Episode 85!

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FRIDAY

1.  Full Moon Folk Club presents Chic Gamine @ St. Basil’s Cultural Centre 7pm $18 in advance, $22 @ the door

8pm $10

E-TICKETS

2. Sonic presents “From Love to Forfeit” at the Pawnshop

3. Daniel Moir @ Wunderbar with Joe Nolan & Lou Wreath $10 8:30pm

SATURDAY

1. Hair of the Dog with Doug Hoyer at 4pm FREE

2. Drive the Day @ Haven Social Club 8pm $10 E-TICKETS


3. Tiff Hall @ NOLA’s Creole Kitchen & Music House 9:30pm

What we mentioned this week:

• Sunday Night Special – Celtic Connections with the Edmonton Metroplitan Chorus @ Myer Horowitz Theatre feat. Lizzy Hoyt & Kerri Lynn Zwicker 3pm
• Tip of the Iceberg Festival – January 29th
Edmonton Next Gen, a department of The City of Edmonton, has asked OLD UGLY to put together a day festival of excellent local music in the downtown heated tent complex built for winter festivities in Churchill Square!
• New Works Festival 2012 from February 7 to 12, in the Second Playing Space at the Timms Centre for the Arts. NEW WORKS is split into two nights, each night feature three hot new pieces by brilliant, emerging artists. Night A runs February 7, 9 and 11 at 7:30 pm, and February 12 at 2 pm. Night B runs February 8, 10 and 12 at 7:30 pm, and February 11 at 2 pm. Tickets are 10 dollars for the night and 5 dollars for an individual show. Tickets are available at the door and are cash only.
• Plan ahead – Alice Kos "You Missed It All"CD release show at the Artery on February 11th! Show starts at 8pm. E-TICKETS More details on her facebook invite.

Lig & Bittle
presented by Concrete Theatre

Tickets for Lig & Bittle are available via the Fringe Theatre Box Office, (780) 409-1910 or www.fringetheatre.ca. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for students/seniors, and $12.50 for children.

Billie-Jo and Micki-Lee have been playing violin and performing for over ten years at various venues and events across Alberta. In 2009, Billie-Jo and Micki-Lee had the honour of receiving the Pride of Strathcona award for their contributions to arts and culture in their community. In July of 2011 they won first place in ‘Twin Fiddling’ at the Grand North American fiddle contest. Billie and Micki have been busy composing new songs for there most recent CD, ’Look Inside ’, which will be released in January 2012. They play a variety of repertoire, including classical, bluegrass, inspirational, country, folk, fiddle, and more. The girls have performed for many fundraisers, organizations, and events, and enjoy using their music to make a difference in the world around them. *We featured their song Another Girl off their new release!

Billie- Jo and Micki-Lee Smith will be performing as part of the Shell Theatre Fort Series on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 7:30 pm.
Tickets are: $15 Adults, $10 Students/Seniors, $5 eyeGo to the Arts tickets are available for students between Grades 7 and 12.
Tickets will be available at the door or can be purchased in advance by calling 780.992.6400.

We'd love to hear from you, so please twitter us, facebook us, comment on the blog or email us at prairiebelles@gmail.com Until next time! xoLook for more information @shelltheatre or on facebookUPCOMING SHOW

Episode 84!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Sunday Night Special – Funkafeelya with the Soulicitors at On the Rocks Sunday night! Music starts at 10pm, food & drink specials all night!
• Plan Ahead – Marc Ross at the Empress Alehouse on Saturday, January 28th! 4pm – 7pm. *Marc has come through with Winnipeg artist Jodi King before. He and his mysterious handsome upright bass player will be coming through town next weekend.
  *We featured Marc's song Just Another Day.
• Plan Ahead – Jesse Peters Trio at large in Alberta!
  The tour starts on
• January 20th – Rim Rock Resort – Banff
• January 25th – Sutton Place, Edmonton
• February 14th with a special Valentine’s Show in Westlock. It is a fundraiser for the local arts council.
• March 2nd – The Shell Theatre in Fort Saskatchewan with Thea Neumann and Clint Pelletier. *The Belles will be in attendence for some live tweeting! Follow @prairiebelles @shelltheatre @theaneumann @paramedicmusic
• March 3rd - The Red Brick Theatre in Edson
• Indie Preview Night 2 - Monday January 23, 2012
  Jason Saandahl and Tyler Greig will be busting out the acoustic rock tunes and Edmonton newcomer Chandra Reese will also be on hand with a few songs of her own. At the Living Room Playhouse, doors open at 7:30pm Music starts at 8pm. Donations accepted! 

@TheaNeumann “You ladies are too kind! Keep up the fantastic work with Alberta’s best podcast!”

*We featured Thea's song "My Heart Belongs to Daddy" off her recent Lady & the Tramps album. The song features Kent Sangster on sax!

@yeglive “New album and brand new tour for @greatlakeswim Read here: GIGCITY  ”

FRIDAY

1. Blake Paul @ the Haven Social Club with Jon Bryant & Guests 8pm, $10 E-TICKETS
2. Marty Pawlina, Chloe Albert & Rob Heath @ Blue Chair $15 8:30pm
3. AV #4 ART SHOW – Featuring Tiff Hall with Bombchan at the Artery 8:30pm $7 in advance, $12 @ the door. E-TICKETS

SATURDAY

1. Northern Lights Folk Club presents Fearing & White with special guest Gordie Tentrees Doors 7pm Music at 8pm, Tickets $18 in advance, and $22 @ the door.
2. The Lean Machine @ NOLA’s Creole Kitchen & Music House 9:30pm
3. Run Stop Run @ the Yardbird Suite as part of the Canadian Jazz Series. $18 for members, $22 for non, starts at 8pm!

This week's feature artist is Brad Kells. Brad was born and raised in Mission, BC. He became heavily involved in the music scene when he moved to Edmonton, Alberta in 1998. He has been involved in two successful bands Flood and Apache Rose. In these bands Brad had the opportunity to perform to crowds of over 20,000 people.

In 2011 Brad teamed up with local producer/engineer Stew Kirkwood and recorded "Machine World."

UPCOMING SHOW - Brad is playing at the Haven Social Club with White Lightening and Kickupafuss on February 3rd. The show starts at 8pm, and is $10 @ the door. E-TICKETS
*We featured Brad's song Boys Got Groove.


We'd love to hear from you, so please twitter us, facebook us, comment on the blog or email us at prairiebelles@gmail.com Until next time! xo

Episode 83!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Win tickets to the Prairie Belles 2nd Birthday Bash (Details to be released soon)! Email us at prairiebelles@gmail.com and tell us how you SOW or REAP from the Edmonton Arts Scene!
• Sunday Night Special - Come down January 15th for Jake Ian and the Haymakers with special guest Darryl Matthews at On The Rocks
  Music starts at 10pm. Food and drink specials all night long!
• From January 12 to 22, 2012, the Government of Alberta is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the twinning of sister provinces Alberta and Heilongjiang, China with a Winter Festival on the Alberta Legislature grounds.
• January 14 on the West Lawn - 6:30pm Political Live, AOK (Assault of Knowing) and Manuela. 
• Chloe Albert, Rob Heath, and Marty Pawlina Friday Jan 20th, at 8:30pm @ Blue Chair Cafe Reservations: (780) 989-2861 Tickets are $15!
  *We featured Rob's song I Wanna Go Again.
• THINKING BIG: Unveiling Public Art Projects Saturday January 14 10am - Saturday April 7, 5pm at the Alberta Craft Council. 

FRIDAY

1. Solstice Art Show & Concert feat. Zeal Art at the Artery 5pm $10 E-TICKETS
2. Alex Boudreau with Tim Chesterton at the Carrot 7:30pm $5
3. Melanie Doane at Festival Place $28 7:30pm
   *We featured Melanie's song Wildflowers.

SATURDAY

1. Opus Three (big band/jazz) @ Jeffrey’s Café & Wine Bar 9pm $10
2. Brian McLeod & Lyra Brown @ the Blue Chair Café with special guest Sparrow - Sean Hillaby (banjo), Zoran Glamoclija (bass/guitar) and Gord Oaks (percussion). 7pm $15 FACEBOOK INVITE
3. Maurice @ the Haven Social Club 8pm $10 E-TICKETS

SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL
Produced by Young People’s Theatre

Theatre For Young Audiences Version
January 14 – 29/12 in the Shoctor Theatre


The world of Dr. Seuss comes alive in this colourful, musical production. Horton has heard a Who, and it’s up to him to protect an entire village from certain doom. Narrated by the Cat in the Hat, a lively cast of memorable characters join Horton on his adventures through the outrageous Seussiverse.


*Recommended for children 5 years of age and up.

The Red Threat formed in 2009 with an average age of only 18 years old, The Red Threat worked tirelessly to prove that they were musically mature beyond their years. That goal was succeeded with their 3 song debut “A Collaboration of Sharps and Flats” which earned them the opportunities to play both local and touring dates with bands such as Ten Second Epic, Barenaked Ladies, These Kids Wear Crowns, and Living with Lions. With the success of their demo, The Red Threat decided to hit the studio with friend and accomplished engineer Greg Wright to record their debut album “Trees”. The album was released on October 9th, 2010, and was supported by multiple Canadian tours. The tours proved to solidify The Red Threat as one of Canada's up and coming young bands, landing them multiple press opportunities and a showcases in Toronto's International Indie Week Festival, Mazzfest in Saskatoon, and a main stage slot at Boonstock 2011. Their hard work did not go unnoticed, and in May 2011 they signed a licensing deal with IndiePool/EARRS, as well as went on to win the “People’s Choice” award at the 2011 Edmonton Music Awards.

The Red Threat builds their foundation on addictive rock choruses, post-hardcore influenced guitar melodies and above all, passion filled lyrics. With their new album “Trees”, The Red Threat explores the relationship that human beings have with themselves, and the consequences we all share as a result of humanity’s choices. Poised to conquer every venue that comes their way, The Red Threat’s explosive live show and relentlessly determined attitude will continue to fuel their drive to stand among giants.
*We featured their song Trees.

UPCOMING SHOW - Saturday January 21st @ the Avenue Theatre $10 6:00pm E-TICKETS 

We'd love to hear from you, so please twitter us, facebook us, comment on the blog or email us at prairiebelles@gmail.com Until next time! xo

Episode 82!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Plan Ahead – Fearing & White @ the Northern Lights Folk Club on Saturday, January 21^st. doors at 7pm, music at 8pm. With special guest Gordie Tentrees. Tickets at @tixonthesquare
• T.A.L.E.S. Story Café - January Theme: "Year of the Dragon” THURSDAY, JAN 5, 2012, 7 – 9PM @ Rosie's bar & Grill (off whyte) Cover - $6
• Winter Light Adventure Walk! January 27 & 28, 2012 7-11pm Mill Creek Park
• Prairie Belles Mailbag - An Evening of Jim Serediak Songs with friends Jamie Philp and John Towill Friday, January 13 7PM Fresh Start Bistro $10 cover
• The New Year at Shell Theatre
  Saturday January 21st - Williams and Ree
  Thursday February 9th - Jenie Thai
  Saturday February 18th - The Human Statues
  *We featured The Human Statues song "Going Down".Tickets are available through our ticket outlet at 780.992.6400, through ticketmaster charge-by-phone 1.855.985.5000 or visit http://www.ticketmaster.ca/  

FRIDAY

1. Marco Claveria Project & Keith Rempel @ NOLA’s 9:30pm
2. The Weekend Kids at The Pawn Shop with Feast or Famine and Utopian Skank $5 at 8pm E-TICKETS
3. Sean Sonego @ Haven Social Club 8pm $10 E-TICKETS
   *We featured Sean's song In the Heart. 

SATURDAY

1. King Muskafa @ Blues on Whyte 9pm
2. Cleanse Kill @ the Avenue Theatre $7 in advance, $10 at the door 6:30pm
3. Lucette Album Release Concert @ the TransALta Arts Barns Tickets are $10.50 and the show starts at 8pm

Trevor Tchir (pronounced cheer) released his fourth album, Sky Locked Land in 2009. Many of Edmonton’s finest musicians are featured on the album, including his brother, Stephen Tchir, Lane Arndt, Jordan Faulds, and Shannon Johnson. It also features long-time friends and collaborators Pierre Chrétien, of Ottawa’s Soul Jazz Orchestra, on organ, and Peter Webb, helping with harmonies. Other contributors include Bramwell Park, Volya Baziuk, Allyson Rogers, Steve Badach, Mickey Vallee, Kristy McKay, and Al Bragg. Sky Locked Land was recorded by Terry Tran at Riverdale Recorders, Edmonton.

Tchir unites the sounds and images of Canada’s rural and urban spaces. Over the past twelve years, he has played his original songs to audiences across the country. His music tells stories of the people who work and love in its pulsing cities and austere hinterlands. In reviewer Mary Christa O’Keefe’s words, "Tchir's lyrics are populated with characters who are both universal and intimate…In Tchir's hands place, time and relationships become characters, too, with their own agendas and idiosyncrasies...His allegiance is to the time-honoured art of evoking emotion through storytelling."


UPCOMING SHOW - Trevor Tchir’s book launch @ the Artery. Saturday, January 7^th at 8pm.
 
*We featured Trevor's song The Sweeter Air. 

We'd love to hear from you, so please twitter us, facebook us, comment on the blog or email us at prairiebelles@gmail.com  Until next time! xo