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CLEARWATER'S GREAT HUDSON RIVER REVIVAL
JUNE 19 & 20 CROTON POINT PARK Croton-on-Hudson, NY 845.418.3596 www.clearwaterfestival.org |
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Founded by Pete Seeger, the Revival is Clearwater's annual music and environmental festival and fundraiser, Tickets and info can be found at www.clearwaterfestival.org. |
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Naked Soul is an all acoustic and unplugged (Naked) music series held at the Rubin Museum of Art (www.rmanyc.org). The Rubin is the only museum in North America whose entire collection is dedicated to artwork of the Himalayas (Soul). The series is held in the Rubin's intimate 137 seat cherry wood lined theater. When the artists arrive they are given a tour of the museum. Artists are encouraged to make connections between the art and their songs - slides of any piece of art that the artists choose are projected behind the artist during the performance. After the show, the audience is given a free tour of the museum. Tickets are available by calling the museum M-F 11am-5pm at 212-620-5000 ext 344.
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Sonya Kitchell Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Sonya Kitchell has delivered the goods on her new album This Storm--12 timeless tunes that document her evolution from emerging artist into a sophisticated musician and songwriter with something meaningful to say about the human condition. Her lyrics are sometimes personal and often political but all are insightful and deeply felt. |
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Willy Porter Willy Porter has been mesmerizing audiences with his guitar chops and original tunes since he released his debut CD in 1990. Earvolution wrote, "His ability to engage the audience with his personality and intellect raises Porter from the level of guitar wonk into the realm of masterful performers. |
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Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion Daughter of Arlo Guthrie and granddaughter of Woodie Guthrie, Sarah Lee Guthrie and husband Johnny Irion toured extensively as a duo, and in 2004, they entered the studio to record an album together. Produced in part by Gary Louris of the Jayhawks and featuring a number of alt-country luminaries lending support, Guthrie and Irion's Exploration was released by the roots-friendly Yep Roc label in the spring of 2005, followed by Go Waggaloo on Smithsonian in 2009. |
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Kristin Hersh After the release of Throwing Muses' fifth album, Red Heaven, Kristin Hersh, the band's lead singer/songwriter, took a break from the group and issued her first solo album, the acoustic Hips and Makers, in early 1994. Thanks to the airplay the single "Your Ghost" -- a duet with R.E.M.'s Michael Stipe -- received, the album sold more copies than any of the Muses' releases. |
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David Wilcox For over fifteen years David Wilcox has been making music with a style that The Boston Globe says "combines the best of both pop and modern folk aesthetics." The ability to perform solo makes last minute trips possible, such as in Africa, where Wilcox performed in Sudan at the country's first national day of prayer. Concern about international crises led to songs such as 'Three Brothers', a moving allegory of Middle East turmoil; 'Reaper Sweepstakes', about the universal marketing of fear; and 'Falling for It', a biting satire of political deception. |
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Dana Fuchs Dana Fuchs is a rare phenomenon. She is a stunning singer with a voice and a presence that begs a comparison to artists spanning from Joplin and Plant to Etta and Otis. |
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Joseph Arthur Singer/songwriter Joseph Arthur was discovered by Peter Gabriel in the mid-90s and soon signed to the artist's Real World label. For his entire decade-long recording career, Arthur has been a gushing fountain of creativity, and he doesn't show any signs of slowing down. |
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Richard Shindell An expatriate New Yorker now living in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Richard Shindell is a meticulous craftsman of song whose five studio albums and one live recording have been revered by critics and fans alike. Innovative, original and occasionally spiritual, Shindell's songs weave tales that interchangeably champion the downtrodden, exalt the disaffected or wax empathetic to those lost to society's fringes. |
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Joan Osborne In writing songs for her new album Little Wild One (September 9th; Womanly Hips / Plum / Saguaro Road / Music Allies) Joan Osborne fell under the spell of two of New York's most beloved poets: Walt Whitman and Alan Ginsberg. |
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TARRYTOWN MUSIC HALL
13 Main Street Tarrytown, NY 10591 877.840.0457 www.tarrytownmusichall.org |
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Bernie Williams The "Burn Bernie Burn!" Bernie Williams, Yankees great, 5 time All Star, and Grammy nominated guitarist, makes his Music Hall debut. Even before his retirement from the Yankees in 2007, Williams had forged a second career from his first love; the guitar. Join Bernie and his band for an evening of Latin flavored jazz to celebrate the Grammy nomination of his second CD, Moving Forward. $150 Premium seats include meet & greet reception after the show. |
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Roger McGuinn and John Sebastian From their respective beginnings as leaders of the seminal 60’s bands, The Byrds and The Lovin’ Spoonful, these two legendary performers have forged musical careers characterized by elegant melodies, killer hooks, and thoughtful, intelligent lyrics. Roger McGuinn’s jangly Rickenbacker guitar is a defining sound of 60’s folk rock and is a direct influence on Tom Petty, REM, and the alternative country movement. As leader of The Lovin’ Spoonful, John Sebastian wrote and/or sang on the classic hits “Do You Believe in Magic” and “Summer in the City”. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2008. Both are members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. |
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Leon Russell & New Riders of the Purple Sage The ultimate rock & roll session man, Leon Russell's long and storied career includes collaborations with a virtual who's who of music icons spanning from Jerry Lee Lewis to Phil Spector to the Rolling Stones. A similar eclecticism and scope also surfaced in his solo work, which couched his charmingly gravelly voice in a rustic yet rich swamp pop fusion of country, blues, and gospel. His classic "A Song for You" is a mainstay on rock radio. |
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Delbert McClinton 3 time Grammy award winner Delbert McClinton is a legend among Texas roots music aficionados, not only for his amazing longevity, but for his ability to combine country, blues, soul, and rock & roll as if there were no distinctions between any of them. A formidable harmonica player, he is a critics' darling and a favorite of his peers. |
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Marshall Tucker Band One of the major Southern rock bands of the '70s, The Marshall Tucker Band combined rock, country, and jazz and featured extended instrumental passages. The band released their debut album, The Marshall Tucker Band, in March 1973 and found significant success during the course of the '70s, with most of their albums going gold. Their peak came with the million-selling albumCarolina Dreams and its Top 15 single "Heard It in a Love Song" in 1977. |
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Dark Star Orchestra Using entire shows from the Grateful Dead's 30 years of extensive touring as a launching pad, Dark Star Orchestra recreates the original song for song performance set list to enlighten an entirely new generation of Deadheads and bring old school Deadheads back to that night in history. Dark Star Orchestra presents its critically acclaimed live show at esteemed venues from coast to coast and internationally. |
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Neville Brothers Throughout their long careers as both solo performers and as members of the group that bears their family name, The Neville Brothers have proudly carried the torch of their native New Orleans' rich R&B legacy. |
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Procol Harum Procol Harum is one of the most successful Progressive Rock acts of all time. Their song "A Whiter Shade of Pale" was recently named the most-played single of the past seventy-five years by the BBC. Gary Brooker, the voice, keyboardist and main songwriter of the band is joined by Procol veterans Matt Pegg, Geoff Dunn, Josh Phillips, and Geoff Whiteborn. This will be the first time in seven years that the legendary band will grace US shores. |
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Little Feat Originally led by songwriter/guitarist Lowell George, Little Feat were a wildly eclectic band, bringing together strains of blues, R&B, country, and rock & roll. The band members were exceptionally gifted technically and their polished professionalism sat well with the slick sounds coming out of southern California during the '70s. The band reformed in 1988 with Billy Payne, Richard Haywood, Fred Tackett, Paul Barrere, Kenny Gradney, Sam Clayton and Craig Fuller and been playing to packed houses ever since. |
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Zappa Plays Zappa Dweezil Zappa Plays Zappa, Dweezil Zappa’s seven-person strong ongoing homage to and performance of his father’s music, is hitting the road again, after hugely successful tours in the last couple of years. ZPZ is what happens when a vibrant repertoire of music is learned by a stellar band and worshipped by an audience weary of Pro Tools. |
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Ingrid Michaelson With a warm, relatable sound that has captured the hearts of countless fans, Ingrid Michaelson first achieved national attention with multiple song placements on the hit television series Grey’s Anatomy. The show’s producers became so enamored of her music that they chose Michaelson’s “Keep Breathing” to air during the final six minutes of the 2007 season finale. Her ubiquitous hit single “The Way I Am,” off her breakthrough album Girls and Boys, was spun on radio stations all over the country. On her new album Everybody, Ingrid brings a newfound wisdom and maturity to her music, gleaned from touring the world with musicians like Dave Matthews and Jason Mraz. |
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Blue Oyster Cult Upon the release of Blue Öyster Cult's self-titled debut album in 1972, the band was praised for its catchy-yet-heavy music and lyrics that could be provocative, terrifying, funny or ambiguous, often all in the same song. BÖC's canon includes three stone-cold classic songs that will waft through the cosmos long after the sun has burned out: The truly haunting "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" from 1976's Agents of Fortune, the pummeling "Godzilla" from 1977's Spectres and the hypnotically melodic "Burnin' for You" from 1981's Fire of Unknown Origin. |
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Old Crow Medicine Show Old Crow Medicine Show, playing their own brand of American roots music with a rock and roll attitude, have found themselves gracing the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, opening for Dolly Parton, touring with Merle Haggard and regularly appearing on NPR’s A Prairie Home Companion. Between headlining shows and countless festivals (Bonnaroo, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, New Orleans Jazz Festival, etc), the band is constantly on the road and thrives off of their fans and live shows. the release of Blue Öyster Cult's self-titled debut album in 1972, the band was praised for its catchy-yet-heavy music and lyrics that could be provocative, terrifying, funny or ambiguous, often all in the same song. BÖC's canon includes three stone-cold classic songs that will waft through the cosmos long after the sun has burned out: The truly haunting "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" from 1976's Agents of Fortune, the pummeling "Godzilla" from 1977's Spectres and the hypnotically melodic "Burnin' for You" from 1981's Fire of Unknown Origin. |
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Amos Lee Taking inspiration from soul greats Stevie Wonder and Bill Withers and from folk legends John Prine and Dave Van Ronk, Amos Lee directs his music with a spirit and presence rooted in American tradition. Amos delivers a unique brand of folk-soul music that aims to unite, uplift, and inspire. The "folk" side is reflected in his nimble acoustic guitar playing and the intimacy of his live performances. The "soul" strain comes through in the engaging song-poetry of his lyrics and in what the Philadelphia Inquirer described as his "easygoing voice" and"raw, unedited emotion." |
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John Prine An acclaimed singer/songwriter whose literate work flirts with everything from acoustic folk through rockabilly to straight-ahead country, John Prine can easily be compared to great contemporary songwriters like Paul Simon, Loudon Wainwright III, and James Taylor. Discovered by Kris Kristofferson, he released his debut self-titled album in 1971 to reviews proclaiming him "the next Bob Dylan". Since then, John Prine has released more than 20 albums, and received Grammy awards for the 1991 release The Missing Years, and the 2006 Fair and Square. |
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Tower Of Power Legendary funk band Tower of Power began their 40 year odyssey in 1968 when Emilio Castillo met Stephen "Doc" Kupka. Since then, TOP has never stopped touring and recording. Always in demand, the band never fails to entertain and amaze their fans with classics such as "What Is Hip", "Down to the Nightclub" and "You're Still a Young Man" and "Know Yourself Out." With Mic Gillete rejoining the band in August of 2009, there are now 5 original members in the current lineup - Emilio Castillo, Rocco Prestia, Stephen Kupka, and David Garibaldi. |
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Blood Sweat & Tears A musical institution, Blood Sweat & Tears has left an indelible mark on the American music scene since 1968. One of the greatest horn bands in the history of popular music, BS&T’s alumni roster reads like a Who’s Who of the world’s greatest jazz and rock musicians. With numerous hits that have been a mainstay on radio including; "And When I Die," "God Bless the Child," "Spinning Wheel" and "You've Made Me So Very Happy" BS&T has racked up sales in the millions and earned multiple gold albums and 3 Grammy Awards. |
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NYC ROCKIN' THE RIVER CRUISES
Circle Line - Pier 83, W42nd Street @ 12th Ave, NY, NY www.rtrcruises.com |
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The Smithereens Dressed in leather, brandishing heavy guitars, and an unabashed fetish for British Invasion pop, The Smithereens were an anomaly in the American college rock scene of the late '80s. Pat DiNizio's deep, moody vocals and Jim Babjak's thick, heavy guitar riffs added darkness and modernity to the classic pop structures of the group's songs. They became popular with singles such as "Blood and Roses" and "Only a Memory," gathering fans through heavy college radio airplay and extensive touring. |
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Big Shot: Tribute to Billy Joel "Big Shot", featuring the music of Billy Joel is comprised of musicians that have worked with artists such as Hall and Oates, Michael Bolton, Tower of Power, The Trans Siberian Orchestra, Billy Joel's Broadway Musical and most recently with Billy Joel himself at Shea Stadium. In addition to Billy Joel's music, they will also amaze you with songs by artists like Journey, Paul McCartney, Elton John and others. |
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Kathleen Edwards Canadian singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards' music has been compared to Whiskeytown and Gillian Welch. In 2002 major critical buzz began and rave reviews poured in as Edwards and her band continued to tour. In 2004, Edwards headed back into the studio to record her second album, Back To Me (2005), with her guitarist and bandleader Colin Cripps serving as producer. This was followed in 2008 by Asking for Flowers. |
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Raul Malo Founder and frontman of Grammy-winning, multi-platinum band, the Mavericks, Raul Malo has always crossed cultures with stylistic quick-turns, breaking new ground with his distinctive balance of vintage sound and contemporary attitude. He released his latest album Lucky One last year to rave reviews. Because Raul loves all kinds of music and doesn't like classifying tunes into set genres, his music promises to slip in and out of the various rhythms, blurring musical boundaries. |
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The Radiators The Radiators, still with the original five members, have been bringing their New Orleans-inspired music to the rest of the world for 30+ years. The Rads have released more than a dozen albums and maintain a strong, loyal fan base and are on the road relentlessly. |
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Buckwheat Zydeco Contemporary zydeco's most popular performer, Buckwheat's urbanized sound, complete with touches of synthesizer and trumpet, marries traditional and contemporary zydeco with uncommon flair, in the process reaching a wider mainstream audience than any artist before him. "Buckwheat leads one of the best party bands in America; he can pump out zydeco two-beats or shift into rolling 12-bar blues, steaming all the way." (The New York Times). |
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The Nerds Twenty years of The Nerds has seen sold out shows at Carnegie Hall, a July 4th performance at South Street Seaport to a crowd of over 12,000, and acting as hosts to MTV's Ultimate Cover Band Contest. They are one of the best known cover bands playing soul, classic rock, and tv themes. Their lively stage show and banter also plays a large part in their performance. |
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Howlin' For Hubert Legendary guitarist and former sideman for Howlin' Wolf, Hubert Sumlin's all-star band features David Johansen, Jimmy Vivino & special guests. Voted into Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Guitarists in the History of Rock & Roll, he has recently shared the stage with The Rolling Stones, Elvis Costello, Aerosmith, Santana & The Allman Brothers. Singer David Johansen is best know as frontman for the hugely influential New York Dolls. Guitarist Jimmy Vivino was part of Max Weinberg's Seven on the Late Show with Conan O'brien as well as part of the Fab Faux and sideman on numerous recordings. |
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Marcia Ball Marcia Ball is a four time Grammy nominee, winner of eight Blues Music Awards and winner of two 2009 Living Blues Readers' Polls. Her piano style is known for its elements of zydeco, swamp-blues, and boogie-woogie. She knows how to raise roofs and tear down walls with her infectious, intelligent and deeply emotional brand of southern boogie, rollicking, roadhouse blues and heartfelt ballads. |
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Donna The Buffalo Rootsy folk-rock sextet Donna the Buffalo formed in 1987 in Ithaca, NY. The group's three vocalists -- Tara Nevins, who also plays fiddle, guitar, and accordion; guitarist Jeb Puryear; and keyboardist Joe Thrift -- add another layer of diversity to the group's eclectic and often socially conscious sound. Guitarist Jim Miller, drummer Tom Gilbert, and bassist Jed Greenberg complete the ensemble. |
