A Rhinoceros vs. a Bear(sville)!

Adrian Belew

Adrian Belew is one of the most prolific, eclectic, and fiery musicians performing today.  His sound is unmistakably Adrian and is nearly impossible to categorize or contain…and he’s coming back to the Hudson Valley.

Adrian Belew is coming to Bearsville Theater in Woodstock.  According to the Bearsville website Adrian is playing a solo show featuring new material and new technology while “answer[ing] questions from the audience. He will talk about gear, past musical associations, the creative process, and many other subjects. The results are part illumination, part humorous.”  Adrian is generally not to be missed…

The Artists’ Cafe Needs You!

The Lone Rhinoceros?

“Were it not for music, we might in these days say, the Beautiful is dead” – Benjamin Disraeli.

Achtung Gitarrenspieler und Künstler!  Are you an artist, musician, or group of musicians in the Hudson Valley in search of new audience?  The Artists’ Cafe is in search of new musicians and artists to share their time and talents in the coming months.  If your interested or just a little curious send us email at theartistscafe@gmail.com with a link to your webpage, videos on Youtube, or any media that you have of you, your band, or your art…

Bert & Tom – Adventures in Stick & Guitar

Bert Lams & Tom Griesgraber - Artists' Cafe 5.29.2010

“Music is like a sixth sense without which you cannot make a complete use of the other five.”  Actually Somerset Maugham said “money,” not “music,” but I think he would forgive my editorial license had he witnessed the performance by Bert Lams and Tom Griesgraber at the Artists’ Cafe (he hasn’t been able to hear much of anything for about 45 years now).

Bert and Tom played an eclectic selection ranging from the original “Search & Destroy,” full of heavy fuzzed out synth guitar, to a delicate piece by Chopin’s Prelude From the First Cello Suite.  Engaging and masterful, these seasoned musicians captivated a full house.  If you’re looking for adventurous music that may lead you into unknown terrain, head to Bert’s or Tom’s website.

For a glimpse of their performance, head over to the Artists’ Cafe on Youtube.  Watch for a followup post on the gear they used to create their amazing sounds.

Bert Lams & Tom Griesgraber LIVE! 5.29.2010 @ The Artists’ Cafe

For whatever reason the Hudson Valley has at times gone through droughts of truly unique opportunities for local aficionados of, not only great guitar, but also truly great music that transcends the instrument on which it is conceived and executed.  If your in the category of someone longing for the drought to end tell the Tom Joad in your soul the rain is coming.  The Artists’ Cafe is pleased to welcome Bert Lams, of the California Guitar Trio, and Tom Griesgraber for an evening of adventurous music.

Bert Lams & Tom Griesgraber

If you’re new to Bert’s or Tom’s material Youtube should be your next stop.  We’ve included some of the best examples below.  As with all performances at the Artists’ Cafe, the doors at Christ the King Church open at 6:30 pm and the performances commence at 7:00 pm.  Coffee and tea will be served.  There is no entry fee but donations will be accepted – all proceeds go directly to Bert and Tom.  For more information (or if you might want to perform at a future event) email Trevor at artistscafe@gmail.com or call 845.256.8480.

Artists’ Cafe – 3.27.2010

This month the Artists’ Cafe at Christ the King Church will feature musical guests Through Painted Deserts, Aaron Estes, and The Yorktown Guitar Trio. Through Painted Deserts, and indie/jazz acoustic trio, consists of Trevor Hults on acoustic guitar & vocals, Greg Feller on Djembe & snare, and James Schaetzl on Doumbek.  Trevor and Greg have been playing together on and off for about 13 years now.  This is one of Greg’s many projects which also includes drumming duties in The Armedalite Rifles.  Greg is a seasoned vet at this point having opened for an eclectic list of acts ranging from The Business to Patti Smith.  James also has another gig as the drummer for False Vendetta.

Through Painted Deserts

Through Painted Deserts - drinking coffee post performance

Aaron Estes is returning to the Artists’ Cafe for his second stint as resident rapper and hometown hero.  He will be joined by Travis Luria on the mic.  Aaron has a very loyal local following and is always a hit wherever he performs.

Aaron Estes and Travis Luria

The Yorktown Guitar Trio, which consists of Mark Bernardini, Alan Neidorf and Kevin Pfeiffer will be closing out the evening.  They will perform Trio originals in addition to songs from the repertoire of the Yorktown Guitar Project.  Mark Bernardini is also involved in a new project called “E Quartet”, an electric guitar quartet performing improvisations and compositions from a wide range of traditions, including jazz, classical and rock.

Mark Bernardini of the Yorktown Guitar Project

For more information email Trevor at artistscafe@gmail.com or go to Christ the King on the web.

Artists’ Cafe – 1.30.2010

This month the Artists’ Cafe at Christ The King Church will feature the musical talents of Aaron Estes, Shane Hull (singer/songwriter for Million Miles), and Jeff Wert.

Aaron Estes, lifelong resident of the New Paltz area, is an incredibly talented and versatile rap artists constructing his own beats and original lyrics with passion and social conscious.

Aaron Estes

Shane Hull is best known as the lead singer, songwriter, and rhythm guitar player for Million Miles, an indie/alternative rock band that travels throughout the Hudson Valley providing music for youth/teen events.

Shane Hull Live at the Artists' Cafe

Jeff Wert is a grizzled veteran of the open mic/acoustic coffee house circuit with a Neil Young meets Tom Waits cocktail of original music poured out with a road weary charm.

Jeff Wert Live at the Artists' Cafe

Doors open at 6:30 PM, performances commence at 7:00 PM.  For more information email Trevor at artistscafe@gmail.com or go to Christ The King on the web.

Artists’ Cafe – 11.21.2009

This month the Artists’ Cafe at Christ the King church will feature the musical talents of Jeff Wert, Shane Hull (lead singer/songwriter for Million Miles), and Jeremiah Wingerden (lead singer/songwriter for All The Tired Horses).

Jeff Wert brings a well seasoned approach to acoustic rock & blues inflecting his originals with the experience and wisdom that comes from with more than a few miles under your belt.

Jeff Wert Live at the Artists' Cafe

Shane Hull is better known as the founder and main songwriter for Million Miles. He’s a son of the south bringing his brand of indie rock to the Hudson Valley.

Shane Hull Live at the Artists' Cafe

Jeremiah Wingerden is seasoned veteran of the acoustic guitar and the coffee house circuit.  He also happens to be the lead singer and rhythm guitar player for All The Tired Horses, a New Jersey based indie rock band with one of the best rhythm sections you’ll ever hear.

Jeremiah Wingerden Live!

Doors open at 6:30 PM and the performances commence at 7:00 PM.  For more information email Trevor at artistscafe@gmail.com