MUSIC is
REDEMPTION! ♫♪♪
And there’s
lots of both available.
What’s
The monthly Ray Simpson Big Band Dance in
Corte Madera last Wednesday—and one of the best turnouts we’ve had in
awhile (as far as fun dancers).
Thursday a docent talk at
Corte Madera Library for the Costume exhibit at Legion of Honor with
Laura Mae.
The Friday Night Jam at Bandworks/
Sunnbolt – began and ended too early, but they will adjust and get it right next month. Some of my favorite folks showed up!
Continued on to Hopmonk for Sambada –
incredible musicians, world-class sounds and dancing girls -- all the Zumba
dancers had a chance to show off their stuff.
Saturday a rehearsal with the
MARIN SYMPHONY Orchestra; a wedding party celebration (congrats John
& Zoe!); and an exhilarating Zodiac celebration dance party with DJ
Richard Habib and dancers at the Sausalito Seahorse!
Sunday: a final rehearsal, then my performance with the Marin Symphony
Orchestra & Chorus!
Monday The Wrecking Crew
film at Smith Rafael Theatre. You have
another week to catch this witty and nostalgic documentary.
Tuesday evening another Marin
Symphony Orchestra & Chorus performance, and Wrap Party at Gaspari’s to
congratulate ourselves!
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| After-Symphony Party at Gaspari's Friends Marty, Nikki, Angela & Art |
To come:
Friday night it’s either MOJO RISING at Twin Oaks,
or Soul Jah Family Band at Hopmonk – or maybe both? More good music at Seahorse for Jimmy
Presta & the All Stars; and at Fenix a couple tribute bands Van
Animals and Cosmo’s Factory.
Saturday the big party is at Fenix with The UNAUTHORIZED ROLLING STONES! There’s also Tommy Castro & The
Painkillers out at Rancho; Lumanation at Peri’s; Soul
Section at Twin Oaks … and a whole lot more goin’ on.
Plenty of fun available, so find something to
tickle your fancy ♫♪♪♫
Wednesday, Apr. 15 – The Tax Man Cometh! Happy Birthday, Tommy
Castro!
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, doors 6, show 7-11:30pm, no cover: Open
Mic Nite hosted by Dennis Haneda. Includes
a featured act (this week X’s for Eyes –). Note: For this Event, Bar staff is happy to take your
food order from the “Venue Menu”.
415-892-6200
reservations & info.
Mayflower Pub, 4th St.
San Rafael, 6:30-8:30pm, no cover: The Chime Travelers – 60s & 70s rock unique guitar duo, Rick & Jay.
Fenix Music & Supper Club,
San Rafael, 8-11pm, $10, $5 seniors & students: Fenix Band Pro Blues Jam: James
Brown tribute with Derek Evans –. Local talent & special guests invited to
join during 2nd set: Click on Fenix website for details on
signing up. 415-813-5600 reservations
& info.
Smith Rafael Film Center, 6:30 & 8:45pm, $7-11: The Wrecking Crew documentary film
about studio musicians behind biggest hits of 60s & 70s; produced/ directed
by Danny Tedesco. Nick
Fitch RIP raved about this film! Extended
again: through now thru Apr. 22 (but only 1:15 & 6:15pm showings).
Iron Springs Pub, Fairfax, 8pm, no cover: The
Machiavelvets – All-original,
high-energy instrumental funk/jazz/rock.
415-485-1005 for info & reservations.
Panama Hotel,
7-10pm, no cover: The Dorian Mode – vintage
jazz & blues. 415-457-3993
for reservations & info.
Brown’s Binyerd, 1st
St., Novato, 9pm, no cover: Karaoke
with DJ Hewy Dawg –
aka George=FUN! [here weekly]
Sweetwater, doors 7, show 8pm, $37-42 SOLD
OUT: Jackie Greene Plugged In & Turned Up (Full Band) — Americana/
Dead covers. 415-388-3850 for info.
Thursday, April 16 – Happy Birthday, Cynthia Ann!
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, doors 7, show 7:30pm, $8 SRO:
33-1/3 Mile Showcase (every 1st
& 3rd Thurs.) this week headlining Miles Ahead Group (9:30pm)— tribute to Miles Davis’s
funky, psychedelic work; + James Harman Band (8:30pm) – jazz,
bluesy standards, fusion; + opening with Stacks (7:30pm) – post-bop
jazz quartet led by Sanford Barnett.
[Note: Meals
are not served in the Session Room, so reserve a table in the Tavern or Beer
Garden before the show.] 415-892-6200 reservations & info.
Presidio Y.C. Maria’s Music: 7-10pm, $5: Uncle
Jimmy (Presta), Ray Ray (Denham) and the All Stars – old-time rock & roll, blues,
rockabilly. Grill open 5-7pm, pizza available all
night. Credit cards accepted, but tips
are cash only, and no ATM around. Call Maria for info: 415-601-3333.
Fenix Music & Supper Club, San Rafael, 6-8pm, $5 Wine Tasting
(recurring event). Includes complimentary Fenix wine glass.
8pm,
$10: The
Department of Rock – “defending your
right to party” rock & roll. 415-813-5600 reservations
& info.
Peri’s Bar, Fairfax,
9pm, no cover: Burnsy’s Sugar Shack – blues, soul, Motown, with Cathleen Riddley, Dave Burns, and more. (every
1st & 3rd Thursday)
9pm, no cover: The
Gravel Spreaders – Hi Card Drifters: “twang instrumentals of hair-metal
covers”. Info 415-459-1091.
Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Hwy., Penngrove,
8-11pm, no cover: Levi Lloyd & Friends – Levi’s Workshop Blues Jam, with
Special Guests. Tavern info: 707-795-5118.
Rossi’s 1906 BBQ & Dance Hall,
El Verano (Sonoma) (formerly Little Switzerland), 8-11pm, no cover: The
Blues Defenders – blues, soul and groove jam with Donny Mederos, Bruce
Gordon, Jeff Piche, Matt Silva, Mike Rippee and Guests. (Every Thursday) Info
707-343-0044.
Downtown San Rafael Farmers
Market, 4th St., 6-9pm, free: Mark Hester Power (corner of 4th & A @ Starbucks) –
karaoke man sings, rollerskates for your enjoyment. Also music on 4th at Court &
Lootens, but they do not list entertainment on their website.
Sweetwater, Café open for Brunch until 3pm; then CLOSED for PRIVATE EVENT. 415-388-3850
for tix or info.
Panama Hotel,
7-10pm, no cover: Deborah Winters – contemporary & soulful jazz. 415-457-3993
for reservations & info.
Ghiringhelli's Novato, 9pm-midnite, no cover: Karaoke with DJ Rich Rogers. 415-878-4977 info & reservations.
Friday, Apr. 17
Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Hwy., Penngrove,
8-11pm, no cover: MOJO RISING – Teal Collins & Josh Zee of The Mothertruckers, Denise Martin,
Pete Franco: Blues Powerhouse! Tavern
info: 707-795-5118.
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, doors 8, show 9pm, $15-20:
Soul Jah Family Band – classic reggae with Amber
Morris, April Grisman, Monroe Grisman, Tal Morris, John Varn, Ryann Morris,
more. SRO with Limited
Seating. [Note: Meals are not served in the Session Room, so
reserve a table in the Tavern or Beer Garden before the show.] 415-892-6200
reservations & info.
Sausalito Seahorse, 7pm, $10: Jimmy
Presta & the All Stars – old-time
rock & roll, blues, rockabilly. 415-331-2899 for reservations.
Fenix Music & Supper Club,
San Rafael, 8pm, $10: The Van Animals — dual tribute to Van Morrison and Eric Burden & The
Animals. Also with Cosmo’s Factory – tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival. 415-813-5600 reservations & info.
The Village Italian
Restaurant (formerly
Cacti), 1200 Grant Ave, Novato, 9pm, no cover: Karaoke
with DJ Hewy Dawg –
aka George=FUN! [here weekly]. Karaoke
contest! $500 first prize. Click here for details & contest entry form, or email ikaraoke.us@gmail.com;
online voting; no professionals please. Different
categories each week. You too can
vote! Here again 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15;
and also 4/28, 5/5, 5/12 at Twin Oaks.
Winners announced 5/29 at The Village. 415-898-2234
for restaurant reservations/ info (not contest).
Smith Rafael Film Center, 6:15pm only, $7-11:
The Wrecking Crew documentary film about studio musicians
behind biggest hits of 60s & 70s; produced/ directed by Danny Tedesco. Nick
Fitch RIP raved about this film! Extended
again: through now thru Apr. 22 (but only 1:15 & 6:15pm showings).
Rickey’s Live Jazz Fireside, 6:30-9:30pm, no cover: SwingSet
– easy-listening swing/ jazz quintet. 415-883-9477
for reservations.
Marin Country Mart,
Larkspur Landing, outdoors, weather permitting 6-9pm, free: Friday
Night Jazz: FivePlay Jazz – with
Special Guest Ron Horton. Info
415-461-5700
Eagles Hall, 2305
Alameda Ave., Alameda, 8:30 lesson, 9pm show, $15: Tom
Rigney & Flambeau – Cajun/ zydeco.
[Fri. 4/24 ZYDECO FLAMES]
Sweetwater, doors 8, show 9, $32-37: Keller
Williams – eclectic, unpredictable.
415-388-3850
for tix or info.
Ghiringhelli's Novato, 9:30pm, no cover: KARAOKE with DJ Rich Rogers. 415-878-4977 info & reservations.
Saturday, Apr. 18 – Happy Birthday, David
O!
Fenix Music & Supper Club,
San Rafael, 8-11pm, $25-27: UNAUTHORIZED ROLLING STONES — fronted by Rudy
Colombini, with Kenny Crampton, Kevin
Russell, Tal Morris, Ronnie Smith, Scott Reams and 3 lady vocalists: Sandy Griffith, Honeyrose, and Pam Hawkins! 415-813-5600 reservations & info.
Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Hwy., Penngrove, 8-11:30pm, no cover: Soul Section – funky rhythm, horns & soul. Tavern info: 707-795-5118.
Peri’s Bar, Fairfax, 9:30pm, $8:
LUMANATION – energetic &
uplifting ska, dub, reggae rock with Bobby
G, Saxy Susan, Tom O’Callaghan, Jen Rund, Jim Talley, Marc & Tim.
Rancho Nicasio, 8:30pm,
$20: Tommy Castro & The Painkillers – funky blues. Help
celebrate Tommy’s birthday! 415-662-2219 for
reservations/info.
19 Broadway, 9pm-2am?,
$10: The Shams – original
Irish rock. Opens with The Pleasure Routine – 6-piece alt?
grunge? Info 415-459-1091.
Marin Coffee Roasters, San Anselmo, 10am-12:30pm (Saturday morning),
free: The
Treble Makers with Freeway Frank Bohan (Zydeco
Flames) guitar, Jeb Harrison bass, Eric Schramm guitar, Kevin Hayes drums, (or Michael Israel or Bowen Brown drums), and Special Guests. Ted
O'Connell is always there in spirit! This
is an ongoing weekly gig.
TREK Winery, 1026 Machin, Novato, Tasting
Room, 7-10pm, no cover?: Janet Lee & The Dan McGee Band –
jazz. 415-899-9883.
Smith Rafael Film Center, 1:15 & 6:15pm, $7-11: The Wrecking Crew documentary film
about studio musicians behind biggest hits of 60s & 70s; produced/ directed
by Danny Tedesco. Nick
Fitch RIP raved about this film! Extended
again: through now thru Apr. 22 (but only 1:15 & 6:15pm showings).
Sausalito Seahorse, 1-4pm, no cover: Medicine
Ball Duo with Stafford &
Sturdevant – swingin’ jazz, R&B, rock, & New Orleans soul [here
most Saturday afternoons].
8pm,
dinner music, then 9pm, $12: Tito y su Son de Cuba – “Havana
Nights”. 415-331-2899 for reservations.
Graffiti, 101 2nd St.,
Petaluma (on the River), 7-10 11?pm, no cover:
The Chime Travelers – unique guitar duo Rick & Jay performing rock songs of 60s
& 70s.
Rickey’s Live Jazz Fireside, 6:30-9:30pm, no cover: Gaea
Schell – swing from pianist,
composer, vocalist. 415-883-9477 for
reservations.
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, [Session Room Closed for PRIVATE EVENT, but tavern &
restaurant open.] 415-892-6200 reservations & info. To book Session
Room for your Private Event, contact kim@hopmonk.com.
Sweetwater, doors 8, show 9, $25-29: Sean
Hayes – Americana country soul. Opens
with Genevieve -- 415-388-3850 for tix or info.
.
Ghiringhelli's Novato, 9:30pm, no cover: KARAOKE with DJ Rich Rogers. 415-878-4977 info & reservations.
San Rafael Joe’s, 7-9:30pm,
no cover: Phillip Percy Pack –
jazz standards, R&B, soul from Beach Blanket Babylon alum, here with his Trio every Saturday night.
Sunday, Apr. 19
Fenix Music & Supper Club, San Rafael, 11:30am-1:30pm, no
cover: Americano Social Club — mandolin & guitar with pop, jazz, folk,
rock, classical, Brazilian … “la dolce vita”.
6:30-9pm,
$10: Charity Goodin & Del Sol – bossa, samba, Latin jazz, with Doug Morton keys, Rob Fordyce bass, Brad
McKeague drums. 415-813-5600 reservations & info.
142 Throckmorton,
Mill Valley, 7:30pm, $20-35: Original Ancient Future Reunion Concert
– pioneering world fusion music, formed in 1978 by students of Ali Akbar
College of Music. Perhaps they will show
the long-lost (but unearthed by Jonah
Nickolds and Mariposa de Los Angeles of Marin Artists International) 1978
video of the group, shot at College of Marin. 415-383-9600.
19 Broadway, 4-7pm, no cover: Erika Alstrom with Dale Alstrom’s Jazz Society – classic swing & jazz standards.
Rancho Nicasio, 6pm, $15: Johnny Allair – rock & roll
dance party & Birthday Celebration. 415-662-2219 for reservations/info.
Smith Rafael Film Center, 1:15pm only, $7-8.25:
The Wrecking Crew documentary film about studio musicians behind
biggest hits of 60s & 70s; produced/ directed by Danny Tedesco. Nick Fitch RIP raved about this
film! Extended again: through now
thru Apr. 22 (but only 1:15 & 6:15pm showings).
Marin Country Mart
(Larkspur Landing), 12:30-2:30pm, no cover:
Folkish Festival – Arann Harris
& The Farm Band – Americana, soul, old-time blues. Also 11am-3pm Off The Grid -- Food trucks. Info 415-461-5700.
Panama Hotel,
6-9pm, no cover: The Gaters – standards,
blues, country & Hawaiian from Joe
Tate, Maggie Catfish. 415-457-3993
for reservations & info.
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, [Nothing on calendar for Session Room, but tavern &
restaurant open]. 415-892-6200 reservations & info.
Rossi’s 1906 BBQ & Dance Hall,
401 Grove St., El Verano (Sonoma) (formerly Little Switzerland), 5-8pm, no
cover: Tri Tip Trio – Cajun/ Zydeco/ blues/ hot dance music with Lloyd Meadows, Bruce Gordon, and Tyler Eng. Info 707-343-0044.
Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Hwy., Penngrove, 5-8pm,
no cover: Jimmy Smith Band – Blues & BBQ.
Tavern info: 707-795-5118.
Sweetwater, doors 7, show 8pm, $15-17: Warrior
King – Jamaican Rasta reggae 420 celebration. 415-388-3850 for tix or info.
Monday, Apr. 20 – Happy Birthday, Teal! Happy Birthday, Chelsea!
Sausalito Cruising Club, 7-10:30pm, $5 members & jammers; $10 guests; $13
buffet dinner: Blue Monday Jam hosted by Joe
Tate & The Blue Monday Band with
Guest Jammers. This is a private club; you must be a member or a Guest. To get on
Guest list, please email joebtate@gmail.com or call him 415-385-1606.
Smith Rafael Film Center, [not showing today] $7-11: The Wrecking Crew documentary film
about studio musicians behind biggest hits of 60s & 70s; produced/ directed
by Danny Tedesco. Nick
Fitch RIP raved about this film! Extended
again: through now thru Apr. 22 (but only 1:15 & 6:15pm showings).
Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Hwy., Penngrove,
8-11pm, no cover: The Blues Defenders – Pro-jam Blues. Tavern
info: 707-795-5118.
Peri’s Bar, Fairfax,
8:30pm, no cover: Open Mic with Billy D.
Sweetwater, doors 7,
show 8pm, no cover: IrieFuse – Marin reggae band CD Release Party, 420
Celebration. Also with Ridegway SpaceStation – reggae. 415- 388-3850 for info.
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, [Nothing on calendar for Session Room, but tavern &
restaurant open. 415-892-6200 reservations & info.
Tuesday, Apr. 21 – Happy
Birthday, Dennis H! Happy Birthday, Peter S!
Panama Hotel,
7-10pm, no cover: Swing Fever – Let’s
Misbehave: songs & music of Cole Porter. 415-457-3993 for reservations & info.
Mill Valley Community
Center,
7:30-9:30pm, $8: Starduster Orchestra
– Big Band Swing music from 40s & 50s up to today, with vocalists Noah Griffin & Chuck Campagnet –
tribute to Frank Sinatra & Sammy Davis Jr.. Light refreshments served. Info 415-383-1370.
Fenix Music & Supper Club,
919 Fourth St., San Rafael, 8pm, $10 ($5 seniors, students): Singer
Songwriter Series: and Open Mic,
hosted by Billy D; click on Fenix
website for details on signing up. 415-813-5600
reservations & info.
Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Hwy., Penngrove, 8pm-12,
no cover: Karaoke with DJ Hewy Dawg + Game Night: free pool, ping pong, darts, cornhole. Karaoke
contest! $500 first prize. Click here for details & contest entry form, or
email ikaraoke.us@gmail.com; online
voting; no professionals please. Different
categories each week. You too can
vote! Here again 4/28, 5/5, 5/12; and
also at The Village Italian in Novato 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15. Winners announced 5/29 at The Village. Tavern
info only (not contest): 707-795-5118.
Smith Rafael Film Center, 6:15pm only, $7-11:
The Wrecking Crew documentary film about studio musicians
behind biggest hits of 60s & 70s; produced/ directed by Danny Tedesco. Nick
Fitch RIP raved about this film! Extended
again: through now thru Apr. 22 (but only 1:15 & 6:15pm showings).
Peri’s Bar, Fairfax, 9pm, no cover: Tommy
Odetto & Tim Baker — rock it every Tuesday; jam with special guests.
Sausalito Seahorse, 7pm, no cover: Noel Jewkes & Friends – jazz [every Tuesday]. 415-331-2899 for reservations.
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, [Nothing on calendar for Session Room, but tavern &
restaurant open]. 415-892-6200 reservations & info.
Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo (at
Gilman), Berkeley, 8pm dance lesson with Diana Castillo, 8:30 music, $12: Mitch
Polzak —honky-tonk/ Cajun/ rockabilly. [4/28 Tom Rigney & Flambeau]
Wednesday, Apr. 22 -- Earth Day! Happy
Birthday, Kate RM!
Hopmonk Novato,
Vintage Oaks, doors 6, show 7-11:30pm, no cover: Open
Mic Nite hosted by Dennis Haneda. Includes
a featured act (this week Pierce-O-Phonics
–). Note: For this Event, Bar staff is happy to
take your food order from the “Venue
Menu”. 415-892-6200 reservations & info.
Iron Springs Pub, Fairfax, 8pm, no cover: Kurt Huget &
Friends – Americana. 415-485-1005 for info & reservations.
Fenix Music & Supper Club,
San Rafael, 8-11pm, $10, $5 seniors & students **(no cover for
Ladies tonight! -- every 4th Wed.): Fenix Band Pro Blues Jam: Earthy
Blues –. Local talent & special
guests invited to join during 2nd set: Click on Fenix website
for details on signing up. 415-813-5600
reservations & info.
19 Broadway, 9pm, no cover: Tam Valley All Stars – blues, jazz
& funk with Lex Razon, Heath Haberlin, Liberty Ellman & Special Guests. Info 415-459-1091.
Smith Rafael Film Center, 6:15pm only, $7-11:
The Wrecking Crew documentary film about studio musicians
behind biggest hits of 60s & 70s; produced/ directed by Danny Tedesco. Nick
Fitch RIP raved about this film! Extended
again: through Apr. 22 TODAY LAST CHANCE.
Sweetwater, doors 7, show 8pm, $12-14: David
Luning — Americana, alt-country, folk, rock, blues. Also with Victoria George, and Elliot
Randall & The Deadmen. 415-388-3850 for info.
Panama Hotel,
7-10pm, no cover: Brian Byrnes – jazz vocalist,
harmonica, guitar. 415-457-3993
for reservations & info.
Brown’s Binyerd, 1st
St., Novato, 9pm, no cover: Karaoke
with DJ Hewy Dawg –
aka George=FUN! [here weekly]
Twin Oaks Tavern, 5745 Old Redwood Hwy., Penngrove,
7-10pm, no cover: Take Jack – ?. Fried Chicken Dinner $12. Tavern
info: 707-795-5118.
Sometimes there are changes to what's already listed, so check
back again if you like before or during the weekend.
OTHER “LOCAL” VENUES, with website links:
Terrapin Crossroads, San Rafael
142 Throckmorton Theatre, Mill Valley
Studio 55 Marin, 1455A Francisco Blvd. East, San Rafael
Finnegan’s, Novato
Smiley’s Saloon, Bolinas
Harmonia, Sausalito
Zodiacs, 256 Petaluma Blvd. North
Mystic Theatre, Petaluma
Aqus Café, 189 H St., Petaluma
The Big Easy, Petaluma
Empress Theatre, Vallejo
Rossi’s 1906 BBQ & Dance Hall, 401 Grove St., El Verano (Sonoma--formerly Little Switzerland)
Monroe Hall, Santa Rosa
Mark Your Calendars:
Apr. 21 (Tues.) Mill
Valley Community Center: Starduster
Orchestra with Rat Pack tribute
Apr. 23 (Thurs.)
Fenix: Buck Nickels & Loose Change
with Windshield Cowboys
Apr. 24 (Fri.) 19
Broadway: [Fenton Coolfoot and] The
Right Time opens for La Gente
Apr. 24 (Fri.)
Peri’s: The Grain with Pete Delaney
Apr. 24 (Fri.) Eagles,
Alameda: ZYDECO FLAMES
Apr. 25 (Sat.) Bon Air
S.C.: Marin Open Studios Gala
Apr. 25 (Sat.)
Fenix: Aja Vu and Stealin’ Chicago
(Steely Dan & Chicago)
Apr. 25 (Sat.)
Sweetwater: House of Floyd
Apr. 25 (Sat.)
Ashkenaz: ZYDECO FLAMES
Apr. 30 (Thurs.)
Fenix: Tom Rhodes
May 1 (Fri.)
Hopmonk: REVOLVER
May 1 (Fri.) Presidio
Y.C.: Lumanation
May 2 (Sat.)
Seahorse: JAMES MOSELEY DANCE BAND
May 2 (Sat.) Downtown
San Rafael: May Madness Car Show & Parade w/
Revolver, Fenix House Band; Lou Diamond Fillups
With Gratitude, and
Smiles--
Ellen Jane ♫♪
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