SUTTON CENTER, 2nd Floor
| 6:30 PM | THE HIGHWAYMEN | 60’s Folk Hit Makers |
| “Michael, Row the Boat Ashore”, “Cottonfields” and “The Gypsy Rover” propelled the Highwaymen to the top of the charts. Performing and recording together for over 50 years, they continue to offer the sound and integrity of performance that made them an integral part of the folk movement. The Highwaymen who perform today are ALL original members of the group that began in the 60’s and may be the only folk group in the history of US to boast a sitting Federal Appeals Court judge in their lineup. | ||
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Alkahest Artists & Attractions, Inc. Booth # 820, Americas Hall II, 888-728-8989 info@alkahestartists.net |
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| 6:50 PM | JANA HERZEN AND HER MOTÉMA ALLSTAR BAND | Featuring Motéma Recording artists Charnett Moffet (bass), Pat Jones (guitar) Bujo Kevin Jones (percussion), Barry Kornhauser (cello), Ellen Weiss (vocals & piano) |
| Motéma Music founder Jana Herzen's sensual brew of jazzy-world-tinged-alt-pop is inspired by her extensive world travels and life experience. Her story-rich songs groove effortlessly through territories of folk, reggae, Afro-pop, jazz, and blues while never straying far from the heart. With a richness of voice and spirit akin to Cesaria Evora, Eva Cassidy, Sade and Joni Mitchel, Jana’s sound is both universal and one of a kind. Motéma promotes a new Herzen CD this June. | ||
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Motéma Music Booth # 900, Americas Hall II, 212-860-6969 booking@motema.com |
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| 7:10 PM | THE HUNT FAMILY | A family of high-powered dancers & fast fiddlers with gorgeous harmonies |
| This multi-talented family of 9, including world-ranked Irish dancers and award-winning fiddlers & singer/songwriters must be seen to be believed. Performing Celtic, bluegrass, inspirational and popular tunes, the Hunt Family offers a unique blend of diversity in every show. Currently working on a 6th album, this international touring sensation is sure to amaze your audiences with world-class performances and capture your hearts with their charm! | ||
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EastCoast Entertainment Booth # 424, Americas Hall I, 800-277-6874 kkaminski@eastcoastentertainment.com |
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| 7:30 PM | TREY HENSLEY | Guitar virtuoso and country singer  |
| Described as a "hillblly rock star" by country renaissance man Marty Stuart, Trey Hensley is a real triple threat: great singer, world-class guitarist and talented songwriter. He first performed on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry at the age of 11. Now 18 years old, Trey blends rich baritone vocals with lightning-fast guitar playing to create an exciting performance of contemporary country music with deep traditional roots. | ||
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EastCoast Entertainment Booth # 424, Americas Hall I, 800-277-6874 kkaminski@eastcoastentertainment.com |
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| 7:50 PM | THE HIGHWAYMEN | 60’s Folk Hit Makers |
| “Michael, Row the Boat Ashore”, “Cottonfields” and “The Gypsy Rover” propelled the Highwaymen to the top of the charts. Performing and recording together for over 50 years, they continue to offer the sound and integrity of performance that made them an integral part of the folk movement. The Highwaymen who perform today are ALL original members of the group that began in the 60’s and may be the only folk group in the history of US to boast a sitting Federal Appeals Court judge in their lineup. | ||
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Alkahest Artists & Attractions, Inc. Booth # 820, Americas Hall II, 888-728-8989 info@alkahestartists.net |
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| 8:10 PM | MICHELLE SHOCKED | Michelle Shocked with painter David Willardson – To See Music is to Hear Art. |
| For over 20 years, acclaimed picker-poet Michelle Shocked ("Anchorage" and "Come a Long Way") has been generating compelling lyrics and mnemonic melodies, exploring and expanding her musical instincts through folk and rock to pop and gospel. Now Shocked emerges with The HeART Project - Michelle singing and telling stories inspired by "Indelible Women" while world famous fine artist David Willardson paints live on stage. The iconic canvases are revealed throughout a musical journey, providing audiences a unique cultural experience... "to see music and hear art." | ||
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Skyline Music Booth # 542, Americas Hall I, Skyline Music, LLC, 561-790-4843 andrea@skylineonline.com |
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| 8:30 PM - MIDNIGHT | WORLD CULTURES FESTIVAL Experience a world of super-hot traditional and contemporary music and dance highlighting and connecting diverse cultures from the Americas and around the globe - all right in the Hilton. Stay warm (well, get hot!) with us. This multi-artist, multi-agency showcase will rock your world! |
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| 8:30 PM | WOUTER KELLERMAN: COLOUR | Hit Music & Dance Show from Johannesburg! |
| Hit production from Johannesburg! Lively, multi-media music/dance program featuring new twists on tango and reconstructed smooth jazz! Musical journey through African, Latin, Celtic and Jazz modes - guided by classical inspirations. Nominated for SAMA (South African Grammy equivalent), their hot CD is planned for 2009 US release. Excellent residencies for all age groups. | ||
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Community Communications Booth 418, Americas Hall I, 718-956-9482 soulonline@commcom.com |
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| 8:50 PM | PAINTED ON WATER | World Music/Jazz/Blues influences featuring Sertab Erener (Winner, Eurovision 2003) & Demir Demirkan. |
| “Painted on Water” is a fusion of World Music with Jazz/Blues influences. Sertab Erener whose musical career spans 15 years, was highlighted as a Eurovision 2003 winner, in collaboration with world renowned composer/guitarist/arranger/singer, Demir Demirkan. The album title implies the Turkish art form, “Ebru”. The music is the re-discovery of Anatolian Classical Folk songs through modern instrumentation and arrangements. Experience the international contemporary style of “Painted on Water” performed by two of Turkey’s most respected and revered artists, Sertab Erener and Demir Demirkan. | ||
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Motéma Music Booth # 900, Americas Hall II, 212-860-6969 booking@motema.com |
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| 9:10 PM | DEBORAH HENSON-CONANT - HI-VOLTAGE HARP & VOICE | Grammy-Nominated performer/composer/songwriter – electric harp & voice from Flamenco to Blues. |
| Deborah Henson-Conant gives the type of electric performance audiences have come to expect for her shows that fuse music, theater, stories, humor, virtuosity and entertainment. The showcase will feature a taste of her cross-genre music, which mixes genres from Blues to Flamenco, brought to life on her signature carbon-fibre, fully electric, strap-on harp. Whether playing full-out blues or a heart-wrenching ballad, Henson-Conant performs feel-good, outside-the-box, bring-the-folks-you-love kinds of shows for audiences of all genders and ages. | ||
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Skyline Music Booth # 542, Americas Hall I, Skyline Music, LLC, 561-790-4843 andrea@skylineonline.com |
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| 9:30 PM | GINO SITSON | Worldly A Cappella! |
| Deeply inventive A Cappella quartet offers highly original jazz-infused world music. Now based in New York, Gino hails from Cameroon. Stunning body percussion and awesome 4-octave vocal range. Featured with legendary Bobby McFerrin at Zankel/Carnegie Hall and in PBS documentary set for nation-wide broadcast in 2009. Memorable, fun community-building workshops! | ||
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Community Communications Booth 418, Americas Hall I, 718-956-9482 soulonline@commcom.com |
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| 9:50 PM | KAïSSA | Hot Cameroonian Afro-Pop, featured on 5 Putumayo CDs |
| Cameroon-born, Paris-raised, Kaïssa offers electrifying Afro-Pop, Reggae, Jazz, Caribbean and R&B grooves. Expect engaging vocals, soulful lyrics, masterful improvised solos, pulsating rhythms and lively dancing. Featured guest with Paul Simon in "Under African Skies" residency at BAM, Kaissa is currently on world tour with David Byrne. | ||
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Community Communications, Booth 418, Americas Hall I 718-956-9482, soulonline@commcom.com |
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| 10:10 PM | TOUBAB KREWE | West African and Americana instrumental fusion |
| Toubab Krewe has set "a new standard for fusion of rock 'n' roll and West African music" (Afropop Worldwide). The band developed their unique sound over the course of extended trips to Mali, Guinea and Ivory Coast. Their showcase will feature traditional West African songs and instruments such as the kora, kamel ngoni and djembe, as well as original tunes that display their diverse Americana influences, from surf to zydeco. | ||
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Skyline Music Booth # 542, Americas Hall I, Skyline Music, LLC, 561-790-4843 andrea@skylineonline.com |
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| 10:25 PM | TEAR DOWN THE WALLS - VIDEO SHOWCASE | Socially conscious rockin’ residency and concert attracts youth and builds community! |
| Far-ranging cultural/social initiative led by top Jewish rock artist Rick Recht. This inspiring project and lively concert leverages the power and allure of pop/rock music to bring together, inspire and educate young people about dismantling prejudice and bias in their communities. Advance visits train youths and rehearse local multi-faith choirs - who then perform alongside the rockin’, soulful band. Local clergy and community leaders can be featured in nicely scripted readings of inspirational words of Dr. King, Ghandi, Nelson Mandela, Elie Wiesel, Mother Teresa and others. | ||
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Community Communications, Booth 418, Americas Hall I 718-956-9482, soulonline@commcom.com |
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| 10:35 PM | PABLO MAYOR - FOLKLORE URBANO | Stunning contemporary Colombian orchestra and dancers! |
| 12-piece orchestra features powerhouse horns, joyous percussion, stunning vocals. Think Colombian roots rhythms wed to Zappa-like horn arrangements! Popular with diverse audiences, show includes colorfully costumed dancers. Big hit at Chicago World Music Festival and Lincoln Center! Led by former music professor in Bogota, ensemble offers awesome residencies. | ||
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Community Communications, Booth 418, Americas Hall I 718-956-9482, soulonline@commcom.com |
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| 10:55 PM | HARLEM GOSPEL CHOIR | High energy traditional and inspirational Gospel performance |
| The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir is one of the preeminent Gospel choirs. It is a gathering of the finest singers and musicians from various Black churches in Harlem. With their colorful costumes and their joyous, hand-clapping, foot-stomping performance, this choir will literally have you dancing in the aisles. Their songs of inspiration will touch the depths of your soul and raise your spirits to angelic heights! | ||
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EastCoast Entertainment Booth # 424, Americas Hall I, 800-277-6874 kkaminski@eastcoastentertainment.com |
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| 11:15 PM | INNER CITY ALL STARS | Young, spirited jazzy, hip-hoppy brass band from Dallas |
| From Dallas - traditional brass band - seriously jacked up! Wild hit on "Showtime at the Apollo", they're all about Second-line spirit with hip-hop edge. Calvin Sexton (vocals/trombone) leads this decadent party, fueled by super-funky sousaphone grooves. Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Artist! Superb outreach. | ||
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Community Communications, Booth 418, Americas Hall I 718-956-9482, soulonline@commcom.com |
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| 11:35 PM | KINSEY SICKS | America's Favorite Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet |
| For 15 years, the Kinsey Sicks have served up a feast of music, comedy and over-the-top drag to audiences around the world. Their glorious a cappella harmonies and biting political satire have made them a favorite in fine arts venues, comedy festivals, Las Vegas and Off-Broadway. The New York Times praised their "voices sweet as birdsong" and Billboard named them "one act that should not be missed." They've released six CDs and are the subjects of two feature films. | ||
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EastCoast Entertainment Booth # 424, Americas Hall I, 800-277-6874 kkaminski@eastcoastentertainment.com |
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