RTP-area local music and culture

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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 (from
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.

 Saturday January 2
=95 8P Paul Daniel (folk rock/acoustic)
Paul Daniel is a powerful singer/songwriter and guitarist from
Raleigh, North Carolina. Paul thrives on the raw purity of one man and
one instrument, yet is always pushing for an even fuller folk rock
sound. His guitar work is layered and complex drawing influences from,
rock, blues, country, bluegrass and folk. Imagine Bruce Springsteen,
Mark Knopfler, Norman Blake and Jerry Garcia all channeled into one
guitar. The result is a rich foundation for songs with vivid scenes,
lingering stories and unforgettable lyrics.

=95 10P Negative I (alt/rock/pop)
Negative I is composed of singer/songwriter/composer Drissy and Lead
guitarist/composer Chris Blakely.  Both members have been working and
performing with other bands growing up in Morocco and California
respectively. They started working together on original Alternative
Rock music since December 2007.  They have been playing around the
Triangle in different venues that promote original work.  They perform
with varying musicians, which allows them to experiment with different
sounds that they incorporate in their demos.  Negative I was featured
on www.originalmindproductions.com for working with photographer Keith
Papke while doing a photo shoot for their upcoming Album.  Drissy just
released her first single "Cold" as a solo artist, it is available
worldwide on itunes.  They are currently working on some musical
projects with Nikk Furrie from "La Caution"; a French Rap/Electro/Hip
Hop group known for their Laser dance song; "The a la Menthe" in the
OST Ocean's Twelve.  They are also working on their upcoming single
"Alien" with The Industry Connect in Raleigh, NC.

Sunday January 3
=95 7:30P Aaron Mills Project - Sunday Night Jazz Jam
   Starting at 7:30, Open Jam at 9
If you are in any way a fan of jazz, this is not to be missed !!!
Aaron Mills, best known as the audacious bassist of classic funk act
Cameo,  has inspired a generation of groovy musicians, but his long
time love affair with jazz has inspired The Aaron Mills Project.
Aaron has been playing at the Cafe for a few months now, along with
Wayne Kee, Bobby Hinton, Warren Fraizer and others. Aaron has brought
Sunday night jazz back to the Cafe in a format that includes a cast of
regulars as well as featured guest musicians every week. Towards the
end of the evening, the night becomes an open jam, so, if anyone wants
to come blow their horn....

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The Broad Street Cafe
1116 Broad Street in Durham
www.TheBroadStreetCafe.com