Episode 78!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Plan Ahead –  Sonic 102.9 Band of the Month Show
  Tanner Gordon & the Unfortunates (Alternative/Folk)
  November 25th @ the Pawn Shop $5 8pm
• Plan Ahead – Words with Friends – #yegwords4
  December 1st at Bohemia (10217 97 St.) As always, if you are interested in performing (spoken word or music), please contact Jason at robotsunderwater@gmail.com  
• Sea of Sound Festival – November 18 - 20 In celebration of the Canadian Electroacoustic Community’s 25 anniversary. November 20th @ 10pm @ New City Legion The Boreal Electroacoustic Music Society.

Tweet of the week : @tixonthesquare
“Forever young… The VIP Kids Show is back at the Varscona shar.es/oHaQD #yegtheatre #yegarts”Article in the Journal - For five Saturday mornings in a row, starting on the 19th, there’s a V.I.P. Kids Show on the Varscona stage (11 a.m.) to bring you and your youngest allies (age three and up) music, puppets, comedy, all provided by Edmonton’s acting elite.

FRIDAY

1. “T & T Dynomite” Tiff Hall & Thea Neumann 6pm NOLA’s Creole Kitchen & Music House $5 cover
2. Jeff Stuart & the Hearts CD RELEASE @ Pawn Shop $12 in advance, $15 at the door 8pm E-TICKETS
3. Northern Lights Folk Club presents Brock Zeman 8pm $18 in advance, $22 @ the door
   *We featured Brock's song Push Them Stones.

SATURDAY

1. Sarah Troy @ Expressionz Café  $12 in advance, 7pm E-TICKETS
2. Bonnie St. Croix @ the Haven Social Club $15 in advance, $20 at the door 8pm E-TICKETS
3. Kevin Fox @ Horizon Stage $25 7:30pm
   *We featured Kevin's cover of Diamonds on the Souls of her Shoes
    

Falling: A Wake

Wishbone Theatre
November 16 - 27, 2011 at 8 PM
November 19, 26, 2011 at 2 PM

BUY TICKETS:
By phone: 780–409–1910
In person
Fringe Theatre Adventures Box Office
TransAlta Arts Barns
10330 – 84 Ave. Edmonton, AB
Online







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Episode 77!

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What we mentioned this week:

• 2011 Yardbird Jazz Festival November 4 – 12th. Performances every night! YEGlive festival listing.Prairie Belles Recommend:
• Thursday, November 10th Ernesto Cervini 8pm
• Saturday, November 12th Double Bill Featuring Marty Majorowicz with Marc Beaudin $16 for members, $20 for non 8pm

 
Tweet of the week from @ShellTheatre
"We just heard some feedback @CAPACOA about how good the current @mattgood tour is, Sunday cannot come quick enough. #yegmusic"

That’s right! Matthew Good is having a show at the intimate 550 seat Shell Theatre this Sunday, November 13th. There are still some single tickets available. Call 780.992.6400

•  Plan Ahead – November 25th at the Living Room Playhouse Ken Brown & the Snoots. 8pm – 11pm Check out the Living Room Playhouse facebook for more information & to get your tickets.

FRIDAY

1. Peter Katz @ the Haven Social Club 8pm E-TICKETS $10 in advance, $12 @ the door
2. Jess Dollimont @ Jeffrey’s Café 9pm $10
3. Ruth Moody with Alice Kos @ the Artery E-TICKETS $15 in advance, $20 @ the door.
   *We featured Ruth's song

SATURDAY

1. Ghost Cousin @ Brixx Bar & Grill 7pm
2. JCL Productions presents Elliot Brood with the One Hundred Dollars at the Starlite Room $20 9pm
3. The Good Lovelies @ the Arden Theatre 7:30pm $32
   *We featured their song Made for Rain.

Stripped Down 3

Nov 10, 11, 12, 8:00 PM,
Expressionz Cafe
9938 –70 Avenue


1) Nov. 10 - Scarborough
by Fiona Evans (ENGLAND)
~Edinburgh Fringe First Award 2007
Directed by Ian Leung

2) Nov. 11 - Afterimage
by Robert Chafe (CANADA)
~Winner of the 2010 Governor General’s Award for Drama 2010 Directed by Mieko Ouchi

3) Nov. 12 - The Toxic Bus Incident
By Greg MacArthur (CANADA)
~2011 Siminovitch Nominee for Playwriting
Directed by Heather Inglis

Originally from Manitoba, and now based in Alberta, Raphaël Freynet is part of a young generation of Western Canadian artists who, over the past few years, have been emerging onto the Francophone scene. An accomplished pianist and guitarist, Raphaël has developed his own brand of intoxicating indie pop-rock. His exquisite melodies and Brit-rock-tinged voice project a compelling mix of boldness and reverie. Raphaël’s first album, Le monde à voir, is composed of ten original songs - two of which are in english - written around the themes of the journeys that we need to take, and the roots that tie us back to the places we call home.

Raphaël has certainly been seeing the world in 2010. In March, he travelled to Mexico City with NON NON NON to represent Alberta at the Rostros de la francophonia and the prestigious Festival de Mexico. He played a show with Les Rencontres qui chantent at the Vue sur la relève festival in Montreal, and in November 2010, he participated in Le Grand 8, which toured in Quebec and in France. His new album recently WON for Best Francophone Recording at the 2011 Western Canadian Music Awards.

*We featured Raphael's song Play.

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 76!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Lisa Nicole Grace's CD release show - Pictures & Video
• Alex Vissia's CD Release Show!What: Album Release for "A Lot Less Gold" (independent, 2011)
  Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 @ the door & include a copy of the album! When: Nov. 10, 2011 8pm Where: The Artery, 9535 Jasper Ave., Edmonton AB (All Ages) Get your E-TICKETS!
  *We featured Alex's song Blue Flowers from the new album!
• Finding I.D.entity Film Screening Sunday, November 6 • 3:00pm - 6:30pm Metro Cinema 52 min, HD

FRIDAY

1. The Uncas with Jake Ian & the Haymakers and Low Flying Planes @ the Pawn Shop $10 E-TICKETS 8pm
2. Good Women at Artery $20 E-TICKETS 8:30pm
3. Kat Danser @ Blue Chair Café $20 8:30pm

SATURDAY

1. Northern Lights Folk Club presents Tim Williams with special guest Erin Ross @ Queen Alexandria Hall Tickets are $18 in advance, $22 at the door 8pm Subscribe for their newsletter!
2. Jack Semple @ the Hilltop Pub 9:30pm $25 E-TICKETS
3. Hair of the Dog @ the Blackdog Freehouse presents 100 mile house 2pm
   *We featured their new song Honey off of their 2011 release Hollow Ponds. 

Rocky Horror Picture Show
Starring JOHN ULLYATT
Book, Music and Lyrics by RICHARD O’BRIEN
Directed by LEIGH RIVENBARK
October 29 – November 20/11
in the Shoctor Theatre at the Citadel Theatre 

The Theatre Garage will be on hand at all evening performances to sell a handy articipation Kit for theatre-goers, so you don’t need to pick up rubber gloves en route to the theatre.  They are also offering 40% off all costumes upon presentation of your ticket stub or on line print out.

Rebecca Lappa’s CD “Not in Neverland” has been nominated for Young Performer of the Year: Canadian Folk Music Awards


Rebecca Lappa, is a 14 year old CFMA Young Performer of the Year Nominee from Edmonton. She is a gifted vocalist and songwriter who accompanies herself on keyboard. She has written over 60 songs with strong melodies and poetic lyrics delivered in her expressive, clear soprano. She writes songs inspired by observations of life, historical events and literary references that slide between the realms of pop and folk. She draws comparisons to strong female vocalists and songwriters such as Sarah McLachlan, Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush and Tori Amos.


Following two EP's, Rebecca released her all original, full length album "Not in Neverland" produced by Peter Stone of 100 Mile House in 2011. She is currently selling her music on KERF, and Itunes. She has had songs played on CBC, CKUA, CFBX, CJSF, CJSR, Women's Radio Channel on Live 365, Vents Music Podcast and WITRR Radio Network. Rebecca has been filmed for Shaw TV, Breakfast Television, Global TV and Balcony TV. She has been interviewed on CBC's Edpod Challenge and Daybreak Alberta. Upcoming shows - 
November 4th - Shell Theatre 7pm
November 5th - Celtic Hall - Undiscovered Tour 5pm
November 12th - Downtown Farmer's Market 1pm
November 18th - Wild Earth Cafe 8pm
December 1st - Festival of Trees 5:30pm
February 11th - Winspear Centre 7pm
*We featured Rebecca's song "I Am the Man".


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 75!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Make sure to check out F&M's website and purchase their new album "Wish You Were Here".
• Update from Rhea March
  'The Thursday Island Jam' at Cha Island Tea Company!
  'The Sunday Song Stage' at Expressionz Cafe The Sunday Song Stage returns to Expressionz with a warm winter format! Expressionz Sunday Night Songwriters Open Stage, with host Rhea March and Guest performer; weekly from 6-10pm. New format: 6-7 Dinner & Circle song, 7-7:30 Guest Performer, Open Stage 7:30 - 10:00 Food & Beverages available. Bring your original songs. Admission: $5
• NEW VENUE ALERT!
  The Living Room Playhouse is where the Azimuth Theatre still stands (11315 106ave). Rabid Marmot Production's Halloween Spooktacular
  It's Halloween and the party's on in our Living Room!
  Nadine Kellman, Travis Marcotte and On Your Mark playing some acoustic sets. Thursday, October 27th @ 7:30 PM $10 at the door (CASH ONLY) 18+
• Plan Ahead – Marty Pawlina & Chloe Albert @ O’Byrnes
  Wednesday November 2nd No cover, 8pm – 11pm
  Reserve your table now!780-414-6766
  *We featured Marty & Chloe's song "Greatest Master of All"

FRIDAY

1. Martin Kerr @ Nola’s Creole Kitchen &Music House 6pm
2. Lyra Brown @ the Carrot 7:30pm $5
3. Ariane Mahryke Lemire @ the Haven Social House $10 in advance, $12 @ the door 8pm E-TICKETS

SATURDAY

1. Sam Roberts Band @ the Jubilee Tickets are $29.50 7pm
2. Steve Dawson @ the Blue Chair Café $25 8:30pm
3. Lisa Nicole Grace Prairie Belle cd release show 3pm – 5pm atop the High Level Bridge on an Old Strathcona Streetcar!
   *We featured Lisa's song Too Easy off her new release Prairie Belle!
• Next month Lisa will be going on tour with VIA RAIL's Onboard Entertainment Program. Want to travel the country and play your music for new listeners? Contact VIA RAIL at onboardentertainment@viarail.ca

Two ONE-WAY Tickets To Broadway Productions presents

Chicago, the musical
October 28 – November 4, 2011
La Cite (Theatre), 8627 – 91 Street, TICKETS: $25.00 at Tix On The Square, 780-420-1757

Wil’s fourth release, Heart of Mine is an album of personal stories connecting life, love and Wil’s on-going relationship with music. After more then 10 years of touring, Wil has returned to some of the core themes that brought his debut album, Both Hands, into being. He is, however, taking a definite step forward in his growth as a songwriter, singer and musician. Transitioning from the darker imagery and tones of his second album, By December, Wil has found in his third album, a lighter stride. Upcoming show - November 23rd show @ the Museum Theatre  Tickets are $20 in advance, $26 @ the door. E-TICKETS available. *We featured Wil's song Someday.

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 74!

Welcome to Episode 74 of the Prairie Belles Podcast! To listen to the podcast, either click on the mp3 player below OR click on "LISTEN TO EPISODE 74" to open a media player on your desktop. You can also check us out on iTunes!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Plan Ahead – Alex Vissia (of the Plain Janes) solo album release November 10^th, 8pm @ the Artery $15 in advance, $20 @ the door (includes album) E-TICKETS

FRIDAY

1. F&M Cd Release @ the Yellowhead Brewery $12 7pm E-TICKETS
2. Ruth Blais $10 @ the Fresh start bistro 7pm
3. Scenic Route to Alaska @ the Artery $8 in advance, $10 @ the door 8pm E-TICKETS

SATURDAY

1. Randall Walsh @ Expressionz Cafe 2pm
2. Forester @ Brixx Bar & Grill $10 9pm
3. Don Berner @ NOLA Creole Kitchen & Music House 6pm

Grant MacEwan University presents Xanadu

October 21 - 29 in the John L. Haar Theatre

Tickets available through Tix on the Square

A hilarious, roller skating musical adventure. It’s the eighties. Nine muses from the heavens of Mount Olympus spring to life from a Venice Beach art mural depicting 'Ancient Greek arty chicks.' The painter is Sonny, a frustrated artist whose dream is to open a roller disco nightclub called Xanadu.
Xanadu is a goofy, wry riff on art and creativity, bad movies and vacuous stage musicals. It lampoons the wretchedness of '80s pop culture, while simultaneously celebrating the musical pop rock 'cheese' of that era with an insidiously catchy hit score composed by Jeff Lynne of Electric Light Orchestra.

• Bardic Form on the Shell Theatre's Fort Radio U22 Productions Intermission Stage for Rik Emmett's show on October 28.

Hunger Hush is a band that reaches. The four friends that make up the Calgary, AB based outfit draw from their varied musical backgrounds to grasp at the energy found in their own favourite artists. A careful listener can hear the earthy rock of Attack in Black and the blues-tinged echoes of Warren Zevon – all filtered through ringing keys and driving guitars; trumpet blasts and daring bass lines.
On April 7, 2011, Hunger Hush released their self-titled debut album to a sold-out crowd at Calgary’s Broken City. The album was recorded and produced by Alberta notable Lorrie Matheson in his Arch Audio studios, and the six original songs provide a compelling snapshot of a growing artist with an already distinct voice.
Hunger Hush has enjoyed praise for their live performances, and the band has a dedicated following that is constantly growing. They’ve shared the stage with Daniel Wesley, Hot Panda, The Autumn Portrait and The Magnetic North, among others. Hunger Hush has received local radio attention on CJSW, performed in venues across Alberta, and plans to tour in the fall of 2011.
Up Coming Shows!
November 5th at Wunderbar with The Details!
December 17th at the Haven Social Club!

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

The real Prairie Belle....

Hello podcast family.

We are really excited to announce the release of Lisa's new record, Prairie Belle. When we started the podcast we struggled to find a name that we thought truly embodied the two of us and our love for the prairies and the arts. At the time, Lisa's song Prairie Belle was written but not recorded yet. Both of us identified with the song and decided to name the podcast after the song. Nearly two years later, Lisa has finally released the record. We are proud to share the name, but want people to know that the song was our original inspiration to name the podcast. Celebrate with us and go visit Lisa's brand new website and have a listen to the title track!

Thank you again for your continuous support of the podcast, and the local arts!

Cheers!
Lisa & Daneel
Prairie Belles

Episode 73!

Welcome to Episode 73 of the Prairie Belles Podcast! To listen to the podcast, either click on the mp3 player below OR click on "LISTEN TO EPISODE 73" to open a media player on your desktop. You can also check us out on iTunes!

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What we mentioned this week:

• Plan Ahead – November 26th @ the Royal Alberta Museum Theatre Tickets are $15, show @ 7:00pm E-TICKETS  River City Revue is Edmonton's newest troupe on the burlesque scene. Taking inspiration from classic striptease and American burlesque, RCR combines high production value, political satire and of course their womanly wiles, to culminate in a glamorous and unforgettable show! Our talented dancers and purveyors of sass, class and panache: Molly Rose Kiki Quinn Gigi Vega Zorra Adora Harmonee Sweet And our magical host, Mister Paul Bezaire.
• 2011 Litfest – October 12 – 23, 2011
  For details on what's going on where and when, check the event SCHEDULE! Tix – there are a variety of ticket and pass prices, and they are available at Tix On The Square.

FRIDAY

1. Northern Lights Folk Club presents David Francey @ the Central Lions Recreational Centre $25 in advance, $30 @ the door. 8pm More info The
2. Malibu Knights @ the Haven $10 in advance, $12 at the door 8pm E-TICKETS
3. The Lions @ the Yellowhead Brewery on 105 St. $12 in advance, $15 @ the door 8pm E-TICKETS
   We featured The Lions song This Dog Can't Be Beat.

SATURDAY

1. Al Brant @ the Bluechair Café 8:30pm $15
2. Big John Bates @ New City Legion 8pm $10 E-TICKETS
3. Young the Giant @ the Starlite Room 8pm $20
   We featured Young the Giant's song Apartment.

The Citadel Theatre — Death of a Salesman September 24 – October 16/11 7:30pm in the Shoctor Theatre BUY TICKETS

The Walterdale Playhouse - Reasons To Be Pretty by Neil LaBute
October 12-15, 18-22 @ 8pm
October 16 @ 2pm
Thursday, October 13 is 2-for-1 Thursday
(at the door only)
Monday, October 10 is Student Night
Tickets: $12-$16 at TIX on the Square and at the door, one hour before showtime (cash only).

A notorious homebody, Chad VanGaalen is well known for rarely leaving his rickety house in Calgary, endlessly drawing, recording and making art. With Diaper Island, VanGaalen distills his approach, producing his most sonically cohesive album to date, and the closest thing he has done to a rock album.

Also a celebrated visual artist, VanGaalen is widely renowned for his illustration and animation work. As with his previous albums – Infiniheart, Skelliconnection and the Polaris short-listed Soft Airplane, VanGaalen illustrated all of the art for Diaper Island – and is in the midst of animating a music video as well. He has animated music videos for folks like J Mascis, Guster, and others and his videos have been collectively viewed well over a million times on YouTube. VanGaalen has been quietly building a catalogue of songs that invite listeners to gently explore his distinctive creativity. Diaper Island extends the adventure into deeper territory, tapping into VanGaalen's lifeblood and mining the richness of his mind with sharper tools.

Upcoming Show - November 4th at the Myer Horowitz Theatre 8pm $25.
We featured Chad's song No Panic / No Heat.

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