March 2010

Monday, March 1
Closed.

Tuesday, March 2
Open Mic. in the SideBar, 8pm signup, 9pm showtime, 21+, no cover.

Wednesday, March 3
Closed.

Thursday, March 4
(ECLECTIC) Local & Vocal, hosted by E.P. Creedon; 8:30pm, $7.
8:30pm - Model Stranger, 9:45pm - Rough Cut, 11:00pm - E.P. Creedon Band.
The E.P Creedon Band is a hard driven music machine. With influences from all over the spectrum from rock to blues to jazz, pop, alternative, and latin, the E.P Creedon Band has a style all its own. Frontman and guitarist E."Patrick" Creedon has been blessed enough to share the stage with Buddy Guy, Charlie Wooten, and Warren Haynes to name a few. After playing with the Band Liquor Boxx and traveling on the road for three solid years he has decided to come back to his hometown Chicago and rip open a new door in this great musical town. This is an amazing group of high energy, great song writing, and amazing taste that you want to see as well as hear.

Thursday, March 4
(CARD GAMES) Euchre, 7:30 pm in the SideBar
Come on out to the SideBar for some Euchre - play, learn or just watch! All are welcomed.

Friday, March 5
(ROCK) Monte Montgomery, 9pm, $15 TW/advance tickets.
Monte Montgomery has taken the acoustic guitar beyond anyone's expectations. With his amazing fretwork, unique combination finger and pick style playing through trailblazing "chordal" thoroughfares often baffling even the most accomplished players. While Monte remains a huge enigma in the guitar universe, his legendary reputation has spread like wildfire since he appeared on Austin City Limits. In 2004 Monte was named on Guitar Player Magazine's list of "Top 50 Greatest Guitarists Of All Time" and in 2005 he was featured the covers of Frets and Acoustic Guitar magazines. Countless articles have been written about Monte describing him "The Evel Knievel of Guitar", "Six Strings Attached To Dynamite", "The Answer To The Fermi Paradox" and "The Acoustic Shred Master" just to name a few. Monte's fretwork has become the benchmark for acoustic guitar players. "An American Original", there is no doubt Monte Montgomery is destined to become An American Legend.
montemontgomery.com

Saturday, March 6
(ROCK) Rhett Miller, plus Ligon and McDonough, 9pm, $20 TW/advance tickets.
Rhett Miller is the front man and main songwriter of the hard-charging rock ‘n’ roll quartet the Old 97’s, as well as an accomplished solo artist. In addition to his seven records with the 97’s, he’s released two highly regarded solo albums, The Instigator (2002) and The Believer (2006). Rhett continues to balance his solo endeavors with his membership in the Old 97’s. The still-active quartet was prominently featured in the Jennifer Aniston/Vince Vaughn romantic comedy, “The Break Up.” Rhett Miller's brand new, self-titled album has been cultivating enthusiastic reviews. Rolling Stone magazine gave the album four stars, calling it “his strongest solo set ever.”
rhettmiller.com

Sunday, March 7
(JAZZ) Chicago Grandstand Big Band, 6pm, $10, 17 & under $5.
The Chicago Grandstand Big Band has been an integral part of Chicago's entertainment community for over 25 years. This band has an extensive selection of arrangements that encompass everything from the Swing Era (Benny Goodman, Glen Miller, Artie Shaw, etc) to Big Band Jazz (Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman etc.
chicagograndstandbigband.com

Jazz programming at FitzGerald's is generously sponsored by public radio 90.9 FM WDCB, Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Tuesday, March 9
Open Mic. in the Club, signup at 8pm, showtime at 8:30pm, free.

Wednesday, March 10
(ECLECTIC) Chicago Singer Spotlight with Becca Kaufman, 8pm, $8.
Chicago Singer Spotlight is a showcase open to anyone: male or female, from the seasoned professional to the aspiring beginner. And the diversity doesn’t end there. A typical show encompasses music genres of all types including: jazz, rock, country, musical theater and original material. Each show consists of four vocalists performing a four-song set with a professional house band. This week featuring Liz Healy, Mike Healy, Margaret Stewart and Therese Hegler.
singerspotlight.com

Thursday, March 11
(BENEFIT) Catholic Charities 2010 West Suburban St. Patrick's Day Celebration, 6:30pm.
Start your St. Patrick's Day celebration early by joining the fun at FitzGerald's, 6615 Roosevelt Road in Berwyn, on Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 6:30 to 9:30pm. Reservations are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Proceeds will benefit Catholic Charities' Transitional Housing Program in the West Region. The evening features hearty Irish fare, imported and domestic beer, wine and soft drinks, a silent auction and a prize raffle, and great Irish entertainment, featuring the McNulty Dancers, the Shannon Rovers and the Chancey Brothers. The event is co-chaired by Board members, John O'Leary, Ben Jagoe and Patrick VanDeWalle.
catholiccharities.net/registrations/event/stpats

Thursday, March 11
(CARD GAMES) Euchre, 7:30 pm. in the SideBar
Come on out to the SideBar for some Euchre - play, learn or just watch! All are welcomed.

Friday, March 12
(ROCK) Yellowhammers, Velvet Jimis, 9pm, $10 TW/advance tickets.
An American blend of rock that draws from blues, country, and folk, the band is loose not sloppy, tender not soft, forlorn not pitiful, but always hopeful. This is roots rock from Chicago’s West Side.
yellowhammers.com velvetjimis.com

Saturday, March 13
(COUNTRY/ROCK) Heartsfield w/ Whitey Morgan & the 78s, 9pm, $15 TW/advance tickets.
"Soulful, down-home sound. Distinct vocal harmonies. Rootsy, swampy, foot-stompin’ country rock with bits of folk and jazz blended in. A “guitar army” backed up with fiddle, mandolin, jaw harp and drums, Heartsfield is a slice of Americana." – Lee B. Roberts, The Journal Times
heartsfield.com

Whitey Morgan hails from Flint, Michigan. That’s nowhere near Nashvegas. The factories are closed, jobs are scarce and the people are bitter. Whitey sings songs these people can relate to. In the spirit of Waylon, Merle and Willie; Whitey’s melodies help people forget their problems for a few hours and serve as the guideline for drinking sorrows away. The halftime groove brings out everyone’s dancing shoes and while Whitey plays, the world is a better place. Whitey Morgan was just signed by Chicago’s own Bloodshot Records!
whiteymorgan.com

Saturday, March 13
The SideBar will be closed for a private party.

Sunday, March 14
(JAZZ) Oak Park Children's Choir Jazz Cafe! 1pm doors, 2pm show, $5.

Sunday, March 14
(JAZZ) John Burnett Orchestra, 6pm, $10, 17 & under $5.
We’ll pay a special tribute to our recently deceased friend and long-time jazz fan Vern McCarthy, featuring some of his favorite tunes by Stan Keaton, Woody Herman, and Count Basie.
The John Burnett Orchestra specializes in '40s-style big band swing - keeping alive the sounds of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Count Basie and others. Each musician is highly professional and most have played with many of the top American big bands such as the Miller, Herman and Buddy Rich Bands. In addition to swing music the orchestra performs current big band jazz charts and many vocal ballads such as those of Frank Sinatra, Joe Williams, Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughn.
The orchestra is directed by John Burnett; morning host of 90.9FM WDCB - Public Radio From College of DuPage - Chicago's leading jazz radio station.
johnburnettorchestra.com

Jazz programming at FitzGerald's is generously sponsored by public radio 90.9 FM WDCB, Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Tuesday, March 16
Open Mic. in the SideBar, signup at 8pm, starts at 9pm, free.

Wednesday, March 17
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! Doors 1pm; $10; Kids 12 and under $5.
FitzGerald’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival will feature Tributosaurus “becomes Van Morrison,” The Dooley Brothers, Switchback, The Mayer School Irish Step Dancers, and The Avenue Kids. It's a Family Affair, however, all children must be accompanied by an adult and are welcome to stay until 10pm.

Tributosaurus becomes Van Morrison – Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland in 1945, "Van the Man" is widely considered one of the most important living artists of our time. Tributosaurus will attempt in two hours to cover his vast body of work including hits like “Gloria,” “Brown Eyed Girl,” “Moondance,” “Domino,” and “Wild Night” plus lesser known works from albums like Astral Weeks, Veedon Fleece, and Common One. The guys are also working up some of Van’s Celtic side for the occasion! Will perform two sets in the tent, one at 8pm and one at 9:30pm.

The Dooley Brothers – Coming from a River Forest family, the boys formed a group in the '60s, and have played our St. Patrick’s Day for 28 years! Will perform in the club at 7pm.

Switchback – Featuring Brian FitzGerald and Martin McCormack, Switchback was named the 2008 top duo in a pub, festival, or concert (US, IRE, EU, UK) by the Irish Music Association. They will be performing songs from their brand new album The Ghosts of River Folk!!! Radio Submit is calling Ghosts of the River Folk “some of the best Roots/Americana Country, Roots Rock, Pop and Folk music to be released to radio in 2010. This album has it all and is sure to please any music lover.” Radio Submit is the #1 Music To Radio Distribution Site in the U.S.A. Will perform in the tent at 6:30pm and in the club at 8:30pm

Avenue Kids is a children's orchestra directed by Tracy Brade in Oak Park. The classes are geared toward introducing kids to a broad spectrum of music from other cultures and genres. Will perform in the club at 6pm.

Mayer School Irish Stepdancers – Mary Mayer and her kids always put on a great show St. Patty’s Day with the colorful costumes and championship level dancing. Paul McHugh and Mary provide instrumental accompaniment for the dancers. Will perform in the tent from 2pm to 6pm.

Wishbone will be serving a St. Patty’s Pick and Pay Buffet, including Corned Beef & Cabbage, Guinness Beef Stew, Vegetarian Millet Cakes, a kid-friendly menu and more!

Thursday, March 18
(ROCK) Spade Kitty Showcase, 8pm, $5.
A monthly showcase of local rock bands sure to shake this roadhouse!
Tonight featuring:
8pm – Dave Kay
9pm – Roxy Swain
10pm – Holiday House
11pm – Loud Quiet Loud.
spadekitty.com

Thursday, March 18
(CARD GAMES) Euchre, 7:30 pm. in the SideBar
Come on out to the SideBar for some Euchre - play, learn or just watch! All are welcomed.

Friday, March 19
(JAM BAND/ROCK) Mr. Blotto with The Redmonds, 9:30pm, $10 TW/advance tickets.
Mr. Blotto takes the Jam band aesthetic into areas unfamiliar to the standard Jam Scene. They have been known to cover entire albums by Led Zepplin and the Who as well as perform entire shows of Country and Reggae. Artists as diverse as the Grateful Dead, the Flaming Lips, Willie Nelson and The Velvet Underground have seen their material interpreted by Mr. Blotto in the 2000+ shows the band has performed in the last 15 years, yet covers only pepper the bands hefty catalog of original material stemming from five studio albums and other unreleased crowd favorites.
mr blotto

Friday, March 19
Bunkertown, 8:30pm in the SideBar, $5 donation.
Featuring Mark Anderson and Brian Anderson.

Saturday, March 20
(BENEFIT) The Chi-Town Jazz Festival, 8:30pm, $15 min donation.
Will benefit West Suburban P.A.D.S and Catholic Charities.
Featuring:
Marbin (with Dani Rabin and Danny Marcovich)
John Moulder Quintet   johnmoulder.com
Paul Wertico’s Mid East Mid West Alliance   paulwertico.com

Sunday, March 21
(JAZZ) Prohibition Orchestra of Chicago, 6pm, $10.
"We are a 10-piece band dedicated to playing the music of the early big band era. All of our arrangements were published from 1923 to 1934. It’s the real authentic sound, and we’re the only Chicago-area band currently playing in this style."
prohibitionorchestra.com

Jazz programming at FitzGerald’s is generously sponsored by public radio 90.9 FM WDCB, Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Tuesday, March 23
Open Mic. in the SideBar, 8pm signup, 9pm showtime, 21+, no cover.

Wednesday, March 24 (JAZZ) TWO FOR ONE JAZZ NIGHT! PAY FOR ONE BAND AND CHECK OUT THE OTHER FOR FREE!
Rob Parton Big Band with the YJED (Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage), 8pm, $10, 17 and under $5.
The Rob Parton Big Band features a group of the finest musicians in Chicago. Musically, the band mirrors that of the European Radio Orchestras, where new music is the focus. The music features the sounds of the electric guitar, electric bass, percussion and musical styles outside of the traditional swing setting, hitting upon funk grooves, hip hop grooves, latin grooves and of course the essence of it all, swing. In some ways it might be very similar to Gordon Goodwin’s Big PHAT Band intersecting with Maria Schneider’s Jazz Orchestra.
rparton.com

The Salty Dogs, 7:30 pm in the SideBar Music Room, $10, 17 and under $5.
In 1947, a group of Purdue University students formed the Salty Dogs Jazz Band. In the earliest days of jazz, Indiana was the place where the great bands played, recorded and set down their musical roots. The Salty Dogs Jazz Band was born from that tradition and they continue today as living testament that great hot jazz will live forever. The roots of the Salty Dogs dig deep to the early jazz musicians of the 1920s - Hoagy Carmichael, King Oliver, The New Orleans Rhythm Kings, Jelly Roll Morton, Bix Biederbecke, Hitch's Happy Harmonists, and Louis Armstrong. They all recorded in Richmond, Indiana and many of their sidemen settled in the Chicago area.
saltydogsjazzband.com

Thursday, March 25
(COUNTRY) Country Night in Berwyn, 8pm, $5.
CD release of Long Gone Lonesome Boys 3rd album Commando! Opening the night will be Chicago Voice Exchange (www.songcvx.com) & finishing off will be The Tillers (www.myspace.com/thetillersthree) from Ohio.
myspace.com/longgonelonesomeboys | songcvx.com | myspace.com/thetillersthree

Thursday, March 25
(CARD GAMES) Euchre, 7:30 pm. in the SideBar
Come on out to the SideBar for some Euchre - play, learn or just watch! All are welcomed.

Friday, March 26
(ROCK) An Evening with The Radiators, 9pm, $20 TW/advance tickets.
This group could only come from New Orleans. Since its earliest settlement, the city developed a rich musical heritage that gave birth to 20th century American music. Musicians from this region were the first to incorporate African rhythms with Western melody. The Radiators, an extremely eclectic group of musicians, rely on a myriad of musical influences to create their own sound - "Fish Head Music". At a Radiators show it is not uncommon to hear blues, R&B, jazz, country, Zydeco, soul, swing, and even gospel filtering through their original New Orleans Rock N’ Roll. The Radiators are a true rock n’ roll band, loyal to the concept of ensemble playing. Their music is a living & breathing entity, and one never knows what will happen at a Radiators show... not even the Rads!
theradiators.org

*Also on Friday, March 26
(ROCK) Cannonball, 8pm in the SideBar, free!

Saturday, March 27
(ROCK) An Evening with The Radiators, 9pm, $20 TW/advance tickets.
Please see above.

Saturday, March 27
(ROCK) Scott Miller, plus Terry White; 8 pm doors, 9 pm show in the SideBar Music Room, $12.
“Scott Miller blends folk and rock like there ain’t no words for. The power of storytelling with the power of a compressed electric guitar comes through this Virginian not heard since the likes of Wayne Newton (fellow Virginian) or The Statler Brothers (also of the Commonwealth.) Not even since Thomas Jefferson (Virginian) and Woodrow Wilson (another Virginian) formed their rock trio with drummer Stewart Copeland (northern Virginian) ‘League of Nations.’ ”

Sunday, March 28
(JAZZ) Bill O’Connell’s Chicago Skyliners Big Band, 6pm, $10, 17 & under $5.
A house band at FitzGerald’s since 1991, the Chicago Skyliners Big Band is one of the top big bands in Chicagoland. Besides original material by contemporary big band arrangers, the band also features the music of Buddy Rich, Maynard Ferguson, Count Basie, Stan Kenton and Woody Herman. Blue Birdland recording artists. The band has recorded 7 CDs. Big band is alive and well. Celebrate this great art form most every Sunday at FitzGerald’s. On your way there, check Bill’s big band radio show Sundays at 5pm on 90.9FM WDCB.
chicagoskylinersbigband.com

Jazz programming at FitzGerald’s is generously sponsored by public radio 90.9 FM WDCB, Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Tuesday, March 30
Open Mic. in the SideBar, 8pm signup, 9pm showtime, 21+, no cover.

Wednesday March 31
Rockabilly Swing Dance Party featuring Two Tons of Steel plus The Hoyle Brothers, 8:30pm, $7 per person, $10 per couple.
Two Tons’ rambunctious brand of country-rooted rock has been inspiring listeners in the great republic – and far beyond – for more than two decades, and with its Lloyd Maines-produced 10th album, Not That Lucky, the band is ready to throw its weight around even more. Explaining why he always clears his schedule for Two Tons of Steel, Maines simply declares, “They’re one of the best bands in Texas.”

Lead singer-acoustic guitarist Kevin Geil does the heavy lifting when it comes to describing the San Antonio-based band's sound. “Two Tons is two tons of steel,” he says. “We're kind of in your face, almost punk rock at times.” It's high-energy, that's for sure. Inspired equally by Elvis Presley and the Ramones, Two Tons combines the talents of the kinetic Geil with Dennis Fallon on electric guitar, Chris Dodds on drums and harmony vocals, and Chris Rhoades on upright and electric bass.
twotons.com

The Hoyle Brothers approach their music the way a preacher might prepare for a sermon: Reference the good Book, find a theme that resonates and deliver it with fire and passion. That’s what makes The Hoyle Brothers so special. Their brand of genuine country music draws from the genre’s deepest traditions–lyrics that speak universal truths, melody lines that melt your heart and two-step rhythms that make your boots scoot.
hoylebrothers.com

Thursday, April 1
Donna the Buffalo, 8:30pm, $15 TW/advance tickets, $17 door.
Donna the Buffalo’s eclectic and often socially conscious music has it’s base in traditional mountain music and is infused with elements of Cajun/ zydeco, rock, folk, reggae, and country. The group’s core are vocalists Tara Nevins, who plays fiddle, guitar, accordion, and scrubboard, and guitarist Jeb Puryear. Keyboardist Dave McCracken, bassist Jay Sanders, and drummer Vic Stafford complete the ensemble.
donnathebuffalo.com

Friday, April 2
Wishbone Ash, 9pm, $20 TW/advance tickets.
Wishbone Ash brings their twin-lead guitar mastery, driving rhythms and soulful harmonies to the United States for a Spring 2010 Tour. Hot on the heels of their 40th Anniversary Tour of Europe and the United Kingdom, the band, led by founding member Andy Powell, will rock American venues in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest. A quintessential road band, Wishbone Ash is an acknowledged influence on many other bands, including Thin Lizzy and Iron Maiden. The Ash continues to be a hard act to follow as they are currently being discovered by new generations of loyal rock fans.
wishboneash.com

Saturday, April 3
(ROCK/ECLECTIC) Rico! 9 pm, $10 TW/advance tickets (On Sale Fri., Mar. 12 at 9am).
Rico is defined as a band with a rich sound of diversified musical cultures. Rico creates an immense fiery soulful sound through bass, congas, percussion, drums, timbales, keyboards, guitar, and pure passion. The band will move you physically and mentally with their hypnotic blend of afro-cuban rhythms, or purge deep into your soul with their eminent sense of melody. They are influenced and inspired by all the innovative rock, soul, jazz, afro-cuban, blues, funk, reggae, and hip-hop pioneers.
ricojams.com

Monday, April 5 (Easter Monday)
(JAZZ) Harry James Orchestra, doors: 6:30pm, show: 7:30pm, 2 sets, $20 TW/advance tickets. (On Sale Friday, March 5 @ 9am)
Under the direction of trumpeter Fred Radke, the Harry James Orchestra continues to bring audiences to their feet with the revitalized music of the big band era. Launched by trumpeter Harry James in 1939, who left the Benny Goodman Orchestra to start his own band, the Harry James Orchestra was one of the best-selling groups of the big band era. James, one of the most outstanding instrumentalists of the swing era, was also one of the most popular bandleaders of the first half of the 1940s. He continued to lead his band until just before his death in 1983.
harryjamesband.com

Thursday, April 8
Carlos H. Gomez Tribute, details tbd.

Saturday, April 9
Fred Eaglesmith plus the Ginn Sisters, 9pm, $15 TW/advance tickets.
The New Yorker magazine said it best: “If you’re missing Fred Eaglesmith, you’re really missing out.” His latest album, 2008’s Tinderbox, amply displays the qualities that have made Eaglesmith a true cult phenomenon. Nominated for a Juno Award for Roots & Traditional Album of the Year as well as making the short list for The Polaris Prize, the Top 10 Americana chart album explores spirituality, faith, life, love, labor and more within a full-blooded musical and lyrical experience that draws from folk, country, rock, gospel, old-time music, bluegrass and even spoken word to create a stunning contemporary roots music all its own.
fredeaglesmith.com
theginnsisters.com

Saturday, April 10
(ECLECTIC) Funkadesi! 9 pm, $15 TW/advance tickets (On Sale Fri., Mar. 12 at 9am).
The 5-Time Winner of The Chicago Music Awards, FUNKADESI is capturing the attention of the U.S. and the rest of the globe. Funkadesi has been hailed by Time Magazine, and even caught the attention of U.S. Senator Barack Obama, who notes: “Funkadesi really knows how to get a crowd going. I can't say enough how energizing this band is. There's a lot of funk in that desi!” Funkadesi proudly hails from Chicago, representing the diverse multi-ethnic communities within the city. What distinguishes Funkadesi as a group is each band member’s unique and uncompromised cultural/musical contribution merging to create one unifying sound and vision.
funkadesi.com

Saturday, April 10
(ROCK) Ben Schmidt, 8 pm in the SideBar, $10 TW/advance tickets (On Sale Fri., Mar. 12 at 9am).
Singer songwriter Ben Schmidt has released three self-produced CDs; Write it down 2002, While you were Sleeping 2005, and Silt 2010. His warm, versatile voice, alternately sweet and dark, colors compositions from ballads to blues. Called "an extraordinary talent" and "the total package" by music critic Jim Musser (No Depression), Ben is influenced by a vast range of musicians and musical genres, most prominently folk and Mississippi delta blues.
myspace.com/benschmidtmusic

Saturday, April 17
(ROCK/COUNTRY) Dave Gonzalez and the Stone River Boys, The Kevin Gordon Band, and Whisker Music; 9pm, $12 TW/advance tickets (On Sale Fri., Mar. 12 at 9am).
When the Hacienda Brothers released their third and final studio album titled Arizona Motel in 2008, guitarist Dave Gonzalez was left with the unfortunate task of promoting the new release without his partner Chris Gaffney who died unexpectedly from liver cancer. So Gonzalez put together an Austin Texas all-star band to hit some of The Hacienda Brothers favorite venues, and it was Gonzalez himself who took over the onstage vocal duties for all of Gaffney’s songs, nailing them with emotion and finesse night after night. Gonzalez’s outstanding performances are no surprise to those who followed The Paladins, where Gonzalez did the bulk of the singing for over 20 years. Dave Gonzalez was also the Hacienda Brother’s primary songwriter and powerhouse guitarist who in 2007 was named one of Guitar Player Magazine’s “Top 101 Unsung Guitar Heroes.”
stoneriverboys.com

Alternative country-rock singer/songwriter Kevin Gordon was born and raised in West Monroe, Lousiana, and grew up on a steady diet of the area's indigenous swamp blues, honky tonk and rockabilly. A published poet and graduate of the University of Iowa Writers Workshop, he teamed with producer and E Street Band bassist Garry Tallent to record his debut Illinois 5 a.m., issued in 1997 on the Nashville-based Motherlode label; Down to the Wall followed in mid-2000. Gordon's songs have also been recorded by rockabilly legend Sonny Burgess and All the King's Men, an ad hoc band formed by onetime Elvis Presley sidemen Scotty Moore and D.J. Montana. Jason Ankeny, All Music Guide
kevingordon.net

As leading members, Anthony Ferretti and Lena Rush ultimately define the core of Whisker Music. Originally from Portland Oregon, the two moved to Chicago to persue the beginnings of what is now Whisker Music. Ferretti and Rush chose particular sounds for their debut recording, stemming from their influence by the classics in rock, folk and country.
whiskermusic.com

Thurs, April 28
Ladies of the Canyon Tribute--Melissa Etheridge, details tbd.

Saturday, April 30
Count Basie Orch., details tbd.

Saturday, May 1
(ROCK) Shawn Phillips, 5:30pm door, 6:30pm show, $20 TW/advance tickets.
Dubbed “the best kept secret in the music business” by the late rock promoter Bill Graham, guitarist, songwriter, singer, and sitarist Shawn Phillips boasts a five-decade career that has left critics and audiences wondering how to categorize the type of music that he performs. Initially identified as a folk-rock singer-songwriter in the manner of 1970s musical stars James Taylor, Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, and Jackson Browne, Phillips subsequently released albums that were alternately labeled progressive rock or art rock. Regardless of their classifications, each of his releases display Phillips's three-octave vocal range and adeptness on six- and twelve-string guitar. He is also noted for his collaborations with British folk-rock singer Donovan Leitch and for his minor participation in the recording of the Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.
shawnphillips.com

Saturday, May 8
(ROCK) The Red Elvises, 9:30pm, $15 TW/advance tickets.
The Red Elvises are a Russian-American band that performs rock and roll, surf, rockabilly, reggae, lounge and traditional Russian styles of music. Believing that one cannot go wrong with “The King” Elvis Presley as an inspirtion and with “red” being not only their favorite color but the national color of their native country, the Red Elvises were created.
redelvises.com

Thursday, June 24
(ROCK) XRT Show – Sonny Landreth, 8 pm, $25 TW/advance tickets (On Sale Fri., Mar. 12 at 9am).
Well-know for his slide-guitar technique, singer-songwriter-guitarist Sonny Landreth brings together blues, jazz, Cajun, zydeco, and rock music, creating a style that's increasingly appealing to a wide array of listeners. Eric Clapton has said he is “probably the most underestimated musician on the planet and also probably one of the most advanced.”
sonnylandreth.com