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ANNUAL REPORT

Cablevision was taken over by a new company, Altis USA, who dismissed a large part of their work force, but the change in ownership seems to have had minimal effect on the use of their studio for taping our show: It takes the studio coordinator longer to get back to me about date reservations.

If the tapings this Thursday go as planned, we will have taped 27 shows in 2016.

MONTHLY REPORT

Upcoming:

658) 12/8/16 Fiona Tyndall - Ennis born singer with a fascinating treatment of very traditional songs in the Irish language. She has essentially kept the lyrics and style of singing in tact with a beautiful voice and her own interpretation, but the packaging and accompaniment she has chosen is unexpected. It is rich and truly jazz. www.fionatyndall.com/

659) 12/8/16 Cosmic American Derelicts - founded by George Kapitanellis "The Greek" in 1998, since then they have performed on stages through the eastern seaboard, UK & California, incorporating many styles of music into songs: Rock and Roll, Blues, Country & Western/Honky Tonk, Bluegrass, Traditional Folk/Mountain Music as well as some Reggae and Old School Pop. The current band line up: Scott Lauro vocals and guitar, Eddie Rainey vocals, guitar, dobro, mandolin, steel, Sotiri Karlis on Drums and George Kapitanellis on Bass and arrangements http://www.cosmicamericanderelicts.com

660) 1/26/17 Tim Grimm - a Rennaisance man in the performing arts world… He has for the past 15 years, blended his love for songwriting, travel, and the storytelling of acting (theatre, film and television). His most recent recording, THE TURNING POINT, produced the #1 song on Folk radio in 2014-- KING OF THE FOLKSINGERS. It was a particularly gratifying honor given the song is a tribute to Tim's friend and musical icon, Ramblin' Jack Elliott. http://www.timgrimm.com

661) 1/26/17 Michael Braunfeld - Michael Braunfeld is, first and foremost, a storyteller. His songs capture the everyday triumphs and struggles of ordinary people. His dynamic guitar style, trading off between percussive strumming and intricate finger picked melodies, has been compared to that of John Fahey. His powerful vocals have been likened to those of Bruce Springsteen. As a songwriter, Michael evokes the very best of Springsteen, Townes Van Zandt, Steve Earle, John Prine and his hero, Bill Morrissey. www.MichaelBraunfeld.com

6/15/17 Fendrick & Peck - Full of wonderful spirit, creativity, and heart, Fendrick & Peck’s neo-traditionalist folk music is a brave concoction of mature lyrics with delicate melodies, exquisite harmonies, and a dash of old school. “Talent by soul mates,” said one audience member. With a constantly evolving performance experience, filled with old poems that stir the heart, evocative songs played on aged acoustic instruments, and charming stories, an evening with them is food for the soul. They live and thrive in the awkward space between deep questions and deep knowing with sparkling humor and enthusiasm. www.fendrickandpeck.com

Ralph Litwin