posted September 23, 2009
Charles and Myrtle's Coffeehouse, located inside Christ Unity Church at 105 McBrien Road, has a full October lineup. All shows start at 8 p.m. and there is a $10 suggested donation at the door. For more information visit www.christunity.org.
Oct. 2 John Lathim
Review for John Lathim:
John Lathim performs a unique acoustic blend of Scotch, Irish and mountain music. John presents a cultural European-American folk sound with original compositions. His vocal sound has been compared to Gordon Lightfoot. His songs tell of rural life of the farmer, the traveling vagabond and the minstrel, weaving stories of the pioneers and days gone by. John also sings about the working class culture and social issues.
Oct. 3 Lonesome Traveler Bluegrass Band
Review for Lonesome Traveler:
This is an acoustic band from Colorado’s front range with a bluegrass driver’s license, a certificate of songwriting, and a sheriff’s badge of cool. They possess the cracklin’ firepower of a six-piece band, yet the grace of a dancer as they weave in and around their condenser microphones, singing, picking, and testifying to the gospel of Americana music.
Oct. 10 Will Kimbrough
Review for Will Kimbrough:
An astounding, in-demand guitarist (Americana Music Association Instrumentalist of the Year), a producer, and creator of timeless songs in both pop motifs and dusty Americana, Will Kimbrough is slowly, but surely, becoming a household word. His guitar playing has made him a sought-after sideman, playing for Jimmy Buffett (who recorded Will’s “Piece of Work” on his License to Chill CD), Rodney Crowell, and Todd Snider. But then there is Will Kimbrough the solo artist. Recently Will was tapped to be Rodney Crowell’s opening act and lead guitarist.
Oct. 17 Kim McClean and Mark Elliot Review for Kim McClean and Mark Elliot:
Two award winning songwriters have joined forces in a tour that rocks and grooves its way through a powerful set of original songs in the Folklahoma-Appalachi-Groove Train. Kim McLean has had over 200 of her original songs recorded by major artists like Tim McGraw, Lee Ann Rimes, and Trisha Yearwood. On stage with her will be former Kerrville Folk Festival winner, Mark Elliott. Mark has had many songs recorded perhaps most notably, but the late great cowboy, Chris Ledoux.
Oct. 23 Matt Brown
Review for Matt Brown:
Matt Brown performs American roots music with a a deft touch and a smile. He is an engaging performer who educates his audiences as he entertains with a varied program of traditional music. He plays sprightly square dance tunes, haunting banjo pieces, and sings a variety of songs from the blues to traditional ballads. He is an innovative fiddler, an intricate banjo player, a propulsive guitar player, and a moving singer. Many of his influences come from commercial recordings of the 1920's and 1930's.
Oct. 24 Mad Agnes
Review for Mad Agnes:
Mad Agnes is not one person, but three, and they're mad in only the most inventive way. Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones and Mark Saunders stir up elements of classical and folk, cross singer/songwriter poignancy with street-theatre smarts and infuse it all with courageous harmonies, complex counterpoint and rich
storytelling in a powerful live performance. Their lyrics are
intelligent, their delivery warm, and insightful. Not surprisingly, each has arrived at the trio from a long list of solo accomplishments.
Oct. 30 Terry Smith
Review for Terry Smith:
Terry Smith was voted by the Traditional Music Association as its Songwriter of the Year in both 1995 and 1996, wrote "Far-Side Banks of Jordan," which is featured twice in Robert Duvall's movie, The Apostle, and is included on the film's soundtrack CD. Fast becoming a gospel and bluegrass standard, "Far-Side Banks of Jordan" has been recorded over 150 times. Terry also wrote one of Roy Acuff's last singles, "I Can't Find a Train," and the Oak Ridge Boys recorded his rousing gospel number, "Lord, I've Been Ready for Years."
Oct. 31 Kenny Meeks
Review for Kenny Meeks:
Kenny wears many hats as artist, musician, and producer. In 2000, he released his debut album, Tell My Angel, to critical praise. Around that time he also assembled a group of blues musicians called the Southern Soul Masters, who play regularly around the Nashville area. Recently, Kenny completed work on two new solo efforts, Blue Chapel and Unfaded, both released in 2003.
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