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Hey Bri-guy, I don't think anyone here's feelin it.

Merry Christmas everybody!

Sunday, I'm there.

Paisley, it's tomorrow(Friday). I originally said friday, then briguy did a jedi mind trick on me and I accidentally posted today instead. It's Friday!

Paisley, the protest is at 4pm FRIDAY in front of the Tivoli(york/james).

Drink specials at PJC for anyone attending the protest.

couldn't have said it better myself, Paan.

FRIDAY, JULY 9TH 4:00 PM There is going to be a candle light vigil (angry protest) on the plight of downtown Hamilton at Ground Zero (formerly known as The Tivoli Theatre)

"The more, the angrier. We need to let the elected officials know we've had enough of poor property standards, homelessness, crime and drugs, vandalism etc.." -taken from a poster someone just brought me.

Everyone invited.

Hello old thread, I missed you. ::

Dear Mr. Sobchak, it has come to our attention that you may be seeking to partake in some achoholic refreshments and general schwillyness over the course of the next couple days. Please be advised that we are watching your every move and Friday's Tortured Soul show(which is going to rip!) relies on your speedy decision making process.

See you tonight flowers.

Sunday, August 1st, the Dead are playing Saratoga NY.

I didn't think I was going to see any shows this summer but I just realized Mondays a holiday so I think I shall partake.

Anyone think this show may sell out?

Hey Y'all Shannon Lyon will be playing The Pepper Jack Cafe,

Thursday, July 15th, Opening will be the Acousti-Cats

38 King William, Hamilton

905-525-6666

$4.00

Happy wanderer

Shannon Lyon leaves town and makes a hit of himself

By MARY DICKIE

Toronto Sun

Calling Shannon Lyon restless is a bit of an understatement. Over his decade-long up-and-down career, the Kitchener-born singer-songwriter has made a habit of pulling up stakes and moving to a new town, or even continent, when things stalled or got boring.

As it turns out, though, that wandering spirit has brought Lyon the kind of success he probably never would have realized if he'd stayed home -- like moving to Europe, making an actual living as a musician there and being the first Canadian artist signed to V2 Records.

"I'd busted up with my manager and label and was just spinning my wheels when an opportunity came to go to Holland," Lyon says. "My friend Rob Lamothe had a booking agent and a backing band there, and we put a four-week tour together. Then I ended up getting on this travelling festival that took me to 10 cities in Holland, and all of a sudden I had a record deal on a small label there. I thought I'd come back in a few months, but I just kept playing and touring, then the record came out and got great press, I got an apartment and started to learn the language, and it was great."

Like other Canadians, Lyon found his music embraced more enthusiastically by European audiences than hometown crowds.

"I don't have the answer to that, but I do know that I couldn't sustain myself here," he says. "There are too few places to play, and too many miles between them. Over there it's densely populated -- every half hour there's a place to play and 200 people who pay to see you because you're from North America, and they sit and listen and buy your record. There's a certain appreciation for North American roots music -- it's the real ticket to Europeans, and they really love it."

It's easy to see why the songs on Lyon's new album, Wandered -- which he'll officially debut at the Rivoli tonight -- have gone over so well. They're moody, thoughtful, beautifully crafted folky songs about heartache and loss, sung in Lyon's deep soulful voice and embellished by Dutch musicians like guitarist Robin Berlijn and Harrie Brekelmans, whom Lyon calls the only pedal steel guitarist in Holland.

Currently, though, Lyon is playing with his old friends Jeff Cowell and Jason Schneider, a.k.a. The World Record Holders.

"I've been playing with them off and on for years," he says. "They've been here, patiently waiting for me to return."

He's now based in Toronto, but that probably won't last. "I don't know where I'm going next, but I'll be touring Australia in August and Europe in the fall," he says. "I'm kind of restless sometimes, so it's great to keep moving."

Happy Birthday Mark. I can't believe your 40.

Lucky me just happened to be listening to CIUT the other day and they were giving away tix to the 4th and 8th callers. I was 3rd, then I was 8th. Woo Hoo Youssou!!

Youssou N'Dour and the Super Etoile de Dakar

Tuesday, July 6, 2004

$25 in advance/$30 day of concert

rain or shine/limited seating/licensed

Youssou N'Dour is one of the most celebrated African musicians in history. A renowned singer, songwriter, and composer, Youssou's mix of traditional Senegalese m'balax with eclectic influences ranging from Cuban samba to hip hop, jazz, and soul has won him an international fan base of millions. In the West, Youssou has collaborated with musicians Peter Gabriel, Sting, Neneh Cherry, Wyclef Jean, and others. Currently, Youssou is a Goodwill Ambassador to the U.N. and an Ambassador to UNICEF. Don’t miss your chance to see the African Artist of the 20th Century live at Harbourfront Centre.

Yeah, I fell asleep at this post, the show 's Saturday NOT Friday.

This is the last Ontario show of the tour, so check them out.

Have a Happy Birthday Mark!

It was good to hear Stephen Franke put on such a good show at Izzy's this weekend.

Check him and his band Noises From The Toolshed , this Saturday with Jesus Hendrix feat. Mike Daley, Rob Lamothe @

The Pepper Jack Cafe

38 King William St.

Hamilton (905)525-6666

Someone told me you really let your hair down this weekend.

Good for you.

I'm feelin it.

:: You don't even know what I'm talking about, kc.

Watch the footage!

Ok, now I've watched the footage and I'm feelin it. I don't know if an angry-smiley was really neccessary on me but I get the point and the video rocks! :: :: :: :: :: :: :: ::

What's goin' down with you and your town?

Cover art by Heavyweight

AFRODIZZ debut album KIF KIF

"Just when you thought they didn't make Afrobeat like that anymore....a real treat for all discerning music lovers" Straight No Chaser, UK

"Authentic sounding Afrobeat...these knuckleheads have got it goin' on." Now, Toronto

"Montreal's own answer to the growing prevalence of real funk bands who go that extra mile to get it right has to be Afrodizz." Montreal Mirror

Afrodizz brings the genuine Afro Funk ruckus. This Montreal-based powerhouse has quickly become one of Canada's premiere Afrobeat outfits. Drawing inspiration from the work of the legendary Fela Kuti, these eight stellar musicians use their jazz experience to expand on the foundation sound with a modern urban touch. Afrodizz's debut full-length Kif Kif will be released on June 29 across Canada.

Check out Afrodizz interview: Eye Magazine Now Magazine

CD launch tour dates:

June 29 Toronto Jazz Festival, Revival, 783 College St, Toronto. 8pm

June 30 Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreal, Labatt Blue Dry stage. 10pm.

July 2 Exeter Summer Festival, UK

July 3 Eden Project, UK

July 4 Jazz Café, London, UK

July 5 Jazz Café, London, UK

July 31 Pepper Jack Cafe, Hamilton

August 2 Harbourfront Centre, Toronto

August 7 Bobards, Montreal

August 11 Café du Palais, Sherbrooke

August 20 Swimming, Montreal

August 28 Vieux Saint-Pierre, Victoriaville

August 29 Mont Tremblant

Four more days until we get hit with one of the funkiest bands to hit Hamilton since Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings.

Yeah, I don't like to use the dap-kings as a reference point but this band needs some serious consideration.

Hey New Rider, sorry I missed my chance to buy you a beer for your b-day last night, I'm sure I'll see you plenty more times to get you back.

Good times, watching you yell sh!t at Gallactic though.

Cheers!

There's a good article in today's www.viewmag.com on the band tonight.

I was damm happy to hear from some friends, who saw them at Om, that they rage. New line-up and all.

See you in the Hammer Del.

Did anyone see the band Eccodek? and if so, care to give your take on their show?

Hey Floyd, you guys were fantastic. It was good seeing you up there with the Dog again. I was very happy you guys played so well. I knew you would. Thanks for the kind words too.

The feat were great, again! Thanks Bri-guy for making it happen.

Thanks Rose Garland for bringing it back to Pepper Jack's and putting on another fine show, as per.

And thanks to everyone who came back with the good vibes to end the night right.

and thanks New Rider for giving me your green sweatshirt hoody contraption. Fits like a glove. I'm wearing it right know.

Wassabs' saturday