Yes, I have some catching up to do. Sorry for the delayed Roots Review - and, that I'm combining 41 and 42 - but it gets that way sometime.
With juggling the American Roots Live Shows and all that goes with it, my duties for Elmore Magazine and arranging the Blaze Benefit for Harry Okie, I've been running in wet sand.
I hope you can join us Sunday, January 28 for the American Roots Live All-Stars Blaze Benefit Concert for Harry Okie starting at 1pm and running 'til midnight. Doors open 12N at The Rail.
15 ecclectic All Star acts will perform in an all-day benefit concert to raise money for Harry Zierdt and his kids who lost everything when their home burned down just before Christmas 'o6. Asking for a $10 donation at the door, we will graciously accept whatever you can afford, and will gladly accept any donations above $10. You can read Harry's story here and Up Stage Magazine's story about the benefit here. Complete line-up of acts here
It has been my pleasure and honor to host the American Roots Live shows each week and am so appreciative of our stead-fast, headlining co-hosts John Powers and Billy K. And it's so satisfying to be surrounded by the many talented musicians who have stepped onto our stage to tear us all a new one.
Recognition goes to Powers and K and all the particpating musicians at ARL 41 and 42: Johnny Charles, JR Bradfield, Mimi Nowak, Ed Pampani, Kieth McGonagle, Robert Zee, Bob Del Rosso, Randy Marinelli, Bob Giglio, Tommy Fuller, Walter Foot, Eric Plotkin, Bob Malevenda, Joe Braverman, Bones Sanford, Whiskey Tango, Len Depiano, Carlo, Mike Carrol, ATypical Situation, Bad Monkeys, Chip Bush, Ed Moore, Jimi Hendrix's Anthem, Frank, Doc Z, Leo, Frank Tapler, Steve, Wes, Mike, Bob, Laurie Razz, Kieth Pagan Sr. and Kieth Pagan Jr., Matt Roman, Don Howland, The Bluetone's Aaron, Michael Lopresti, Pocono Players, Mr. Deno, Nick T and Ross, especially for the Anthem.
Please Note: the current scheduling for American Roots Live Shows; every Thursday 9pm at the Rail in Bound Brook, NJ, and starting Sunday 7pm, February 11 and every Sunday there-after - just two weeks after the benefit concert - ARL will be one big show on two great nights. ARL and the Bluetone Cafe will be taking a winter hiatus and will look at a re-start date in the future. All ARL shows at the Bluetone have been postponed until notice.
Thanks to Joe Karam, Mike and Lynn Ruane, Byron, Evan Coniglio, Win, Elmore Magazine and Suzanne Cadgene and everyone else for their interest and support.
See you at the benefit.
Keeping it real,
Ned
A PLEASANT SYMMETRY
A PLEASANT SYMMETRY
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Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Roots Review 40 BY NASTY NED
Do you want to know what really makes an American Roots Live open mic show so special? It's the high caliber abilities of the musicians on stage, their lack of ego, their respect for each other, their willingness to accomodate and help each other for the sake of the show. And it's their professionalism and certain dedication to a cause.
Saving American Roots Music Live!
John Powers in New Jersey and Billy K, Chip Bush and Ed Moore in Pennsylvania get the job done week after week because of their dedication and because they love doing it and because they want to save the music.
We save the soundtrack of our culture by celebrating it each week and by bringing it to young people. Inviting young people on stage to play with the pros is an experience they'll never forget. And each young one more than holds their own each week. It's exciting to see them lighting it up and getting a feel for the stage. All of them, nine years old, 14 years old or 17 years old are wonderful.
This week American Roots Live 40 welcomed Sarah MacCombie, a talenetd 19 year old bass player whose interests are playing and listening to jazz and blues. She kept it in the pocket for guitarist Bobby Malavenda with Ed Pampani on drums. Sarah, by the way is Bobby's student at Manville Music.
What was cool was seeing Johnny Charles stay on stage for two songs with the youngster after his own incredible set with JR Bradfield to show his special interest.
I'm so proud of all of the musicians who step onto our stage each week.
Audiences at American Roots Live 40 at the Bluetone Cafe in Easton, PA and the Rail in Bound Brook, NJ were treated to performances by a red-hot Johnny Charles in both venues, Sonny Young, Arlene Schar, Vern Mobley, Doc Z, Joe Matthews, Michael Lopresti. Bones Sandford in both venues, Laurie Vosburg, Nick T, Keith Pagam Jr., Evan Wismer Jr., Goerge Kokokous and the fabulous Rob Fraser on bass from Mike Dugan and Blues Mission. Also thanks to Don Mickel.
There was John Powers, Pampani, a smokin' Jimmy Somma, Gary Amarossa, Screamin' Mimi Nowak, stump pickin' Bradfield who also played bass for who ever requested him, Bob DelRosso, young Sarah, Randy Marinelli, Carlo, Gavin Lawrence, Malavenda and that steady poppin' south-paw, Walter Foot. Also thanks to Rotten Robert and Dave Becker.
There really is no show like American Roots Live anywhere.
And fortunately, for all who come to American Roots Live, the food is absolutely great, and affordable - at both showplaces.
The Bluetone Cafe in Easton serves up great hot and cold platters prepared by Aaron - and the best dang southern fried chicken 'round these parts. Order up some sweet potato fries and homemade cheese macaroni and you got yourself a delicious meal with plenty of jing left in your pocket.
The Rail in Bound Brook offers a great new menu including juicy burgers, pub fries, salds, wing specials and a DAILY 16 oz. Steak Special for $9.99 with seasoned red potatoes and fresh vegetables served up by Matt. It's down right delicious and you get your monies worth and more - and that can't be beat.
Bring more than just your love of music to American Roots Live. There's good eatin' to be had at every show. And always come early to enjoy your meal and get a great seat.
My grateful appreciation goes out to the folks who go the extra mile for our cause: Elliott "Win" Newcomb, Elmore Magazine publisher Suzanne Cadgene, LouMarc Signs, Computown Technologies, Evan Coniglio, BJ, the sponsors, supporters and volunteers.
And I also appreciate you.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Saving American Roots Music Live!
John Powers in New Jersey and Billy K, Chip Bush and Ed Moore in Pennsylvania get the job done week after week because of their dedication and because they love doing it and because they want to save the music.
We save the soundtrack of our culture by celebrating it each week and by bringing it to young people. Inviting young people on stage to play with the pros is an experience they'll never forget. And each young one more than holds their own each week. It's exciting to see them lighting it up and getting a feel for the stage. All of them, nine years old, 14 years old or 17 years old are wonderful.
This week American Roots Live 40 welcomed Sarah MacCombie, a talenetd 19 year old bass player whose interests are playing and listening to jazz and blues. She kept it in the pocket for guitarist Bobby Malavenda with Ed Pampani on drums. Sarah, by the way is Bobby's student at Manville Music.
What was cool was seeing Johnny Charles stay on stage for two songs with the youngster after his own incredible set with JR Bradfield to show his special interest.
I'm so proud of all of the musicians who step onto our stage each week.
Audiences at American Roots Live 40 at the Bluetone Cafe in Easton, PA and the Rail in Bound Brook, NJ were treated to performances by a red-hot Johnny Charles in both venues, Sonny Young, Arlene Schar, Vern Mobley, Doc Z, Joe Matthews, Michael Lopresti. Bones Sandford in both venues, Laurie Vosburg, Nick T, Keith Pagam Jr., Evan Wismer Jr., Goerge Kokokous and the fabulous Rob Fraser on bass from Mike Dugan and Blues Mission. Also thanks to Don Mickel.
There was John Powers, Pampani, a smokin' Jimmy Somma, Gary Amarossa, Screamin' Mimi Nowak, stump pickin' Bradfield who also played bass for who ever requested him, Bob DelRosso, young Sarah, Randy Marinelli, Carlo, Gavin Lawrence, Malavenda and that steady poppin' south-paw, Walter Foot. Also thanks to Rotten Robert and Dave Becker.
There really is no show like American Roots Live anywhere.
And fortunately, for all who come to American Roots Live, the food is absolutely great, and affordable - at both showplaces.
The Bluetone Cafe in Easton serves up great hot and cold platters prepared by Aaron - and the best dang southern fried chicken 'round these parts. Order up some sweet potato fries and homemade cheese macaroni and you got yourself a delicious meal with plenty of jing left in your pocket.
The Rail in Bound Brook offers a great new menu including juicy burgers, pub fries, salds, wing specials and a DAILY 16 oz. Steak Special for $9.99 with seasoned red potatoes and fresh vegetables served up by Matt. It's down right delicious and you get your monies worth and more - and that can't be beat.
Bring more than just your love of music to American Roots Live. There's good eatin' to be had at every show. And always come early to enjoy your meal and get a great seat.
My grateful appreciation goes out to the folks who go the extra mile for our cause: Elliott "Win" Newcomb, Elmore Magazine publisher Suzanne Cadgene, LouMarc Signs, Computown Technologies, Evan Coniglio, BJ, the sponsors, supporters and volunteers.
And I also appreciate you.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Roots Review 39
The kids are alright!
Last Thursday's American Roots Live was the epitome of what our movement is all about... the kids. In a packed Bluetone Cafe full of musician's and fans of all ages American Roots music was the focus from blues to country to rock to free style jam.
Billy & K the Pocono Players laid down a solid set of roots based classic rock then backed Carl Van Camp who tore through some Elvis, Johnny Cash and George Jones (pic). Fans young and old soaked in the sweet sounds of yesterday.
Billy K was joined on stage by his 14 year old son Dolan Kutzman on Drums and 17 year old friend Tim Beery on Bass. Nick T on guitar and vocals played with nine year old Brent Meyers who took center stage this week playing his own strat in front of Ed Moore on drums and Chip Bush playing bass.
Nancy Colletti aired out her amazing voice while her children listened and 21 year old Michael Lopresti rocked electric with Matt Roman. Roman then free styled quite interestingly with Billy K - deep.
Other stand outs were Clay Reilly on trumpet. Kevin Tracy , keys, Jaimo Flynn on drums, Joe Matthews, bass Brian Becklin, guitar Sonny Young, guitar & vocals, some guy named Ned blowin' harp and with Arlene Schar in the house, many others.
Thanks to Elmore Magazine and publisher Suzanne Cadgene for their continued support of the effort, the Bluetone's Joe Karam, Doug, Aaron, Katelyn and Christine and thanks to all the parents for recognizing that American Roots Live Shows are a good place to bring the kids to grab a piece of history and expand a mind. For learning to play their instruments better on stage - which is an ultimate form of artistic expression - builds confidence in young people.
We all had fun. We're all proud.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Last Thursday's American Roots Live was the epitome of what our movement is all about... the kids. In a packed Bluetone Cafe full of musician's and fans of all ages American Roots music was the focus from blues to country to rock to free style jam.
Billy & K the Pocono Players laid down a solid set of roots based classic rock then backed Carl Van Camp who tore through some Elvis, Johnny Cash and George Jones (pic). Fans young and old soaked in the sweet sounds of yesterday.
Billy K was joined on stage by his 14 year old son Dolan Kutzman on Drums and 17 year old friend Tim Beery on Bass. Nick T on guitar and vocals played with nine year old Brent Meyers who took center stage this week playing his own strat in front of Ed Moore on drums and Chip Bush playing bass.
Nancy Colletti aired out her amazing voice while her children listened and 21 year old Michael Lopresti rocked electric with Matt Roman. Roman then free styled quite interestingly with Billy K - deep.
Other stand outs were Clay Reilly on trumpet. Kevin Tracy , keys, Jaimo Flynn on drums, Joe Matthews, bass Brian Becklin, guitar Sonny Young, guitar & vocals, some guy named Ned blowin' harp and with Arlene Schar in the house, many others.
Thanks to Elmore Magazine and publisher Suzanne Cadgene for their continued support of the effort, the Bluetone's Joe Karam, Doug, Aaron, Katelyn and Christine and thanks to all the parents for recognizing that American Roots Live Shows are a good place to bring the kids to grab a piece of history and expand a mind. For learning to play their instruments better on stage - which is an ultimate form of artistic expression - builds confidence in young people.
We all had fun. We're all proud.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Roots Review 37 & 38
Roots Review 37 & 38
The Bluetone Cafe in Easton, PA and the Rail in Bound Brook, NJ have had a lot of incredible musicians grace the two stages since we've started American Roots Live.Our taleneted and accomodating co-hosts John Powers in New Jersey and Billy K in Rennsylvania, make American Roots Live the place to be every Thursday and Sunday nights where the roots rock like no place else.Our celebration of 20th century American roots music continues to draw new musicians and fans alike.
Parents are learning that ARL is a great place to introduce their kids to the music and for this we are pleased.Last Thusday at the Bluetone we had nine year old Brent Myers on stage playing Billy K's stratocaster along side Nick T with Ed Moore on Drums and Chip Bush on bass. The kid was good and had us all satisfied that this is in fact what ARL is all about - bringing it to the kids.Both venues have become destination rooms for musicians of all ages and all talent levels from amature to pro. We've been fortunate enough to jam with Brian Becklin, Doc Z, Johanna, Michael Lopresti, Jim Ruffi, John Kasper, Bernie Brauswetter, Vern Mobley, Kieth McGonagal, Johnny Charles, Kim Bierny, Robert Zee, JR Bradfield, Len DePiano, Mimi Nowak, Bob Del Rosso, Jaimo Flynn, Bones Sanford, Lorrie Millheim, Alan G, WDIY's Stew Brodian, Keith Pagam Sr., and Keith Pagam Jr., Craig Thatcher and more.We thank all the musicians who participate - all fans who come out to support the cause and our venue owners and managaement.
We thank our volunteers and photographers and hope to see you all again soon.Keep in mind that Christmas Eve and New Years Eve have pre-empted the Sunday shows at the Rail but we will be back in full swing in Bound Brook starting again on January 7th. In the meantime the Bluetone has not missed a beat all Thursday shows have, and will go on through the holidays.Here's wishing everyone a joyous hoiliday season and we look forward to seeing you again soon.Keeping it real,Ned
The Bluetone Cafe in Easton, PA and the Rail in Bound Brook, NJ have had a lot of incredible musicians grace the two stages since we've started American Roots Live.Our taleneted and accomodating co-hosts John Powers in New Jersey and Billy K in Rennsylvania, make American Roots Live the place to be every Thursday and Sunday nights where the roots rock like no place else.Our celebration of 20th century American roots music continues to draw new musicians and fans alike.
Parents are learning that ARL is a great place to introduce their kids to the music and for this we are pleased.Last Thusday at the Bluetone we had nine year old Brent Myers on stage playing Billy K's stratocaster along side Nick T with Ed Moore on Drums and Chip Bush on bass. The kid was good and had us all satisfied that this is in fact what ARL is all about - bringing it to the kids.Both venues have become destination rooms for musicians of all ages and all talent levels from amature to pro. We've been fortunate enough to jam with Brian Becklin, Doc Z, Johanna, Michael Lopresti, Jim Ruffi, John Kasper, Bernie Brauswetter, Vern Mobley, Kieth McGonagal, Johnny Charles, Kim Bierny, Robert Zee, JR Bradfield, Len DePiano, Mimi Nowak, Bob Del Rosso, Jaimo Flynn, Bones Sanford, Lorrie Millheim, Alan G, WDIY's Stew Brodian, Keith Pagam Sr., and Keith Pagam Jr., Craig Thatcher and more.We thank all the musicians who participate - all fans who come out to support the cause and our venue owners and managaement.
We thank our volunteers and photographers and hope to see you all again soon.Keep in mind that Christmas Eve and New Years Eve have pre-empted the Sunday shows at the Rail but we will be back in full swing in Bound Brook starting again on January 7th. In the meantime the Bluetone has not missed a beat all Thursday shows have, and will go on through the holidays.Here's wishing everyone a joyous hoiliday season and we look forward to seeing you again soon.Keeping it real,Ned
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Roots Review 36 by Nasty Ned
American Roots Live 36 was tons of fun - both at the Bluetone Cafe in Easton, PA on Thursday night and our re-opening at The Rail in Bound Brook, NJ on Sunday night.
I would like to thank our ARL headlining co hosts, John Powers (left) and Billy K (right) for their undying dedication to our cause - and for all their hard work.
I would like to thank our ARL headlining co hosts, John Powers (left) and Billy K (right) for their undying dedication to our cause - and for all their hard work.
I feel a need today to post our mission statement, so please read it and then check-out the American Roots Live 36 performers line up below. Thanks to all who participated in both venues. You were awesome and we hope to see and hear you again soon.
American Roots Live Mission Statement:
American Roots Live is a movement whose purpose is to promote and preserve the heartbeat of a culture - American roots music - Blues, Jazz, Rock, Country, Rock & Roll, Bluegrass, R&B, Soul, Gospel and all other hybrid rhythms and rhymes in-between.
This music, of a time period running roughly from the 1890's through the mid 1970's, makes up the genre our movement recognizes as American roots music. American Roots Live's purpose also includes reviving a "live performance scene" open to all who want to listen or play.
We are dedicated to sharing, encouraging and inspiring children and young adults to recognize and appreciate American roots music as the birthplace of today's music by getting involved at any of a growing number of American Roots Live open-mic locations - to play along-side a professional musician or just to come and listen.
The impetus behind the movement is significant as American roots music is no longer played on mainstream radio or showcased by mainstream media, forcing it into a narrowing niche away from mainstream American audiences.
As exampled by music venues originally opened as 'blues" or "roots" rooms now finding other forms of entertainment to pay their bills.
Disturbingly, this has become the norm for many venues around the country.
It is therefore the mission of American Roots Live to promote and preserve our American Roots heritage through live performance and all other media available, including television, radio, print, recorded media, internet and pod-cast so that grandchildren will pass it on to their grandchildren and so forth... and for this vital cause, we ask for your interest and support - musician and fan alike.
Founded in March of 2006, by Nasty Ned, American Roots Live functions as a dedicated volunteer group of regional American Roots Live Ambassadors; Duane Chez / Puerto Rico, John Powers / New Jersey, Honey Boy Dupree / Arizona and Billy K / Pennsylvania, Board members; Elliott Win Newcomb and Johnny Charles, E Team Director; Ed Pampani, Special Projects Manager; Arlene Schar, Audio/Video/Special Projects Producer; Bob Malavenda, Coordinators; JR Bradfield, Robert Zee, Amelia Lange, Len DePiano, Mimi Nowak, Photographers; Win, Ed Pampani, Eddie Ray and Don Shatto with Web Design and Hosting by Computown Technologies.
ARL 36 Roll Call:
John Powers
Josh Gebhardt
Billy K
Chip Bush
Ed Moore
Johnny Charles
The Congregation
Ed Pampani
Robert Zee
Mimi Nowak
Uncle Wayne
JR Bradfield
Bones Sanford
The Bixbys
Michael Lopresti
Nick T
Paul Berger
Jack Powers
Walter Foot
Bobby Malavenda
The Doctor
Nasty Ned
...and this comment was just posted today on Roots Review 33:
"Ned, you do a great job in trying to keep the roots of American music alive. In this day and age people are STARVING for the quality of all styles of song we grew up with and are forever in our DNA. There is a huge void in our current music culture that can only be filled by the American Roots music and legacy. Its great that dedicated musicians such as yourself carry on and when I grow up I want to be just like you!"
J'ai Guru Buck Bixby & Brandi.
ALSO NOTE
American Roots Live 37 with Nasty Ned
...in 2 Great Locations - Easton, PA & Bound Brook, NJ
Every Thursday night at 9 pm - 12/14
at The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
HEADLINERS: Billy K & the Pocono Players and a star studded cast of American Roots All Stars from both sides of the river!
Come to the Bluetone Cafe early for the BEST southern fried chicken, cheese mac and sweet potato fries this side of the Mason-Dixon and get yourself a good seat for the show!
NEW Every Sunday night at 7 pm - 12/17
at The Rail
350 E. Main St.
Bound Brook, NJ
732 742-RAIL
www.therailonmain.com/
http://www.therailonmain.com/
HEADLINERS: John Powers & Friends ...plus a huge star studded cast of your favorite American Roots All Stars including Johnny Charles and, this Sunday, introducing Texas songbird Kim McBierney!
... will you be among them?
Come to the Rail early and enjoy dinner from their delicious new menu and get a great seat for the show!
Don't miss American Roots Live. There is no other show like it anywhere !
Wednesday, December 06, 2006
american roots live Returns to the Rail on Sundays!
American Roots live Returns to the Rail on Sundays!
Nasty Ned Hosts
American Roots Live
Every Sunday 7PM
The Rail
350 East Main Street
Bound Brook, NJ
732-748-RAIL
http://www.therailonmain.com
Then come join the fun @
American Roots Live 36 with Nasty Ned
...still in 2 exciting locations
Every Thursday night at 9 pm
at The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
Nasty Ned Hosts
American Roots Live
Every Sunday 7PM
The Rail
350 East Main Street
Bound Brook, NJ
732-748-RAIL
http://www.therailonmain.com
Then come join the fun @
American Roots Live 36 with Nasty Ned
...still in 2 exciting locations
Every Thursday night at 9 pm
at The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
Tuesday, December 05, 2006
Roots Review 35 by Nasty Ned
American Roots Live 35 at the Bluetone kicked off to the strains of Jimi Hendrix's recording of the national anthem - then took off for the stars.
Hosted by Billy K & the Pocono Players, ARL 35 kissed the sky.
First up was our young friend, solo performer, Michael Lopresti with his wing and a prayer improvisational original songs. Then Carl Van Camp, backed by Billy K, Ed Moore and Chip Bush, brought down the house with his vocal performance of "Folsom Prison Blues", "Little Sister", "It's Now or Never", "Blue Christmas" and then, encouraged by an enthusiastic audience, came back to encore with "Good Hearted Woman."
Chris on harp and Brian from Big Daddy & the Wildcats playing guitar then joined the headliners on stage with Brian commencing to tear things up, leaving Bluetone owner, Joe Karam to comment, "I really like that young guy on guitar."
Indeed, Brian is one hellova guitar slinger.
Then it was Sonny Young's turn to raise the bar with his guitar and vocals. He did so with Arlene Schar on violin, our old friend James Supra on harp and vocals, Chip Bush playing bass and the ever effervescent Jaimo Flynn tappin' the tubs - a truly inspiring performance!
Chris & Dave took the stage and delivered a tasty, dueling guitars performance accompanied by James Supra's superbly soulful harmonica. Also in the mix was our man Vern Mobley wailing on drums with Don playing bass.
Next it was Roman's turn to tear it up with his guitar and vocals and army of players consisting of Keith on guitar, Don on bass and a special guest appearance by Dave Hollingsworth from Todd Wolfe's Band playing drums.
Nick T shined with his guitar on Neil Young's "Down by the River" with Ed Moore and Chip Bush along for the ride and then Billy K & the Pocono Players closed it out just the way they started - with a firey, crowd pleasing performance.
Lots of new faces in the house this night and especially encouraging was all the young people in the room diggin' them roots. Thanks to Carol and Sue who vow to bring their friends to ARL 36, to James Flynn's posse and to Carl Van Camp's entire entourage.
It was a great night for sure and my very special thanks go out to a very special guy and talented musician; one Billy K. Thanks for the report Billy - my only regret is that I was not able to attend ARL 34 at the Bluetone in Easton as I was in NYC at a "must attend" Eagle Rock Entertainment/Elmore Magazine Gala.
But, I really can't complain because I had the distinct honor of jamming with Mark Naftalin
from the original Paul Butterfield Blues Band and Jeff Simon of George Thorogood & the Destroyers, Jake Walker, Collin John and also on the same stage that night; Chaz DePaolo, Roger Earl from Foghat and the legendary Nick Gravanities, another original member of Butterfield's band who actually wrote the song "Born in Chicago".
Oh what a night! I'll look for you all soon and please take note that ARL is no longer at Crossroads in Garwood, but very happy to announce our return to The Rail in Bound Brook, NJ every Sunday night at 7pm starting December 10.
Keeping it real,
Ned
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Friday
Roots Review 34
My last week in Arizona ended on a high note when HoneyBoy Dupree and I joined Paris James, Mikel Lander, Jack Straw, Arizona Blues Hall of Famer, Hans Olsen and others at the Robert Johnson Blues Foundation Benefit Concert at the Rhythm Room in Phoenix, hosted by Paris.
A great time was had by all who packed the room on a Sunday night to hear great roots music from some of Arizona's hottest performers and one snowbird.
Earlier in the week - Wednesday, night before Thanksgiving - Dupree and I celebrated American Roots Live 34 with some awesome musicians at hot-spot, Bobby C's Jazz Lounge and Grille downtown in the shadow of the Arizona Diamondback's baseball stadium.
I blew some harp, but man there were some great pro performances by Paris James (pic) playing guitar and singing his heart out, Dupree on bass, Adam Clark; drums, the renowned Raul Yanez on Hammond B3 organ and piano. Raul Yanez has serious chops and his music deep, deep soul. Javier Yanez on bass, Tony Valensuela; congas, Duwall Davis; drums, 18 year old, Ryan Dingess; keys and other players and rooters from all around the country.
Everyone had a great time and left for the their holidays with an Elmore Magazine and the spirit of the music in their hearts. Many thanks to Bobby and Joy Clayton for their interest and genuine hospitality.
Then it was off to Nogales, Mexico Thursday for a Thanksgiving dinner of cheese enchiladas, beans and rice.
But it all started Sunday, the 26th, when HoneyBoy Dupree & the Smokehouse Players walked away with another Arizona Music Award for their knock-out performance at the Rhythm Room. Dupree was a crowd favorite that day and I had a blast joining him on stage to do a little blowin' and shoutin' of my own.
There where many stand-out performances including (now on his way to Memphis) Mikel Lander, a 25 year old, lefty guitarist and singer who does a great, original Robert Johnson thing, Arizona Blues Hall of Famer, Tommy Dukes, a 13 year old guitar phenom named Kevin KC Blues and many more. KC is sure to carry the roots torch into the future for generations to come. This was the Phoenix Blues Society's biggest day of the year.
Our many thanks to the Rhythm Room's Bob Corritore (pic), harp player, producer, radio show host and blues historian - for his interest, generousity, hospitality and spirit.
Thanks to Rich Brydle, manager of Cold Shot & the Hurricane Horns - another of Zona's hottest acts - for his energy and vision - and special thanks to Paris' manager, Evan "Arizona" Mills for his humor and for spreading the word.
All in all, whether it was sizzlin' on stage or in the 90 degree dessert sun, my time in Arizona was hot, hot, hot!
Now do yourself a favor and get a subscription to Elmore Magazine so you can read about HoneyBoy Dupree in the January issue and Paris James in the March. Go here right now Elmore Magazine "Saving American Music".
A subscription to Elmore Magazine, with their well written, in-depth articles, award winning photography, and cool T shirts will make great Christmas gift packages for those special on your list this year - and while you're at elmoremagazine.com, click into their "links" page.
Hope to see you soon.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Hosted by Billy K & the Pocono Players, ARL 35 kissed the sky.
First up was our young friend, solo performer, Michael Lopresti with his wing and a prayer improvisational original songs. Then Carl Van Camp, backed by Billy K, Ed Moore and Chip Bush, brought down the house with his vocal performance of "Folsom Prison Blues", "Little Sister", "It's Now or Never", "Blue Christmas" and then, encouraged by an enthusiastic audience, came back to encore with "Good Hearted Woman."
Chris on harp and Brian from Big Daddy & the Wildcats playing guitar then joined the headliners on stage with Brian commencing to tear things up, leaving Bluetone owner, Joe Karam to comment, "I really like that young guy on guitar."
Indeed, Brian is one hellova guitar slinger.
Then it was Sonny Young's turn to raise the bar with his guitar and vocals. He did so with Arlene Schar on violin, our old friend James Supra on harp and vocals, Chip Bush playing bass and the ever effervescent Jaimo Flynn tappin' the tubs - a truly inspiring performance!
Chris & Dave took the stage and delivered a tasty, dueling guitars performance accompanied by James Supra's superbly soulful harmonica. Also in the mix was our man Vern Mobley wailing on drums with Don playing bass.
Next it was Roman's turn to tear it up with his guitar and vocals and army of players consisting of Keith on guitar, Don on bass and a special guest appearance by Dave Hollingsworth from Todd Wolfe's Band playing drums.
Nick T shined with his guitar on Neil Young's "Down by the River" with Ed Moore and Chip Bush along for the ride and then Billy K & the Pocono Players closed it out just the way they started - with a firey, crowd pleasing performance.
Lots of new faces in the house this night and especially encouraging was all the young people in the room diggin' them roots. Thanks to Carol and Sue who vow to bring their friends to ARL 36, to James Flynn's posse and to Carl Van Camp's entire entourage.
It was a great night for sure and my very special thanks go out to a very special guy and talented musician; one Billy K. Thanks for the report Billy - my only regret is that I was not able to attend ARL 34 at the Bluetone in Easton as I was in NYC at a "must attend" Eagle Rock Entertainment/Elmore Magazine Gala.
But, I really can't complain because I had the distinct honor of jamming with Mark Naftalin
from the original Paul Butterfield Blues Band and Jeff Simon of George Thorogood & the Destroyers, Jake Walker, Collin John and also on the same stage that night; Chaz DePaolo, Roger Earl from Foghat and the legendary Nick Gravanities, another original member of Butterfield's band who actually wrote the song "Born in Chicago".
Oh what a night! I'll look for you all soon and please take note that ARL is no longer at Crossroads in Garwood, but very happy to announce our return to The Rail in Bound Brook, NJ every Sunday night at 7pm starting December 10.
Keeping it real,
Ned
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Friday
Roots Review 34
My last week in Arizona ended on a high note when HoneyBoy Dupree and I joined Paris James, Mikel Lander, Jack Straw, Arizona Blues Hall of Famer, Hans Olsen and others at the Robert Johnson Blues Foundation Benefit Concert at the Rhythm Room in Phoenix, hosted by Paris.
A great time was had by all who packed the room on a Sunday night to hear great roots music from some of Arizona's hottest performers and one snowbird.
Earlier in the week - Wednesday, night before Thanksgiving - Dupree and I celebrated American Roots Live 34 with some awesome musicians at hot-spot, Bobby C's Jazz Lounge and Grille downtown in the shadow of the Arizona Diamondback's baseball stadium.
I blew some harp, but man there were some great pro performances by Paris James (pic) playing guitar and singing his heart out, Dupree on bass, Adam Clark; drums, the renowned Raul Yanez on Hammond B3 organ and piano. Raul Yanez has serious chops and his music deep, deep soul. Javier Yanez on bass, Tony Valensuela; congas, Duwall Davis; drums, 18 year old, Ryan Dingess; keys and other players and rooters from all around the country.
Everyone had a great time and left for the their holidays with an Elmore Magazine and the spirit of the music in their hearts. Many thanks to Bobby and Joy Clayton for their interest and genuine hospitality.
Then it was off to Nogales, Mexico Thursday for a Thanksgiving dinner of cheese enchiladas, beans and rice.
But it all started Sunday, the 26th, when HoneyBoy Dupree & the Smokehouse Players walked away with another Arizona Music Award for their knock-out performance at the Rhythm Room. Dupree was a crowd favorite that day and I had a blast joining him on stage to do a little blowin' and shoutin' of my own.
There where many stand-out performances including (now on his way to Memphis) Mikel Lander, a 25 year old, lefty guitarist and singer who does a great, original Robert Johnson thing, Arizona Blues Hall of Famer, Tommy Dukes, a 13 year old guitar phenom named Kevin KC Blues and many more. KC is sure to carry the roots torch into the future for generations to come. This was the Phoenix Blues Society's biggest day of the year.
Our many thanks to the Rhythm Room's Bob Corritore (pic), harp player, producer, radio show host and blues historian - for his interest, generousity, hospitality and spirit.
Thanks to Rich Brydle, manager of Cold Shot & the Hurricane Horns - another of Zona's hottest acts - for his energy and vision - and special thanks to Paris' manager, Evan "Arizona" Mills for his humor and for spreading the word.
All in all, whether it was sizzlin' on stage or in the 90 degree dessert sun, my time in Arizona was hot, hot, hot!
Now do yourself a favor and get a subscription to Elmore Magazine so you can read about HoneyBoy Dupree in the January issue and Paris James in the March. Go here right now Elmore Magazine "Saving American Music".
A subscription to Elmore Magazine, with their well written, in-depth articles, award winning photography, and cool T shirts will make great Christmas gift packages for those special on your list this year - and while you're at elmoremagazine.com, click into their "links" page.
Hope to see you soon.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Roots Review 32
We love you Kelly Caruso! You GO girl.
We'll be watching.
American Roots Live 32 was nothing short of spectacular Thursday night at the Bluetone Cafe.Billy K & the Pocono Players headlined and, joined by special guest Carl Van Camp, ARL 32 was a blast.
American Roots Live 32 was nothing short of spectacular Thursday night at the Bluetone Cafe.Billy K & the Pocono Players headlined and, joined by special guest Carl Van Camp, ARL 32 was a blast.
We kicked off with new comer, Michael Lopresti, who performed solo with acoustic guitar singing and improvising some cool original songs.Stand-out performances by Johnny Charles, Bernie BB Brauswetter, Jaimo Flynn, Arne Englund, Vern Mobley, Dan Balde, George Kokolis, Sonny Young, Arlene Schar, Roman, Dave Becker, Leo, Billy K, Ed Moore, Chip Bush and Mike P & the Joint Chiefs of Funk made for an electrifying evening in old Easton town.It was a memorable evening for one 9 year old student guitarist, who (accompanied by his father of course), sat fixed on the stellar, pro-guitar performances of Johnny Charles, Arne Englund, Billy K and Sonny Young. We look forward to this young man bringing his guitar to American Roots Live in the near future to perform with us.
John Powers & friends, EJ Rice and Josh Gebhardt headlined Wednesday at Crossroads with stand out performances by Mimi Nowak, Bob Del Rosso, JR Bradfield, The Doctor, Ed Pampani, Bones Sanford, Robert Z, Walter Foot, more.They reminded us all why our American Roots Movement is so significant and why each American Roots Live show so important.I hope to see you at American Roots Live 33 at Crossroads and the Bluetone Cafe on the 15th and 16th then ask you to look for Roots Review 33 to be posted from Phoenix, AZ during Thanksgiving week as American Roots Live and Elmore Magazine will join our good friend HoneyBoy Dupree on stage at Dessert Ridge Market Place on the 17th and the Rhythm Room on the 19th and 26th - these are two of the hottest Blues venues in the Valley. HoneyBoy Dupree & the Smokehouse Players, already 2002 IBC Award Winners, go for the 2006 IBC crown again on the 19th and we'll both be performing with Paris James and others at the Rhythm Room on the 26th. I'll let you know all about it in Roots Review 34 then I'll look to see you see you at ARL 35 the week after the holiday. Remember, there will be no east-coast ARL shows on Thanksgiving and the night-before.Did you know HoneyBoy Dupree is also a 2004 Arizona Blues Showdown Award Winner?
He also wants me to say hello to all of his friends in Jersey... Many thanks to our venues, ownerships and staffs and all of the talented, dedicated musicians and singers who step onto our stage every week. Thank you to all American Roots volunteers and ambassadors, our sponsors, supporters and friends. And most of all our fans. We need fan support to keep our shows alive - so that we can keep the music alive. Please join us. Bring a friend or two, or an aspiring musician, young or old, and have yourselves a great time.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
AMERICAN ROOTS 30 by nasty ned
(That's Nasty Ned (Left) with Even Coniglio picture (Right) at top left - sound tech at the Rail and one of the hottest young bass players in New Jersey.)
I've spent time of late... with doctors and bureaucrats
I can't relate.
Days got hard so I got harder...
but even honost effort weighs a heavy load.
I ain't dyin', I'm still tryin'
people I been down much harder roads.
But the show goes on thanks to
John Powers, (BELOW)
Johnny Charles, (BELOW)
Billy K and
Duane Chez... (BELOW)
Arne Englund,
Robert Z, (BELOW)
Big Boy Kenny, JR Bradfield and
HoneyBoy Dupree. (BELOW)
The show is real cause the people make it. EJ Rice, Josh Gebhardt, Bassboard Blues, Kate Weber and Sugarfoot Dengler - they don't fake itYeah I blew a gasket, got spastic, tried to mask it, health insurance bombastic,
but I will deal...And because of
Win
(BELOW)and Jaimo Flynn, I'll say it again... it's the people who make it real.
...and, from my heart, it has been everything I ever wished it could be. Thank you.Before we wrap up this review, I want to acknowledge the rockin', roots-gone-mad, back to back performances of Tweed Schade & the Sugar Daddies at American Roots Live 28 at the Crossroads, and ARL 29 at Bluetone Cafe. Easton will never be the same.
Tweed and Cochise
(BELOW)are an act not to be missed!
They honest to goodness American Roots rockin' maddness. Tweed Schade (ah it's a cool name) is a smoothe showman. He is sly, funny, witty and ah man, he's a cool ride!
(Copyright, Nasty Ned, USA 2006)
Keeping it real,
Ned
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
American Roots Nooz
american roots nooz
Come join the fun TONIGHT!
American Roots Live with Nasty Ned
...now in 2 exciting locations
Tonight and every Wednesday night at 9 pm
at Crossroads
78 North Ave.
Garwood, NJ
908-232-5666 http://www.xxroads.com
Tonight's HEADLINERS: John Powers & Friends, Kelly Caruso & Friends
...plus a star studded cast of American Roots All Stars!
Come to Crossroads early for expertly prepared, mouth watering Cajun and American cuisine and get yourself a good seat for the show!
Tomorrow night and every Thursday night at 9 pm
at The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
Thursday's HEADLINERS: Billy K & the Pocono Players w/ special guest, also Johnny Charles and a star studded cast of American Roots All Stars from both sides of the river!
... will you be among them?
Don't miss American Roots Live. There is no other show like it anywhere !
Come to the Bluetone Cafe early for the BEST southern fried chicken, cheese mac and sweet potato fries and get yourself a good seat for the show!
...enjoy reading the latest Roots Reviews at http://american-roots.blogspot.com
...view the entire American Roots Live photo gallery at http://www.nastyned.com and leave your email address to get your nooz.
There is never a cover charge at American Roots, but we do encourage donations of any amount... and your generosity will send you home with the current issue of Elmore Magazine "Saving American Music" and maybe an Elmore CD featuring great music by John Lee Hooker, John Mayall, Eric Clapton, Mick Taylor, Hot Tuna and more!
We hope to see you there!
Attention: Acts wishing to showcase at American Roots Live can email Nasty Ned at nastyned@att.net
Come join the fun TONIGHT!
American Roots Live with Nasty Ned
...now in 2 exciting locations
Tonight and every Wednesday night at 9 pm
at Crossroads
78 North Ave.
Garwood, NJ
908-232-5666 http://www.xxroads.com
Tonight's HEADLINERS: John Powers & Friends, Kelly Caruso & Friends
...plus a star studded cast of American Roots All Stars!
Come to Crossroads early for expertly prepared, mouth watering Cajun and American cuisine and get yourself a good seat for the show!
Tomorrow night and every Thursday night at 9 pm
at The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
Thursday's HEADLINERS: Billy K & the Pocono Players w/ special guest, also Johnny Charles and a star studded cast of American Roots All Stars from both sides of the river!
... will you be among them?
Don't miss American Roots Live. There is no other show like it anywhere !
Come to the Bluetone Cafe early for the BEST southern fried chicken, cheese mac and sweet potato fries and get yourself a good seat for the show!
...enjoy reading the latest Roots Reviews at http://american-roots.blogspot.com
...view the entire American Roots Live photo gallery at http://www.nastyned.com and leave your email address to get your nooz.
There is never a cover charge at American Roots, but we do encourage donations of any amount... and your generosity will send you home with the current issue of Elmore Magazine "Saving American Music" and maybe an Elmore CD featuring great music by John Lee Hooker, John Mayall, Eric Clapton, Mick Taylor, Hot Tuna and more!
We hope to see you there!
Attention: Acts wishing to showcase at American Roots Live can email Nasty Ned at nastyned@att.net
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
Roots Review 29 by NASTY NED
Alright. We are all having fun at the American Roots Live celebrations at Crossroads in Garwood, NJ and the Bluetone Cafe in Easton, PA.
We've had the honor and privilege of hearing and playing with some of the most incredible, veteran musicians anywhere, like Johnny Charles, BB Brauswetter, Mike Caruso, Lee Fink, Gene Downin, Jake Jar el, Mike Flynn, Spiros Soukis, Roger Prieto, Michael Krizan, Rob Fraser, Tweed Schade & the Sugar Daddies, Rob Paparozzi, Todd Lanka, HoneyBoy Dupree, The Congregation, Alan Rogoff, Jimmy Somma, Dean Shot, Big Boy Kenny Nerbak, Duane Chez and the list goes on and on...
We've also had the enviable opportunity of being able to showcase new, upcoming stars like John Powers, The Wiliamzboy, Kelly Caruso, Kate Weber and literally hundreds of (if not more) enthusiastic and talented players and singers, young and old, too numerous to mention here.
Today I want to recognize someone, who from the behind the scenes, as well as from on the stage, has been instrumental in keeping American Roots ticking.
I first knew Ed Pampani (pic) as a photographer, but soon learned he was a good drummer, too, AND a wonderful human being.
I think it was BB, who commented after jamming with Ed one night,"man, this guy's a time piece." And that's what Ed Pampani is - a time piece - and just as steady.
Ed Pampani has helped spread the American Roots Movement message with his myspace, blog and other internet presences and along with Win and his camera, Ed Pampani and his camera have been to all of the American Roots Live celebrations from 1 thru 29.
When you come to an American Roots Live show, say hello to Ed. He is indeed a pleasant symmetry and I am proud to call him my friend. We should all be thankful that he is a friend of American Roots. Thank you Ed Pampani.
We'll talk more about Ed and other "behind the scenes American Rooters" like Win and Robert Z and others in coming posts, but for now, we hope to see you soon.
Keeping it real,
Ned
We've had the honor and privilege of hearing and playing with some of the most incredible, veteran musicians anywhere, like Johnny Charles, BB Brauswetter, Mike Caruso, Lee Fink, Gene Downin, Jake Jar el, Mike Flynn, Spiros Soukis, Roger Prieto, Michael Krizan, Rob Fraser, Tweed Schade & the Sugar Daddies, Rob Paparozzi, Todd Lanka, HoneyBoy Dupree, The Congregation, Alan Rogoff, Jimmy Somma, Dean Shot, Big Boy Kenny Nerbak, Duane Chez and the list goes on and on...
We've also had the enviable opportunity of being able to showcase new, upcoming stars like John Powers, The Wiliamzboy, Kelly Caruso, Kate Weber and literally hundreds of (if not more) enthusiastic and talented players and singers, young and old, too numerous to mention here.
Today I want to recognize someone, who from the behind the scenes, as well as from on the stage, has been instrumental in keeping American Roots ticking.
I first knew Ed Pampani (pic) as a photographer, but soon learned he was a good drummer, too, AND a wonderful human being.
I think it was BB, who commented after jamming with Ed one night,"man, this guy's a time piece." And that's what Ed Pampani is - a time piece - and just as steady.
Ed Pampani has helped spread the American Roots Movement message with his myspace, blog and other internet presences and along with Win and his camera, Ed Pampani and his camera have been to all of the American Roots Live celebrations from 1 thru 29.
When you come to an American Roots Live show, say hello to Ed. He is indeed a pleasant symmetry and I am proud to call him my friend. We should all be thankful that he is a friend of American Roots. Thank you Ed Pampani.
We'll talk more about Ed and other "behind the scenes American Rooters" like Win and Robert Z and others in coming posts, but for now, we hope to see you soon.
Keeping it real,
Ned
Thursday, October 19, 2006
American Roots Nooz
American Roots Nooz
Come join the fun TONIGHT!
American Roots Live with Nasty Ned
at The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
Tonight's headliner is Tweed Schade & the Sugar Daddies with Cochise, Jim Mosca and JR Bradfield - in addition, a cast of American Roots All Stars featuring Jaimo Flynn, Bernie BB Brauswetter, Billy K, Arlene Schar, Sonny Young and many more... will you be among them?
Don't miss it. They're is no show like American Roots Live anywhere!
Come to the Bluetone early for some great southern fried chicken, cheese mac and corn bread and get yourself a good seat for the show!
...enjoy reading the latest Roots Reviews at http://american-roots.blogspot.com
...view the entire American Roots Live photo gallery at http://www.nastyned.com and leave your email address their to receive your nooz
Remember American Roots Live with Nasty Ned is now in 2 Great Locations!
Every Wednesday night at 9 pm
@Crossroads
78 North Ave.
Garwood, NJ
908-232-5666 http://www.xxroads.com
with guesthost John Powers & Friends; EJ Rice & Josh Gebhardt
And then every Thursday night again at 9 pm at the Bluetone.
We hope to see you tonight.
Attention: Acts wishing to showcase at American Roots Live can email Nasty Ned at nastyned@att.net
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Come join the fun TONIGHT!
American Roots Live with Nasty Ned
at The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
Tonight's headliner is Tweed Schade & the Sugar Daddies with Cochise, Jim Mosca and JR Bradfield - in addition, a cast of American Roots All Stars featuring Jaimo Flynn, Bernie BB Brauswetter, Billy K, Arlene Schar, Sonny Young and many more... will you be among them?
Don't miss it. They're is no show like American Roots Live anywhere!
Come to the Bluetone early for some great southern fried chicken, cheese mac and corn bread and get yourself a good seat for the show!
...enjoy reading the latest Roots Reviews at http://american-roots.blogspot.com
...view the entire American Roots Live photo gallery at http://www.nastyned.com and leave your email address their to receive your nooz
Remember American Roots Live with Nasty Ned is now in 2 Great Locations!
Every Wednesday night at 9 pm
@Crossroads
78 North Ave.
Garwood, NJ
908-232-5666 http://www.xxroads.com
with guesthost John Powers & Friends; EJ Rice & Josh Gebhardt
And then every Thursday night again at 9 pm at the Bluetone.
We hope to see you tonight.
Attention: Acts wishing to showcase at American Roots Live can email Nasty Ned at nastyned@att.net
A PLEASANT SYMMETRY BLOGS
http://apleasantsymmetry.blogstream.com/
Monday, October 16, 2006
Roots Review 28 by Nasty Ned
How do you define "spirit"?
As a noun you could say spirit is someone's soul, but when you imply someone "has spirit," then defining spirit includes the measure of a person's positive energy, their will, strength, dedication, determination, humility, ability, motivation, inspiration, good sense, faith, humor, honor, decency, respect, respectability, and myriad other intangible character traits.
John Powers has spirit - and without which, American Roots Live would not be where it is today.
Wednesday night's American Roots Live 28 at Crossroads in Garwood, NJ, was like a cross between an Alan Freed's traveling all stars shows of the 50's and a music festival with 30 names on the bill and continuous music. ARL 28 didn't resemble an open mic, although, it was.
Quality act after quality act showed their spirit on our stage before an appreciative audience in an SRO house. And by the time individual musicians came together to play, they were all notable, accomplished performers that sounded like rehearsed bands.
There really is no other show like American Roots Live.
Getting us started and setting the tone for a great night of music was John Powers, EJ Rice and Josh Gebhardt, then The Wiliamzboy with his rhythmic, well crafted songs.(pic)
Then Tweed Schade & the Sugar Daddies with Cochise, John, and Gar Francis had us rockin' down that Raritan Line.
Look out Easton, here comes Tweed Schade & the Sugar Daddies.
Then it was Kelly Caruso's turn to take the stage with Daddy Mike on bass Johnny Charles, guitar, Walter Bordonaro, saxophone, Powers on drums and JR Bradfield, guitar.
Kelly (pic below) displayed strong, disciplined vocals as she performed like a star and looked even better than she does in this pic taken by Ed Pampani back in August.
Then came the ARL right hook, all the way from Athens, Greece via NYC, arriving by car with bassist Margery Peters, was Spiros Soukis - my friend from cyber roots. Spiros tore the house up with authentic, rockin' American blues guitar and Clapton-like vocals. Look out Easton, here comes Spiros.
With BB in the house and OREO in the dim lit room, Dean Shot made his first visit to ARL and we were honored. Dean ripped it up with Jimmy Somma, Freddie Farrow and Walter Foot then invited Bones Sanford to play a little harp on one. We had the "Newark Hillbilly" Robert Z, Ed Pampani, Monsters of Mojo; Jorge, John & John, Bob Brienza, Brad Sicotte, Screamin' Mimi Nowak, Arlene Schar (pic), Soup Boy and more..."
I am so proud of our American Roots Movement and I'm so proud of you.
Then we Loaded the caravan on Thursday and moved American Roots Live 28 to the Bluetone Cafe in Easton, PA. We tore it up again AND with "more "back to back" awards in order - this time for John Powers, Johnny Charles, Bernie BB Brauswetter and Robert Z - Bluetone was smokin'.
Another good crowd on hand eating Aaron's burgers, southern fried chicken, cheese mac and sweet potato fires served up by Christine and kickin back to listen to the incredible music swirling through the room by John Powers, Keith McGonigle, Hot Pat, Billy K, Jaimo Flynn from Big Daddy and the Wild Cats, Bernie BB Brauswetter, Rob "Rock" Bianco, Vern Mobley from Fussion Jazz Trio, Johnny Charles, Sonny Young, Robert Z, Jeff Bennison, Randall Smith, Ken Barry, Arne Englund, Rob Fraser from Mike Dugan's Blues Mission, Andy McGregor, Nick T, Roman, Paul Berger from Can't Stop Now, Keith Jr... Keith Sr.. we even had WDIY's Stewart Brodian and Arlene Schar in the house.
Thanks to Joe Karam, Lee Frankel, our sponsors, supporters, friends and volunteers and ambassadors Powers, Duane Chez and HoneyBoy Dupree.
We'll look for you at American Roots Live 29 nearest you, or maybe even see you back to back - that's double the fun!
Keeping it real,
Ned
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
american roots nooz
american roots nooz
...enjoy reading the latest Roots Review at http://american-roots.blogspot.com
American Roots Live with Nasty Ned
Come join the fun!
Tonight!
...and every Wednesday night at 9 pm
with guest hosts John Powers & the Arturos
Crossroads
78 North Ave.
Garwood, NJ
908-232-5666
http://www.xxroads.com
...Wednesday night will also feature Tweed Schade & Cochise and the Sugar Daddies,(CHECK THIS LINK http://www.rockabilly.net/ ) plus blues from Greece with Spiros Soukis and a whole host of American Roots All Stars! Don't miss it.
CHECK THE LINKS SECTION FOR TWEED SCHADE !
Thursday night!
...and every Thursday night at 9 pm
The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
This Thursday's guest hosts are John Powers & the Arturos - back to back - and a great cast of American Roots All Stars! There is no other show like it anywhere!
Read Roots Reviews at http://american-roots.blogspot.com...or view the photo gallery at http://www.nastyned.com/
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NOTE: The American Roots Movement needs volunteers to perform the following tasks:
1. Personal assistant to Nasty Ned. You must be well organized, have an easy going personality, love for music, proficiency in MS Word and Excel and a home computer. Willingness to travel from time to time would be helpful. This could turn into a full time, salaried position for the right person. Please send resume in body of email to nastyned@att.net No attachments please.
2. Volunteers in both locations to help with the raffle process and to greet patrons at the door with a smile.
3. Volunteer familiar with securing government grants for the performing arts.
Please send all volunteer inquiries to nastyned@att.net.
And please continue to support everyone who works hard to keep the Roots alive.
Subscribe to Elmore Magazine "Saving American Music" http://www.elmoremagazine.com/
Listen to the LOW BUDGET BLUES SHOW with Richard Skelly, every Thursday night at 8 PM on 88.7 FM, WRSU, Rutgers State University - and online at http://www.nj.com/wrsu/ as Richard spins your favorite new and old blues records including some from Nasty Ned!
Get hip to what the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation is doing. Visit them at http://www.jsjbf.com
...also visit the United Jersey Blues Network,VISIT THEM AT http://www.ujbn.com
AND the NY/NJ Blues Society and the Buck's County Blues Society.VISIT THEM HERE http://www.bucksbluessociety.com/
See how they're making a difference ...and how you too can Help Keep the Blues Alive!
Contact Nasty Ned... nastyned@att.net
American Roots Ambassadors:
Duane Chez... http://360.yahoo.com/duanechez
HoneyBoy Dupree... http://www.honeyboydupree.com
John Powers... http://www.sonicbids.com/epk/epk.asp?epk_id=67238
FOR MORE LIVE EVENTS AND OTHER NEWS.....PLEASE VISIT apleasantsymmetry.spaces.live.com
...enjoy reading the latest Roots Review at http://american-roots.blogspot.com
American Roots Live with Nasty Ned
Come join the fun!
Tonight!
...and every Wednesday night at 9 pm
with guest hosts John Powers & the Arturos
Crossroads
78 North Ave.
Garwood, NJ
908-232-5666
http://www.xxroads.com
...Wednesday night will also feature Tweed Schade & Cochise and the Sugar Daddies,(CHECK THIS LINK http://www.rockabilly.net/ ) plus blues from Greece with Spiros Soukis and a whole host of American Roots All Stars! Don't miss it.
CHECK THE LINKS SECTION FOR TWEED SCHADE !
Thursday night!
...and every Thursday night at 9 pm
The Bluetone Cafe
683 Walnut St.
Easton, PA
(610) 258-5812
http://www.bluetonecafe.com
This Thursday's guest hosts are John Powers & the Arturos - back to back - and a great cast of American Roots All Stars! There is no other show like it anywhere!
Read Roots Reviews at http://american-roots.blogspot.com...or view the photo gallery at http://www.nastyned.com/
=====================================================================================
NOTE: The American Roots Movement needs volunteers to perform the following tasks:
1. Personal assistant to Nasty Ned. You must be well organized, have an easy going personality, love for music, proficiency in MS Word and Excel and a home computer. Willingness to travel from time to time would be helpful. This could turn into a full time, salaried position for the right person. Please send resume in body of email to nastyned@att.net No attachments please.
2. Volunteers in both locations to help with the raffle process and to greet patrons at the door with a smile.
3. Volunteer familiar with securing government grants for the performing arts.
Please send all volunteer inquiries to nastyned@att.net.
And please continue to support everyone who works hard to keep the Roots alive.
Subscribe to Elmore Magazine "Saving American Music" http://www.elmoremagazine.com/
Listen to the LOW BUDGET BLUES SHOW with Richard Skelly, every Thursday night at 8 PM on 88.7 FM, WRSU, Rutgers State University - and online at http://www.nj.com/wrsu/ as Richard spins your favorite new and old blues records including some from Nasty Ned!
Get hip to what the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation is doing. Visit them at http://www.jsjbf.com
...also visit the United Jersey Blues Network,VISIT THEM AT http://www.ujbn.com
AND the NY/NJ Blues Society and the Buck's County Blues Society.VISIT THEM HERE http://www.bucksbluessociety.com/
See how they're making a difference ...and how you too can Help Keep the Blues Alive!
Contact Nasty Ned... nastyned@att.net
American Roots Ambassadors:
Duane Chez... http://360.yahoo.com/duanechez
HoneyBoy Dupree... http://www.honeyboydupree.com
John Powers... http://www.sonicbids.com/epk/epk.asp?epk_id=67238
FOR MORE LIVE EVENTS AND OTHER NEWS.....PLEASE VISIT apleasantsymmetry.spaces.live.com
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