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♫ Music in Ahrn City TONIGHT: David Berkeley

David Berkeley will be having his CD Release Show TONIGHT at Club Cafe at 7pm for his new album Some Kind of Cure.  This CD is based on his experiences living in a very small village in Corsica with his wife and young son.

If you like to listen to Joseph Arthur, Damian Rice, David Gray, or Nick Drafe — you will throughly enjoy his album.  A few of my personal favorites on the album include:  “Homesick,” “George Square,” and “Marie.”  The music is so raw and pure, and each song paints a different story and experience.  His lyrics make me want to leave the Ahrn City and head to Corsica.

If you aren’t doing anything tonight, this is the perfect kind of music to sit with a cup of coffee and listen to (or beer if you prefer!)  If you can’t make it out tonight, take the time to listen to it here.

David earned ASCAP’s Johnny Mercer Songwriter Award, and his song “Fire Sign” was written specifically for and featured in the CBS series “Without a Trace.”  Berkeley has been featured on WFUV, World Cafe, Mountain Stage, XM/Sattelite, NPR, “This American Life” and was recently a finalist in the Mountain Stage New Song competition. He has toured/opened for Dido, Ben Folds, Rufus Wainwright, Ray Lamontagne, Billy Bragg, Don Mclean, Nellie Mckay, Guster, Gary Jules, and many more.

Tuesday, February 1 – 7pm
David Berkeley @ Club Cafe
56 S 12th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 431-4950
http://www.clubcafelive.com

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Super Steelers Soul Party! Title Town Dance Party at The Shadow Lounge

It may be cold outside but you can warm up with some great soul music and dancing on Saturday Night at the Shadow Lounge.  Pittsburgh’s award winning soul music night is back after a little break for the holidays.

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After a much needed break, Title Town is back TOMORROW NIGHT!  Grab your Towel and head on down to the Shadow Lounge for a pre-Super Bowl SUPER-SOUL warm-up party!

Dubbed one of the best dance parties of 2010 by Pittsburgh City Paper readers, we’re taking you into the New Year with that thing you can’t get anywhere else – a non-stop, 5 hour mix of classic and ultra-rare soul, deep funk and old rhythm & blues – all on original 45-RPM vinyl.  Dance to the good stuff and expect a high-energy mix of absolute rarities from Dee Edwards, The Chantels and The Vibrettes, classics from Marvin Gaye and The Emotions, and of course a hefty dose of local goodness.

Check out recent feature from The Pitt News: http://pittnews.com/newsstory/title-town-gives-up-the-funk-and-soul/

Doors open at 9pm sharp and the music won’t stop until 2am. Early arrival is recommended.  BRING YOUR TERRIBLE TOWELS.

TITLE TOWN Soul & Funk Party
SATURDAY, January 29th
Shadow Lounge, 5972 Baum Blvd. (E. Liberty)
9 PM-2 AM, 21+, $5; 18+, $8

New Kellee Maize Video – City of Champions

Kellee Maize with Lady Gaga in NYC

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Just in time for a big big BIG sports weekend … Pittsburgh own Kellee Maize has just put out a new video for her song City of Champions.  I have known Kellee for many years – she brings an incredible energy to this city.  Her video has some amazing Pittsburgh shots too – filmed all over town – this is a great salute to the city.

You can download her most recent album, Aligned Archetype, for free on Amazon here.  (She is currently the most downloaded female rapper on Amazon too).  Also check out her website – KelleeMaize.com for great photography by Laura Petrilla.

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(Yes, that is Kellee with Lady Gaga – she has a funny story about this photo too)

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Happy Birthday Elvis and a Pierogi Vending Machine

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The Tin Front Cafe in Homestead is hosting a birthday celebration for Elvis this Saturday night! The Tin Front Cafe is a unique little place on 8th Avenue (which is the main street of Homestead – not the Waterfront shopping area).  I have been to the cafe for a few other events – this is a very relax place that serves local food and interesting cocktails.  The vibe is very very laid back (not a good place to go if you are in a hurry) but a lovely place to hang out and enjoy your food or drink.

A Pierogi Vending Machine too?
While you are there check out the Pittsburgh Traveling Craft O’Tron – Saturday will be it’s last day at the Tin Front before it moves to a new location.  The Traveling Craft O’Tron is an amazing craft vending machine where you can buy awesome gifts made by local artists.  Occasionally you can buy your very own handmade pierogi from the vending machine. Continue reading →