Freight & Salvage - Events Feed

Jim Bruno, Bonnie Hayes, Carol Denney

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:56:24 -0700

Start: Friday, July 30, 2010

End: Friday, July 30, 2010

Three stellar Bay Area songcrafters grace our stage tonight!

Smithsonian Folkways artist Jim Bruno has spent the past three decades performing and writing intelligent, compelling songs, which have been recorded by the likes of Shawn Colvin, Mary Lou Lord, and Cliff Eberhardt. Jim has performed across the U.S. and in Europe, and currently teaches songwriting at the Freight & Salvage School of Music. Tonight he spotlights tunes from his new CD, alright, alright.

West Coast Live

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:44:40 -0700

Start: Saturday, July 31, 2010

End: Saturday, July 31, 2010

Two hours of slow-food radio with conversation, music, and play, from 10 am to noon. Tickets are $15.00 advance, $18.00 at door. Puchase advance tickets online through Ticketweb, or call the West Coast Live reservations line at 415-664-9500.

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Darryl Henriques

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:59:11 -0700

Start: Saturday, July 31, 2010

End: Saturday, July 31, 2010

Here to provide solace (or at least a little perspective) in troubled times, Hollywood actor, author, storyteller, and comic Darryl Henriques once again takes the Freight stage for an evening of razor-sharp wit and off-the-wall observations on the human condition.

Dar Williams

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:34:23 -0700

Start: Sunday, August 1, 2010

End: Sunday, August 1, 2010

There will be some limited standing room only tickets available once the show starts at 8:00 pm for $25.50.

Erika Luckett & Lisa Ferraro

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:48:04 -0700

Start: Thursday, August 5, 2010

End: Thursday, August 5, 2010

Join award-winning singer-songwriter and innovative guitarist, Erika Luckett, and soulful jazz vocalist Lisa Ferraro for a performance celebrating the release of their new duo CD, Awe.

Anais Mitchell

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:48:33 -0700

Start: Friday, August 6, 2010

End: Friday, August 6, 2010

Singer-songwriter and winner of the prestigious New Folk award at the 2003 Kerrville Folk Festival, Vermont native Anais Mitchell performs distinctive, meticulously written songs, backed by Jefferson Hamer and Rachel Ries. With the sound of a world-weary waif, Anais' otherworldly voice is a striking counterpoint to the intensity of her lyrics, which fuse personal and political themes into vibrant, literate songs.

49 Special

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:00:26 -0700

Start: Saturday, August 7, 2010

End: Saturday, August 7, 2010

They brought the house down at their Freight debut last February as past of Dr. K's Homwegrown Roots Revue; now they're back to headline an evening of fabulous music! Called "One of the brightest new lights illuminating San Francisco's bluegrass music" by CBA's Bluegrass Breakdown, 49 Special's repertoire of great original songs reveals influences from country and blues, as well as from traditional and progressive bluegrass.

Renold & Caution Shonhai, Erica Azim

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:56:06 -0700

Start: Sunday, August 8, 2010

End: Sunday, August 8, 2010

Mbira music has been used by the Shona people of Zimbabwe in religious and secular ceremonies for over a millennium. The instrument, made of two dozen metal keys mounted on a wood soundboard inside a resonating calabash gourd and played with the thumbs, produces music that combines entrancing melodies with invigorating polyphony and polyrhythms.

Freight Open Mic

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:05:27 -0700

Start: Tuesday, August 10, 2010

End: Tuesday, August 10, 2010

All performers are welcome to participate in this event that has produced some of our brightest performers, including: Shawn Colvin, Dana Carvey, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Patrick Landeza.

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS! One unique aspect of our Open Mic is that, unlike those held in noisy bars where people show up in spite of the fact that there's live music, you will be playing to a supportive group of friends and performers who are actually listening!!!

Cindy Combs plus Stephen Inglis

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:11:53 -0700

Start: Thursday, August 12, 2010

End: Thursday, August 12, 2010

Two Hawaiian guitarists known for their diverse musical styles, Cindy Combs and Stephen Inglis take the Freight for a mid-August trip through an eclectic blend of musical genres, with a hefty dose of slack key guitar magic.

Livingston Taylor

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:37:36 -0700

Start: Friday, August 13, 2010

End: Friday, August 13, 2010

Singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor returns to the Freight stage to lift our spirits and engage our minds with his well-crafted, melodic, intelligent folk-pop. An unrepentant romantic with a razor-sharp wit and a quirky view of the world, the Boston-based artist rounds out his impeccable musical performances with wry humor and a warm stage presence.

New Directions, Jody Stecher

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:12:47 -0700

Start: Saturday, August 14, 2010

End: Saturday, August 14, 2010

Join us for an amazing evening of Indian classical music!

The Klez-X

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 10:07:13 -0700

Start: Sunday, August 15, 2010

End: Sunday, August 15, 2010

From the vanguard of new Jewish music, the Klez-X brings an evening of unbridled innovation, amazing virtuosity, and irresistible soul.

West Coast Songwriters Competition

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 15:19:47 -0700

Start: Monday, August 16, 2010

End: Monday, August 16, 2010

Come check out the future when the West Coast Songwriters Association presents its monthly Freight & Salvage Songwriter Competition, where members get the chance to take the stage and perform their material before a live audience. Performers sign up from 6:45 to 7:20, and at 7:30 the show's on!

Freight Open Mic

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:06:30 -0700

Start: Tuesday, August 17, 2010

End: Tuesday, August 17, 2010

All performers are welcome to participate in this event that has produced some of our brightest performers, including: Shawn Colvin, Dana Carvey, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Patrick Landeza.

Joy Kills Sorrow

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:39:15 -0700

Start: Wednesday, August 18, 2010

End: Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Boston-based string band Joy Kills Sorrow brings a decidedly modern sensibility to an old-world sound, channeling the prodigious talents of its individual members into elegant arrangements and well-crafted songs. While the group pays due homage to its bluegrass roots—its name is taken from WJKS, a radio station that broadcasted the Monroe brothers' show in the 1930s—the band truly excels in its rich and textured treatment of more contemporary material.

Alex De Grassi, Bob Brozman, Walter Strauss

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:07:45 -0700

Start: Thursday, August 19, 2010

End: Thursday, August 19, 2010

Three modern guitar masters with global perspectives take solo turns on our stage!

Phil Marsh

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:58:59 -0700

Start: Friday, August 20, 2010

End: Friday, August 20, 2010

Dancers from En Cri's ‘70's gigs at The Ordinary in Oakland and early Chez Panisse and other Old Berkeley parties be alerted!! Tonight, Phil Marsh, the singing, strumming folk-to-country-to-blues troubadour reunites the original Energy Crisis group featuring Bruce Barthol, bass, and Tom Ralston on drums.

First Annual West Coast Jug Band Jubilee

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 14:33:02 -0700

Start: Saturday, August 21, 2010

End: Saturday, August 21, 2010

Come on out and jug till you can jug no more! This all-day all-jug band extravaganza features two separate concerts, workshops, and more hand-made, home-grown music than you can shake a gut-bucket at!

The afternoon show features Jugtown Pirates, Devine's Jug Band, Skiffle Symphony with Kenny Hall, Lavay Smith & her Red Hot Jug Band, and Toshio Hirano.

First Annual West Coast Jug Band Jubilee

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 14:37:36 -0700

Start: Saturday, August 21, 2010

End: Saturday, August 21, 2010

Come on out and jug till you can jug no more! This all-day all-jug band extravaganza features two separate concerts, two workshops, and more hand-made, home-grown music than you can shake a gut-bucket at!

The evening show features Maria Muldaur & Her Garden of Joy Jug Band, Quinn Deveaux & the Juggy Tubsters, and Kally Price.

West Coast Songwriters Competition Finals

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:17:10 -0700

Start: Sunday, August 22, 2010

End: Sunday, August 22, 2010

Check out some of California's finest songwriters at the West Coast Songwriters' Open Mic annual playoffs' grand final concert! The top contenders from WCS playoff events in 10 regions—Portland, Martinez, Saratoga, Petaluma, Sebastopol, Sacramento, Redwood City, Berkeley, San Francisco, and Hollywood—take the stage to present their winning original songs at this special concert.

Freight Open Mic

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:06:57 -0700

Start: Tuesday, August 24, 2010

End: Tuesday, August 24, 2010

All performers are welcome to participate in this event that has produced some of our brightest performers, including: Shawn Colvin, Dana Carvey, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Patrick Landeza.

Peter Case

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:32:37 -0700

Start: Wednesday, August 25, 2010

End: Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Three-time Grammy nominee and acclaimed singer-songwriter Peter Case has carved out an impressive niche for himself. His dynamic, emotionally charged musical blend reveals the wide terrain Peter has ranged since he began performing in the mid-sixties, including stints with the groundbreaking punk band The Nerves and with new wave pioneers The Plimsouls, before he took a dive into the deep end of folk music over a decade ago.

Fiddle Summit: Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas, Darol Anger's Republic of Strings, Kimberley Fraser and Cali McKasson, Mary Ann Kennedy, Tony McManus, Nic Gareiss

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:13:14 -0700

Start: Thursday, August 26, 2010

End: Thursday, August 26, 2010

Late August already? It must be time for the Freight's anniversary in downtown Berkeley! Dig out your party hats and come on over to help us celebrate one year in our new home with a rousing evening of fiddle magic steeped in talent and tradition: the 22nd annual Freight Fiddle Summit.

Edlos

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:34:36 -0700

Start: Friday, August 27, 2010

End: Friday, August 27, 2010

Say it isn't so...the Edlos, retiring? Make sure you don't miss this dynamic a cappella quartet as they kick off their Farewell Tour on our stage with an all-ages evening of beautifully harmonized swan songs.

Anniversary Open House

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:32:51 -0700

Start: Saturday, August 28, 2010

End: Saturday, August 28, 2010

Come join us for our anniversary Community Open House! Music fills the Freight from ceiling to roof as we throw open our doors from noon to 4:00 pm today for a free, familyfriendly musical celebration featuring an amazing array of performances and workshops for folks, kids, and folks with kids!

Shana Morrison

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:48:16 -0700

Start: Saturday, August 28, 2010

End: Saturday, August 28, 2010

Shana Morrison, who began her singing career performing duets with her father, Van, in his Rhythm and Soul Revue, always puts in a powerful performance.

Turtle Island Quartet

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:52:07 -0700

Start: Sunday, August 29, 2010

End: Sunday, August 29, 2010

Since its beginnings in 1985, the Turtle Island Quartet has been a singular force in the creation of bold, new trends in chamber music for strings. Made up of four virtuosos dedicated to taking the traditional string quartet format into new territory, the Grammy-winning group brings zest, humor, imagination, and brilliant technique to bear as they fuse the classical quartet esthetic with contemporary American musical styles in performances that redefine and honor both.

Classical at the Freight presents ViolaMania

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:35:58 -0700

Start: Monday, August 30, 2010

End: Monday, August 30, 2010

Join the party, as the Bay Area's top professional violists come together for an evening of alto clef, viola jokes, and great music to celebrate the rebirth of the Northern California Viola Society. Watch our "viola progressive" onstage, as we attempt to set a new Guinness world record for the largest viola ensemble ever. Violists, please bring your axe and join us.

Freight Open Mic

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:36:25 -0700

Start: Tuesday, August 31, 2010

End: Tuesday, August 31, 2010

All performers are welcome to participate in this event that has produced some of our brightest performers, including: Shawn Colvin, Dana Carvey, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Patrick Landeza.

Elephant Revival, Taarka

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:00:18 -0700

Start: Thursday, September 2, 2010

End: Thursday, September 2, 2010

Two Colorado-based, un-pigeonhole-able groups play a double bill offering borderless inspiration, positive vibes, and contemporary reimaginings of tradition.

Dr. K's Home Grown Roots Revue: J. L. Stiles, Dana Hubbard, Amanda West

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:35:54 -0700

Start: Friday, September 3, 2010

End: Friday, September 3, 2010

A triple bill of local singer-songwriters: Just what the doctor ordered! Dr. K, that is, bringing his monthly dose of local talent to our stage for a great evening's entertainment.

Clockwork, Leftover Dreams

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:53:01 -0700

Start: Saturday, September 4, 2010

End: Saturday, September 4, 2010

Come treat your ears to a musical feast tonight, with jazz-tinged harmonizing and gems from the Great American Songbook, as Clockwork and Leftover Dreams split the bill.

Will Durst, Johnny Steele, Deb & Mike

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:39:22 -0700

Start: Sunday, September 5, 2010

End: Sunday, September 5, 2010

Join us for comedy and improv night at the Freight!

Hawaiian Legacy Tour: Keoki Kahumoku, Herb Ohta, Jr, Patrick Landeza

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:37:09 -0700

Start: Wednesday, September 8, 2010

End: Wednesday, September 8, 2010

The Hawaiian Legacy Tour blows in to the Freight tonight, gathering the vibrant younger generation of Hawaiian music masters together on our stage. Grammy award winner Keoki Kahumoku, Herb Ohta, Jr. and Patrick Landeza bring the knowledge and styles of their teachers to the forefront as they highlight their unique slant on traditional ‘ukulele and Hawaiian slack key guitar.

Berkeley Old Time Music Convention

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:50:02 -0700

Start: Thursday, September 9, 2010

End: Thursday, September 9, 2010

Look out, it's time to bust out and cut loose with the 2010 edition of the Berkeley Old Time Music Convention! Tonight's festivities feature the rousing mountain music of Jimmy Triplett, Scott Prouty & Andy FitzGibbon; beautiful harmonizing from Cliff Perry & Laurel Bliss; and country blues and hillbilly ragtime with Del Rey & Suzy Thompson.

Berkeley Old Time Music Convention

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 16:37:20 -0700

Start: Friday, September 10, 2010

End: Friday, September 10, 2010

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Faith Petric

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:03:17 -0700

Start: Saturday, September 11, 2010

End: Saturday, September 11, 2010

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David Wilcox

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:50:02 -0700

Start: Sunday, September 12, 2010

End: Sunday, September 12, 2010

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Shawn Phillips

Mon, 24 May 2010 18:11:51 -0700

Start: Monday, September 13, 2010

End: Monday, September 13, 2010

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Bill Monroe Birthday Tribute

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:38:39 -0700

Start: Tuesday, September 14, 2010

End: Tuesday, September 14, 2010

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Phil Berkowitz: Louie's Blues

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:51:11 -0700

Start: Wednesday, September 15, 2010

End: Wednesday, September 15, 2010

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Weldon Kekauoha

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:14:37 -0700

Start: Thursday, September 16, 2010

End: Thursday, September 16, 2010

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Ellis Paul

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:51:48 -0700

Start: Friday, September 17, 2010

End: Friday, September 17, 2010

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Shay Black

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:14:59 -0700

Start: Saturday, September 18, 2010

End: Saturday, September 18, 2010

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Jesse Winchester

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:52:44 -0700

Start: Sunday, September 19, 2010

End: Sunday, September 19, 2010

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Laurence Juber

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:17:02 -0700

Start: Tuesday, September 21, 2010

End: Tuesday, September 21, 2010

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Lúnasa

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:15:30 -0700

Start: Wednesday, September 22, 2010

End: Wednesday, September 22, 2010

One of Ireland's hottest traditional bands, Lúnasa's fiery style features buoyant rhythms, wondrously tight playing, and inventive arrangements that seek out the heartbeat of each tune with its distinctive use of upright bass and percussive guitar. The resulting sound is distinctly Irish, yet informed by jazz and other improvisational music forms.

Christine Lavin

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:37:46 -0700

Start: Thursday, September 23, 2010

End: Thursday, September 23, 2010

Christine Lavin celebrates 25 years of songwriting and performance with a new concert and a new book. My 25th Anniversary Concert: What Was I (EVER!) Thinking? pulls out all the stops as Christine reprises some of her early hits while introducing her latest. The concert is vintage Lavin combining signature songs with hilarious story as she recounts the people, events, near disasters and minor miracles that have defined her life and music.

Po' Girl

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:17:37 -0700

Start: Friday, September 24, 2010

End: Friday, September 24, 2010

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House Jacks

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:59:31 -0700

Start: Saturday, September 25, 2010

End: Saturday, September 25, 2010

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Luce, Jesse Brewster, Garrin Benfield

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:59:43 -0700

Start: Sunday, September 26, 2010

End: Sunday, September 26, 2010

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Classical at the Freight presents Michel Taddei (double bass) & Friends

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:28:19 -0700

Start: Monday, September 27, 2010

End: Monday, September 27, 2010

Join us for this special evening on the low end of the sonic spectrum. Michel Taddei, principal bassist for the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra and many other fine local ensembles, returns to the Freight to dazzle us with his showmanship, virtuoso technique, and a few pieces for the double bass that we probably never knew existed. Had enough of those screechy violins? This is the program for you!

Freight Open Mic

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:39:53 -0700

Start: Tuesday, September 28, 2010

End: Tuesday, September 28, 2010

All performers are welcome to participate in this event that has produced some of our brightest performers, including: Shawn Colvin, Dana Carvey, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Patrick Landeza.

Ledward Kaapana

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:15:51 -0700

Start: Wednesday, September 29, 2010

End: Wednesday, September 29, 2010

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Ralph Stanley & the Clinch Mountain Boys

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 18:01:34 -0700

Start: Thursday, September 30, 2010

End: Thursday, September 30, 2010

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Soul Power w/ Eastside Horns

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:40:52 -0700

Start: Friday, October 1, 2010

End: Friday, October 1, 2010

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Tito y su Son de Cuba

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:16:21 -0700

Start: Saturday, October 2, 2010

End: Saturday, October 2, 2010

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Vishtèn

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:16:41 -0700

Start: Sunday, October 3, 2010

End: Sunday, October 3, 2010

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Niamh Parsons & Graham Dunne

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:18:38 -0700

Start: Tuesday, October 5, 2010

End: Tuesday, October 5, 2010

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Dr. K's Home Grown Roots Revue: Brothers Comatose, Evie Ladin Band, Skinny Stringband

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:28:58 -0700

Start: Thursday, October 7, 2010

End: Thursday, October 7, 2010

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City Folk

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:33:02 -0700

Start: Friday, October 8, 2010

End: Friday, October 8, 2010

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Roy Rogers & the Delta Rhythm Kings

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:30:40 -0700

Start: Saturday, October 9, 2010

End: Saturday, October 9, 2010

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Grievous Angel: the Legend of Gram Parsons

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:35:44 -0700

Start: Thursday, October 14, 2010

End: Thursday, October 14, 2010

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Los Cenzontles

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:41:44 -0700

Start: Friday, October 15, 2010

End: Friday, October 15, 2010

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the Earl Brothers

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:04:08 -0700

Start: Saturday, October 16, 2010

End: Saturday, October 16, 2010

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Neydavood Ensemble

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:05:43 -0700

Start: Sunday, October 17, 2010

End: Sunday, October 17, 2010

Bearfoot

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:07:28 -0700

Start: Wednesday, October 20, 2010

End: Wednesday, October 20, 2010

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Jami Sieber

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:38:54 -0700

Start: Thursday, October 21, 2010

End: Thursday, October 21, 2010

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Capathia Jenkins & Louis Rosen

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:26:27 -0700

Start: Friday, October 22, 2010

End: Friday, October 22, 2010

She is a jazz/pop vocalist and Broadway musical actress. He is a multi-award winning songwriter, guitarist and pianist.

Country Joe McDonald

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:46:53 -0700

Start: Saturday, October 23, 2010

End: Saturday, October 23, 2010

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UpSurge!

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:06:58 -0700

Start: Sunday, October 24, 2010

End: Sunday, October 24, 2010

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Peter Mulvey, Jeffrey Foucault

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:10:43 -0700

Start: Tuesday, October 26, 2010

End: Tuesday, October 26, 2010

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Richard Smith & Julie Adams

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:26:12 -0700

Start: Wednesday, October 27, 2010

End: Wednesday, October 27, 2010

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Hot Rize

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:12:40 -0700

Start: Thursday, October 28, 2010

End: Thursday, October 28, 2010

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Reilly & Maloney

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:51:46 -0700

Start: Friday, October 29, 2010

End: Friday, October 29, 2010

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Wake the Dead

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:53:26 -0700

Start: Saturday, October 30, 2010

End: Saturday, October 30, 2010

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