LEGAL GROUNDS...it's good and it's free. What a combination.

I have something new and free for you. My wife, Beverly, general practice attorney for 20 years, will be establishing "LEGAL GROUNDS" at The Coffee Gallery. That means she will be sitting, with coffee in hand, on Thursday evenings, and Saturdays and Sundays giving out free legal consultation & advice. No strings attached. These sessions will last approximately 30 minutes. You may have craved to ask a real lawyer a question or two but did not want to put out the bucks to rent him, or her, for an hour (minimum) in a stuffy law office. Now is your chance to meet in a neutral site where everyone is relaxed and you will have no monetary obligations. Also during times that are convenient for you and not necessarily at the convenience of the lawyer. Oh, the power in your hands.... Works for me.

You must have an appointment...Beverly Stane....(626) 578-0027... (her office) she will answer the phone or you can leave a phone number. Your call will be answered, or returned, by Beverly, a competent and non-threatening person. Remember, the number above is her downtown office. Not The Coffee Gallery. Only phone her office for appointments. Do not call the coffee house for a lawyer appointment. Meetings with Beverly will be at The Coffee Gallery. Is this clear? 1. Call her office for an appointment. 2. Meet her at the coffee house at the appointed time.

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The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena, CA. Phone for Reservations: (626) 398-7917 (call after 2:00 P.M. if busy)

 

Please park on Lake or at the two service stations or in any of the business parking lots.
Do not park on side streets. Always come and go with quiet dignity. Let 'em sleep.
Cross streets with care....Lake traffic is fast.

 

The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena CA. Phone for Reservations: (626) 398-7917

COMING ATTRACTIONS

ANNOUNCEMENTS & LISTINGS

The Stolen Sweets formed in 2005 with the intention of reviving the songs of 1930s sister act, The Boswell Sisters, whose deco-era music provided radio listeners a ray of hope during a truly dispiriting economic depression. Comprised of gorgeous vocalists Jen Bernard, Lara Michell and Erin Sutherland, guitarists Pete Krebs and David Langenes (both of whom sing) and double bass player Keith Brush, The Sweets' repertoire has expanded to include material from the 1920s -1940s. Their arrangements are still inspired by the Boswells' tight 3-part harmonies, frequent tempo changes and "knowing shrugs and raised eyebrows," but also incorporate gypsy jazz manouche accompaniment, reminiscent of Django Reinhardt. The Sweets’ recent exploits have included a headline performance at the “Boswell Centennial Celebration” in New Orleans, an exciting 6-country European tour and the honor of winning “Best of Art Beat” on National Public Television. Come see why people are flocking to see them light up a room with their vintage sound!
Wednesday, July 2....Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $18
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BOB STANE SAYS: Brooke is another example of The Coffee Gallery landing a big star who can only play
a mid week gig. See you Thursday.

BROOKE RAMEL... After graduating from Stanford University and studying in Paris, Brooke moved to LA to pursue her passion for music. She has released five original albums and has sold over 50,000 copies as an independent artist. She has licensed over 50 songs to film and tv on shows such as Dawson’s Creek, Charmed, Ed, Six Feet Under, Gilmour Girls, White Oleander and many more. She is a tireless performer averaging over 200 shows/year over the past 15 years and has opened for many wonderful artists such as Melissa Manchester, Richard Marx, David Gates, Shawn Colvin, Rocco de Luca, Marc Cohn, Deana Carter, David Wilcox and many others. She will be performing with her wonderfully tasteful and talented guitarist Ian Espinoza and her fabulously gifted drummer Ron Manaog.

Several major motion pictures have featured Brooke's music, including “White Oleander”, “Stealing Harvard”, and "Tart". Her music has also been featured in the independent films “Far on Foot” and “Wednesday's Child”, and her song "Now" was used in a trailer for the DVD of MGM's film, "Kiss the Bride". And Brooke recorded two songs for Disney's “Air Bud Spikes Back”.

Brooke's song "Let It Out" will be heard in the upcoming motion picture "Bonneville", starring Jessica Lang, Kathy Bates, Joan Allen, and Christine Baranski.

In May 2006, Brooke taped an appearance for the ninth episode of "Branson Jubilee", airing on PBS in the summer and fall. Her performance included "When I Saw You See Me", "Let It Out", and "Landslide". The episode also featured The Dillards and guest star Bill Medley.
Thursday, July 3. Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $15
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SLIGO RAGS....big time Irish act. An unruly mob. Bob Stane Says, “this is a money back, no questions asked if you are not thrilled act.” Bring friends. Dynamic, up tempo, multi-talented. A fusion that just crackles.
Two-time winners of the Orange County Music Award for Best Folk Band, this dynamic ensemble presents Celtic Folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude. Using fiddle, acoustic guitar, electric bass, and percussion, Sligo Rags is taking the local and not-so-local Celtic music scene by storm. Their debut studio recording, "The Night Before the Morning After", currently garnering international airplay, was called "the best I've heard from a stateside band" by Celtic Beat Magazine. Says the San Diego Troubadour, "This band can light up an atmosphere as dim as the Guiness stout you just ordered at the bar...Sligo Rags really know their Celtic music." Don't be surprised if elements of country, gypsy jazz, and swing manage to sneak their way into the act as well.
Saturday, July 5. Show Time: 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $18
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THE HOLLYWOOD HOT SHOTS...(with special guest JANET KLEIN)....Initially inspired by the guitar-violin duets of Eddie Lang and Joe Venuti, Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli developed a distinctive group sound for the Quintet of the Hot Club of France, with lead and two rhythm guitars, violin, and bass.
"License To Swing" continues that tradition featuring the jazz violin and the guitar.
Original tunes and classics from the 1930s livelyn presented by guitarist John Reynolds ( Mora's Modern - Rhythm Rascals - Hollywood Hotshots) and violinist Benny Brydern ( Hot Club Quartette).
Special guest at this show will be the lovely chanteuse Janet Klein. (Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys).
Sunday, July 6. Show Time: 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $18.00
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RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE....With EVAN MARSHALL on magic mandolin....one of, if not "the" most historical Western bands in the world, The Riders Of The Purple Sage starred in films and radio for the pre-war days to today... Today's Riders, under the leadership of Cody Bryant, put on a show rich with old and new music. Band members are highly-skilled musicians-instruments include a five-string banjo, hot lead guitar, fiddle, steel guitar, bass, and drums and consummate vocalists. While keeping alive the tradition of the original Riders' sound, they continue to write and perform new material that carries on and builds upon their signature style. Adding a strong swing influence (ala Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys), their performances appeal to listeners and dancers of all ages. Todayâs Riders bring together hot swing riffs with smooth harmonies that, at the end of the show, leave the audience wanting more. Their sound and show makes you feel that all is well in the West. In October they were “etherial” and “Orchestral.” They exceeded musicianship. They exceeded their genre.
You owe it to yourself to see this most amazing and amusing exhibit. Forget what you think you like and don’t like. See The Riders Of The Purple Sage.
Monday, July 7. Showtime: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $20
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THE MOONLIGHTERS have been a part of the New York City jazz and pop music scenes since they formed in 1998. Based around a core of harmonized vocalduets backed by warm acoustic instruments including Hawaiian lap steel guitar, ukulele, guitar and bass, they explore original, traditional and classic tunes with a unique, romantic approach. Their romantic lyrics and lyrical musicianship make them a favorite of lovers and jazz fans wherever they perform.
The band members include Bliss Blood, vocalist and ukulele player; Cindy Ball, vocalist and guitarist, and Peter Maness on bass; and Mark Deffenbaugh on steel guitar.
They have released four cds on their ONLIEST RECORDS label,
"Dreamland" in 2000, "Hello Heartstring" in 2002, and "Live in
Baden-Baden" in 2004, which features a performance recorded for German National Radio during their May 2002 tour of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, and "Surrender" in 2006.
Friday, July 11 Show Time: 8:00 P.M. $15.00 Tickets
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IAN WHITCOMB & FRED SOKOLOW...Here they are Mr. Good Time Vaudeville and Mr. Jazz Man, gentlemen of great fun and world renown: IAN WHITCOMB has two hit records and a Grammy Award. This amusing British singer, songwriter will appear with FRED SOKOLOW.
Ian Whitcomb, the original eclectic entertainer, will be reminiscing on his
36 year career on how, as a Trinity College Dublin student, he became a
coffee house performer of British Music Hall songs and 50s rock & roll and
then, swiftly, a British Invasion rock star in 1965. After that he headed
back into the past, researching and writing books and making records and
documentaries about the glorious era of Tin Pan Alley and Vaudeville. Along
the way he produced Mae West albums, a film about how R&B started in Los
Angeles, and one about singing cowboys in Lone Pine. He won a Grammy and a
nomination for his Rhino CD,"Titanic, Music As Played On The Fateful Voyage." He and his lovely wife and dog liVe just around the
corner in Altadena, The Greenwich Village of Los Angeles.

FRED SOKOLOW is a renowned musician who specializes in guitar and banjo
and spans every field including pop, folk and jazz. He does seminars in both
banjo and guitar and has several CD's to his credit. His gigs are diverse and
include Harrah's in Las Vegas, Tahoe and Reno to Donte's Jazz Club and McCabe's to name just afew. He has toured with Bobbie Gentry, Jim Stafford, Tom Paxton and The Limeliters. He will do several numbers with IAN WHITCOMB.
Saturday, July 12. Show Time: 7:00 P.M. Admission: $20
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“TRIPPIN’ THE ‘60’S” IS BACK !!!
BARRY McGUIRE, “Trippin’ The 60’s,” with JOHN YORK.... Barry McGuire stepped into the public eye in 1963 on the Andy Williams Show as the gravelly voiced lead singer of the New Christy Minstrels. He launched his musical career with the million-sellers "Green, Green" and "Green Back Dollar."

In 1965, at the heart of the peace movement, McGuire went solo. His growing awareness of social hypocrisy was expressed in his third hit "Eve of Destruction" which echoed around the world as an anthem of the times.

Three years later, Barry was cast as the male lead in the original Broadway production of the musical "Hair." Once again his voice was heard proclaiming the ideals of a radical generation. Dick Clark says, “When world events collide with “Rock&Roll” you get Barry McGuire”.Currently working with Barry McGuire in "Trippin' The Sixties," John York is best known for his work as a member of the world-renowned Folk Rock/Country Rock group, the Byrds. His vocal and instrumental talents have kept him in the company of such musical luminaries as Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, Clarence White, Nicky Hopkins, Mac Rebenack (Dr. John,) Doug Sahm (The Sir Douglas Quintet,) The Mamas and Papas, Johnny Rivers, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Rick Danko and Richard Manuel (The Band)……and many others. The TV show “The Place Where I Am Dreaming” featured John’s artistic collaboration with his wife, artist Sumi Foley. Recently, John has composed and recorded music for the lyrics of Kim Fowley on "West Coast Revelation." The duet "Redneck Ninja" highlights John's creative partnership with acclaimed songwriter Patrick Brayer. In 2007, John played concerts in Japan for the third time.
SUNDAY, July 13.. Showtime 7:00 P.M. Ticket price is $20
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BILL EVANS & MEGAN LYNCH.....Bill Evans and Megan Lynch At Coffee Gallery Backstage, July 17th

Two of the world’s most acclaimed bluegrass musicians, San Francisco Bay Area-based bluegrass banjo player and Banjo For Dummies author Bill Evans and six-time National champion fiddler Megan Lynch make their southern California debut at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, previewing selections from their upcoming CD Let’s Do Something, produced by Steve Mougin from the Sam Bush Band.

A true banjo legend, bluegrass fans know Bill from his performances with Dry Branch Fire Squad, the David Grisman Bluegrass Experience, Peter Rowan, Tony Trischka and Maria Muldaur while Megan has graced the stage with such notables as 3 Fox Drive, country great Pam Tillis, Chris Stuart and Backcountry and the Chieftains. Together, their virtuosity on banjo and fiddle is to be expected. The surprise is in their superb vocal work, not only on traditional material but contemporary songs from Deb Tannen (The Weepies), Mark Simos (Alison Krauss), John Gorka, Van Morrison and others. Bill steps out from his normal bluegrass environment in this duo setting, performing not only on acoustic banjo, but also electric and MIDI banjo, guitar and resophonic guitar.

Bill is the author of the most popular banjo instructional book in the world today, Banjo For Dummies. His debut Rounder Records CD Native and Fine, featuring stellar work from fiddler Stuart Duncan, guitarist David Grier and mandolinist Mike Compton, won an Honorable Mention for Acoustic Instrumental Recording of the Year from NAIRD. His second CD, Bill Evans Plays Banjo, featuring dobro great Rob Ickes, bassist Todd Phillips and fiddler Darol Anger, made The Chicago Tribaune’s “Best Of The Year” list.

Northern California native Megan Lynch won her first National Fiddle Championship at age 8. Since then, she captured five more National titles, most recently in 2003 and 2004. She has toured with many of the brightest names in bluegrass music since relocating to Nashville several years ago. In addition, she is a renowned teacher who has taught at virtually every major bluegrass and fiddle camp in North America.

You can learn more about Bill by visiting www.nativeandfine.com. You can learn more about Megan by visiting www.fiddlestar.com. Hear live samples by visiting their My Space page at www.myspace.com/billevansandmeganlynch.

What they’re saying about Bill Evans and Megan Lynch….

"Bill Monroe said his Uncle Pen could make a fiddle talk and sing. I think Megan Lynch can make a fiddle talk, sing, laugh, cry, moan, whisper, tell a bawdy tale and then play all the roles from A Streetcar Named Desire. It's rare to hear such virtuosity paired with the gifts of a great entertainer." Chris Stuart, chart-topping songwriter and bluegrass journalist.
"Plenty of pickers play banjo, but very few can compose with the range, depth, beauty and creativity of Evans. His ability to pull from myriad sources for inspiration and distill elements of jazz, rock, classical, you-name-it down to their essential truths, and spin those truths into beguiling bluegrass compositions and riveting banjo solos places him in the ranks of the greats." David Royko, Chicago Tribune
Plus, they’re funny, very funny.
Thursday, July 17. Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $15.00
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ROBBY LONGLEY...is an amazingly talented and personable musician. The title of this review should really be Hands of Glory because that is exactly what Robby Longley has. Robby’s neo-classical/flamenco guitar filled the Center and each of us lucky enough to be at tonight’s concert with sheer wonder. Robby didn’t play music, he channeled music. The music came from his very essence and filled the space and each listener with awe as his fingers blurred across the guitar. “Evangeline”, named for the Longfellow poem, was a musical tour de force. Robby swept us up into the music and we were still in another world when the final note died away. “Bourbon St. Burlesque” had us believing were in New Orleans with a bass rhythm that was finger-snapping. Plus...DANI CARROLL....Rarely does a rising star shoot beyond universal boundaries, mystically shimmering through all musical genres. From the speakeasies of the 40’s to the honkytonks of yesteryear, a voice glimmers through the veil and offers a versatility sure to astound. A voice that silences audiences with the first whispery note, Dani Carroll is that star. Dani is revisiting her first love, Jazz, with a CD release this Spring. This CD is much anticipated and many times requested by her fans across the country who have had the good fortune to hear her drop a Torch vocal or two into the mix at the Bluebird Cafe and other venues from Nashville to California.
Friday, July 18. Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $18
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TRAILS & RAILS...Known for smooth harmonies, the four members of the Award-Winning group, Trails & Rails, will share their energy, enthusiasm and love for traditional and contemporary western and train songs in ways that will keep you smiling all the way home! Featuring toe-tappin' banjo, exciting guitar, mandolin and autoharp leads, and great stand up bass work, the stories about cowboys and trains will come alive for you as they sing.

Trails & Rails combines two of the most colorful eras of our country's history as the focus of their show - using both traditional and contemporary songs to recreate the lore and the myths of the train and the cowboy. Trails & Rails features Topanga Banjo- and Emmy Award-winning Walt Richards on Banjo, Guitar and Mandolin and partner Paula Strong (They were the Western Music Association Duo Harmony Winners in Albuquerque in 2005.) along with Ken Wilcox on dazzling guitar and autoharp and Bruce Huntington who adds the perfect notes on stand up bass. All four sing lead and harmony, so the possibilities for variety are endless! Their love for all types of music combines here in an eclectic variety of fun, beautiful and powerful songs, including "Night Train Down The Yellowstone", which was voted #3 of the Top Ten Single Western Releases of 2006 by the Heartland Public Radio Panel. So Saddle Up and Get On Board (Yes, we'll let you take your horse on the train . . . ) for a wonderful evening of song with Trails & Rails.
Saturday, July 19. Show Time: 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $15.
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DOUG MACLEOD.... Excellent. Good humor and draws a big crowd. blues, storytelling, humor. Guitar & Voice. Master of the acoustic Blues “Doug MacLeod, now there’s a man who can really play the Blues!”
– David ‘Honeyboy’ Edwards, Delta Blues Legend

Doug MacLeod is one of the last remaining Bluesmen who learned from the old masters, lived the music, survived the life, and now continues to carry forward that valuable tradition. Within the Blues world, MacLeod is known for his quality recordings which feature superb songwriting, guitar wizardry and warm soulful vocals and for his wit and unforgettable live performances.

Whether picking or playing bottleneck on his guitar, MacLeod’s relentless right hand, with its churning bass and intricate finger-picking, prompted James Jensen of Acoustic Guitar Magazine to write, “Real excitement is created by MacLeod’s highly rhythmic acoustic guitar.” Besides being a heart-wrenchingly powerful live performer, Doug is also an extremely gifted storyteller and songwriter. His songs are borne from experience. He entertains and draws his audience closer by telling the stories that inspired the songs.
His songs have been covered by many artists including Albert King, Albert Collins, Coco Montoya, Joe Louis Walker, and Eva Cassidy. His music is also heard on many TV movies and on the hit show “In the Heat of the Night.” It’s no wonder that when Doug was the host of the show, “Nothin’ But The Blues” on KKJZ Radio Los Angeles
Sunday, July 20...showtime: 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $15
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PIRATES OF THE BLACK SWAN... Batten down the hatches. Secure the main lines, for this ship be a rocin' tonight! Captain Ron Ely will be performing his maritime music with his trusted guitar and harp, singing songs from ports of call. Then, me hearties. Belay yourselves, for the Pirates of the Black Swan board the main deck to perform bone rattlin'
pirate rock in full pirate regalia, with nautical wit and mayhem. Guaranteed to get your peg leg a tappin' with nautical wit and seafaring music. We are a five piece crew with strong vocals, two guitars, woodwinds, harmonica and fiddle. Come aboard and sail with us. myspace.com/piratesoftheblackswanmusic
TUESDAY, July 22. Showtime: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $15
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THE MIGHTY ECHOES.... Bob Stane Says: “Grab this show”. The Mighty Echoes are an award-winning A Cappella quartet specializing in the “Doo-Wop” sound of the 1950’s and 1960’s. Their repertoire includes the classics of that era plus an eclectic mix of contemporary material. This is a “pure fun” act; not only are they thrilling to hear singing but are as funny as a comedy troupe. The Echoes are solid faves here.

The Mighty Echoes began singing at a store front theatre in L. A.’s Silverlake District in 1986. Individually, they are: Charlie Davis, a native New Yorker whose low bass is deep as an ocean trench. He was the voice of God on TV’s Power Rangers. Second tenor John Lathan, the newest Echo, has performed on Broadway and at the Apollo in Harlem. First tenor Jon Rubin, also the lead singer of the teen idol band The Rubinoos, has thrilled audiences worldwide with his soaring tenor. Mellifluous baritone Harvey Shield, who started as a drummer in Swinging 60’s London, is also an accomplished songwriter as exemplified by his composition “The Way I Feel Tonight,” an International hit for The Bay City Rollers.
WEDNESDAY, July 23. show time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $18
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SONGS OF SHILOH plus SABRINA & CRAIG.....
(From The Bower Family) Hi Bob, Thanks for bringing back Songs of Shiloh. It is one of the reasons your venue is the best around. This act is great! The songs take you through the life of a young waitress with struggles and dreams that all generations have experienced. These songs are very well written and original. Nicole Gordon is stunning in her vocal talent and delivery. Marty Axelrod is excellent on the keyboards. The Songs of Shiloh is the very best of the Southern California music scene. If you haven't heard them you are missing out. These songs have haunted me. Thanks again for booking them. Kerry and Pat Bower

SONGS OF SHILOH....Songs of Shiloh is a concept album created by songwriters Marty Axelrod and Nicole Gordon. In early 2005, Los Angeles based songwriters Axelrod and Gordon, met as members of a songwriters' group and wound up writing their first song together, "Got The Car Running." They liked the idea of the girl in their song so much, that they decided to continue writing songs about her. A few months into the writing process and through exploring different aspects of this girl's small-town life, they decided to name her Shiloh and by September 2006, they had a 10-song portrait of Shiloh, a girl who faces the challenges of her life with humor and courage. Plus...Sabrina & Craig...Sabrina & Craig. With over 75 years of musical experience between us, we came together to share our love of music, precise and poetic guitar voicings, complex harmonies, and heartfelt connection. If you like variety, we've got a great combination of original songs and unique covers that we can't wait to share with you.
"… keeping the tradition of contemporary folk music alive and well in a very pure form, with wry, thoughtful observations of a life rich with experience and passion. Honest-to-goodness Folk artists, real ‘humdinger folksingers!’, as Dylan would say."
- Garret Swayne, Host of The Main Street Songwriter’s

Thursday, July 24. Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $15

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THE BLACK IRISH BAND....“America’s only Italian & Irish Band” -Double the fun!!

Hailing from the historic Gold Rush Country of America, the Black Irish Band of seventeen years, have a musical style that is as timeless as the rugged landscape of the west, a tribute to the people whose lives were spent building the world we now take for granted. The band has a large compliment of traditional maritime and railroad music, as well as ethnic tunes in their repertoire. They excel at Irish, Italian, and American folk music with an assortment of original songs and traditional western ballads. The bands musical style captures the spirit of the immigrants of this land, the men and women who tamed the Wild West.

To date the band has produced 16 CD albums and have recorded 82 original song ballads. Their latest, Into the Fire, honors America’s Firefighters.

The Black Irish Band has gained much national attention over the years. In 2005 the band was hired by the Smithsonian Folklife Festival and performed at the National Mall and Kennedy Center. The band was featured on CBS "This Morning". In 2000 the band headlined at the International Music Festival in Singapore. The band also was the featured performers for the 100th Anniversaries of the Alaskan Gold Rush and White Pass & Yukon Railroad. Because of the historical nature of the Black Irish Band many venues such as, the Alaska History Museum, Golden Spike NHS, Gene Autry Museum, Elko Folklife Center, the Los Angels, San Diego, and San Francisco Maritime Museums have headlined the group in the past.

Timeless, historic, original, and entertaining to all ages the Black Irish Band is like no other band! From the fire of the fiddle & accordion, to the blend of five strong voices, the Black Irish Band is a very original class act! With 70,000 albums sold independently to date & 17 years of performance this band is not to be missed! - The Music of Ireland, Italy, and America.

Quotes about the Black Irish Band “The Black Irish Band’s performance is of the highest order” - The Museum of America & the Sea.
“The band's talent and drawing power has been a huge success for the museum!”- California State Railroad Museum
“The crowd at the University of Montana stood up for countless ovations!”- Billings Outpost
FRIDAY, July 25. Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $15
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JIM KWESKIN....and Friends....will amuse and amaze at The Coffee Gallery Backstage for one night, but for two shows, that evening. Jim Kweskin, a legend in the great folk years, was the founder and leader of The Jim Kweskin Jug Band which gained a reputation of being on "the fun side of folk music." Now firmly in California, Jim Kweskin learned his trade
while attending Boston College on the East Coast. Go back with us to the nostalgic '60's. And, maybe Jim Kweskin and his musical friends have something new and interesting for us.

Two Shows: Saturday, July 26. First: 7:00 P.M. $25. Second: 9:30 P.M. $20
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DRUID..... an Irish folk band created by Belfast Harpist Julie Mondin, provides some of the best traditional music to be heard in many years, with some fresh arrangements and a few untouched classics
guaranteed to keep the toes tappin' and the hands clappin'.
Harmonizing vocals, mesmerizing instrumentations and step dancers are known to appear at these concerts. A frolicsome evening of Irish Traditional music filled with the best of both instrumentation and song. Fiddle, guitar, harp, bodhran, concertina and the occasional uillean piper showing up at various times makes an unforgettable impression on audiences of every age. Toe tappin', hand clappin' dance tunes to songs of love and whiskey, these folk artists are contenders with a huge following with harmonizing vocals, mesmerizing arrangements and step dancers magically appearing at every concert ! Don't miss this rare opportunity to enjoy some of the finest Ireland has to offer.
Sunday, July 27. Show Time: 7:00 P.M. Tickets: $20
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PIERRE BENSUSAN....PIERRE BENSUSAN'S WORLD Solo Performer, Electro-acoustic Guitar, Voice

If "world music" is music that pays tribute to the spirit of a collection of human beings through distinct rhythms, traditional instruments and harmonic colors, Pierre Bensusan can be recognized as one of the most eloquent and diverse world musicians of our time. One look at Bensusan on-stage, barring chords while stretching five, sometimes six frets, is usually enough to make even the most well-versed jazz afficionado stop in their tracks. As technically impressive as is the simultaneous execution of a colorful melody, an active bass line, unique harmonic choices, and eclectic rhythms, it is the music that Bensusan hears that drives the mechanics of his body. There is a sense of something both playful and serious in his work, an unparalleled sense of freedom in his compositions and his improvisations. Freedom is Bensusan and the music he channels without any apparent musical boundaries.
Monday, July 28. Showtime: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $22
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ROBBY LONGLEY...is an amazingly talented and personable musician. The title of this review should really be Hands of Glory because that is exactly what Robby Longley has. Robby’s neo-classical/flamenco guitar filled the Center and each of us lucky enough to be at tonight’s concert with sheer wonder. Robby didn’t play music, he channeled music. The music came from his very essence and filled the space and each listener with awe as his fingers blurred across the guitar. “Evangeline”, named for the Longfellow poem, was a musical tour de force. Robby swept us up into the music and we were still in another world when the final note died away. “Bourbon St. Burlesque” had us believing were in New Orleans with a bass rhythm that was finger-snapping.
Also SWAY...."Catchy, radio-friendly, original country songs, sweet three-part harmony, and an infectious energy on stage make every SWAY performance a must-see. Featuring Gina Quartaro (Vocals and Guitar), Perry Martin (Vocals and Guitar), Laurens Vernot (Bass Guitar and Background Vocals) and Trevor Hands (Drums), this OC group never fail to please and they pick up new fans wherever they go. Prepare to be SWAYed!"

Tuesday, July 29. Show Time is 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $15
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JOHN McEUEN....with the usual suspects gracing the stage.... Just prior to the NGDB appearance at the huge Stagecoach Festival in Indio (the next day!), John stops by here to play his favorite spot in town. Bringing Matt and some new stories he promises to shock a few folks with... as well as some of the new music he and Matt Cartsonis have been working on.. These shows always sell out, so call early if you have missed one in the past. A founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, McEuen is often called America's instrumental poet... his stellar playing brings us musical photographs from his travels around the world..." (Country Weekly) as he brings to the Coffee Gallery his guitar, banjo, mandolin, and fiddle to create "An absolute aural feast" (Billboard Magazine) with his "...thouroghly wacky and enjoyable performance" (Washington Post). This time he will be all alone showing what the solo John McEuen is all about. His NGDB started here in Pasadena, with their first hit on KRLA in 1967 kicking off a music career that has taken John to over 4,000 different venues. Although a SoCal native, it has been said this innovator in Country Rock and Folk (he instigated the famous Will the Circle Be Unbroken album) has also created "...some of the most deft and impeccably tasteful music to come out of Nashville" (Chicago Tribune). www.johnmceuen.com will tell all, and if you go to this show, you will be telling many the next day "you should've been there!" Thursday, July 31. Show Time: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $20.

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MOJACAR FLAMENCO...... Join award-winning Mojácar Flamenco at the Coffee Gallery Backstage for their evocative duet concert "Bailes Candiles." The concert takes its inspiration from the 19th century "Café Cantante" flamenco shows, where the only lighting was supplied by gas lamps. This intimate concert setting allows the artists to perform their best, most difficult flamenco works.

Featuring guitar virtuoso Stephen Dick and elegant, fiery flamenco dancer/singer Katerina Tomás, this dynamic duet completely transforms the art of flamenco. Recognized with numerous awards and honors for their artistry by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, the City of Los Angeles, the Zellerbach and Haas Foundations, and “Meet the Composer,” Mojácar Flamenco is well known for their distinctive use of Katerina's footwork as a rhythmic instrument and Stephen's outstanding flamenco guitar compositions.

Flamenco guitar, rhythm & dance. Join Mojácar Flamenco as they celebrate the release of their hot new Flamenco and Latin album, “Al Que Quiere.” Led by guitar virtuoso Stephen Dick and dance dynamo Katerina Tomás, the group completely transforms traditional flamenco. Recognized for their artistry by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, Mojácar Flamenco is well known for their distinctive use of Katerina’s footwork as a rhythmic instrument. Saturday, August 2...Showtime: 7:00 P. M. Tickets: $15
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KEN O' MALLEY, The Twilight Lord....Dublin born Ken O’Malley's rich, resonant voice and engaging stage presence have delighted audiences for over thirty years. In this unique solo performance, Ken transports his audience to his beloved Ireland through heartfelt singing and vivid storytelling. Find out why the Irish News calls this consummate entertainer “without question, . . .the single most enduring, influential and proficient of all Irish musicians in Southern California..” Don’t miss this magical evening of songs in both English and Irish Gaelic, accompanied by Ken’s remarkable talent on guitar and mandolin. “Dust-free and polished to perfection, each song is performed with authenticity, and the care one might use when handling a valuable family heirloom” ----Lisa Elaine Scott, Music Connection Magazine.
Sunday, August 3. Show Time: 7:00 P.M. Tix: $18.
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RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE....With EVAN MARSHALL on magic mandolin....one of, if not "the" most historical Western bands in the world, The Riders Of The Purple Sage starred in films and radio for the pre-war days to today... Today's Riders, under the leadership of Cody Bryant, put on a show rich with old and new music. Band members are highly-skilled musicians-instruments include a five-string banjo, hot lead guitar, fiddle, steel guitar, bass, and drums and consummate vocalists. While keeping alive the tradition of the original Riders' sound, they continue to write and perform new material that carries on and builds upon their signature style. Adding a strong swing influence (ala Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys), their performances appeal to listeners and dancers of all ages. Todayâs Riders bring together hot swing riffs with smooth harmonies that, at the end of the show, leave the audience wanting more. Their sound and show makes you feel that all is well in the West. In October they were “etherial” and “Orchestral.” They exceeded musicianship. They exceeded their genre.
You owe it to yourself to see this most amazing and amusing exhibit. Forget what you think you like and don’t like. See The Riders Of The Purple Sage.
Monday, August 4. Showtime: 8:00 P.M. Tickets: $20

The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena, CA. Phone for Reservations: (626) 398-7917

 

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