songwriting.
Co-headliner Pablo Cruise to play set with Ambrosia at July 8 Concert Under the Stars
Submitted by editor on Sat, 06/27/2015 - 7:59amHistory will be made when Pablo Cruise and Ambrosia perform at Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit for The Greenhouse Project, Wednesday, July 8 at Cafe at Adele’s, as this is the first time both bands not only co-headline the event, but will play a set together, something both bands have long wanted to do.
Tahoe WordWave 2015 lineup announced
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/01/2015 - 8:14pmWriters, readers and performers from all around the country will appear at South Lake Tahoe Oct. 9-11, 2015 for WordWave, a three-day festival held on the grounds of Valhalla at the Tallac Historic Site. This literary mash-up will feature oral storytelling, theater performances and free readings, panels on craft, yoga, and a novel writing camp for kids. Highlights include a one-act playwriting contest, a Maker’s Station demo with bookbinding, letterpress, drum making, and found poetry and art. Ticketed events include a steampunk ball, workshops, and even a hike.
Unlimited possibilities: Carson City reaches beyond National Library Week
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/14/2015 - 11:24pmWhat if: You were an orphan at 15 and living with your 17-year old brother in a run-down motel in old downtown Reno; You have few role models, little education, occasional minimum wage jobs; you drink too much, eat lousy food; and Your brother kills a kid on a bicycle while driving drunk and comes to you for help.
"Why didn't you call the police or an ambulance?" you ask
So begins Willy Vlautin's noir novel "The Motel Life." Nevada scholar Patricia Cooper-Smith will facilitate a book discussion Thursday, April 23, at 6:30 p.m. in the Carson City Library Digitorium.
History of The Beatles Lecture and Beatles Flashback Concert
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/29/2014 - 8:42amThis year, the United States celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Beatles' first visit to these shores. The "Jazz & Beyond: Carson City Music Festival" is excited to provide two exciting Beatles events in honor of that occasion.
More events added to Nevada's 150th statehood celebration
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/11/2014 - 9:54amMany events are scheduled throughout the Silver State in the month of June. These Nevada 150 events help celebrate all things Nevada and bring awareness to the state’s 150th statehood anniversary. The following are events held June 16 through June 28.
'Guitarslinger' Shane Dwight Performs at Carson Station Saturday, April 19
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/16/2014 - 6:39amNorthern Nevada residents will get a rare chance to see Shane Dwight perform at Carson Station Casino, Carson City, Saturday, April 19 at 8 p.m. The concert is free.
In the music industry, there is often a preference to try and quickly define an artist and his music by placing him in one or two genre categories. The problem is a preconceived model doesn't fit someone like Dwight.
IRATION: Automatic Winter Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/06/2014 - 10:18pmIRATION: Automatic Winter Tour
w/ special guests Natural Vibrations, The Movement and Micah Brown
Saturday, Feb 01, 2014
Tickets: $22.50 Advance / $25 Day of (Plus Tax/Fees)
General Admission/ First Come, First Serve Section Access
Doors: 6:30pm / Show 7:30pm
Live in the MontBleu Theatre, 55 Highway 50, Stateline, NV - South Lake Tahoe
Tickets available at http://www.ticketfly.com, http://www.montbleuresort.com
For Immediate Release
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Automatic Winter Tour with special guests Natural Vibrations,
Slide guitar master Roy Rogers to play Comstock preservation fundraiser Aug. 3
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/18/2013 - 4:53pmTickets are now on sale for a special performance from Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm Kings, Saturday August 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bob Boldrick Theatre in the Carson City Community Center located at 851 E. William Street.
Lisa Haley and the Zydekats to kick it up a notch at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/19/2013 - 12:09pmLouisiana love comes West when Lisa Haley and the Zydekats brings their blend of Americana, Cajun and Zydeco to Carson City July 14.
This Grammy-nominated fiddler, dancer, vocalist, and songwriting act will serve up heart-moving Louisiana Bayou rhythms, traditional stylings and original songs to an all-ages audience at the Brewery Arts Center.
Blending modern roots music to a wide audience, Lisa Haley and the Zydekats go beyond the traditional Cajun, Zydeco genre. Prepare to catch "Zydecosis!"
An evening of unlimited possibilites at Cafe at Adele's
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/28/2012 - 7:02pmWhether playing together or apart, Lorin and Chris Rowan have been making music their entire lives and perhaps better than most, have put the idea of living in what is possible, into practice.
Since their childhood in Massachusetts and watching older brother Peter pursue a successful music career (he sometimes joins them) they have collectively and individually created diverse music careers driven by passion and great songwriting.
Native Nevadan Jazz Star will be at Karaoke Event
Submitted by Molly Moser on Wed, 07/25/2012 - 5:25pmJoin the Sierra Place to sing karaoke with cabaret/jazz singer, Linda Merrell on July 27 at 2:30 P.M.
Merrell is known for her sultry voice and songwriting. She has played in venues at Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, and Reno/Tahoe areas.
This event is free and is open to the public and is located at 1111 West College Pkwy. For more information, call (775) 841-4111.
Songs about life: Award-winning songwriter opens for Pablo Cruise
Submitted by Karel on Wed, 07/04/2012 - 10:17amWith songwriting credits that include “Wild One,” recorded by Faith Hill and “Stranded,” made famous by Heart, Jaime Kyle made a mark in the music world a long time ago.
Throughout her career, her songs have been recorded by numerous artists, featured on CD’s with combined sales of more than 19 million worldwide and has recorded and performed with such legendary artists as Leon Russell, Patty Griffin, Richard Marx, Amy Grant and Ozzy Osbourne. Today, she continues to perform her original music for audiences throughout Northern California.