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Calendar of Events
June
Kalo - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
June 16, 2012 7pm  KALO is a soulful, bluesy, rock acoustic duo out of Indianapolis Indiana. The dynamic pair consists of Kara Cole and Alan Long. These two have only been playing music together for a little over a year. High school mates several years a part reconnected after graduating. When making the decision to work together they were both uneasy about how it would work out. It wasn't long after their first practice that they knew that they had something so different than they had ever had. They have been hitting the scene all over Indianapolis and they are pumped about what's to come in the near future! spread the ((love))  -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line. 
Walker County - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
June 9, 2012 7pm  Desa Records recording artist, "Walker County" is a family band that hails from Sulphur Springs Indiana. The band consists of, lead singer and rhythm guitar player, 16 year old Ivy Dene Walker, her sister, 13 year old Sophie Dawn Walker on drums, their father Billy on lead guitar, and their cousin Jim on bass. The Band got its start in the summer of 2007 street performing on Nashville Tennessee's famous Broadway, singing standards from Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, and the likes. The Band played for the next several years at any and every event that came their way. They could be found, playing nearly every weekend somewhere around the State. The Band was originally an acoustic act that performed bluegrass standards, classic country, and folk music. Finding many of their gigs at county fairs, fund raiser, and parties, they learned to be prepared and how to entertain almost any kind of crowd. As the girls grew older, the band began to start expanding their sets to include popular favorites, and their own original music. This really fit the band well and the girls blossomed as performers. It also opened a whole new world of performing possibilities. Ivy Dene, the lead singer had been performing the National Anthem for years, and was now starting to sing at major sporting events in the area such as the Indianapolis Indians games, Hoosier Horse Fair Rodeo, racing events, and The Hall of Fame Classic. The band as a whole started adding shows to their resume' that included The Indiana State Fair, World Famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge in Nashville, a three day stint at 2010 CMA Fest, and The Pepsi Coliseum. While playing larger shows, the band did not stray away from anything that came their way, still playing local benefits and intimate venues. This family band blends a great mix of country, rock, southern rock, pop, and soul to make for a very entertaining show. Always writing and trying to keep up with current music, while never abandoning the classics has been a great recipe for this band, and their fans. Like the weather in Indiana, it won't be very long before something different comes along! Walker County is currently in the studio working on a brand new cd, due out this spring or early summer!  -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line.
Bomar and Ritter - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
June 2, 2012 7pm  Mary Bomar and Bob Ritter met in 1989 in Nashville, Tennessee and since then have been performing their brand of contemporary folk / pop / Americana music. Combining a list of strong originals and cover tunes, they are known for their exceptional blend of vocal harmony, intricate guitar arrangements and easygoing stage manner.They are veterans of the small club and coffeehouse circuit, having performed in venues such as Nashville's nationally known Bluebird Cafe, The Acoustic Sounds Cafe in Little Rock, Arkansas, The 9th Street Bakery in Durham, North Carolina, Lakota Coffee House in Columbia Missouri, and many other sites throughout the South, East and Midwest. Their CD release, "The First Step", is a timeless collection of thought provoking songs, which has had great appeal to audiences of all ages. They are currently working on a long overdue follow-up CD. Bomar and Ritter have opened shows for or have shared billing with acclaimed folk artist Kate Campbell, bluegrass legends Eddie and Martha Adcock, Grand Ole Opry performer Jim Smoak, and Grammy Award winning gospel group, The Blackwoods. In June 2002, Mary and Bob bought a house and moved to rural southeast Indiana on land once owned by Bob's great-great grandfather. From this inspiring location they continue to write and record their own material, and perform to an ever-growing number of faithful fans in venues throughout the region. -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line. May
The Whipstitch Sallies - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
May 5, 2012 7pm  **Winners of the Shady Grove Fiddle Festival band competition, July 2011** After their debut festival appearance in July 2010 alongside Goldmine Pickers (Goshen, IN) and The Steel Wheels (Harrisonburg, VA), the group performed regularly in Nashville, IN and Indianapolis. According to The Indianapolis Star, "The Whipstitch Sallies have been creating a buzz on the local...music scene" as they enter their third year of performing. They have taken their old-time, folk, and bluegrass music as far south as Owensborough, KY and as far north as Berrien Springs, MI, where they won the award for best competing band at the Shady Grove Fiddle Festival in 2011. Their self-titled album also features "original, well-crafted lyrics" that show "a knack for getting phrasing just right," according to reviews. Fans say that the four-piece string band is at its best when joining voices in harmony. Front-woman Allie Burbrink's vocals blend beautifully with Kat Erickson's sweet harmonies and Sam Robert's strong alto. Newcomer Katie Burk's vocals also add a nice vintage sound to the group. The Whipstitch Sallies layer their vocals over a refreshing new take on traditional instruments including the guitar, bass, mandolin, and fiddle. Their individual and unique musical backgrounds influence their interpretation of the music and how it is played. Together, these entertaining young ladies will delight you with their interesting arrangements and vocal harmonies. -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line. April
Michael Kelsey - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
April 28, 2012 7pm MICHAEL KELSEY cannot be limited to a simple description. When you listen to his music and see him perform live you're witnessing more than a just another inger-songwriter. You're watching a rhythmic, inspired guitarist and performance artist who brews soul, funk and even a little bit of the blues into a guitar festival of organic sound. Multi-instrumentalist Kelsey has been known to blend many musical genres with fervor and grace. When he hits the stage to perform, he plays every inch of his guitar and makes it sing, soar, pop and ping--by strumming it, pounding it and pulling every part of it or anything else an arm's length or foot kick away. "There is a five piece band in my head. They all have different tastes in music and they are all trying to escape at the same time through my hands, feet and mouth. I hang onto an acoustic guitar and see what happens," Kelsey sums up his stage show aptly. He is well versed in the art of entertaining and at every show he creates a rare army of sound that comes from one man, a voice and an acoustic guitar. Kelsey's abilities have enabled him to be noticed by many. A finalist in Guitar Player Magazine's national competition and winner of Guitar Center's "Guitarmageddon," chosen as best unsigned guitarist out of over 3000 entrants nationwide says it all. This allowed him to be apart of Eric Clapton's Crossroads 2004 performance where he shared the stage with many of the guitar legends such as Santana, Steve Vai, and Eric Clapton. "Michael Kelsey's performance is more than just song and lyrics - it is an experience. Beat boxing, acoustic guitar, percussion on a turntable...Kelsey transcends the solo singer-songwriter performance." - Nuvo Magazine For more info visit http://www.MichaelKelsey.com  -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line.
Ma Crow and the Lady Slippers - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
April 21, 2012 7pm  Ma Crow and The Lady Slippers is an all-female bluegrass band from Cincinnati, Ohio, and a 2011 Cincinnati Entertainment Award nominee. Ma Crow is a legendary acoustic artist in the Cincinnati area, a CAMMY (a Cincinnati Grammy) award winner, and a multi-nominee for the Cincinnati Entertainment Awards. Ma Crow's past performances have included the Ohio State Fair, Tall Stacks, the Appalachian Festival, the Wool Festival, Queen City Balladeers summer concerts, Taste of Cincinnati, Richwood Bluegrass Festival, and live radio shows at WNKU in Northern Kentucky; WYSO in Yellow Springs, Ohio; WPFB in Middletown, Ohio; WFPK in Louisville, Kentucky; WAIF in Cincinnati, Ohio; and WGAD in Lexington, Kentucky. The Lady Slippers include Ma Crow (vocals and guitar), Trina Emig (banjo and mandolin), Margie Drees (vocals and fiddle), and Vicki Abbott (vocals and bass). Each member brings decades of professional experience, creating a unique blend of superb instrumentation and vocals. Some of the band's recent performances include the historic Hoosier Theater in Vevay, Indiana; the Red Barn Radio Hour in Lexington, Kentucky; the Richwood Opry in Richwood, Kentucky; and the historic General Store in Rabbit Hash, Kentucky. In November, 2011, The Lady Slippers were featured in an article in the well-known Cincinnati arts and entertainment magazine City Beat and were one of only six bands selected to perform at the prestigious Cincinnati Entertainment Awards at the Madison Theater. Ma Crow's latest CD, Smoky Junction, received a stellar review in the Cincinnati Enquirer in December, 2011, and was listed in City Beat as one of the top 100 CD's in Cincinnati for 2011. The CD was also selected by the Cincinnati Public Library to be added to their musical inventory and was reviewed in the national publication Bluegrass Unlimited. From ballads to bluegrass and old-time to contemporary, this beautiful acoustic music is filled with masterful instrumentals and sweet mountain harmonies. This band values every show and strives to make each one special, knowing that music is a treasure and gift to be shared. 513-861-6785 -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line.
J.C. Clements with Aaron Moses - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
April 14, 2012 7pm  Born in Southern Indiana, J. C. Clements was playing guitar at a local music store at the young age of 12 when she was spotted by a nephew to Lonnie Mack. When she heard his music she was hooked! As soon as she turned 21 she moved north and quickly found her place in the Chicago blues scene. She landed side man gigs with A. C. Reed and Shirley King, daughter to blues great B. B. King. She founded her own band releasing two great albums. The second one, with legendary musicians such as George Baze, Brother John Kattke, Pookie Young from Lil' Ed, Matt Skoller, and many more. She has shared the stage with greats like Wayne Baker Brooks, Quintus McCormick, and Sugar Blue. She earned the honor of fronting the house jam band at Buddy Guy's Legends for 2 years and moved out of Chicago back to her roots to develop artistically with her changing style, Americana. Website info: www.jcclements.com -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line. March
Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
March 31, 2012 7pm Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel is from Kokomo, Indiana, (everyone is from somewhere!) United States. Formed in 1993... They were voted the Best Blues Band in Indiana by the Slippery Noodle Inn, in Indianapolis, IN and The Crossroads Blues Society. They perform top venues and high-profile festivals continuously in Chicago (House of Blues), Cleveland (House of Blues), Cincinnati (REDS Stadium), Austin and Dallas, TX, Louisville, Nashville and Memphis, TN, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York, Michigan, and all over their home state of Indiana (including the Indy 500 and INDY JAZZ FEST 04,07,08!). All tour dates are in support of our 6 CD releases ('98,'01,'04, LIVE '04,'07, '10) They have shared the stage with musical giants such as, BB King, Buddy Guy(4x), Al Green, Robert Cray(3x), Double Trouble (Mike fronted DT in Nashville, TN. 20th Anniversary SRV Memorial Concert 2010), Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Tower of Power (2x), WC Clark, Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Walter Trout, Chris Duarte, Lonnie Brooks, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Bela Fleck & The Flecktones, Long John Hunter, Martin/Medeski/Scofield/Wood, GE Smith (SNL), Fabulous Thunderbirds, Smokey Smothers, Tommy Castro, Carl Weathersby, James Hunter, Joe Bonamassa, Lil Ed, Shannon Curfman (Now with Kid Rock), Aretha Franklin... In 2007, LIVE! and Timing is Everything CDs were picked up for national distribution by all Meijer and Best Buy stores and named "Top Selling Artist of 2008", by Audio Recon, MMSS's digital distributor. Audio Recon is responsible for placing MMSS tunes on iTunes, Emusic, Rhapsody... "Mike plays with that indefinable, yet very real thing called soul, that thing about being real that one always knows when it's there" Snip of review from Buddy Guy show. INdy . 9-5-05 by George Fish "Mike's so good I should've been carrying his sh*# !" funny quote from Tommy Shannon (Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble). 8-28-2010 "We keep it simple, play from the heart, and reach out to those suffering and celebrating." ...Mike  -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line.
Blue Mafia Band - The Edinburgh Pixy Theatre
March 24, 2012 7pm Formed by Tony and Dara Wray, this band has an amazing combination of seasoned veterans and rising stars! Their love for bluegrass music comes through in every song, every performance.  -- Ticket Prices -- Adult: $10 Tickets are available at the door thirty minutes prior to showtime and on-line. |
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