DON'T MISS SATURDAY'S JUKE N' JAMM SHOW
The Memphis Songwriters Association is our featured guests on Juke N' Jamm during the two o'clock hour. Several MSA members will perform live on the air as well as share their experiences & thoughts with songwriting and the Memphis Songwriters Association. Nancy Apple of Ringo Records will be making a special appearance along with Louis Meyers who is the executive director of the Folk Alliance. And, it just so happens Mr. Meyers plays banjo for the Tennessee Boltsmokers. So, this Saturday's show should be an very interesting, informative, and entertaining show.
For one who is currently a songwriter, amateur or professional, the Memphis Songwriters Association is a great organization to become involved with. MSA is always looking for new, fresh faces and anyone interested can become a member at any time. MSA meetings are a great opportunity to network with other songwriters from the Midsouth area. The Memphis Songwriters Association meet on a quarterly basis with guest speakers, have monthly open mic sessions, and workshops throughout the year to help improve the songwriter's craft.
For more information, check out their websites: www.myspace.com/memphissongwriters or www.memphissongwriters.org.
BIG JAM SHOW FOR HOPE WORKS
Sycamore View Church of Christ in Memphis located at 1910 Sycamore View will be having a big fundraiser show on Saturday, April 28th benefiting the Hope Works Inner City Ministry. Live music featuring Crossway Worship Band, N.C.O. Band, and the bluegrass group, David Ray. Food and childcare is available. Show starts at 6:30pm and admission is free. The public is invited to come out and enjoy great music from our local artists and support a great cause at the same time. Contact Sycamore View Church of Christ at (901) 372-1874 for more details.
The Mississippi Chapters of the Southern Cruisers Riding Club is hosting its 3rd annual Mississippi State Bikers Rally “Battle For The Cure” May 4th, 5th, and 6th in Corinth, MS. This year’s event will be held at Comfort Inn of Corinth and all proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. A fashion show, scenic rides, beer booths provided by Budweiser, lots of food & BBQ, and much more. On Friday evening, May 4th, music headliners at the “Country Hoedown” are Memphis-own COWBOY BOB & THE BOUNTYHUNTERS performing on the main stage from 9pm to midnight or later. Saturday evening is dinner at 6pm followed by the “Leather & Lace Ball” with local band SAVING ABEL performing live music starting at 9pm.
All motorcycle enthusiasts and the public is welcome to attend. So, come on out for a great weekend of fun & entertainment while supporting a great cause.
For more information and directions, visit www.scrc103.com.
Dave Thorn from Vexar Entertainment has put together a St. Jude Target House Benefit CD entitled "Wednesday Nights in Memphis" which features many of the artists that have performed there for the children over the past couple of years. Artists on the CD include FreeWorld, Aubrey Cardilino, Young Loseph & The Law, Jacquelin Simmers, Ashley McBryde, Scott Sorrells, Nancy Apple, Mike Dees, The Central Standards, The Archives, Lately David, Dani, & Tucson Simpson. In addition, Channin Rosenthal provided the photography & Kevin Nix mastered the disc, with several local businesses like Strings N Things, Guitar Center, and Spin Street Music sponsoring the cost of production, etc. There will be a CD Release Party for this new benefit CD at Neil's Bar & Grill on Sunday, April 29th from 2:00pm to 10:00pm, so make sure to COME BY & listen to some GREAT live music & BUY A CD FOR THE KIDS!!! For additional info, visit www.VexarEntertainment.com/cd.html.
THE TAX MAN IS TAKING A SHORT VACATION
The Tennessee Department of Revenue is giving all of us Tennesseans a break this weekend! Take advantage of the Sales Tax Holiday coming up Friday through Sunday, April 27th-29th. Only selected items in clothing, school supplies, and computers are exempt during this special time. For a listing of items or for more information, visit www.Tennessee.gov/revenue or www.tntaxholiday.com.
VIRGINIA TECH BENEFIT TONIGHT AT FOX & HOUND
Today, the Fox and Hound English Pub & Grill in Cordova will be holding a benefit to raise funds for the Virginia Tech Foundation and Family Fund. This fund has been established to offer services to students & families of students directly affected by the Virginia Tech shooting. From 6:00pm to 8:00pm, the Fox & Hound bartenders will donate a percentage of their tips earned to the Virginia Tech fund. All those who donate during this benefit will be entered into several raffles for prizes to be given away tonight. If unable to make tonight's event, the Fox & Hound also encourages donations to be made directly to the fund at www.vt.edu. The Fox and Hound is located at 847 Exocet Drive in Cordova.
Formed in May 1986, the Bluebirds from Shreveport, Louisiana have been together for 21 years. They've taken their rock n' roll/blues/swamp rock/R&B sound nationally and overseas, performed at sold-out venues throughout the world, and are played on XM, SIRIUS, satellite, and cable music stations. To mark their 21st anniversary, the Bluebirds will be making a rare Memphis appearance on Friday & Saturday, May 4th & 5th at the Rum Boogie Cafe on Beale Street from 9:30pm-1:30am. And also on Sunday May 6th, the Bluebirds will perform at Huey's Midtown located at 1935 Madison Ave from 8:30pm to midnight. Don't miss this show!
Deering & Down will be celebrating the release of their newest CD "Break This Record" at the Young Avenue Deli located at 2119 Young Ave this Friday, April 27th starting at 9:00pm. Special guests to perform: Susan Marshall, Rick Steff, John C. Stubblefield, Lamar Sorrento, and Ed Finney just to name a few. Special appearances by The Roller Girls and Belly Dancers. Opening for Deering & Down is The Dan Montgomery Band.
CRISIS CENTER OF MEMPHIS BENEFIT CONCERT
A benefit concert event for the Crisis Center of Memphis will be held at Neil’s (1835 Madison Ave) on Thursday, Apr 26th. Music kicks off at 7:00pm. Artists performing: Lucero, Cory Branan, Chess Club, Deering & Down, Van Duren, Susan Marshall, Eddie Smith, Jimmy Davis. Call 278-NEIL for ticket info.
