This Sunday at Chattanooga Market, Chattanooga Cares will host “Cut Up for Life” in their 12th annual event. Cut Up For Life is a collaborative effort of local beauty salons and spas, their stylists, nail technicians and massage therapists who give their valuable time and skills to raise money for people affected by HIV.

Some popular salons that will be at the event include: Salon Haven, Villa Salon, Hair A Go Go, Steven’s Salon and Et Cetera. Each salon service is just $20, which will go entirely to Chattanooga Cares!

Tickets can be purchased the day of at Chattanooga Market, ahead of time at participating salons, or by calling Sarah Spencer at Chattanooga Cares 423.648.9912 (this makes a great gift too!)

The focus of Chattanooga Cares is AIDS: education, prevention and support for all people affected by HIV. Please learn more about this organization at www.chattanoogacares.org

 

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While there are a number of “guitar greats” to choose from and plenty of vocalists filling the stages, it is a rare performer who combines both. Rolling Stone Magazine dubbed Miché, “…a quiet storm,” and his shows combine that intensity with a playful spontaneity that engages both the senses and the hearts of those who listen. In his most recent review from ListenersGeneration.com, the author writes, “This guy is not only a classical guitar virtuoso; he’s got a set of vocal pipes that are unbelievable.” He goes onto describe “a fantastic performance unlike any I’ve ever heard.”

Miché has toured the U.S. and Canada during the past several years, finding enthusiastic audiences in both major cities and tiny towns. He brings a professional attitude, a light-hearted sense of humor, and a musical show that is often called “a breath of fresh air” to festivals, concert halls, house concerts, coffeehouses and colleges everywhere and anywhere.

Miché performs both as a soloist and with a band - you can watch videos of both at www.miche.com. He also produces a video series titled, “Guitar Lessons” which captures experiences and characters and lessons learned while making a life as a guitarist.

The Starlings have captured the ears of fans both in the Northwest and beyond. The anticipated 2008 release of their sophomore album, “Marveling the While” spent 14 weeks on the Roots Music Report Chart, and debuted at #8 on the Euro-Americana chart. “MTW” follows their successful 2006 release of debut album “Songbook.” Based out of Seattle, they’ve received accolades from notable sources as Maverick Magazine and Americana UK; appeared live on Seattle’s Audioasis (KEXP); spent eight weeks on John Richards’ (KEXP) “Top Ten Northwest Bands”; and shared prominent performances with the likes of Todd Snider, The Avett Brothers, Eilen, Jewell, The Everybodyfields, Shannon McNally, Michelle Malone and numerous regional artists. Featured in a 2-page spread in the March 2007 issue of Maverick Magazine (UK), The Starlings are bringing their blend of Americana country and folk music to an ever broader stage, garnering fans from all corners of the musical spectrum.

“Marveling the While” picks ups where “Songbook” leaves off – bringing us further down an aural path of lush production, soulful and sparkly vocals, and featuring guests appearances from Mike Grigoni (Willy Mason, Peter Rowan, Chris Stuart and Backcountry), Lauryn Shapter, and Chad Hinman (producer). With a title inspired by the literary works of John Steinbeck, “Marveling the While” explores themes of time and duality, opening with the powerful track, “Love and War”, the bitter sweetness of life in “Silver Thread,” a tribute to a gypsy mother in “Geraldine,” and the spooky, panoramic montage of “Honey Creek.” The Starlings raise the bar in this production, reaching a new pinnacle with their use of metaphor, harmonies, and dynamics.

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This Sunday, at Chattanooga Market, you’ll find a fabulous showing of antique dealers from Chattanooga and the surrounding areas. If you’re a collector, decorator, or just appreciate these old time finds, come to the Tennessee Pavilion early!

Our fresh, local produce is still in full swing with farmers coming every week. Try one of the recipes on our website, created by local chefs. You’ll find most of the ingredients fresh at Chattanooga Market.

This week’s entertainment on the EPB stage is first-class! See below for the line-up.

 

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A perfect blend of folk, pop and Americana, there is a uniqueness to the sound of McClain that sets it apart from the pack, and yet at the same time their music conjures up a familiarity that recalls something close and personal to the listener.

Pop-Americana act McClain moved to Nashville less than a year ago to further pursue a career that was birthed in a kitchen. Songs sung into a microphone held up by two water glasses and recorded on a simple eight-track recorder emerged as a 12 song LP after the request of intrigued individuals from all across the country. Within two months time all three-hundred handmade albums had been sold, and as a result the long time couple begin to explore the option of pursuing music on a larger scale.

The decision was made to make the traditional move to “Music City,” and soon after their arrival in Nashville McClain joined forces with Producer Mike Odmark (Tyler James, Aron Wright, Daniel Ellsworth). After several night sessions their latest CD “The Ivy EP” emerged. The EP is a complete songwriting experience, shifting effortlessly between Americana and Folk originality.

When Angel Snow sings, she hands her heart to the listener. Onstage she pours out raw emotion through honest and introspective music. Her unique sound–classic Americana folk coupled with a modern edge–provides a soulful backdrop for lyrics based on everything from personal experiences to vivid dreams. The result of this heartfelt songwriting is a labor of love, her debut album, “Fortune Tellers.”

Angel settled in Nashville to continue running down her lifelong dream of sharing her music. She had spent five years traveling and performing all over the country, her voice bringing to life venues in New York, Wyoming, Montana, Pennsylvania, California, Chattanooga, and Atlanta.

Musical talent came naturally and easily to Angel growing up in tiny Chickamauga, Georgia. It was an elementary school homework assignment to write a song that gave her a first glimpse at her life’s path. Songwriting soon grew to be Angel’s most passionate artistic outlet. She recalls, “It was the only way I could truly know and find out who I was. The only way I could express myself. It’s everything to me.”

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Raised In Virginia, and based in Nashville, Amelia White cut her musical teeth in the New England area, in the same scene that produced Mary Gauthier, Lori McKenna and Sarah Borges. Her music has been described as hard rocking -folkin -alt-art country… but her songs and strong melodic style rise above categorization. Her Albums “Blue Souvenirs” and “Black Doves” (Funzalo Records 2006) put her on the map with critical acclaims nationwide, steady non-com radio play, and appearances on E-Town and NPR’s All Songs Considered. A few TV placements further exposed her talents.

Amelia comments “The songs come out of me hard and heavy - regularly. They walk the line between Neo Folk, raw well made rock, and rootsy pop. They have a lot of heart, and a good dose of intellect, and every few songs have a political and social consciousness….sometimes you have to listen twice to get em, though some can easily grab hold of you like an old Hank Williams. Some call them Indie Country, some Americana, Some Folk Rock. To me they are the stories of my life and love and what I see in my friends eyes, strangers stories. They are miniature 3-3 1/2 minute films.”

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I Scream, You Scream, We all Scream for Ice Cream!  This Sunday buy a ticket for $5 and you’ll get 5 scoops of Mayfield Ice Cream - you pick the flavor!  Just to make the day even sweeter, all proceeds from ice cream ticket sales will go to Bethel Bible Village here in Chattanooga.

The mission of Bethel Bible Village is to provide safe, nurturing and Christ-centered homes for children of families in crisis, and equip and inspire them to live productive Christian lives.  Bethel  has provided homes for children, ages 5 - 18,  for over 54 years and has made a difference in the lives of hundreds of children.

High energy and passion are the two things that best describe True Story. Over the last year they have won the Battle of the Bands at Atlanta Fest, the Battle of the Bands on J93.3, and the Featured Artist on Rockthecross.net. They have played the main stage at Atlanta Fest (opened for Leeland, David Crowder, and Jeremy Camp), Atlanta Christmas Conference, Show Me How To Live Conference, Georgia Christian Youth Convention, Christian Music Weekend (opened for Thousand Foot Krutch, The Afters, Natalie Grant, and Pocket Full of Rocks), and performed live on J93.3 Atlanta Christian radio…..all while creating their new self-titled album, True Story.

Their influences range from David Crowder and Leeland to The Beatles and Bach.

The guys get just as excited to hang out afterwards with those attending the event as they do playing their music. Ministry is the driving force behind everything they do.

At the core of Tin Cup Gypsy you’ll find a fusion of acoustic Folk, Rock, Jazz, and Bluegrass with earthy lyrics and rich melodies that captures the essence of their Roots-rock genre. By featuring a variety of instruments such as Mandolin, Violin, Concertina, Acoustic Guitar, Percussion, Bass, and three-part Harmonies, the group’s unique blend attracts a diverse group of listeners.

This grass-roots trio weaves a fresh sound with the classic groundbreaking styles of the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, James Taylor, Nickel Creek, and rocker-diva Bonnie Raitt. Although in their early twenties, the members of Tin Cup Gypsy have collected a wealth of experiences that has far exceeded their time.

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