| 02/08/12 |
Hotel California - A Salute To The Eagles
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 8, 2012
By blending their extraordinary vocal and musical talents, Hotel California faithfully and accurately reproduces the sound of the Eagles' studio albums while delivering a modern, action packed performance bringing this timeless music into 2012. Expect to hear mega-hits such as “Heartache Tonight,” “New Kid in Town,” “Lyin’ Eyes,” “Best Of My Love” and “One Of These Nights” plus selected titles from Don Henley, Joe Walsh and...
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| 02/09/12 |
Pat Travers Band
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 9, 2012
Guitarist Pat Travers established himself as a guitar hero with rock anthems like "Boom Boom (Out Go The Lights)," "Snorting Whiskey" and "HotShot."
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| 02/10/12 |
Ralph Stanley & The Clinch Mountain Boys
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 10, 2012
The legendary icon Dr. Ralph Stanley is one of the most influential artists of all time. Born in Virginia in 1927, The Clinch Mountain Boys became one of the most popular acts in Country Music history. After six decades, Ralph is still considered the best bluegrass banjo picker and tenor singer, plus he’s played on more than 170 albums and was featured in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” singing "O Death" which won him one of his three Grammy Awards. His other honors...
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| 02/10/12 |
Irish Comedy Tour
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 10, 2012
The Irish Comedy Tour takes the party atmosphere of a Dublin pub and combines it with a boisterous, belly-laugh trio. The clover - make that clever - comedians, whose ancestors hail from the Emerald Isle, include Detroit native Derek Richards, Boston-born Mike McCarthy and from Dublin, Keith Aherne. Audiences howl at Richards' tales about his mom's dog, the holidays & dating a stripper and Derek has appeared on The Bob and Tom Show, XM and Sirius, and The Weather Channel's Top 10....
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| 02/11/12 |
Real Diamond - The Premier Neil Diamond Tribute
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 11, 2012
Turn On Your Heart Light with the gift of Real Diamond for Valentines Day. Philly’s own premier Neil Diamond Tribute captures the excitement of one of America’s top hit makers performing platinum and gold chart topers such as “Sweet Caroline,” “Holly Holly,” “Cracklin’ Rosie,” “Song Sung Blue” and “Forever in Blue Jeans.”
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| 02/13/12 |
XPN Welcomes Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 13, 2012
For over forty years, multiple Grammy winners Ladysmith Black Mambazo have married the intricate rhythms and harmonies of their native South African traditions to the sounds and sentiments of gospel. Still led by founder Joseph Shabalala, they achieved international stardom in ‘86 on Paul Simon’s “Graceland” – a landmark recording considered seminal in introducing world music to mainstream audiences. Ladysmith also recorded with Stevie Wonder, Josh...
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| 02/16/12 |
David Johansen of New York Dolls
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented 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...
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| 02/18/12 |
Red Molly w/ Beaucoup Blue
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 18, 2012
Red Molly is well known for their gorgeous a cappella ballads, bluegrass-tinged folk and a touch of jazzy western swing all done up in their trademark three-part harmonies, signature dobro licks and inventive arrangements. ”If one word describes the new Red Molly CD ‘Light in the Sky’ that word is joyous. Once again, with the tick-tight arrangements, crystalline vocals and caramel harmonies," praises the Boston Globe. They’re joined by Beaucoup Blue - the...
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| 02/19/12 |
XPN Welcomes John Mayall
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 19, 2012
John Mayall performs with special guests the Jamie McLean Band.
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| 02/24/12 |
Dana Fuchs
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 24, 2012
In addition to fronting her own blues rock band, Dana Fuchs portrayed Janis Joplin on Broadway in “Love, Janis” and Sadie in the highly acclaimed film “Across the Universe.” Dana’s latest release “Love To Beg” combines rock, soul, gospel and blues and captures the visceral energy she brings to the stage every night. “Fuchs’ entree is a bold and beautiful thing, and her talent is immense.” - Billboard Magazine “Dana Fuchs and...
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| 02/25/12 |
Terri Clark
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 25, 2012
Eight-time Canadian Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year, Terri Clark racked up over a dozen hits including “Now that I Found You,” "I Wanna Do It All," "Poor Poor Pitiful Me," "I Just Wanna Be Mad" and her two #1s "Girls Lie Too" and “You’re Easy on the Eyes.” Catch Terri on her Roots & Wings Unplugged tour!
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| 02/26/12 |
The Amazing Kreskin
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 26, 2012
With a showman’s flair, a comedian’s wit and the capacities of a bona fide mentalist, The Amazing Kreskin for six decades dramatizes the unique facets of the human mind—his own mind. His very name is an integral part of pop culture throughout the world. Kreskin has had his own television series, board game, over sixteen books, his own theme song arranged by the renowned Skitch Henderson plus hundreds of appearances on almost every talk/variety show. Kreskin has received...
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| 02/28/12 |
Playing For Change
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
February 28, 2012
Playing for Change is a multimedia movement created to inspire, connect and bring peace to the world through music, uniting us as one human race. Inspired by the passion and energy of street musician Roger Ridley’s rendition of “Stand by Me,” Grammy award-winning producer Mark Johnson set out across the globe on an incredible journey recording and filming street musicians of different faiths, backgrounds and ethnicities, then blending their contributions into one unified...
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| 03/01/12 |
Y&T
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented 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...
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| 03/02/12 |
Tom Paxton
Sellersville Theater 1894
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| 03/02/12 |
Tom Paxton
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 2, 2012
Lifetime Achievement Grammy Recipient Tom Paxton is best known for his countless standards, such as "Ramblin' Boy," “Where I'm Bound,” "Whose Garden Was This" and “The Last Thing On My Mind." He’s become a voice for addressing issues of social injustice and inhumanity while laying bare the absurdities of modern culture. An integral part of the folk music community since the early 60's Greenwich Village scene, Tom Paxton's place in folk music...
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| 03/03/12 |
Tribute to John Denver: Ted Vigil with special guest Steve Weisberg
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 3, 2012
Looking and sounding just like John Denver, Ted Vigil pays tribute to one of the greatest American superstars of all time. Expect to hear hits like “Annie’s Song,” “Sunshine On My Shoulders,” “Back Home Again,” “I’m Sorry” and “Thank G-d I’m a Country Boy.” Ted will be joined by John Denver’s guitarist, dobro player and background vocalist Steve Weisberg.
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| 03/04/12 |
Honey Island Swamp Band
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 4, 2012
Described as “Americana on the Bayou,” Honey Island Swamp Band draws from a variety of roots influences including Lowell George and Little Feat, Taj Mahal, Jerry Garcia, Gram Parsons and New Orleans’ own “Night Tripper,” the legendary Dr. John. HISB’s mixes country-inflected rock and New Orleans funky blues making their music so familiar and unique at the same time.
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| 03/07/12 |
Altan
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 7, 2012
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Ireland's foremost Celtic super-group! Altan has moved audiences worldwide with heartwarming and dynamic live performances while their exquisitely produced award winning albums - ranging from sensitive traditional Irish songs to hard hitting reels and jigs - have gone gold and platinum in their native Ireland. Performing over 25 years and going strong, Altan has also recorded or performed with many other internationally recognized artists including The...
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| 03/08/12 |
Phil Keaggy Band
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 8, 2012
Returning for the first time with his band for a plugged in performance, Phil Keaggy’s career spans more than 30 years including over 50 solo albums and eight releases with Glass Harp. Phil has won several Dove Awards (while dominating the Instrumental Record category) and thrice voted one of the top finger style guitarists by Guitar Player Magazine readers including Gold Level Award Winner for Best Spiritual/Worship Guitarist.
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| 03/09/12 |
Roomful Of Blues
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 9, 2012
Roomful Of Blues returns for a non-stop, hip-shaking party performing music from their new CD “Hook, Line and Sinker” featuring songs from the likes of Little Richard, Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown and Floyd Dixon among others. Inspired by the spirit of groundbreaking music of post-World War II, Roomful breathes new life into vintage classics, infusing them with boundless energy and fiery, swinging solos and vocals. “Excellent, marvelous wall-to-wall...
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| 03/10/12 |
Jim Messina (of Buffalo Springfield, Poco, Loggins & Messina)
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 10, 2012
Jim Messina was in three of the most iconic Americana folk rock bands of all time: Rock n Roll Hall of Famers Buffalo Springfield (performed in and produced last album featuring the Richie Furay classic “Kind Woman”); co-formed Poco with Rusty Young and Richie (produced first albums plus wrote signature song “You Better Think Twice”) and went on to produce produce and partner with Kenny Loggins (released nine albums amassing over 14 million record sales featuring hits...
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| 03/11/12 |
Allan Holdsworth Band feat. Jimmy Haslip & Virgil Donati w/ Marbin
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 11, 2012
Revered by peers including Pat Metheny and John McLaughlin, Allan Holdsworth is one of today’s most prominent guitarists and is an innovator within the worlds of rock and jazz. He was in the legendary Soft Machine and co-founded the prog-rock supergroup UK. Musician Magazine placed Holdsworth in the top 10 of their 100 greatest guitarists of all time and he’s an inductee of Guitar Player Magazine's Hall of Fame as a five-time winner in their readers' poll. Grammy winning producer...
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| 03/13/12 |
Celtic Crossroads
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 13, 2012
One of Ireland's best critically acclaimed and exhilarating stage shows, Celtic Crossroads is an explosion of youthful energy and dazzling musicianship. It abounds with fusions of traditional roots through other genres of its musical family including bluegrass, gypsy and jazz while pulsating with the rhythms of exciting Irish dance percussion. The cast of all-Ireland champion performers incorporates world-class musicians playing an array of both traditional and non-traditional instruments...
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| 03/15/12 |
Bill Monaghan & Celtic Pride
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 15, 2012
It’s a pre-Saint Patrick’s Day Party with the rustic, energetic and light-hearted Celtic Pride! They’ll perform traditional and modern Irish tunes in the flavor of the Clancy Brothers, Irish Rovers and U2. Fronted by vocalist/multi-instrumentalist/composer Bill Monaghan, this high spirited band is also capable of poignant, touching ballads.
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| 03/16/12 |
Darrell Scott
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 16, 2012
What do Keb Mo, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Kathy Mattea, Garth Brooks, Suzy Bogguss and Patty Loveless have in common? They have recorded songs by Darrell Scott, whose career has primarily focused on songs he’s written for famous names and voices. Among Darrell’s many industry accolades, he received Grammy nods, including one for “Long Time Gone” by The Dixie Chicks. His sixth solo album “A Crooked Road” demonstrates his soul-saturated voice and dazzling...
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| 03/17/12 |
Lee Ritenour
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 17, 2012
Grammy Award-winning guitarist and Fourplay founder Lee Ritenour recorded over forty albums and charted with “Cross My Heart” and the contemporary jazz classic "Is It You." Caption Fingers also played guitar in over studio 3,000 sessions for the likes of Pink Floyd (“The Wall”), Steely Dan (“Aja”), Mamas and Papas, Tony Bennett, Dizzy Gillespie, Sonny Rollins, BB King, Simon and Garfunkel, Brother Ray, Aretha, Sinatra and Streisand. In addition...
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| 03/18/12 |
Dry Branch Fire Squad
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 18, 2012
In over thirty-five years Dry Branch Fire Squad has become an institution in American acoustic music. They’re inspired by a fierce and uncompromising loyalty to the most traditional aspects of bluegrass, old time and southern gospel and fueled by the musical vision and cultural commentary of Ron Thomason. Performing over sixty times at The Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival, Dry Branch Fire Squad has made the Library of Congress for its Select List of Significant Recordings of American...
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| 03/22/12 |
XPN Welcomes Tom Rush
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 22, 2012
A music legend thrilling audiences over for 40 years, Tom Rush first introduced the world to the songs of Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne and James Taylor. Tom’s captivating performances with his ever-romantic, gently rustic folk music combine his time-tested mix of new and old with chestnuts like “Urge For Going,” “Who Do You Love” and “No Regrets.” His legendary Circle Game album helped shape the 60s folk revival and the renaissance of the 80s and...
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| 03/23/12 |
Voyage - Journey Tribute
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 23, 2012
Hailed by fans and critics alike as the world’s best journey tribute, VOYAGE’s singer Hugo is an absolute dead ringer for Steve Perry both visually & vocally and the band features top class NY musicians. Voyage takes you back to the late 70s to mid-80s when the timeless music of Journey ruled the airwaves with the classics “Open Arms,” “Who’s Crying Now,” “Separate Ways” and of course “Don’t Stop Believin.’"
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| 03/24/12 |
Second City
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 24, 2012
Celebrating 50 years of funny, Second City served as the launching pad for Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Alan Arkin, John and Jim Belushi, Joan Rivers, Peter Boyle, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Robert Klein, Chris Farley, Mike Myers, Gilda Radner, Harold Ramis, John Candy and Bill Murray among countless other comedic actors. Catch some of the hottest comedy stars currently with The Second City Touring Company as they’ll bring laughter and joy to Sellersville. Funny and fast-paced,...
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| 03/25/12 |
Southside Johnny and The Poor Fools
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 25, 2012
Embarking on a stripped down journey through Johnny Lyon's eclectic version of the Great American Songbook, Southside Johnny & The Poor Fools will play a wide range of music pulled from Dylan, Mose Allison, Muddy Waters, NRBQ, Richard Thompson, Emmylou Harris, The Band, George Jones and more. The Poor Fools will also dive into some legendary Asbury Jukes material, revisiting classics plus underperformed deep tracks. No rules. No fences. Just a Jersey legend and his troubadours looking...
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| 03/28/12 |
Thomas Dolby
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 28, 2012
Creatively merging technology with cohesive musical expression, Thomas “Dolby” Robertson’s hits include "Hyperactive," “Europa and the Pirate Twins,” “One Of Our Submarines” and of course "She Blinded Me With Science," which earned MTV airplay, numerous awards and five Grammy nods. Expect a band show featuring familiar favorites and songs from Thomas Dolby’s latest album “A Map of the Floating City.”
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| 03/28/12 |
XPN Welcomes Thomas Dolby
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 28, 2012
XPN Welcomes Thomas Dolby - The Time Capsule Tour with Aaron Jonah Lewis and Ben Belcher
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| 03/29/12 |
Badfinger
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 29, 2012
Still fronted by Joey Molland, Badfinger is best known for their Beatlesque hits including “Come And Get It,” ”No Matter What,” “Baby Blue,” their gold single “Day After Day” and penned “Without You” which Harry Nilsson took to number one (and was also covered by Mariah Carey). Badfinger was signed to Apple Records and charted with a string of classic songs including the Paul McCartney-penned “Come And Get It” (from the...
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| 03/30/12 |
Asleep At The Wheel - Two Shows!
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 30, 2012
Nine time Grammy Winning Kings of Texas Swing, Asleep at the Wheel, roll back to Sellersville! Philly’s own Ray Benson still fronts the roots music outfit he founded over 40 years ago, turning out an incredible 25+ albums!
"The set is so authentic that one almost feels guilty listening to it on modern speakers instead of seated around the old Victrola." - Billboard
"Asleep at the Wheel has sparked an amazing album of sexy, old-time ragtime tunes,...
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| 03/31/12 |
Dead On Live: A Note For Note Performance Of Workingman's Dead & American Beauty
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
March 31, 2012
Celebrating the music of the Grateful Dead, Dead On performs faithful note for note recreations of Workingman’s Dead and American Beauty which include favorites “Uncle John’s Band,” “Casey Jones,” “Truckin’,” “Sugar Magnolia,” “Box of Rain,” “Friend of the Devil” and “Ripple.” Multi-instrumentalist Marc Muller assembled an impressive cast of world class musicians that reproduce...
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| 04/01/12 |
Jimmy Thackery & The Drivers
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 1, 2012
Nighthawks co-founder Jimmy Thackery unleashes an intense volley of rockin' blues. His double edged guitar dynamics allow him to bend notes so they'll fit under a limbo bar and find space within the trembling of one stinging riff. Spending time on stage with the late great Muddy Waters, Jimmy’s latest albums lead to a place where country, R&B, and even a touch of surf music all fit seamlessly with his trademark guitar blues.
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| 04/05/12 |
Melanie
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 5, 2012
Grammy and Emmy Award Winning Melanie Safka first attracted national attention at Woodstock the summer of '69, which inspired her to write "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain).” Her gold single "Brand New Key" - an infectious romp about freedom and roller skates - topped the charts in 1971. Celebrating her 40+ year career, Melanie served as UNICEF spokesperson, performed worldwide from Royal Albert Hall to Carnegie Hall and her songs were covered by singers as diverse as...
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| 04/06/12 |
Ozric Tentacles
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 6, 2012
One of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK, Ozric Tentacles layer ambient and ethereal landscapes with freeform dub trips and incredible rave grooves and psychedelic progressive rock. Their open exploration of music and the soul continues to delight fans worldwide. Still lead by founder, composer and band leader Ed Wynne, the legendary Ozrics released 25 albums in 25 years, scored a hit record and sold over a million units world-wide.
"The Ozrics drift to rock...
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| 04/07/12 |
James Hunter
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 7, 2012
Best known for the mega-hit “People Gonna Talk,” James’s passion for '50s and '60s American music permeates his soulful sound. It made him an overnight success in the US, although he’s been playing live in his native UK for twenty years. James and his skin-tight band supported the likes of Aretha Franklin, Boz Scaggs and Van Morrison and his mellifluous vibe can be heard on his latest CD The Hard Way.
"James Hunter is one of the best voices,...
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| 04/11/12 |
XPN Welcomes Shemekia Copeland
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 11, 2012
Multiple Blues Award winner and Grammy nominee Shemekia Copeland is the heir to the rich tradition of soul-drenched divas!
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| 04/13/12 |
Rhonda Vincent & The Rage
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 13, 2012
Inheriting timeless bluegrass strains from her family in the hills of their Missouri homeland, you can hear Rhonda Vincent echo them when she sings or runs her hands across a mandolin, guitar or fiddle. With multiple Grammy nods and over a half-dozen International Bluegrass Music Association Awards (including five consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year trophies) to her credit, Rhonda is one of the most acclaimed and popular figures on today's bluegrass scene.
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| 04/14/12 |
Loudon Wainwright III
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 14, 2012
Grammy Winning Loudon Wainwright III recently released “40 Odd Years,” a 24 album career spanning a 4-CD/1-DVD box set. His songs have been recorded by Johnny Cash, Earl Scruggs, Big Star, Kate and Anna McGarrigle and his son Rufus Wainwright. Loudon himself charted with "Dead Skunk." He also has many TV and film acting credits including M*A*S*H, “Ally McBeal,” “The 40 Year Old Virgin,” "Knocked Up" (and sang closing credits song...
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| 04/15/12 |
Bacon Brothers
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 15, 2012
Make your day less taxing with Michael and Kevin, The Bacon Brothers, whose music is laden with their trademark gritty rock plus a touch of Philly soul, hearkening back to their homegrown roots in the City of Brotherly Love. The Bacons always sell-out, so we strongly urge acquiring your tickets well in advance!
“Hollywood hangs like an albatross around the neck of any movie star turned musician, but this duo shakes off the burden of fame with sharply executed rock that has...
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| 04/19/12 |
Cactus
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 19, 2012
One of the first 70s super-groups, Cactus still features original members Carmine Appice (from Vanilla Fudge) and Jim McCarty (from Mitch Ryder's Detroit Wheels and The Buddy Miles Express) plus Pete Bremy (also from Vanilla Fudge) and recruited Savoy Brown vocalist Jimmy Kunes and Randy Pratt on harp. Cactus influenced a generation of fans turned rockers including Van Halen, Monster Magnet, Kings X, Billy Sheehan, David Coverdale, Kid Rock and Ted Nugent.
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| 04/20/12 |
Tempest
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 20, 2012
Celebrating nearly 25 years of Celtic Rock, Tempest delivers a globally-renowned hybrid of high-energy folk rock fusing Irish reels, Scottish ballads, Norwegian influences and other world music elements. They’re founded and fronted by Oslo native Lief Sorbye who sings lead and plays electric mandolin. Tempest is acclaimed worldwide and their latest release “Another Dawn” showcases their inventive original and traditional material.
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| 04/21/12 |
Nanci Griffith
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 21, 2012
Hailed by Rolling Stone as "The Queen of Folkabilly," Nanci Griffith has won multiple Grammys, some during her work with the Chieftains. Her signature songs include “Once In a Very Blue Moon” and “It's a Hard Life Wherever You Go” plus she penned "Gulf Coast Highway" (Emmylou and Willie duet), "Love At The Five And Dime" (Kathy Mattea) & "Outbound Plane" (Suzy Bogguss). In turn, Nanci was the first to record Julie...
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| 04/22/12 |
Peppino D'Agostino
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 22, 2012
Award winning compositional finger-style guitarist Peppino D'Agostino is known for his dynamic & mesmerizing performances which blend folk, Irish, Italian, Brazilian, flamenco and jazz traditions. An international treasure, Peppino receives immense critical recognition and is a featured performer on the "Guitar Masters" tour with Andy Mckee and Eric Johnson.
“...a guitarist’s guitarist.” - Acoustic Guitar Magazine
“Peppino...
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| 04/26/12 |
Wishbone Ash
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 26, 2012
One of the major innovators of the harmony twin lead guitar format, Wishbone Ash achieved initial success in the early 70's England. They became international superstars and are still led by founder, guitarist and vocalist Andy Powell. After revolving line-ups featuring former members from King Crimson, Trapeze and Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash is stronger than ever as they celebrate the release of their new album “Elegant Stealth.”
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| 04/27/12 |
Graham Parker & The Figgs
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 27, 2012
Graham Parker returns with his full electric band The Figgs. For nearly 30 years he’s been slinging his signature sound, earning a spot in the pantheon of influential rock ‘n’ roll figures. Since his early days with The Rumour, Parker has coupled punk’s energy with his deeply rooted love of American R&B, country and soul music. Graham was at the forefront of the new-wave movement since the mid-70s with the classic albums “Squeezing Out Sparks” &...
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| 04/28/12 |
Paula Poundstone
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
April 28, 2012
Famous for her razor-sharp wit and spontaneity, Paula Poundstone's insightful musings and offbeat interpretations of everything in everyday life have made her one of the foremost topical and imaginative comedians. Paula’s ever-increasing accomplishments include an American Comedy Award for Best Female Stand-Up, two CableACE Awards and an Emmy. Her TV work includes “Tonight Show,” “Letterman,” “Rosie O'Donnell,” and “SNL” appearances plus...
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| 05/02/12 |
Igor & The Red Elvises
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
May 2, 2012
Founded in L.A. by Russian political refugee Igor Yuzov, The Red Elvises are over-the-top showmen with good-natured humor and high-energy amusing music that fills dance floors. The Red Elvises eclectic career includes some dozen albums, TV and movie appearances including Six String Samurai, Mail Order Bride, Armageddon, VH1's Behind The Music, Penn and Teller's Sin City Extravaganza, MTV and Melrose Place, and they have played Live 8 in Moscow.
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| 05/03/12 |
Smokin' Joe Kubek w/ Bonis King
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
May 3, 2012
Pennsylvania born and Dallas raised Joe Kubek and Louisiana’s Bnois King have been thrilling music fans around the world for 20 years. Getting his start by playing rhythm guitar behind Freddie King, Kubek delivers a frenzied, flame-throwing fretwork display that’s tempered by the remarkable accompaniment of Bnois King's jazz influenced guitar and soul tinged vocals. The two create a one-two punch of raw, tough, blues-rock filled with intensity and purpose!
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| 05/04/12 |
Chris Hillman & Herb Pedersen
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
May 4, 2012
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Chris Hillman is a pioneer of California Country Rock Sound. As a member of the Byrds, he penned classics like “So You Want to be A Rock n Roll Star" with bandmate Roger McGuinn, with whom he subsequently reconnected in McGuinn-Clark-Hillman. Chris was also in the Americana trail blazing band Flying Burrito Brother and (with his lifelong pal Herb Pedersen) founded The Desert Rose Band, which yielded over a dozen country hits including the chart-toppers...
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| 05/12/12 |
Southern Culture On The Skids - Two Shows!
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
May 12, 2012
Join us for a sweaty Cinco de Mayo party as Southern Culture on the Skids return with their Southern-fried chicken flingin' trashabilly antics. Long the bards of downward mobility, SCOTS play a unique hybrid of Americana, surf, RnB, rockabilly and swamp pop while driving fans into ecstatic paroxysms of joy. Expect the likes of "Eight Piece Box," “Too Much Pork For Just One Fork” and "Camel Walk" while leaving behind a trail of pudding and crushed KFC boxes....
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| 05/12/12 |
Craig Shoemaker
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
May 12, 2012
Named ACM Comedian of the Year, Craig Shoemaker also won two Emmys and his Comedy Central program was voted a “Top 20” stand-up special of all time. After making his debut on KYW-TV and winning the “Best Of Philly” Award, Craig went on to write for and appear in over 100 television shows and films including The View, Comic Relief, Showtime’s Comedy All-Stars, Hollywood Squares, Pleasantville, his self-penned critically acclaimed release The Lovemaster and he...
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| 05/18/12 |
The Bronx Wanderers
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
May 18, 2012
Recreating the magic of the era, The Bronx Wanderers will take you back to the '50s and '60s with the heart and soul of Doo-wop and rock and roll. The Wanderers perform original material and many all time favorites their fans have come to love, such as the Frankie Valli medley.
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| 06/01/12 |
Laurence Juber with Frank Vignola
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
June 1, 2012
Two-time Grammy winner Laurence Juber fuses folk, jazz and pop to create a multifaceted performance and has been voted #1 by Fingerstyle Guitar magazine. Juber is the lead guitarist for Paul McCartney's Wings and has released 19 acclaimed solo albums, including his award-winning The Pink Panther, which can be heard on albums by groups and musicians ranging from Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks to Barry Manilow. He also performs and/or composes for TV and film, including the...
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| 06/02/12 |
The Fabulous Greaseband
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
June 2, 2012
Performing some of best music of the '50s, '60s and '70s,The Fabulous Greaseband is the ultimate rock and roll party band. Their highly entertaining and energetic delivery features the greatest dance songs ever written, which have kept the group on top for the last thirty-five years!
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| 06/08/12 |
Peter Tork (of the Monkees) & Shoe Suede Blues
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
June 8, 2012
Long before joining The Monkees, Peter Tork was a well-respected musician in the burgeoning '60s Village folk and blues scene playing with the likes of Steven Stills and John Phillips of the Mamas and Papas. Peter's gift for playing a plethora of instruments (bass, guitar, keyboard, banjo and French horn) generated high demand for his services as a sideman and back-up artist. Jimi Hendrix jammed with Peter on several occasions, calling him "the most talented Monkee." Shoe Suede...
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| 06/26/12 |
Iona
Sellersville Theater 1894
Presented by Sellersville Theater 1894
at Sellersville Theater 1894
June 26, 2012
Uniquely combining progressive rock and ambient folk with the crystalline voice of Joanne Hogg, Iona creates a blaze of colors and textures whose spiritual and atmospheric, yet uplifting music stirs the emotions. They built a formidable reputation over the last two decades as a compelling live band with incredible musicianship. Inspired by the Celtic Golden Age, Iona takes their name from the small island off the west coast of Scotland.
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