RTP-area local music and culture

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Wednesday December 23
=95 8P  Continuum Blues Jam
Come out to the Blues Jam every other Wednesday sponsored by Continuum
Consulting Services.  Butch Haas will be facilitating this free-to-the-
public jam. So bring your gear, sign up for a time, and jam with some
of Durham=92s finest! Drums, keyboard, bass, guitar and harp amps
provided.

Tuesday December 29
=95 8P Public Nudity Songwriters Night #3
A new series featuring great area songwriters. Hosted by Greg
Humphreys (Dillon Fence, Hobex).
This month's guest artists are: Cyril Lance and Mark Simonsen (of The
Old Ceremony)

Cyril Lance first came out with his debut album "Stranger in My House"
in 2001 after almost 20 years of working in group projects or as a
sideman that took him across much of the US and to Europe. His follow-
on album "LIVE from the OUTSKIRTS" was released in 2004 and
demonstrates the passion and sponteneity of his band featuring some of
the best roots-musicians in the country. Billboard Magazine wrote:
"Lance has masterminded one of the best contemporary blues albums of
the year. His virtuousity on guitar and lap steel is undeniable, and
his songwriting makes him an instant item in bluesville." RELIX
Magazine wrote" "After a dazzling solo debut, Cyril Lance returns with
a breathtaking six-song live disc from last December that further
strengthens the argument that he's one of the most exciting guitar
players around today. Lance's guitar soars from melodic phrases to
sinewy, spiraling leads." Cyril's music is rooted in the blues, but
everything else is fair game. Drawing from his wide experience in most
genres for the American music scene, his goal is to take you on a
journey that is full of passion and unique to that night.

Wednesday December 30
=95 7:30P Open Mic Night
Open Mic is arranged to enable anyone to perform, so all you have to
do is turn up early and get your name down to perform. Originals and
cover music of every style and genre are welcome! Open mic is a great
way to practice your art and can also can be a proving ground for new
talent and material. The audience consists of singers, poets,
songwriters and music lovers so the atmosphere should be warm and
encouraging for everybody.

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The Broad Street Cafe
1116 Broad Street
Durham, NC  27705
www.TheBroadStreetCafe.com