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Larry Keel Experience, Dangermuffin & Jugtime Ragband THU July 2 @ Terminal West!

24 Jun

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Doors 7:00PM, Showtime 8PM, $14 ADV Purchase NOW ($17 DOOR)!

Terminal West and TDawg Presents are excited to bring you a hot, hot show to kick off your July 4 weekend featuring The Larry Keel ExperienceDangermuffin, and The Jugtime Ragband!  THURSDAY, JULY 2 promises to be a smokin’ night of absolutely stellar acoustic music, exploratory and traditional simultaneously while taking you on a journey from 20’s ragtime jazz to progressive acoustic music that embodies elements of old-school bluegrass, new grass, and folk-rock.  Personally, I am thrilled to have long-time bluegrass buddies and shenanigan cohorts The Larry Keel Experience performing on the Terminal West stage.  This is a great room for them, and to add the skills and sounds of Dangermuffin to the night just makes this a rock solid night.  The addition of Atlanta’s own The Jugtime Ragband seals the deal for one helluva show!

Keel is regarded by many as one of the most powerful, innovative and all-out exhilarating acoustic flatpicking guitarists performing today.  I tend to agree!  LKE was part of every HarvestFest I did and was the first non-festival venue show I ever produced.  It’s a joy and a pleasure to continue working with him, his lovely wife and extraordinary bassist Jenny, and the highly esteemed banjoist Will Lee any chance I can.  LKE has been tearing it up across the country, and Larry has had the opportunity to participate in several special lineups recently.  Rest assured you will walk away mesmerized by what transpires on the stage that night.  Below is a video of an entrire long set following Dangermuffin and shot on 2/26/15 in Asheville, NC at the Asheville Music Hall courtesy of Independent Arts & Music of Asheville.

For those of you who have not been turned on Dangermuffin yet, well, you’re in for a treat.  Their Friday night showcase performance at TDawg’s Back Porch Hootenanny back in April was off the charts musically, a defining two-set gem.  This incredibly dynamic trio brings out a sound that captures you in their groove almost instantly.  It will be a pleasure to witness a jam with The Larry Keel Experience, as these buddies know how to throw down when together!  Below is a video of Dangermuffin from The Pour House in Charleston that you will enjoy.

The Jugtime Ragband is homegrown out of the Atlanta music scene and one of my favorite finds of the last couple of years.  Their infectious 20’s style ragtime jazz sound with a modern twist will have you moving from the get go, and I certainly wouldn’t be surprised in the end to see them on stage in some form or fashion late in the night for a jam.

Hootenanny News, Larry Keel, and more!

29 May

May 27 marked the official 17 year anniversary of the existence of TDawg Presents/TDawg’s Productions.  What a long strange trip it’s been indeed, and the may the second 17 years bring continued growth, stability, happiness, and the joy of bringing the shows that matter!  There have been many growing pains, incredible musical experiences, and the creation of friendships & relationships to last a lifetime.  Thanks for all the support for all these years, and when change happens, know that it’s a good thing!

Over the last 17 years, I have learned to keep my approach fresh.  With that in mind, TDawg Presents won’t be producing the fall edition of TDawg’s Back Porch Hootenanny this year so more energy is available to put into the other events already on the calendar, including the 5th Annual Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny ~ A Benefit for Atlanta Habitat for Humanity ~ scheduled for Sunday, December 20 at Terminal West and the spring Back Porch Hootenanny scheduled for April 1-2, 2016, at Cherokee Farms!  Please stay tuned for details on both as we move through the year!

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Terminal West & TDawg Present The Larry Keel Experience, Dangermuffin & The Jugtime Ragband

THU July 2, Doors 7:00PM, Showtime 8PM, $14 ADV Purchase NOW!

Terminal West and TDawg Presents are excited to bring you a hot, hot show to kick off your July 4 weekend featuring The Larry Keel ExperienceDangermuffin, and The Jugtime Ragband!  Mark your calendar for THURSDAY, JULY 2, for what promises to be a smokin’ night of absolutely stellar acoustic music, exploratory and traditional simultaneously while taking you on a journey from 20’s ragtime jazz to progressive acoustic music that embodies elements of old-school bluegrass, new grass, and folk-rock.  Personally, I am thrilled to have long-time buddies and shenanigan cohorts The Larry Keel Experience performing on the Terminal West stage.  This is a great room for them, and to add the skills and sounds of Dangermuffin to the night just makes this a rock solid night.  The addition of Atlanta’s own The Jugtime Ragband seals the deal as one helluva night.  Read more…

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Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 2, for the 8th Annual Jerry Day ATL at Terminal West!  Complete details coming soon, including lineup, two stage schedule, and advance tickets!  Last year was an absolute treat, and this year will be much of the same.  Come and celebrate the birthday of a true musical genius as we roll through the catalog, no repeats the entire day (and night)!

Happy New Year + Michael Tolcher & Copious Jones 1/17!

5 Jan

Thanks again to every one – musician, patrons, volunteers, Terminal West – who was a part of the 4th Annual Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny! It was a great success, and I enjoyed presenting Atlanta Habitat with a check for $1,600 as a result of our tremendously fun time we had! Folks it will only get better from here for that special show – mark your calendars for Sunday, December 20, 2015 for the 5th Annual Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny and what promises to be quite the extravaganza.

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ADVANCE TICKETS $15/$20 DOS

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Y’all this is going a great show featuring some of Atlanta’s finest! Come on out and support – there will certainly be some surprises!

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TDawg’s Back Porch Hootenanny #18!
FRI-SAT April 10-11, 2015
Cherokee Farms, LaFayette, GA

LINEUP TBA SOON!

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Incredible Holiday Hoot & Happy Holidays!

25 Dec

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I feel like it’s a perfect time to reflect on the recent edition of Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny. Each year has surpassed expectations on every level, and with next year being the fifth annual, expect some extra special jams that reach a musical crescendo representing a cornucopia of styles and performed by some of the finest musicians Atlanta and the Southeast has to offer (just like the first four!)! 😳 I will say here that the love and admiration among the artists really makes for an incredible night of music – the sit ins on each set perfect in the moment, no rehearsal necessary (unless you’re Blueground Undergrass and haven’t played together in several years!). It was a pleasure to once again team up with Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, and without the support of our sponsors – Mellow Mushroom, Sierra Nevada, Tree Sound Studios, Tree Leaf Music – we would not have been able to pull off this year’s Hootenanny!

Deep Blue Sun kicked it off in grand fashion with special guests abound, featuring special guests abound throughout the set and culminating in a version of “Let It Be” with Papa Mali that rivaled any. They certainly set the bar high for the night, and no one failed to continue raising it through the evening.

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Delta Moon did what they do best, entwined by the swampy Delta blues and slithering dual slide to create a groove all their own and keeping the folks wanting more!

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Grant Green Jr. captivated the audience with his sincere and soulful performance that soothed the soul and took you away from your worries and had the crowd singing along with him.

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Papa Mali returned to the stage for the second time in the four year run of the Holiday Hootenanny and did not let down. Featuring a mesmerizing, almost voodoo style of guitar and vocals combined with some mighty fine interplay with mandolinist Bobby Miller, and backed by his former drummer (currently with Donna the Buffalo) Mark Raudabaugh and Grammy-winner Yonrico Scott (played with EVERYONE), Papa Mali simply left me in my tracks at one point in the performance.

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Col. Bruce Hampton never disappoints, and damn did he come through on this fine night! Bringing together a lineup that included the legendary Johnny Knapp on keys and John Hibbert on the saxophone, Bruce created a big band style jam that only the Colonel would be capable. Featuring a horn section, three drummers (including a lil’ fella – Richie Jones’s drum student), two percussion, Kevin Scott on the bass and Papa Mali sitting in, the set was full of surprises when you would expect nothing less.

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The night wrapped up with a reunion by one of my favorite groups, Blueground Undergrass. It’s been several years since we had laid eyes on the lineup present for this set, but it was worth the wait! Closing out with their unique and beautiful version of Black Muddy, it was unfortunate that the set was cut short due to time constraints, but just having them present again and enjoying being together was worth every ounce of energy it took to get them to the Holiday Hoot!

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Happy Holidays to everyone and I hope that each of you has a Happy New Year!

5 Days Away from Holiday Hootenanny Heaven

16 Dec

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The happy exulted faces you see in these pictures will be YOU on Sunday night at Terminal West at the fourth installment of Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny! There are going to be surprises for certain, quite a few sit-ins, and some simply stellar jams, as good as it gets, by world-class musicians that we are fortunate to have in our lives!

ADVANCE TICKETS are available now! $25 Adv/$30 at the Door!

The SCHEDULE is as follows:

7:00-7:40 Deep Blue Sun
7:50-8:30 Delta Moon
8:40-9:20 Grant Green Jr.
9:30-10:15 Papa Mali
10:25-Midnight Col. Hampton & Johnny Knapp > Blueground Undergrass
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Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny is evolving into a must see concert for all the right reasons and right in front of us. Come on out and be a part of music history, witnessing one-time only collaborations, and most importantly supporting Atlanta Habitat for Humanity! The Holiday Hoot will be around for years to come, and it takes the effort and energy of many kind folks to steer the ship in the right direction. YOU are kind folk, so come on out!

You never know, you might take home the pair of FLOYDFEST High-Roller VIP All-Access passes from the silent auction 😎

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Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny Schedule Released!

4 Dec

Sunday, December 21, 2014
Doors 6PM, Showtime 7PM, Silent Auction 6PM

ADVANCE TICKETS $25/$30 Door

7:00-7:40 Deep Blue Sun
7:50-8:30 Delta Moon
8:40-9:20 Grant Green Jr.
9:30-10:15 Papa Mali
10:25-Midnight Col. Hampton & Johnny Knapp > Blueground Undergrass

I don’t think there is any doubt that the 4th Annual Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny, much like the previous editions, is going to be the finest show of year! Get your advance tickets to ensure your presence at a Terminal West that night and know you’re supporting a great cause in Atlanta Habitat!

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Holiday Hootenanny (12/21) Tickets On Sale NOW!

31 Oct

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ADVANCE TICKETS are available for the Holiday Hoot! Please consider purchasing yours ahead of time. It truly helps an event out if you’re able and willing 😁. Tickets are $25 ADV ($30 door), and proceeds from the concert and silent auction will benefit Atlanta Habitat for Humanity.

ALSO, TDawg Presents is excited to announce that legendary fiddler David Blackmon (Widespread Panic, Blueground Undergrass) and mandolinist Bobby Miller have been added to the Holiday Hootenanny lineup! There will be only a couple of more additions, but this year’s edition promises to blow the proverbial roof off Terminal West!

PLEASE let your friends and family know – Spread the word far and wide! Enjoy the video below of Papa Mali performing two years ago at the Holiday Hootenanny!

 

 

 

 

Lineup Announcement for 4th Annual Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny!

28 Oct

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TDawg Presents is thrilled to announce the initial lineup for the 4th edition of Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny!  There will be just a handful of musicians added to this list in the next month or so, so stay tuned!  This concert is for a great cause in Atlanta Habitat for Humanity.  I personally have become more involved with Atlanta Habitat over the last few years indirectly through my catering work and very much feel the difference that this wonderful organization and the people involved make in a family’s life.

Venue: Terminal West at King Plow Arts Center

Admission: $25 adv/$30 door (advance tix available soon)

Door 6pm, Showtime 7pm, Silent Auction begins at 5:30pm in the Stationside Restaurant

LINEUP: Papa Mali, Col. Bruce Hampton, Delta Moon, Grant Green Jr., Rev. Jeff Mosier, Johnny Knapp, Yonrico Scott, Deep Blue Sun, Gaurav Malhotra, more TBA!!!

Emcee: From 97.1FM The River Kaedy Kiely, Wildman Steve

Ambassador of Good Will: Spike Brantley

Stay tuned for more information coming soon – PLEASE spread the good word, round up your friends and family for an absolutely incredible evening of music and fun, and all the while supporting Atlanta Habitat!  HOOT HOOT!!

TDawg Presents Oct/Nov/Holiday Hoot!

6 Oct

Well, that Hootenanny sure was fun wasn’t it!?  Funny how Hoots occur, without fail, exactly when you really need that energy the most.  I know that I’m certainly still feeling the fresh grooves that WE created at the Hootenanny!  The Hootenanny movement is unique in that it combines that festivaaal vibe with the feeling that you’re at an exclusive private party, and it works for everyone involved.  HOOOOOTENANNY!!!

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COMING UP this month on Sunday October 26, TDawg Presents a special Sunday evening triple bill at the Red Light Cafe featuring The Ragbirds, songwriter duo Shawn Spencer & Colin Vinson (from Seven Handle Circus), and Battlefield Collective.  It’s an early show, with doors at 6:30pm, showtime at 7:20pm, and The Ragbirds will take the stage about 9pm.  Grab a sitter for the evening (if you have to!) and reward yourself with a nice evening out and some FANTASTIC music.  ADVANCE TICKETS are $15/$18 Door.  Do yourselves and the show a favor and get your tickets ahead of time – well worth taking the time to do so!

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Secondhand Swagger(3)  Major & the Monbacks

Coming in November, TDawg Presents is excited to bring Secondhand Swagger and their homemade brand of Southern-fried Soul & Norfolk, VA’s favorite rock’n’soul revue Major & The Monbacks to the Red Light Cafe on Thursday, November 13 for a night of old school funk!  Adv tix $10 ($12 Door) will be available soon!  Doors 8pm, Showtime 9pm.  Let’s blow the roof off the place!

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Before you know it, we’re gonna be having the holiday office party of the year in the form of The 4th Annual Atlanta’s Holiday Hootenanny on Sunday, December 21 at Terminal West!  Once again, and hopefully for many years to come, the concert is a Benefit for Atlanta Habitat for Humanity and there will be a silent auction taking place before and during the event.

Stay tuned for complete details, including advance ticket info.  Initial lineup to be announced soon, with some familiar faces and some fresh ones interspersed amongst to make this Holiday Hoot the finest yet!

Here’s how last year’s ended, just like they’ve all ended yet different.  Can’t wait y’all!

7th Annual Jerry Day ATL 3 weeks out!

7 Jul

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That’s right y’all!  We’re only three weeks out from one helluva celebration of music, fun & friends for this steady stream of Grateful Dead from 3pm – midnight, and no song is repeated!  I spoke with guitarist Ted Norton, who will be performing with songwriter/author/Grateful Dead Hour host/music historian David Gans, and he emphasized how freakin’ pumped everyone is to be part of this jam, so round up your posse and make plans to come where the music never stops…at least from 3-midnight!  Get your Advance Tickets by Clicking Here

**We will soon be releasing a limited number of VIP passes that will include a dinner buffet provided by Bhojanic, a private balcony viewing area, and complimentary Sierra Nevada and non-alcoholic beverages from 6-9pm!**

Terminal West is the perfect venue for this event – they have the Stationside Restaurant directly connected so you will never go hungry.  The second stage will be located inside the restaurant.

We hope to see you there!