Free Parking
in the Lanier Parking Systems Deck on the corner of 6th & Main after 4:00pm and any time on weekends.
All shows starting at 9:00 pm or after
will be 21 and over.
After Work Brews & Blues
with
Lisa Limm Band
Friday, July 3
5:00pm
Free
Indie Art Rocks MS
with
Lost Satellites
&
Palaminos
&
art by
Jacob King
All proceeds go to the
National MS Society
Friday, July 3
doors at 9:30
show time 10:00pm
$10.00
After Work Brews & Blues
with
Mattie Phifer Band
Friday, July 10
5:00pm
Free
Eric Lindell
Friday, July 10
10:00pm
$13adv $15 day of show
Eric Lindell is an American singer-songwriter, born in San Mateo, California. He is best-known for his 2008 album Low on Cash, Rich In Love and the single from it, "Lay Back Down." He has performed with New Orleans drummer Johnny Vidacovich and War's Harold Brown, who have also contributed to his albums.
A self-described skate punk, Lindell grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. He began playing in bands at the age of 15. Among his early musical influences were Fishbone and Black Flag
Lindell's musical style borrows from 1970s blues-rock, soul, and R&B. His style has also been called "blue-eyed soul" .
Hollis Brown Band
Saturday, July 11
9:00pm
$7
With a distinct sound uniting hook-soaked pop and blues-drenched rock 'n roll, Hollis Brown is a throwback to an era when music felt fresh, songwriting was revered, and performances routinely inspired. For their self-titled, debut album, the band teamed up with music producer Jamie Sigel, known for his work behind the boards with Lauryn Hill on her Grammy-winning LP. What resulted is a diverse and exciting collection of well-crafted rock songs with pop sensibility. From radio-friendly hits like lead single "Passin' Me By" and "Completed Fool" to southern-tinged grooves such as "Carolina, Carolina" and "Til the Morning", the album features quality songwriting and crisp performances throughout. With the retail release date set for January 2009, the buzz around this band and its debut record is starting to turn heads.
Musicians Jam
Downtown Music Hall
Sunday, July 5
7:00 pm-11:00 pm
Capital Ale House will host an open musicians jam. There will be a house band to sit in with, as well as amps and drums provided for other groups to use. The Music Hall has a big stage and great PA system making this one of the best places in town to come and play. The huge beer selection and great food doesn't hurt either.
The host band consists of some very diverse and seasoned players. Will McIntyre on guitar who has been around the Richmond music and national music scene for years. Joining Will on drums is his brother Chris who is currently playing with Will in the Ray Pittman Project. Lastly on bass is Virginia native and nationally touring artist Chris Grigg.
All you need is a guitar or a pair of drumsticks, and at the end of the night, everyone who signs up on the list to jam will be in a drawing for a $20 gift certificate from Capital Ale House. Whether you play jazz, rock, country, or the blues this jam will have something for you.
Richmond Jazz Society’s Guest Educators Series
Vibraphonist/Composer
JAY HOGGARD
With pianist James Weidman
And members of his Richmond family – Dave and Mike Hoggard on drums and percussion
Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 7PM
Doors open at 6PM
Advance Tix:
$10 with valid RJS, Altria or Student I.D. Card
Call RJS at 804-643-1972 – Credit Card only
$15 General Public
$20 Everyone Day of Show
Who Is Jay Hoggard?
Jay Hoggard is one of the leading Jazz vibes players. He seamlessly blends Jazz and Gospel roots with African marimba rhythms. Jay has been playing the vibes since the age of 16 and was once proclaimed the "most dazzling new vibraphonist in Jazz." He has performed, collaborated and recorded with some of the masters: Lionel Hampton, Milt Jackson, Tito Puente, Kenny Burrell, Bobby Hutcherson, Max Roach, and Dr. Billy Taylor. Hoggard has recorded 21 CD’s as a leader and over 50 as a collaborator. He is currently a professor at Wesleyan University in Connecticut and is in constant demand as a composer, performer and recording artist. Jay will be performing with his long-time pianist, James Wiedman and members of his Richmond family – Dave and Mike Hoggard.
After Work Brews & Blues
with
Mo Debree
Friday, July 17
5:00pm
Free
Souler Coaster
Friday, July 17
10:00pm
$7.00
Age of Excess
Saturday, July 18
10:00pm
$7.00
River City Blues Society
presents
Smokin Joe
Sunday, July 19
2:00pm
$12 advance $15 day of show
purchase tickets at
After Work Brews & Blues
with
Friday, July 24
5:00pm
Free
Chris Ayer
&
John Callaway
Friday, July 24
10:00pm
$6.00
It’s not every day that a relatively unknown artist is recognized by the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. In 2006, the Lennon award was given to the Brooklyn, NY-based Chris Ayer in the folk category. The impression left by this achievement has opened many doors for the singer/songwriter whose song “Evaporate” from his self-released full-length, This Is The Place (2006), was given that particular honor. Yet to pigeonhole this talented musician as a folkie would be way off base. Elements of pop, rock, country and even jazz permeate Chris Ayer’s sound.
Dean Fields
Saturday, July 25
9:00pm
$6.00
After Work Brews & Blues
with
Forrest McDonald Band
Friday, July 31
5:00pm
Free
John Brown's Body
with
Passafire
Friday, July 31
10:00pm
$15 adv $17 day of show
John Brown's Body is an eight-person modern reggae group. The group has released six studio albums and toured across the U.S. for ten years. Originally more deep-rooted in the more traditional roots and foundation stylings of Reggae that helped to build their reputation as a serious act, their music (starting from 2003) began to take a direction toward a more modern, spaced-out sound with an occasional blend of the traditional. As such, their music has been described by the New York Daily News as "more Massive Attack than Marley", and "reverent and revolutionary at the same time", a nod to their futuristic take on reggae music and their ability to put a unique twist on this music.
The group has been called "America's best and most original reggae band" , and continues to play almost exclusively original material. They have performed with a variety of groups, representing a wide-range of genres, over the years. This includes well known acts such as: Dave Matthews Band, Ozomatli, Broken Social Scene, and Jurassic 5. They have also headlined tours across the nation at the theater level.
Steve Riley
& the Mamou Playboys
Saturday, August 1
9:00pm
$15
Yarn's organic blend of alt-country music has the warmth of old vinyl, the soul of Gram Parsons and the lyrcism and profound musicianship that only comes from each members dedicated musical journeys. This newly formed Brooklyn based band has used their songwriting, guitars, mandolins, and shining vocal harmonies to capture a passionate following throughout the East Coast.
After Work Brews & Blues
with
Blues Flash
Friday, August 7
5:00pm
Free
Dar Williams
with Stephen Kellogg
Thursday, August 13
9:00pm
$25 adv $30 day of show
Williams' growth as a person over her 15-year career has gone hand-in-hand with her evolution as an artist. Raised in Chappaqua, NY, and educated at Wesleyan University, Williams spent 10 years living in the thriving artistic community of Northampton, MA, where she began to make the rounds on the coffeehouse circuit. An early fan of her music was Joan Baez, who took Williams out on the road and recorded several of her songs. Williams self-released her debut album, The Honesty Room in 1993, then signed with Razor & Tie Entertainment in 1995, which has been her label home ever since. She has released one live album — Out There Live (2001); six studio albums — The Honesty Room (1993), Mortal City (1996), End of the Summer (1997), The Green World (2000), The Beauty of the Rain (2003), and My Better Self (2005); and one live DVD — Live at Bearsville Theater (2007).
Through it all, Williams' motivation as an artist is to "experience meaning without fooling myself," she says. "There are these moments where everything feels connected, and I think my art is about trying to find the stories that make us feel connected. That's the verve of my life. It's what keeps things interesting."
After Work Brews & Blues
with
Blues Catz
Friday, August 21
5:00pm
Free
Yarn
Friday, August 21
10:00pm
$7
Yarn's organic blend of alt-country music has the warmth of old vinyl, the soul of Gram Parsons and the lyrcism and profound musicianship that only comes from each members dedicated musical journeys. This newly formed Brooklyn based band has used their songwriting, guitars, mandolins, and shining vocal harmonies to capture a passionate following throughout the East Coast.
The Fredds
Saturday, September 12
9:00pm
| 07/03/09 | Lisa Limm Band 5:00 Free |
| 07/03/09 | Lost Satellites 10:00 $10 |
| 07/10/09 | Mattie Phifer Band 5:00 Free |
| 07/10/09 | Eric Lindell 10:00 $13adv $15 dos |
| 07/11/09 | Hollis Brown 9:00 $7 |
| 07/14/09 | RJS Presents Jay Hoggard 7:00 $10/$15/$20 |
| 07/17/09 | Mo Debree 5:00 Free |
| 07/17/09 | Souler Coaster 10:00 $7 |
| 07/18/09 | Age of Excess 10:00 $7 |
| 07/19/09 | RCBS Presents Smokin Joe $12adv $15dos 2:00 |
| 07/19/09 | Musicians Jam 7:00 Free |
| 07/24/09 | Chris Ayer & John Callaway 10:00 $6 |
| 07/25/09 | Dean Fields 9:00 $6 |
| 07/31/09 | Forrest McDonald 5:00 Free |
| 07/31/09 | John Brown's Body 10:00 $15/$17 |
| 08/01/09 | Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys 9:00 |
| 08/07/09 | Blues Flash 5:00 Free |
| 08/07/09 | JP Soars & the Red Hots |
| 08/13/09 | Dar Williams with Stephen Kellogg 8:00 $25adv $30dos |
| 08/21/09 | Bluz Catz 5:00 Free |
| 08/21/09 | Yarn 10:00 $7 |
| 09/05/2009 | Food Stock |
| 09/12/09 | The Fredds 9:00 |
| 09/18/2009 | Oktoberfest |
| 09/19/2009 | Oktoberfest |
| 09/25/2009 | Dean Fields 10:00 |
| 09/26/2009 | Midlothian High School Renunion |
