plans for herself. She always thought she'd be a teacher and she earned her Master's Degree in Education in 2007. She hit the road to sing backup with her brother, Rufus Wainwright, on his 2007 tour. Since then... | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 02/17/12 | Newtown Square |
Tea Leaf GreenPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 17, 2012 San Francisco’s Tea Leaf Green are newfangled Lost Boys, a traveling gang dedicated to seeking wisdom and experience in places both glorious and seedy. In many ways, this quintet is the essence of rock’s adventurous, playfully outlaw spirit, all of which ultimately fuels songs that resonate with classic vibrations, open-ended possibilities and radio-ready charm.
With the release of their seventh studio album Radio Tragedy!, Tea Leaf Green have crafted a... | World Cafe Live | 02/17/12 | Philadelphia |
Bronze Radio ReturnPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 17, 2012 There are some records that manage to span multiple eras of time and various places, in essence creating a new sonic space. New Englanders Bronze Radio Return have done just that on their sophomore album, the gorgeous and varied SHAKE! SHAKE! SHAKE!. Contained within the space between notes and breaths are thousands of miles, and decades of history.
The roots of this travelogue-time capsule -- and the band that made it -- can be traced back to lead singer and guitarist... | World Cafe Live | 02/17/12 | Philadelphia |
WXPN welcomes An Intimate Solo, Acoustic Performance by Citizen CopePresented by World Cafe Live at the Queen at World Cafe Live at the Queen February 17, 2012 Clarence Greenwood (stage name Citizen Cope) is an American songwriter and producer. His eclectic mix of blues, laid-back rock, soul, and folk has a large and profoundly dedicated following, built over the past decade of touring due to solid word of mouth.
Citizen Cope's compositions have been recorded by artists as varied as Carlos Santana, Dido and Richie Havens. He currently records and produces for his own record label, Rainwater Recordings, which he founded in 2010 after... | World Cafe Live at the Queen | 02/17/12 | Wilmington |
The Fallen Troubadours with Darry Miller and the Veil, Great Big House, and Echoes Talk BackPresented by The Note at The Note February 17, 2012 The Fallen Troubadours are a throwback to the days of bands such as the the Yardbirds and the Kinks. Their rootsy rock makes a great soundtrack for drunken nights and should be welcomed with open arms by Philly's like-minded music community. Their debut album will be released this fall on Universal Warning/Candy Colored Dragon.
Talk Back Echoes is a five-piece band from Reading/Philladelphia PA. What started off as a solo acoustic project grew into the animal it is today. As each... | The Note | 02/17/12 | West Chester |
Dollar Drinks Band Presented by Dollar Drinks band February 18, 2012 South Jersey's premiere rock cover band Dollar Drinks will be at the Last Chance Saloon. | Dollar Drinks band | 02/18/12 | Atco |
| Allison Mars Project | Allison Mars Project | 02/18/12 | Claymont |
Chris Despo with WindowviewPresented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse February 18, 2012 An evening with Chris Despo.
To listen to samples, visit www.myspace.com/chrisdespo
From the suburbs of Philadelphia, the red-headed Chris Despo stands out in the mix of today’s musicians. He has performed at many college and coffee house venues in the tri-state area. Some venues include World Cafe Live, Burlap and Bean, The North Star Bar, University of Delaware, Widener University, Philadelphia University, and Verizon Hall in the Kimmel Center accompanying members... | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 02/18/12 | Newtown Square |
YellowbirdsPresented by Moviate at moviate February 18, 2012 An intimate, all-ages show!
| Moviate | 02/18/12 | Harrisburg |
Nic CowanPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 18, 2012 Many young musicians have parents who are less than supportive when artistic aspirations are announced. It’s understandable. After all, becoming a doctor, lawyer or accountant are safe career bets. Donning a guitar, writing songs and pounding on club doors for gigs? Not so much.
But Nic Cowan never had that worry. When the native Texan and transplanted Atlantan decided to get serious about his musical career, he turned to the professional musician he knew best—his... | World Cafe Live | 02/18/12 | Philadelphia |
Live at the Fillmore: Allman Brothers TributePresented by Kennett Flash at Kennett Flash February 18, 2012 Very respected musicians in the Philadelphia tri-state area have banded together to perform a show in tribute to the original Allman Brothers Band and their legendary live concerts at one of the most famous rock music halls of all time, New York's Fillmore East. | Kennett Flash | 02/18/12 | Kennett Square |
Live at the Fillmore - The Defiinitive Original Allman Brothers TributePresented by Live At The Fillmore at Kennett Flash February 18, 2012 Live at the Fillmore is recognized as the definitive tribute to the original Allman Brothers Band, one of the greatest live bands of all time. Live at the Fillmore presents the music of the Allman Brothers Band in startling reality and captures the spirit of their world-famous performances at New York's Fillmore East Auditorium, often called the "church of rock and roll." | Live At The Fillmore | 02/18/12 | Kennett Square |
Seth Glier co-bill with Josh SchurrPresented by Tin Angel at Tin Angel February 18, 2012 For 22-year-old Massachusetts native Seth Glier, “The Next Right Thing” isn’t just an album title – it’s a way of life. “Each one of us is presented with the opportunity every day to do the next right thing, but we rarely take the time,” Glier says. “For a society so obsessed with being a part of something greater than ourselves, we are really quick to let our own fears and indifference shut the door on our intentions.” For his sophomore... | Tin Angel | 02/18/12 | Philadelphia |
WXPN welcomes An Intimate Solo and Acoustic Performance by Citizen CopePresented by World Cafe Live at the Queen at World Cafe Live at the Queen February 18, 2012 Clarence Greenwood (stage name Citizen Cope) is an American songwriter and producer. His eclectic mix of blues, laid-back rock, soul, and folk has a large and profoundly dedicated following, built over the past decade of touring due to solid word of mouth.
Citizen Cope's compositions have been recorded by artists as varied as Carlos Santana, Dido and Richie Havens. He currently records and produces for his own record label, Rainwater Recordings, which he founded in 2010 after... | World Cafe Live at the Queen | 02/18/12 | Wilmington |
Peanut Butter and Jams welcomes Bubble do BeatlesPresented by World Cafe Live at the Queen at World Cafe Live at the Queen February 18, 2012 New York City pop-rockers Bubble have a special affinity for the Fab Four, and their Beatles tribute shows have been wowing audiences of all ages. Join them for a set of kid-friendly rockin' hits from one of the greatest bands of all time... | World Cafe Live at the Queen | 02/18/12 | Wilmington |
Lightninging Record Release Show with Faux Slang and TutliePresented by Lightninging February 17-February 18, 2012 Two years ago, five young men decided to embark on a journey. While they were unsure of the future, one thing was clear: they were going to rock. After two endlessly interesting and unpredictably turbulent years, Lightninging has produced something worthy of celebration.... So come! Celebrate!
Our friends Tutlie are going to open the evening with their beautiful, fairy, baroque pop. Faux Slang will follow them with a swirl of psychedelic, punk, garage rock. We are tremendously... | Lightninging | 02/17/12-
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Mike Miz and the Dave Spencer TrioPresented by Steel City Coffeehouse at Steel City Coffeehouse February 18, 2012 About Mike Miz: He has a fine voice, the arrangements are tight, varied, and take unexpected turns every now and then. Good musicianship all the way around! Looking at the credits I took notice of the instruments played: pedal steel, baritone mandolin, upright bass, fiddle, Fender rhodes, cello, to name a few. An eclectic mix. It speaks highly of the musicianship required to bring them into a good light. Musicians love music. Seems obvious, but often it's not. These folks can really play,... | Steel City Coffeehouse | 02/18/12 | Phoenixville |
William Fitzsimmons with Special Guest Denison WitmerPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 19, 2012 William Fitzsimmons is equal parts songwriter and psychotherapist, creating captivating music which uniquely melds depravity, honesty, and autobiography into a counter-intuitive seamless whole. Since 2005, Fitzsimmons has created three full-length albums, each thoroughly themed and embossed with matters of family history, intimate disclosure and bold confession, yielding rich folk music ranging from the stark and acoustic to the voluminous and electronic. | World Cafe Live | 02/19/12 | Philadelphia |
Red Wanting BluePresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 19, 2012 Red Wanting Blue has been called the hardest working rock band in America. This isn’t surprising considering leader Scott Terry’s decade-long dedication to the road. His songs about its trials, sung in a remarkable radio-ready baritone, are backed by his expert band’s shimmering classic rock sound. Twelve of these tunes comprise this Columbus, Ohio-based band’s first official label release. | World Cafe Live | 02/19/12 | Philadelphia |
| Julia Nunes | World Cafe Live | 02/22/12 | Philadelphia |
The Cliff Hillis Combo and The JellybricksPresented by Steel City Coffeehouse at Steel City Coffeehouse February 22, 2012 About Cliff Hillis: Cliff Hillis has performed at Steel City numerous times as a solo artist and with his band The Forward Thinkers, previously as a member of the band IKE, and as a member of the Jeffrey Gaines Band. Cliff is one of the most talented singer-songwriters ever to grace our stage. His lyrics are intelligent, and his hooks are sure to get stuck in your head for awhile. He has won Best Male Songwriter and Best Singer-Songwriter awards and also won a national contest for writing a... | Steel City Coffeehouse | 02/22/12 | Phoenixville |
X - The TemptationsPresented by H Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University - H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center February 23, 2012 The history of The Temptations is the history of contemporary American pop. An essential component of the original Motown machine, that amazing engine invented by Berry Gordy, The Temps began their musical life in Detroit in the early sixties. It wasn’t until 1964, however, that the Smokey Robinson written-and-produced “The Way You Do, The Things You Do” turned the guys into stars. An avalanche of hits followed, many of which, like “My Girl,” for instance,... | H Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center | 02/23/12 | Shippensburg |
Peter Bradley AdamsPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 23, 2012 Peter Bradley Adams was formerly one half of the duo Eastmountainsouth, signed by Robbie Robertson (of The Band) to DreamWorks Records in 2002. Since then, Adams has released three solo records, and is set to release his fourth album Between Us on Mishara Music on June 14th.
“Adams is fast developing as a songwriter who both inspires and questions” – Nic Harcourt, Los Angeles Times Magazine, January 2010.
One of the... | World Cafe Live | 02/23/12 | Philadelphia |
| Joan Osborne Duo | Woodbridge Arts - Music On Main Street | 02/23/12 | Woodbridge |
Sonnifonic featuring Scott KollmanPresented by Tin Angel at Tin Angel February 23, 2012 Sonnifonic was formed when Grammy-award winner engineer/producer Tim Sonnefeld, formerly of Town Hall (Island Records) and his current project GANG (hotdogcityrecords), joined up with Scott Kollman, a versatile singer/songwriter from Philadelphia, and created the Sonnifonic sound. Kollman creates the music and lyrics, then hands them off to Sonnefeld, who with his expert musicianship takes over the wheel and single-handedly plays every instrument you hear on these records. The vocals and... | Tin Angel | 02/23/12 | Philadelphia |
Premiere Cover Band Dollar Drinks At Hot Shots Bar and Grille Presented by Dollar Drinks band February 24, 2012 Dollar Drinks, a premier South Jersey rock cover band will be rocking Hot Shots Bar & Grille. | Dollar Drinks band | 02/24/12 | Westville |
| The Strange Heat, Black Stars, The Formulary and The Shock Trials | World Cafe Live | 02/24/12 | Philadelphia |
John Conahan and Gina KazPresented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse February 24, 2012 As a singer/songwriter, John Conahan follows the tradition of thoughtful, piano-rooted songwriting. With bombastic vocals and exciting, beautiful piano playing, he is capable of introspective and sincere (yet angular) ballads, as well as the danceable and festive rockers. He’s shared the stage with folks like Jeffrey Gaines, Dispatch, Los Lobos and Rachael Sage. John is well known for his witty stage banter and amiable, festive persona. John has been featured on radio broadcasts... | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 02/24/12 | Newtown Square |
Bill O'Meara with Caleb SpauldingPresented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse February 25, 2012 An evening with Bill O'Meara
To listen to samples, visit www.billomearaband.com
Bill O'Meara picked up a guitar for the first time at the age of ten and almost immediately began a love affair with song-writing. A decade later Bill stood on stage at Citizens Bank Park (home of the Philadelphia Phillies) as the lead singer, guitarist and song writer of the band Morning Story and played to tens of thousands of fans as the opener for Bon Jovi.
Prior to Morning... | Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse | 02/25/12 | Newtown Square |
The TBH Group & Double V Bookings Presents The Better HalfPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 25, 2012 Join the Better Half and other great acts for a night of music and fun!
Also performing: John & Brittany, Jackson Rider, Bong Hits for Jesus and Shockwave Collective. | World Cafe Live | 02/25/12 | Philadelphia |
Downingtown School of RockPresented by Kennett Flash at Kennett Flash February 25, 2012 Since opening in 2003, the Downingtown School of Rock has produced some of the finest young musicians in the nation. The school's house band performs regularly throughout Chester County, presenting a mixture of classic rock, golden oldies and modern classics. This show will have something for fans of all music, regardless of whether you love Black Sabbath or the Beatles, Frank Zappa or the Jackson 5. Come out today and support the future stars of tomorrow! | Kennett Flash | 02/25/12 | Kennett Square |
Laura Mann and the LifeboysPresented by Tin Angel at Tin Angel February 25, 2012 Laura’s song writing collaborations include songs written with some of the industry's most successful writers, such as Eric Bazilian (Joan Osborne's "What If God Was One Of Us"), Scot Sax (Co-writer of Faith Hill and Tim McGraw's multi-platinum, Grammy winning hit duet "Like We Never Loved At All"), Mitch Goldfarb, and Lowen and Navarro (Pat Benatar's "We Belong") and Simon Townshend. Her relationship with Eric Lowen and Dan Navarro also inspired her to... | Tin Angel | 02/25/12 | Philadelphia |
Viv PeyratPresented by Tin Angel at Tin Angel February 25, 2012 Viv Peyrat live at the Tin Angel for one show only. | Tin Angel | 02/25/12 | Philadelphia |
The Joe Trainor TrioPresented by World Cafe Live at the Queen at World Cafe Live at the Queen February 25, 2012 The Joe Trainor Trio is a piano-based rock trio known for its enigmatic original material and energetic live shows. Focusing on original material, JT3 creates intense and engaging live performances designed to defy the expectations of the listener. JT3 is anchored by Joe Trainor, whose vocals and piano ebb between enticing and heartfelt to soaring and aggressive. Kevin Niemi (bass) and Jeff Dement (drums) round out the Trio and provide the foundation with a precision and focus that help... | World Cafe Live at the Queen | 02/25/12 | Wilmington |
Blue Bizness and Porkroll ProjectPresented by Steel City Coffeehouse at Steel City Coffeehouse February 25, 2012 About Blue Bizness:
Blue Bizness is led by vocalist/guitarist/harmonica player “Zig” Zeller, who is known in the Phoenixville area as not only a fine musician but a fine physician: He is a general practitioner at PennCare Family Medicine in Phoenixville. Zeller and company perform “high-energy blues rock and beyond, flavored with a dash of slide guitar, blues harmonica, and screamin' Fenders, served up on a bed of rock-solid... | Steel City Coffeehouse | 02/25/12 | Phoenixville |
Dilemma and Friends ExperiencePresented by Hello World Music February 25, 2012 Video Premieres, Networking Party and Live Performances By Tyler James, Chill Moody, Laurin Talese and Jade Alston
Hosted by Christina Sanchez and Music by DJ Arun
| Hello World Music | 02/25/12 | Philadelphia |
John Condron co-bill with Mickey HartePresented by Tin Angel at Tin Angel February 26, 2012 John Condron is a Philadelphia born singer-songwriter, musician, & producer who currently makes his home in the Chicago-land area. The sometimes front man for the power quartet “the benefit” has been spending much of his time lately focusing on solo performances that include material from his four previous studio albums as well as songs from an upcoming solo project due out @ the beginning of next year. John shares his time these days between performing & producing works... | Tin Angel | 02/26/12 | Philadelphia |
Meridee Winters 6th Annual Songwriters ShowcasePresented by Meridee Winters School of Music at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore February 26, 2012 The Meridee Winters School of Music will hold its Sixth Annual Songwriters Showcase at Milkboy Coffee in Ardmore. The Songwriters Showcase is Meridee Winters’ most exclusive show, featuring some of the area’s most promising young songwriters. What makes this show so unique is that every piece being performed was composed by its performer. Student singers accompany themselves on piano or guitar, budding classical composers perform their newest works, and teenage bands play their... | Meridee Winters School of Music | 02/26/12 | Ardmore |
Philly Rocks and RollsPresented by 11th Hour Theatre Company at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia February 27, 2012 The Must-See concert event of 2012 features the greatest hits from the most diverse decade in Rock & Roll history: The 1960’s! Featuring the music of The Beach Boys, Dion, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Dusty Springfield, Jefferson Airplane, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and many more! Philly Rocks has been SOLD OUT for the past six years, so get your tickets now! This year, get a sneak peak at 11th Hour’s spring production The Marvelous Wonderettes and don't miss your... | 11th Hour Theatre Company | 02/27/12 | Philadelphia |
Buckwheat ZydecoPresented by World Cafe Live at the Queen at World Cafe Live at the Queen February 27, 2012 Buckwheat Zydeco has been carrying the torch for his eponymous music for more than three decades. He is a fine accordionist, but there's always been more to his sound. Functioning brilliantly outside the confines of zydeco, he is a gutsy pianist and organist who earned his stripes in a funk/soul band. Buckwheat Zydeco is a bona-fide roots music legend and the new album "Lay Your Burden Down" proves that the old dog still has a few tricks up his sleeve. Although long-time fans will... | World Cafe Live at the Queen | 02/27/12 | Wilmington |
Pete Donnelly Presented by Pete Donnelly at MilkBoy Philly January 25-February 29, 2012 Pete Donnelly will be at Milkboy Philly every Wednesday from Jan 25th until Feb 29th in celebration of his new record When You Come Home. | Pete Donnelly | 01/25/12-
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Pete Donnelly Residency Featuring Tommy Stinson (The Replacements) and The ThirteenPresented by Pete Donnelly at MilkBoy Philly February 29, 2012 Pete Donnelly Residency featuring Tommy Stinson (The Replacements) and The Thirteen. | Pete Donnelly | 02/29/12 | Philadelphia |
Y&TPresented by Sellersville Theater 1894 at Sellersville Theater 1894 March 1, 2012 Best known for their signature anthem “Summertime Girls,” Y&T set the standard for hard rock bands including many that opened for them such as Metallica and Mötley Crüe. The powerhouse quartet is still fronted by lead vocalist, lead guitarist and founder Dave Meniketti and their high-energy show still captivates legions of fans. Originally formed as Yesterday and Today, they’ve sold millions albums with songs played on rock radio, MTV, VH1 and featured in... | Sellersville Theater 1894 | 03/01/12 | Sellersville |
Robert Glasper Experiment Featuring BilalPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia March 1, 2012 Robert Glasper has long kept one foot planted firmly in jazz and the other in hip-hop and R&B. He’s worked extensively with Q-Tip, playing keyboards on the rapper’s 2008 album The Renaissance and co-writing the album single "Life Is Better," which featured his label mate Norah Jones. Glasper also serves as the music director in yasiin bey’s (Mos Def) touring band, and has toured with the multi-platinum R&B singer Maxwell.
The Los... | World Cafe Live | 03/01/12 | Philadelphia |
Anais Mitchell CD Release PartyPresented by Tin Angel at Tin Angel March 1, 2012 In case you haven’t met her, Anaïs Mitchell is not a man. She’s a woman, quick to laugh and to cry, a fan of Jane Austen and miniskirts. She came of age reading the diaries of Anaïs Nin and blasting early Ani Difranco records. So it may catch a few listeners off-guard when Mitchell cries out, in the opening sequence of her latest album, “I’m a young man!” And it may come as a surprise when, over the course of eleven songs, she seems to be channeling... | Tin Angel | 03/01/12 | Philadelphia |
RAW Philly Artists Showcase Featuring Dante BucciPresented by RAW:natural born artists at G Lounge March 1, 2012 RAW:natural born artists is an independent arts organization that hand-selects and spotlights independent creatives in visual art, film, fashion, music, hair & makeup artistry, photography, models and performing art.
RAW events are multifaceted artistic showcases. Each event features a film screening, musical performance, fashion show, art gallery, performance art and a featured hairstylist and makeup artist. These artists are all local, hand-picked talent who have been... | RAW:natural born artists | 03/01/12 | Philadelphia |
| Allison Mars Project | Allison Mars Project | 03/02/12 | Drexel Hill |
XPN Welcomes Cheers ElephantPresented by World Cafe Live at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia March 2, 2012 In a time where overproduction is prevalent and the live show stands crucial, Cheers Elephant dominates with a tight and energetic sound that truly makes you stop and listen. Since their inception in 2007, Cheers Elephant has made fantastic strides beginning with the release of their eponymous first album, Cheers Elephant, which received praise from fans and critics alike. Their sound is raw and rootsy, yet far out with psychedelic flavor.
Also performing: The... | World Cafe Live | 03/02/12 | Philadelphia |
