May 28: Andy Shelton at Acoustic Long Island
Andy Shelton flew into New York just to play for Acoustic Long Island, and boy, his arms are tired (his joke, not ours, I swear). He’s yet another amazing artist we’ve had from Utah (the others are Stephanie Smith and Deborah Fotheringham) — arriving here with a guitar case full of stories and a voice that is simply perfect.
Shelton’s percussive acoustic jazz/folk style is well complimented by his “Unique, strong voice” (Taxi.com) and award winning story-like lyrics (lyricawards.com). This 2007 Best of State Nominee has also received an honorable mention in the 12th annual Billboard Songwriting Contest, 1st place awards on www.LyricAwards.com and www.comp10.com, and recent Honor Award in the 7th Annual Great American Song Contest. As a solo artist, Andy has made concert appearances on Fox 13`s Good Day Utah, “B all over with Michael B” on KJAZZ 14, channel 4`s Good Things Utah where he placed 2nd in the `Utah`s Next` competition, and The NuSkin World of Ice venue at the 2002 Winter Olympics. His music has been featured on the television programs “Not on the First Date”and “Mountain Views”. This last Feburary, his current project entitled “Up On Market Street” was release to rave reviews from the local press. Event News Weekly calls his music “…Possibly the best written in the state.” And Mike Rosskelly of Rosskelly Sound says “It’s the best CD I’ve heard all year” For more go to www.andyshelton.com.
May 28 VIDEO: Andy Shelton at Acoustic Long Island
Andy Shelton performs LIVE at Acoustic Long Island, May 28, 2008. Video produced and directed by Rob Dircks.
May 28: The Unofficial ALI Summer Kickoff
The french doors out to the back porch are open, the trees are full, and the music is cool and tasty like an umbrella drink at the pool. Check out the amazing variety of sounds we’ve got tonight to start off your summer listening — with Dave Dircks, The Reinharts, Tom Meyer, Bob K, Richard Cashman, Rob Kurtz, Frankie Harte with Cory Balsamo, Don Olsen and the-pineapple-slice-in-our-pina-colada, Martha Trachtenberg.
May 21: David Celia at Acoustic Long Island
David Celia dashed on to the Acoustic Long Island stage just 10 minutes before his set, driving all the way from Toronto non-stop (except a side trip to pick up his guitar!). Whew! Definitely our closest call yet — but man, was it worth the wait. A world class musician who has played for audiences all over the Europe, U.S.A. and Canada, Celia’s music has been described as “roots-rock with hints of folk wrapped up in a pop package”. Flawless 3 and 4 part harmonies are usually the first thing that audiences are drawn to in the live set but ultimately it’s the songwriting that gives the music a timeless feel. David has received plenty of radio play on CBC Radio in Canada as well as on the BBC in the UK, featured “live in studio” recently on Radio2’s highly regarded Bob Harris Show. In July ‘07, David played Canada’s historic Mariposa Festival(before Gordon Lightfoot). He also recently played Larmertree Festival in Wiltshire, England and Blue Balls Festival in Lucerne opening for Elvis Costello and Badly Drawn Boy. Find out more at myspace.com/davidcelia. ALI factoid: Celia is our very first performer to bring a kazoo on stage, and incredibly, plays it like a serious instrument. Bravo!
May 21 VIDEO: David Celia at Acoustic Long Island
David Celia performs LIVE at Acoustic Long Island, May 2008. Video produced and directed by Rob Dircks.
May 21: Better than the American Idol Finals
Sure, it was the “Battle of the Davids” on Fox tonight, but Long Island’s true music lovers still came out to cheer on their local favorites — and prove that an intimate musical gathering in a turn-of-the-century mansion can be just as entertaining - or better - than the coronation of a new pop king. Listen in to LI’s own idols: L’angelo Mysterioso (with John), Edwina and her marimba, newcomer Matt Dorrien all the way from California, Hank Stone, and Martha Trachtenberg. Enjoy!
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