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Its been a few years since Marc has ben back on the Roxy stage, and while he has a few more albums under his belt - he still has the classic, New Orleans, jazz-y feel that we’ve all loved for years! Vocally, it doesn’t get much better than this - so make sure you pick up your tickets ASAP, as they’re getting very very sparce! See you at the show- and make sure to come early and catch MATT HIRES! As always, click here for tix or give us a ring at 310 278 9457!
Live At The Roxy
Our main lady, Ms. Megan Jacobs had to take a break from the booking grind as she serves not one, not two, but THREE days of jury duty. As she reported to day three, she ran into our very own house photog Erik Voake. What a party! What a great example they have set - serve your civil duty folks! Plus, those badges are pretty rad.
We all fell hard for John Corbett as hunky Aiden on Sex and The City - and he was such a fox on cult favorite Northern Exposure - and now, he’s here at The Roxy with his band! It’s a hot alt/country mix that we know will be awesome. It’s his only LA show and we are so excited to show him what the Roxy is all about. Along with local favs Tony Lucca and Leroy Powell - check it out!
Now that we have started our own Flickr group, The Roxy Theatre, anyone can add their photos taken at The Roxy or On The Rox to share with the world. So far we have received over 1500 photos from over 100 members. At the beginning of each month we will post our favorites in our “Shots From The Top” post. Keep shooting and post often, thanks to all who contributed.
Money Mark at Chavo’s Birthday Jam Session with Rza, West Coast Wu Tang, John Frusciante of RHCP and John Dolmayan of SOAD
Photo by Erik Voake
Continue reading ‘10 Shots From The Top’
We know this performance is going to be such a treat…as it always is when amazing artists swing by for intimate performances (Dolly Parton anyone?). And Bryan will be no exception! We know theirs been a ton of rumors about this show, but we don’t want anyone to miss out on this performance so make sure to get your tickets when they go onsale this THURDSAY 5/1. Limited tickets will be available so click here or call 310 278 9457! And really…who DOESN’T love Summer of ‘69?? Check out some out classics…and some hot new tunes.
As if Friday’s aren’t already a reason to celebrate, today is going to be that much more exciting - as we welcome the Legend that is DOLLY PARTON. We hate to brag, as we know it’s only a few of the luckiest folks that get to attend -but it’s been years and years since she’s been here, and now in celebration of her new record - we are happy she came back to us!
For all you folks that bucked up and braved Texas for this year’s SXSW extravaganza…and for those that would rather stay and live vicariously thru others - I give you, Ms. Megan Jacobs - and her blog!
MEGGIE’S WILD RYDE
One bookers journey through band-land-ia
SxSW - Austin, Texas - 2008
Still laughing - still exhausted- still deaf - still drying out - still laughing.
Had the best time ever in Austin, Texas. Pushed myself further than I thought I could go. From band to band and just hand me another cocktail my friend. The highlights of the story go something like this….
Continue reading ‘The SXSW Journey’
As music industry folks travel in from all over the country - we are excited to be able to welcome you all to come see the legendary Roxy at its finest. As CIC starts, we invite you all to come check out a a few of our best shows that will be hitting the Strip,just as you hit town. To show our camaraderie we welcome all you CIC folks to flash your badges and check out our shows for free! On February 7th we have a special showcase from Ironworks Music which includes favorite Rocco Deluca known for his radio hit “Colorful” as well as for his ground breaking tour documentary with Kiefer Sutherland. February 6th, we are so excited to have hot indie act Biirdie - who’s debut album is making waves across the LA area and beyond. Described as “A sort of California alt-country-rock that you can’t not love. Reminiscent of early Bright Eyes. Alt rock perfection.” Also on this show, HOT Reeve Carney- who’s acclaimed live album is an indie rock staple and Sundance breakout musician Lukas Haas. So come rock out and enjoy your stay!
TWO of our favorite Roxy bands on one bill? Mark it on your calendar folks.
Beth Hart is a singer who became famous with the hit “L. A. Song”.
Beth Hart dropped out of high school to focus on her songwriting. Her vocal style has been described as raw and passionate, with some similarities to Joan Armatrading and Janis Joplin, but differing from her contemporary folksingers. Recorded while she was heavily addicted to drugs, in Immortal she projected a tone of anger, confusion, and imbalance.
Continue reading ‘We Hart Beth’
We are extremely excited to announce today our new partnership with the fine folks at Filter Magazine, who will be bringing us a series of rockin’ shows weekly here at The Roxy. The time has come for Filter to ensure that good music will prevail… and reign supreme on the Sunset Strip. Filter prides itself on being a magazine for people who love music; and for the first time Filter is literally bringing these live acts to the people. Revenge of the Sunset Strip kicks off on Thursday, July 19th with KENNA, and continues with J*DaVeY and POP LEVI in the weeks to come. More “Filter Magazine’s Revenge of the Sunset Strip” shows will be annonced shortly, so stay tuned - you are not going to want to miss these parties! In the mean time, check out some of the amazing bands that will be a part of these exciting shows!
Continue reading ‘Filter’s Revenge’
Tonight at The Roxy! Jonatha Brooke with Maia Sharp!
Singer/songwriter/guitarist Jonatha Brooke has been issuing albums that merge folk and pop since the early ’90s, first as a member of a duo called the Story and now as a solo artist.
Being the child of country songwriter Randy Sharp (he’s written hits for Clay Walker, Patty Loveless, and others) and growing up in the San Fernando Valley in the ’70s had to have given Maia Sharp a leg up on her way to a musical career. That was the era of Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell, and Rickie Lee Jones and music was in the Southern California air. By age 12, Sharp was noodling around on the piano, saxophone, oboe, and guitar. Fast forward to her early twenties, and she could be found on-stage at one of L.A.’s many acoustic venues performing her own jazz/folk songs to an engaged throng of fans. When not on-stage, Sharp could surely be found collaborating with artists such as Carole King, Jules Shear, Lisa Loeb, and Jonatha Brooke.
Check out Jonatha’s video for “Better After All” below, and don’t miss her performing it live tonight!
Jonatha Brooke is an American folk rock singer-songwriter and guitarist. She began her career in the 1980s as one half of the folk duo The Story and began her solo career in 1994. Her music merges elements of folk, rock and pop, often with poignant lyrics and complex harmonies.
THE ROXY show dates:
Mandy Moore is one of the most respectful, well rounded, and multitalented entertainers in the industry today. One of the most likeable entertainers of our time, Mandy Moore has proven that she has staying power and will continue to gain more fans all over the globe.
Mandy’s new album “Wild Hope” epitomizes a labor of love and showcases Moore’s foray into songwriting. In collaboration with a slew of critically acclaimed singer-songwriters such as Rachael Yamagata, The Weepies, Lori McKenna, among others, the result of this two year endeavor is an organic, folk album with pop sensibilities boasting beautifully constructed melodies, compelling vocals and sophisticated lyrical content.
The ROXY show date:
June 27, 2007
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Soggy Bloggy and a Bottle of Chimay! Confessions of a Buyer that must Blog. Truth be told….I love what I do…I love music…and I only book ya if I’m so down with your *&^%^% that i’m going to spend my midnight hours promoting ya. Having said that….let me pour this lovely glass of Chimay crafted by the monks in a far away land…sit down friends and foes and let me tell you a little story about what’s going on at The Roxy Theatre and around town these days. Megan’s Not To Be Missed List…….peace, megan j
TUESDAY APRIL 17th - come kick it in R BACKYARD - a new Roxy regular weekly with Hollywood’s hottest rising stars
SCOTT & AIMEE- Prescription pills and booze binges. What-the-fuck-ever one night stands. Dying young and leaving a beautiful rock ‘n’ roll corpse.
ROMAK & THE SPACE PIRATES - “…Los Angeles electro jazz punk quartet with a squid fetish…A blast!”-Blender Magazine
KILL THE COMPLEX - Rock* PUNK* Western Swing
4AM HOOLIGAN - Indie * Alternative * Punk
and TUESDAY the 17th ON THE ROX ( located above The Roxy Theatre)
SANDBLOOM
** Sandbloom …voice like butter..they’ll melt you. Sandbloom is original LA soul.
also playing: Kelly Dalton + Heather Porcaro
THURSDAY APRIL 19 at THE ROXY THEATRE
THE ROYAL FEVER- Hide your children it’s the Royal Fever!!! The most delicious sh*t to hit the Strip in days. They’re so fresh you don’t even have to fear the Fever.
+DIRTY SWEET and AM RADIO
+ Upstairs ON THE ROX that very same night…..a sweet monthly event with some of the legendary DJ’s of the Temple Bar scene. They call it BETTER, never stale, always movin, always fresh. dj’s…. LEGGO, ISSA + JAHI SUNDANCE, BRAZILIA…and more..Rumors have it some legendary MYSTIC-al superstars might be droppin in this week??
In the spirit of blogging… where everyone’s your friend. Being that this is The Not-To-Be-Missed-List and truth be told, i can’t miss this and neither should you. The Western States Motel at The Scene in Glendale. Scott Simoneaux of Infectious Publicity hipped me this band days ago…and I’ve fallen for them. Maybe I can sweet talk them into a show at The Roxy when the time is right? Anyways this will be a party and we always want to support the M-80’s guys rockin joints like The Scene, La Cita and The Shortstop.
** I will actually be mutating into 3 identical people to make all 3 shows simultaneously. Watch the 3-meggie mystery mutation unfold?
FRIDAY APRIL 20
Friday April 20th at The Roxy Theatre
Miss Derringer, The Autumns, Mad Juana
**Miss Derringer is music for the full moon…dark and beautiful. Recommended by equally talented Holland Greco ( formerly of The Peak Show) when she says it’s hot - i say “how high” or was that jump? either way the band brings it and they’ll be joined by LA’s own Autumns + Mad Juana from New York City.
SUNDAY APRIL 22- ON THE ROX ( located above The Roxy Theatre)
This night is like the lucky grab bag…treats from around my world.
THE LIFE FORCE TRIO + 2 is LA’s life force..from dancers to talent buyers ( temple bar) to radio personel ( spaceways radio/dublab/ kpfk)…these people are the pillars of our city.
THE LIFE FORCE TRIO
SLAMMIN ALL BODY BAND
I caught Slammin backstage at North Beach Jazz Fest last summer.
And acting as MC and host of the night…the InFamous MikeThePoet.
MikeThePoet sums up my east-side experience for he was ringleader of the Roundtable. MikeThePoet & The Poets of the Roundtable would host monthly events at 33 1/3 bookstore on the corner of Alvarado and Sunset that became critical sessions - like food to feed the fire - we all left inspired… MCs and Street Art, 40’s in brown bags outside the bookstore. Those were the days…. The Bonaventure like my compass - backdrop was always downtown LA.
MIKE THE POET
+ Upstart
THURSDAY APRIL 26- On the Rox ( located above The Roxy Theatre)
+ ANNE MONTONE and MULATTO
APRIL 27-29 **Gotta give big props to COACHELLA **
And each year has a theme. Last year we were Spinning and Drifting. Rule number One: don’t drop into Coachella at like 5pm on Saturday. You’ll try to catch up too fast. (last seen holding onto fake rock and tree while they appear to be spinning and drifting in a sea of Depeche Mode fans). This year, we’ve named it Coachmella. Lookin forward to chillin with y’all in the desert. So raise those incense sticks high in the air and turn up those radio dials….windows down..grace slick blaring to the sky…coachmella here we come.
and don’t sleep on the NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FESTIVAL. No better time than now to continue to show your support for one of America’s most amazing cities. Another yearly ritual of mine…and I must go. I love New Orleans.
One must not sleep. One must not rest. Not yet…maybe never..cause the shows keep comin and this is how we like it - bam -
TUES & WED MAY 8 & 9 - **2 nights **
JOSEPH ARTHUR & THE LONELY ASTRONAUTS + Stars of Track and Field
Joseph Arthur, Stars of Track and Field
And as some of you may or may not know…I moonlight as a singer and a songwriter.
All original Soul-Folk Music.
MEGAN JACOBS live at THE MINT
WED MAY 16 at 8PM
opening up for the one and only
THE BAD PLUS
**Keep eyes open this summer for the release of my new record, PROSPERITY, recorded live with my dream band. Record Release Party this summer at The Roxy Theatre ( details tba )
And that sums it up. Whew - oh my Blog - chimay has gone- that was long.
hope you enjoyed as much as I did …now…don’t miss!- megan j
