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Friday, January 4, 2013

Jen Chapin shows in NYC Jan 5 & 6 #music #nyc

January 4, 2013

Happy New Year everyone!

Here in Brooklyn, we are emerging from the happy holiday cave of family and food (oh yeah, and a bit of wine and whiskey…) and starting off the year with two weekend shows in NYC this Saturday 1/5 and Sunday 1/6.

The concert on Saturday will be a benefit for our local elementary school where our son Maceo is thriving in the 2nd grade. The school has suffered greatly from budget cuts over recent years, yet the principal, teachers and staff, with support from many parents and the community, carry on bravely in maintaining a nurturing home for a diverse group of kids to learn and grow and be safe together.

Be safe together. Like many of you, I cried many tears over the lives lost last month in Newtown CT, but never were the emotions so powerful as the following Monday morning when I took Maceo back to school. I was overcome not with fear for he and his classmates, nor more sadness for the families of strangers; but with surging love for the dedicated, creative, underpaid, and tremendously loving staff of this humble place. Though we kept him sheltered from the news, Maceo was a bit sad that morning and the kindness and hugs he received from our security guard, our school office, and his teacher in his first few minutes back were both a credit to the institution and an indictment of the rest of us. On that day and every day, how can we not fully support and compensate those who nurture our children?

Yes -- I’m for enhanced mental health services (can we at least stop gutting the system?) and for solid gun regulations (and as is rote in these discussions I can spout my own open-minded credentials as someone who has accompanied in-laws on duck hunts and has in my freezer a gift-wrapped slab of Colorado elk meat brought down by the guns of my cousins -- Recipe suggestions welcome) but I have nothing new or illuminating to add to that crowded debate. For the moment, I’m just for really, truly, valuing teachers and kids.

So if you are in the area of Brooklyn NY this Saturday night, want to try my home-cooking, and are looking for a cozy night out of music and community, come on down. The price seems steep at first ($70 per couple, $40 per individual) but when you consider that proceeds benefit public education and provide two sets of music, dinner, drinks, dessert, and childcare (our wonderful neighbors next door keep the kids delighted!) After my set, fellow PS9 parent and acclaimed musician Jeremiah Lockwood will play his own unique brand of mystical virtuosic blues nourished by ancient Jewish and African traditions. Yeah you got that right!

Sorry that we can’t offer food and babysitting the following night, Sunday January 6th, at Rockwood Music Hall, but we will have a special guest appearance from my dear friend, inspiration, and musical comrade Martha Redbone, who will step off the plane from London that afternoon and join us for some improvised background vocals.

The focus for both these shows will be working out newer songs in preparation for our upcoming recording in March — my first album of all original music in 7 years (Yes, that duration exactly coincides with the life of my first son — coincidence?), though I must say it’s been fun to play some of my dad Harry’s tunes over a number of tributes last month. As many of you know, we recorded our set on December 1st for a live CD, Jen Chapin Trio: Celebrating Harry’s 70th, that is available via PalPal and features our renditions of I Wonder What Would Happen to this World, Flowers Are Red, Tangled Up Puppet, Shooting Star, and Cat’s in the Cradle plus a few of mine and some bonus studio tracks. Here it is. Many of you have let me know that you really love the CD — thank you!

Peace to you. And thanks for listening,

Jen

Upcoming Shows
Saturday, January 5th * 6 – 9 pm
House Concert to benefit PS9 Arts Programs
Our place, near Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn * 347 432 0283
$70 couple, $40 individual includes dinner, drinks, dessert, music and childcare!
Tickets on sale now at Brown Paper Tickets
With Stephan Crump, Jamie Fox and maybe Liberty Ellman if he can finish his move in time.

Sunday, January 6 * 8 pm
Rockwood Music Hall
196 Allen Street, NY NY 10002 * 212.477.4155 * $10
With Stephan Crump, Jamie Fox and Liberty Ellman

Friday, March 1st * 8 pm
Katherine Hepburn Performing Arts Center
300 Main Street, Old Saybrook CT 06475 * 877-503-1286 * $25
Full Band including Dan Rieser on drums

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Friday, December 21, 2012

Robert Ross in Manhattan Tues night, Piermont Sat Dec 29, Atlantic City New Years Eve #blues

ROBERT ROSS BAND
Two Time NY Music Award Winner
NY Blues Hall Of Fame Inductee
Quote: "A blues icon. One of the great blues spirits." Bob Fass (Radio Un-nameable, WBAI-FM Pacifica Network).
Website: www.RobertRossBand.com

CHRISTMAS NIGHT IN MANHATTAN
Robert Ross & The Blues-Manian Devils @ Jule's Bistro
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
6pm - 9pm
65 Saint Marks Place, NY, NY 10003
Phone: 212-477-5560
Featuring: Mal "The Malevolent One" Stein (drums), "The Star Of" David Hofstra (upright bass), & two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross (vocals, guitar, & harp). We will perform from 6pm to 9pm. Great French restaurant, great music, and FREE Admission. What more could you ask??

SATURDAY NIGHT IN ROCKLAND COUNTY
Robert Ross Band @ Turning Point
Saturday, December 29, 2012
9:15pm - 12:45am
468 Piermont Ave., Piermont, NY 10968
Phone: 845-359-1089
Featuring: Steve "Holly Holy" Holley on drums, Mark "The Good Doctor" Dann on bass, & two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross on vocals, guitar, slide guitar, and harp from 9:15pm to 12:30am. The best little music room on the East Coast. We've been playing there 25 years, since 1987. Admission is $15. Seating is limited so call to make a reservation.

NEW YEAR'S EVE IN ATLANTIC CITY
Robert Ross @ Atlantic Club Casino Hotel
Monday, Decmber 31, 2012
9pm to 12:40am
Boston Ave & The Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 609.347.7111
Featuring: Two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross on vocals, guitar, slide guitar, & harmonica. Thank you Kirk Yano!!

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Robert Ross in Queens tomorrow, Newburgh Saturday, Manhattan next Thursday #music #blues

THIS WEEK

Robert Ross @ Theodore G. Jackson Adult Center
Thursday, December 6, 2012
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Theodora G. Jackson Adult Center
92-47 165th Street, Jamaica, NY 11433
Phone: 718-657-6570
Other Info: This holiday party was organized by Flushing Town Hall featuring two time NY Music Award winner and NY Blues Hall Of Fame inductee Robert Ross on vocals, and guitar. from 1pm to 2:30pm.

A VERY SCENIC MUSIC ROOM IN NEWBURGH

Robert Ross @ Newburgh Brewing Co.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
3pm - 6pm
Newburgh Brewing Company
88 Colden St., Newburgh, NY 12550
Phone: 845-569-2337
Featuring: Two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross (vocals, guitar, slide guitar, & harp) from 6pm to 9pm. The club is a huge space overlooking the Hudson River. It has one of the most scenic views I've ever seen. Outstanding food, outstanding music, and FREE Admission!! ?? What more can ya ask for?? Thank you to my old pal Peter Javenes. Stay strong Pete!!

NEXT WEEK

Robert Ross Band @ Cupping Room
Thursday, December 13, 2012
8pm - 11pm
Cupping Room: 359 West Broadway, New York, NY 10013
Phone: 212-925-2898
Featuring: Mal "The Malevolent" Stein on drums, Mark "The Good Doctor" Dann on bass, & two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross on vocals, guitar, slide guitar, and harp. Outstanding food, outstanding music, and FREE Admission!! ?? What more can ya ask for??

LATER IN DECEMBER

ON CHRISTMAS DAY FROM 6PM TO 9PM

Robert Ross & The Blues-Manian Devils @ Jule's Bistro
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
6pm - 9pm
65 Saint Marks Place, NY, NY 10003
Phone: 212-477-5560
Featuring: Mal "The Malevolent One" Stein (drums), "The Star Of" David Hofstra (upright bass), & two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross (vocals, guitar, & harp). We will perform from 6pm to 9pm. Great French restaurant, great music, and FREE Admission. What more could you ask??

Robert Ross Band @ Turning Point
Saturday, December 29, 2012
9:15pm - 12:45am
468 Piermont Ave., Piermont, NY 10968
Phone: 845-359-1089
Featuring: Steve "Holly Holy" Holley on drums, Mark "The Good Doctor" Dann on bass, & two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross on vocals, guitar, slide guitar, and harp from 9:15pm to 12:30am. The best little music room on the East Coast. We've been playing there 25 years, since 1987. Admission is $15. Seating is limited so call to make a reservation.

NEW YEAR'S EVE in ATLANTIC CITY!!
Robert Ross @ Atlantic Club Casino Hotel
Monday, Decmber 31, 2012
9pm to 12:40am
Boston Ave & The Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 609.347.7111
Featuring: Two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert "Bluesman" Ross on vocals, guitar, slide guitar, & harmonica. Thank you Kirk Yano!!

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Robert Ross at BB King's Thanksgiving night! #music #blues

ROBERT ROSS BAND
Two Time NY Music Award Winner
NY Blues Hall Of Fame Inductee
Website: www.RobertRossBand.com 
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THE ROBERT ROSS BAND CAN PLAY AT YOUR PARTY!!
The Robert Ross Band is available for private parties. As you know, we play blues, jazz, soul, and rock 'n' roll. With our diverse repertoire and adaptability our music is suitable for both dancing or dining. Send us an email and put "Party" in the subject line. Thanks.
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THANKSGIVING DAY BLAST AT BB KING'S!!
Felix Cabrera & Robert Ross Band @ BB King's (Lucille's Lounge)
Thursday, November 22, 2012
8:00pm - 1am
B.B. King's (Lucilles Lounge)
Address: 243 West 42 St. Times Sq.
Phone: 212-997-4144
New York, NY 10036
Other Info: We perform from 8pm to 1am on Thanksgiving Night. Featuring: NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Felix "El Gato" Cabrera (vocals, harmonica, percussion), Mal "The Malevolent One" Stein (drums), "The Star Of" David Hofstra (bass); and two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert Ross (vocals, guitar, slide guitar, & harmonica). We perform from 8pm to 1am in Lucille's Lounge. FREE Admission. Great food. Cool atmosphere.
COMING SOON!!
Robert Ross @ Newburgh Brewing Co.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
3:00pm - 6pm
Newburgh Brewing Company
88 S. Colden St.
Phone: 845-569-2337
Newburgh, NY 12550
Other Info: Featuring: Two time NY Music Award winner & NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee Robert Ross (vocals, guitar, slide guitar, & harp) from 3pm to 6pm. The club is a huge space overlooking the Hudson River. It has one of the most scenic views I've ever seen. Outstanding food, outstanding music, and FREE Admission!! ?? What more can ya ask for??