JRMs Bill, Scott, and Arch were among the nearly 50 performers at the Tribute to The Byrds presented by Bandhouse Gigs. Here are videos of their numbers “Here Without You” and “World Turns All Around Her,” as well as backing Janet Emma Garbe on “Drug Store Truck Drivin’ Man” and Eric Brace on “Ballad of Easy Rider.” Footage is from the second show at Ram’s Head On Stage in Annapolis, MD.
Mortals Scott, Bill, and Arch are proud to be participating in this year’s BandHouse Gigs tribute on March 25 and 26, this time a tribute to The Byrds. BHG is a nonprofit volunteer organization who puts together shows that feature dozens of Washington area artists and musicians to pay tribute to renowned artists and songwriters—past tributes include Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, The Band, Warren Zevon, Nick Lowe, Allen Toussaint, Neil Finn, and The British Invasion. Shows have been presented at such prestigious venues as Strathmore Hall in Bethesda, MD and The Barns at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA.
In addition to performing two numbers, the Mortals’ front three will also be providing backing instrumentation and vocals for Janet Emma Garbe and for Eric Brace of Last Train Home.
The March 25 show at The Barns is already sold out, and tickets for the March 26 show at Ram’s Head On Stage in Annapolis are going fast.
We’ve played this excellent Lebanese restaurant/bar a few times and have always had a jolly good time. They have great cuisine and desserts and are totally set up for live performance (no shoehorning between a jukebox and a fire extinguisher). Catch us here and see us in our element.
Lots o’ parking and no cover—though tipping is encouraged. Actually it’s pretty desperately hoped for.
New Deal Café
113 Centerway
Roosevelt Center
Greenbelt, MD 20770
(301) 474-5642
On Saturday, January 29 JRM will be joining J.P. McDermott and a host of fine local acts at the Takoma Park Auditorium for the annual Buddy Holly Celebration, which benefits Hungry for Music, an organization that provides musical instruments and education resources to underserved children.
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and instrument donations are accepted. Show starts at 8pm.
City of Takoma Park Auditorium
7500 Maple Ave.
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Map
We’re playing our first full band show of the year at IOTA on Thursday, January 13. We haven’t played full band for a while, so there will definitely be some demons to work out. We’ll also be trying to burn off the holiday calories.
We love playing IOTA, so help us make it a great night and we can continue to do so.
Tom O’Connor opens at 8:30. $10 cover.
IOTA
2832 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA
703-522-8340
http://www.iotaclubandcafe.com
