Unfortunately, TRACY GRAMMER is ill.   Really sick and had to cancel another date in Los Angeles as well. She hopes to reschedule later this Summer.

The Coffee Gallery Backstage will be closed and dark tonight, Sunday. So sad. So lonely.

TRACY GRAMMER with JIM HENRY.... "Tracy Grammer is a brilliant artist and unique individual. Her voice is distinctive, as is her mastery over the instruments she plays." - Joan Baez. "[Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer have] become a treasured part of my music collection... Flower of Avalon presents more songs by Dave Carter, with Tracy at the helm as artist, interpreter, co-producer and the beating heart at the center of it all. Her pure voice conveys the simple truths of these songs; her gifts as a musician are like that of a painter who is a master of chiaroscuro, offering light and shadow at every turn.... I was honored and humbled by the invitation to sing on this record." Mary Chapin Carpenter.
"Tracy Grammer has that elusive quality of being able to speak directly to another person's heart - instantly bypassing all of the usual infrastructure - the moment she starts singing. She's great."
- Richard Shindell. "A gracefully gifted multi-instrumentalist, singer and producer." Pasadena Weekly.
"One of the finest pure musicians anywhere in folkdom."
- The Boston Globe:"Armed with a few of the sassier members of the string family, and a voice as nuanced and strong as you could hope for, Grammer delivers ... with a supernatural force that funnels straight through your ear to the deep, deep center of your heart."
- The Missoula Independent This is the second studio album from Tracy Grammer since the passing of her partner Dave Carter in July of 2002. Recorded in June of 2004, this seven track EP was recorded after Flower of Avalon, an album whose release was delayed until 2005 due to legal issues. It is an acoustic project with talented multi-instrumentalist Jim Henry. Tracy shines on songs by Kieran Kane, Carole King, Neil Diamond, Emory Gordy Jr. and Jim Henry. Grammer wrote the title track and also arranged two traditional tunes. It is certainly affirming to hear Tracy in top form, performing the songs of others, but the most memorable song is "The Verdant Mile." "The Verdant Mile" refers to the "mythical place I go to reconcile with the rivers I cannot turn." [T.G. from the liner notes.]

Either Tracy Grammer has been a great songwriter all along or she has watched and learned a lot from Dave Carter. The song explores powerful emotions with a catchy uplifting melody that sings well in the hearts of all who loved Dave. Hopefully, Tracy will continue to write her own songs even after she has helped to heal us all. Essential! -Michael Devlin..

plus JIM HENRY...Henry's longtime reputation as a phenomenal all-around musician is well-deserved. He can do it all: play most things stringed, sing lead or harmony, write great songs, produce, engineer and arrange. Four solo recordings and literally hundreds of tracks on other people's recordings have cemented his position as one of the most versatile and talented musicians working in acoustic music today.

ERIC TAYLOR... People have been talking about Eric Taylor and his songs since the early 1970s, when he was an integral part of a Houston songwriting scene that included Townes Van Zandt, Steve Earle, and Guy Clark. Taylor is one of the most influential songwriters to ever come out of Texas, and has had a profound effect on the evolution and development of such well-known Texas artists as Nanci Griffith, Lyle Lovett, Robert Earl Keen, and others. His recordings have also had a profound effect on fans and critics alike.

His 1995 Eric Taylor CD was voted Texas Album of the Year at the Kerrville Music Awards, and Resurrect, Taylor's 1998 release, was named one of the "100 essential records of all time" by Texas magazine Buddy. Scuffletown, released in 2001, received rave reviews as well. In 2004, Taylor's classic 1981 vinyl album, Shameless Love, was re-mastered and released on CD with 2 bonus tracks. A mesmerizing performer, Taylor has been a featured artist at many festivals and tours extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe. His TV and radio appearances include Austin City Limits, Late Night With David Letterman, NPR's Morning Edition and Mountain Stage, and BBC Radio Scotland.

JIM STUBBLEFIELD'S GUITARRA EXOTICA.... Guitarist and composer JIM STUBBLEFIELD (a founding member of the Billboard charting band Incendio) performs original music from his first solo album in ten years - GUITARRA EXOTICA. STUBBLEFIELD'S music is a journey into an exciting world of exotic melodies, infectious rhythms and evocative soundscapes featuring original compositions inspired by his love of flamenco, jazz, classical, celtic and many other Western and Eastern forms. From flamenco inspired rumbas to Eastern European folk melodies, to Middle-Eastern bellydance rhythms, STUBBLEFIELD'S fleet-fingered guitar
work takes center stage.

He is joined by violinist ANNA STAFFORD whose credits include work with artists Mary J. Blige, Leann Rimes, Josh Groben, Kanye West, Kelly Clarkson and Andrea Bocelli. Percussionist BRYAN BROCK (Frankie Valli, Jackson Brown, Leonard Cohen, Incendio) and bassist/guitarist RUBEN RAMOS (The Ten Tenors) round out the live band.

Stubblefield's music has appeared on compilations with artists such as Ottmar Liebert, Govi, and Ruben Romero. His other band, Incendio, has released 6 CDs, a DVD and toured the country several times.Stubblefield's music has been used on HGTV, ESPN, the SHOWTIME series RE:EVOLUTION OF SPORTS, the HISTORY CHANNEL show MODERN MARVELS, the WB show ELIMIDATE, THE GIRLS NEXT DOOR and many other network television shows.

TRIO GONZALO...Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina Gonzalo is considered one of the best guitar players in America.

You will hear a mix of Gypsy Jazz and latin acoustic music with melodies you will not forget. Passionate, virtuoso guitar, incredible calrinet player Rob Hardt, and a pumping rhythm section.

After having toured the world extensively with John Jorgenson, Gonzalo is presenting his new CD Porteña Soledad with incredible reviews all over the world.

http://www.gonzalobergara.com/

The Riders Of The Purple Sage... With EVAN MARSHALL on magic mandolin....one of, if not "the" most historical Western bands in the world, The Riders Of The Purple Sage starred in films and radio for the pre-war days to today... Today's Riders, under the leadership of Cody Bryant, put on a show rich with old and new music. Band members are highly-skilled musicians-instruments include a five-string banjo, hot lead guitar, fiddle, steel guitar, bass, and drums and consummate vocalists. While keeping alive the tradition of the original Riders' sound, they continue to write and perform new material that carries on and builds upon their signature style. Adding a strong swing influence (ala Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys), their performances appeal to listeners and dancers of all ages. Today's Riders bring together hot swing riffs with smooth harmonies that, at the end of the show, leave the audience wanting more. Their sound and show makes you feel that all is well in the West. In October they were "etherial" and "Orchestral." They exceeded musicianship. They exceeded their genre.
You owe it to yourself to see this most amazing and amusing exhibit.  Forget what you think you like and don't like. See The Riders Of The Purple Sage.

JAMIE LAVAL & ASHLEY BRODER

One of the premier Celtic violinist/fiddlers on the international music scene today, Jamie Laval ("the next Alasdair Fraser"-Scotland Press and Post) and violin, mandolin, cello virtuoso Ashley Broder, ("rising mandolin star"-Mandolin Magazine) render traditional Irish and Scottish music with hints of classical refinement and ethnic influences, gleaning musical nuances primarily from Appalachian, Irish dance, and Scottish bagpipe tunes as well as creating their own unique compositions. They consistently create rapt audiences with their versatility, running the gamut from tender and melancholy to wildly jubilant. ("One can only gasp in admiration," writes Sing Out Magazine.) Their CD "Zephyr in the Confetti Factory" received universal praise; one selection, "Levantine's Barrel," was nominated for the Best World Traditional Song for the 2007 Independent Music Awards. They are currently recording their new CD, which is due out later this year.

Their popularity earns them invitations to such concert venues as The Bijou in Knoxville, TN; the Blue Ridge Performing Arts Center in Hendersonville; the Lincoln Theatre in Marion, VA; the Asheville Arts Center (NC); the Swananoah Gathering (NC); Wintergrass Festival (WA); Millpond Festival (CA); Duke University (NC); Blackstone River Theatre (RI) as well as countless other locations.

KEN O' MALLEY, The Twilight Lord....

Dublin born Ken O'Malley's rich, resonant voice and engaging stage presence have delighted audiences for over thirty years. In this unique solo performance, Ken transports his audience to his beloved Ireland through heartfelt singing and vivid storytelling. Find out why the Irish News calls this consummate entertainer "without question, . . .the single most enduring, influential and proficient of all Irish musicians in Southern California.." Don't miss this magical evening of songs in both English and Irish Gaelic, accompanied by Ken's remarkable talent on guitar and mandolin. "Dust-free and polished to perfection, each song is performed with authenticity, and the care one might use when handling a valuable family heirloom" ----Lisa Elaine Scott, Music Connection Magazine.

Guitarist Steve Lin has performed throughout the US, Italy, Mexico, Taiwan, and the Philippines to great acclaim and is a recording artist for San Francisco-based VGo Recordings, with whom he has released two albums. He is also a prizewinner of many international competitions and is actively engaged in transcribing new music, ensemble collaborations, and commissioning modern composers.

He currently lives in Boston, where he directs a very successful guitar outreach initiative called Boston Guitar Project, coordinates the annual Boston GuitarFest, and works on his doctorate at New England Conservatory under Eliot Fisk. However, his last seven years on the east coast has also proven that the native Californian inside him will forever be. Steve loves nothing more than the sweet produce, the red stuff from Napa, the cultural diversity, and the smell of the Pacific.

At 26, Steve has been playing the guitar for 12 years. "The guitar is a unique instrument in that it is one which people from all walks of life can easily associate with. As a result, the communicative power of the guitar is very strong, whether it be through Bach or the Beatles." Steve's program will reflect the guitar's diverse repertoire, featuring the compositions from Spain, Latin America, Italy, and North America.

CLAUDE BOURBON

An incredible progressive blues and jazz fusion from a stunning guitar virtuoso. The Unique Monsieur Bourbon is a formidable performer who weaves sounds from across Europe into performance of blues, rock and jazz and material that defies label, all delivered with a gravelly voice.

Claude Bourbon, who trained for many years in Switzerland and has performed and studied all over the world, has crafted an inspired fusion of classical and blues, with ethereal Eastern influences, Spanish and Latin elements with strains of Western folk. This accomplished artist offers tender, compelling performance through highly developed precision. His sound instantly creates ambience – from haunting Spanish moods to lyrical, romantic jazz, Claude Bourbon provides both a rich evening of music for lovers, and a real treat for music lovers.

"One of the most accomplished acoustic players around" Blues in Britain

"If you like the sound of inspired acoustic guitar playing from a real songsmith, you might just love Claude Bourbon" - BBC.co.uk.

http://www.myspace.com/claudebourbon

THE BLACK TONGUED BELLS.....The Black Tongued Bells' Swamp Opera; "That Great and Dreadful Day...Tall Tales from the American Swamp," described as "an exceptionally special entertainment event--there is nothing quite like it anywhere" by KXLU 88.9FM, comes to the Gallery for a fifth time.

Set in Depression-era Louisiana, and centered on the life experience of one Laurence Douglas Miner and his small group of friends, tales are told and songs are sung and by the time the lights go out, one is hard-pressed to tell which tales were true, half-true, or just out n' out lies.

http://www.theblacktonguedbells.com/Unplugged/slides/004.html

Now the Storyteller Laurence Douglas gonna be there The Reverend and Miss Mary too And if you all don't come well... Bad luck gonna roll down on you

Previous performances have drawn raves and standing-room-only crowds.  Ya'll bring a peach pie. Bless your heart. We will have little fans to cool your brow.

DAVE STAMEY....

Voted Male Performer of the Year by the Western Music Association, winner of the Will Rogers Award for Male Vocalist of the Year from the Academy of Western Artists, and a five-time nominee for Songwriter Of The Year, Dave Stamey is one of the most popular Western Entertainers working today. His vast repertoire of classic and original Western folk music represents a link between today's Americana singer-songwriters and the old-time cowboy balladeers. He has delighted audiences in seven states, and has found that he prefers this type of work to being stomped by angry horses.

The Late Bloomers....Dan Ames, Gayle Bluemel, Ross (Debe) Johnsen, and Scott Shepherd are The Late Bloomers, an acoustic folk-rock band with some intriguing originals in its repertoire. Now two married couples, they cut their teeth on the music of Dylan and Neil Young while still in high school in the sixties and have since found their own sound by putting their individual stamp on favorites from that era.

All four are accomplished vocalists and pleasing harmonies dominate the sets. Dan is a singer-songwriter, with a gentle guitar style that he has carried over to the dobro and pedal steel, and Gayle, his wife, plays the keyboard for the group. Debe, the other passionate singer- songwriter, plays guitar and bass and Scott rounds out the instrumentals with his mandolin and driving blues harmonica. They have individually been part of the Pasadena and LA music scene for many years and have played with other bands such as Smokewood, Touch Candy, The Shakin' Snakes, Blind Ross, RetroActive, and Accelerator and are now enjoying their collaboration as The Late Bloomers.

THE REFUGEES

The Refugees: Cindy Bullens -- Deborah Holland -- Wendy Waldman represent an incredible convergence of songwriting and high-level performing talent, award winning as soloists and in bands. Each perform their individual songs accompanied by the other 3 on guitars, bass, melodica, keyboards, percussion, mandolin, harmonica, and glorious harmonies, culminating in the creation of new and unique renditions of their exceptional work.

CINDY BULLENS' career, jump-started by a stint in Elton John's band, has already included eight solo albums on major or national indie labels. Her debut solo album, Desire Wire (United Artists), scored a breakthrough hit with her song "Survivor,"<http://www.cindybullens.com/cindybullens_survivor.mp3> earning a Grammy nomination for best rock vocal performance. Her critically acclaimed 1999 CD "Somewhere Between Heaven and Earth" (Artemis) won the 2000 AFIM Award for Best Rock Album. Cindy's current CD is dream # 29, which the Boston Globe declared a "gem." Bullens continues to impress critics with a sound she has "perfected" (Washington Post), a combination of "no-holds-barred rock" (St. Louis Post-Dispatch) and "aching melodies" (Country Weekly). dream #29 features guest appearances by Sir Elton John, Delbert McClinton and Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield. Her songs have been recorded by the Dixie Chicks, Radney Foster, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Irma Thomas and more.

DEBORAH HOLLAND's tremendous singing and songwriting talents were first introduced via two critically acclaimed albums, tours, MTV videos, and television appearances with the seminal trio Animal Logic (with Stewart Copeland and Stanley Clarke). She has gone on to have a successful career as a solo artist releasing 4 CDs; the newest one entitled Bad Girl OnceŠ (RageOn Records, 2006). Critics have praised her songwriting as "a lyrical ironist to match Warren Zevon." (Sing Out! magazine), "a female Loudon Wainwright III" (OC Weekly) and "as a wordsmith, Deborah Holland concerns herself with the balance between heart and mind. As an artist, she makes the balance seem effortless" (Dirty Linen: Folk and World Music). In addition to making records, Deborah scores music and writes songs for film and television, is a full-time professor of music at California State University at Los Angeles, and is a mother of 2 boys.

WENDY WALDMAN has a distinguished career as an artist (solo on major labels and cult fave Bryndle), one of the first woman record producers to have a major impact, and songwriter of multi-platinum songs in genres from country to pop, film, jazz, children's music and R&B. Her list of songwriting and producing credits is extensive and impressive, and includes the Grammy-winning "Save the Best for Last," (recorded by Vanessa Williams). Her first album, Love Has Got Me, on Warner Bros. Records, was proclaimed by Rolling Stone Magazine to be the "singer-songwriter debut of the year." She has made eight critically acclaimed solo albums and toured extensively as well. In 1996, a "best of" collection was released on Warner Brothers, followed by the reissue of all of the Warner albums in 2005. Her newest CD, My Time in the Desert, will be released in 2007.

Mad Tea Party brews up roots music, retro-pop and rock 'n' roll to create a fresh and intoxicating sound. Ami Worthen and Jason Krekel serve up an exciting live show to music lovers thirsty for offbeat, original refreshment. Quirky harmonies glide over electrified ukulele, juke-joint guitar, scratchy fiddle and pulsing foot percussion. Songs about love, life, death and dancing are steeped in raw rockabilly with shreds of doo wop and devilish blues.

Mad Tea Party concocts a musical recipe that is familiar yet unusual. Mad Tea Party's amusing and sharp approach to an evolved brand of music makes them one-of-a-kind. Their sense of humor and irony appeals to savvy listeners who appreciate the band's cleverness and cheerful energy. Drink deep! http://www.themadteaparty.com/press.html

SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND CD RELEASE CONCERT TO ANNOUNCE THE NEW RECORDING "GREEN KENTUCKY BLUES" PRODUCED BY LAURIE LEWIS -- with SPECIAL GUEST RICK CUNHA. Appalachian mountain roots meets new bluegrass KCSN writes: "Susie Glaze does something with a song that only great singers can do...she grabs hold of a song's deepest emotion and purpose and wraps it tightly around your soul." Folk music legend Jean Ritchie has called Susie Glaze "a fresh young voice - a communicator - to me the most important of qualities in a singer..." and Bluegrass Unlimited calls her "an important voice on the California Bluegrass scene." Susie's last CD "Blue Eyed Darlin'" was the winner of the Just Plain Folks 2006 Music Awards for Best Roots Album, and Folkworks Magazine's Pick for Best Bluegrass Album of 2005. She now proudly announces her newest CD, produced by Bluegrass legend Laurie Lewis, in a series of Southern California concerts. "Green Kentucky Blues" features nationally-recognized artists Herb Pedersen, Dennis Caplinger, Tom and Patrick Sauber, Mike Witcher, Laurie Lewis, Tom Rozum, Rick Cunha, Bill Bryson and Rob Carlson.

Susie's Hilonesome Band plays the entire CD from start to finish for you - these are hot Southern California bluegrass players collected to showcase the songwriting genius of lead guitarist Rob Carlson whose seven songs on this new album are new classics. Hear these and songs of Jean Ritchie, Iris Dement and Bob Dylan.

With SPECIAL GUEST Rick Cunha. Entertainment Weekly writes "...she can blow the roof off any joint lucky enough to book her." Visit http://www.susieglaze.com/>www.susieglaze.com

RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE....With EVAN MARSHALL on magic mandolin....one of, if not "the" most historical Western bands in the world, The Riders Of The Purple Sage starred in films and radio for the pre-war days to today... Today's Riders, under the leadership of Cody Bryant, put on a show rich with old and new music. Band members are highly-skilled musicians-instruments include a five-string banjo, hot lead guitar, fiddle, steel guitar, bass, and drums and consummate vocalists. While keeping alive the tradition of the original Riders' sound, they continue to write and perform new material that carries on and builds upon their signature style. Adding a strong swing influence (ala Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys), their performances appeal to listeners and dancers of all ages. Today's Riders bring together hot swing riffs with smooth harmonies that, at the end of the show, leave the audience wanting more.

Their sound and show makes you feel that all is well in the West. In October they were "etherial" and "Orchestral." They exceeded musicianship. They exceeded their genre.

You owe it to yourself to see this most amazing and amusing exhibit. Forget what you think you like and don't like. See The Riders Of The Purple Sage.

Audrey Solomon - Violin
Rose Chen - Piano Lars Hoefs - Cellist

"Think talent. Think intelligence. Think new"
"Dynamic and Passionate"
Top prizes in the Coleman, MTNA & Peninsula Competitions
Performances in Israel, China, Brazil, France and USA

HIGH HILLS....

Strong solid and energetic bluegrass are the trademarks of HIGH HILLS, featuring superb instrumental leads on fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar and standup bass joined by magical blend of vocal harmonies. First formed in 1996, High Hills has headlined with the Dixie Chicks, Ricky Skaggs and Del McCoury Band to name a few. Humor and multi-instrumental diversity make for a most enjoyable and memorable evening with HIgh Hills. Come meet VIRGINIA STARLING award-winning vocals on Fiddle LESLIE REAGAN dazzling hot Mandolin and Guitar flatipicking LAURA SILVERSTEIN accomplished fingerstylist on Banjo and Guitar - CHERYL RICHARDS with her rock-solid timing on Bass, are all the ingredients which heighten HIGH HILLS - www.highhills.com

Sunday

July 13

7:00 P.M.

BARRY McGUIRE with JOHN YORK

"Trippin' The '60's"....

Barry McGuire stepped into the public eye in 1963 on the Andy Williams Show as the gravelly voiced lead singer of the New Christy Minstrels. He launched his musical career with the million-sellers "Green, Green" and "Green Back Dollar."

In 1965, at the heart of the peace movement, McGuire went solo. His growing awareness of social hypocrisy was expressed in his third hit "Eve of Destruction" which echoed around the world as an anthem of the times.

Three years later, Barry was cast as the male lead in the original Broadway production of the musical "Hair." Once again his voice was heard proclaiming the ideals of a radical generation. Dick Clark says, "When world events collide with "Rock&Roll" you get Barry McGuire".  Currently working with Barry McGuire in "Trippin' The Sixties," John York is best known for his work as a member of the world-renowned Folk Rock/Country Rock group, the Byrds. His vocal and instrumental talents have kept him in the company of such musical luminaries as Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, Clarence White, Nicky Hopkins, Mac Rebenack (Dr. John,) Doug Sahm (The Sir Douglas Quintet,) The Mamas and Papas, Johnny Rivers, Lightnin' Hopkins, Rick Danko and Richard Manuel (The Band)ŠŠand many others. The TV show "The Place Where I Am Dreaming" featured John's artistic collaboration with his wife, artist Sumi Foley. Recently, John has composed and recorded music for the lyrics of Kim Fowley on "West Coast Revelation." The duet "Redneck Ninja" highlights John's creative partnership with acclaimed songwriter Patrick Brayer. In 2007, John played concerts in Japan for the third time.