Natasha's Bistro Event Calendar

Monday 05/14/12 - Sunday 05/20/12

Monday May 14th @ 9pm The Media Noche Trio
	*Jazz::Funk::Ensemble* Originally started in Bloomington, IN, Ryan Knudsen (drums/percussion), Max Marshall (keys), and Coleman Cook (bass), were brought together while studying at the Jacob's School of Music at Indiana University. Playing shows, recording albums, and touring on and off for the past two years, this group has wowed audiences on a national level by showcasing their love and passion for blending the styles of music that they love. The Media Noche Trio (tonight featuring Hunter Diamond on Saxophone) uses original music and standards as a backdrop to blend together American styles of Jazz and Funk with the highly flammable rhythms and musics of the Caribbean; especially those from Cuba and Brazil. This groups' joy for playing music together is tangible from the band stand, and you will leave wanting more!!
	Cover: $5.00

Tuesday May 15th @ 8pm Songwriter's Night
	*Singer/Songwriter::Showcase::Acoustic* Adrea LaRoche brings rich lyrics of struggle, wonder and faith delivered with rhythmic guitar and jazzy pop folk sounds featured on her next CD, scheduled for release in Summer 2012. Dock Steffey is one of Lexington's most versatile and dynamic artists. A published songwriter, Dock has been playing music professionally for over 25 years. Tom Green is a fan favorite here at Natasha's. He plays regularly at the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville and has performed with Nick Stump, Lee Carroll, and Rodney Hatfield.
	Cover: $7.00

Wednesday May 16th @ 9pm Willow Branch Wanderers
	*Bluegrass::Folk::Acoustic* The Willow Branch Wanderers Band is based in Richmond, Kentucky and plays music that ranges from bluegrass to Americana. The primary emphasis is on progressive bluegrass but includes some country and Americana music songs in all sets. The band likes to emphasize an up-tempo style of arrangements that includes solid vocal harmonies. The group is comprised of experienced musicians from the Central Kentucky area. www.willowbranchwanderers.com
	Cover: $5.00

Thursday May 17th @ 8pm Dea Riley - Birthday Celebration!
	*Special Event::Showcase* Please join Dea Riley and a host of her musically talented friends for a "Birthday Girl" Party filled with good music, food and company to help celebrate her birthday, Thursday, May 17th. Dinner begins at 6:00 (make reservations) and the show begins at 8:00 Special musical guests include Coralee and the Townies, Kim Thomas and her Amazing Ukulele, Heather Parrish, Solidago and Jill Coffman w/ Mark Girkey and Bill Hammond. www.myspace.com/coraleeandthetownies
	Cover: $10.00

Friday May 18th @ 8pm Julia Knight
	Americana::Singer/Songwriter Julia's music career started at the young age of 12 when she began playing guitar and writing songs. A singer-songwriter of unusual skill, Julia released her debut CD in January 2012 titled "Just Live". In addition to her original songs, Julia puts an acoustic spin on a number of covers ranging from Elvis and Beatles tunes to current artists like Adele, Taylor Swift, Ingrid Michaelson, Colbie Caillat and more. Julia received the 2012 Rising Star and Entertainer of the Year Award from NACMAI & Songwriter of The Year, Entertainer of The Year in 2011. Her original style promises to be entertaining and night you'll remember. www.facebook.com/pages/Julia-Knight-Music
	Cover: $5.00

Friday May 18th @ 10:30pm Roosevelt Dime
	*Old Time::Soul::Folk* Roosevelt Dime, a five-piece, Brooklyn, N.Y.-based band that blends elements of acoustic Jug-Band Blues, classic New Orleans Soul and Neo-Folk to create an original sound best described as Kings County Steamboat Soul. "... a perpetual crowd-pleaser." -The NY Times "...modern acoustic American roots music at its best." -Folkworld Magazine " A splendid time is Guaranteed." -Sing Out! Magazine www.rooseveltdimemusic.com $5 COVER if you see Julia Kinight & Roosevelt Dime!
	Cover: $8.00

Saturday May 19th @ 8:30pm The City
	*Rock::Jazz::Americana* The City! Jazzy, bluesy, rootsy and very original. This group of seven musicians and a sound coach have been cooking up tasteful grooves and lyrics, performed with a listener's sensibilities, searching for that perfect balance between volume (less) and energy (more.) With a successful Kickstarter campaign just completed, The City is recording in late April and will perform live at Natasha's all of the original material created for the new album. Gather up your friends and make a night of it! Music heard nowhere else on the planet. www.thecityband.com
	Cover: $8.00

Saturday May 19th @ 11:30pm Soul Funkin Dangerous
	*Soul::Funk* Donald Mason (Dr. M) leads the The Soul Funk Train with smooth baritone vocals, memorable lyrics and whatever he can get his hands on. Meaghan Mader brings a voice like an angel and skills on the piano. Erik Shields takes the throne on drums alongside the musical arranger, Rob Barnes on bass to create the rhythm glue that keeps the Train on track. Marcus Wilkerson bangs on the congas, strums the guitar and vibrates his soulful vocal chords. Will Stafford (alto sax) and Josh Dargavell (trombone) break it down in the horn section to round out the sound. Never know who else we can coax to light up the stage. With our powers combined, we create Captain Pla... well, you get the drift. www.soulfunkindangerous.com
	Cover: $5.00

Sunday May 20th @ 2pm Lexington Music Academy CD Release Party
	*Rock::Indie* CD release party for the Lexington Music Academy rock band program. Come check out nine hard working bands as they celebrate the release of their first CD! Join us for lunch! We'll have pizza, burgers & much, much more! Doors open at 12pm! www.lexingtonmusicacademy.com
	Cover: $5.00

Sunday May 20th @ 8pm WUKY's LIVE @ Natasha's!
	LIVE @ Natasha's - An Acoustic Cafe Evening featuring Erin McKeown, Carrie Rodriguez & Kelly Joe Phelps Recorded: Saturday Jan 28, 2012 Tune in to 91.3 WUKY to hear the broadcast of the live show recorded at Natasha's!
	Free Admission

Monday 05/14/12 - Sunday 05/20/12