May 24, 2013 – May 25, 2013
Squid and Albert Crabtree at Patchen Pub
Raised at the crossroads of Americana, Albert Crabtree was inspired by the Cream and Hendrix, and the British rock invasion, and continues that today with his blue/rock sound. With Squid.
May 25, 2013
Chamber Music Festival of The Bluegrass at Shaker Village
On Saturday, an 11:00 a.m. performance in the 1820 Meeting House will feature works by Debussy, Ysaÿe, Britten and Paganini. An evening performance will take place at 5:00 p.m. in the Meadow View Barn, a restored open-aired barn overlooking the quiet countryside, and will include works by Vivaldi, Mozart, Britten and Dohnányi. Sunday’s performances will include an 11:00 a.m. Meeting …
Patrick McNeese Band at Natasha’s Bistro
Authentically “Lexington” Appalachian Jazz. Always evolving, inspired original music with a warm, organic vibe. Patrick McNeese, songwriter/guitar/vocals; Scott Stoess, bass; Tripp Bratton, drums & percussion; Maggie Lander, violin/vocals; Tom Martin, keyboards PatrickMcNeeseBand.com www.beetnik.com for reservations.
Jon Russell at Horseshoes KY Bar and Grill
Jon Russel brings his country roots and southern rock sound to Horseshoes for three nights of shows.
The Nativity Singers/ Sun Street at Al’s Bar
Consisting of drums bass, and keys, The Nativity singers are an intricate indie rock outfit from Lexington. Sun Street: Psychedelic hard rock from Morehead, Kentucky.
Kung Fu Grip at Parlay Social
‘With power chord heavy guitars, hard hitting manic Dave Grohl-esque drumming, and a gift for catchy vocal melodies, Kung-Fu Grip are prime and ready for the next generation of the unapologetic grunge rock revolution.’ -ExplodingInSound.com
May 25, 2013 – May 26, 2013
Thelma and the Sleaze/ The Makeshifts at the Green Lantern
Thelma and the Sleaze-Nashville’s all female raunch rockers channel Runaways with a hint of Bikini Kill aggression sounds. The Makeshifts-Cincy Rockabilly veterans make their Lantern debut.
Heavy Sole at Tin Roof
Nashville’s Heavy Sole is a power punk rock trio.
May 26, 2013
Chamber Music Festival of The Bluegrass at Shaker Village
On Saturday, an 11:00 a.m. performance in the 1820 Meeting House will feature works by Debussy, Ysaÿe, Britten and Paganini. An evening performance will take place at 5:00 p.m. in the Meadow View Barn, a restored open-aired barn overlooking the quiet countryside, and will include works by Vivaldi, Mozart, Britten and Dohnányi. Sunday’s performances will include an 11:00 a.m. Meeting …
The Twiggenburys at Equus Run Vineyard
Faux-Brit comedy band The Twiggenburys entertains for the ‘Tunes and Vines’ Series at Equus in the Event Barn. www.equusrunvineyards.com
Blues Between The Bridges Fest
Blues festival held at Riptide On the River featuring the best local blues acts: 4:00- Ronn Crowder …
‘Jammin’ @ The Barrel’ at Paulie’s Toasted Barrel
Get here early and sign in (if you’re inclined to play on stage); otherwise just come to listen. Everyone is welcome. Doors open at 2 show starts at 4.
Shelly Ran at Natasha’s Bistro
In her young career, Shelly has had her songs featured on the NBC network award-winning prime time shows The West Wing and Third Watch. In addition, Shelly has shared the stage with Vince Gill, Trace Adkins, and Alabama, and has performed on the Capital Lawn for former President Bush and 20,000 others to honor fallen officers at the National Fraternal …
Night Beds with Jenny O. at Cosmic Charlie’s
Haunting and serene indie pop led by the striking country-tinged vocals of Winston Yellin. L.A.-based artist Jenny O. produces a refreshing array of 70′s R&B girl group inspired pop diddies. 18+
Fielded at Al’s Bar
FIELDED explores the many moods that can be created through experimentation with voice as leader rather than follower of the amplified instrument. She moves from a church chorus, to cacophonous chants and a post-apocalyptic pop paradise with ease.
May 28, 2013
Northside Sheiks at Willie’s Locally Known
Gutbucket blues and early R&B with Willie Eames, Robby Cosenza, Lee Carroll, Smith Donaldson, and Ray Smith. www.willieslex.com
Big Band & Jazz Series at Moondance Amphitheater
Big Band & Jazz, one of Lexington’s longest running and most beloved concert series, features great jazz and big band music weekly, on Tuesday evenings. The May and June concerts will be held at the Moondance at Midnight Pass Amphitheatre in Beaumont Circle; July & August concerts will take place at Ecton Park. Admission is free to this family friendly …
Southland Jamboree
The Southland Jamboree is each Tuesday evening, 7pm at the stage to the side of Collins Bowling Alley on Southland Drive. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and come for some bluegrass music. May 28- Southland Drive Band June 4- Newtown June 11- Dale Ann Bradley and Steve Gulley June 18- Driving Rain June 25- Mountain Connection July 2- …
Harpeth Rising at Natasha’s Bistro
With a banjo and fiddle, you might think they’re traditional bluegrass, but think again: cello and hand drum round out the group, creating a truly new sound. A little bit bluegrass, a little bit folk, a little bit classical and whole lot of original, Harpeth Rising is a band to watch. www.beetnik.com for reservations.
Grayson Capps at Willie’s Locally Known
Hailing from South Alabama and spending over a decade in New Orleans, revered singer-songwriter Grayson Capps has found listeners the world over enthralled by his stinging tales of the Southern Gothic.
The Pro Letarians at Cosmic Charlie’s
‘The Pro Letarians have already come out with three mixtapes despite having met each other just a year ago and being in school for a large portion of that time. Their first tape, The Pregame, may have been a little rough around the edges in some spots, but the sampler showcased the duo’s potential and received positive reviews in …
May 29, 2013
Geoff Union at Willie’s Locally Known
‘Towards the outer edge of bluegrass, in that area pioneered by the Seldom Scene and J.D. Crowe, where powerful drive meets outsider songwriting, where Tony Rice sings Gordon Lightfoot – that’s where you’ll find Geoff Union. His music is a steam-powered bluegrass train driven at full throttle, wheels coming off the inside rails, going around the bend and slamming down …
Red Barn Radio: Tyler Childers and The High Wall
A singer/songwriter influenced by Ray Lamontagne, Jason Isbell and many others, his music has a decidedly backwoods sound, dark and real. This Paintsville, KY native will be joined by his band ‘The High Wall.’ www.redbarnradio.com
Blues Jam Night at Cheapside
Every Wednesday, Cheapside presents Blues Jam Night. So bring your instrument and yourself, sign up and join the band…
Holler 60: 5 Year Anniversary Party
Newly inducted Kentucky Poet Laureate Frank X Walker makes his return alongside fellow Affrilachian Poet, Mitchell Douglas. Both are celebrating the release of new books. Local Hip Hop icon, JustMe will be providing the music. Open mic starts the show at 8p, with signups beginning at 7pm.
Songwriter’s Night at Natasha’s Bistro
John Mann is an engaging and positive force, gracing the singer-songwriter scene with bulletproof songcraft, thoughtful lyrics and a voice as warm and inviting as anyone’s. Mann’s strong new album, Evening News, retains its individuality while clearly revealing core influences- The Band, Van Morrison and John Prine.” -Jeffrey Puckett, Courier Journal Greg Foresman hails from Louisville, and has spent the …
Stone Cold Grass at Paulie’s Toasted Barrel
Hard driving local bluegrass music.
Musikanto at Cosmic Charlie’s
MUSIKANTO walks the line between indie-blues and urban americana, while borrowing elements of experimental folk and broken-down orchestral music.
