PREVIEW: Rhythm and Roots
Plaza Palomino Concert Series
THE WIYOS
Friday, Sept 7: Plaza Palomino, 2970 N Swan, 8pm.
Rising stars in the forward-looking branch of the old-timey Americana scene, The Wiyos have a highly advanced skill set and big-picture musical ambitions that puts them at the front of their class. Over five CDs and countless tours, The Wiyos have matured into one of the most original and sophisticated roots acts on the circuit today. More info at TheWiyos.com
Friday, Sept 28: Plaza Palomino, 2970 N Swan, 8pm.
From his first recordings as a leader in 1967 fronting The Dirty Blues Band, through his multiple W.C. Handy award winning releases with The Mighty Flyers, to his countless appearances live and on record with some of the most revered names in the blues, Piazza long ago established himself as one of the most influential living blues harp players. He’s consistently surrounded himself with world-class players who epitomize the very best in modern blues: players who are fresh, swinging, tasteful, exciting and creative. The core of The Mighty Flyers has been together for over two decades, and developed the kind of musical chemistry that can’t exist without years of experience on the bandstand and in the studio. More info at TheMightyFlyers.com
JOHN GORKA
Saturday, Sept 29: Plaza Palomino, 2970 N Swan, 8pm
Rising from a milieu of lovelorn singer-songwriters, John Gorka’s much praised original songs are known for their trademark wordplay, twisting, turning and tying words and phrases in the way a balloon artist creates complex creatures from simple balloons. Few contemporary songwriters coax language as deftly as Gorka. More info at JohnGorka.com
INCENDIOSaturday, Oct. 27: Plaza Palomino, 2970 N Swan, 8pm.
INCENDIO means “fire” in both Spanish and Italian, and this moniker is fitting for a musical group whose sound is all about energy, exploration, and passion. At the heart of INCENDIO’s sound is the Latin or Spanish guitar which can conjure up romantic as well as powerful and bold images – they refer to their style as “Latin Guitar World Fusion.
”More info at Incendioband.comMore information on these and other Rhythm & Roots shows at RhythmAndRoots.orgor 520-319-9966.
Category: Entertainment, MUSIC
