Local Music Directory 2006

In Ann Arbor, it seems, music grows on trees.

With a history rooted in the fertile soil of education, activism and art, Tree Town has yielded a musical bounty ranging from screaming punk rock to well-polished classical chamber music. Home to the famed Folk Festival, the noted Blues & Jazz Festival and the upstart EdgeFest experimental music celebration, Ann Arbor draws on revered traditions, but stretches upward to bold new heights. Far above, the titanium-jacketed spaceships of techno pilots rocket through the stratosphere of electronica while an Indonesian gamelan orchestra chimes below. Art of all kinds thrives here, encouraging creativity, cross-pollination and growth.

As part of our annual local music extravaganza, we've listed some of the delights you might find playing at a club, a concert hall or a frat party near you: some 371 of them

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Alberta Adams & the Rhythm Rockers.

Detroit's 'Queen of the Blues.' Alberta Adams (voc), R.J. Spangler (drums), Paul Carey (gtr), Shawn McDonald (keyboards), Mike Marshall (bass).Contact R.J. Spangler. Phone (586) 778-9344. E-mail rj[AT]spanglerbluesproductions.com. Web: www.spanglerbluesproductions.com.

The Alligators.

Urban swamp blues. David Krammer (voc), Brian Miller (harmonica), Mark Seyler (drums, percussion), Steve Schwartz (gtr, voc), Pete Kiss (bass, voc). Contact The Rose-Robert Agency. Phone (248) 476-0799. E-mail Ify5[AT]aol.com. Web: www.thealligators.com.

Amazin' Blue.

University of Michigan's oldest co-ed a cappella group performs popular songs in a variety of styles. Contact University Activities Center. Phone (734) 763-1107. Write 4002 Michigan Union Box 541, 530 S. State St., Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1308. E-mail ab.biz[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.amazinblue.org.

American Mars.

Ethereal indie Americana. Thomas Trimble (voc, gtr), David Feeny (pdl steel gtr, voc), Garth Girard (bass, voc), Charlie Koltak (drums, percussion). Contact American Mars. Write P.O. Box 1941, Dearborn, MI 48121. E-mail mars[AT]americanmars.com. Web: www.americanmars.com.

Ann Arbor Grail Singers.

Choral ensemble performs early music.

Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra.

This 73-piece professional classical orchestra offers six season concerts, four family concerts and numerous school programs. Arie Lipsky conducts. Phone (734) 994-4801. Write 527 E. Liberty St. Ste. 208 B, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail a2so[AT]a2so.com. Web: www.a2so.com.

The Ann Arbor Youth Chorale.

Founded in 1987, the chorale consists of two graded choirs offering boys with unchanged voices and girls ages 9-16 high-quality choral training in a nurturing environment. AAYC collaborates with other choirs and arts organizations, and travels in North America and Europe. Phone (734) 996-4404. E-mail a2youthchorale[AT]yahoo.com. Web: annarboryouthchorale.org.

Anvil.

One-man 1980s band plays synth, hip-hop and down-tempo music. Andrew Cohn . E-mail moodgadget[AT] gmail.com. Web: 21balloons.com, myspace.com/beatsbyanvil.

The Arbor Consort.

Renaissance and Victorian vocal ensemble performs in period costume. E-mail info[AT]arbor-consort.org. Web: www.arbor-consort.org.

The Astronauts of Love.

Original folk rock, vocal and guitar-driven band featuring four songwriters packing the punch of a 1960s super-group. David Nefesh (voc, gtr), Jef Reynolds (voc, bass, mandocello), Marilyn Driggs (voc, gtr, violin), Jere Stormer (voc, gtr, keyboards), Don Gulish (drums, percussion). Phone (248) 980-8349. Write P.O. Box 721393, Berkley, MI 48072. E-mail info[AT]davidnefesh.com. Web: www.myspace.com/astronautsoflove.

Athletic Mic League.

Formed at Huron High School, this MC crew offers soulful hip-hop. Buff, 14KT, Grand Champ, Sunny Star, Texture, Vital, DJ Haircut . Web: www.athleticmicleague.com.

Audion.

Amidst the maelstrom of aliases adopted by the prodigious and prolific Matthew Dear, Audion is undoubtedly the grittiest. Audion combines heavy techno, untamed synthesizers and raucous beats. Matthew Dear (laptop, turntable). E-mail booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.spectralsound.com.

The Avatars.

Female-fronted infectious rock band bleeds ferocious blues-tinged pop harmonies and wailing guitar sounds. Mariah Cherem (voc, tambourine), Theresa Kiefer (bass), Claudia Leo (drums), Chris 'Box' Taylor (gtr, voc), Charlie Lorenzi (gtr). Phone (734) 995-8994. Write P.O. Box 8154, Ann Arbor, MI 48107-8154. E-mail info[AT]theavatars.us. Web: www.theavatars.us.

Babardah.

Adventurous ensemble featuring bassist Ilgenfritz and trombonist Weaver of celebrated Ann Arbor band The Avant Gardeners offers subtle improvised music. James Ilgenfritz III (bass), Mike Khoury (violin), Piotr Michalowski (sopranino sax, sop sax, bar sax), Sarah Weaver (trombone). E-mail nanibgal[AT]netscape.net. Web: www-personal.umich.edu/~piotrm/close.html.

Back Forty.

Ann Arbor band plays down-home, funky bluegrass. Dan Ripke (voc, gtr), Andy Benes (voc, mandolin, gtr), Colin Murphy (fiddle, voc), John Yax (drums), Jeff Friesen (bass). Phone (810) 223-7653. E-mail backforty[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.backfortymusic.com.

Steven Ball.

Classical and theater organist performs regularly on the Michigan Theater's 1927 Barton theater pipe organ. Steven Ball (organ). Contact Steven Ball. Phone (734) 846-3627. E-mail info[AT]stevenball.com. Web: www.stevenball.com.

Johnnie Bassett & the Blues Insurgents.

Detroit guitarist leads a band in jumping urban blues. Johnnie Bassett (voc, gtr), Duncan McMillan (organ), Sean Dobbins (drums), Keith Kaminski (sax). Phone (313) 838-1176. E-mail keithsax[AT]aol.com.

Bear vs. Shark.

Band offers melodic rock and groove-oriented post-punk. Derek Kiesgen (bass, gtr), Mike Muldoon (gtr, keyboards, bass), John Gaviglio (bass, keyboards, gtr), Ashley Horak (drums), Marc Paffi (voc, gtr, keyboards). Contact Dave Shapiro. Phone (734) 330-1004. E-mail band[AT]bearvsshark.com. Web: www.bearvsshark.com.

George Bedard & the Kingpins.

Blues, rockabilly, swing, soul, R&B originals and covers. George Bedard (gtr, voc), Randy Tessier (bass, voc), Richard Dishman (drums, voc). Phone (734) 332-4832. E-mail georgebedard[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.georgebedard.com.

The Beggars.

Detroit band serves hugely entertaining hard rock sauce on a burly glam roll. Steven Davis (voc), Joey Senac (voc, drums), Jonathan Wilkins (voc, gtr), John Miller (voc, bass), Jimmy Hansard (voc, gtr). Contact Jimmy. Phone (248) 399-6734. Write 313 Maryland, Royal Oak, MI 48067. E-mail info[AT]thebeggars.com. Web: www.thebeggars.com.

Seth Bernard.

Poetic Lake City guitarist brings a cool breath of fresh, jazzy folk from the North Country. Seth Bernard (voc, gtr). Phone (231) 229-4515. E-mail seth[AT]earthworkmusic.com. Web: www.earthworkmusic.com.

Faruq Z. Bey with Northwoods Improvisers.

Griot Galaxy saxophonist Bey joins the Michigan free jazz ensemble formed by vibraphonist and guitarist Mike Gilmore and bassist and percussionist Mike Johnston in 1976 as an electric garage band. This formation of the band performs Bey's compositions and arrangements. Faruq Z. Bey (sax, flute), Mike Gilmore (vibraphone, marimba, gtr), Mike Johnston (bass, flute, percussion), Nick Ashton (drums, percussion), Mike Carey (tnr sax, flute, bass clarinet), Skeeter C.R. Shelton (sax, oboe, bassoon). E-mail zwoods[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.northwoodsimprovisers.com.

Bill Parker & His Motherscratchers.

Rockabilly glam punk from Detroit. Arlo Pickens (voc), Hank (gtr), Ronnie (bass), Jerry (drums). Phone (734) 285-2495. Write P.O. Box 642, Wyandotte, MI 48192.

Black Bottom Collective.

Voted Best Soul of 2002 by The Detroit Free Press, Detroit's triumphant alternative hip-hop soul band offers rock, reggae, funk, electronica and jazz poetry. Khary Kimani Turner (voc), Tunesia Turner (voc), Karen Bennett (voc), Mark Harper (keyboards), Kamau Davis (bass), Edward Canaday (gtr), DJ Invisible (turntables), Ivan Prosper (drums). E-mail info[AT]blackbottomcollective.com. Web: www.blackbottomcollective.com.

Black Train.

Ann Arbor band plays an eclectic and uplifting mix of acoustic rock with a groovy edge, with an emphasis on songs about trains, heartache and redemption. Vicki Dischler (voc, gtr), Randall Beek (gtr, voc), Kevin Lentz (bass, voc), Kristen Uthus (voc, gtr), Paul Koch (drums). Phone (734) 794-0794. E-mail hungrybeek[AT]gmail.com.

Blammo!.

1977-styled punk rock by those who were there. Claire Voyant (voc), Jane Reaction (voc), Buzz Sawyer (gtr), Craven Morehead (gtr), Cy Klone (bass), Boris Diesel (drums). Phone (734) 483-2149. E-mail shafeandnancy[AT]earthlink.net.

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    • The Blue Rays.

    A classic blues band with a touch of soul, and a sound that ranges from retro to modern, originals and covers, from T-Bone Walker to Albert Collins and all points in-between. Dave Kaftan (gtr, voc), Angel Tristan (voc), Ralph McKee (bass, voc), Hugh Huntley (drums), James 'Crawdad' Neal (piano, organ). Contact Dave Kaftan. Phone (734) 994-0562. E-mail davidk[AT]icle.law.umich.edu, bluesman[AT]umich.edu.

    Blue Tango.

    Classic folk rock and blues with an alternative twist. Surry Scheerer (voc), Jack Scheerer (gtr), Scott Mann (gtr, woodwinds, voc), Ed Saunders (bass, voc), Hans Masing (drums), Don Allen (percussion). Contact Surry. Phone (734) 663-1448. Write 1604 Morton Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail bluetango[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.bluetangoband.com.

    Bolcom & Morris.

    Beloved husband-and-wife cabaret song duo of acclaimed pianist and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Bolcom and mezzo-soprano Morris performs American popular song favorites. William Bolcom (piano), Joan Morris (soprano voc). E-mail wbolcom[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.bolcomandmorris.com.

    Gabriel Bolkosky.

    Versatile violinist performs in classical, jazz and new music contexts. Phone (734) 358-2100. E-mail gabrielbolkosky[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.gabrielbolkosky.com/.

    Bon Temps Roullez.

    Motor City R&B with a New Orleans twist. Leonard Moon (keyboards, voc), James O'Donnell (trumpet, voc), John Dunn (bass, voc), Roscoe (gtr), Ron Pangborn (drums). Phone (810) 779-7340. E-mail btroulle[AT]aol.com. Web: users.aol.com/btroulle/.

    Bess Bonnier.

    The founder of the Grosse Pointe Academy of Music, jazz pianist, composer and vocalist Bonnier is known for the sought-after late-1950s recording Theme for the Tall One (Argo) and a recent jazz cantata employing the words of William Shakespeare. Bess Bonnier (piano, voc). Phone (313) 882-2781. E-mail bess[AT]bessbonnier.com. Web: www.bessbonnier.com.

    The Book Was Better.

    Ann Arbor band plays tight, catchy indie rock. Daniel Jones (voc, gtr, keyboards), Michael Hoenerhoff (gtr, voc), Alain Watts (bass), Bill Davidson (drums), Erich Harbowy (gtr, keyboards). Write P.O. Box 7623, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. E-mail info[AT]bookwasbetter.com. Web: www.bookwasbetter.com.

    The Boomerangs.

    New project born out of The Shanks, Ten High and The Watusies plays bluesy garage rock. Dan Mulholland (voc, mouth organ, maracas), Tom Sugar Robbins (bass), R. Baker (gtr), Adam Berg (drums). E-mail boomerangs[AT]comcast.net. Web: home.comcast.net/~boomerangs/.

    Bop Culture.

    Intense, fiery modern jazz. Rick Roe (piano), Mark Byerly (trumpet), Bill Higgins (drums), Paul Keller (bass). Contact Rick Roe. Phone (734) 944-0411. E-mail roejazz[AT]att.net. Web: www.pkorecords.com.

    Born Hammers.

    Band plays classic and contemporary rock covers and originals. Justin Lemley (gtr, voc), Keith Paul (voc, gtr), Dave Ziemba (drums), Joe Arozarena (bass). Phone (734) 434-6806. E-mail bornhammers[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.bornhammers.com.

    The Bottom 99.

    Original heavy metal blues, moody ballads and psychedelia. Oliver Blades (gtr), Charlie Daytona (bass), Karl LaFong (drums), Stella Magdalen (voc). E-mail stellamagdalen[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.myspace.com/thebottom99.

    Dave Boutette.

    Ann Arbor songwriter with one foot in the traditions of American acoustic music, one foot in the rock radio of his youth and one foot in his mouth. Dave Boutette (gtr, voc). Contact Embassy Hotel Records. Phone (517) 881-9781. E-mail dave[AT]embassyhotelrecords.com. Web: www.embassyhotelrecords.com.

    The Boychoir of Ann Arbor.

    Acclaimed choir for musically gifted boys ages 7-18 performs sacred and secular music. Phone (734) 663-5377. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail office[AT]aaboychoir.org. Web: www.aaboychoir.org.

    Mike Boyd & the Genesee Ramblers.

    Multi-instrumentalist from The Triggers and The Rants plays a mixture of blues, country and rock. Mike Boyd (gtr, bass, drums), Pat Knight (bass). Contact Embassy Hotel Records. Phone (517) 881-9781. E-mail boyd[AT]embassyhotelrecords.com. Web: www.embassyhotelrecords.com.

    Robert Bradley & Blackwater Surprise.

    Soulful blues and rock. Robert Bradley (voc), Matt Ruffino (gtr), Russ Epker (gtr), Ryan Pardington (bass), Randy Sly (keyboards). Contact Vanguard Records. E-mail publicity[AT]vanguardrecords.com. Web: www.bellybone.net.

    The Brain Saw.

    Detroit band plays horror metal, featuring former members of metal band Thrall, including Karen Neal of garage rock band Queen Bee. Mike Hard (voc), Scott Kodrik (gtr), Johnnie Johnson (gtr), Karen Neal (bass), Nick L. (drums). E-mail thrall23[AT]juno.com. Web: www.thebrainsaw.com.

    The Brakemen.

    Eclectic Detroit band led by pianist Jon Milan and Detroit Music Menu Cafe owner Richard Pinkerton offers a powerful and socially conscious blues, rock, folk and jazz mix with an emphasis on lyrics. Jon Milan (piano), Richard Pinkerton (voc), Scott Clauser (gtr, mandolin, percussion), Lou Simon (gtr), John Dunn (bass), Todd Glass (drums, percussion), Phillip J. Hale (keyboards). Contact Matt Lee. Phone (248) 584-3715. E-mail bixokeh[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.thebrakemen.net.

    Broadzilla.

    Supercharged rock 'n' roll. Rachel May (gtr, voc), Kim Essiambre (bass), Angie Manly (drums). Write P.O. Box 592, Royal Oak, MI 48068. E-mail broadzillabooking[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.broadzilla.net.

    The Brothers Groove.

    Radio-friendly hooks and tight, layered sound features smooth groove rock, funk, jazz and soul. Chris Codish (voc, organ, synth), John Dunn (bass, voc), Erik Gustafson (gtr, sitar, voc), Skeeto Valdez (drums, voc). Contact Chris Codish. Phone (313) 617-9510. E-mail chris[AT]thebrothersgroove.com. Web: www.thebrothersgroove.com.

    Bill Brovold.

    A veteran of the Rhys Chatham Ensemble, guitarist, painter and composer Brovold experiments. Bill Brovold (gtr, bass, percussion). Contact Bill Brovold. E-mail billbrovold[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.tzadik.com.

    Sari Brown.

    Singer/songwriter pursues truth and wisdom with unique vocalizations, percussive guitar playing and poetic lyrics centered on politics, storytelling and personal encounters. Sari Brown (voc, gtr). E-mail saribrown1[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.saribrown.com.

    Marco Bruschtein.

    'Fungadelic' blues, progressive rock and acoustic fusion from former Pete Moss & the Fungis guitarist.

    Bugs Beddow Band.

    Trombonist Bugs leads a Detroit party blues band. Bugs Beddow (trombone, flute, voc), Duffy King (gtr, voc), Glenn Olds (bass, voc), Jim Pryor (drums, voc), Robert Reeves (sax). Phone (248) 546-BUGS. Write P.O. Box 240411, Orchard Lake, MI 48324-0411. E-mail bugs[AT]bugsbeddow.com. Web: www.bugsbeddow.com.

    Chris Buhalis.

    Singer/songwriter expounding on true justice and the like. Chris Buhalis (gtr, voc, harmonica). Phone (734) 222-9444. Write P.O. Box 2896, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-2896. E-mail cbuhalis[AT]ic.net.

    Bull Halsey.

    Chelsea band plays electric urban blues. Wally Schmid (gtr, voc), Garth Girard (bass, voc), David Oesterle (drums). E-mail bullhalseyblues[AT]yahoo.com.

    Bump.

    Detroit funk rock band blends soul, pop, jazz and reggae. Clint Carpenter (drums), Yorg Keraiotis (voc, keyboards, gtr), Eric Novak (bass), Chris Sterr (gtr, voc). Contact Simon Says Booking. Phone (413) 772-8686. E-mail bumpmail[AT]bumpgroove.com. Web: www.bumpgroove.com.

    Busy Signal.

    Rock and punk played with intensity, integrity and passion. Dan (voc, gtr), Ted (bass), Dwayne (gtr). Phone (734) 945-8112. E-mail dwest1134[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.busysignal.us.

    The Buzzrats.

    Band performs psychedelic folk rock. Steve Leggett (gtr, voc, organ), Vino Veasley (gtr), Dan Allen (drums), Charlie Murphy (drums), Phil Tepley (gtr), Rob Crozier (bass, harmonica). Phone (734) 461-1574. Write P.O. Box 4551, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. E-mail thebuzzrats[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.thebuzzrats.com.

    The Cadillac Cowboys.

    Popular at Mr. Flood's Party in the 1970s, Ann Arbor's celebrated Western swing band offers classic country, boogie-woogie and rock 'n' roll. Michael Smith (gtr, voc), Pete Falkenstein (keyboards, voc), Hugh Huntley (drums), Gary Munce (bass, voc), Alan Pagliere (pdl steel gtr, voc), Jim Larzalere (gtr). E-mail booking[AT]cadillaccowboys.com. Web: www.cadillaccowboys.com.

    Calling Marvin.

    With layered guitars, intelligent lyrics and a strongly defined rhythm section, this tight Detroit band indulges in the classic rock sound with a twist. Cole Garlick (gtr, voc), Dan Bickel (bass, voc), Mark Ross (drums), Dave Humphreys (gtr, voc). E-mail marvingarlak[AT]sbcglobal.net. Web: www.callingmarvin.com.

    Scott Campbell.

    Multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and songwriter offers psychedelic folk rock. Scott Campbell (gtr, keyboards, voc). E-mail campbellguitars[AT]aol.com. Web: www.s-campbell.com.

    Annie & Rod Capps.

    Duo offers Midwestern urban folk. Annie Capps (voc, gtr), Rod Capps (gtr, banjo, mandolin), Christine Schinker (percussion, voc). Contact Maynard Music. Phone (734) 330-5226. Write P.O. Box 329, Chelsea, MI 48118. E-mail info[AT]maynardmusic.com. Web: maynardmusic.com.

    James Carter.

    The Downbeat Critics Poll choice for baritone saxophone for three years running, this native Detroit saxophonist who studied under Detroit trumpet legend Marcus Belgrave and played with Lester Bowie performs lyrical jazz in a dizzying variety of styles. James Carter (bar sax, clarinet, flute). Contact Cynthia Herbst. E-mail cynthia[AT]aiartists.com. Web: www.jamescarteronline.com.

    Cash O'Reilly & the Downright Daddies.

    Jackson band plays rockabilly. Cash O'Riley (voc, gtr), Jonny Itch (sax, voc), Slim Stickman (drums, voc). Contact American Wax Records. Write P.O. Box 1705, Jackson, MI 49204. E-mail khelms[AT]mmrglansing.com. Web: www.cashoriley.com.

    Chain Reaction.

    Eclectic yet mainstream band concocts a refreshing blend of rock and blues heavy on melody and musicianship and light on the bombast. Bob Drozdzewski (gtr), Eric Harabadian (voc, gtr), John Christy (bass), Boyd Baumgartner (drums). Contact Eric. Phone (313) 516-5937. Write 21711 Beachcrest, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127. E-mail chainre[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.chainreactionband.com.

    Chapstik.

    Ypsilanti band mixes metal, rockabilly and punk. E-mail leighton[AT]glori5.com. Web: www.ypsirocks.com/chapstik.html.

    Charlevoix.

    East Lansing punk power pop band features members of Lovesick and Small Brown Bike. Katy Carolan (gtr, voc), Nikkie Margosian (bass, voc), Dan Jaquint (drums). E-mail charlevoix[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.charlevoixrock.com.

    Chef Chris & the Nairobi Trio.

    Vocalist and blues harpist who played for the Chisel Brothers and The Witch Doctors leads a raucous blues band. 'Chef' Chris Sirvinskis (voc, harp), 'Sir' Tim Duvalier (gtr), 'Brother' Bill Lewis (bass), Vinnie 'D-Cobra' Dombrowski (drums). Contact Chris Sirvinskis. Phone (734) 395-9767. E-mail chefchris[AT]chefchrisblues.com. Web: www.chefchrisblues.com.

    The Chelsea House Orchestra.

    Young musicians perform high-energy Celtic and world music on traditional instruments. Jed Fritzemeier (director). Contact Nancy Fritzemeier. Phone (734) 475-1957. Write P.O. Box 56, Chelsea, MI 48118. E-mail booking[AT]chelseahouseorchestra.org. Web: www.chelseahouseorchestra.org.

    The Chenille Sisters.

    Acclaimed local female vocal pop trio adds a little humor to classic Andrews Sisters' style. Connie Huber (voc, gtr), Cheryl Dawdy (voc), Grace Morand (voc). Contact Cantoo Records. Phone (800) 830-1919. Write P.O. Box 8001, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. E-mail info[AT]cantoorecords.com. Web: www.thechenillesisters.com.

    Chrome Mali.

    Driving drunk, the Replacements hit Prince on the way to an Aerosmith show: punk, funk and hard rock. Franky 'Hollywood' Bennett (voc, gtr), Vickie Hinz (bass, voc), Dave 'Angel' Jameson (gtr, voc), Andy Hardy (drums, voc). Contact Frank Bennett III. Phone (734) 623-7557. Write 321 8th St. Apt. 2, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. E-mail info[AT]chromemali.com. Web: www.myspace.com/chromemali.

    City Goat.

    Soulful, thoughtful and raucous alternative country band mixes a rich brew of country, bluegrass, folk, blues, funk, jazz and rock. Web: www.citygoat.com.

    Close Embrace of the Earth.

    Jazz trio performs free improvisation. Lenni Bukowski (woodwinds, clarinet), Mike Khoury (violin), Piotr Michalowski (sax, clarinet). E-mail nanibgal[AT]netscape.net. Web: www-personal.umich.edu/~piotrm/close.html

    Corndaddy.

    Alternative country, alternative rock and folk rock stirred by winds from Liverpool and California. Kevin Brown (voc, gtr, harmonica), Jud Branam (voc, gtr), Jerry Hancock (bass), Will Stewart (drums, voc, gtr), Alan Pagliere (pdl steel gtr, voc). E-mail kernel[AT]corndaddy.com. Web: www.corndaddy.com.

    Lucciana Costa.

    Young Dobro guitarist and vocalist performs country and roots music. Lucciana Costa (resonator gtr, voc). Phone (810) 599-0137. E-mail lucciana[AT]costaproductions.com. Web: www.costaproductions.com/lucciana/index.htm.

    Counter Cosby.

    Ann Arbor band plays sarcastic progressive metal and rock. Arotothen (gtr, voc), Langel (bass, voc), O'Neill (drums, voc). Web: countercosby.com.

    The Cowcatchers.

    Authentic American roots rock band blends folk, blues, country, R&B, jazz and a world beat. Alan Bell (gtr, voc), T.V. Silvia (bass), Johnny Rasmussen (gtr), Chris Rocco (gtr), Eric Williams (keyboards, sax). Contact T.V. Silvia. Phone (734) 662-7866. E-mail tvsilvia[AT]provide.net. Web: skcowcatchers.com.

    Carl Craig.

    The founder of the Detroit Electronic Music Festival and the head of Detroit's influential Planet E Communications techno recording label creates soulful, driving and thoughtful dance music with funk, hip-hop and even jazz influences. Carl Craig (electronics, turntables). Contact Planet E Communications. E-mail info[AT]planet-e.net. Web: www.planet-e.net.

    Penelope Crawford.

    Internationally acclaimed as one of America's master performers on the harpsichord and fortepiano. Penelope Crawford (harpsichord, fortepiano). Contact Great Lakes Performing Artists Associates. Phone (734) 665-4029. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail info[AT]greatlakespaa.org. Web: www.greatlakespaa.org.

    Crud.

    Revved-up, industrial-fueled rock laden with nasy guitar riffs, crunching electronic beats and taunting vocals. Vin (voc), Danielle Arsenault (bass), David Black (gtr), Jimmy Paluzzi (drums). Phone (248) 797-2348. E-mail cruddetroit[AT]aol.com. Web: www.myspace.com/cruddetroit.

    The Cult Heroes.

    Formed in 1978, this Detroit/Ann Arbor band offers punk rock with tuned guitars and coherent chordal progressions. Hiawatha (voc), James Conway, Jr. (gtr), Terry Ivan (bass), Nikki Savage (drums). Write P.O. Box 2392, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-2392. E-mail thecultheroes[AT]thecultheroes.com. Web: www.thecultheroes.com.

    Dabrye.

    An alias of electronic artist Tadd Mullinix, Dabrye explores hip-hop with an ear for forward-thinking production and rhythms. Tadd Mullinix (electronics). Contact Ghostly International Records. E-mail booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.dabrye.com.

    Daisy May.

    Big Rapids songwriter offers heartfelt, thought-provoking folk with a little bit of country. Daisy May (gtr, voc). E-mail daisymay[AT]erliwine.net. Web: www.erlewine.net/daisymay.

    The Damn Bandits.

    Band plays catchy rock with a Southern influence. Eron Schrock (gtr, voc), John Voorhess (bass, voc), Patrick Schrock (drums, voc). Phone (810) 923-8475. Write 122 S. Hamilton, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. E-mail pat[AT]thedamnbandits.com. Web: www.thedamnbandits.com.

    DSM.

    Energetic folk rock duo blends catchy, original melodies with witty lyrics for a performance with rhythm, style and humor. Aaron Toronto (voc, gtr), Chris Hedley (voc, gtr). Contact Aaron Toronto. E-mail aktvoices[AT]aol.com. Web: www.damnsexyman.com.

    James Dapogny's Chicago Jazz Band.

    Pianist Dapogny leads a jazz band highlighting classic early 1900s ragtime, New Orleans and Chicago jazz. James Dapogny (piano). E-mail jdapogny[AT]umich.edu.

    Darktown Saints.

    Ann Arbor band plays powerful, raw rock featuring a Chapman Stick. Drew DeFour (piano, voc), Phil Bossenberger (drums, voc), Jay Golden (electric violin, voc), Aaron Wolf (Chapman Stick, voc). Phone (734) 996-3934. Write 745 Packard, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail dts[AT]darktownsaints.com. Web: www.darktownsaints.com.

    Thornetta Davis.

    Commanding Detroit vocalist belts out the blues and cries with soul. Thornetta Davis (voc), Brett Lucas (gtr), Todd Glass (drums), Gary Jibilian (bass), Phil Hale (keyboards). Phone (313) 516-4084. Write P.O. Box 14112, Detroit, MI 48214. E-mail bessieblues[AT]aol.com. Web: www.thornettadavis.com.

    Matthew Dear.

    Detroit DJ spins funky minimal techno. Matthew Dear (turntable). Contact Ghostly International. E-mail dado[AT]ghostly.com, booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.matthewdear.com.

    Deep Space Six.

    Positive-energy, psychedelic, improvisational originals and covers with rock 'n' roll, blues, jazz and country influences. Sean Rogers (voc, gtr), Steve Ruderman (gtr, voc), Will Osler (drums, voc), Jim Carey (drums, voc), Dave Levy (keyboards, gtr, voc), Josh Zalev (bass, voc), John Lyle (bass, voc). Contact Steve. Phone (810) 231-4344. Web: www.deepspacesix.com.

    Ryan DeHues.

    Born of parents who sang in famous choral group Fred Waring & the Pennsylvanians and the winner of Pat Boone's contest for America's Next Great Crooner, celebrated young jazz vocalist from Chesaning interprets popular American song and jazz classics. DeHues follows his passion for legendary singers such as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin and Mel Torme. Ryan DeHues (voc). Phone (989) 845-5556. Write P.O. Box 456, Chesaning, MI 48616. E-mail info[AT]ryandehues.com. Web: www.ryandehues.com.

    Delta 88.

    Eclectic alternative country band roams from fist fights to haiku. Danny Kline (voc, gtr), Alex Anest (gtr), John Sperendi (bass), Matt Jones (drums). Phone (419) 494-8058. E-mail danny_kline[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.delta88music.com.

    Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones.

    Guitarist Deming leads a traditional blues and swing music band. Doug Deming (gtr, voc), Bob Connor (bass), Charlie Koltak (drums), Greg 'Fingers' Taylor (harmonica, voc). Contact DemBlues Productions. Phone (586) 598-0820. E-mail doug[AT]dougdeming.com. Web: www.dougdeming.com.

    Demolition Doll Rods.

    Exhibitionist Detroit band plays garage rock and punk. Margaret 'Doll Rod' (voc, gtr), Danny 'Doll Rod' (gtr, voc), Christine 'Doll Rod' (drums). Write P.O. Box 211012, Detroit, MI 48221. E-mail demolitiondollrods[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.nestorindetroit.com/Demolition Doll Rods/demolition_doll_rods1.htm.

    Jason Dennie.

    Praised by Will Ackerman of Windham Hill Records as 'far above the majority ... consistently engaging,' this guitarist and mandolinist blends traditional and contemporary music. Jason Dennie (gtr, mandolin). Phone (313) 535-3845. Write 18686 Olympia, Redford, MI 48240. E-mail jason[AT]jasondennie.com. Web: www.jasondennie.com.

    Charlie Dentel.

    Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist leads an ensemble in soul, R&B and jazz originals and standards. Charlie Dentel (piano, voc, gtr), John Sperendi (bass), Ahvram Novetsky (drums). E-mail charliedentel[AT]ameritech.net. Web: www.charliedentel.com.

    Deron 5L.

    Utica singer, guitarist and keyboardist plays acoustic alternative rock with a Southern feel. 'Deron 5L' (voc, gtr, keyboards). Phone (888) 337-6655. Write P.O. Box 180902, Utica, MI 48318. E-mail hello[AT]deronfeivel.com. Web: www.deron5l.com.

    Dirt Road Logic.

    Rock band offers music from out past the lit gas station sign. Eric Kelly (gtr, voc), Paul Dlelamater (gtr, voc), John Britton (drums), Thad Strom (bass, voc). Contact Embassy Hotel Records. Phone (517) 881-9781. Write 711 S. Grinnell, Jackson, MI 49203. E-mail music[AT]embassyhotelrecords.com. Web: www.dirtroadlogic.com.

    Dirty Americans.

    Heavy rock 'n' roll from ex-Workhorse Movement members. Myron (voc), Jeff Piper (gtr), Pete Beaver (bass), Jeremiah Pilbeam (drums). Phone (313) 712-9300. E-mail meckstein[AT]tmo.blackberry.net. Web: www.dirtyamericans.com.

    Dirty Sheets.

    Jazz-influenced songwriter and guitarist known for luscious melodies and trenchant lyrics leads a folk rock band. Laura Russeau (voc, gtr), Craig Schoepke (gtr), Chad Rupley (drums, percussion, sound effects), Chuck Anderson (dbl bass, bass). Contact Laura Russeau. Phone (734) 646-0865.

    DJ Graffiti.

    Underground hip-hop. DJ Graffiti (turntables). Contact Martin Smith. Phone (734) 747-9692. Write 2232 S. Main St. Ste. 216, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. E-mail graffiti[AT]djgraffiti.com. Web: www.djgraffiti.com.

    Dobbins/Krahnke/Weed.

    Traditional jazz trio explores unusual material, from African themes to pop. Tad Weed (piano), Kurt Krahnke (bass), Sean Dobbins (drums, percussion). E-mail tweed5555[AT]aol.com. Web: www.tadweed.com.

    The Dodworth Saxhorn Band.

    Premier 19th-century brass concert band. Phone (734) 663-9634. Write P.O. Box 130412, Ann Arbor, MI 48113. E-mail info[AT]dodworth.org. Web: www.dodworth.org.

    Kitty Donohoe.

    Influenced by British Celtic rock and blues, lyrical songwriter and vocalist offers soaring, poetic Irish and American folk. Kitty Donohoe (gtr, voc). E-mail kittydonohoe[AT]aol.com. Web: www.kittydonohoe.com.

    Drivin' Sideways.

    Veterans of the Ann Arbor music scene play highly danceable classic country, psychobilly, rockabilly and rock 'n' roll. Pete Ferguson (voc), George Bedard (gtr, voc), Chris Goerke (bass, voc), Mark Newbound (drums), Jim King (keyboards, voc), Mark O'Boyle (pdl steel gtr). Contact Chris Goerke. Phone (734) 662-7154. E-mail drivinsideways[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.drivinsideways.com.

    Dropjaw.

    Aggressive, melodic post-punk with elements of emo and hard-core. Erik Fortman (voc), Steve Rhoades (drums), Karl Sturk (bass), Scott Rhoades (gtr). Phone (517) 256-6313. E-mail band[AT]dropjaw.org.

    Chad Dube.

    Acoustic guitarist from the Upper Peninsula plays well-crafted, mature folk rock. Chad Dube (gtr, voc). Contact Spinout Records. Phone (218) 724-7433. Write P.O. Box 3341, Duluth, MN 55803. E-mail spinout[AT]chartermi.net. Web: www.spinoutrecords.com.

    Dune Buggy Attack Battalion.

    Ypsilanti band plays psychedelic folk rock. Jet Jaguar (voc, gtr, harmonica), Del Delmoni (gtr, Theremin), J-Roc (bass), DeGuello (drums). Contact Andy. Phone (734) 481-9264. Write P.O. Box 980521, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. E-mail dunebuggyab[AT]aol.com.

    Duo Forza.

    Violin and guitar duo offers attractive and varied programs of virtuoso Italian works, music of Spain and Latin America, and Baroque music. Movses Pogossian (violin), Matthew Ardizzone (gtr). Contact Great Lakes Performing Artists Associates. Phone (734) 665-4029. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail info[AT]greatlakespaa.org. Web: www.greatlakespaa.org.

    Dykehouse.

    Ann Arbor electronic artist crafts melodic, contemplative, intelligent dance music electronica mixed with guitar rock, shoe-gazer indie rock, pop and funk. Mike Dykehouse (electronics, gtr). Contact Ghostly International. E-mail dado[AT]ghostly.com, booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.ghostly.com.

    The Easy Street Jazz Band.

    Cornetist Paul Klinger leads a Dixieland jazz band. Paul Klinger (cornet). Phone (734) 971-3426. E-mail pklinger[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.pkorecords.com.

    Ectomorph.

    Gillen and friends create sensual improvisational electronics, drawing heavily on electro. Brendan Gillen (electronics), Erika (synth). Contact Interdimensional Transmissions. Write P.O. Box 8298, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. E-mail info[AT]star67.com. Web: www.star67.com.

    El Boxeo.

    Quirky Livonia band plays pop rock. Lisa Norton (violin, voc), Danny Sperry (drums), Zach Norton (bass). Contact Zach Norton. E-mail el_boxeo[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.elboxeo.com.

    The Elevations.

    Guitarist and saxophonist Ben Mancell leads a fiery young Detroit soul band inspired by Stax and Motown soul and featuring an all-star punk and indie rock roster. Ben Mancell (gtr, alto sax), Eric Stollsteimer (gtr, vibraphone), Jim AugÎ (bass), Joel Devonshire (drums), Gabe Heiss (tnr sax), Jason Ledbetter (trumpet), Jerry Berlongieri (keyboards), Sean Ike (voc), Erika Herron (voc). Contact Lynn Sands. Phone (248) 346-5184. E-mail LynnSands[AT]aol.com. Web: www.detroitsoul.com.

    Geoffrey Esty.

    Jazz, classical and rock guitar, solo and ensemble. Geoffrey Esty (bass gtr, gtr). Phone (734) 973-6081. Write P.O. Box 130761, Ann Arbor, MI 48113.

    Steve Fentriss.

    Percussionist takes the energy of jazz and pours it into catchy, popular melodies, using his voice and sense of humor to deliver catchy messages over swinging music. Steve Fentriss (drums). Contact Steve Fentriss. E-mail steve[AT]fentriss.com. Web: www.fentriss.com.

    Five Guys Named Moe.

    Eclectic mix of swing, ranging from old vocal standards to jazz instrumentals, Western swing, free-wheeling be-bop and more. Myron Grant (voc, gtr, harmonica), Eric Nyhuis (percussion), Jake Reichbart (gtr, voc), Mary Seelhorst (voc, fiddle), Erin Zurbuchen (bass). Contact Great Lakes Performing Artists Association. Phone (734) 665-4029. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail info[AT]greatlakespaa.org. Web: www.greatlakespaa.org.

    The Fluoride Program.

    Rock 'n' roll band creates a sometimes dreamy, sometimes abrasive sonic canvas. Steve Bekkala (drums, voc), Justin King (gtr, voc), Steve Motrinc (bass, voc), Dmitri Vada (voc, gtr). E-mail info[AT]thefluorideprogram.com. Web: www.thefluorideprogram.com.

    Fonn Mor.

    Formerly known as Central Sun, this band offers driving Celtic rock fusion. Curt Tramel (voc, gtr, banjo), Rick Stubbs (bass), Michele Venegas (violin), Mike Kirkpatrick (gtr), Aaron Miller (drums, bodhr‡n), Carolyn Koebel (percussion). Contact Curt Tramel. Phone (269) 979-3802. E-mail fonnmhor[AT]cs.com. Web: www.fonnmhor.com.

    Fourth Wish.

    Ensemble offers West Coast-influenced cool jazz. John Margerum-Leys (sax, flute), Tyler Driskill (piano), Rich Rickman (bass), Kaamran Hafeez (drums). Contact John Margerum-Leys. Phone (734) 424-3700. E-mail jonml[AT]fourthwish.biz. Web: www.fourthwish.biz.

    Stewart Francke.

    Known for 'Kiss Kiss Bang Bang' and 'Upon Seeing Simone,' lyrical songwriter offers soulful, Midwestern roots rock. Stewart Francke (voc, gtr, piano). Contact Pete Wurdock. Phone (248) 872-5381. Write P.O. Box 7025, Huntington Woods, MI 48070. E-mail pete[AT]stewartfrancke.com. Web: www.stewartfrancke.com.

    Free Funk.

    Percussionist Muruga leads an eneregetic and spiritual band with the freedom of jazz and the heart beat of funk. Muruga has worked with guitarist Jerry Garcia and keyboardist Merl Saunders of the Grateful Dead, George Clinton & P-Funk, Weather Report and clarinetist Perry Robinson. Muruga Booker (percussion, accordion), Shakti Booker (voc, percussion), Ken Kozora (synth, trumpet, flute), Richard Smith (bass), Ralph Koziarski (sax, flute, synth), George Kerby (gtr, voc), Belita Woods (voc), Perry Robinson (clarinet). Phone (734) 973-0149. E-mail murugabooker[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.murugabooker.com.

    The Friars.

    A subset of the UM Men's Glee Club, this high-energy a cappella octet focuses on entertainment and humor. Gavin Bidelman (tenor voc), Phil Schettenhelm (tenor voc), Jon Zande (tenor voc), Eric Emeott (tenor voc), Stephen Gilson (bass voc), Joshua Ethan Sanchez (bass voc), Michael Cromwell (bass voc), Greg Jaffe (bass voc). E-mail um.friars[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.umfriars.com.

    FUBAR.

    Good time music for happy people. Randy Tessier (gtr, voc), Sophia Hanifi (voc), Andy Adamson (keyboards, voc), Omi Werth (bass), Jim Carey (drums), Dave Cavender (trumpet, harmonica). Contact Randy. Phone (734) 996-0746. E-mail rlt[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.thisisfubar.com.

    The Fusionauts.

    Trio offers organic, electronic, new age trance music. Ken Kozora (Zendrum), Ray Kozora (gtr), Wes Teregan (Chapman Stick). Contact Ken. Phone (734) 218-1515. E-mail info[AT]thefusionauts.com. Web: www.thefusionauts.com.

    Galliard Brass Ensemble.

    Classical brass ensemble performing concerts, weddings and private functions since 1968. Contact Charles Larkins, Jr.. Phone (734) 995-5688. E-mail GalliardBrass[AT]pobox.com.

    Katie Geddes & the Usual Suspects.

    Alt folk, country folk & folk gospel, traditional and contemporary, performed by really neat folks. When not doing her own gigs, Katie moonlights with folk rock legend Melanie. Katie Geddes (voc), Mike Fedel (gtr, voc), Mark Brokaw (gtr, voc), Tom Wachterhauser (bass, piano, drums). Write P.O. Box 191, Grass Lake, MI 49240. E-mail suspects_mail[AT]fedel.com. Web: www.fedel.com/katiegeddesandtheusualsuspects/.

    The GelCaps.

    A cappella doo-wop music in the streetcorner style. Mike Reed (bass voc), Andy Gorney (tenor voc), Steve Tucker (tenor voc), Timm Richardson (tenor voc), Diego Febres-Cordero (baritone-bass voc). Contact Mike Reed. Phone (517) 529-4704. Write 90 Crispell Lake Rd., Clark Lake, MI 49234. E-mail info[AT]thegelcaps.com. Web: www.thegelcaps.com.

    Gemini.

    Parents' Choice magazine and American Library Association award-winning twin brothers offer original and global traditional folk music for children and the whole family. Sandor Slomovits (voc, gtr, bones), Laszlo Slomovits (voc, fiddle, mandolin). Contact Gemini. Phone (800) 317-9929. Write 2000 Penncraft Ct., Ann Arbor, MI 48103. E-mail info[AT]geminichildrensmusic.com. Web: www.geminichildrensmusic.com.

    Norma Gentile.

    Sound shaman offers mystical medieval and modern healing chants with Tibetan singing bowls and overtone chant. Norma Gentile (voc). Contact Healing Chants. Phone (734) 330-3997. Write P.O. Box 971020, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. E-mail norma[AT]healingchants.com. Web: www.healingchants.com.

    The Ghettobillies.

    Former Ann Arbor band now based in Chicago performs funky, bluesy, tongue-in-cheek stadium rock. Robbie 'Reverend C. Cobb' Conaway (voc), Derek 'Pope D. Licious' Krame (gtr, voc), John 'Holy' Maloney (drums), Matt 'Bong' Longbons (bass). Contact Robbie Conaway. E-mail novobooking[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.ghettobillies.com.

    Gerard Gibbs & ORGANized Crime.

    Influenced by organists Richard 'Groove' Holmes and Jimmy Smith, who both taught him some of their techniques, innovative Detroit Hammond B-3 organist Gibbs leads a jazz ensemble. Gerard Gibbs (organ), Perry Hughes (gtr), Brother Jabari (drums). Phone (313) 407-7477. E-mail gerard[AT]gerardgibbs.com. Web: www.gerardgibbs.com/ORGANizedCrime.html.

    Howard Glazer and the EL 34s.

    Guitarist Glazer leads a blues power trio hot as a vacuum tube. Howard Glazer (gtr, voc), Bob Godwin (bass, voc), Charles Stuart (drums). Contact Howard Glazer. E-mail howardglazer13[AT]aol.com. Web: www.howardglazer.com.

    Global Jazz Trio.

    Fiery saxophonist Hershberger leads an ensemble in spirited, traditional global jazz. Mark Hershberger (sax), Muruga Booker (percussion), Richard Smith (bass). Contact Mark Hershberger. Phone (734) 476-0611. E-mail mhhersh[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.globaljazztrio.com.

    Glori5.

    Originally formed as a tribute to New York punk rock band The Morning Glories, this Ypsilanti indie rock band mixes grunge, power pop and experimental rock. Jennifer A, Brian B, Leighton C M, Elvis/Erin. E-mail leighton[AT]glori5.com. Web: www.ypsirocks.com/glori5.html.

    The Great Lakes Myth Society.

    Eclectic Ann Arbor indie roots rock ensemble formerly known as The Original Brothers & Sisters of Love mixes nostalgia, lore, Appalachian music and progressive rock. T. MacDonnell Monger (voc, gtr, accordion), James Christopher Monger (voc, gtr, mandolin), Gregory Dean McIntosh (voc, gtr, banjo), J. Scott McClintock (bass, piano, cornet), Fido Kennington (drums, glockenspiel, voc). Write P.O. Box 8036, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. Web: www.greatlakesmythsociety.com.

    Grievous Angel.

    All-star Detroit funk and roots rock band features guitarist Billy Brandt from Jill Jack's band, multi-instrumentalist David Mosher of The Raisin Pickers, bassist Nolan Mendenhall and drummer Ron Pangborn. Billy Brandt (gtr, voc), Nolan Mendenhall (gtr, voc), Ron Pangborn (drums, voc). Contact Drum Dancer Records. Phone (248) 545-1232. E-mail contact[AT]drumdancerrecords.com. Web: www.drumdancerrecords.com/grievousangel/index.php.

    Jeff Guevin.

    Bassist with 16 years of playing experience specializes in jazz and also plays folk, klezmer and classical music. Phone (734) 994-0609. E-mail jeffguevin[AT]gmail.com. Web: www.myspace.com/jeffguevin.

    Jeff Haas Quintet.

    Pianist and composer Haas leads an engaging, energetic ensemble blending jazz, R&B, and global ethnic influences. Jeff Haas (piano), Marcus Belgrave (trumpet), Rob Smith (sax, trumpet), Marion Hayden (bass), Alex Trajano (drums). Contact Jeff Haas. Phone (231) 947-8307. Write 435 Second St., Traverse City, MI 49684. E-mail info[AT]jeffhaasmusic.com. Web: www.jeffhaasmusic.com.

    David Hall.

    Marimba player and showman performs. David Hall (marimba). Contact Great Lakes Performing Artist Associates. Phone (734) 665-4029. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail info[AT]greatlakespaa.org. Web: www.greatlakespaa.org.

    Khalid Hanifi.

    Map of the World, Maypops and Kiss Me Screaming singer/ songwriter performs original pop rock. Khalid Hanifi (voc, gtr), George Bedard (gtr), Oni Werth (bass). Phone (734) 930-0543. E-mail maypops[AT]mich.com.

    Kristy Hanson.

    Sincere songwriter combines a smattering of jazz guitar and classical vocal training with witty, honest lyrics. Kristy Hanson (voc, gtr). Web: www.kristyhanson.com.

    Harmonica Shah Blues Band.

    Award-winning blues artist Shah plays raw, low-down harmonica blues from Detroit. Harmonica Shah (harmonica, voc). E-mail hshahbluesband[AT]aol.com. Web: www.harmonicashah.com.

    Harms Way & the L.S.G.H. Family.

    Crunching grooves with a hip-hop flavor. 'Razor' Ray (gtr, voc, percussion), '2-Def' (bass), 'Ded' (voc), 'Bug' (voc), 'Burn-1' (drums), 'Scotty D' (turntables), 'Buckweet' (congas), 'Tito Martinez' (congas). Phone (734) 662-5531. Write 113 Felch St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103-3329. E-mail harmsway[AT]compuserve.com. Web: www.harmswaylsgh.com.

    Harpbeat.

    Engaging harpist performs educational, globally informed children's music promoting diversity, understanding and fun. Donna Novack (harp, voc). Phone (734) 439-1340. Write P.O. Box 980177, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. E-mail harpbeatrecords[AT]aol.com. Web: www.harpbeat.com.

    Odessa Harris.

    Raised in the Mississippi Delta, Detroit vocalist sings blues and jazz. Odessa Harris (voc), Johnnie Bassett (gtr), Duncan McMillan (organ), R.J. Spangler (drums), John Barron (gtr). Contact R.J. Spangler. Phone (586) 778-9344. E-mail rj[AT]spanglerbluesproductions.com. Web: www.eastlawnrecords.com.

    Edie Herrold Quartet.

    Bassist Herrold leads a strong yet sensitive group performing modern jazz, Brazilian jazz, standards and originals. Edie Herrold (bass), Robert Tye (gtr), Dale Grisa (piano), Sean Dobbins (drums). Contact Edie. Phone (734) 665-1940. Write P.O. Box 3546, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. E-mail edie[AT]ehsoundtracks.com. Web: www.ehsoundtracks.com.

    The Herrold/Gordon Small Band.

    Bassist Herrold and guitarist Gordon lead a band delivering a big sound that moves your feet, your mind and your soul with Latin, swing and funky jazz. Edie Herrold (bass), Neil Gordon (gtr), Paul Finkbeiner (trumpet), Mark Kieme (sax, flute), Sean Dobbins (drums). Contact Edie & Neil . Phone (734) 665-1940. Write P.O. Box 3546, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. E-mail edie[AT]hgsmallband.com. Web: www.hgsmallband.com.

    Al Hill Band.

    Celebrated keyboardist and guitarist leads a band in blues, soul and American roots music. Al Hill (keys, gtr, voc), Chuck Navyac (drums), Patrick Prouty (bass, voc), Kris Kurzawa (gtr, voc). Contact Al Hill. Phone (734) 668-6228. E-mail al[AT]alhillblues.com. Web: www.alhillblues.com.

    Whit Hill & the Postcards.

    Known for her work with celebrated Ann Arbor modern dance troupe People Dancing, multi-talented artist Whitley Hill leads a quirky, poetic alternative country band. Whit Hill (voc, gtr), Al Hill (keyboards, gtr, voc), Patrick Prouty (bass), Chuck Navyac (drums). Phone (734) 223-6000. E-mail whithill[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.whithill.com.

    Home From Work.

    Trio performs early jazz standards from the 1930s-'50s, featuring Sandor Slomovits of children's folk music duo Gemini, Gabe Bolkosky of the Phoenix Ensemble and Emmy Award-winning jazz composer and arranger Brian Brill. Sandor Slomovits (gtr, voc), Gabe Bolkosky (violin), Brian Brill (piano).

    Hoodang.

    Darkly wry, original American roots band draws on honky-tonk, Delta blues, bluegrass and alternative country. David Rossiter (voc, gtr, harmonica), Rich Rickman (bass). Contact David Rossiter. Phone (734) 834-3196. Write 1427 Golden Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail drossiter[AT]enlighten.com. Web: www.hoodang.com.

    Doug Horn Trio.

    Buoyant jazz saxophonist Horn and pals play authentic bebop, swing, Latin, blues and Caribbean. Doug Horn (sax, flute), Tony Viviano (piano), Kurt Krahnke (bass). Phone (734) 528-2820. E-mail digjazz[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.pkorecords.com.

    Horse Cave Trio.

    Roots rock band plays hillbilly rock 'n' roll, honky-tonk roadhouse blues and red hot rockabilly. Ron DeVore (voc, bass), Lou Simon (gtr), Tony Bizon (drums). E-mail kdev321[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.horsecavetrio.com.

    Waleed Howrani.

    Awarded the Certificate of Honor at the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition at the age of 18, virtuoso pianist performs classical music with astounding technique and lyric style. Waleed Howrani (piano). Contact Waleed Howrani. Phone (734) 663-3221.

    Hullabaloo.

    Rousing horn-driven band offers ska and Latin-influenced rock. Terry Carpenter (bass), Jim Weyman (drums), Neelesh Fernandes (trumpet, percussion), Todd Richter (gtr, percussion), Edward Vasicek (voc, gtr), Tommy Spagetti (sax, accordion), Hasaan El-Amin (percussion, voc), Alan Diez (trumpet), Laura Tew (percussion), Christopher Trombley (trumpet). Contact Jude. Phone (734) 516-0315. E-mail hullabaloo[AT]ameritech.net. Web: www.hullabaloo.cc.

    The Hummingbirds.

    Roots music duo combines twang, sweet harmonies and memorable melodies in timeless tales. Stephen Grant Wood (voc, gtr), Rachel Lynn (voc, gtr). E-mail info[AT]thehummingbirds.com. Web: www.thehummingbirds.com.

    The Hungry Ghost.

    Songwriter combines poetic folk rock, trippy electronica and and twisted moods. Blake Chen (voc, gtr, synth). Phone (800) 550-8835. E-mail ghostmedia[AT]thehungryghost.com. Web: www.thehungryghost.com.

    Lisa Hunter.

    Folk songwriter offers songs about being your truest you. Lisa Hunter (voc, gtr). Phone (734) 769-8843. E-mail swingsistersound[AT]aol.com. Web: www.lisahunter.com.

    Hush.

    One half of Da Ruckus, Detroit hip-hop MC offers a gritty portrait of Motor City. Hush (voc). Contact Paul Fishkin. Phone (310) 560-4346. E-mail hush[AT]mchush.com. Web: www.mchush.com.

    Edye Evans Hyde.

    Expressive Grand Rapids vocalist and actress who has performed with Ray Charles sings refined jazz, blues and pop. Edye Evans Hyde (voc), Michael Hyde (gtr). Phone (616) 452-5493. E-mail GtrAsap[AT]aol.com.

    Immigrant Suns.

    Eclectic, ethnic folk music that is equal parts Old World tradition and New World innovation. Plays a wide range of traditional folk and modern electric instruments. Djeto Juncaj (gtr, qyteli, cello), Joel Peterson (double bass, cello, clarinet), Ben Temkow (violin, pennywhistle, mbira), Mark Sawasky (drums, percussion, voc), Tim Holmes (tnr sax, flute), Marko Novachcoff (sax, clarinet), Frank Pahl (gtr, euphonium, harmonium). Phone (313) 567-7671. Write P.O. Box 441314, Detroit, MI 48244-1314. E-mail suns[AT]phoneticrecords.com. Web: www.phoneticrecords.com/immigrantsuns.

    The J-Cats.

    Band plays original arrangements of favorite vibrant swing music from Count Basie and Duke Ellington to Louis Prima and Ella Fitzgerald. E-mail ferrario[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.thejcats.com.

    Jill Jack.

    Detroit songwriter, guitarist and soulful vocalist seamlessly weaves together folk, rock and country. Jill Jack (voc, gtr), Billy Brandt (gtr), Nolan Mendenhall (bass), Ron Pangborn (drums). Contact Jill Jack. Phone (248) 892-3848. Write P.O. Box 201077, Ferndale, MI 48220. E-mail jill[AT]jilljack.com. Web: www.jilljack.com.

    Jacktown Hustlers.

    Ten-piece funk and hip-hop band. Victor McDermott (voc), Scott Lamaire (voc), Ted Mitchell (voc), Chadwick Picard (gtr), Darrin Matthew Voris (drums), Matt McDermott (voc). E-mail mully[AT]jacktownhustlers.com. Web: www.jacktownhustlers.com.

    James T. Cotton.

    An alias of Ann Arbor electronic artist Tadd Mullinix, Cotton offers dark, hypnotic techno. Tadd Mullinix (turntable, electronics). Contact Ghostly International. E-mail dado[AT]ghostly.com, booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.ghostly.com.

    Jamison.

    Detroit band plays R&B and funk rock with tight, unyielding rhythms and searing vocals. Fed Mangum (voc), Shaun Ma'azza (gtr, voc), Rick Coughlin (gtr, voc), Jake Mangum (keyboards, voc), Mike Wilber (bass), Erich Friebel (drums). Contact Erich Friebel. Phone (313) 409-0030. E-mail info[AT]jamisonband.com. Web: www.jamisonband.com.

    The Jealous Type.

    Lost somewhere between punk and indie. Damon Palyka (bass, voc), Bill Fantegrossi (gtr, voc), Steve Marton (drums, voc), David Scott (gtr, voc). E-mail info[AT]thejealoustype.com. Web: www.thejealoustype.com.

    Joce'lyn B & the Detroit Street Players.

    Motor City diva leads her blues and R&B band. Joce'lyn B (voc), Andrew Miles (gtr), Steve Backus (bass), Butter Hawkins (drums), Bob Simple (synth), Mike Evans (keyboards), Chris Johnson (percussion), James Payton (sax), Pete Ross (sax), Mike Dziekan (trombone), Dave Kocbus (trumpet), Eric King (voc), Sean Harris (voc), Keri Ward (voc). Phone (313) 837-2613.

    Johnson & Mayberry.

    Ensemble offers straight-ahead jazz and bossa nova. Louis Johnson (keyboards), Don Mayberry (bass), Jimmy Ryan (drums), Aivey Leigh (voc). Contact Louis Johnson. Phone (734) 476-4445. Write 4111 Timber Ridge, Ann Arbor, MI 48108. Web: www.motownbeat.com.

    Rev. Robert Jones.

    Traditional African-American styles with an emphasis on blues and spirituals. Also conducts blues education programs through 'Blues for Schools.' Robert Jones (voc, gtr, harmonica). Phone (313) 838-0507. Write P.O. Box 231244, Detroit, MI 48223-1244. E-mail robert[AT]robertbjones.com. Web: www.robertbjones.com.

    Kris K Band.

    Drawing on R&B, rock, funk and jazz with deep grooves and adventurous imorovisation, top Detroit and Ann Arbor musicians play covers from the 1970s to today. Kris Kurzawa (gtr, voc), Dale Grisa (keyboards, voc), Matt Henninger (bass), Mike Gableman (drums). Contact Kris. Phone (248) 568-2806. E-mail kurzawa1[AT]yahoo.com.

    The Keller/Kocher Quartet.

    Tight-knit, straight-ahead jazz with a tip of the hat to Lionel Hampton, George Shearing and The Modern Jazz Quartet. Paul Keller (bass), Cary Kocher (vibraphone), Phil Kelly (piano), Pete Siers (drums). Contact Paul Keller. Phone (734) 484-1217. E-mail kellermusic[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.pkorecords.com.

    The Paul Keller Ensemble.

    Three-horn jazz sextet showcases its original arrangements and material from the Great American Songbook featuring vocalist Susan Chastain. Paul Keller (bass), Ellen Rowe (piano), Sean Dobbins (drums), Paul Finkbeiner (trumpet), Keith Kaminski (sax), Chris Smith (trombone), Susan Chastain (voc). Contact Paul Keller. Phone (734) 484-1217. E-mail kellermusic[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.pkorecords.com.

    The Paul Keller Orchestra.

    Celebrated Midwestern big band expertly performs classic, obscure and original material from the entire history of jazz every Monday night at The Firefly Club. Paul Keller (bass), Duncan McMillan (piano), James Dapogny (piano), Pete Siers (drums), Susan Chastain (voc), Paul Finkbeiner (trumpet), Brandon Cooper (trumpet), Jeff Gedz (trumpet), David Caswell (trumpet), Gene Bartley (trombone), Brooks Barnes (trombone), Chris Smith (trombone), Keith Kaminski (sax), Mark Kieme (sax), Paul Klinger (sax). Contact Paul Keller. Phone (734) 484-1217. E-mail kellermusic[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.pkorecords.com.

    Eric Kelly.

    Songwriter offers country, folk, blues and American roots music covers and originals. Eric Kelly (gtr, banjo, voc). Contact Embassy Hotel Records. Phone (517) 881-9781. Write 711 S. Grinnell, Jackson, MI 49203. E-mail music[AT]embassyhotelrecords.com. Web: www.embassyhotelrecords.com.

    Kiln.

    Royal Oak experimental sound trio crafts intricate fuzz pop sound fields. Kevin Hayes, Kirk Marrison, Clark Rehberg III . Contact Ghostly International. E-mail dado[AT]ghostly.com, booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.ghostly.com.

    Michael King.

    Noted Detroit producer leads an energetic band of top session players in textured contemporary rock. Michael King (voc, gtr), Dale Grisa (keyboards), Pete Lewton (bass), Johnny Evans (sax), Danny Cox (drums), Eric Wilhelm (percussion). Write P.O. Box 2034, Birmingham, MI 48009. E-mail michael[AT]michaelkingmusic.com. Web: www.michaelkingmusic.com.

    Nancy Ambrose King.

    The First Prize winner of the Third New York International Competition for Solo Oboists performs. Nancy Ambrose King (oboe). Contact Great Lakes Performing Artist Associates. Phone (734) 665-4029. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail info[AT]greatlakespaa.org. Web: www.greatlakespaa.org.

    Kinks & the Krew.

    Veteran Ypsilanti band offers exceptional three-part harmonies with a varied repertoire of over 100 songs, from soul classics to rock bashers. T. Kinks Heiss (drums, voc), James Niemi (gtr, voc), Bruce Yager (bass, voc). Contact T. Kinks Heiss. Phone (734) 485-5677. Write 5791 Country Ln., Ypsilanti, MI 48197. E-mail tkheiss[AT]provide.net. Web: www.kinksandthekrew.com.

    Glenda Kirkland.

    Classical soprano with a warm, colorful voice and plenty of personality and charm. Glenda Kirkland (soprano voc). Contact Great Lakes Performing Artists Associates. Phone (734) 665-4029. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail info[AT]greatlakespaa.org. Web: www.greatlakespaa.org.

    Andy Kirshner.

    Composer, actor and vocalist creates engaging, topical performance art examining such issues as how fame, race and technology define human identity in modern culture. Andy Kirshner (voc, sax). Phone (734) 945-8418. E-mail andy[AT]theater-as-music.com. Web: www.theater-as-music.com.

    Jeremy Kittel Acoustic Trio.

    The 2000 U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion and the winner of the 2005 and 2006 Detroit Music Award for Outstanding Folk Artist, energetic fiddler leads an ensemble in Celtic, bluegrass and jazz. Jeremy Kittel (fiddle), Bob Gerics (gtr), Andrew Kratzat (bass). Phone (734) 369-2228. Write P.O. Box 653, Saline, MI 48176. E-mail celticfiddle[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.jeremykittel.com.

    Jeremy Kittel Jazz Quartet.

    The 2003 winner of the International Association for Jazz Education Award for Best Alternative String Jazz Performance, creative violinist Kittel leads a vibrant contemporary jazz ensemble. Jeremy Kittel (violin), John Nam (keyboards), Andrew Kratzat (bass), Chad Hochberg (drums). Phone (734) 369-2228. Write P.O. Box 653, Saline, MI 48176. E-mail celticfiddle[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.jeremykittel.com.

    Knee Deep Shag.

    Wild, funky electric rock. Matt Gross (voc), Phil Barry (gtr), Jeff Moehle (drums), Mike (bass), Rob Cookman (keys). Contact Live Entertainment. Phone (317) 475-9975. E-mail hilorecords[AT]earthlink.net. Web: www.kneedeepshag.com.

    Mady Kouyate.

    An apprentice of Mali's virtuoso kora player Toumani DiabatÎ, Senegalese oral historian Kouyate performs traditional manding music of Mali on a 21-string harp-like African lute known as the kora. Mady Kouyate (kora, voc). Web: www.memoryofafricanculture.org/madykouyate.html.

    Jan Krist.

    Vocally gifted Detroit-area singer/songwriter praised by Billboard magazine offers thoughtful folk. Jan Krist (voc, gtr). Web: www.jankrist.net.

    Audra Kubat.

    Influenced by jazzy folk legends Joni Mitchell and Nick Drake, the founder of Detroit rock band Stunning Amazon offers intimate folk material about freedom and empowerment. Audra Kubat (voc, gtr). Contact Stirling. Phone (313) 717-7600. Write 1490 Iroquois, Detroit, MI 48214. E-mail info[AT]audrakubat.com. Web: www.audrakubat.com.

    Kung Fu Diesel.

    Rockabilly soul. Jason Peek (gtr, voc), Bobby Webb (bass, voc), Conan Furtwangler (drums). Phone (517) 531-8900. Write P.O. Box 153, Parma, MI 49269. Web: www.kungfudiesel.com.

    Adam Labeaux.

    Fierce acoustic guitarist with a soulful voice fuses jazz, folk, funk, soul and rock. Adam Labeaux (gtr, voc). Phone (810) 494-5490. E-mail adamlabeaux[AT]hotmail.com.

    Lady Sunshine & the X Band.

    Hot R&B smokin' funk, and down-home blues, Lady Sunshine and the X Band will light up your night. Lady Sunshine (voc), Rick Humesky (gtr), Joe Aranda (bass), Kito Pardo (drums), 'Big Al' Haralson (trumpet), Pat Padillia (sax), Dave Maki (alto, baritone). Phone (734) 668-1783. E-mail xsatiable[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.lsxband.com.

    John D. Lamb.

    A leader of popular songwriting retreats, Lamb performs Midwestern roots rock. John D. Lamb (gtr, voc). Write P.O. Box 304, Royal Oak, MI 48068-0304. E-mail johndlamb[AT]ameritech.net. Web: www.jdlamb.com.

    Sheila Landis & Brazilian Love Affair.

    Festive ensemble blends rock, smooth jazz, Latin and Brazilian styles. Sheila Landis (voc, percussion), Rick Matle (gtr), Cliff Monear (keyboards), Dale Grisa (keyboards), John Barron (bass), Dave Taylor (drums), Dennis Sheridan (percussion). Contact Sheila Landis. Phone (248) 651-9477. Write P.O. Box 80005, Rochester, MI 48308-0005. E-mail slandis9[AT]juno.com. Web: www.sheilalandis.com.

    Sheila Landis Trio.

    Trio that sounds like a full band plays the gamut from Louis Armstrong's jazz to Bob Dylan's folk rock. Sheila Landis (voc, percussion), Rick Matle (gtr), Dennis Sheridan (drums, percussion). Contact Sheila Landis. Phone (248) 651-9477. Write P.O. Box 80005, Rochester, MI 48308-0005. E-mail slandis9[AT]juno.com. Web: www.sheilalandis.com.

    Liz Larin.

    Detroit singer, musician and producer enchants with cool, seductive alternative pop rock. Liz Larin (gtr, voc), Robert Tye (gtr), Chuck Bartels (bass), James Simenson (bass), John Dunn (bass), Dave Taylor (drums), Todd Glass (drums), Steve Nistor (drums). Contact Elizabeth Tye. Phone (248) 593-8404. Write P.O. Box 272, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303. E-mail liz[AT]lizlarin.com. Web: www.lizlarin.com.

    Larval.

    A veteran of the Rhys Chatham Ensemble, guitarist, painter and composer Brovold leads an avant-garde progressive rock band combines elements of classical structure and driving, hard-edged rock. Bill Brovold (gtr, piano), Marko Smith (drums), Kurt Zimmerman (violin), Greg Courtney (gtr), DJ (bass), Luke McCauley (sax, piano). E-mail billbrovold[AT]yahoo.com.

    The Lash.

    Turbo-driven Celtic rock from Lansing. Rob Klajda (voc, banjo, cittern), Mike Lynch (accordion, piano), Tom Beller (bass, voc), Murray Stewart-Jones (drums, voc). Phone (517) 484-1480. E-mail info[AT]thelash.com. Web: www.thelash.com.

    John Latini.

    Winner of the 2004 Metro Detroit Songwriting Contest, guitarist and vocalist from Crowbar Hotel performs soulful, smart rock. John Latini (gtr, voc). Contact Embassy Hotel Records. Phone (517) 881-9781. E-mail jonesy[AT]embassyhotelrecords.com. Web: www.embassyhotelrecords.com.

    John E. Lawrence.

    An Ypsilanti guitarist who studied under Dr. Morris Lawrence, this Washtenaw Community College instructor plays jazz. John E. Lawrence (gtr). Contact John E. Lawrence. Phone (734) 482-7993. Write P.O. Box 971454, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. E-mail jel[AT]johnelawrence.com. Web: www.johnelawrence.com.

    Like Water Drum & Dance.

    Captivating, high-energy percussion and dance troupe delivers explosive performances of traditional and original West African rhythms. Ryan Edwards (djembe, dununs, balafon), Tom Machowicz (djembe, dununs, balafon), Paul Millitello (djembe, dununs, balafon), Sundance LivingWaters (djembe, dununs, balafon), Tom Short (djembe, dununs, balafon), Eileen Quintero (djembe, dununs, balafon). Phone (734) 475-3158. Write 16867 Waterloo Rd., Chelsea, MI 48118. E-mail likewaterdrumworks[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.likewaterdrumworks.com.

    Lingua Franca.

    Flint indie rock band featuring members of acclaimed rock band May/June draws on punk, musical theater, blues, salsa, bossa nova and waltz. Stephen Wisniewski (voc, gtr), James Plouffe (bass), Mark Maynard (drums). Contact Move to Strike Booking. Phone (810) 423-8991. E-mail info[AT]thelinguafranca.com, TylerFromFlint[AT]aol.com. Web: www.thelinguafranca.com.

    Lisboa.

    Detroit band plays indie rock with a wry, subversive streak. Joe Lisboa (voc, gtr, keyboards), Matt Flaim (gtr, voc), Johnny Reynolds (bass, brass, voc), Rob Moon (drums). Phone (248) 670-6933. Write 2714 Riopelle, Detroit, MI 48207. E-mail lisboarock[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.lisboarock.com.

    Tom Loncaric & His Orchestra Featuring Paul King.

    Exhilarating and stylish vintage jazz ensemble features crooner Paul King. Tom Loncaric (piano), Peter Klaver (sax), Shannon Wade (bass), Evan Perri (gtr), Andy Conlin (drums), Paul King (voc). Phone (734) 845-7859. E-mail tomloncaric[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.tomloncaric.com.

    Los Gatos.

    Latin and jazz standards rooted in the Afro-Cuban tradition. Pete Siers (timbales), Kurt Krahnke (bass), Cary Kocher (vibraphone), Brian DiBlassio (piano), Al DiBlassio (congas). Phone (734) 665-0374. E-mail hailsteph[AT]aol.com. Web: www.pkorecords.com.

    Billy Mack & the Juke Joint Johnnies.

    Seasoned and energetic Ann Arbor band offers atomic roots rock, drawing on rockabilly, blues, swing and alternative country. Mack leads some of the area's hottest musicians after touring nationally with the Starlight Drifters. Billy Mack (voc, gtr), Kevin Winters (gtr, voc), Steve Cherne (bass, voc), Paul Koch (drums, voc). Phone (734) 498-3025. Web: www.billymackmusic.com.

    Tracy Mack.

    Raw and soulful rock. Tracy Mack (gtr, voc). Phone (734) 355-7233. E-mail tracymack[AT]tracymack.com. Web: www.tracymack.com.

    Laura MacKimmie.

    With a voice compared to Bonnie Raitt and Melanie, plucky and versatile songwriter plays music inspired by blues and rock. Laura MacKimmie (voc, gtr), Mickey Richard (gtr). Contact Hippie Spirit Records. Phone (734) 572-0141. Write P.O. Box 130894, Ann Arbor, MI 48113. E-mail laurasinging[AT]provide.net. Web: www.hippiespiritrecords.com.

    Madcat & Kane.

    An internationally famous hot harmonica virtuoso who has studied with Big Walter Horton and played with jazz pianist Dave Brubeck, Peter 'Madcat' Ruth teams up with smoldering slide guitarist Shari Kane for Delta, Chicago and jump blues, peppered with folk and jazz. Peter 'Madcat' Ruth (harmonica, voc), Shari Kane (gtr, voc). Phone (734) 761-8518. Write P.O. Box 4211, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. E-mail madcat[AT]madcatmusic.com. Web: www.madcatmusic.com.

    Madison Greene.

    Detroit band performs aggressive acoustic music drawing on Celtic, Cuban and African styles. Michael Blair (gtr, voc), Justin Webb (percussion, voc, harmonica), Leiah Webb (voc, mandolin, percussion), Jon Kliegle (woodwinds, accordion, piano), Evan Danielson (bass, percussion), Nelson Whitehorse (congas, djembe). Contact Michael Blair. Phone (313) 378-2506. E-mail michaelablair[AT]excite.com. Web: www.madisongreene.com.

    Maison Bleue.

    Formed in 2000, Ann Arbor band plays toe-tapping music of rural southwestern Louisiana, Cajun two-steps, waltzes, zydeco, swamp pop and New Orleans tunes. Garry Kaluzny (accordion, voc), Gil Simon (gtr, voc), Mary Schraffenberger (percussion, sousaphone, voc), Cole Latimer (fiddle), Kip Godwin (gtr), Tim Berla (bass), John Marion (drums). Contact Garry Kaluzny. Phone (734) 213-5209. E-mail cajunzydeco[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.michigumbo.com/maisonbleue/.

    Joseph Mancuso.

    North front man plays unruly folk and rock. Joseph Mancuso (voc, gtr). Contact Joseph Mancuso. Phone (734) 347-2607. E-mail mancuso[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.josephmancuso.com.

    MannaFest.

    With heavenly harmonies, solid musicianship and songs of substance, adult alternative band performs a spiritual, eclectic mix of pop, folk and rock. Dave Buehrer (gtr, voc), Jennifer Buehrer (voc), Bob Huffman (gtr, voc), Tracy Huffman (voc), Jim McKinsey (bass, voc), Kyle Rasmussen (drums). Phone (734) 482-0418. E-mail mannafestband[AT]aol.com. Web: www.mannafestband.com.

    The Martindales.

    Blues and blues-based originals. Brian Brickley (voc, gtr), Matt Macchiarolo (bass), Mark Boone (synth), Jon Johnson (drums), Freddie Lorenz (sax), John Linfield (trumpet). Contact Brian Brickley. Phone (734) 646-4918. Write 201 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, MI 48197. E-mail brickblues[AT]aol.com.

    Derrick May.

    Known for 'Strings of Life' and credited with co-creating techno as one of the Belleville Three, this legendary Detroit musician and head of the Transmat label offers soulful, organic electronica. Derrick May (electronics, turntables). E-mail info[AT]transmat.com, richard[AT]richardmaher.com. Web: www.transmat.com.

    Mazinga.

    Band plays maximum cosmic punk rock 'n' roll. Marc McFinn (voc), Chris 'Box' Taylor (gtr, voc), 'Big' Tony O'Farrell (bass), Jef Porkins (drums). Contact Chris Taylor. E-mail cmtbox[AT]yahoo.com. Web: mazinga.rockfiend.net.

    Melissa McClain.

    Former Ann Arbor singer/songwriter now based in Virginia showcases poetic and thoughtful lyrics inspired by literature, combined with strong, memorable melodies. Melissa McClain (voc, gtr). E-mail melissaopenchord[AT]aol.com. Web: www.melissamcclain.com.

    The Larry McCray Band.

    Lyrical guitarist and soulful vocalist leads a group in inspired electric urban blues. Larry McCray (gtr, voc), Steve McCray (drums), Johnny B. Gayden (bass), Mike Lynch (keyboards). Contact Paul Koch. Phone (989) 892-1759. E-mail booking[AT]larrymccray.com. Web: www.larrymccray.com.

    Koke McKesson.

    Influenced by soul singer Aretha Franklin, blues and folk rock singer Janis Joplin and jazz vocalist Sarah Vaughan, eclectic Jackson vocalist sings gutsy soul and jazz. Koke McKesson (voc), Dennis Therrian (piano), Ed Fedewa (bass), Lawrence Leathers (drums). Contact Peter Andrews. Phone (734) 323-0467. E-mail koke[AT]kokemckesson.com. Web: www.kokemckesson.com.

    Measure for Measure.

    EMU's Dr. Leonard Riccinto directs this men's choral society comprised of singers from communities throughout southeast Michigan. Dr. Leonard Riccinto (conductor). Phone (734) 649-SONG. Write P.O. Box 2938, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-2938. E-mail info[AT]measure4measure.org. Web: www.measure4measure.org.

    Kevin Meisel.

    Contemporary folk narratives and alternative country rock and roll. Kevin Meisel (gtr, voc). Phone (734) 383-0024. E-mail KMMmoon[AT]aol.com.

    The Carl Michel Group.

    Pushing the boundaries of jazz while striking a balance between composition and improvisation. Carl Michel (gtr), Mike Graye (alto sax), Tim Flood (bass), Bill Higgins (drums). Contact Play On Records. Phone (734) 327-4852. E-mail playonrec[AT]aol.com. Web: www.carlmichel.com.

    Michigan Chamber Brass.

    This premiere symphonic brass ensemble performs music from early Renaissance to modern jazz. Phone (734) 485-2902. E-mail michaelgrant[AT]juno.com.

    Michigan Pops Orchestra.

    Formed in 1996, the University of Michigan's 100-piece student-run and student-directed orchestra performs fully orchestrated versions of popular music favorites. Contact University Activities Center. Phone (734) 763-1107. Write 4002 Michigan Union, 520 S. State St., Box 541, Ann Arbor, MI 48109. E-mail michiganpops[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.umich.edu/~uac/mpo.

    Midwest Product.

    Clever, rock-driven electronica. Drew Schmieding (bass), Chad Pratt (drums), Ben Mullins (synth, electronics, gtr). E-mail booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.midwestproduct.com.

    The Millers.

    Ensemble offers authentic tunes and rough-sawed ballads, a fine example of unrefined music deeply rooted in pre-radio rural America. Mark Palms (fiddle, voc), Michael Zivsak (fiddle, voc), Carl Johnson (gtr), Doug Carpenter (banjo), Chuck Anderson (bass). Phone (734) 323-1761. E-mail markpalms[AT]mac.com. Web: www.themillersjam.com.

    Millish.

    Accomplished musicians from different backgrounds blend Celtic, bluegrass, country and Middle Eastern music. Jesse Mason (gtr), Tyler Duncan (uilleann pipes, whistle), Brad Phillips (mandolin, fiddle), Mike Shimmin (percussion). Phone (734) 395-5605. Write 1705 Maryfield, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. E-mail millish[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.millish.com.

    Misconduct.

    Band offers modern rock covers and a handful of originals. Brian Raus (voc, gtr, harmonica), Heidi Raus (voc, percussion), Melanie Siebert (bass, voc), Brian Tobin (gtr, voc), Pat Greve (drums). Contact Brian Raus. Phone (734) 498-3067. E-mail misconductrocks[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.myspace.com/misconductrocks.

    Mr.B.

    Boogie-woogie and classic blues piano master. Mark 'Mr. B' Braun (piano). Contact Great Lakes Performing Artists Associates. Phone (734) 665-4029. Write 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. E-mail info[AT]greatlakespaa.org. Web: www.greatlakespaa.org.

    Mr. Largebeat.

    Founded by James Largebeat Gertz, this band offers space rock with a groove. Mr. Largebeat (voc, Theremin, percussion), Mat Brzezinski (voc, drums), Lianne Clair (voc, sax, clarinet), Billy Barr (voc, gtr), Patrick Little (keyboards, synth). Phone (734) 239-6284. Write P.O. Box 7091, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. E-mail mrlargebeat[AT]yahoo.com.

    Mister Laurence.

    Songwriter performs quirky rock, stories and kids' favorites, karaoke-style with his pre-recorded back-up group, The Play Money Band. Laurence Bond Miller (voc, gtr). E-mail mlbmiller[AT]aol.com. Web: www.misterlaurence.com.

    Timothy Monger.

    Co-founder of the celebrated progressive roots rock band The Original Brothers & Sisters of Love, this guitarist, accordionist and vocalist plays indie pop. Timothy Monger (gtr, voc). Phone (734) 223-7453. E-mail tm[AT]timothymonger.com. Web: www.timothymonger.com.

    Eric Moore.

    Passionate songwriter in the white soul tradition of Van Morrison, Sting and John Martyn performs solo and with his band. Eric Moore (gtr, voc). Phone (734) 483-0122. Write 1 Oakwood St., Ypsilanti, MI 48197. E-mail emoore100[AT]hotmail.com.

    Scott Morgan's Powertrane.

    The celebrated soulful R&B rock vocalist and guitarist of Ann Arbor garage rock band The Rationals in the 1960s and Sonic's Rendezvous Band in the '70s with Fred 'Sonic' Smith of the MC5, Morgan leads a new high-energy rock band. Scott Morgan (voc, gtr), Andy Frost (drums), Chris Taylor (bass gtr), Robert Gillespie (gtr). E-mail bookings[AT]scottmorganmusic.com. Web: www.scottmorganmusic.com.

    David Mosher.

    Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist plays acoustic-tinted originals with their roots showing. He also plays with the Raisinpickers, Kitty Donohoe, Julie Austin and Wild Swan Theater. David Mosher (gtr, fiddle, mandolin). Phone (734) 604-5997. Write P.O. Box 7453, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. E-mail dmosh[AT]raisinpicker.com. Web: www.raisinpicker.com.

    Most Wanted.

    Straight-ahead power rock with finesse. Gregory Gdaniec (voc, gtr), Mark Hiser (voc, gtr), Greg Kerkes (voc, drums), Ray Bailey (voc, bass, harmonica). Phone (734) 426-2931. Write P.O. Box 396, Dexter, MI 48130. E-mail megawave[AT]ic.net. Web: www.mostwantedrocks.com.

    Motor City Beat.

    Versatile Motown veterans perform R&B, Motown soul and smooth jazz. Louis Johnson (keyboards, sax, flute), Sandy Love (gtr, trumpet), 'Motown' Larry Walton (bass), Carl Graves (drums), Lindsey Longmire (voc), Delores Harris (voc). Contact Louis Johnson. Phone (734) 996-9456. Write 4111 Timber Ridge, Ann Arbor, MI 48108. Web: www.motownbeat.com.

    The Motor City Rhythm & Blues Pioneers.

    Three legendary 1950s Detroit R&B vocalists team up for a vintage R&B revue: Kenny Martin, who worked with Sam Cooke; Stanley Mitchell of The Tornadoes and Lionel Hampton's Hamp-tones; and Joe Weaver of The Blue Note Orchestra. Joe Weaver (voc), Stanley Mitchell (voc), Kenny Martin (voc), R.J. Spangler (drums), Paul Carey (gtr), Shawn McDonald (keyboards), Mike Marshall (bass), Rick Smith (sax). Contact R.J. Spangler. Phone (586) 778-9344. E-mail rj[AT]spanglerbluesproductions.com. Web: www.spanglerbluesproductions.com.

    The Motor City Sheiks.

    Smooth hip-shakin' feel-good original jump blues. Mark Robinson (harmonica, voc), Emmanuel Garza (gtr), Greg Calder (drums), Chris Rumel (upright bass). Phone (313) 670-6627.

    Motor City Street Band.

    New Orleans-style brass band. Terry Thunder (bass, voc), Carl 'Cheez' Harris (drums), John 'T-Bone' Paxton (trombone), Dwight Adams (trumpet), Russ Miller (alto sax), Vince Humphrey (tuba), Rick Steiger (bar sax). Phone (313) 881-4108. Write P.O Box 24668, Detroit, MI 48224. E-mail rsteiger4[AT]comcast.net. Web: www.sunmessengers.com.

    Motown Rage.

    Guitarist Razor Ray and bassist Steve Berger of Ann Arbor's Harms Way fuel a rap and rock meltdown. 'Razor' Ray (gtr), Steve Berger (bass).

    Mountain Top Trio.

    Singer/song-writer and multi-instrumentalist leads an acoustic bluegrass and jazz trio. David Mosher (gtr, fiddle, mandolin). Phone (734) 604-5997. Write P.O. Box 7453, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. E-mail dmosh[AT]raisinpicker.com. Web: www.raisinpicker.com.

    Tadd Mullinix.

    Swirling, melodic and introspective intelligent techno. Tadd Mullinix (electronics). Contact Ghostly International. E-mail dado[AT]ghostly.com, booking[AT]ghostly.com. Web: www.ghostly.com.

    Murrow's Boys.

    Socially aware lyrics complement an alternative acoustic stew of folk and rock, garnished with blues. James Murphy (gtr, bass, voc), Ken Marten (harmonica), Greg Marten (gtr, bass, voc). Phone (313) 657-3706. E-mail murrowsboys[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.murrowsboys.com.

    Muruga & the Global Village Ceremonial Band.

    Percussionist Muruga leads a band which explores global music. Muruga has worked with guitarist Jerry Garcia and keyboardist Merl Saunders of the Grateful Dead, George Clinton & P-Funk, Weather Report and clarinetist Perry Robinson. Muruga Booker (percussion, accordion), Shakti Booker (voc, percussion), Ken Kozora (synth, trumpet, flute), Richard Smith (bass), Ralph Koziarski (keyboards, flute, synth), George Kerby (gtr), George Kerby (gtr), Budal Roy (tablas), Sikiru (talking drum), Belita Woods (voc), Perry Robinson (clarinet). Phone (734) 973-0149. E-mail murugabooker[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.murugabooker.com.

    Mustard's Retreat.

    Rustic and lyrical folk storytelling duo. David Tamulevich (gtr, voc), Michael Hough (gtr, voc). Phone (201) 263-9200. E-mail info[AT]therootsagency.com. Web: www.mustardsretreat.com.

    Charlie Naebeck.

    Songwriter from Distorted Moon and Almost Famous offers rich harmonies. Charlie Naebeck (gtr, drums, bass). Write P.O. Box 2594, Ann Arbor, MI 48106. E-mail charlienaebeck[AT]gmail.com. Web: www.charlienaebeck.com.

    David Nefesh.

    Folk rock singer/songwriter with strong vocals, polished guitar playing and infectious, literate lyrics offers songs from the heart. David Nefesh (voc, gtr). Phone (248) 980-8349. Write P.O. Box 721393, Berkley, MI 48072. E-mail info[AT]davidnefesh.com. Web: www.davidnefesh.com.

    New Reformation Band.

    Founded in 1970 by pianist Dave Oppermann and his brother, banjo player and guitarist Nick Oppermann, this Saginaw Dixieland jazz band plays music from the 1920s-'40s. Dave Oppermann (piano), Nick Oppermann (banjo, gtr), Dave 'Kid' Bennett (clarinet), Brady McKay (voc), Rick Bryant (drums), Keith DeWitt (trombone), Craig Hodnett (tuba, bass), Charlie Hooks (clarinet, sax, flute), Paul Klinger (sax, cornet), Dave Miller (banjo, gtr, trombone), Flip Oakes (trumpet), Vince O'Keeffe (clarinet, sax), Gene Rebeck (bass), Milt Sernick (drums), Frank Steed (bass). Phone (989) 793-0123. Write P.O. Box 1922, Saginaw, MI 48605-1922. E-mail info[AT]newref.com. Web: www.newref.com.

    Robert Spalding Newcomb.

    Minimalist, experimental and mystical composer explores subtle sonic textures with electronic augmentation, performing riveting improvisations on sitar and guitar informed by jazz, electronic music and Indian ragas. Robert Spalding Newcomb (gtr, sitar, electronics). Contact Robert Spalding Newcomb. E-mail rsn[AT]partialmusic.com. Web: www.partialmusic.com.

    Mark Nicholas.

    Keyboardist for Cosmicity performs electronic pop. Mark Nicholas (keyboards). E-mail info[AT]marknicholas.org. Web: www.marknicholas.org.

    The Nick Strange Band.

    Subversive power trio plays a variety of styles, from bluesy rock and soul to jazz and experimental pop. Daniel Orcutt (gtr, voc), Jessica Oberholtzer (voc), Andrew 'O' Schreiber (drums, percussion), Rob Crozier (bass). Web: www.nickstrange.com.

    Nineteen Point Five Collective.

    An aural and visual collage fusing basic forms of drum 'n' bass, trip-hop and techno with elements of jazz, blues and funk, with original 3D video modeling and animation mixed with found imagery, bits of broadcast history and original graphics, all played live via MIDI instruments. Mikey Brown (gtr, clarinet, harmonica), Sean Haezebrouck (turntable, electronics), Michael Madill (synth, bass), Justin Mysza (synth), John Schuchardo (video), Adam Walker (synth). Contact Planet Ant Records. Phone (313) 365-4948. Web: www.npfc.org.

    NOD.

    Deep dance groove band blends funk, rock, jazz and electronica. Ron Getz (gtr), Jeff Haas (keyboards), Matt Hayes (drums), Jay Kott (bass, electronics). Contact Jeff Haas. Phone (231) 947-8307. Write 435 Second St., Traverse City, MI 49684. E-mail info[AT]nodspace.com. Web: www.nodspace.com.

    Nomo.

    Hot horns and heavy percussion come together for an all-night dance party in this band offering funky Afro-beat trance. Elliot Bergman (sax, bass, mbira), Erik Hall (gtr, shaker), Jamie Register (bass, voc), Dan Piccolo (drums, glockenspiel), Olman Piedra (congas, cajon), Dan Bennett (bar sax, percussion), Ingrid Racine (trumpet), Justin Walter (trumpet, percussion). E-mail bergmane2[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.nomomusic.com.

    Kyle Norris.

    Image-rich, dazzling lyrics combine with a gutsy guitar style and a dedication to sucking the marrow from the bone of life's experiences. Kyle Norris (voc, gtr). Phone (734) 332-8006. E-mail imagekid[AT]yahoo.com. Web: www.kylenorris.com.

    North.

    Spirited band plays acoustic rock with an emphasis on vocal harmony, diverse orchestration and evocative songwriting. Joseph Mancuso (gtr, voc), Markus Nee (bass, voc), Christine Kapusky (flute, voc), Hans Masing (percussion), Al DiBlassio (percussion, voc). Contact Joseph Mancuso. Phone (734) 347-2607. E-mail north[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.thenorthwebsite.com.

    Northwoods Improvisers.

    Michigan ensemble formed by vibraphonist, percussionist and guitarist Mike Gilmore and bassist and percussionist Mike Johnston in 1976 as an electric garage band performs exploratory acoustic improvised music blending jazz, Native American, Middle Eastern and Indian styles. Mike Gilmore (vibraphone, marimba, voc), Mike Johnston (bass, percussion, voc), Nick Ashton (drums, percussion), Mike Carey (tnr sax, flute, bass clarinet). E-mail zwoods[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.northwoodsimprovisers.com.

    Jim Novak.

    The producer of the long-running weekly public access TV program Songwriters Open Mic, this folk singer/songwriter specializes in folk, pop, poetry and lesons in love. Jim Novak (gtr, voc). Phone (734) 747-7407. Write 1066 Knight Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103. E-mail encompassmusic[AT]comcast.net.

    Oblivion.

    Band performs breathtaking, aggressive hard rock with a melodic edge. Tres Crow (voc), Ben Umanov (gtr), Jason Evans (gtr), Nate Zamarron (bass), Scott Lauffer (drums). E-mail ben[AT]oblivionrockmusic.com. Web: www.oblivionrockmusic.com.

    One Man Army.

    MC from Pontiac's Binary Star and founder of Subterraneous Records performs underground hip-hop. One Man Army (voc). E-mail onemanarmy[AT]subterraneousrecords.com. Web: subterraneousrecords.com.

    Organissimo.

    Hammond B-3 organist Jim Alfredson leads a Lansing jazz trio that the Chicago Tribune calls 'one of the most promising organ trios in jazz' in fresh, funky and eclectic jazz. Jim Alfredson (organ), Joe Gloss (gtr), Randy Marsh (drums). Phone (517) 974-4815. E-mail info[AT]organissimo.org. Web: www.organissimo.org.

    Steve Osburn.

    Stick player offers a mix from classical to fusion. Steve Osburn (Chapman Stick). Phone (734) 662-8283. E-mail ozmusic[AT]ozmusic.com.

    Our Name Alexander.

    Indie rock. Frank Muscat (bass), Robert MacKenzie (drums), Ryan Johnson (gtr, voc). Phone (734) 657-1811. E-mail ryanaj[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.ournamealexander.com.

    Out Loud Chorus.

    Washtenaw County's lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans-gender and straight friends community choir. Phone (734) 973-6084. Write P.O. Box 7107, Ann Arbor, MI 48107. E-mail info[AT]mail.aaoutloud.org. Web: www.aaoutloud.org.

    Overtime.

    Band plays Southern-fried classic rock and funk. Richard Smith (bass, voc), Judd Boyer (gtr, voc), Jon Byrd (gtr, voc), Owen B. (electric violin), Chuck Mangus (keyboards, voc), Tom Campbell (drums, percussion). Contact Owen. Phone (734) 395-3087. E-mail owenb2rock[AT]aol.com.

    Frank Pahl.

    Avant-folk originals with souped-up Farfisa, prepared piano and homemade automatons. Frank Pahl (automatons, found objects, percussion). Phone (734) 674-9349. E-mail fpahl[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.frankpahl.com.

    Paradime.

    Fiery Motor City rapper offers hip-hop. Paradime (voc). Web: www.dimesworld.com.

    Kenny Parker Blues Band.

    A lyrical Detroit guitarist who has played with The Butler Twins, Parker leads his own band in old-fashioned electric blues. Kenny Parker (gtr). Phone (586) 212-4580. E-mail KennyKool25[AT]hotmail.com. Web: www.kennyparkerblues.com.

    Terrence Parker.

    Detroit DJ who began his career as DJ Mixmaster X in 1982 spins soulful, uplifting house. Terrence Parker (turntable). Phone (248) 506-0998. E-mail tparkermusic[AT]aol.com. Web: www.tpmusic.net.

    Pas/Cal.

    Detroit band plays indie pop. Casimer Pascal (voc), Gene Coururoy (gtr), Little Tommy Daniels (drums), Nathaniel Burgundy IV (bass), Bem (voc), Richard Panic (electronics, keyboards), Trevor Naud (gtr). E-mail info[AT]pascalgoespop.com. Web: www.pascalgoespop.com.

    Phil Ogilvie's Rhythm Kings.

    Ann Arbor favorites and Firefly Club mainstays perform 1920s-'30s hot jazz, pop and dance music using vintage charts and transcriptions with a generous helping of humor and intrigue. Directed by pianist James Dapogny, Current magazine Readers' Picks Best Jazz Artist 2004-2006. James Dapogny (piano), Chris Smith (sousaphone), Ron McDonald (gtr, banjo), Van Hunsberger (drums, percussion), Andrew Bishop (sax, clarinet), Mike Jones (sax, clarinet), Tom Bogardus (sax, clarinet), Paul Finkbeiner (trumpet), Ingrid Racine (trumpet), Gene Bartley (trombone). Contact Chris Smith. Phone (248) 446-0403. E-mail chris[AT]porkjazz.com. Web: www.porkjazz.com.

    The Phoenix Ensemble.

    Formed in 1998, this small, modular musical organization serves the Ann Arbor musical community, furthers musical education for students of all ages and performs in a variety of configurations led by executive director Gabriel Bolkosky. Hosts Ives American Festival in February, Obllivion Project in March and PhoenixPhest amateur chamber music festival in May. Phone (734) 358-2100. E-mail gbolkosky[AT]phoenixensemble.com. Web: www.phoenixensemble.com/.

    The Phoenix Ensemble's Oblivion Project.

    Musicians explore the revolutionary nuevo tango music of Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla. Peter Soave (bandoneon), Gabriel Bolkosky (violin), Derek Snyder (cello), Julien Labro (bandoneon), Tad Weed (piano), Alex Trajano (percussion), John Holkeboer (bass). Phone (734) 358-2100. E-mail gbolkosky[AT]phoenixensemble.com. Web: www.phoenixensemble.com/.

    Porchsleeper.

    Ann Arbor roots rock band 'drips pathos and heart; like a gin-blossomed barstool raconteur, humor and sadness lurking beneath the grins and twang,' says Brian Smith of the Detroit Metro Times. Gary Rasmussen (bass), Steve Bekkala (drums), Derek Vertin (voc, gtr), Brian Raleigh (voc, gtr). Write 618 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103. E-mail info[AT]porchsleeper.com. Web: www.porchsleeper.com.

    Joseph Pratt.

    Classical guitar player emphasizes Spanish flamenco and its Middle Eastern roots. Joseph Pratt (gtr). Contact Joseph Pratt. Phone (734) 975-0678. E-mail flamenco[AT]umich.edu. Web: www.josephpratt.com.

    Jim Presley.

    Native American, folk, rock, blues and country. Jim Presley (gtr, voc, flute). Phone (734) 379-1119. E-mail Jim_Preseley[AT]yahoo.com.

    Pussy Pirates.

    The Pussy Pirates plays primitive jazz-infused punk that is high-energy, frenetic and danceable. Jessica (voc, tnr sax,