Hiatus in Los Angeles

After so many gigs and the travel of last year, I’m on a mini hiatus. Check back soon for new gigs. And check out the [cref 1907 archives] for past gigs. If you click the more info button, you’ll find old fliers and even videos from the past shows.

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Magic Trumps Reason @ Indelible Ink

I think it’s a good sign when all you can hear are the distant restaurant murmurs and the clanking of knives. (They do get louder in the instrumental section, though….) I really enjoy the Indelible Ink shows. My friend, Monica Lee Copeland, has done a good job of bringing a really diverse celebration of words to Pasadena.

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Indelible Ink – Pasadena, Tuesday 2/28

httpvh://youtu.be/7Zv5IZ7uJCA

Last minute addition to this month’s Indelible Ink in Pasadena.

6:30-9:30pm
AKA Bistro
41 Hugus Alley
Pasadena, CA 91103.

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Gil Scott-Heron Tribute Video

Read the song lyrics here. And read more about the show here.

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Let’s not keep this secret…

I’m featured on LAMusicBlog.com as one of the 10 best kept secrets of the year. Spread the word and let’s make it to the top 10 breakout artists list next year!

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This Amazing Year!

Thank you for making this year a dream for me! You funded the best album of my career. You invited me to play in five states here and six countries in Europe. You sent me sweet notes that bolstered my spirits when I was in danger of feeling alone and unaccomplished. You sang my songs back to me and shared videos of great times we had together in concerts. I’m so incredibly grateful.

Here are some of the highlights:

February: Freedom Songs concert with David Crittendon.

La Cañada Outlook, March 10, 2011, Review of Freedom Songs show with David Crittendon.Valley Sun, March 10, 2011 Review of Freedom Songs show with David Crittendon.

Spring: [cref 369 Second Half of the Bet (Hope Again) is released].

The Second Half of the Bet (Hope Again)

CD |  iTunes | Amazon | CD Baby

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May: Kerrville Folk Festival and a gig at Bugle Boy.

June: Mixed Roots Festival and Poets & Writers Magazine’s Crossing Cultures

July: Georgia to New Hampshire including a really special show back at the Bitter End in NYC.

August – September: European Tour! Mannifest in Germany and Copenhagen Songwriters Festival, plus gorgeous times playing in Sweden, Finland and England.

October: Essay “New Again: I was with the Shark” and song “That New Day” written and performed for ALL/US/WE a Tribute to Gil Scott-Heron. Back to England to play the Drawing Room and 12 Bar Club, then roam around France!


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Read the song lyrics [cref 3519 here].

November: Singing before a choir with Kenny Burrell @ UCLA in a first act that also featured Stevie Wonder, B.B. King, Dee Dee Bridgewater and Lalo Schifrin!

December: Adjusted Expectations is re-released with a bonus track and featured on LAMusicBlog.com as one of L.A.’s 10 best kept secrets.

"The Second Half of the Bet (Hope Again)" back coverAdjusted ExpectationsiTunes | Amazon

Thank you so much for everything this year.

I couldn’t do this without you. Hope to see you soon.

In gratitude!

  • J

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Duos: Los Angeles


Crescent Heights & Sunset. An intersection I’ve crossed many, many times. | Photos of the Day

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Balls & Balloons: France

The man literally told me his balls were prettier than the guy’s next to him. And a balloon club was enjoying the pretty autumn day. | Photos of the Day

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The Bottle: London & Paris

Walking home in London we saw Jack. In Paris it was Champagne. | Photos of the Day

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Blue & Red: Angles-sur-l'Anglin

In the later stages of nature’s alchemy… | Photos of the Day

Angles-sur-l’Anglin is near the farm where we stayed in La Celle-Guenand.

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