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January 8th, 2011 - The Spring Standards An energetic force of three-part harmony circling over a rock n' roll sound with an old country aftertaste. From small towns to big cities, they explode on stage with spirit, spontaneity, and a style all their own. They are, in no particular order: James Cleare, James Smith and Heather Robb. Each member of the band is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, and they use their strengths as a trio to create a sound that listeners might expect from a band twice their size. With an emphasis on three-part harmony and a variety of in-strumental switching, their range and energy make each live show a unique event. An independent band in virtually every sense of the word (no label, no publisher, etc,) The Spring Standards have let their music speak for itself, and have seen a path unfold for them that just seems to get better and better. Their EP No One Will Know (co-produced by Rhett Miller of The Old 97s,) was released in August and celebrated with a packed New York CD release party at The Bowery Ballroom. Within weeks of the release, the band celebrated their national television debut on NBC-TV's Late Night with Conan O'Brien.
www.thespringstandards.com
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February 19th, 2011 - Tracy Grammer In an increasingly widening circle that includes Mary Chapin Carpenter, Joan Baez, Richard Shindell, and the mainstream press, Tracy Grammer is known as one of the finest singers and musicians anywhere. Her pure, captivating voice cuts right to the heart of her audience and her mastery of the various instruments she plays: fiddle, guitar, and banjo, completes an impressive package. Having worked along side of the late, beloved Dave Carter, Tracy has emerged to the harmony of much deserved accolades. She continues to sound fresh yet timeless, reverential but not worshipful. She has become a force in her own right and is well on her way to what will surely be a long and fruitful quest for authenticity through music.
www.tracygrammer.com

March 12th, 2011 - Jonah Smith Soul, country, blues and folk. Back by popular demand, Smith brings his unique blend of styles, powerful vocals, introspective lyrics and killer piano to the cafe along with a trio of exceptional musicians. "...there's a great musician out of New York named Jonah Smith. Look him up." - Good morning America. Track by track, his latest work, Lights On, tells tales of a cross-country adventure from the Dust Bowl to Brooklyn.
www.jonahsmith.com

April 9th, 2011 - Brother Sun A contemporary gospel, blues and folk. Brother Sun is Pat Wictor, Greg Greenway, and Joe Jencks. Independently brilliant, collectively stellar. Not to be missed. Their harmonies, as much as their lyrics, tell what they are about: warm as a campfire, stirring as a gospel church, rousing as a call to arms. Their combined musical skills should make for an unforgettable evening - three rich voices blending on a well-crafted foundation of guitar, slide guitar and piano.
www.brothersun.com