Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Music Fun Week of July 18

UPDATES in RED (scroll down for Fri., Sat., Sun., & Mark Your Calendars)
Our friends at George’s Nightclub are continuing with a great promotion:  Celebrate your birthday there with a show!  Buy 5 tickets for friends, and the 6th one (for you) is a Comp! They’ll also treat you to a bottle of champagne.  Call for details and to book 415-226-0262.

Where do we go with GRATITUDE? How do I thank each and every friend and musician who bring such JOY and ENERGY to my life?
The week[end] began for me on Wednesday at the Corte Madera Big Band Dance, and Nightclub 2-step lesson with Liz Wong.  She’ll be back with more free dance lessons on Wed. Aug. 8, but we’ll have to wait til the 2nd Wed. in Sept. for the Ray Simpson Big Band to return.  This is one of the best [free] series in the county; so good to see so many of you there!

Cathey Cotten and Elliott Shannonhouse and their special brand of nasty musical pleasures encapsulated in Elliott’s Evil Plan, made their debut at Sweetwater last Friday, and I was there to help them celebrate …
And the Pacheco Plaza outdoor series on Fri. nite with Tracy Rose & Company, including wonderful vocalist Lauralee Brown.

Then there was FOREVERLAND and their non-stop sexy routines at George’s on Saturday night, after an afternoon birthday celebration/picnic with Friends at the Petaluma Cheese Factory. …
And old pals the BLUES BURNERS: DC, KC, Mike and morewith their spot-on blend of blues & rock-- for a hot Sunday outdoors on a cool and windy afternoon at the Corte Madera Town Center.

Coming up on Friday, looks like a real party for The Mighty Groove and Dan Brown & Full Steem at Sunnbolt Studios; there’s also Rudy Colombini at PYC, Pride and Joy at George’s, Sun Kings at Northgate, and so much more. Looking forward to The TICKETS BAND at Seahorse on Saturday, and there’s Gator Beat at George’s, Treble Makers, Jose Neto, Tommy Castro, African music at JCC --see what I mean? I won’t even mention Sunday (well, I’ll likely hear James Moseley, and maybe hit the Magnolia Terrace as well).  A wealth of musical riches at our fingertips!  Scroll through and you'll see it all ...

And Trek Winery is soon to open in downtown Novato--I'll be announcing in the very near future!

Please bookmark my website, and check back regularly for UPDATES as the week progresses:  www.ellenjanesmusic.com

And remember to TIP our wonderful and talented MUSICIANS!  Also please support all the gracious venues that support MUSIC.
Listen to the Music, and Dance (like nobody's watching)!! 
Wednesday, July 18  Happy Birthday, Susan P!
Seahorse Supper Club, 7:30?, no cover:  Marcello & Seth Tango.  CREDIT CARDS now accepted & ATM on site.   331-2899

Ghiringhelli's Novato, 7-10 pm, no cover:  Richard Rogers, Piano Man. Ladies night + Happy Hour all night.  415-878-4977 

Thursday, July 19
George's Nightclub8:00, $12-15:  Deborah Winters Jazz with Peter Welker trumpet & sax.  For info on table reservations, please call main line at 415-226-0262 Mon.-Fri. from 10 am to 4 pm. Table reservations are taken ONLY during the hours stated above.  2-drink min. per person for reserved tables.

San Rafael Farmers Market, downtown 4th St., 6-9pm, free:  entertainment on 2 or 3 “stages”.

Il Davide Restaurant, 901 A St., San Rafael, 6:30-9:30, no cover:  Audrey Moira Shimkas with Jef Labes --Smooth, nu-jazz, funk, pop & Latin. 454-8080 for reservations.

Presidio Y.C.  Maria's Music & Dinner-- Dinner beginning at 5 PM, and music from 7-10, $5 donation for the band:  Leon Bristow Band (Americana, Twang, Groove). Dinner: Chili & cornbread $8; grill closed, pizza available.  332-2319. Credit cards accepted, but tips are cash only, and no ATM around. Call Maria for info: 415-601-3333 

Rancho Nicasio, 7pm in the bar, no cover:  Singer/Songwriter Series hosted by Lauralee Brown.

Seahorse Supper Club, 7:30-10:30?, no cover:  Del Sol with Charity Goodin – Jazz. 331-2899 for reservations & info.   CREDIT CARDS now accepted & ATM on site.

Deer Park Villa Steakhouse Grill & Bar, Fairfax, 6:30-9:30, no cover:  Brad Bann—Seriously Sinatra.

Ghiringhelli's Novato, 9pm-midnite, no cover:  KARAOKE. Food served until 11pm.  415-878-4977 

Friday, July 20
Sunnbolt Studios, 150 Mitchell, San Rafael, 8-12?, $10 (adv. +$1.60 fee), or $12 doorThe Mighty Groove + Dan Brown & Full Steem. Private party, but they asked me to list it here. Limited space, **tickets avail. in advance here: http://tmgfullsteem.eventbrite.com/**  This will be a groovy steemy party. Bring your own adult beverages…water, soft drinks, snacks & tunes are provided.  I’ll be there (after Sun Kings at Northgate).

Presidio Y.C., 8:00pm, $10: Rudy Colombini (Unauthorized Rolling Stones) performing Original Hits and Classic Covers.  Rudy is a real crowd-pleaser! 332-2319 

George's Nightclub9:30, $20:  PRIDE & JOY R&B, Soul, lots of Dancin’. For info on table reservations, please call main line at 415-226-0262  Mon.-Fri. from 10 am to 4 pm. Table reservations are taken ONLY during the hours stated above.  2-drink min. per person for reserved tables. 

Northgate Mall Summer Music Series, 6-8pm, free:  The Sun Kings – Beatles Tribute (Series continues twice a month thru Aug. 17.)

The Club at McInnis, 7-10pm, no cover:  Rumors

Sweetwater, 8 doors, 9 music. SOLD OUT, but free, live, hi-def streaming, go to Sweetwater weblink.  The Mother Hips original California Soul.  388-3850 for tix or info.

Marin Coffee Roasters, San Anselmo, 4:00-7 pmfree: Dave Burns & Friends, filling in for The Treble Makers with Freeway Frank Bohan (Zydeco Flames) and Ted O'Connell and Special Guests. This is an ongoing weekly gig.

Peri’s Bar, Fairfax, 5-8: Frank Bohan (Zydeco Flames) & Leon Bristow – something funky!

Rickeys Jazz by the Pool, 6:30-9:30, no cover:  Jon Popenoe Blues.  883-9477 for reservations.

Seahorse Supper Club8:30?, $8?: Midilove with special guests—an evening of Electronica dance grooves.  331-2899 for reservations.  CREDIT CARDS now accepted! & ATM on site.

Creekside Music Series at Tennessee Valley Cabin, 6:30-8pm, free:  The Muddy Roses

Ghiringhelli's Novato, 10:30, no cover : Late Night DJ Dancing. 415-878-4977 for reservations.

Deer Park Villa Steakhouse Grill & Bar, Fairfax, 6:30-9:30, no cover:  Todos Santos with Wendy Fitz, Jack Pribble & Gary Bauman—Acoustic Americana combining blues, country, jazz and world music.  456-8084 for reservations.

Saturday, July 21 
Seahorse Supper Club, 8:45-12, $10: THE TICKETS BAND -- the “We’ll-Respect-You-in-the-Morning” Tour. If you come earlier for dinner, you get a $5 discount on cover. [ 4:30-7:30pm, no cover: Donna D + 3 with jazz, blues & sassy stylings.] 331-2899 for reservations. CREDIT CARDS now accepted & ATM on site.

George's Nightclub8:30, $15:  GATOR BEAT Cajun/Zydeco.  For info on table reservations, please call main line at 415-226-0262  Mon.-Fri. from 10 am to 4 pm. Table reservations are taken ONLY during the hours stated above.  2-drink min. per person for reserved tables. 

Osher Marin JCC Summer Nights Outdoor Music Festival, 7pm, $15 (members) - $20:  Oliver Mtukudzi & The Black Spirits.  African Dance class at 6:40pm (no add’l charge). Dinners available on site from Sol Food, or BYO picnic.  Please bring an item of non-perishable food for Ritter House.

Marin Coffee RoastersSan Anselmo, 10am-12:30pm (that’s Saturday morning), free:  Leon Bristow & Friends filling in for The Treble Makers with Freeway Frank Bohan (Zydeco Flames) and Ted O'Connell and Special Guests. This is an ongoing weekly gig. 

Whole Foods Market, 414 Miller, Mill Valley, 12noon-3pm, free:  The Treble Makers with Freeway Frank Bohan (Zydeco Flames) and Ted O'Connell and Special Guests.

Sweetwater, 8 doors, 9 music, $30: Tommy Castro & the Painkillers blues & R&B.  388-3850 for tix or info.

19 Broadway, 10pm, $15:  Jose Neto album release (Steve Winwood’s full time guitarist)

Rickeys Jazz by the Pool, 6:30-9:30 PM, no cover:  SwingSet. 883-9477 for reservations. 

Presidio Y.C. , 8:30pm?, $5:  Thump. 332-2319 

Ghiringhelli's Novato, 6-9 Brad Bann—Seriously Sinatra;10 pm, no cover  KARAOKE with RJ Rogers415-878-4977

Pt. Reyes Station, Love Field, $24-150:  Far West Fest with Les Nubians, Orgone, Vinyl, Spark & Whisper (1pm), and many more!

no name, Sausalito, 6-8:30, no cover:  The Gaters (as in Gate 5: Joe Tate, Maggie Catfish, Sandy Bailey, Lonnie Walter)  Blues, rock, country—you name it.

Sunday, July 22
Town Center Summer Music, Corte Madera, 2-4pm, free:  The Full Tilt Band with Donna Spitzer (classic rock & blues). Series continues every Sunday through Sept. 30.  See link for lineup.

Piccolo Pavilion, Old Corte Madera Square, 5-6pm, free:  James Moseley R&B Quartet

Magnolia Terrace at Maple Lawn, 1312 Mission, San Rafael, 1-5pm, $5:  Groove Society (Funk/Blues/Rock & Roll)--these guys have worked with Bill Champlin, Buddy Miles, Etta James, Elvin Bishop, Cold Blood, John Lee Hooker and others! Bring your picnic—no host beverages available to purchase.

Sweetwater, 11am, no cover?: Live Music Brunch with Hot Club of Marin; 3pm, no cover: Misisipi Mike Wolf & the Midnight Gamblers.  388-3850 for tix or info.

Rancho Nicasio, 4pm, $22-25: Butch Whacks and the Glass Packs -- BBQ on the Lawn.

Seahorse Supper Club, 4-10 PM, $10--(free class from 4-5): Candela SALSA.   CREDIT CARDS now accepted & ATM on site.   331-2899

The Tavern at Lark Creek Biergarten, 234 Magnolia, 2-4pm, no cover:  Audrey Moira Shimkas and Jef Labes – Pop-Rock, nu-Jazz

Graffiti101 2nd St., Petaluma, 2-5pm, no cover: Tracy Rose Trio Jazz

Monday, July 23  
Seahorse Supper Club,   Local Talent331-2899 

Sausalito Cruising Club, 7-11pm, $15 buffet for Guests, $5 for Players:  Blue Monday Jam hosted by Joe Tate. This is a private club, you must be Member or Guest. To get on Guest List, RSVP Joe at joetate@gmail.com or 385-1606.

Vasco, Mill Valley, 8-10:30pm, no cover:  The Treble Makers with Freeway Frank Bohan, Ted O'Connell & Special Guests.  This is an ongoing weekly gig.

Tuesday, July 24
Panama Hotel, 7-10pm, no cover:  James Moseley Jazz Quartet.  457-3993 for reservations

Seahorse Supper Club, 7:30-10:30?, no cover:  Noel Jewkes Jazz with Special Guests.  CREDIT CARDS now accepted & ATM on site.   331-2899

Novato Farmers Market: 4-8pm on Grant Ave. through September.

Mark your calendars:   
July 28 (Sat.) George’s:  PETTY THEFT
July 28- Aug. 4 (Sat. nites) Osher Marin JCC Summer Nights Outdoor Music Festival, with Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys (7/28), and  Orquesta La Moderna Tradicion (8/4).
Aug. 4 (Sat.) Sweetwater, $15:  Rudy Colombini Band & Unauthorized Rolling Stones celebrate Stones’ 50th Anniversary!
Aug. 4 (Sat.) Presidio YCThe Tickets Band!
Aug. 4 (Sat.) SeahorseJames Moseley Dance Band!
Aug. 9 (Thurs.) George’sArrival from Sweden—Music of ABBA
Please forward my link to interested friends. 

With Gratitude, and Smiles--
Ellen ♫♪

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