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Our Corner of the Rock 'n' Roll Life

July 3, 2009
Issue 2009:334
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When the big beat hits ya
Comin' from your transistor
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When the big beat hits ya...

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BRATTLEBORO, VT, July 3 - The slowdown we have experienced coming up to
Independence Day has not let up, now that we are into the holiday weekend. "No
news is good news" was the theme of the overnight, and so far today we have
received one lone e-mail from that Massachusetts gal and great American, Kris
Delmhorst.

Normally I would hold this literary work until Saturday, thinking more news
e-mails might arrive by then. But at the moment at least, it is looking as
though there will be few more - if any more - newsy inbound mailings between now
and next week.

It had been my intention to post an update of suggestions for our list of New
England essential record releases; but energy appears most heavily concentrated
on people's holiday weekend plans, and it seems unlikely the list would get a
lot of attention right now. So I will plan to post an updated list next issue.
Let me just say that, so far, we have no suggestions of essential recordings by
such huge star acts as Aerosmith, Boston, Dick Curless, New Edition, New Kids on
the Block, Phish, and Donna Summer. No recordings by popular and influential
artists Willie Alexander, Tom Lehrer, and John Lincoln Wright have been named.
There are no suggestions of titles by any of the late-1960s "Boston Sound" bands
or their contemporaries. (No "Can't Find the Time To Tell You"? Yikes!) The
great states of New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont, as far as I am aware,
are not represented. There are no country or blues records on our list at this
time. No rockabilly. No jazz. No "Alice's Restaurant" by Arlo Guthrie. No
"It's Been a While" by Staind. No "More Than Words" by Extreme, a single that
got a vast amount of airplay. The list goes on and on. So while a lot of holes
have been filled, many remain. We'll get back to this next issue, and
suggestions in the meantime are welcome via

FredRemainsLost At Yahoo Dot Com

HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
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READ WHAT INTERESTS YOU, scroll right past whatever doesn't.
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RECORD RELEASES THIS WEEK
Listed by Newbury Comics, Excerpted by Us

New CD Releases Available Tuesday, June 30th

ATLANTICS - Power Pop - $9.99
<> Thanks to JoEllen for checking. This is, indeed, a lineup of the 1970s/1980s
Boston band. This release ought to excite many of our readers.

BJORK - Voltaic - $9.99
BJORK-Voltaic (CD/DVD)-$17.99
BJORK-Voltaic (2 CD/2 DVD)-$39.99

CULT OF LUNA - Eternal Kingdom Redux (CD/DVD)-$9.99
<> It seems highly doubtful this act has anything in particular to do with
either of the two Boston-connected bands called Luna. We are told that Cult of
Luna is mentioned alongside Epica, Isis, and Kamelot.

HELM, LEVON - Electric Dirt - $9.99
JEFFERSON AIRPLANE - Volunteers (Woodstock 2-CD)-$15.99
JOPLIN, JANIS - I Got Dem Ol' Kozmic Blues Again Mama (Woodstock 2 CD)-$15.99
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE-Killswitch Engage-$12.88
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE - Killswitch Engage (CD/DVD)-$17.99
KING, ALBERT/ VAUGHAN, STEVIE RAY - In Session - $13.88
MOBY - Wait For Me - $9.99
SANTANA - Santana (Woodstock 2 CD)-$15.99
SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE - Stand (Woodstock 2 CD) - $15.99
SONDHEIM, STEPHEN - Road Show - $19.99
SPOON - TBA - $4.99
STEWART, ROD - Atlantic Crossing (Limited Edition)- $22.99
STEWART, ROD - Night On The Town (2 CD)-$22.99

THOMAS, ROB - Cradlesong - $12.88
THOMAS, ROB - Something To Be - $16.99
<> Rob Thomas is of Matchbox 20 fame.

TWISTED SISTER - Stay Hungry: 25th Anniversary Edition - $14.99
WHITESNAKE - Slide It In: 25th Anniversary Edition (Deluxe Edition) - $19.99
WHITESNAKE - Slip Of The Tongue (Deluxe Edition) - $19.99
WILCO - Wilco (The Album) - $9.99
WINTER, JOHNNY - Live Bootleg Series Vol. 5 - $9.99
WINTER, JOHNNY - Johnny Winter (Woodstock 2 CD)-$15.99

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featured dvd new release Available Tuesday, June 30th

062909_blackcrowesThe Black Crowes
Warpaint: Live
$9.99 DVD

SOURCE: Newbury Comics, "June 29 Newbury Comics Coupons and New Releases," June
29, 2009.

Atlantics
"Power Pop" (CD, 2009)

Killswitch Engage
"Killswitch Engage" (CD, 2009)

Killswitch Engage
"Killswitch Engage" (CD/DVD, 2009)

Moby
"Wait for Me" (CD, 2009)

:: levon helm, janis joplin, albert king, stephen sondheim, rod stewart, stevie
ray vaughan ::
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PRESS RELEASES THIS WEEK

<> Green River Festival in Greenfield, Massachusetts, July 17 and July 18, 2009,
including a celebration of the fifteenth anniversary of the beloved Whately,
Massachusetts record label, Signature Sounds.

<> Seth Glier has signed to Rachael Sage's MPress Records label.
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SETH GLIER
Signed to MPress Records

Seth Glier has signed to MPress Records, the label of a NEMS favorite, pop/rock
singer-songwriter Rachael Sage. Rachael would be a tough person to pigeonhole;
but whatever category you may place her in, she would be the flashiest dresser
in that category. We will include here the first part of Seth Glier's own
announcement of the signing, and we will post the MPress Records press release
below.

"Seth Signs to MPress Records

<> "New York, New York - MPress Records has just inked a three album deal with
20-year-old pianist/singer-songwriter Seth Glier. MPress, which has
internationally distributed nine albums by art-pop songstress Rachael Sage, also
produces the NEW ARRIVALS charity compilation series, and has presented artist
showcases at such industry events as SXSW, CMJ, Folk Alliance Conference and
MIDEM.

"Glier, who hails from Western Massachusetts and was recently featured in The
Boston Globe for his 100% Fan Funded Tour, is a multi-instrumentalist who has
released several DIY projects since his early teens."

SOURCE: SethGlier Dot Com, "Announcing the BIGGEST News Ever," June 29, 2009.

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BAND HERO
The Game

http://www.destructoid.com/e3-09-band-hero-artists-revealed-includes-janet-jacks\
on--134591.phtml

<> Given what little information [we] know about Activision's upcoming Band
Hero, we just assumed it was Guitar Hero with more "mainstream" pop artists
artists. Being the first E10+ game in the series, we weren't really sure what
to expect from the game's music.

On one of what seems like a billion jumbo-tron screens, Activision was pimping
all of its Hero games, Band included. The never-before-seen trailer revealed
some of the 50-plus artists that would appear in the game, including: Janet
Jackson; Jesse McCartney; Culture Club; Snow Patrol; The Go-Gos; Fall Out Boy;
The Turtles; Marvin Gaye; and Maroon 5.

Well, that's ... interesting. Which Janet Jackson song do you hope to be
rocking with three other friends this November, when the game ships? For my
money, I don't think "What Have You Done For Me Lately?" can be beat.

SOURCE: Stephen Lewis, E-Mail Message, July 2, 2009. The direct Web address
posted above, I believe, leads, in turn, to his source.
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ATLANTICS
"Power Pop" CD

<> The Atlantics out of Boston may have reached highs in the 1970s and 1980s,
but band members are hip to the twenty-first century. They have a MySpace page.

http://www.myspace.com/atlantics

And a new compact disc.
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TOM RUSH
"Classic Rush" on CD

<> You may know about this CD reissue already, but I certainly did not.

Tom Rush
"Classic Rush"
(CD, Wounded Bird Records WOU 4062, 2009;
original LP Elektra Records, 1970)

I stumbled across a listing for this album. That entry gave the distinct
impression that this record is out already and has been for a while. If Tom
Rush announced this reissue in one of his mailings, I missed it.
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NERVOUS EATERS
"Nervous Eaters" CD

<> Wounded Bird Records is set to release the "Nervous Eaters" album on compact
disc. I take this to mean that

Nervous Eaters
"Nervous Eaters" (LP, Elektra Records 6E-282, 1980)

is to be reissued on CD. Online sources were not unanimous regarding the
release date. As far as I got, most sources said the album would come out on
August 11, 2009, though at least one posting preferred a July 13 release date.

When one considers that the Nervous Eaters could really rock, the Elektra album
seemed very restrained. However, songwriting was a strength for the band; and
subtlety often does a lot better on CD than it did on vinyl. The Rubber Rodeo
major label debut is a case in point. Assuming "Nervous Eaters" is, indeed, a
reissue of the eponymous 1980 Elektra Records release, perhaps it will get more
of a chance today than it did in its original LP trial.
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DAVE CARTER
Tribute by Mark Erelli

<> Mark Erelli, in the July issue of his fan newsletter, paid a nice tribute to
the late Dave Carter. Among other things, Erelli said,
"[U]nlike some artists whose greatest work seems fixed in time, I always got the
impression that the next new song of Dave Carter's I heard would be his best one
yet."

It was my sense, too, that, though Carter had already written a good many great
songs, his best work was likely ahead of him.

Erelli's July free download is what he calls a "homespun demo" of a Dave Carter
song.

Mark Erelli
"Long Black Road Into Tulsa Town"
(July MP3 of the Month, www.MarkErelli.com, 2009)
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WHO FRAMED JACK KEROUAC

<> Mythologist John Lash was the guest on "Coast to Coast AM" in the
Thursday-Friday overnight. In addition to talking about mythology, he spoke of
a current effort to write a screenplay of the book, "Doctor Sax," by Jack
Kerouac. For those who haven't heard already, this may be of special interest
in that "Doctor Sax" has to do with growing up in Lowell, Massachusetts. Lash
envisions a film not unlike "Who Framed Roger Rabbit," combining live action
with animation.
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GREEN RIVER FESTIVAL
July 17 and July 18, 2009

Green River Festival w. Michael Franti, Sharon Jones, Kathleen Edwards and more,
July 17 and 18

UPDATED PRESS RELEASE
Thursday, June 25, 2009

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

23rd ANNUAL GREEN RIVER FESTIVAL TO FEATURE MICHAEL FRANTI, SHARON JONES & THE
DAP-KINGS, KATHLEEN EDWARDS AND MANY MORE

SPECIAL FRIDAY EVENING CONCERT CELEBRATES THE 15TH ANNIVERSARY OF SIGNATURE
SOUNDS RECORDINGS

<> THE GREEN RIVER FESTIVAL, Western New England's favorite summer festival will
be held July 17 & 18, 2009 on the grounds of Greenfield Community College (I-91,
Exit 26, Greenfield, MA). Presented by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce,
this celebration combines music on two stages, food, crafts, a dance tent, a
wide array of kid's activities and entertainment, and hot air balloons for the
Pioneer Valley's biggest outdoor event of the summer. This is the only music
festival in Massachusetts that features hot air balloons and rides. Complete
event information is available by calling (413) 773-5463, via e-mail:
fccc@..., and on the web: www.greenriverfestival.com.

FRIDAY, July 17: Fifteen Signature Sounds artists will perform and celebrate the
15th year anniversary of the Western Massachusetts-based label. There will be
surprise collaborations and special guests:

Chris Smither
Crooked Still
Richard Shindell
Winterpills
Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem
Kris Delmhorst
Eilen Jewell
Tracy Grammer & Jim Henry
Peter Mulvey
Sometymes Why
Jeffrey Foucault
Mark Erelli
The Sacred Shakers
Caroline Herring
The Sweetback Sisters

Gates open at 5:00 PM and the music starts at 5:40. Hot Air Balloon launch also
begins at 6:00 PM. The evening closes with a spectacular balloon illumination at
9:30 PM.
SATURDAY, July 18: 6:00 AM - Hot Air Balloon launch (free admission to launch).

MAIN STAGE PERFORMERS: Michael Franti & Spearhead, Sharon Jones and The
Dap-Kings, Kathleen Edwards, Dave Alvin and The Guilty Women (featuring Laurie
Lewis, Cindy Cashdollar and others), and Justin Townes Earle.

DANCE TENT PERFORMERS: CJ Chenier and the Red Hot Louisiana Band, Trombone
Shorty and Orleans Avenue, The Sweetback Sisters, Mike & Ruthy, Swing Caravan,
and Naia Kete.

Saturday starts with free admission to the grounds for a traditional 6:00 AM
balloon launch. Gates open to paying festival goers at 12:30 PM and the music
starts at 1:50 PM. Games, songs, and activities for children will be featured
all day. Adults may picnic and visit a variety of booths where craftspeople will
be showing their original work, all while enjoying world-class music. Plenty of
food and beverages including ethnic specialties, vegetarian, and great classic
American fare will be available throughout the event. An evening hot air
balloon launch is scheduled at 6:00 PM.

ADMISSION: From June 1 -July 12, discounted weekend ticket price is $45. Day of
festival prices: Friday- $25. Saturday- $45, $60 for weekend. Children under 12
are free. Tickets may be purchased on line by credit card at
www.greenriverfestival.com. Tickets are also available at the Franklin County
Chamber of Commerce office (395 Main Street in Greenfield), World Eye Books in
Greenfield, all Turn It Up! Music locations, and Elmer's Store in Ashfield.

BALLOON RIDES: Pre-festival price is $225 per person, $250 at the event. Call
(413) 773-5463 for reservations and more details. Balloon Rides may also be
purchased on-line at: www.greenriverfestival.com. Festival admission in included
in the cost.

Passengers must be over the age of 10 and in good health. If you are pregnant,
recently released from the hospital, have current broken bones or casts you will
not be able to qualify to purchase a ride. Passengers under the age of 18 must
have parental permission or the parent must fly with them. Riders are accepted
at the discretion of the ride operator. All passengers will be required to sign
a release form provided at the Festival balloon tent. The balloons, due to
winds, can only inflate and fly during early morning or evening hours. They do
not fly during the day.

Rain or shine, the festival takes place on the grounds of Greenfield Community
College, Greenfield, MA- one mile from the Route 2 / Interstate 91 rotary at
I-91 exit 26.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE *

Friday, July 17

MAIN STAGE

All times are P.M.

5:40-5:55 House band/special guest
6:00-6:20 Tracy Grammer
6:25-6:45 Mark Erelli
6:50-7:10 Caroline Herring
7:15-7:35 Jeffrey Foucault
7:40-8:00 Peter Mulvey
8:05-8:25 Kris Delmhorst
8:30-9:00 Richard Shindell
9:05-9:35 Chris Smither
9:50-10:20 Crooked Still
10:35-11:00 Eilen Jewell

DANCE TENT

6:00-6:45 Sometymes Why
7:00-7:45 Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem
8:00-8:45 The Sacred Shakers
9:00-9:45 The Sweetback Sisters
10:00-10:45 Winterpills
11:00-12:00 Campfire (Artists in the round)

Saturday, July 18

MAIN STAGE

1:50-2:20 Swing Caravan
2:30-3:15 Justin Townes Earle
3:35-4:35 Kathleen Edwards
5:00-6:00 Dave Alvin & The Guilty Women
6:30-7:50 Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings
8:20-9:55 Michael Franti & Spearhead

DANCE TENT

2:15-3:00 Mike & Ruthy
3:15-3:50 Swing Caravan
4:05-5:05 Naia Kete
5:30-6:45 The Sweetback Sisters
7:15-8:45 C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
9:15-10:45 Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue


* Schedule is subject to change.

Plenty of free parking is available on site. Balloon rides are weather
permitting. Sorry, no dogs or alcohol are permitted at the festival.

http://www.greenriverfestival.com/

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Press Release

SETH GLIER
SIGNED TO MPRESS RECORDS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 29, 2009

MPress Records Signs Seth Glier To Multi-Album Deal

NEW YORK, NY — MPress Records has just inked a three album deal with 20-
year-old pianist/singer-songwriter Seth Glier. MPress, which has internationally
distributed nine albums by art-pop songstress Rachael Sage, also produces the
NEW ARRIVALS charity compilation series, and has presented artist showcases at
such industry events as SXSW, CMJ, Folk Alliance Conference and MIDEM.

Glier, who hails from Western Massachusetts and was recently featured in The
Boston Globe for his 100% Fan Funded Tour, is a multi-instrumentalist who has
released several DIY projects since his early teens. His combination of raw
talent and surprising maturity caught the attention of MPress founder Rachael
Sage, who was immediately struck by his prodigious musicianship and
sophisticated lyricism.

"Seth's songwriting is classic, and hearkens back to great piano-based
songwriters who broke in the '70s like Billy Joel and Elton John...but he has an
impressive range that grabs new audiences immediately, and his sense of melody
is incredibly strong." After what Sage describes as a "very organic process" -
including a featured performance slot at the label's 2009 SXSW showcase - she
and MPress Label Manager JoJo Gentry decided Seth would be a perfect artist for
the MPress roster.

As Gentry observes, "Seth's songwriting ability is exceptional, and he's also
just a really compassionate, down to earth guy. He leaves his ego at the door,
and is all about making a genuine connection with his audience, and taking
risks." MPress will nationally release his self-produced effort, THE TROUBLE
WITH PEOPLE, this fall.

Seth will also make his overseas debut August 7-12th, performing in week-long
run of Sage's show "Sequins & Shpiel" at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. A
seasoned touring artist who has already shared stages with John Mayer, Martin
Sexton and Erin McKeown, he'll continue to tour the East Coast throughout the
summer, and will launch his official Release Tour for THE TROUBLE WITH PEOPLE in
October.

For more information, photos and interview requests, please contact MPress
Records...

http://www.mpressrecords.com/
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readers are based outside the six New England states. The great majority of
show listings would be of no interest at all to the great majority of our
readers.

We make exceptions when show listings are part of an item of more general
interest. CD-release events are great examples. For us, the main point of an
item of this sort is that an act has a new record. The show being announced is
of secondary interest to us - if that - as far as the contents of our newsletter
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