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LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS SCHEDULE We feature live concerts by an eclectic line-up of singers and musicians, as well as other special events. Check our schedule below for upcoming concerts and other special events. | |||||||
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Performances are 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. | ||||||||
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JANUARY Friday January 4 -- Ryan Adcock Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who been making quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign countries! He’s a favorite of ours and we couldn’t be happier that he’s finally taken a short break from touring and running marathons and is here to entertain you! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vocalist” and “Best Singer-Songwriter” in Cincinnati. Whether you call it folk-rock, indi-rock or rockin’ folk, Ryan pounds it out and tells a story – funny, sad or soulful – his music hits the emotions, and creates the excitement as only the great ones do.! And he’s great in any venue – especially our! His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Saturday January 5 – Natural Born Easy: American roots, blues, with a hint of Greenwich Village Natural Born Easy was spawned out of the love for great American music spanning the better part of the century. Two acoustic guitars and two voices reflect and evoke the songs and sounds that fill the lives of generations, for a fun and entertaining evening sure to bring back some fine memories, and conjure up many new ones (New Roots, Old School). Steeped in the likes of the folkies from Laurel Canyon and New York, they seamlessly fuse the two together and serve it up garnered with Delta Blues and a side of West Texas Twang. Natural Born Easy is a young, sun soaked duo fresh out of the gates with both holsters loaded with songs sure to bring you back... or bring you up to date! Hey, they even play Steely Dan!
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Friday 1/11: $7 per pound College Hill Blend Coffee for the first 50 customers! One per person. Reg. $12.00, save $5.00!
Saturday 1/12: Free $7 gift certificate to the first 15 customers, when paying at register (paying for retail, dine in or carry out food). One per person, please.
Sunday 1/13: $7 off any $27 total retail purchase (excludes dine in & carry out food & beverage and bulk coffee).
Tuesday 1/15: Chicken Cherry salad, just $7.00 -- grilled chicken strips on fresh crisp Romaine lettuce, red onion rings, dried Michigan cherries, slivered almonds, served with poppy seed dressing, bread or crackers. Reg. $9.95, save $2.95.
Wednesday 1/16: Homemade 5-bean chili with corn, the chili is served with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and bread or crackers. Plus a fountain Pepsi product, iced tea or coffee of the day for just $7. Reg. $8.25 to 8.75, save $1.25 to 1.50.
Thursday 1/17: Lucky you! $7 will buy you any of CHCC’s grilled Panini sandwiches. Each grilled sandwich is served with your choice of side, pickle spear and tortilla chips. Reg. $7.95, save $1.00.
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At an early age, Angela
had a wide variety of musical interests including that of Elvis Presley,
Music Saturday January 12 – Tracy Walker headlines Night #2 of Anniversary Weekend! For over a decade Tracy has been at the forefront of Cincinnati’s music scene. Named Best Singer/Songwriter & Best Folk Artist by CityBeat. Awarded two CAMMY’s, the Cincinnati Enquirer Pop for Best Solo Act and Best Folk/Bluegrass Vocalist and Best Local Musician in City Beat’s Best Of Cincinnati reader’s poll.
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Friday January 18 – Strange Brew Mike Biere and Brian Wymore. Classic and eclectic rock with acoustic guitar, bass, and use of some special effects and backing tracks on a few tunes. Cream, Badfinger, The Beach Boys, Steely Dan, Beatles, Hot Tuna and more. This is a new, emerging group. Both musicians have long experience with other groups to establish their unique style.
Saturday January 19 – Betsy Lippitt From Old English Ballads to Jazz and everywhere in between, accompanied or acapella, her songs are thoroughly memorable. “Her solo concert is a multi-faceted tour-de-force.” (Canal Street News, Dayton, Ohio) The San Francisco Bay Times once wrote: “Betsy sings as wide as she smiles.” For added excitement, Betsy is now “plugged-in”. Don’t miss this. Her voice, violin and guitar have never sounded as ethereal as they do now that she can echo through an effects pedal before she echoes into your ears.
Friday January 25 – Dave Hawkins and The Perfect Men College Hill’s own Dave Hawkins, singer, songwriter and Nashville recording artist along with his band the Perfect Men. Why are they the "Perfect Men"? Dave says they were the ones who said they'd play with him! Good music from three guys -- a great trio of songwriter-storytellers with generation-spanning players.
Saturday January 26 -- Lydian Mix in a return engagement – with Marianne Puntenney The Lydian Mix are jazzed when they perform jazz standards, smokey when they play the blues and enjoy adding an eclectic mix of other music styles that offer "a little something for everyone." Marianne Puntenney, who also sings with Everything's Jake, offers interpretations of jazz and blues classics that are soulful and creative, bringing comparisons to Etta James and Judy Garland. Michael Perry has played mandolin, keyboard, oboe and bass with Elberon and The Uncle Dirty Band. Michael will be bringing his vocals and a sweet, smooth jazz guitar that will please any jazz lover. Bill Freeman is currently playing with the jazz group, Jazz Cab. As the bass player with Lydian Mix , Bill's active style of play really captures the audience and adds a resonating richness. And, finally, Freddy Price has been playing drums, drums and more good drums, most recently with Everything's Jake.
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FEBRUARY Friday February 1 -- Just Earth featuring Jamie Fota, Paulette Meier and Len Webb Jamie Fota and Paulette Meier have both been performing songs of peace, freedom, social justice, and earth sustainability for over 20 years. Paulette and Jamie have appeared as soloists and have also performed together. Jamie’s CD, Out of the Silence, is an eclectic mix of original songs celebrating personal growth and spirituality. Paulette has two recordings, Harmony for Social Justice (with Ginny Frazier), and Come Join the Circle: LessonSongs for Peacemaking, an award-winning collection of original children’s songs. Paulette and Jamie are currently performing with Len Webb (winds, percussion and vocals) and sometimes other friends as “Just Earth”.
Saturday February 2 -- The Melissa Smith Group in a return engagement! The Melissa Smith Group is an acoustic trio providing music ranging from singer-songwriter to blues and everything in between. Roger Wright and Scott Witte provide rhythm and lead acoustic guitar, with Melissa Smith heading the group with a voice that has drawn comparisons to EmmyLou Harris and Linda Ronstadt.
Friday February 8 -- Dante's Gypsy Circus with Mayan Ruins Dante's Gypsy Circus is a collaborative of tribal belly dancers and fire performance artists who've been lighting up the night in Cincinnati and beyond since 2007. They perform for music festivals, stage productions, private parties and more, working with intricate, story-telling choreographies as well as improvisational sets to live, local music. Learn more at www.dantesgypsycircus.com, and connect with them at www.facebook.com/dantesgypsycircus
Saturday February 9 -- Anna Beljin and Milovan Anna belts them out with dad Milovan and hubby Luke playing backup guitar. Enjoy their performance of new, classic, blues, rock and country! They’ve performed at the Queen City Balladeers concerts and other local festivals and concerts and a variety of other venues. She’s got a voice that will blow you away! Total talent with acoustic guitar and vocal pop/folk music. Anna is a big favorite at College Hill Coffee Co. – be here and you’ll see why!
Friday February 15 -- Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are back Wild Carrot and the Roots Band is Pam Temple (vocals, guitar, concertina), Spencer Funk (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Brenda Wolfersberger (vocals, upright bass) and Brandt Smith (vocals, banjo, Dobro). This quartet brings joy and energy to their unique mix of American Roots music, touching on Bluegrass, Country, swinging Jazz, Modern Folk and Celtic music. Great energy, great harmonies and great connection with an audience.
Saturday February 16 – Bridge Street Duo returns! Mike Biere on guitar & vocals; John Ley on guitar, harmonica, and vocals. Between them, they bring you acoustic renditions of classic Beatles, Cat Stevens, Eagles, CS&N, Seals & Croft, Peter & Gordon, America, Gordon Lightfoot, Everly Brothers, Train, The Byrds, Stones, Kenny Chesney, Jonathan Edwards, Simon & Garfunkel, Chad & Jeremy, Blessid Union of Souls, John Mayer, and many, many more. Great music, great harmonies, songs you remember.
Friday February 22 -- Bromwell-Diehl Band returns! BDB formed in the late '90s when songwriter Paul Bromwell asked vocalist Elaine Diehl to sing a demo of a few of his new tunes. The pair clicked immediately and invited Paul's drumming buddy, Mark Tipton, to join them on percussion, and Jan Diehl to play bass and sax. BDB has appeared at Seasongood Pavilion, Piatt Park, Borders Music and Books, Allyn's The Barrelhouse, Summerfair, Jammin' on Main and the Lilith Fair. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000.
Saturday February 23 – Craig’s Oldies Craig will strum and hum a few soft rock oldies (including Allman Bros, Neil Young, Tom Petty, Bob Seeger, Marshall Tucker, and of course our favorite Fab Four) for a couple hours and will also “test” your music trivia. Sing along!! It’s always fun, and faintly nostalgic when Craig starts playing and singing.
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MARCH Friday March 8 -- Ryan Adcock Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who been making quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign countries! He’s a favorite of ours and we couldn’t be happier that he’s finally taken a short break from touring and running marathons and is here to entertain you! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vocalist” and “Best Singer-Songwriter” in Cincinnati. Whether you call it folk-rock, indi-rock or rockin’ folk, Ryan pounds it out and tells a story – funny, sad or soulful – his music hits the emotions, and creates the excitement as only the great ones do.! And he’s great in any venue – especially our! His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Saturday March 9 – Susan Gray & Kristen Fryer Susan & Kristen feature their own material with personal, heartfelt lyrics and rich, full vocals that embody a soulful country/folk blend set to acoustic guitar. They also love to share their version of covers ranging from Bonnie Raitt and Indigo Girls to Brandi Carlile.
Friday March 15 – Karl Dappen Karl has been making musical magic with the saxophone for years, playing professionally solo and with several pop, rock, blues and jazz groups in the region. Along with the Swingblade Duo, he has performed with bands such as the jazzcasters. Tonight’s one of his remarkable solo gigs!
Saturday March 16 – Over Easy in their premier performance at CHCC Over Easy is a musical duo featuring Greg and Nancy Hudson. Their music encompasses a variety of genres, including soft rock, pop, blues and jazz. Covering music from the 60s to the present, their sound consists of vocals, piano, guitar and percussion. Over Easy has played coffee houses, clubs, restaurants, private affairs and other musical venue in the Greater Cincinnati area. Come welcome them to CHCC!
Friday March 22 – Lydian Mix in a return engagement – with Marianne Puntenney The Lydian Mix are jazzed when they perform jazz standards, smoky when they play the blues and enjoy adding an eclectic mix of other music styles that offer "a little something for everyone." Marianne Puntenney, who also sings with Everything's Jake, offers interpretations of jazz and blues classics that are soulful and creative, bringing comparisons to Etta James and Judy Garland. Michael Perry has played mandolin, keyboard, oboe and bass with Elberon and The Uncle Dirty Band. Michael will be bringing his vocals and a sweet, smooth jazz guitar that will please any jazz lover. Bill Freeman is currently playing with the jazz group, Jazz Cab. As the bass player with Lydian Mix, Bill's active style of play really captures the audience and adds a resonating richness. And, finally, Freddy Price has been playing drums, drums and more good drums, most recently with Everything's Jake.
Saturday March 23 – Chris Collier Critically acclaimed Cincinnati songwriter and modern folk artist, Chris Collier, brings her very special sound to this performance. Collier's unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following. Chris has released seven CDs to a praiseful local press; her latest, "This is Everything," is upbeat, heartfelt and reflective.
Friday March 29 – Strange Brew Mike Biere and Brian Wymore. Classic and eclectic rock with acoustic guitar, bass, and use of some special effects and backing tracks on a few tunes. Cream, Badfinger, The Beach Boys, Steely Dan, Beatles, Hot Tuna and more. This is a new, group, but both musicians have long experience with other groups to establish their unique style.
Saturday March 30 –Troubadours of Divine Bliss Through the years Aim Me Smiley and Renee Ananda have had the privilege of living the life of true troubadours, traveling the wondrous expanse of America, Europe & Canada & have been inspired accordingly. Acoustic music with a streak of old-timer flavor with a little weirdness, humor & range, sultry narratives, vaudeville send-ups. Troubadours of Divine Bliss are a duo from Kentucky brought together by the Universe in 1995. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele.
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APRIL Friday April 5 – Lydian Mix in a return engagement – with Marianne Puntenney The Lydian Mix are jazzed when they perform jazz standards, smoky when they play the blues and enjoy adding an eclectic mix of other music styles that offer "a little something for everyone." Marianne Puntenney, who also sings with Everything's Jake, offers interpretations of jazz and blues classics that are soulful and creative, bringing comparisons to Etta James and Judy Garland. Michael Perry has played mandolin, keyboard, oboe and bass with Elberon and The Uncle Dirty Band. Michael will be bringing his vocals and a sweet, smooth jazz guitar that will please any jazz lover. Bill Freeman is the bass player with Lydian Mix and his active style of play really captures the audience and adds a resonating richness. And, finally, Freddy Price has been playing drums, drums and more good drums, most recently with Everything's Jake.
Saturday April 6 – Fast Sky Fast Sky plays an eclectic and wide array of soft and energetic rock music; from the Beatles to Leonard Cohen, from Pink Floyd to Simon and Garfunkel, and from Cold Play to Kenny Chesney, the Doors, and John Mayer. They also perform some original music. Their goal is to entertain, combining a wide selection of musical styles with a variety of instruments and voices, to keep the sound fresh and exciting. The duo is composed of Alan Mistler and Joe Moorman who have enjoyed playing music individually for many years. Alan sings, plays guitar and keyboard. Joe sings and plays the mandolin, electric bass guitar, and several wind instruments
Friday, April 12 -- Ripple Effect – A new sound and we’ve got them!
Saturday April 13 – Anna Beljin, Milovan and Luke Anna belts them out with dad Milovan and hubby Luke playing backup guitar. Enjoy their performance of new, classic, blues, rock and country! They’ve performed at the Queen City Balladeers concerts and other local festivals and concerts and a variety of other venues. She’s got a voice that will blow you away! Total talent with acoustic guitar and vocal pop/folk music. Anna is a big favorite at College Hill Coffee Co. – be here and you’ll see why!
Friday April 19 – The Melissa Smith Group in a return engagement! The Melissa Smith Group is an acoustic trio providing music ranging from singer-songwriter to blues and everything in between. Roger Wright and Scott Witte provide rhythm and lead acoustic guitar, with Melissa Smith heading the group with a voice that has drawn comparisons to EmmyLou Harris and Linda Ronstadt.
Saturday April 20 – Betsy Lippit From Old English Ballads to Jazz and everywhere in between, accompanied or acapella, her songs are thoroughly memorable. “Her solo concert is a multi-faceted tour-de-force.” (Canal Street News, Dayton, Ohio) The San Francisco Bay Times once wrote: “Betsy sings as wide as she smiles.” For added excitement, Betsy is now “plugged-in”. Don’t miss this. Her voice, violin and guitar have never sounded as ethereal as they do now that she can echo through an effects pedal before she echoes into your ears.
Friday April 26 – Dante’s Gypsy Circus and Mayan Ruins Dante's Gypsy Circus is a collaborative of tribal belly dancers and fire performance artists who've been lighting up the night in Cincinnati and beyond since 2007. They perform for music festivals, stage productions, private parties and more, working with intricate, story-telling choreographies as well as improvisational sets to live, local music. Learn more at www.dantesgypsycircus.com, and connect with them at www.facebook.com/dantesgypsycircus
Saturday April 27 – Bridge St. Duo returns! Mike Biere on guitar & vocals; John Ley on guitar, harmonica, and vocals. Between them, they bring you acoustic renditions of classic Beatles, Cat Stevens, Eagles, CS&N, Seals & Croft, Peter & Gordon, America, Gordon Lightfoot, Everly Brothers, Train, The Byrds, Stones, Kenny Chesney, Jonathan Edwards, Simon & Garfunkel, Chad & Jeremy, Blessid Union of Souls, John Mayer, and many, many more. Great music, great harmonies, and songs you remember.
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MAY Friday May 3 – Raison d’Etre – “Reason for Being” Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) RAISON D'ETRE, the award-winning folk trio from Northern Kentucky, will add a little jive to your java as they perform original tunes, a cappella swing, and covers of song writers like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jesse Winchester, and Dolly Parton. Their sound has been described by CITYBEAT as "some of the best three-part harmony singing you'll likely ever hear." Violet Rae, Vickie and Roberta back themselves on guitar, banjo, keyboard, and six-string mandolin for an evening of swinging country folk.
Saturday May 4 -- John Ford Music – a premier performance! Ford is a veteran of the Cincinnati music scene, playing classic rock, punk and alt country in various bands, influenced by everything from classic & college rock to country blues. Currently playing a repertoire of self-composed American roots music. “I’ve been writing songs since my early teens” John explains, “Whether it be songs I’ve written or an old song from the 1930’s, I play what I fall in love with. Many times people ask if I’m doing all original music; sometimes I do, depending on the venue, but sometimes it’s just an old Son House song or a new Chris Smither song that people have never heard, that I consider to be a great song.” Over the past couple of years he has performed at “The Purple Fiddle” in West Virginia, “The Old Time Music Festival” in Metamora, Indiana & “The Bluebird Café” in Nashville, as well as many local Cincinnati venues including Fountain Square (Acoustic Thursdays) and The EdenSong Summer Concerts ASK JOHN ABOUT “SONGS FROM ROOM 414”
Friday May 10 – Natural Born Easy: American roots, blues, with a hint of Greenwich Village Natural Born Easy was spawned out of the love for great American music spanning the better part of the century. Two acoustic guitars and two voices reflect and evoke the songs and sounds that fill the lives of generations, for a fun and entertaining evening sure to bring back some fine memories, and conjure up many new ones (New Roots, Old School). Steeped in the likes of the folkies from Laurel Canyon and New York, they seamlessly fuse the two together and serve it up garnered with Delta Blues and a side of West Texas Twang. Natural Born Easy is a young, sun soaked duo fresh out of the gates with both holsters loaded with songs sure to bring you back... or bring you up to date! Hey, they even play Steely Dan!
Saturday May 11 VERY SPECIAL EVENT!
COLLEGE HILL’S 4th ANNUAL Spring Fling Art Show & Sale Sat. May 11 10 am - 2 pm
In the big parking lot behind College Hill Coffee Co., Enliven Salon, Bacall’s, Schwartz Jewelers, Silk Road Textiles, and Marty’s Hops & Vines (Stop by and browse these businesses while you’re here!)
Local artists will fill the lot with their beautiful wares. Fiber art, jewelry, pottery, photography, bird baths, paintings, mixed media art, drawings, tile work -- hand-crafted items showcasing beautiful woodworking and design -- and much more! Food and drinks available for purchase.
Saturday May 11 -- Ripple Effect – A new sound and we’ve got them! Ripple Effect was formed with the group formerly known as Tom & Larry invited Joe to sit in at a few gigs to add some sweet violin to their acoustic sound. Their unique acoustic interpretations of an eclectic assortment of music, combined with an entertaining rapport with their audience, makes for an enjoyable show. They are as comfortable playing Emerson, Lake and Palmer and the Grateful Dead as they are playing English folk tunes and traditional mountain Gospel songs. Throw in some Beatles, Zeppelin and Johnny Cash, and you can expect an enjoyable musical trip through time.
Friday May 17 – Bromwell Diehl Band returns! BDB formed in the late '90s when songwriter Paul Bromwell asked vocalist Elaine Diehl to sing a demo of a few of his new tunes. The pair clicked immediately and invited Paul’s drumming buddy, Mark Tipton, to join them on percussion, and Jan Diehl to play bass and sax. BDB has appeared at Seasongood Pavilion, Piatt Park, Borders Music and Books, Allyn's The Barrelhouse, Summerfair, Jammin' on Main and the Lilith Fair. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000.
Saturday May 18 – Craig’s Oldies Craig will strum and hum a few soft rock oldies (including Allman Bros, Neil Young, Tom Petty, Bob Seeger, Marshall Tucker, and of course our favorite Fab Four) for a couple hours and will also “test” your music trivia. Sing along!! It’s always fun and faintly nostalgic when Craig starts playing and singing.
Friday May 24 – Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are back Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are Pam Temple (vocals, guitar, concertina), Spencer Funk (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Brenda Wolfersberger (vocals, upright bass) and Brandt Smith (vocals, banjo, Dobro). This quartet brings joy and energy to their unique mix of American Roots music, touching on Bluegrass, Country, swinging Jazz, Modern Folk and Celtic music. Great energy, great harmonies and great connection with an audience.
Saturday May 25 – TBA – Watch for details
Friday May 31 – Jamie Fota and Marcia Gallas Jamie Fóta is a singer/songwriter/guitarist, performing her original music along with some of her favorite covers. Marcia Gallas is a talented drummer and percussionist. Both of these musicians are also members of the band, Willow Morning | ||||||||
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JUNE Saturday June 1 – TBA – Watch for details
Friday June 7 -- Carole Walker Songwriter Soul with a Funky Kick is how Carole Walker self describes her crafted sound. Her songwriting goes far beyond convention. She weaves her lyrics into a tapestry of spoken word, poems and heartfelt songs all wrapped in her warm powerful voice. Carole Walker will always be known as a Cincinnati music all-star. Walker spent a decade fronting the popular, hard-touring Cincinnati Funk/Jazz/Soul/Rock band Heavy Weather and later played around the area as a solo artist and with her acoustic-based Walker Project. In 2003, Carole was nominated and received the Cincinnati Music award (Cammy) for best Hip-hop vocal.
Saturday June 8 – Bridge St. Duo returns! Mike Biere on guitar & vocals; John Ley on guitar, harmonica, and vocals. Between them, they bring you acoustic renditions of classic Beatles, Cat Stevens, Eagles, CS&N, Seals & Croft, Peter & Gordon, America, Gordon Lightfoot, Everly Brothers, Train, The Byrds, Stones, Kenny Chesney, Jonathan Edwards, Simon & Garfunkel, Chad & Jeremy, Blessid Union of Souls, John Mayer, and many, many more. Great music, great harmonies, and songs you remember.
Friday June 14 – Davis & Leigh “Davis & Leigh” is the duo of Mark Davis (vocals and guitar) and Steve Leigh (vocals, bass, and guitar). They perform an entertaining, acoustic mix of songs both old and newer, as well as a few original tunes. Mark has been gigging in various incarnations for the past twenty years with such groups as The Pruett-Davis Group. The Somebody Club and currently with 99iQ, a band that both Mark and Steve play with. Steve has been playing in the Cincinnati area since the ‘70s in such bands as Bluestone Ivory and Stage Door Johnny.
Saturday June 15 – Chris Collier Critically acclaimed Cincinnati songwriter and modern folk artist, Chris Collier, brings her very special sound to this performance. Collier's unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following. Chris has released seven CDs to a praiseful local press; her latest, "This is Everything," is upbeat, heartfelt and reflective.
Friday June 21 – Lydian Mix in a return engagement – with Marianne Puntenney The Lydian Mix are jazzed when they perform jazz standards, smokey when they play the blues and enjoy adding an eclectic mix of other music styles that offer "a little something for everyone." Marianne Puntenney, who also sings with Everything's Jake, offers interpretations of jazz and blues classics that are soulful and creative, bringing comparisons to Etta James and Judy Garland. Michael Perry has played mandolin, keyboard, oboe and bass with Elberon and The Uncle Dirty Band. Michael will be bringing his vocals and a sweet, smooth jazz guitar that will please any jazz lover. Bill Freeman is currently playing with the jazz group, Jazz Cab. As the bass player with Lydian Mix , Bill's active style of play really captures the audience and adds a resonating richness. And, finally, Freddy Price has been playing drums, drums and more good drums, most recently with Everything's Jake.
Saturday June 22 – TBA – Watch for details
Friday June 28 – Raison d’Etre – “Reason for Being” Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) RAISON D'ETRE, the award-winning folk trio from Northern Kentucky, will add a little jive to your java as they perform original tunes, a cappella swing, and covers of song writers like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jesse Winchester, and Dolly Parton. Their sound has been described by CITYBEAT as "some of the best three-part harmony singing you'll likely ever hear." Violet Rae, Vickie and Roberta back themselves on guitar, banjo, keyboard, and six-string mandolin for an evening of swinging country folk.
Saturday June 29 – TBA – Watch for details
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