Events
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Rich Robinson
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03/16/12 |
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XPN Welcomes Feist
Presented by Academy of Music at Academy of Music May 8, 2012 Feist will be returning stateside this spring to play a run of dates across the country in support of 2011 release, Metals, with Philadelphia performance at the Academy of Music, May 8 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale for the Philadelphia performance, Friday, February 3 at 10 a.m. Kicking things off with a two weekend stint at Coachella in Indio, Calif., Feist and her band will make tour stops in Marfa, Tex. to the famed Radio City Music Hall in New York City. |
Academy of Music |
05/08/12 |
Academy of Music, Philadelphia |
XPN Welcomes David Johansen
Presented by Arden Concert Gild at Arden Club - Gild Hall February 18, 2012 David Johansen is one of the most influential singers, songwriters and band leaders in rock and roll history. He will perform an evening of his classic songs and great covers in an acoustic duo performance. From the classic albums of the New York Dolls, which presaged the New Wave and Punk movements in the 70s, to his great solo career, his film acting work, his hilarious and fun years as Buster Poindexter, to his great folk song series with the Harry Smiths, David Johansen has... |
Arden Concert Gild |
02/18/12 |
Arden Club - Gild Hall, Arden |
XPN Welcomes Hoots and Hellmouth
Presented by Arden Concert Gild at Arden Club - Gild Hall March 3, 2012 Hoots & Hellmouth are a busy bunch. Road warriors to the bitter end, they've somehow found time to enter the studio twice in the last year to produce two records showcasing their forward-thinking roots/soul music. Their latest offering, the full-length Salt (street date 10/4/11), was recorded in their hometown of Philadelphia at Miner Street Studios with friend/engineer Jon Low (Dr. Dog, Sharon Van Etten, Twin Sister). The result speaks volumes to the evolution of a band committed to... |
Arden Concert Gild |
03/03/12 |
Arden Club - Gild Hall, Arden |
Matthew Shipp Trio
Presented by Ars Nova Workshop at Philadelphia Art Alliance March 9, 2012 Please join Ars Nova Workshop for the Philadelphia debut of the Matthew Shipp Trio. Following 2011's spectacular The Art Of The Improviser LP, tonight Shipp's Trio celebrates the upcoming release of Elastic Aspects on Thirsty Ear Recordings. |
Ars Nova Workshop |
03/09/12 |
Philadelphia Art Alliance, Philadelphia |
Endangered Blood
Presented by Ars Nova Workshop April 14, 2012 Join Ars Nova Workshop for the Philadelphia debut of Endangered Blood, a new jazz quartet with Chris Speed, Oscar Noriega, Trevor Dunn and Jim Black. |
Ars Nova Workshop |
04/14/12 |
The Maas Building, Philadelphia |
Amir ElSaffar and the Two Rivers Ensemble
Presented by Ars Nova Workshop at Philadelphia Art Alliance February 18, 2012 Join Ars Nova Workshop for a performance by the Two Rivers Ensemble led by Iraqi-American composer-performer Amir ElSaffar, whose unique compositions bring together traditional Iraqi and jazz music. |
Ars Nova Workshop |
02/18/12 |
Philadelphia Art Alliance, Philadelphia |
Kenny Vance & The Planotones
Presented by ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest at Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks March 1, 2012 A member of the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, Kenny Vance was a founding member of Jay and The Americans, the 1960s pop group that produced hits such as “Cara Mia” and “Come a Little Bit Closer.” Vance went on to compose, supervise and produce a long list of scores and soundtracks for feature films and television. He gave musical life to American Hot Wax, the definitive big screen story of pioneering rock ‘n’ roll DJ Alan Freed. The Planotones were... |
ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest |
03/01/12 |
Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks, Bethelehem |
Ryan Montbleau Band with Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds
Presented by ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest at Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks April 14, 2012 Though he has long since embraced the full-band ethos, Montbleau spent a number of years as an acoustic solo artist at the beginning of his career, so it’s no wonder that he’s making up for lost time by fully embracing the range of stylistic possibilities fuller arrangements offer. Growing up in Peabody, Mass., Montbleau got his first guitar at age 9, but didn’t get the bug to become a serious player or writer until he was attending Villanova University. His first... |
ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest |
04/14/12 |
Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks, Bethelehem |
An Acoustic Evening With Mary Chapin Carpenter & Shawn Colvin On Stage Together
Presented by ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest at Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks April 29, 2012 Two of America's most popular singer-songwriters come together for one amazing evening! By combining folk, country, acoustic, rock and blues, five-time Grammy Award winner Mary Chapin Carpenter has proven herself to be an artist for whom the conventional boundaries of the music business disappear. Born in Princeton, N.J., Carpenter got her start in the Washington, D.C. music scene and eventually signed with Columbia Records, where she spent nearly 20 years and sold more than 13 million... |
ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest |
04/29/12 |
Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks, Bethelehem |
Rusted Root
Presented by ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest at Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks May 20, 2012 Rusted Root has sold more than three million albums worldwide. Formed in Pittsburgh by singer/guitarist Michael Glabicki in the early '90s, the group's worldly style quickly charmed fans of roots music and world rock.
After debuting in 1992 with the self released Cruel Sun, Rusted Root signed with Mercury Records and released the 1994 platinum selling breakthrough When I Woke, which featured the hit songs "Send Me On My Way," "Ecstasy" and "Martyr."... |
ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest |
05/20/12 |
Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks, Bethelehem |
Sonny Landreth
Presented by ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest at Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks June 22, 2012 Eric Clapton says Sonny Landreth "is probably the most underestimated musician on the planet and also probably one of the most advanced." From the Reach, the Grammy-nominated Landreth's most recent album, was the first to be released on his own Landfall label. On it, the Louisiana-based slide-guitar wizard did something unprecedented in his body of work, as he collaborated with five of the greatest guitar players on the planet - Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Robben Ford, Eric... |
ArtsQuest/Bethlehem Musikfest |
06/22/12 |
Musikfest Cafe at Steel Stacks, Bethelehem |
The Satyr Hill Band
Presented by Baldwin's Station at Baldwin's Station February 23, 2012 The Satyr Hill Band is an enjoyably versatile five piece acoustic group which features superb vocal harmonies and fine-tuned arrangements. Four lead singers, each with his own style, present a true variety in listening enjoyment. Classic instrumentation of banjo, fiddle, guitar, bass, and mandolin gives a fullness of sound that belies the fact that their sound is essentially acoustic. Each member is a dedicated musician highly accomplished on his own instrument. They've worked together many... |
Baldwin's Station |
02/23/12 |
Baldwin's Station, Skyesville |
Garnet Rogers
Presented by Baldwin's Station at Baldwin's Station March 15, 2012 “The greatest interpreter and vocalist performing in the contemporary folk scene.” ~ Sing Out. Born in Hamilton, Ontario to parents of Nova Scotian descent, Garnet Rogers spent many hours in front of the old floor model radio listening to Grand Ol' Opry broadcasts and harmonizing with his brother, the late folk legend Stan Rogers. Two years later, Garnet was playing the definitive 8-year-old's version of "Desolation Row" on his ukulele. He soon abandoned that... |
Baldwin's Station |
03/15/12 |
Baldwin's Station, Skyesville |
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22nd Annual Berks Jazz Fest
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Berks Arts Council |
03/23/12 -
04/01/12 |
Crowne Plaza Reading Ballroom, Wyomissing |
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The Manhattan Transfer
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Berks Jazz Fest |
03/23/12 |
Sovereign Performing Art Center, Reading |
JaZz in P!nk
Presented by Berks Jazz Fest at Crowne Plaza Reading Ballroom March 23, 2012 Part of the 22nd annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest.
JaZz in P!nk is an all-star, all-female band featuring Gail Jhonson, Cindy Bradley, Karen Briggs, Althea Rene, Paula Atherton, Lynne Fiddmont, Mariea Antoinnette, "Pockett" Brown, Darlene Moreno, Robin Bramlett and Sundra Manning. |
Berks Jazz Fest |
03/23/12 |
Crowne Plaza Reading Ballroom, Wyomissing |
Sax Pack featuring Kim Waters, Steve Cole and Jeff Kashiwa
Presented by Berks Jazz Fest at Crowne Plaza Reading Ballroom March 24, 2012 As part of the 22nd annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest,! The Sax Pack is a dynamic act consisting of three signature sax players: Steve Cole, Kim Waters and Jeff Kashiwa. Backed by a tight rhythm section, the talented trio combine their lifelong love of music and their passion for performance, to make an impact on audiences that love music as much as they do. |
Berks Jazz Fest |
03/24/12 |
Crowne Plaza Reading Ballroom, Wyomissing |
Global Noize
Presented by Berks Jazz Fest at Gerald Veasley's Jazz Base Club March 24, 2012 Part of the 22nd annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest. Global Noize featuring Jason Miles, DJ Logic, Falu, Jay Rodriguez, Amanda Ruzza, Will Calhoun plus special guests Cyro Baptista and Maurice Brown Miles and his diverse lineup brings a unique free-spirited brew of jazz, funk, electronica and world music. |
Berks Jazz Fest |
03/24/12 |
Gerald Veasley's Jazz Base Club, Wyomissing |
Bela Fleck & The Original Flecktones
Presented by Berks Jazz Fest at Sovereign Performing Art Center March 25, 2012 Part of the 22nd annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest.
Bela Fleck & The Original Flecktones are being reunited for a special tour that may be the last time the dynamic group performs together. After nearly two decades, the original Flecktones have joined forces again and released a new CD project, Rocket Science, featuring new music from the original lineup of banjoist and bandleader Bela Fleck, pianist/harmonica player Howard Levy, percussionist Roy... |
Berks Jazz Fest |
03/25/12 |
Sovereign Performing Art Center, Reading |
Jeff Golub Band featuring Henry Butler
Presented by Berks Jazz Fest at Gerald Veasley's Jazz Base Club March 23, 2012 Part of the 22nd annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest.
Guitarist Jeff Golub is a Berks Jazz Fest favorite—and the fest is thrilled to have him back this year. Golub's life has been turned upside down recently, as he has lost his sight in both eyes over the summer—ironically, while touring with pianist Henry Butler, who has been blind since birth. |
Berks Jazz Fest |
03/23/12 |
Gerald Veasley's Jazz Base Club, Wyomissing |
George Benson
Presented by Berks Jazz Fest at Sovereign Performing Art Center March 24, 2012 Part of the 22nd annual Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest.
The legendary jazz guitarist George Benson is making his second appearance ever at the Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest, his first since 2004.
In his four-decade career, Benson has been heralded as a jazz guitarist of unparalleled chops, a vocalist with great emotional range and sophistication, or a combination of both. Benson's staying power can be attributed to his unparalleled aptitude for storytelling, evidenced by his 10... |
Berks Jazz Fest |
03/24/12 |
Sovereign Performing Art Center, Reading |
WFMZ Jazz Stars featuring Peter White, Brian Simpson, Gerald Veasley, Nick Colionne, Walter Beasley and Elan Trotman
Presented by Berks Jazz Fest at Crowne Plaza Reading Ballroom March 24, 2012 The Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest is well known for numerous traditions, including the live broadcast of a concert on Channel 69 WFMZ-TV, major sponsor of the festival. This year, the WFMZ Jazz Stars, featuring Peter White, Brian Simpson, Gerald Veasley,
Nick Colionne, Walter Beasley and Elan Trotman. |
Berks Jazz Fest |
03/24/12 |
Crowne Plaza Reading Ballroom, Wyomissing |
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Van Halen with Kool & The Gang
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Boardwalk Hall |
03/24/12 |
Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City |
Craig Bickhardt and Lizanne Knott
Presented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse February 14, 2012 An evening with Craig Bickhardt and Lizanne Knott.
Wine tastings provided by www.auburnroadvineyards.com
Craig is a singer/songwriter of the old school – you can hear echoes of such ‘60s folk revival artists as Tom Rush, Gordon Lightfoot and Eric Andersen in his work. Added to this is the melodic sophistication of a Jimmy Webb or a Paul Simon, as well as a spare but telling lyric approach. “I admire songwriters like Woody Guthrie and poets like Robert... |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse |
02/14/12 |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse, Newtown Square |
Big Street
Presented by Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse at Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse February 15, 2012 An evening with Big Street.
To listen to samples, visit www.bigstreet.se
Sweden-based band Big Street brings forth a fresh sound of pop soul, flavored with an essence of sweet jazz with their newest cd, The Tree of Life. They are currently bending the airwaves with this sophomore project, being released worldwide. With the ear raised high to receive all of this new sound at once, radio and shows worldwide are eating it up. “Really enjoyed the pace…well... |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse |
02/15/12 |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse, Newtown Square |
Lucy Wainwright Roche with Kyle Swartzwelder
Presented 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 |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse, Newtown Square |
Chris Despo with Windowview
Presented 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 |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse, Newtown Square |
Bill O'Meara with Caleb Spaulding
Presented 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 |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse, Newtown Square |
John Conahan and Gina Kaz
Presented 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 |
Burlap and Bean Coffeehouse, Newtown Square |
