From: owner-jinglejangle-digest@smoe.org (jinglejangle-digest) To: jinglejangle-digest@smoe.org Subject: jinglejangle-digest V1 #167 Reply-To: jinglejangle@smoe.org Sender: owner-jinglejangle-digest@smoe.org Errors-To: owner-jinglejangle-digest@smoe.org Precedence: bulk jinglejangle-digest Wednesday, August 19 1998 Volume 01 : Number 167 Today's Subjects: ----------------- [MLL] TO Lilith [Toronto Spice ] [MLL] [off topic] Living Room Tour in Los Angeles, 8/22 [deanorez@juno.co] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Tue, 18 Aug 1998 12:43:42 -0400 (EDT) From: Toronto Spice Subject: [MLL] TO Lilith I just want to say I had an AWESOME time at Toronto Lilith, and especially meeting up with Laura (hi!) and her rad friends. Here's a quick summary cause I'm at my friend's house in Ontario.... set list: I'm Talking to You Western Union Desperate Hard Road (LUcinda Williams) She Had You He'd Be a Diamond His ND World 1952 Vincent Black Lightning Some Jingle Jangle Morning (When I'm Straight) it was so funny cause she forgot the line "is he runnin' low on affection?" and we kept tell her "affection" and she was like "what? waht?" it was funny...um, I went backstage and hung out and it was really rad and I met lots of cool Canadian music people. I gotta go now.... xo, Rachel ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 18 Aug 1998 12:21:18 -0700 From: deanorez@juno.com Subject: [MLL] [off topic] Living Room Tour in Los Angeles, 8/22 Hello, everyone! Many of you will receive this more than once and, for that, I apologize... Please take the time to read, especially if you're in the Los Angeles area. I'm announcing a Living Room Tour in Los Angeles on 8/22, at around 6pm. If you are not familiar with the concept of the LRT, go to . To make it easier, though, I'll explain in small detail. LRTs originated from the EDAs (Everyday Angels), Jewel's Internet-based mailing list although they have really nothing to do with her -- which, I know, some of you are relieved of. They really have much more to do with music appreciation in probably the most intimate of venues -- the home. Recently, these LRTs have gained national media exposure from SLAMM (Issue #63) and Rolling Stone Magazines -- as well as MTV Online. Before you delete, fans of Mary Lou might have interest in this as Mary Lou is quite familiar with one of the aritists on our bill. If you ask Mary about Aife Wells or, more specifically, Aife's manager, Staci, you can ask her about her times with them in the "rougher days." Here are the details... When: Saturday August 22, 1998; 6pm-TBD Where: the home of Larry Greenfield Confirmed Performers: Aife Wells, Beth Waters, Abby Travis, Pamela Goodchild, Essey Jensen, and Mary Dolan Unconfirmed Performers: Susan James, Cindy Wasserman, and Marcella Detroit Patronage: Please RSVP to Larry Greenfield or myself as soon as possible. We encourage you to bring your friends and family. Admission is a minimum $10/person which will be divided evenly between the artists. Additional donations are welcome and would be appreciated. Other Information: This will be a very casual gathering of music lovers, music professionals, and, of course, musicians. There is obviously no dress code but it is recommended that you bring warm clothing as this event is being held outdoors and will extend on through the night. Food & drink will be available. CD giveaways will also be taking place. * These artists (with the exception of Marcella Detroit) have confirmed to be *attending* the show and have expressed interest in future LRTs in Los Angeles. At this time, however, they have not decided on if they will perform. Marcella Detroit was approached to participate with Pamela Goodchild but no confirmation has been given to us at this time. Artist Information AIFE WELLS BIO: Aife (pronounced EE-VA) Wells is a true veteran of the Los Angeles music scene. Having grown up in Laurel Canyon right above the Sunset Strip with musician parents, you could say music is in her blood. Ever since she picked up a guitar as a teenager she has been setting ears afire with her blend of melody, emotion and heartfelt honesty. Searching for an opinion of Aife's talent as a singer/songwriter? Look no further than to the legendary Iggy Pop for a glowing reference. Once Iggy saw Aife's former band, MS. 45, he immediately offered them the opening slot on his tour. Aife's hook-laden melodies, combined with her alluring stage presence, caused Mr. Pop to stop in his tracks and take notice of this star on the rise. Since MS.45 has disbanded, Aife is now performing solo around the city to critical acclaim. Her trademark smooth and sultry vocals delve into the raw emotional territory of loneliness and longing. Dealing with the deaths of her parents continues to be a musical inspiration for Aife. Such source material infuses her music with an unmistakable sincerity reminiscent of Neil Young or Elliot Smith, both of which she credits as major influences. One listen proves that Aife is able to strike that rare balance between the melancholy forlornness of lost love and the hopefulness and joy that keeps you coming back for more. - ---- I don't know how many times I've told this story but those of you who know it can continue on. I discovered Aife when she opened for Mary Lou Lord last October at Spaceland in Silverlake, CA. I was a little auspicious considering her onstage demeanor (stereotypical burnt-out Hollywood ingenue) and that the opening act, Cecil Seaskull (formerly of Nerdy Girl), was less than extraordinary. But as soon as her voice hit the mic I was overcome with so much emotion I could hardly contain myself. This was when I was seeing close to 20 shows a week and was pretty much fed up with the local scene (with certain exceptions: The Negro Problem, Ozomatli, Black Eyed Peas, Gillian Welch, Cockyed Ghost, The Muffs, and a few others). Although she's still perfecting her onstage "character," her talent exceeds these rough spots. She recently opened at the secret gigs for The Counting Crows and The Red Hot Chili Peppers here in Los Angeles. ___ BETH WATERS Sorting through the discarded/duplicates pile of the KCRW library, I came upon her EP, "Don't Look Back," and instead of inquiring a DJ about it, I just played it. Although it wasn't immediately earth-shattering, I saw the potential of her talent and obtained more information on her. Originally hailing from Santa Barbara, CA, local press compared her to Jewel and Tori Amos, among other songwriter icons. While I won't dare to unfairly put her in that mold, she definitely has the potential to become quite a strong performer. Blending classical musical arrangements on piano, thoughtful lyrics, and a fresh youthful (yet full) voice, Beth creates music in a clearly cinematic scope. I still regard her track "Needing To Be True" as a strong contender for tearjerker song of the year. Now a San Francisco resident, Beth makes a most welcome return to Southern California. More info on Beth can be found at ___ ABBY TRAVIS: Locals know her as the lead vocalist/bassist for The Abby Travis Foundation. People around the world know her as the former bassist for Elastica and Beck along with her collaborations with KMFDM, Susan James, Flea, Spinal Tap, Ann Magnuson, and the list goes on. Abby recently experimented with material in the solo realm when she performed a unique cabaretesque set at the annual Broken Mic event at Spaceland earlier this year. Lucky, for me, I was in the audience that night. While her music might not be everyone (it's borderline performance art), Abby, herself, is enchanting enough to see her at least once. I invited her to this LRT not only to hear her devilishly clever "Everything's Wonderful" again but to make sure my ears and eyes weren't deceiving me. - ----- More info on The Abby Travis Foundation can be found at: Articles on Abby ___ MARY DOLAN After graduating from University of San Diego High school in 1983, Mary took up classical music studies at California State University, Fullerton. She spent three years studying classical voice and music theory, then returned to San Diego where she began to direct church choirs. She worked with choirs for less than a year when she decided that choral direction wasn't what she wanted to do. At the advice of a friend, she went to an "open jam session" at a bar called Doc's Landing in El Cajon, California and it was there that she discovered what she did want to do - - play her guitar and sing for people who wanted to listen. Mary then sought out venues to perform by participating in "open mic" nights and by auditioning at various coffee houses throughout San Diego. These efforts led to gigs all over town, recording offers, music award nominations, opening act spots for more well-known artists and the recognition that Mary Dolan is a talented singer/songwriter. - ----- More info on Mary Dolan can be found at: ___ Essey Jensen's bio has not been written up at this time -- although some may remember her from the now defunct Innerchange Coffee House in San Diego. If you'd like info on her contact Larry Greenfield . Cindy Wasserman (sister of renowned bassist Rob Wasserman) is the lead singer of the LA band Starbelly. Susan James is currently riding high on the critical success of her latest effort _Fantastic Voyage_ (Red Letter). Interestingly enough she once opened for Rob Wasserman's outfit, Ratdog, as well as John Doe and Lindsey Buckingham. She's also very familiar with Living Room Tours having been at last years' NXNW with LRT founding mother Cindy Lee Berryhill who she befriended at the annual festival. Lastly, Marcella Detroit should go without describing. Since leaving Shakespeare's Sister her solo work has been thrilling music lovers for years. More updates will be coming as the day approaches. Thank you for your time and I hope to see you this Saturday! Gerard Perez _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866] ------------------------------ End of jinglejangle-digest V1 #167 **********************************