Muses are a sisterhood of goddesses or spirits, their number set at nine by Classical times,
who embody the arts and inspire the creation process with their graces through remembered and improvised song and stage,
writing, traditional music, and dance. Not only are the Muses explicitly used in modern English to refer to an inspiration,
as when one cites his/her own artistic muse, but they are also implicit in the words "amuse" or "musing upon". *
Cafe MUSE offers Free Entertainment...
And a rotating Art Gallery featuring artwork by local artists.
Our
new FEATURED ARTIST for the month of JULY is SARAH GOFF.
SARAH
finds inspiration in one's search for enlightenment. There are so many
distractions that it can be tough to be still. Painting has helped
Sarah step back and just look. Here in quiet and non-judgement she is
shown pictures. In this collection she has tried to be true to these
visions. Sarah hails from New Hampshire. She is a self taught painter.
Painting with oil and acrylic on canvas. Sarah is a
dancer/choreographer, actress, singer/songwriter and painter. Wrapping
up her first solo album at Ritter House Music here in Los Angeles. To
see and hear Sarah's work go to: www.myspace.com/sarahgoffpaints and www.myspace.com/sarahgoff
Regarding entertainment & open-mics... please note we have a great PA system with mics and a board to plug into. (If you want to bring an ipod or CD player to play music, you must bring your own cord.) While there is no charge to play, we do request a $5 minimum to help us keep our doors open for you fabulous artists! (Please do not call the cafe regarding open-mic events... just come on by and check it out... thanks!)
SUNDAYS 5-7pm
The MUSIC of Cosmic Starfish
Jeffrey Snyder (aka Cosmic Starfish) will be bringing his electro-folk music to Cafe MUSE every Sunday! Come to the MUSE to hear his truly unique and totally chill, astral-pop music... the perfect complement to Sunday dinner, don't you think?
SUNDAYS, 7-8pm (new time)
no show July 27th
The Music of Jes Hudak
JES HUDAK is a singer/songwriter living in
www.jes-hudak.com www.myspace.com/jeshudak
MONDAYS, OPEN-MIC 8:30pm
HOSTED by singer/songwriter, Chris Mathieu
We're changing things up a bit at our Open-Mic on Mondays. Starting June 30th, our Monday night Open-Mic is now for MUSIC ONLY. And we're doing an Open-Mic for Comedy on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every week (note correction!)... and Wednesday nights are for Spoken Word & Poetry. We are so excited to offer more open-mic opportunities... so please come on down! Sign-Ups on Mondays are at 8:00pm.
So Musicians... get your butts down here on Mondays... we want this night to ROCK! You get two songs, and if time allows, you may get to go up a second time. And the night may even turn into a big music jam... so be prepared for anything! There's a piano & guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you...
We are trying to create a community of artists of all mediums who support each other through the creative journey that we are all on... so open-mikers are encouraged to come early and stay for the evening to lend their support.
TUESDAYS, COMEDY at 9pm
Hosted Alternately by Tom O'Keefe
and Kristin Brock & Lara Csengody
NEW FORMAT!
Kristin & Lara Host OPEN-MIC every 1st and 3rd
(and 5th when there is one) Tuesday of the month
Tom is Host on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday... this is a Booked Show
Kristin Brock: Comedian, skydiver, professional cow milker, art teacher of inner city children, chocolate junkie, artist, painter, procrastinator, humanitarian, eyebrow sculptor, punch punch. Love your show.
Lara Csengody rocks. She loves making people laugh, although she wonders if they're laughing with her or at her, and if anyone notices she has on two different socks. Sassy, witty, dark, edgy, hence and therefore, Lara Csengody.
Tom O'Keefe was recently seen on RULES OF ENGAGEMENT, THE SHIELD and ER, he was recently seen onstage at WHITEBOY COMEDY at ROOM 5 the UNCABLAB SHOW at MBAR and with the REBELS OF COMEDY at Aura Nightclub.
WEDNESDAYS, 8:30pm
SPOKEN TRUTH with TroyEl
It's a moment in time of expression, love, and sharing our truths. Come share your gifts of spoken word, poetry, music, and monologues. Also for your enjoyment, catch a smooth vibe from a spoken truth exposed artist every week. Sign-ups are at 8pm. For early sign-up, email cafetroyel@gmail.com. Hosted by TroyEl, 213-909-8717. Life is love.
THURSDAYS at 7:30pm
WRITERS & ARTISTS SALON with Jim Bolt
We are no longer having this event on a weekly basis... check back for special events.
The COMEDY CAFE with Derrick Wayne
Louisiana-native comedian & actor brings Comedy Cafe to Cafe MUSE every first Friday of the month, featuring the comic legends of tomorrow... Check out Derrick's MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/blakthespian
Derrick Wayne "A Giant Amongst Men" is a native of
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On most nights the entertainment will start
around 9:30 or 10pm, so you can come by after seeing a show and catch some
really great talent!
We are thrilled to showcase the multi-talented
artists
who live and work in the
We encourage unknown talent
to come through our Open-Mic Night,
so we can get to know you and your work.
We are always looking for Piano Players & Musicians to
accompany the singers & spoken word artists (or to come in and jam
with us) - so please send an email if you would like to be added to our
roster.... TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com
We have a beautiful piano & a
house guitar for musicians
to use (or bring your own instrument)... and we welcome
people to come by and play anytime...
You never know when the Muses might
appear!
(early arrival is recommended - to find parking, settle in,
say hi to the artist, and order some food!)
Musicians who are interested in playing at Cafe MUSE should send a short bio and link to music/myspace, etc. to TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com
FRIDAY, July 18th, 9:30pm
Two Performers:
John DiGrazia and Casey Comstock
John DiGrazia was born in Las Cruces New Mexico. At the age of four, his parents relocated from Tom’s River New Jersey to Texas. There at the age of eight he began playing guitar in Church. At the age of seventeen he moved to Austin, Texas where he began his career as a lead guitar player for former MCA recording artist Joe "King" Carrasco. For four years John played lead guitar for the “One and Only King of Tex-Mex Rock-and-Roll”, which enabled him to tour all across the United States, Mexico and Canada. John is featured on Joe "King" Carrasco's album Dia De Los Muertos.
While on tour with Joe, he also played lead guitar for the RYKO recording artist, Michael E. Johnson. Michael was the lead singer of the Austin, Texas-based reggae band called The Killer Bees. John commented, "While playing guitar for Michael or Joe, I got to share stages with a variety of great musicians including Chris Isaak, Los Lobos, Bruce Hornsby and even Jimmy Cliff.” “I definitely learned how tough the road could be with absolutely no tour support.” “However, I knew that I had found what I was looking, for which is to be a musician traveling on the road.”
After four years of touring with Joe, it was the interest of A&M Records that led him to Los Angeles. “I felt since I had already been on the road for four years it was time to move to Los Angeles to pursue my solo career as a singer-songwriter.
John is currently playing at various clubs in Los Angeles and New York. For more information go to www.johndigrazia.com and listen to his latest songs. His unique musical style blends intimate lyrics with acoustic guitar tones that help his music crossover to a variety of radio stations.
CASEY COMSTOCK
You could call her the musical soul child of Billy Joel and Fiona Apple. Or Carole King with a bit more angst. But whatever the title, Detroit native Casey Comstock can be defined entirely by her talent. A classically-trained pianist, Comstock incorporates elements of her technical background with contemporary genres, mainly pop, rock and Motown soul. Quirky, passionate, and provocative, Comstock is a powerful performer, with a soulful voice and masterful piano virtuosity. www.myspace.com/caseycomstockmusic
SATURDAY, July 19th, 9:30pm
The Music of Randy Sacks
Randy Sacks and The Holy Rollers (no it's not a Christian Rock band) have been bringing the word to
www.randysacks.com
FRIDAY, July 25th, 9:30pm
Two Performers:
Jed's Dead and Judson McKinney
JED'S DEAD is a Los Angeles based four-piece that creates a dark blend of country rock and alternative roots music that they call “Folk-Noir.” The band has gradually expanded its sound outside the confines of alt-country, while still honoring the Americana tradition. The band crafts songs that range from twangy, blues rockers to brooding, acoustic ballads all with a touch of black humor.
Jed’s Dead was formed in 2003 when Edward Romero and Matthew Thies collaborated on a soundtrack for the short film “Headshot.” Mo Sosnow joined the group on drums in 2004 and Jed’s Dead moved from playing coffee shops and into larger music venues in Hollywood. Johnny Hawthorn joined the line up 2005, further shaping the sound of the band with electric guitar and lapsteel. The Jed’s Dead debut album, “You’ve Already Won, Babydoll” was produced by Grammy Award winning producer Thomas Skarupa. The first single from the album, “A Girl from Texas” was mixed by multi-platinum producer Val Garay. Jed’s Dead has shared the stage with national acts and local roots rock favorites such as Dead Rock West, The High Strung, Rancho Deluxe, and Bucksworth. Jed’s Dead songs have appeared in the feature films Sibling Rivalry and The Phobic.
Edward Romero lived as a working singer/songwriter in Europe for six years before moving to Los Angeles in 2003. Matthew Thies has worked as a touring performer since age of 13. His song “Real man” appeared on VH-1’s “Strange Love.” Johnny Hawthorn is a celebrated solo artist in his own right, touring with national acts in his blues trio The Johnny Hawthorn Band. www.myspace.com/jedsdead
JUDSON MCKINNEY
has loved music from the time he was sitting in his grandmother's lap, singing along as she played the Wurlitzer piano. Early on, Judson was inspired to create, and this inspiration led him to songwriting. Picking up the guitar as his go to instrument, Judson was in his first serious band by the sixth grade of elementary school. Writing and performing original songs has been a part of his life ever since, whether with a band or with his voice and guitar. From an artistic perspective, Judson wants to raise the bar and create music that is on a high level, both musically and lyrically. With the desire to move forward in his craft, Judson hopes to hone the creative gifts that God has blessed him with, making music and performing with all his heart. www.myspace.com/judsonmckinney
FRIDAY, July 26th, 9:30pm
A Special Event with Mister Jones
Mister Jones aka Leslie A. Jones Jr. a
native of
Mister an Actor/Musician/ Poet and Writer, sings plays Saxophone, Flute and Percussion. His latest project is a display of his versatility and musicianship. “Facets” a project inspired after performing at the Zen Club in October 2007.
Mister was approached by music producer Blake “Nitro” of
“Nocturnal Noise” Productions, to do a CD displaying all of his talents. The combination of Mister and Nitro became
lethal. Hip Hop beats with Old School lyrical stylings, funky horn arrangements
and
The COMEDY CAFE with Derrick Wayne
SATURDAY, August 2nd, 9:30pm
The Music of FREDDY & FRANCINE
Plus a special b'day celebration for one of the MUSE's owners
The duo, FREDDY & FRANCINE, was formed in early 2008 by multi-talented singer-songwriters Lee Ferris and Bianca Ferrari Caruso. Both have performed in many musical projects over the past five years including the award winning Los Angeles production of HAIR. They are now taking the stage together with their exciting, original project -- Freddy & Francine. Drawing on influences from musical icons that include Aretha Franklin and The Fleetwoods and modern day indie pop stars Feist and Yael Naim, Freddy & Francine create a dazzling combination of retro panache and up-to-date jaw dropping vocal harmonies.This combination leaves the listener begging for more of Freddy & Francine's distinct, soulful and memorable tunes. Freddy & Francine look forward to the release of their debut EP "Mostly Boss" sometime in the fall of 2008. myspace.com/freddyandfrancine
www.freddyandfrancine.com
Entertainment is free, but we do request
a $5 minimum for table service... We serve food until closing and have really great organic coffee & tea drinks.
Artists who are interested in showing their work in our gallery space, please email us some samples of your work... Or mail your postcards/marketing materials to our PO Box.
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