Upcoming: Public events tagged with "band"

Nov 20, 2009: Forest Community Centre - Band Night at Forest Community Centre

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:53:46 -0700

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Nov 27, 2009: 7th Annual Brian Setzer Orchestra CHRISTMAS ROCKS! Extravaganza at Strathmore

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 07:34:03 -0700

Stray Cats rocker-become-big-band-leader Brian Setzer has a rep for revving up classics like “Pennsylvania 6-5000” with rap, tape loops, and a hard-driving guitar lead. Now he lights a raging Yule fire with a show that soups up seasonal favorites from “Sleigh Ride” to “(Everybody’s Waitin’ for) The Man with the Bag.” “Setzer kept the audience on their feet and dancing” (AllAboutJazz.com).

"Like pouring gasoline on a fire" is how Brian Setzer describes 1998’s double-platinum, Grammy-winning, Top 10-charting “The Dirty Boogie.” But while Setzer wanted to fan the flames with the follow-up, he also wanted to jack up the octane.

"It would be an easy trap to fall into to do ‘Dirty Boogie II,’" says Setzer. "The criticism of swing is that it’s music from the past. I wanted to keep a lot of the same sound -- this isn’t a harpsichord record all of a sudden --but I wanted this to be music for 2000 and beyond.

“So we experimented, we stretched out. We said, ‘Let’s get crazy and go for it.’" So on “Vavoom!," the fourth album from The Brian Setzer Orchestra, released August 1, 2000, he "scuffed it up." For most of the album’s six classics, Setzer says he "had to choose ways to make them mine. It was like rebuilding a house by taking the old one down except for one wall. In the end, it’s so far away from the original, you can’t imagine what it looked like when you started."

Not only did he pen lyrics to the traditional instrumental "In The Mood," creating "Gettin’ In The Mood," but he even added a rap. On "Pennsylvania 6-5000," there are new lyrics, tape loops and even a hip-hop beat.

"It took me by surprise that the hip-hop beat and the swing beat are parallel. When I heard it, I went, ‘I’ll be damned, it worked, let’s keep going.’ I can tell if something’s good if I smile. This made me smile. I wanted to make these songs so brand-new that people would go ‘Wow! I never thought ...’"

Along with a faithful rendition of "Mack The Knife," a psychobilly version of the instrumental "Caravan," a rockin’ doo-wop take on "Gloria" and a freewheeling "Americano" (translated from the Italian original, made famous by Jude Law’s and Matt Damon’s performance in "The Talented Mr. Ripley"), Setzer also penned eight originals.

"My influences are always with me. All I can do is sit with a guitar and write rockabilly songs and, if they’re good, then write the charts for the horns and turn them into the animals that they are."

“Vavoom!,” produced by Peter Collins (Jewel, Indigo Girls, Nanci Griffith), Glen Ballard (Alanis Morissette, No Doubt) and David Darling, also adds female background singers to The Brian Setzer Orchestra experience for the first time.

"It’s a different dimension, especially live. Besides, they ain’t bad to look at after seeing us slobs for an hour and a half."

As a result, the band’s tour this summer has been titled the "Here I Go Again Draggin’ 16 Guys (And A Couple Chicks) Around The World Tour."

What is nearly as unlikely as the success of The Brian Setzer Orchestra -- a true, 17-piece Big Band fronted by an electric guitar -- is that no one has jumped on the bandwagon. The reason, suggests Setzer, is simple: "This isn’t like punk rock, where anyone could pick up a guitar and play loud. The level of musicianship required is pretty high."

Another reason may be that no one else has had the musical guts as well as chops.

"What made it happen is that we’re original," Setzer says. "This is American music, it’s ingrained in us, but we took it in a new direction. This is a whole different beast than a ‘40s Big Band. The only similarity is the instrument lineup.

Dec 31, 2009: Gov't Mule Live in Concert for New Year's Eve at Beacon Theatre

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:47:28 -0700

Ring in the new year with Gov't Mule! They will be playing a special New Years Eve show at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. Gov't Mule, formed by members of the Allman Brothers, is known to bring big name members of other rock bands to jam with them onstage. Who will it be this New Year's Eve? Don't miss out and get your tickets now through AC Ticket Guys and ensure you are getting the best seats at competitive prices and fast delivery.

Apr 30, 2010: Solano Winds Community Concert Band at Fairfield Center for the Creative Arts

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 19:57:27 -0700

2009 - 2010 Concert Season Theme:
"Land, Sea, Air and Space"
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"Space"
Friday, April 30, 8:00 PM
Fairfield Center for Creative Arts
1035 West Texas Street, Fairfield

Also Sprach Zarathustra - Strauss, Richard arr. Rogers, R. Mark

Flight - Balmages, Brian

Toward a Northern Star - Gilroy, Gary

Apollo 13 - Horner, James arr. Moss, John

Suite from Star Wars Epic, Part I - Williams, John arr. Smith, Robert W.

Suite from Star Wars Epic, Part II - Williams, John arr. Smith, Robert W.

Golden Star - Sousa, John Philip arr. Gore, Harold R.

To A New Dawn - Sparke, Phillip

Blue Moon - Rodgers, Richard and Hart, Lorenz Barker, Warren

The Planets - Mars - The Bringer of War - Holst, Gustav

The Planets - Uranus - The Magician Holst, Gustav arr. Curnow, James

The Planets - Jupiter - The Bringer of Jollity - Holst, Gustav

Dec 26, 2009: Eric Selner Band, The East Wind in Concert at The Winchester Tavern & Music Hall

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:55:01 -0700

The Eric Selner Band plays piano driven pop, rock with a soulful R&B feel. Eric is a singer / songwriter, and has also performed as Vocalist, Pianist, and Harmonica player in the band Catwalk Blue at The "Q" during Cavs season. Eric brings his Eric Selner Band to The Winchester for a not-to-be-missed performance.

A premier contemporary rock band of the 70's, The East Wind is renowned for not only their original music but their renditions of Lynrd Skynrd, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Aerosmith, Bad Company and a host of other popular favorites. See them tonight, back together and rockin.

Dec 31, 2009: Jimmy Eat World Live in Concert - New Year's Eve Party at Harrah's Casino Hotel

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:20:19 -0700

Party on New Year's Eve with one of the best bands of the decade, Jimmy Eat World. The band is hot off of their mega-succesful Clarity Tour which commemorated the 10th Anniversary of one of rock's seminal albums. Order your Jimmy Eat World Atlantic City Tickets today and get the chance to start 2010 with a great live music experience.

Dec 4, 2009: "Mr Rat Pack" Frank Lamphere Sings Retro-Pop & Jazz at Viand

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 07:54:26 -0700

Step back into an early sixties (pre-Beatles) musical atmosphere every Friday night as "Mr. Rat Pack" Frank Lamphere sings retro-pop & jazz, backed by his swingin' Rat Pack Jazz Trio.

A regular part of Lamphere's sets are tributes to Dean Martin (vocally, one of the best around), Tony Bennett and of course Frank Sinatra. Known to break into a classic Italian melody (Al Di La, Volare, Ciao Ciao Bambina) with little if any accent, Frank can be persuaded to perform an Elvis or Tom Jones number, when the mood is right.

He is accompanied by pianist Larry Harris and drummer Mike Jeffers. Dancing is encouraged. Viand is located in the Courtyard by Marriott (a block east of Michigan Avenue on Ontario)
For reservations phone 312-255-8505

Dec 18, 2009: Simple Groove ROCKS The Liberty Tavern Restaurant at The Liberty Tavern Restaurant

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:51:33 -0700

Simple Groove ROCKS The Liberty Tavern Restaurant

732-738-4100

The Liberty Tavern Restaurant is a bar and restaurant with Excellent Charcoal Grilled 1/2 LB. Burgers, Great Onion Rings, Ex. Buffalo Wings (Frank's Hot Sauce), Pitchers of Beer, Great Crinkle Cut Fries, Ex. Thin Crust Personal Pizza, V.G. Steak-Um Style Cheese Steak, VG. Chicken Fingers. If you?re looking for a decent fueling station with moderate prices, Liberty Tavern Restaurant is right on the money.

Directions:

From the South: GSP to exit 127 and follow RTE 9 for a very short time and take the exit for CR-501 towards Fords. This is St. Georges Ave. Go under the Parkway and at the 3rd block on the right you will see the Liberty Tavern Restaurant on the corner of Liberty St.

From the North: GSP to exit 129 towards RTE 9. Follow the signs for CR-501 to Fords. This puts you on St. Georges Ave. At the 3rd block on the right you will see the Liberty Tavern Restaurant on the corner of Liberty St.

Dec 19, 2009: Simple Groove ROCKS The RaceZone at The RaceZone

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 03:50:48 -0700

Simple Groove ROCKS The RaceZone

Rob's Birthday Bash!

732-251-2332

3 Miles from Raceway Park. Enjoy any sporting event at the ZONE with 10 TV's and the NFL Package. EVERY MONDAY IS "BLUE MOONDAYS" $2.50 BLUE MOONS EVERY THURSDAY IS "THIRSTY THURSDAY" HAPPY HOUR UNTIL 9:00pm. Live Bands on "Friday Night Lights" 7:00pm - Close $2.00 Coors Light Pints. Every Wednesday Is Karaoke with PERFECT CHOICE ENTERTAINMENT, $2.00 Coors Light Pints, Pizza and Beer Combo Special(Large Pitcher of Coors Light & Large Plain Pie for $17.00). Phil says the Pizza is "messy but really good"!!

Directions:

From the South: GSP to exit 105 to RTE 18 North, travel 21 miles and take the U-Turn jug-handle at Rues Lane and make a Left and take RTE 18 South. Take the third exit and bear Right on Englishtown Road (RTE 527 South). The RaceZone is under a mile ahead on your Left.

From the North: Turnpike South to exit 9. RTE 18 South for 5 miles and take a Right on RTE 527 South towards Englishtown. The RaceZone is under a mile ahead on your left.

Nov 20, 2009: UM School of Music: Chamber Music at Maryland, Part II at Gildenhorn Recital Hall at Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD 20742

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:27:00 -0700

The second night of a two-part concert dedicated to chamber music featuring student string, woodwind, brass and piano ensembles.

FREE EVENT

Nov 21, 2009: UM School of Music: UMSO 2009 Concerto Competition Finals at Dekelboum Concert Hall

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:30:43 -0700

Final round of the annual competition in which students vie for the opportunity to perform as featured soloist with the UM Symphony Orchestra. Finalists perform 15-20 minute excerpts of a concerto or concert piece for an independent jury panel. Following the jury’s deliberation, a winner, runner-up and second runner-up will be announced on stage.

FREE EVENT

Dec 2, 2009: UM School of Music at Gildenhorn Recital Hall at Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD 20742

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:32:52 -0700

A concert of original works by UM student composers featuring solo, chamber, and electroacoustic performances.

FREE EVENT

Dec 6, 2009: UM School of Music: Honors Chamber Music at Gildenhorn Recital Hall at Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, College Park, MD 20742

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:35:38 -0700

A showcase for exceptional ensembles of the School of Music's chamber music program, as selected by faculty.

FREE EVENT

Dec 7, 2009: UM School of Music: UM Percussion Ensemble at Dekelboum Concert Hall

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:41:07 -0700

An evening of marimba, xylophone, tubular bells, timpani, drums and more!

FREE EVENT

Nov 14, 2009: Art, Life. and Culture Entwined at Belas Artes Multicutural Center and Art Gallery

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:44:57 -0700

Join us as we celebrate Belas Artes’ mission of fostering the appreciation and understanding of world cultures through art.

This first ever fund raising gala will feature an evening of international cuisine, cocktails, art, conversation and connections.

Food generously provided by numerous local ethnic restaurants, beer by Anheuser Busch, and wine by Major Brands.

It will also be the VIP Opening of the art exhibit “Gratitude” by internationally awarded artist, Sidney Matias.

The event will also feature numerous cultural music and dance performances throughout the evening.

Dec 19, 2009: Joshua Jesty and Band at The Winchester Tavern & Music Hall

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:47:42 -0700

Joshua Jesty is an American singer, songwriter, doctor kicker, and zombie fighter. He became famous roughly around the time of his first solo release "Finally, Joshua Jesty is Famous, all the hits: volume 15." He continually writes, records, blogs, tours and appears in various you tube videos all while waiting tables to "keep it real."

Joshua has also just won "Best Solo Music Artist" in the 2009 Scene Readers Choice Awards. This is his big, birthday, end of the year show with a full band, don't miss it.

Nov 21, 2009: Gig at the Coop-San Pedro Square at Sonoma Chicken Coop

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:59:02 -0700

Price: FREE
Phone: (408) 674-2868
Age Suitability: All Ages

Over the Hill Blues Band will be spicing things up in downtown San Josè at the Sonoma Chicken Coop. Swing through San Pedro Square to check out some fine blues to complement the Coop's good eats and drinks.256

Dec 4, 2009: The Aggrolites Live in Berkeley at Shattuck Down Low Lounge

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:03:18 -0700

Ineffable Records & Unkle Fun Presents:

THE AGGROLITES

The Aggrolites are more than a band they are a movement unto themselves. They carry a banner - one created with their own hands. This banner reads, “Dirty Reggae,” and represents their signature fusion of reggae, soul, grit and determination. For seven magnificent years, this dirty reggae bunch has rolled from city to city, across the pond and up main street USA. They rally the kids, the parents, the students, the cops, the bosses and the drifters. The people come, they relish in The Aggrolites, the dirty reggae and the joy that comes with it all. The liberating rhythms and catchy grooves demand a return trip.
Out of the Los Angeles school of hard knocks, The Aggrolites have earned a Ph.D in "feel good music." On the road they educate with the thunder and punch of the reggae drums and bass, the ripping, soulful melodies of the organ and guitars, and Jesse Wagner’s voice - a gift from the heavens, a perfectly intact gift from Otis, Sam, Ray and Wilson.

21 & up

Feb 13, 2010: "VALENTINES REWIND"... at Embassy Suites Dulles - North

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:09:28 -0700

Description Relax, Unwind and Dine at the "Valentines Rewind"...
Valentines Day Weekend Feb.13th - 14th, 2010

1.) RELAX and UNWIND:

Enjoy a Luxurious Two-room King Suite
Full, hot cooked to order& buffet breakfast
Adult Social Reception 5:30pm to 7-:30 pm - Enjoy Two Hours of Complimentary Drinks and Lite Fare

In Your Room Enjoy:
A Bottle of Champagne
Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate and a Bowl of Whip Cream
Check in 3pm

2.) DINE:

Enjoy a Romantic Dinner Under Candlelight, With a Little Smooth Jazz and a Table Set for Two
(Dinner includes a chef's choice entree and a soft drink)

3.) REWIND:

Celebrate the 'Ole Skool' With a New School Twist on Some of the Hottest R&B and Classic Soul Hits From the Past to Present.

Featuring Live Music from "Gen3tiks" with Special Guest American Idol Contestant, "Junot Joyner"
(Dinner and Special Event Starts at 8:00pm)

* Only for the Grown, Sexy and Classy*

All For Only $249 per couple
(50% deposit to reserve by Dec.30th, 2009/balance due by Feb 3rd, 2010)
*additional room night(s) available at additional charge

Sponsored by BKS Events & Services
For More Information:
Call (301) 922-8478, or
email: services@bksevents.com

Nov 20, 2009: The Round Trip Band at Fiamme Restaurant and Bar

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:04:04 -0700

Come and enjoy the Round Trip Band play Fiamme’s Club Inferno, a distinctive venue offering headliner performances in a relaxed, dinner club-like setting.
Round Trip is a celebration of Rock, Rhthym & Blues and Funky Jazz designed for your dining, dancing and listening pleasure.

November 20, 2009 7:00pm - 11:00pm

Fiamme Resaurant & Bar
3731 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

$15 food/beverage minimum in the dining room

Reservations can be made online by selecting the reservations link or by calling 805-497-9444.

Nov 21, 2009: Rick Whitfield at Fiamme Restaurant and Bar

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:07:37 -0700

Come and enjoy Rick Whitfield in Fiamme’s Club Inferno, a distinctive venue offering headliner performances in a relaxed, dinner club-like setting.

November 21, 2009 7:00pm - 11:00pm

Fiamme Resaurant & Bar
3731 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

Former Motown recording artist Rick Whitfield is the leader of the 4-9 piece Rick Whitfield Band. He is one of the busiest working musicians in Los Angeles, and has been the featured entertainment at literally thousands of events. The other members in his band have played or are now playing with Eric Clapton, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Lenny Kravitz, Diana Ross, the Gap Band and James Brown.

Reservations can be made online at our web site www.fiammerestaurant.com or by calling 805-497-9444.

http://www.rickwhitfield.com

Jan 9, 2010: Simple Groove ROCKS The Brickhouse at The Brickhouse

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:00:37 -0700

Simple Groove ROCKS The Brickhouse

Happy New Year!!

732-254-8899

(Formerly the Stadium): The Brickhouse is an upscale sports bar with excellent food and 13 HD TV's. Come in for the 2 for $20 dinner specials before the band plays! Enjoy $2 BUD & BUD LITE bottles during METS AND YANKEES GAMES. Saturday Specials: $1 Off Shots 12pm-7pm; $1 Off Bottles 3pm-7pm; ** Dinners 2 for $20 from 6pm-9pm **; Saturday Night LIVE MUSIC from 9pm-1am; No Cover Charge!

Directions:

From the South: GSP to the Cheesequake Service Area (mile 123), cut through the Commuter Parking Lot at the center/North side of the service area, and make a Left on CR-615 (BORDENTOWN RD), pass RTE 9, then make a Right on ERNSTON RD (CR-673) and a Left on WASHINGTON RD (RTE 535). Go for 2 mi and you'll see The Stadium on your right.

From the North: GSP TO EXIT 124 towards South Amboy and make a Left on MAIN ST and then an immediate Right on WASHINGTON RD (RTE 535). Go for just over 3 miles and you'll see The Stadium on your right.