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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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JANUARY Friday January 2 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday January 3 – 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 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, and Jammin' on Main. Songs from the CD are heard regularly on WNKU, WVXU, WAIF and WOXY, and BDB performed twice on WXIX's 19 in the Morning TV show. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000. Bromwell-Diehl Band has released 3 full-length CDs.
Our 3rd Anniversary Weekend!! Come both nights for the fun, the friendships, the familiar and fantastic talent! Friday January 9 -- Tupelo Honey returns for night #1 of our big Third Anniversary Weekend! The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now cd's later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own.
Saturday January 10 -- Trace Walker with special guest, Eliah Gregg – headline night #2 of Our Third Anniversary Weekend! Organic sound that is an infusion of honesty, authenticity, soul, randomness and fun. Our music is evolving as are our lives and experiences. We are a road map of sight and sound exploring all genres, going the distance and moving constantly forward, always in motion. For over a decade Trace Walker has been at the forefront of Cincinnati's music scene. This award-winning artist's staying power is evident at first glance - a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist with a belting alto. With a style that sits at the crossroads of Jazz, Blues, Folk, and Rock, Trace's song writing, is broad-reaching in its ability to move you, sometimes your heart sometimes your feet. She has shared the stage with Joe Cocker, Holly Near, Antigone Rising, Indigo Girls, Trina Hamlin and many others. She was named Best Singer/Songwriter and Best Folk Artist by Cincinnati's CityBeat. She was also awarded two CAMMY's, the Cincinnati Enquirer Pop for Best Solo Act and Best Folk/Bluegrass Vocalist and Best Local Musician in CityBeat's Best Of Cincinnati reader's poll. She has two independently released Cds and soon to release another of live recordings. Eliah Gregg is a poet, songwriter, singer, instrumentalist visual artist based in Columbus, Ohio. She possesses a sultry voice with the power of stampeding herds and the caress of silk. Her less is more approach to music is evident in her writing, not one word wasted and every one heard. She has a keen ear for what works and what works where. Eliah's current projects include co-writing and co-producing credits on the upcoming CD by Trace Walker. "I always try to give myself freedom to move between the extremes of inner processes. I believe that as an artist, I have a unique opportunity to express my awe and wonder of the world through words and music, and try to pass this experience on to others."
Friday January 16 -- Dave Hawkins Dave tours a lot, but he’s good enough to join us when he’s in town! Come enjoy songs, stories, jokes and anecdotes from College Hill’s own “Traveling Musical Storyteller.” Dave is back for yet another encore performance. His music is a little bit folk, a little bit soft rock, a little bit country – and a whole lot of entertainment! Plus, you learn how Dave feels about broccoli! Dave’s recent releases, MANCHESTER MORNINGS and HOTEL DEVILLE available for purchase.
Saturday January 17 Josh Eagle Josh Eagle, singer/songwriter/storyteller, has been preaching his positive sound through songs for the past 5years. The Cincinnati native's music echoes the early 1970's folk scene with influences from Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Carole King, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs to mention a few. Josh likes to classify his gentle voice and message as "sincere folk tunes." Friday January 23 -- Matt Martini Just because it’s acoustic doesn’t mean it doesn’t rock! Come join us for Matt’s encore performance at College Hill Coffee Co. It’s Matt, his guitar and a whole new attitude about acoustic. Matt’s cover list is long and varied and includes Bruce Springsteen, Bob Seger, Van Morrison, The Eagles, The Who and Bon Jovi. Matt studied at UC’s famed Conservatory of Music and can rock out or mellow out with the best of them!
Saturday January 24 – DOUBLE HEADER! Gabe Wright 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Gabe’s music is part electric, part acoustic. This young singer/songwriter, pop-rock talent bring lots of vocal harmonies and a disregard for stylistic boundaries. Gabe grew up in Lima, Ohio where he played in bands and with friends and recorded a few CD's that are no longer available. Gabe graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston and was the frontman for a rock band and a metal band there, which played across New England and New York City. Gabe spent several years songwriting in Nashville and teaching at the National Guitar Summer Workshop. We’re just glad he’s relocated to Cincinnati and we get to bring him to you! -- AND -- Keith Youtcheff Photography show and sale -- 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Friday January 30 -- Troubadours Of Divine Bliss in their first performance here! 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. Their travels have given them the opportunity to sample a wide variety of tastes, cultures & timely issues that have become the muse for their myriad of musical genres & 4 recordings. 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, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele
Saturday January 31 -- Chris Collier – back because we love her – and you do, too! Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Her latest CD is “Over 20” – you’ll want one. | ||||||||
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FEBRUARY Friday February 6 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday February 7 -- Tracy Wilson and her Firelytes steel drum band are back A fun, fiery, and entertaining ensemble of *pan players* and percussionists who enjoy engaging audiences in an energetic *groove-explosion* of cross-cultural music performing the flavorful and festive sounds of Soca, Calypso, Latin, R&B, Pop, Classical, and Jazz on an amazing variety of 55-gallon oil barrels. This group is known for igniting interactive jam sessions and *limbo-breakdowns* sure to excite everyone! The Firelytes have performed for major events throughout the tri-state region and beyond including the grand opening of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the Amos Project National Conference in Northern Kentucky; Columbus Arts Council Expo, First Friday Concert Series; the Cincinnati Opera; the Cincinnati Symphony; Ohio River Way Paddlefest; Tennis Masters Cincinnati, and the Barack Obama 2008 Campaign rally in Cincinnati! Now they are back to warm up your cold winter’s night! The joint jumps!
Friday February 13 -- Tree of Life Cincinnati's premier world music duo," consists of Cincinnati Entertainment Award-nominated musicians Richard Cisneros (drums) and Patrick McMahon (wind instruments). Since September 2005, their unique blend of tribal world fusion music has been evolving. The variety of tribal and belly dance rhythms keeps expanding, as does Richard's unique tribal fusion drum set. It now includes bells, chimes, gongs, mounted "tombourine" and conga heads, as well as various hand drums. The lovely Cinnamon Sisters belly dancers make a return appearance as well!
Saturday February 14 -- Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! Sweet Valentine night out! 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. They pack the – better come early!
Friday February 20 -- Ryan Adcock returns! Ryan’s 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 back again! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vacalist” 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller. Matthew Miller-Novak Art Show and Sale! 6:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Saturday February 21 -- Mary Kroner and Friends – this much fun shouldn’t be legal! Singer/songwriter (and Northside 4th of July Parade Grand Co-Marshall!) Mary Kroner will be presenting an evening of her witty and thought-provoking songs. She'll be joined by College Hill's own semi-diva Marianne Puntenney, (boa optional) plus Tom Gilker. And lest you think we're only about songs at CHCC, there's very likely a number that involves tap dancing. Tell us you can find more entertainment than this anywhere else in town! I don't think so.
Friday February 27 -- Patrick Ewing returns! Patrick Ewing is a singer-songwriter (and long-term College Hill resident) who has played many Cincinnati venues for more than 20 years. He is making a return appearance at College Hill Coffee Co. Patrick plays and sings an acoustic mix of his originals and songs by John Prine, Joni Mitchell, Shawn Colvin, Bob Dylan, Gillian Welch, Van Morrison and many more. Please join us as we welcome this super-talented neighbor to our stage.
Saturday February 28 -- The Sloes return! The Sloes are a progressive acoustic duo with a truly unique style, utilizing mandolin, guitar, and tight harmonies. Their music draws inspiration from folk, jazz, bluegrass, and rock influences. The core of the group's strength lies in the songwriting skills of singer/guitarist Rick Lisak. Rick is a 30-year veteran of the Cincy music scene, garnering him chart success and industry recognition, and a broad fanbase throughout the area. Onstage, Rick pours his soul into every song, his positive energy and natural charisma captivating the audience. Mandolinist Scott Carnder’s musical career began in the early '90's. After studying jazz at UC's College Conservatory of Music, he spent the remainder of the decade touring the country with Cincy jamband The Spookfloaters, developing a loyal following along the way. While subbing a gig in early 2000 Scott met Rick, and The Sloes were born. Recruiting local percussionist Stan Ginn, the group released their debut CD, "Desperate Train", in early 2006, named by Citybeat Magazine as one of the "Best of 2006". | ||||||||
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MARCH Saturday March 7 --Those Guys College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment. They’re back this time with some holiday favorites, plus great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. Pals and singers since their days among the very first Aiken HS classes, they’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along.
Friday March 13 -- Gabe Wright Gabe’s music is part electric, part acoustic. This young singer/songwriter, pop-rock talent bring lots of vocal harmonies and a disregard for stylistic boundaries. Gabe grew up in Lima, Ohio where he played in bands and with friends and recorded a few CD's that are no longer available. Gabe graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston and was the frontman for a rock band and a metal band there, which played across New England and New York City. Gabe spent several years songwriting in Nashville and teaching at the National Guitar Summer Workshop. We’re just glad he’s relocated to Cincinnati and we get to bring him to you! Gabe’s most recent CDs are “If No One Knows My Name,” “I’m Not Who I Am” and “This is Life”
Saturday March 14 -- Davis and 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. His current bands are Toast and 99iQ (with Mark and a few refugees from Toast.)
Friday March 20 -- David Schmit & Ria Farrel Schalnat – Together again for the first time. David, uber-attorney, pianist and all-around renaissance man will do what he does so well here at CHCC – play a little jazz, maybe a little Broadway, some classics…and if we’re appropriately appreciative and insistent, sing a song or two. Ria is a self-proclaimed non-traditionalist, (above you see her in her very traditional patent attorney outfit, however) and juxtaposes musical styles in unconventional ways. (She suspects she does this because she gets bored easily). Whether singing opera, Irish, liturgical, jazz or children's tunes, her quirky style and innovative selection of tunes will keep you on your toes! Ria and David also plan to try some Celtic Jazz-- very mysterious what that is, but the phrase “Draoi a Aaingeal,” which is Irish for Wizard and Angel, comes to mind! As does Snagcheol, which is Irish for Jazz. Come be entertained eclectically!
Saturday March 21 -- 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Friday March 27 -- Eric Loy – Solo Guitar and Harp Guitar – his premier performance here! Since the initial impetus to take up the guitar, which was witnessing The Beatles’ performance on The Ed Sullivan Show in Feb 1964, Eric Loy has continued to explore and coerce music of diverse parameters from rock to jazz to classical to new age. The culmination has distilled into an eclectic blend which Loy delivers with humor and panache as either a solo fingerstyle guitarist / HarpGuitarist, or with his progressive jazz/rock trio called Hipperoos. On the stage, Eric Loy has opened shows for such guitar legends as Leo Kottke, Preston Reed, Adrian Legg, Jorma Kaukonen and others. In the teaching field, Mr. Loy has been a full-time guitar pedagogue for the last three decades. Several CD albums and DVD’s of original compositions have been recorded and all are available from www.ericloy.com website.
Saturday March 28 – Brandon Dawson in his premier performance here! Although Brandon’s name may be new to you, he’s no stranger to the music industry. After nearly 15 years in radio, and at least as much time promoting, producing and managing the work of other artists, the time has finally come for his own music to step forward. Dawson moved to Ohio from his home state of Idaho several years ago, looking for a change of scenery. He found it on the road, spending nearly three years tour managing the band Over the Rhine. Working with that band, as well as other artists like Hem, Kim Taylor and Griffin House have given him a different perspective on what he wants from his music, and what he sees it accomplishing. Brandon’s music fuses together a number of different styles including soul, blues, singer-songwriter folk and straight ahead rock & roll. Join us for Brandon’s debut at CHCC! | ||||||||
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APRIL Friday April 3 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday April 4 Greg and Craig Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites.
Friday April 10 -- Darin Hudson Darin Hudson has been playing music in Cincinnati since he came here 10 years ago to attend college, but did not begin actively pursuing gigs in the city until 2007. After a wonderful response by patrons of The Blind Lemon in Mt. Adams and other local venues, Darin spent a few hours with Grammy-nominee Ric Hordinski in January 2008 to record his first project - Darin Hudson or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Songs. Multi-Grammy winner Richard Dodd mastered the record, finishing what Darin would call “a life-long dream come true.” In June of 2008, the album became a reality, and Darin is now ready to be a part of the Cincinnati music scene. “I think making a contribution to what’s happening in this town musically is wonderfully exciting.”
Saturday April 11 -- Elliott Orion Borack Elliott says that music has always been a major influence in his philosophy of life and people and his life in general. He started playing violin and taking lessons at age five and toured Australia with the Cincinnati Junior Strings Orchestra when he was in sixth grade and has won numerous contests. Elliott picked up guitar around eighth grade and taught himself from scratch, using his intuition from violin to find the sound he was looking for. (He claims he still has no idea what the chords he’s playing!) He also taught himself to sing and to play piano and bass guitar. Started composing his own songs. All this and he’s only 16 years! So far, he’s at 21 original songs, influenced by Flobots, Jack Johnson, Slightly Stoopid, Dave Matthews and others, consisting of various genres, but sticking mostly to acoustic alternative.
Friday April 17 -- Harper: Folk and Craic This is Greg’s first time here as a performer, but he’s been a regular customer since moving back to the Greater Cincinnati area. We’re lucky to have him – as customer AND performer! Greg’s concert will feature original music, traditional /contemporary acoustic music, including songs by: Robt. Burns, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Egge, Foster, Kinks, Kristofferson, Lanois, Lightfoot, Old Blind Dogs, Prine, Reader, Cat Stevens, Simon and Garfunkel, Jerry Jeff Walker and much more. His choice of songs, whether ancient, original or recently released, has always been about human connection in the most universal sense. His background as a museum director and practicing archaeologist just reinforces his interest in finding the most poignant Celtic ballads and weave them in with the modern-day mainstays of the folk tradition. And, if the feeling’s right, he won’t hesitate to throw in a bit of Cole Porter or Dean Martin as well. Greg has performed music for coffeehouses, pubs and galleries in Greater Cincinnati and Cape Cod since 1975.
Saturday April 18 DOUBLE HEADER!
Chris Collier – 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Her latest CD is “Over 20” – you’ll want one. AND Nancy Schafer...Photo exhibit and sale – 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Nancy Schafer's passion for
photography began over 30 years ago. She had a compelling interest in
chronicling events and people… keeping a moment in time for all time… a
photograph. Capturing the subject, the mood, the emotion. Nancy enjoys people
and it shows in her work. She loves shooting personal moments such as weddings
and family portraits, even pets. Her love of music has motivated her to develop
her work with radio stations, musicians and event producers. She has extensive
experience shooting live events such as concerts as well as promotional material
for musicians and other artists. She believes that art should be accessible and
approaches each project with a willingness to develop a plan as unique as each
client. Whether shooting a wedding or birth, or portrait or performance, black
and white or color, Schafer has the insight to attain just the right photograph.
Having an eye for the perfect shot also means having the passion for being in
and capturing the moment. Nancy Schafer has both. Friday April 24 – Josh Eagle Josh Eagle, singer/songwriter/storyteller, has been preaching his positive sound through songs for the past 5years. The Cincinnati native's music echoes the early 1970's folk scene with influences from Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Carole King, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs to mention a few. Josh likes to classify his gentle voice and message as "sincere folk tunes."
Saturday April 25 – Smolder -- They’re back! “Smolder” because they bring passion to their music. Paula Smith is on lead vocals singing Etta James to Sheryl Crow with soul; Ken Boyd and son Aaron Boyd are on guitars doing covers in unique ways and writing a variety of originals; Jim Jackson modulates on harmonica; and Foe Foltz will rock you gently with brushes on the drum set. Please join us for Smolder’s return engagement and an evening of blues, folk rock and country. | ||||||||
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MAY Friday May 1 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday May 2 – Details to follow!
Friday May 8 -- 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.
Saturday May 9 -- Dinah Devoto and Pat Kennedy Dinah Devoto has found the musical outlet that is closest to her Owensboro roots – she’s tapped into something real – and that’s her new partnership with Pat Kennedy and their acoustic Americana and Bluegrass. Dinah and Pat met through some mutual, leisure musician friends who play some fine Bluegrass around the kitchen table on Sunday afternoons. Their commitment to music found them practicing together more often and harmonizing like the “Nashville cats.” Pat brings a strong Bluegrass repertoire, some John Prine, Leo Kotke and songs pulled from a varied musical background. Pat learned some Gillian Welch tunes and had Iris DeMent already under his belt. Dinah’s learned some of Pat’s favorite Bluegrass tunes. She’ll belt out a couple of acapella old time favorites and still keeps Patty Griffin tunes close to her heart to share.
Friday May 15 – 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 in the past as the “Earth Sisters”. 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 May 16 -- Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! 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. They pack the – better come early!
Friday May 22 -- 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. His current bands are Toast and 99iQ (with Mark and a few refugees from Toast.)
Saturday May 23 -- Anna & Milovan She’s back – the college co-ed with the Broadway-ready pipes! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, playing backup guitar. 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 and Milovan are big favorites at College Hill Coffee Co.
The RUNNIN' ON EMPTY Duo has been playing throughout the area for the past eleven years in its current configuration, and even longer in various combinations. Rick Endres (vocals, guitars, harmonica) and Laura Langland (vocals, keyboards) have a vast and varied repertoire of classic rock, and occasionally slip in an original song. Their sound features tight harmonic vocals over a lush bed of acoustic guitar and keyboard. Their playlist includes such stalwarts as James Taylor; Eagles; Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young; Carole King; Fleetwood Mac; Bonnie Raitt; Seals & Crofts; Elton John; Creedence Clearwater Revival; and Carly Simon, to name but a few.
Saturday May 30 --Troubadours Of Divine Bliss in their first performance here! 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. Their travels have given them the opportunity to sample a wide variety of tastes, cultures & timely issues that have become the muse for their myriad of musical genres & 4 recordings. 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, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele
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Friday June 5 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday June 6 -- Ryan Adcock returns! 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Friday June 12 -- Dave Sams is back! Guitar and vocals. A mellow solo performance of folk, Americana, blues, classic rock and world music. Dave has his guitar and voice teaching studio at The Fitton Center for Creative Arts in Hamilton, Ohio. A long-time player and singer, Dave has traveled and performed in Europe and much of the U.S. , sometimes solo, sometimes as part of the popular “Bittersweet” duo with Jen Reid here at College Hill Coffee Co. and sometimes with the trio known as Luna Tanz. Come join us and see where the music guides him…
Saturday June 13 -- Leah Ashton returns! Leah’s here for the second time, and we’re betting you’ll want her back a third and a fourth! A young emerging artist with a great range and a brand new CD! Leah Ashton is the young, soulful-voiced singer/songwriter out of Anderson, Indiana. She is a new artist on the independent label known as Orangehaus Records that gave the up-and-coming talent Jon McLaughlin his start. Her sound has been compared to everyone from Alicia Keys to Carole King and her piano-driven songs that speak of love, faith, and self-discovery will have you singing along in no time. Check www.myspace.com/leahashtonmusic for more info.
Friday June 19 -- The Clazels The Clazels have been entertaining folks in the tri-state area for the last decade. Joanie Whittaker and Jason Erickson are at home in just about any musical setting from acoustic shows to raucous full band electric sets, delivering classic covers ranging from Frank Sinatra to Johnny Cash to Neko Case. But it’s The Clazels' original music that sets them apart. Their unique blend of dueling guitars and soaring harmonies will get you higher than an Eagles/Beatles/Simon and Garfunkel cocktail. Mike Breen of CityBeat said of the pair “The songwriting and production is top notch. The music is amazingly performed.”
**Saturday June 20 -- “The Gardens of College Hill” Tour is today. **
Buy tickets at CHCC in advance! (Then come enjoy our
music tonight!) Saturday June 20 -- Patrick Ewing returns! Patrick Ewing is a singer-songwriter (and long-term College Hill resident) who has played many Cincinnati venues for more than 20 years. He is making a return appearance at College Hill Coffee Co. Patrick plays and sings an acoustic mix of his originals and songs by John Prine, Joni Mitchell, Shawn Colvin, Bob Dylan, Gillian Welch, Van Morrison and many more. Please join us as we welcome this super-talented neighbor to our stage. Friday June 26 -- Greg Harper: Folk and Craic We’re lucky to have Greg – as regular customer AND performer! Greg’s concert will feature original music, traditional /contemporary acoustic music, including songs by: Robt. Burns, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Egge, Foster, Kinks, Kristofferson, Lanois, Lightfoot, Old Blind Dogs, Prine, Reader, Cat Stevens, Simon and Garfunkel, Jerry Jeff Walker and much more. His choice of songs, whether ancient, original or recently released, has always been about human connection in the most universal sense. His background as a museum director and practicing archaeologist just reinforces his interest in finding the most poignant Celtic ballads and weave them in with the modern-day mainstays of the folk tradition. And, if the feeling’s right, he won’t hesitate to throw in a bit of Cole Porter or Dean Martin as well. Greg has performed music for coffeehouses, pubs and galleries in Greater Cincinnati and Cape Cod since 1975.
Saturday June 27 -- Bromwell-Diehl Band returns and it’s definitely by public demand! 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. Songs from the CD are heard regularly on WNKU, WVXU, WAIF and WOXY, and BDB performed twice on WXIX's 19 in the Morning TV show. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000. Bromwell-Diehl Band has released 3 full-length CDs and is gearing up to begin the fourth album. | ||||||||
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JULY Friday July 3 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday July 4 -- Closed – Celebrate freedom! Wave a flag, sing “God Bless America,” thank a Vet.
Friday July 10 -- Darin Hudson Darin Hudson has been playing music in Cincinnati since he came here 10 years ago to attend college, but did not begin actively pursuing gigs in the city until 2007. After a wonderful response by patrons of The Blind Lemon in Mt. Adams and other local venues, Darin spent a few hours with Grammy-nominee Ric Hordinski in January 2008 to record his first project - Darin Hudson or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Songs. Multi-Grammy winner Richard Dodd mastered the record, finishing what Darin would call “a life-long dream come true.” In June of 2008, the album became a reality, and Darin is now ready to be a part of the Cincinnati music scene. “I think making a contribution to what’s happening in this town musically is wonderfully exciting.”
Saturday July 11 -- Greg and Craig return! Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites.
Friday July 17 -- Foley Road -- on the “Road” again! Encore performance! Foley Road consists of Fred Erdmann, Ann Myers, Jill Garrett, Teresa Hay and Doug Sawan. They’ve been playing together for about a year. They are the kind of band that loves the Celtic/Folk style of music that they play and love playing this style of music with each other. If you would like to know even more about them, go to dougsawan.com. They are really excited about playing for you and we know you’ll enjoy what you’ll hear!
Saturday July 18 -- Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! 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. They pack the place – better come early!
Friday July 24 DOUBLE HEADER! Rick Tallarigo returns! 7:30 – 9:30 p.m Cincinnati singer-songwriter Rick Tallarigo, started writing music in high school, then wrote original scores for several theater productions at the University of Cincinnati in the early '70s. Rick has been writing original music for 30 years. His primary influences stem from classical and folk-rock genres, having studied classical piano and organ, and having grown up in the '60s. Enjoy his original folk, rock, country and jazz. His CDs include “Pickin’ Up Strays,” "More Calories, Less Flavor," “Thief of Heaarts” and “The Real Person Inside.” AND Teina Tallarigo presents special art exhibit and sale. 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Teina’s paintings express her love of nature, using layering techniques of in opacities in composition, color and texture. She works in oils, acrylics, watercolor and mixed media. Although she came to painting late, having had a long and successful career as a graphic designer, she is developing as a gifted artist and intends to devote herself to painting full-time.
Friday July 31 -- Eric Loy – Solo Guitar and Harp Guitar Since the initial impetus to take up the guitar, which was witnessing The Beatles’ performance on The Ed Sullivan Show in Feb 1964, Eric Loy has continued to explore and coerce music of diverse parameters from rock to jazz to classical to new age. The culmination has distilled into an eclectic blend which Loy delivers with humor and panache as either a solo fingerstyle guitarist / HarpGuitarist, or with his progressive jazz/rock trio called Hipperoos. On the stage, Eric Loy has opened shows for such guitar legends as Leo Kottke, Preston Reed, Adrian Legg, Jorma Kaukonen and others. In the teaching field, Mr. Loy has been a full-time guitar pedagogue for the last three decades. Several CD albums and DVD’s of original compositions have been recorded and all are available from www.ericloy.com website. | ||||||||
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AUGUST Saturday August 1 --Those Guys – and their rendition of The British (Rock) Invasion!
Think Beatles, think The
Who, the Dave Clark Five, The Hollies, The Kinks and so much more. What jolly
good fun! And watch for details of other special “Brit” fun and excitement that
night at CHCC! Friday August 7 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday August 8 --
TBA – Watch for details coming soon! Friday August 14 – Chris Collier returns!
Saturday August 15 -- Joel Teeple
– details to follow! Friday August 21 -- Ryan Adcock returns! 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Saturday August 22 -- Tupelo Honey returns!
Friday August 28 -- Janice Trytten "Sunflower"
An enchanting evening of moving music capturing the
expressive sounds of Native American flutes evoking the silence and grandeur of
the Great Plains. Janice coaxes the vivid and the soulful from these ancient,
yet timeless instruments. Welcome Silence is her second solo Native Flute
recording. Her first was Warm Shelter. Both are music to calm the noise, help
you relax or concentrate – you’ll see what we mean during this unforgettable
evening. Saturday August 29 -- Greg Harper: Folk and Craic We’re lucky to have Greg – as regular customer AND performer! Greg’s concert will feature original music, traditional /contemporary acoustic music, including songs by: Robt. Burns, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Egge, Foster, Kinks, Kristofferson, Lanois, Lightfoot, Old Blind Dogs, Prine, Reader, Cat Stevens, Simon and Garfunkel, Jerry Jeff Walker and much more. His choice of songs, whether ancient, original or recently released, has always been about human connection in the most universal sense. His background as a museum director and practicing archaeologist just reinforces his interest in finding the most poignant Celtic ballads and weave them in with the modern-day mainstays of the folk tradition. And, if the feeling’s right, he won’t hesitate to throw in a bit of Cole Porter or Dean Martin as well. Greg has performed music for coffeehouses, pubs and galleries in Greater Cincinnati and Cape Cod since 1975. | ||||||||
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SEPTEMBER Friday September 4 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday September 5 -- Anna & Milovan
Dinah Devoto has found the musical outlet that is closest to her Owensboro roots – she’s tapped into something real – and that’s her new partnership with Pat Kennedy and their acoustic Americana and Bluegrass. Dinah and Pat met through some mutual, leisure musician friends who play some fine Bluegrass around the kitchen table on Sunday afternoons. Their commitment to music found them practicing together more often and harmonizing like the “Nashville cats.” Pat brings a strong Bluegrass repertoire, some John Prine, Leo Kotke and songs pulled from a varied musical background. Pat learned some Gillian Welch tunes and had Iris DeMent already under his belt. Dinah’s learned some of Pat’s favorite Bluegrass tunes. She’ll belt out a couple of acapella old time favorites and still keeps Patty Griffin tunes close to her heart to share.
Saturday September 12 -- TBA – Watch for details coming
soon! Friday September 18 -- Autumn “Cutie Massacre” Foster in her first performance here!
Saturday September 19 -- 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. Songs from the CD are heard regularly on WNKU, WVXU, WAIF and WOXY, and BDB performed twice on WXIX's 19 in the Morning TV show. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000. Bromwell-Diehl Band has released 3 full-length CDs and is gearing up to begin the fourth album. | ||||||||
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OCTOBER Very Special Double-Header Saturday October 3 Julie Larson returns with her newest “Dinette Set” book for personal appearance and book signing 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Crustwood, U.S.A. is here! The new collection features 160 favorite 2008-2009 b/w Dinette Set dailies. Book construction is the same as Dinette Set Volumes 1-5, 170 pages, color cover and fine bound.
Tracy Wilson and her Firelytes steel drum band are back! 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. A fun, fiery, and entertaining ensemble of *pan players* and percussionists who enjoy engaging audiences in an energetic *groove-explosion* of cross-cultural music performing the flavorful and festive sounds of Soca, Calypso, Latin, R&B, Pop, Classical, and Jazz on an amazing variety of 55-gallon oil barrels. This group is known for igniting interactive jam sessions and *limbo-breakdowns* sure to excite everyone! The Firelytes have performed for major events throughout the tri-state region and beyond including the grand opening of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the Amos Project National Conference in Northern Kentucky; Columbus Arts Council Expo, First Friday Concert Series; the Cincinnati Opera; the Cincinnati Symphony; Ohio River Way Paddlefest; Tennis Masters Cincinnati, and the Barack Obama 2008 Campaign rally in Cincinnati! The joint jumps when Tracy and the Firelytes are here!
Friday October 9 – Eric Loy – Solo Guitar and Harp Guitar Since the initial impetus to take up the guitar, which was witnessing The Beatles’ performance on The Ed Sullivan Show in Feb 1964, Eric Loy has continued to explore and coerce music of diverse parameters from rock to jazz to classical to new age. The culmination has distilled into an eclectic blend which Loy delivers with humor and panache as either a solo fingerstyle guitarist / HarpGuitarist, or with his progressive jazz/rock trio called Hipperoos. On the stage, Eric Loy has opened shows for such guitar legends as Leo Kottke, Preston Reed, Adrian Legg, Jorma Kaukonen and others. In the teaching field, Mr. Loy has been a full-time guitar pedagogue for the last three decades. Several CD albums and DVD’s of original compositions have been recorded and all are available from www.ericloy.com website.
Saturday October 10 -- Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! 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. They pack the house – better come early!
Friday October 16 – 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 in the past as the “Earth Sisters”. 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 October 17 – 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Friday October 23 -- Tree of Life World Music with belly dancers from Dante’s Gypsy Circus Tree of Life is Cincinnati's premier world music duo, and consists of Cincinnati Entertainment Award-nominated musicians Richard Cisneros (percussion) and Patrick McMahon (wind instruments). They each play a variety of instruments to create lovely songs and a peaceful atmosphere. Dante’s Gypsy Circus is a collaborative of belly dancers who incorporate fire whenever possible, performing dangerous feats of flame and sultry tribal dance.
Saturday October 24 – Betsy Lippitt returns 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 October 30 -- Greg Harper: Folk and Craic We’re lucky to have Greg – as regular customer AND performer! Greg’s concert will feature original music, traditional /contemporary acoustic music, including songs by: Robt. Burns, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Egge, Foster, Kinks, Kristofferson, Lanois, Lightfoot, Old Blind Dogs, Prine, Reader, Cat Stevens, Simon and Garfunkel, Jerry Jeff Walker and much more. His choice of songs, whether ancient, original or recently released, has always been about human connection in the most universal sense. Hear Celtic ballads woven in with the modern-day mainstays of the folk tradition. And, if the feeling’s right, he won’t hesitate to throw in a bit of Cole Porter or Dean Martin as well.
Saturday October 31 OUR ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH NEW SURPRISES! WATCH FOR DETAILS! | ||||||||
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NOVEMBER Friday November 6 -- Nyeemah McDonald --Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday November 7 -- “Those Guys” Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! Mostly new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. Pals and singers since their days among the very first Aiken HS classes, they’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along. Come join the fun and the music – singing along permitted if you tip generously! Come early, stay late – it’s always a blast when Those Guys are in the house!
Friday November 13 -- Troubadours Of Divine Bliss in a return engagement! 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, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele
Saturday November 14 -- OUR ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE 8:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
MUSIC! GIFTS! SPECIAL SAVINGS! GOURMET TREATS! TASTINGS! DOOR PRIZES!
INCLUDING MUSIC BY Chris Collier – 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Chris has received two Cincinnati Entertainment Award Nominations for Best Singer-Songwriter; and a Cammy Award for BEST Folk Vocalist. Her latest CDs are “Over 20” and “The Road Home.”
Very Special Event! Wednesday November 18 -- Our second coffee-tasting event is all new, all fun -- and all coffee info you won't find anywhere else but here! "Coffee From the Grounds Up" Join us, friends, and, back by popular demand, Randy the Roaster, our rock star roaster from Seven Hills Coffee! 4 new coffees to taste! New ways to get the most out of every sip! New facts to make every mug more interesting! Right here at CHCC, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 7:00 p.m. Seating limited. Reservations required. $22 per person. Admission includes the tasting, dessert sampling and other tasty gourmet foods, one pound of coffee of your choice and other discounts to take advantage the evening of, and also following our event! Round up the gang and make an evening of it! Call now to reserve your sippin' space! 542-2739.
Friday November 20 – Tupelo Honey The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now cd's later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own.
Saturday November 21 -- 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.
Friday November 27 – Dave Sams returns Guitar and vocals. A mellow solo performance of holiday music, folk, Americana, blues, classic rock and world music. Dave has his guitar and voice teaching studio at The Fitton Center for Creative Arts in Hamilton, Ohio. A long-time player and singer, Dave has traveled and performed in Europe and much of the U.S. , sometimes solo, sometimes as part of popular other popular duos and groups.
Saturday November 28 – Greg and Craig are back! Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites. | ||||||||
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DECEMBER Friday December 4 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday December 5 in the morning! Cincinnati Suzuki Flutes 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. The Cincinnati Suzuki Flutes (students of Laurie Fairlie Weil) will perform a selection of Holiday and Classical music for your holiday enjoyment. This group of young flutists range in age from 4--21 and all are talented members of the Suzuki Cooperative of Cincinnati Public schools.
Saturday December 5 in the evening! 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) Favorites plus some holiday cheer! 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. They pack the house – better come early!
Saturday December 11 – MUSE women’s small ensemble celebrate the holidays! A smaller, yet equally exceptional group from the famed MUSE Women’s Choir that makes news and magical music across the area. Celebrate the holiday during this informal concert by individual members who are filled with the spirit of the season! The women of MUSE and their families will be returning to the College Hill Coffee Co. for a second dose of "An AMUSE- ing Evening." Come join us for some caroling, jokes, and a solo or two. Saturday December 12 -- Aqapelyx Anonymous Annual Holiday Show Aqapelyx Anonymous is a (primarily) vocal ensemble in its second decade of singing together for fun. Starting from two home-brewers passing the time good beer requires, the group now numbers ten, meeting monthly in a climate of benign, if rowdy, anarchy. They are equally at home singing Sacred Harp music in Sunday church, or wassailing songs. Tonight includes special holiday tunes as well! The common threads through it all, love of music and the joy of singing together, are delightfully contagious.
Friday December 18-- Anna & Milovan She’s back – the college co-ed with the Broadway-ready pipes! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, playing backup guitar. They’ll add some holiday classics to 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 and Milovan are big favorites at College Hill Coffee Co.
Friday December 19 -- Ryan Adcock returns with your favorites and some holiday sounds, too. 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller. Friday December 25 -- Merry Merry – CLOSED – Have a wonderful day!
Saturday December 26 – Crick Gypsies! Back here from their hit gig at the MidPoint music festival! Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies band playing and singing Americana “roots” music. In his 2008 review of Ewing's solo release "After This Cigarette", City Beat Music Editor Mike Breen said: "Whether political or personal, Ewing sings in a traditional format about our crazy, mixed-up modern world in a way that listeners can easily identify with and latch on to. That may be Ewing's greatest appeal — his songs are more like a wise buddy talking to you at a bar, devoid of any didactic "I'm the singer, you're the listener" separation." The Crick Gypsies played MidPoint Music Festival 2008, Fountain Square, Southgate House, Oakley After Hours and other Cincinnati gigs since forming in 2008. | ||||||||
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JANUARY Saturday January 2 -- 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.
Friday January 8 -- Tracy Walker headlines Night #1 of Our Fourth Anniversary Weekend! Organic sound that is an infusion of honesty, authenticity, soul, randomness and fun. Our music is evolving as are our lives and experiences. We are a road map of sight and sound exploring all genres, going the distance and moving constantly forward, always in motion. For over a decade Tracy has been at the forefront of Cincinnati's music scene. This award-winning artist's staying power is evident at first glance - a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist with a belting alto. With a style that sits at the crossroads of Jazz, Blues, Folk, and Rock, Trace's song writing, is broad-reaching in its ability to move you, sometimes your heart sometimes your feet. She has shared the stage with Joe Cocker, Holly Near, Antigone Rising, Indigo Girls, Trina Hamlin and many others. She was named Best Singer/Songwriter and Best Folk Artist by Cincinnati's CityBeat. She was also awarded two CAMMY's, the Cincinnati Enquirer Pop for Best Solo Act and Best Folk/Bluegrass Vocalist and Best Local Musician in CityBeat's Best Of Cincinnati reader's poll. She has two independently released CDs and soon to release another of live recordings.
Saturday January 9 -- Troubadours Of Divine Bliss here for Night #2 of our Anniversary Weekend! 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, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele
Friday January 15 -- Josh Eagle – back again after way too long away!
Josh Eagle,
singer/songwriter/storyteller, has been preaching his positive sound through
songs for the past 5years. The Cincinnati native's music echoes the early
1970's folk scene with influences from Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Carole King,
James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs to mention a few. Josh likes to classify
his gentle voice and message as "sincere folk tunes." Saturday January 16 -- Chris Collier returns! Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Chris has received two Cincinnati Entertainment Award Nominations for Best Singer-Songwriter; and a Cammy Award for BEST Folk Vocalist. Her latest CDs are “Over 20” and “The Road Home.”
Friday January 22 -- Tupelo Honey The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now CDs later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own.
Saturday January 23 -- Those Guys College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! The perfect sound and fun for a cold winter’s night! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment. They’re back this time with some favorites, great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. They’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along.
Friday January 29 -- Tree of Life World Music with belly dancers from Dante’s Gypsy Circus Tree of Life is Cincinnati's premier world music duo, and consists of Cincinnati Entertainment Award-nominated musicians Richard Cisneros (percussion) and Patrick McMahon (wind instruments). They each play a variety of instruments to create lovely songs and a peaceful atmosphere. Dante’s Gypsy Circus is a collaborative of belly dancers who incorporate fire whenever possible, performing dangerous feats of flame and sultry tribal dance.
Saturday January 30 -- Betsy Lippitt returns 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. | ||||||||
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FEBRUARY Friday February 5 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday February 6 -- 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 in the past as the “Earth Sisters”. 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”.
Friday February 12 -- Ryan Adcock returns! 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Saturday February 13 -- Anna & Milovan She’s back – the college co-ed with the Broadway-ready pipes! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, 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 and Milovan are big favorites at College Hill Coffee Co.
Friday February 19 -- Mike Biere and John Ley Duo in their premier performance!
They used to play together
in various groups they formed, but they started with acoustic duets years ago.
They thought it would be great fun to dust off some of the older stuff and
launch it on a Friday night where things are a bit less crowded and less
frantic. Some of the Simon and Garfunkel tunes (Sounds of Silence, Mrs.
Robinson), Everly Bros. and more-- plus some of the ditties they used to play in
their various bands over the years. Saturday February 20 -- Tracy Wilson and her Firelytes steel drum band are back! A fun, fiery, and entertaining ensemble of *pan players* and percussionists who enjoy engaging audiences in an energetic *groove-explosion* of cross-cultural music performing the flavorful and festive sounds of Soca, Calypso, Latin, R&B, Pop, Classical, and Jazz on an amazing variety of 55-gallon oil barrels. This group is known for igniting interactive jam sessions and *limbo-breakdowns* sure to excite everyone! The Firelytes have performed for major events throughout the tri-state region and beyond including the grand opening of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the Amos Project National Conference in Northern Kentucky; Columbus Arts Council Expo, First Friday Concert Series; the Cincinnati Opera; the Cincinnati Symphony; Ohio River Way Paddlefest; Tennis Masters Cincinnati, and the Barack Obama 2008 Campaign rally in Cincinnati! The joint jumps when the Firelytes are here!
Friday February 26 -- Shiny and the Spoon in their premier performance! 2009 CEA nominated Shiny and The Spoon (Amber Nash and Jordan Neff) just released their debut cd. Shiny and the Spoon gives off the warmth and intimacy of the likes of Johnny Cash and June Carter, with a sense of humor that creates a wonderfully fun live show. Their originals are soulful, clever, and laced with hints of Patsy Cline, Gram Parsons, Elvis Costello, and Tom Waits. They recently performed at Cincinnati's Midpoint Music Fest 2009 and the 2009 BRINK New Music Showcase and were nominated for a 2009 Cincinnati Entertainment Award for New Artist of the Year.
Saturday February 27 -- 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. | ||||||||
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MARCH Friday March 5 -- Nyeemah MacDonald – Every first Friday of the month! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion, Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop.
Saturday March 6 -- 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.
Friday March 12 -- Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! 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. They pack the house – better come early!
Saturday March 13 -- Greg and Craig are back! Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites.
Friday March 19 -- 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, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele
Saturday March 20 – Those Guys As always they'll be rolling out some new tunes so those of you who've been so loyal won't just hear the same old stuff. Mike got a new Rickenbacker 12-String for Christmas so they’re anxious to hear how it sounds in the mix. Some of the Bryds tunes and others may sound a wee bit more like the originals. They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades.
Friday March 26 -- Greg Harper: Folk and Craic We’re lucky to have Greg – as regular customer AND performer! Greg’s concert will feature original music, traditional /contemporary acoustic music, including songs by: Robt. Burns, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Egge, Foster, Kinks, Kristofferson, Lanois, Lightfoot, Old Blind Dogs, Prine, Reader, Cat Stevens, Simon and Garfunkel, Jerry Jeff Walker and much more. His choice of songs, whether ancient, original or recently released, has always been about human connection in the most universal sense. Hear Celtic ballads woven in with the modern-day mainstays of the folk tradition. And, if the feeling’s right, he won’t hesitate to throw in a bit of Cole Porter or Dean Martin as well. Leslie Alexander Fabric Art Show and Sale 7 – 9 p.m. Leslie Alexandria is a textile artist and College Hill resident. She has exhibited her stunning textile art and art quilts in numerous local shows and recently was invited to show her work at the Cincinnati Art Museum gift shop in association with a national quilt exhibit. Leslie’s latest creation is art postcards, 4” X 6” works of art that can be mailed for quite an impact on the recipient! Each postcard Leslie designs is original and made from a wide assortment of exotic fabrics, many international and hand-dyed. Small art is a growing phenomenon but Leslie takes it one step further – small “mailable” art. Many of Leslie’s postcards are being framed and mounted on walls, some on easels, but all bringing great surprise and pleasure when the postal carrier leaves art in the mailbox.
Saturday March 27 – Tom and Larry Do Classic Rock! Great fun! Tom and Larry do great covers of some of your favorites – and are totally engaged with the audience. Tom and Larry started playing music together aournd campfires – and finding that they had similar interests in music styles and a sincere enjoyment of strumming and singing, they decided to share their enjoyment with others. They now play all around town – and we’re so so glad they’re back!
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APRIL Friday April 2 – Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday April 3 – Tupelo Honey The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now CDs later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own. Friday April 9 – Shades of J -- Janine, aka “Lady J” “SpokenwordSoul” is Lady J’s unique style -- original, thought-provoking music that moves the spirit and the heart. Call it cool jazz, call it sophisticated soul – whatever you call it, Lady J has the ability to actively control her dreams – and translate those dream visions into her music. Lady J’s a favorite at College Hill and every appearance is better than the last and every appearance brings the house down!
Saturday April 10 – Wild Carrot and the Roots in their premier performance 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.
Friday April 16 – Eric Loy – Solo Guitar and Harp Guitar Since the initial impetus to take up the guitar, which was witnessing The Beatles’ performance on The Ed Sullivan Show in Feb 1964, Eric Loy has continued to explore and coerce music of diverse parameters from rock to jazz to classical to new age. The culmination has distilled into an eclectic blend which Loy delivers with humor and panache as either a solo fingerstyle guitarist / HarpGuitarist, or with his progressive jazz/rock trio called Hipperoos. On the stage, Eric Loy has opened shows for such guitar legends as Leo Kottke, Preston Reed, Adrian Legg, Jorma Kaukonen and others. In the teaching field, Mr. Loy has been a full-time guitar pedagogue for the last three decades. Several CD albums and DVD’s of original compositions have been recorded and all are available from www.ericloy.com website.
Saturday April 17 -- Chris Collier returns! Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Her latest CDs are “Over 20” and “The Road Home.”
Friday April 23 –“Runnin’ on Empty” Duo returns -- Rick Endres and Laura Langland The RUNNIN' ON EMPTY Duo has been playing throughout the area for the past eleven years in its current configuration, and even longer in various combinations. Rick Endres (vocals, guitars, harmonica) and Laura Langland (vocals, keyboards) have a vast and varied repertoire of classic rock, and occasionally slip in an original song. Their sound features tight harmonic vocals over a lush bed of acoustic guitar and keyboard. Their playlist includes such stalwarts as James Taylor; Eagles; Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young; Carole King; Fleetwood Mac; Bonnie Raitt; & more!
Saturday April 24 – Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies band playing and singing Americana “roots” music. In his 2008 review of Ewing's solo release "After This Cigarette", City Beat Music Editor Mike Breen said: "Whether political or personal, Ewing sings in a traditional format about our crazy, mixed-up modern world in a way that listeners can easily identify with and latch on to. That may be Ewing's greatest appeal — his songs are more like a wise buddy talking to you at a bar, devoid of any didactic "I'm the singer, you're the listener" separation." The Crick Gypsies played MidPoint Music Festival 2008, Fountain Square, Southgate House, Oakley After Hours and other Cincinnati gigs since forming in 2008.
Friday April 30 – Josh Eagle Josh Eagle, singer/songwriter/storyteller, has been preaching his positive sound through songs for the past 5years. The Cincinnati native's music echoes the early 1970's folk scene with influences from Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Carole King, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs to mention a few. Josh likes to classify his gentle voice and message as "sincere folk tunes."
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MAY Saturday May 1 – 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Friday May 7 – Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday May 8 –SPECIAL DAY AND NIGHT DOUBLE HEADER
Outdoor Spring Fling Arts Show and Sale 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Gen Kress Parking lot (behind College Hill Coffee Co, Schwartz, Bacall's and Marty's Hops & Vines) Local artists will line the perimeter of the large lot with fabulous samples of their talent and wares. Imagine an art festival right here in College Hill! Stunning fiber art, pottery, photography, bird baths, oil and acrylic paintings, mixed media art, exquisite tile work – plus hand crafted guitars-with beautiful wood working and detail. And there’s more. Come join the fun and maybe pick up a nice gift for Mom. Refreshments available. Overflow parking in the Shuller/PNC ATM lot, plus on-street parking. *Rain date, Saturday, May 15 – same place, same time! AND Shiny and the Spoon in an encore performance! 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. 2009 CEA nominated Shiny and The Spoon (Amber Nash and Jordan Neff) just released their debut cd. Shiny and the Spoon gives off the warmth and intimacy of the likes of Johnny Cash and June Carter, with a sense of humor that creates a wonderfully fun live show. Their originals are soulful, clever, and laced with hints of Patsy Cline, Gram Parsons, Elvis Costello, and Tom Waits. They recently performed at Cincinnati's Midpoint Music Fest 2009 and the 2009 BRINK New Music Showcase and were nominated for a 2009 Cincinnati Entertainment Award for New Artist of the Year.
Friday May 14 – Dave Hawkins and The Perfect Men – a new band premiering here! No other band but THE PERFECT MEN could convince Dave Hawkins to scrap an entire batch of recorded material and start at square 1 for a new album! Dave Hawkins and THE PERFECT MEN mixes original songs with some old Folk-Rock and Country Rock favorites. With former Northsider Andy Hopkins (vocals, bass) and former Cayman Island resident Adam Cummins (cajon, ukulele) Dave is excited to flashback to the music he performed in his early career. These guys will get you tapping your toes, singing along and laughing till your sides hurt.
Saturday May 15 – TBA – watch for details!
Friday May 21 – Dinah Devoto & Pat Kennedy Dinah Devoto has found the musical outlet that is closest to her Owensboro roots – she’s tapped into something real – and that’s her new partnership with Pat Kennedy and their acoustic Americana and Bluegrass. Dinah and Pat met through some mutual, leisure musician friends who play some fine Bluegrass around the kitchen table on Sunday afternoons. Their commitment to music found them practicing together more often and harmonizing like the “Nashville cats.” Pat brings a strong Bluegrass repertoire, some John Prine, Leo Kotke and songs pulled from a varied musical background. Pat learned some Gillian Welch tunes and had Iris DeMent already under his belt. Dinah’s learned some of Pat’s favorite Bluegrass tunes. She’ll belt out a couple of acapella old time favorites and still keeps Patty Griffin tunes close to her heart to share.
Saturday May 22 -- “Those Guys” are back! Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! Mostly new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. Pals and singers since their days among the very first Aiken HS classes, they’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along. Come join the fun and the music – singing along permitted if you tip generously! Come early, stay late – it’s always a blast when Those Guys are in the house!
Friday May 28 -- Tree of Life World Music with belly dancers from Dante’s Gypsy Circus Tree of Life is Cincinnati's premier world music duo, and consists of Cincinnati Entertainment Award-nominated musicians Richard Cisneros (percussion) and Patrick McMahon (wind instruments). They each play a variety of instruments to create lovely songs and a peaceful atmosphere. Dante’s Gypsy Circus is a collaborative of belly dancers who incorporate fire whenever possible, performing dangerous feats of flame and sultry tribal dance. Saturday May 29 – TBA – watch for details coming soon!
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JUNE Friday June 4 – Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday June 5 – 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.
Friday June 11 -- Chris Collier, Mary Kroner and Lyn Hermann – don’t miss this one! OMG – what a night it’s going to be. Chris, Mary and Lyn – each with her own unique style that we know you love. Now, these three long-time friends are getting together exclusively here at CHCC to bring you an evening of very their original music -- some that will make you laugh out loud, some will make you think and some may make you cry inside.
Saturday June 12 -- Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! 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. They pack the house – better come early! Friday June 18 – Wild Carrot returns! Pam Temple and Spencer Funk are Wild Carrot. This Cincinnati-based, award-winning group has what it takes to please all types of folk music fans. Rooted in traditional American music, their repertoire branches in diverse directions: from original tunes to swing, blues and traditional songs, using guitar, mandolin, dulcimer, concertina and vocals. Great music and a great show!
Saturday June 19 – Greg and Craig are back! Greg and Craig return to the CHCC bringing their latest renditions of your favorite tunes by the Beatles, Springsteen, Marvin Gaye, Dylan, and many more. Join in the fun and sing along. Greg, a former member of Starstruck, a local 70’s Oxford band known for the hit, ‘Black Betty’, mixes his percussion with Craig’s acoustic guitar and vocals. Enjoy the delicious food, warm drinks, and hot music as Greg and Craig play some sweet memories for you.
Friday June 25 – Tupelo Honey returns! The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now CDs later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own.
Saturday June 26 – Lauren Houston is back! Lauren Houston's multi-genre blend naturally comes through in her Americana song writing style. From Kentucky, she placed 2nd in North Carolina’s Flatrock Music Festival's Emerging Songwriter Contest in 2008, her song subjects are personal, deep and thought provoking. Her sound is an expressive, eloquent portrayal of life through music. www.lauren-houston.com
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JULY Friday July 2 – Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday July 3 – Tyler Verhaugen returns! Taking a break from his nomadic adventures around the country, College Hill’s own wandering minstrel is back to entertain you! Original music plus favorites from Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie and more. It’s and encore performance – if you missed the premier, don’t make the same mistake twice!
Friday July 9 – Greg Harper: Folk and Craic We’re lucky to have Greg – as regular customer AND performer! Greg’s concert will feature original music, traditional /contemporary acoustic music, including songs by: Robt. Burns, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Egge, Foster, Kinks, Kristofferson, Lanois, Lightfoot, Old Blind Dogs, Prine, Reader, Cat Stevens, Simon and Garfunkel, Jerry Jeff Walker and much more. His choice of songs, whether ancient, original or recently released, has always been about human connection in the most universal sense. Hear Celtic ballads woven in with the modern-day mainstays of the folk tradition. And, if the feeling’s right, he won’t hesitate to throw in a bit of Cole Porter or Dean Martin as well.
Saturday July 10 – 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Friday July 16 – Tom and Larry Tom & Larry spent a few years playing around campfires, before they decided to share their enjoyment of music with Cincinnati Audiences. 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 Dylan, Beatles and Johnny Cash and you can expect an enjoyable musical trip through time.
Saturday July 17 – Chris Collier Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Chris has received two Cincinnati Entertainment Award Nominations for Best Singer-Songwriter; and a Cammy Award for BEST Folk Vocalist. Her latest CDs are “Over 20” and “The Road Home.”
Friday July 23 – Josh Eagle Josh Eagle, singer/songwriter/storyteller, has been preaching his positive sound through songs for the past five years. The Cincinnati native's music echoes the early 1970's folk scene with influences from Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Carole King, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs to mention a few. Josh likes to classify his gentle voice and message as "sincere folk tunes."
Saturday July 24 – TBA
Friday July 30 – Rick Endres Rick Endres, a Cincinnati native, and a seasoned pro on the local music scene, performing solo or with the bands Wooden Nickel and Runnin’ On Empty. With a wide ranging and varied playlist, including acoustic rock music from the ’60’s through now. You’ll love the classic rock he performs, covering such artists as Eagles; James Taylor; Crosby, Stills & Nash and Neil Young; Gordon Lightfoot; Hootie and the Blowfish; and more. If we’re lucky, we’ll hear some of his own original music, too!
Saturday July 31 – Those Guys Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! Mostly new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. Pals and singers since their days among the very first Aiken HS classes, they’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along. Come join the fun and the music – singing along permitted if you tip generously! Come early, stay late – it’s always a blast when Those Guys are in the house! | ||||||||
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AUGUST Friday August 6 – Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday August 7 – Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies band playing and singing Americana “roots” music. In his 2008 review of Ewing's solo release "After This Cigarette", City Beat Music Editor Mike Breen said: "Whether political or personal, Ewing sings in a traditional format about our crazy, mixed-up modern world in a way that listeners can easily identify with and latch on to. That may be Ewing's greatest appeal — his songs are more like a wise buddy talking to you at a bar, devoid of any didactic "I'm the singer, you're the listener" separation." The Crick Gypsies played MidPoint Music Festival 2008, Fountain Square, Southgate House, Oakley After Hours and other Cincinnati gigs since forming in 2008.
Friday August 13 – Tree of Life World Music with belly dancers from Dante’s Gypsy Circus Tree of Life is Cincinnati's premier world music duo, and consists of Cincinnati Entertainment Award-nominated musicians Richard Cisneros (percussion) and Patrick McMahon (wind instruments). They each play a variety of instruments to create lovely songs and a peaceful atmosphere. Dante’s Gypsy Circus is a collaborative of belly dancers who incorporate fire whenever possible, performing dangerous feats of flame and sultry tribal dance.
Saturday August 14 -- TBA
Friday August 20 – Bromwell Diehl Band is back! Bravo! 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 August 21 – TBA
Friday August 27 – Dinah Devoto and Pat Kennedy Dinah Devoto has found the musical outlet that is closest to her Owensboro roots – she’s tapped into something real – and that’s her new partnership with Pat Kennedy and their acoustic Americana and Bluegrass. Dinah and Pat met through some mutual, leisure musician friends who play some fine Bluegrass around the kitchen table on Sunday afternoons. Their commitment to music found them practicing together more often and harmonizing like the “Nashville cats.” Pat brings a strong Bluegrass repertoire, some John Prine, Leo Kotke and songs pulled from a varied musical background. Pat learned some Gillian Welch tunes and had Iris DeMent already under his belt. Dinah’s learned some of Pat’s favorite Bluegrass tunes. She’ll belt out a couple of acapella old time favorites and still keeps Patty Griffin tunes close to her heart to share.
Saturday August 28 – 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. | ||||||||
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SEPTEMBER Friday September 3 -- Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday September 4 – Greg and Craig return Greg and Craig return to the CHCC bringing their latest renditions of your favorite tunes by the Beatles, Springsteen, Marvin Gaye, Dylan, and many more. Join in the fun and sing along. Greg, a former member of Starstruck, a local 70’s Oxford band known for the hit, ‘Black Betty’, mixes his percussion with Craig’s acoustic guitar and vocals. Enjoy the delicious food, warm drinks, and hot music as Greg and Craig play some sweet memories for you.
Friday September 10 – 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 in the past as the “Earth Sisters”. Paulette and Jamie are currently performing with Len Webb (winds, percussion and vocals) and sometimes other friends as “Just Earth”.
Saturday September 11 -- Chris Collier Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Chris has received two Cincinnati Entertainment Award Nominations for Best Singer-Songwriter; and a Cammy Award for BEST Folk Vocalist. Her latest CDs are “Over 20” and “The Road Home.”
Friday September 17 -- Tupelo Honey returns! The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now CDs later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own.
Saturday September 18 -- Those Guys Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! Mostly new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. Pals and singers since their days among the very first Aiken HS classes, they’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along. Come join the fun and the music – singing along permitted if you tip generously! Come early, stay late – it’s always a blast when Those Guys are in the house!
Friday September 24 -- 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. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Saturday September 25 -- Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” – and reason enough to be here! 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. They pack the house – better come early! | ||||||||
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OCTOBER Friday October 1 -- Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday October 2 – Shiny and the Spoon 2009 CEA nominated Shiny and The Spoon (Amber Nash and Jordan Neff) just released their debut cd. Shiny and the Spoon gives off the warmth and intimacy of the likes of Johnny Cash and June Carter, with a sense of humor that creates a wonderfully fun live show. Their originals are soulful, clever, and laced with hints of Patsy Cline, Gram Parsons, Elvis Costello, and Tom Waits. They recently performed at Cincinnati's Midpoint Music Fest 2009 and the 2009 BRINK New Music Showcase and were nominated for a 2009 Cincinnati Entertainment Award for New Artist of the Year.
Friday October 8 -- Greg Harper: Folk and Craic We’re lucky to have Greg – as regular customer AND performer! Greg’s concert will feature original music, traditional /contemporary acoustic music, including songs by: Robt. Burns, Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Egge, Foster, Kinks, Kristofferson, Lanois, Lightfoot, Old Blind Dogs, Prine, Reader, Cat Stevens, Simon and Garfunkel, Jerry Jeff Walker and much more. His choice of songs, whether ancient, original or recently released, has always been about human connection in the most universal sense. Hear Celtic ballads woven in with the modern-day mainstays of the folk tradition. And, if the feeling’s right, he won’t hesitate to throw in a bit of Cole Porter or Dean Martin as well.
Saturday October 9 -- Anna & Milovan She’s back – the college co-ed with the Broadway-ready pipes! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, 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 and Milovan are big favorites at College Hill Coffee Co.
Friday October 15 -- Josh Eagle Josh Eagle, singer/songwriter/storyteller, has been preaching his positive sound through songs for the past five years. The Cincinnati native's music echoes the early 1970's folk scene with influences from Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Carole King, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs to mention a few. Josh likes to classify his gentle voice and message as "sincere folk tunes."
Saturday October 16 – Betsy Lippitt returns 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 October 22 -- 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 October 23 – Tom & Larry Tom & Larry spent a few years playing around campfires, before they decided to share their enjoyment of music with Cincinnati Audiences. 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 Dylan, Beatles and Johnny Cash and you can expect an enjoyable musical trip through time.
Friday October 29 -- Bromwell Diehl Band is back! Bravo! 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 October 30 -- TBA
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NOVEMBER Friday November 5 -- Nyeemah McDonald – every first Friday! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more. | ||||||||