CHARLOTTE EVENTS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
October 6, 2010 - October 13, 2010
" My role in society, or any artist's or poet's role,
is to try and express what we all feel.
Not to tell people how to feel.
Not as a preacher, not as a leader, but as a reflection of us all."
~ John Lennon ~
Born 10/09/40
(Be sure to read/scroll to the end of the newsletter for special announcements and band news.)
Don't forget friends, fans and subscribers, donations and support of this newsletter would be so greatly appreciated. Thanks for your support either way. (Any amount of PayPal contributions can be made to charlottemusicfan@att.net).
See you at a show!
**All shows are in Charlotte, NC, unless stated otherwise**
(click on the day of the week to jump to that day)
WED | THU | FRI | SAT | SUN | MON | TUE | WED
Wednesday October 6 - Happy Birthday Scott Shupe & Willem Hartong!
**Simplified's Clee and Sheridan live on WBTV w/Barry Knox from Parmalee
4pm
http://www.simplifiedmusic.com
**Jared Allan featuring Tony Eltora on guitar and mandolin and John Mouser on drums
Village Bistro - Mix @ Six
6pm – 9pm
14815 John J. Delaney Dr.
http://www.jaredallan.com
**Tosco House Party Open Mic (early show)
The Evening Muse
8pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**Frontier Ruckus w/Tokyo Rosenthal (late show)
The Evening Muse
10pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**Simplified
Ballantyne Village-Village Bistro
9:30pm
http://www.simplifiedmusic.com
**The Lesser Pauls (CD Release), Laura Stevenson & the Cans, Reverend Deadeye
Snug Harbor
8pm
http://www.snugrock.com
**Robbie Hazen & The Riot
The Double Door Inn
9pm
http://www.doubledoorinn.com
**Greg Lilley
Press Wine (Uptown)
7pm-10pm
http://www.presswinefood.com
Thursday October 7 - Happy Birthday Monty Chandler!
**MetLive: Music on the Greenway Concert Series w/Simplified (Clee & Sheridan Acoustic)
The Metropolitan
1100 Metropolitan Avenue at Kings Drive
6pm-9pm - No Cover (VIP tickets sold) - Complimentary Parking - Lawn Chairs & Blankets welcome
http://www.metmidtown.com/metropolitan-metlive.htm * http://www.simplifiedmusic.com
**Kevin Gordon
The Thirsty Beaver
8pm-10pm
http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=118948254802010
**Mike Strauss Band (Acoustic)
The Pizza Peel
8pm-10pm
http://www.mikestrauss.net
**Simplified benefit show for Parmalee drummer, Scott Thomas
Whisky River
10pm
http://thewhiskyriver.com/charlotte *http://helpparmalee.com/ * http://www.simplifiedmusic.com
**MaxxMusic & Landshark Entertainment Present: Crooked Still w/Greg Humphreys
The Visulite Theatre
8pm
http://www.visulite.com * http://www.maxxmusic.com
**Jared Allan
Bad Dog Burgers & Brews (UNCC)
10pm
http://www.jaredallan.com
**Rusty Knox
The Wine Dive
8pm-11pm
Mooresville, NC
**Chris Trapper & Mark Kano w/ Chris Milam (early show)
The Evening Muse
8pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**Big Octave (featuring John Alexander, Ron Brendle, and Chris Garges (every Thurs.)
Blue Restaurant And Bar (at the corner of 5th and College)
8pm-11pm
http://www.myspace.com/bigoctave
**Wisebird
The Double Door Inn - Ladies Night Every Thurs.
9pm
http://www.doubledoorinn.com
Friday October 8 - Happy Birthday Tim Conard & Ralph Janelli!
**Simplified Live Television Appearance on Charlotte Today
WCNC
11am
http://www.wcnc.com/charlottetoday
**Jon Lindsay w/Justin Faircloth, Stephen Warwick & Jeremy Shane
Petra's Piano Bar & Cabaret
9pm
http://www.jonlindsaymusic.com * http://www.petraspianobar.com
**Music At The Depot featuring Rebecca Rippy
205 West Main Street in Dallas, NC
6:30pm-8:30pm
*More information below
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=157522340932711&ref=mf
**A Purpose for Life BBQ and Benefit featuring: Matrimony
Ballantyne Resort
4:30pm
http://www.apurposeforlife.org
**Thistledown Tinkers
The Amazing Maize Maze Rural Hill Farm
Huntersville, NC
7:00pm-9:30pm
http://www.thistledowntinkers.com
**The Other Half
Fairview Grill
10pm
http://www.facebook.com/otherhalfband
**Greg Lilley
Parktowne Village Patio (Park & Woodlawn)
7pm-10pm
http://www.theghazicompany.com/existing_projects/parktowne
**Simplified (Acoustic)
Fast Lane
680 Tinsley Way
10pm
Rock Hill SC
http://www.facebook.com/fastlanebarandgrill
**Cullis Entertainment Presents:The Legendary Drifters
The Sylvia Theater
9pm
York, SC
http://www.sylviatheater.com
**MaxxMusic & Landshark Entertainment Present: The Gracious Few w/American Bang
The Visulite Theatre
8:45pm
http://www.visulite.com * http://www.maxxmusic.com
**Micah Dalton & Andrew Ripp & Meghan Coffee (early show)
The Evening Muse
8pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com * http://www.maxxmusic.com
**Crowfield w/Andy Lehman (late show)
The Evening Muse
10:30pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**Eric Lindell w/Donna Duncan
The Neighborhood Theatre
9pm
http://www.neighborhoodtheatre.com
**Campbell The Band w/ Harvard, The Air Station (Formerly Hot Vegas), Jackyl and Dice
Amos' Southend
http://www.amossouthend.com
**Old Hat Revival
The Double Door Inn
10pm
http://www.doubledoorinn.com
**Bo White, Alexis Gideon, Hair Supply
Snug Harbor
10pm
http://www.snugrock.com
**Marco Pollo w/Lucky Five, I Was Totally Destroying It and The Trophy Fire
Tremont Music Hall
http://www.tremontmusichall.com
**Lenny Federal Band (Every Friday)
The Comet Grill
9:30pm
http://www.cometgrillcharlotte.com * http://www.myspace.com/lennyfederal
Saturday October 9 - Happy Birthday John Lennon (would be 70 today)
**Mike Strauss Band
Sammy's
12744 Lancaster Highway
9:30pm
Pineville, NC
http://www.mikestrauss.net
**Trip Rogers
Hardcore Kayak Fishing Tournament Opening Ceremonies
7am
Mount Holly, NC
http://www.triprogers.com
**Plaza Midwood/Chantilly Chili Cook Off Fundraiser w/Leadville Social Club, Loose Lugnuts & More!
12pm-7pm
http://eventful.com/charlotte/events/6th-annual-plaza-midwoodchantilly-chili-cookoff-/E0-001-024400337-8
**Jon Lindsay w/Dylan Gilbert
Petra's Piano Bar & Cabaret
8pm
http://www.petraspianobar.com * http://www.jonlindsaymusic.com
**MaxxMusic & Landshark Entertainment Present: Richard Marx
McGlohon Theater
7:30pm
http://www.maxxmusic.com
**The Marshall Tucker Band w/SwampDaWamp
The Neighborhood Theatre
8pm
http://www.theneighborhoodtheatre.com
**The Merrows
Kings Mountain, Gateway Festival
10am-noon
AND
Rodi
8pm-10pm
Gastonia, NC
http://www.rodiworld.com * http://www.myspace.com/themerrowsband
**Greg Lilley
The Wine Cellar
9pm-12am
Cornelius, NC
http://twitter.com/winecellarlkn
**Simplified (Clee & Sheridan Acoustic)
The White Owl Tavern
167 Pinnacle Lane
9pm
Mooresville NC
http://www.simplifiedmusic.com
**MaxxMusic Presents: Jill Andrews w/Reeve Coobs (early show)
The Evening Muse
8pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**Grown Up Avenger Stuff, Seventh Epic, Goodnight Swim and All Thumbs And Two Left Feet
Salvador Deli
8pm-11:30pm
http://events.myspace.com/Event/6164985/Salvador-Deli-Outdoor-Stage#ixzz11bQrsYEr
**The Issac Spiveysw/Sista Otis (late show)
The Evening Muse
10:30pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**Jared Allan
Wild Wing Cafe (UNCC)
10pm
http://www.jaredallan.com
**Chris Duarte Group
The Double Door Inn
10pm
http://www.doubledoorinn.com
**Snagglepuss, NY Disco Villains, Blossoms
Snug Harbor
10pm
http://www.snugrock.com
**WNCW-FM 88.7/100.3 FM - Local Color Show
featuring local and regional artists
7pm
http://www.wncw.org
Sunday October 10 - Happy Birthday Paul Speer!
**Contagious
Carolina Panthers Tailgate Party
Bank of America Stadium
10am-1230pm
Parking lot @ Cedar & Morehead
http://www.contagiousblues.com
**Greg Lilley
The Prickly Pear (Downtown Historic Mooresville)
6pm-9pm
http://www.pricklypear.net/location
**WNCW 88.7 Local Color
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
http://www.wncw.org
**"90 Minutes (Local & Regional Music) - Sundays 8:30 pm - 10 pm (Divakar) and ENDSessions 10pm (Nate)
WEND 106.5 The End (every Sunday)
http://www.1065.com
**"No Static At All" Radio - an eclectic mix of music by local musicians
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
hosted by Gael Warning's Jeff Chester
http://www.myspace.com/nostaticatallfm
**Built to Spill
The Neighborhood Theatre
8pm
http://www.theneighborhoodtheatre.com
**Gaston College Roundtable w/Randy Walker featuring: Jared Allan & Tony Eltora
WSGE 91.7FM
6pm
http://www.wsge.org * http://www.jaredallan.com
**Great Architect, Guitar Syrup Behavior, Jason Ajemian And The High Life
Snug Harbor
9pm
No Cover
http://www.snugrock.com
**Find Your Muse Open Mic
The Evening Muse
8pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com * http://www.myspace.com/findyourmuse
**The Monday Nite All-Stars
The Double Door Inn
10pm
http://www.doubledoorinn.com
**Jared Allan
Cedar Street Tavern
8pm
http://www.jaredallan.com
**Bill Hanna Jazz Jam
The Double Door Inn
9pm
http://www.doubledoorinn.com
**Fair Play featuring Bobby Donaldson (guitar), Donnie Marshall (drums), Tuf (bass)
Fairview Grille
9:30pm - 1am
5124 Park Rd.
http://www.fairviewgrill.com
**Red Rocking Chair (every Tues)
The Comet Grill
http://www.cometgrillcharlotte.com
Wednesday October 13 - Happy Birthday Rick Spreitzer!
**The Fleshtones w/Temperance League
Tremont Music Hall
9pm
http://www.tremontmusichall.com * http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWCi5cdTaqo
**Jared Allan
RiRa Irish Pub
9pm
http://www.jaredallan.com
**The Loose Lugnuts
Mac's BBQ
**Amy Speace & Doug & Telisha Williams (early show)
The Evening Muse
8pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**Lost in the Trees
The Evening Muse
10:30pm
http://www.eveningmuse.com
**MaxxMusic & Landshark Entertainment Present: The Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band
McGlohon Theater
9pm
http://www.maxxmusic.com
**The Pack A.D., Kassie Marie Davis
Snug Harbor
9pm
http://www.snugrock.com
**Heart of A Ghost
The Double Door Inn
9pm
http://www.doubledoorinn.com
Band/Artist/Media News, Features, Announcements and Upcoming Local and Regional Events
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Misc News, Events & Announcements:
***Ayrsley Town Center is in need of musical performer(s) to play at the community's various restaurants each weekend. We are considering performers all music types, so please let us know by email if your talents can help us draw the dinner crowds we are seeking. Compensation will be determined based on talent and frequency of performance. (via Craigslist)
***Charlotte Takes A Stand (Benefit for Parmalee drummer, Scott Thomas) - Amos' Southend November 7th at 5pm. Bands performing are: Preacher Stone, One Big Love, Eastern Sky, Jonas Sees In Color, Damsel Down, Falling Through April, Echo Code, Beyond The Fade, and Six Second Silence. Due to the overwhelming response, a 2nd show will be held on November 13th. Venue & Bands TBA. http://helpparmalee.com/
***Blues Traveler - Pavilion at EpiCentre - Thurs Oct. 21 - Get complimentary tickets at http://pavilionatepicentre.com/happenings.php. First come, first entry until capacity.
***Venturing out of your comfort zone (Eric Mullis from Actual Proof writes about exploring new venues and bands)- http://blogs.creativeloafing.com/vibes/2010/09/30/venturing-out-of-your-comfort-zone/
***Congratulations on the engagement of the dashing Josh Daniel (The New Familiiars) to the beautiful Kellie Jackson (Sangati Yoga & Massage)
**Jeff Hahne’s Homebrew Vol. 4. - The Homebrew CD release party will be held on Oct. 15 at the Neighborhood Theatre featuring: 8 p.m. – Bubonik Funk; 8:30 p.m. – Electric Coma; 9 p.m. – Mike Strauss Band; 9:30 p.m. – Matrimony; 10 p.m. – Isaac Spiveys; 10:30 p.m. – Wiggle Wagons; 11 p.m. – Grown Up Avenger Stuff. http://charlotte.creativeloafing.com/gyrobase/what_s_brewing_cl_s_local_cd_homebrew/Content?oid=1063862
**We were very saddened to hear the news about Rodi's Owner & Passionate Music Fan Traci Smith leaving us way too soon. You knew it was going to be great show at Rodi when you saw Traci walking around with her video camera capturing some very special moments. Rest in Peace Traci. http://www.rodiworld.com
***Music at the Depot: Fall Acoustic Series - The Gaston County Museum of Art & History will present Music at the Depot: Fall Acoustic Series at its newly renovated train Depot located on 205 West Main Street in Dallas. The series will take place October and November on the second Friday of each month from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. featuring the following performers: October 8, 2010 – Rebecca Rippy · November 12, 2010 – Gigi Dover & The Big Love. Tickets can be bought in advance for $10 or purchased the day of the show for $13. Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly encouraged since seating is limited. Advance ticket information is available by contacting Jeff Pruett 704.922.7681 x 105 or jeff.pruett@co.gaston.nc.us. The Depot, built in 1903, was originally the Carolina and Northwestern Train Depot located in Dallas on Main Street, a few blocks south of the museum. In addition to music events, The Depot will also host art exhibits, programs, and other museum functions. Gaston County Museum of Art & History, Dallas, North Carolina – 131 West Main Street, Dallas, NC 28034
**Robin & Tony Rogers Need Our Help. The Robin Rogers Medical Fund has been established to accept donations to assist with Robin's medical & living expenses. You can make a donation at any Bank of America branch, or you can donate online using this account number: 0006-5617-0216. For updates on Robin's condition, go to her Facebook page here. http://www.facebook.com/people/Robin-Rogers/1169. There are benefits being held on their behalf as well. Organizers are currently seeking items for a silent auction to be held at Amos' Southend on October 24th at Robin's benefit concert (featuring Jim Brock, Bob Margolin, Part Time Blues Band, WSNB,
the Voodoo Brothers, Sheila Carlisle and SPECIAL GUESTS . Please visit Robin Rogers Benefit Central for more information and details: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=132068270172379&ref=ts to * http://charlotte.creativeloafing.com/gyrobase/benefit_show_planned_for_local_blues_singer_robin_rogers/Content?oid=1063866
**The Evening Muse Gallery Artist of the month - October 2010 Art at The Evening Muse presents The Photography of Monty Chandler - http://www.eveningmuse.com * http://www.montychandler.com
**Post and read reviews about anything and everywhere in Charlotte at Yelp.com - http://www.yelp.com/charlotte-nc
**Essential Charlotte - The People & Places That Make Us Unique - http://www.essentialcharlotte.com
Recent Reviews, Photos, Interviews, TV & Press:
***Jon Lindsay "Escape from Plaza Midwood" - http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2010/10/01/1731213/jon-lindsay-debuts-his-escape.html * http://www.jonlindsaymusic.com/
***Anna Bullard's debut "Split Heart" review: http://charlotte.creativeloafing.com/gyrobase/cd_review_anna_bullard_s_split_heart/Content?oid=1063868
***Local musicians weigh in on their favorite local bands and artists - Creative Loafing - http://charlotte.creativeloafing.com/gyrobase/local_musicians_pick_their_favorite_area_performers/Content?oid=1063857
***Kim Richey, Mando Saenz, Joe Rathbone, Rebecca Loebe & Raina Rose - Reviews & Photos by Monty Chandler - http://montychandler.smugmug.com/Music/Music-2010
***The Avett Brothers return to Manifest - http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2010/10/05/1741915/the-avett-brothers-return-to-charlotte.html * http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SObEHtwXTew and more at http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=the+avett+brothers+Manifest&aq=f
In The Studio:
**Listen online to our local and regional bands at Complex Radio - WNCW 88.7FM , "90 Minutes", CharlotteMusician.com, WGWG 88.3FM (Boiling Springs, NC) and WSGE 91.7FM, as well as those weekly specialty programs mentioned above.
***Looking Ahead: (new additions or updates)
(^=Potential sell out - recommend getting advance tickets)
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10/14 - Bob Dylan - UNC Charlotte
10/14 - Sara Bareilles w/Greg Laswell and Holly Conlan - The Neighborhood Theatre
10/15 - Tim O'Brien w/Bryan Sutton - The Grey Eagle
10/15 - Homebrew CD Release Party - The Neighborhood Theatre
10/16 - Portugal, the Man - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
10/16 - ^The Brilliant Inventions Final Show - Eddie's Attic (Decatur, GA)
10/16 - Martin Sexton - The Visulite Theatre
10/16 - Local Natives w/ Ruby Suns & The Union Line - The Grey Eagle (Asheville, NC)
10/17 - ^The Indigo Girls - McGlohon Theatre
10/17 - The Richard Thompson Band - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
10/19 - Matt and Kim - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
10/20 - ^Grace Potter & The Nocturnals - The Visulite Theatre
10/26 - Rocky Votolato - Local 506 (Chapel Hill)
10/26 - Macy Gray - Carolina Theatre (Durham, NC)
10/27 - Frightened Rabbit w/Plants and Animals - The Neighborhood Theatre
10/28 - Lou Christie - Progress Energy Ctr. For The Perf. Arts (Raleigh, NC)
11/02 - ^OK Go - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
11/03 - MGMT - Memorial Auditorium (Raleigh, NC)
11/03 - RaRa Riot - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
11/06 - Music4More - The Double Door Inn
11/06 - ^Shearwater w/Damien Jurado - Local 506 (Chapel Hill, NC)
11/06 - Allen Toussaint w/Nicholas Payton & Joe Krown Trio - Knight Theater
11/06 - Ryan Montbleau Band - The Grey Eagle (Asheville, NC)
11/06 - The Young Ages, Mannish Boys, and the Good Bad and the Ugly- The Sylvia Theater
11/07 - Freelance Whales w/Miniature Tigers - Local 506 (Chapel Hill)
11/09 - Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush - The Neighborhood Theatre
11/11 - Deakin (founding member of Animal Collective) - The Evening Muse
11/11 - Jason Boland & The Stragglers - The Neighborhood Theatre
11/12 - Molly Hatchet - Tremont Music Hall
11/12 - Donna The Buffalo - The Neighborhood Theatre
11/13 - Karl Denson's Tiny Universe - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
11/15 - Iron & Wine - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
11/16 - Elton John - Asheville Civic Center (Asheville, NC)
11/17 - Michelle Shocked - The Neighborhood Theatre
11/18 - ^Dave Barnes - The Evening Muse
11/20 - Tyler Ramsey (Band of Horses) w/Justin Fedor (The New Familiars) & friends - The Evening Muse
11/20 - Sam Bush - The Neighborhood Theatre
11/23 - Donavon Frankenreiter - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
11/26 - David Wilcox - The Grey Eagle (Asheville, NC)
11/28 - Cyndi Lauper - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC) SOLD OUT
11/28 - David Lamotte - The Grey Eagle (Asheville, NC)
11/29 - Minus The Bear w/The Whigs & Dead Confederate - The Orange Peel (Asheville, NC)
12/02 - Delta Spirit - The Grey Eagle (Asheville, NC)
12/02 - Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Time Warner Cable Arena
12/03 - Bonnie Prince Billy - The Neighborhood Theatre
12/03 - The Blind Boys Of Alabama - Wingate University (Wingate)
12/10 - Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion - The Sylvia Theater - York, SC
12/10 - Carolina Chocolate Drops - The Neighborhood Theatre
12/11 - Doc Watson w/Jack Lawrence & Richard Watson - The Neighborhood Theatre
12/12 - Justin Townes Earle w/ Caitlin Rose - The Grey Eagle (Asheville, NC)
02/24 - That One Guy - The Neighborhood Theatre
02/25 - Bob Newhart - Peace Center Concert Hall (Greenville, SC)
03/12 - Colin Hay - McGlohon Theatre
04/21 - Branford Marsalis - UNC Chapel Hill Memorial Hall (Chapel Hill)
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