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Food, Beer, and Coffee Available! Jack Williams Extraordinary Singer-Songwriter and Outstanding Guitarist Saturday, June 7th, 7:30pm (doors open at 7.00pm) Tickets $15 to $20 donation Presented by Fiddling Cricket Concerts AT THE UGLY MUG CAFE 4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073 Contact Fiddling Cricket at 408 499 9441 or Brundle@attglobal.net

The short version is: Don’t miss this show! Or as Chuck Brodsky said “If you ever get a chance to book this guy – do it! He is as good as it gets!” The long version: Jack’s bio in itself is amazing, with a 54 year career playing folk, rock jazz, R and B, classical and popular music from the 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s. In the 60’s he was a hired gun guitarist/ band leader for John Lee Hooker, Hank Ballard, and the Shirelles, amongst others. Up to the 80’s he played jazz trumpet and classical guitar, while also fronting a series of original rock bands as an electric guitarist. Since the 60’s he has also toured as a solo troubadour. His songs have been recorded by others ranging from Tom Jones to Tom Paxton. At times he has teamed up with other great singers – the late Harry Nilsson in 1973 and until 2002 with his friend, the late Mickey Newberry. Jack has 9 solo CD’s of original music, plus involvement in many others. www.jackwilliamsmusic.com “A musical style that’s equal parts folk storytelling and Tin Pan Alley songcraft, delivered with the impassioned soul of an old blues singer” - Kevin Oliver, No Depression Magazine ".... his artistry... is nothing short of amazing. Dazzling picking, expressive voice, unique and interesting songs. He is a showman in the best sense of the word and just wowed our audience. I think they would have followed him anywhere." Rich Warren, WFMT "Midnight Special", Chicago IL

Food, Beer, and Coffee Available! Gabrielle Louise Genre-Hopping Singer/Songwriter from Boulder Brodie Kinder opens Wednesday, June 11th, 7:30pm (doors open at 7.00pm) Tickets $12 to $15 donation Presented by Fiddling Cricket Concerts and the Canyon Acoustic Society AT THE UGLY MUG CAFE 4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073, call the Cafe at 831-477-1341 OR contact Fiddling Cricket at 408 499 9441 or Brundle@attglobal.net

Gabrielle Louise is a songwriter and storyteller living in the mountains outside of Boulder, CO. The daughter of two vagabond musicians, Gabrielle inherited the genetic predisposition to wanderlust and song. Her music is anchored deeply in folk, but undeniably drawn to rich harmonies and melodic adventurism. Her sound has the earthy feel of early Joni Mitchell while also veering into the spirited delivery of fellow genre-hopping artist Martin Sexton. Unafraid to take a random musical escapade in the name of inspiration, Gabrielle is at one moment folkie and ethereal, the next moment a smoky jazz chanteuse. Gabby has released 5 independent CD’s, won several songwriting competitions and is as committed to the environment as to her music. www.gabriellelouise.com "She executes a captivating balance of heartache and resolve." -David McGee (Music Critic for Rolling Stone, Spin, Deep Roots Magazine, NYC, NY) Brodie Kinder's sound is a unique blend of contemporary originals and diverse covers. His acoustic set is painted with the genres of folk, rock, and jazz. He will accompany Gabrielle after his short opening set.

Food, Beer, and Coffee Available! Mike Beck Western Songwriter and Guitarist Wednesday, June 18th, 7:30pm (doors open at 7.00pm) Tickets $12 to $15 donation Presented by Fiddling Cricket Concerts and the Canyon Acoustic Society AT THE UGLY MUG CAFE 4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073, call the Cafe at 831-477-1341 OR contact Fiddling Cricket at 408 499 9441 or Brundle@attglobal.net

Mike Beck is an engaging acoustic solo artist who regularly performs in the US and Europe. He is a regularly featured performer at The National Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering. Mike has six albums under his belt with original songs that have been recognized as some of the finest compositions on Western Americana out there. A seasoned performer, his songs, stories, guitar work and warm, genuine style engage audiences everywhere. The Western Horseman magazine recently picked "The 13 Best Cowboy Songs," and included two compositions by Mike, putting him alongside other writers such as Ian Tyson, Tom Russell, Lucinda Williams, and Gene Autry. His strong command of the guitar, reminiscent of Steven Stills, has also garnered him many requests for guitar workshops at festivals. According to Ramblin' Jack Elliot, "Mike Beck plays the guitar like a Byrd. His strings do things that mine could never do. They obey the slightest finger-touch commands like a fine Reining Horse."

Claudia Schmidt plus Teresa Jimenez Claudia's Folk, Blues, and Jazz Idioms featuring 12 string guitar & mountain dulcimer Meet Teresa's Mystic Hispanic & American Folkloric Music Sunday, June 22nd, 7.00pm $15/$15 <21 w/parent FC Cosponsored Show AT DON QUIXOTES MUSIC HALL 6275 Highway 9 in Downtown Felton, Reservations online or call 831-603-2294

Claudia Schmidt is a Red House Records recording artist. More than 4 decades as a touring professional have found Michigan native Claudia Schmidt traversing North America as well as Europe in venues ranging from intimate clubs to 4,000 seat theatres, and festival stages in front of 25,000 rapt listeners. She has recorded nineteen albums of mostly original songs, exploring folk, blues, and jazz idioms featuring her acclaimed 12-string guitar and mountain dulcimer playing. http://www.claudiaschmidt.com "Teresa Jimenez blends a mystic Hispanic sensuality into the core of American Folkloric Music"-Dr. R. Nelson, Ichthyologist. Teresa Jimenez is a singer and songwriter born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida. Her recording and performance career spans the genres of opera, jazz, funk, rock, and country. Most recently she has been a member of Brooklyn alt-country band The Choir Diary. Her solo EP is named Just For Now. www.singteresa.com

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