Julius Hangman is a chance compliment of socially conscious, poignant songwriting and witty, eclectic musicality. Stylistically, the sound of the music may be described as a modern rock mélange; a modified jazz vocabulary with a slight southern accent. Thoughtful vocal harmonies and stark lead guitar work round this trio out, making them one of the most promising bands in Charlottesville.

Listen at www.juliushangman.com.

With special guest Josh Mayo. The show starts at 8pm/$5.

Laura Wortman and Kagey Parrish are the Honey Dewdrops and have been making music for six years. They play original and American traditional songs focusing on vocal harmonies and tight instrumentation. In March 2008, they appeared and won first place on A Prairie Home Companion’s “People in their Twenties Talent Show.” Additionally, the Dewdrops were selected as finalists in the Mountain Stage NewSong 2009 competition and recently took 2nd place in the 31st Annual Eddie’s Attic Open-mic Shootout Finals.

Listen at www.myspace.com/thehoneydewdrops.

The show starts at 8pm/$5.

We Are Star Children is the band formerly known as Straight Punch To The Crotch. This 6-piece ensemble of indie rock, punk, funk, unicorns, and other unmentionables brings a happy, bouncy rock show to our stage. With special guests Tragic Chemistry.

Check out www.straightpunchtothecrotch.com. You won’t be disappointed.

Tragic Chemistry: www.myspace.com/tragicchemistryband.

The show starts at 8pm/$5.

Our Touring Artists Series continues with The Hot Seats, formerly known as Special Ed and the Short Bus, and now fondly referred to as Richmond’s beloved absurdist stringband.

Reviewers say:

“The young five man acoustic band play with verve, vigour and a true feel for the roots of their chosen idiom. Which stilted critic-speak completely fails to convey the sheer fun and laughter of the show. If you like this sort of music, you must go. Everyone else should go and those who leave without having had a good time are just not the sort of people whom I would want to meet.” - BroadwayBaby.com, 2008

“BLUEGRASS, old-time, skiffle, jug band … stir them up vigorously, throwing in elements of zany vaudeville , add some unpredictable tics, then stand back and watch Special Ed & the Shortbus go.” - The Edinburgh Scotsman, 2008

“Their shows are veritable litmus tests for a crowd’s sense of humor. If you’ve ever answered yes to Frank Zappa’s question “Does humor belong in music?” then The Hot Seats are for you. They’re straight-up nuts when they pick and sing, and if you can get past the lovely freakishness of their stage act, you’ll find some real talent backing up the zaniness.” - Haymaker Productions (www.haymaker.com), 2003

“Slightly disturbing dada-esque Va.-based string band that’s one part Beefheart freakout and two parts trad jug-band.” - Connect Savannah, Savannah, GA, 2006

The show starts at 8pm/$12. Listen at www.myspace.com/thehotseatsrva.

With special guests The Fox Hunt. Listen at www.thefoxhunt.net.

Music, poetry, comedy, ranting…whatever you need a stage for, it’s yours. Still seeking tapdancers and sword-swallowers.

The show starts at 8pm, signup begins at 7:30pm.

North Carolinians have known Martha’s music for some time now, but in the past couple of years, she’s been finding a new audience throughout the southeast due to increased touring, her work on the Sony Classics film JUNEBUG, festival appearances, and numerous articles in the press. Martha and her band have opened for Lyle Lovett, played Merlefest, and are currently touring the east coast in support of the new disc “Sinner’s Prayer,” which features original Americana written by Martha and bandmate, Justin Poindexter. Although they are known for their ability to incorporate jazz, country, traditional, and rock standards into the live shows, it is their original music that fans appreciate most.

Listen at www.marthabassett.com

8pm/$5.

8pm. Signup at 7:30.

Together since 1993, Ocracoke’s Molasses Creek has toured throughout the United States, released 9 Cds and has received worldwide radio airplay. Members of the Southern Arts Federation and award-winners from Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie Home Companion,” they have been featured at Our State magazine’s “Best of NC,” frequently headline at ‘First Night’ Williamsburg and in 2008 opened for Garrison Keillor at East Carolina University’s concert series. This high-energy acoustic group continues to win loyal followings with their captivating stage presence, elegant harmonies, blazing instrumentals, and a quirky sense of humor.

Listen at www.molassescreek.com

Sally Rose has been playing our stage since she was 12 years old, and it has been a real treat to hear this sweet songstress’s voice develop a size and depth that seems too big for its source, and a range that would give any diva a run for her money.

Julius Hangman brings breathtaking three-part harmonies and a spellbinding mix of covers and original material. This group has an engaging, spine-tingling sound that strikes us as one of the most refreshing new bands we’ve heard.

Listen at www.juliushangman.com.

The show starts at 8pm/$5.

Our annual holiday party, rescheduled! This is a fundraiser for the Further Ado Foundation. Proceeds go toward our music licensing fees. 8pm/$10.

Featuring:

Eli Cook

The Fata Morgana Bellydancers

Andy Waldeck & Jenn Rhubright

Rick Olivarez

Ravvivando! flute trio

Erin James

Jamie Dyer

Molimo

Sally Rose Monnes

Dr. Levine & the Dreaded Blues Lady

Gene & Gayla Mills

Carl Anderson & Carleigh Nesbitt

Bill & Linda Staton

…and more!