Sept 11: Rachel Wearsch & The Beatnik Playboys, Sept 12:Telling Point

Rachel Wearsch & The Beatnik Playboys

Friday, September 11

What started as a casual coffee shop combo has evolved into a wonderful, eclectic musical experience. Rachel, Bill and Steve pride themselves on the fact that they only play quality music…..music that they love. It is obvious when you see them perform live. Although, it is a rehearsed project, it is also an unpredictable one. Each member brings 25+ years of professional experience to the group which also makes it easy for them to perform unrehearsed music spontaneously or have guest musicians join them on stage. Rachel has too many influences to be able to mention them all. Some of her favorite musical performers include Emmylou, George (Jones that is), Dolly, Nora, Allison, Nanci, Bonnie and traditional bluegrass music that has lots of harmony. She also is a big fan of traditional Chicago style blues.

RACHEL WEARSCH:Rachel Wearsch is a singer, multi-instrumentalist and a songwriter. She has been playing and studying music for over 25 years. Rachel has performed professionally since the age of 12. Throughout her musical career, Rachel has opened for many top artists including Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Ray Stevens, Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, Vern Gosdin, Clint Black , Alan Jackson, Aaron Tippin, Bill Monroe, Little Jimmy Dickens, Southern Pacific, Ricky Scaggs and The Judds. She has played with many local bands including “The Damn Band”(1991-93, 1998-2001), “New Frontier” (with the Sanders Brothers, Jeff Rice & Joe Morris) 1988-90), “Blue Moon Express” (with Joe Smith 2002-2003), “Sidewinder” (1995-97), “Buckshot” (1987-88) and “Kalico” (1984-87). THE BEATNIK PLAYBOYS:BILL WATSON has had an extensive and successful career out of performing music for many years. Currently, you can also find Bill playing with “The Numbers Band” (since 1990), “Hillbilly Idol” (since 1990), “Alex Bevan” (since 1988) and “Clearfork” (since 1990). Some of you may remember seeing Bill perform with “The Damn Band” (1991), “Reckless Abandon” (1987), “Mimi Hart & The Bopkats” (with Steve Downey, 1984-86), “Deadly Ernest & The Honky Tonk Heroes” (1981-84), “Gopher Broke Swing Band” (1977-1981), “Smackinrrouge” and “Better ‘n Bacon Band” (pre 1977). STEVE DOWNEY is a talented multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter. He has played music professionally for many years. Steve was the co-founder of the original “Immortal Porpoises” (1976-78). He has also played and traveled with “Mimi Hart &The Bobcats” (with Bill Watson 1984-86) and Alex Bevan (1979-82). Others include “The Ordinairs” (w/Joe Smith & Bill Watson 1996-97), “The Smithtones” (1989), “Sensational Dreams” (1982-83) and “Good Company” (1975). CD’s are available at cdbaby. http://cdbaby.com/cd/rachelwearsch Downloads at soundclick.com. http://www.soundclick.com/rachelwearsch

Saturday, September 12

Telling Point returns to Vine and Bean to charm the patio.

Telling Point

Ask for the background of each member and you’ll understand how this Cleveland based rock group came to have such an eclectic sound. Influences ranging from jazz and middle eastern to classic rock and new metal have caused Telling Point to classify their style as “Rock of a different nature”. The commanding drums will keep you moving as the sensual vocals embrace you. The Telling Point Acoustic show provides listeners an intimate connection with the band. Each song is a story: personal, inviting. Whether it’s the djembe groove or the poetic lyrics, you’ll want to take this music in and let it touch you.