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Joy Adler & the Souls of Evolution Record Debut

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April 6th: Joy Adler & the Souls of Evolution

We’re so thrilled Joy is debuting her new record here at Carmen’s this Friday!!

The Songs of the Troubadour by Joy Adler & The Souls of Evolution

Winner 2008 Toronto Magazine Awards for “Best International Pop CD/Album” & “Best International Female Artist.”

Rare, stunning, transcending; Joy Adler is an extraordinary vocalist who sings from the depths of her being and risks revealing it to the world to create one-of-a-kind concert experiences.

Although Joy first began singing music in church as a child, because of the power and range of her voice, she began her career as a rock singer. She specialized in bringing her own interpretation to songs traditionally sung by men, like Robert Plant, Jimi Hendrix, Elton John, and bands such as Bad Company, Thin Lizzy and the like.

Later she perfected her stage performing and stretched herself vocally by singing r&b as well as lighter musical influences like pop and jazz standards on the stages of Atlantic City.

As Joy begins to hit her stride, enthralling audiences with her original songs played by her own group of talented musicians known as “The Souls of Evolution”, as well as performing as lead singer and lyricist of The Patricia White Buffalo and the Heaven on Earth Ensemble. She continues to garner critical acclaim for her energetic performances and the raw emotion she emits onstage, as well as her songwriting.

~ FRIDAY April 6th TAPAS SPECIALS ~

Braised Oxtail
Served w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Veggies

Crab Cakes Over Saffron Rice
Served W/ Chipotle Aioli Drizzle

Marinated, Pan Seared Chicken Breast
w/ Black Beans & Pineapple-Mango Salsa

Rolled Eggplant Cutlet
Stuffed w/ Asparagus & Leeks
Topped w/ Manchego & Citrus Tomato Sauce

 

Friday, March 9th: Taina Asili – World Music

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Friday, March 9th:  Taina Asili – World Music: Puerto Rican vocalist Taína Asili and Sicilian guitarist Gaetano Vaccaro come together as a captivating duo intertwining potent vocals and enchanting classical guitar, performing unique and unforgettable representations of some of Latin America’s best loved folkloric classics. They have studied music under some of the world’s finest flamenco musicians, and have toured nationally in various musical projects. As a duet, they traveled the world together from California to Mexico, and from Puerto Rico to Spain enchanting audiences with their música latina. Two Shows 6-7:30 & 8-9:30, $5 Cover

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Taína Asili and Sicilian guitarist Gaetano Vaccaro come together as a captivating duo intertwining potent vocals and enchanting classical guitar, performing unique and unforgettable representations of some of Latin America’s best loved folkloric classics.

Taína Asili and Sicilian guitarist Gaetano Vaccaro

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dinner Specials
for Friday, March 9

Ropa Vieja
shredded beef
slow cooked in tomato broth & spices
served with yucca fries

Fried Chicken
served with garlic mashed potatoes

Tilapia
in a cilantro-garlic-white wine sauce
served with wild rice

Charlie Smith Blues Phenom

Charlie Smith w/ Rob Pirokoski – Capital District’s Premier Blues Men

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Charlie Smith Blues Phenom

Charlie Smith

Friday October 14: Charlie Smith w/ Rob Pirokoski – Capital District’s Premier Blues Men.

Engaging and dynamic performer, prolific songwriter, blues guitarist and vocalist of the highest caliber are just some of the descriptions one could apply to Charlie Smith.  Entertaining listeners in New York’s Capital District for nearly 40 years, Charlie is happy to have found in the players listed below a virtuoso backing group equal to the task of expressing and extending his musical vision.

Friday October 7: Todd Nelson Trio TN3

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Photo by Todd Gay

Photo by Todd Gay

Tune in to WRPI, 91.5 FM, Wednesday at 11am for an interview and music with Todd Nelson of TN3!

Friday October 7:  Todd Nelson Trio TN3 mixes elements of jazz, rock and electronics, playing original songs and new arrangements of unusual covers, including pop, folk and gospel and any other genre signified by the muse.
The music of TN3 is improvisational but not noise; exploratory in texture and sound but melodic; arranged but open-ended; structured while embracing the random; aware of the past without repeating it; unafraid of space, subtlety or beauty, and it rocks.

Carmen’s Cafe is Very Social

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We’re now on the Social Web so you can stay up to date with everything going on at Carmen’s Cafe (and share the news with your friends) – Catering Services, Weekly Specials, New Menu Items, Live Music, and Featured Fine Artists — by following us on this blog,  Twitter – @CarmensCafeTroy “Like” our Facebook Fan Page, or send us your email address if you prefer. We also encourage you to share your reviews on Yelp.

Enjoy a breakfast buffet at Carmen's Cafe

Breakfast Buffet Next Saturday & Sunday, April 16 & 17

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Enjoy a breakfast buffet at Carmen's Cafe

Next Saturday & Sunday, April 16 & 17, we are trying something different. Every once in a while we have a Breakfast Buffet instead of our usual cook-to-order. It’s a good time to try something different, to fill your hunger both for the new and different and for the tried and true. Menu:

  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Chorizo Scrambled Eggs
  • Flamenca (Chorizo Stew, eaten with eggs)
  • Bacon
  • Home Fries
  • Blueberry Multigrain Pancakes
  • Fruit Platter w. Yoghurt Dip
  • Cheese Platter
  • Toast
  • Coffee-Tea-Juice

Price is $12 for adults, $7 for children under 12.

If you like it we’ll do it more often, so let us know, even if you can’t come in this weekend.

Greg Guba Rocks!

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Well, he blueses a lot more than rocks.  But I’m really impressed by the way he takes on Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix and other icons of my youth.

Greg Guba likes to play with Carolyn Brown, but unfortunately she was down with a cold.

We talked to him and he’s planning to come back here in July.  Maybe Carolyn can join him then!

This is a special place to play, I really like the vibe here when the musician and the crowd just tune in to each other.  Is there anyone you would like to hear here?

Greg Guba & Carolyn Brown at Carmen’s Cafe on Fri Apr 08, 2011

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Come to “Greg Guba & Carolyn Brown at Carmen’s Cafe on Fri Apr 08, 2011” Friday, April 8 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Greg & Carolyn play the Blues/folk & county — acoustic style. Music starts at 6. Full Tapas menu, with wine, beer & sangria.

http://www.reverbnation.com/venue/carmenscafe#!/gregguba
http://www.reverbnation.com/gregguba#!/carolynbrown

…Greg Guba is an experienced artist playing guitar, dobro, mandolin and keyboards. Folk/blues/Pop and originals served up with humor and storytelling. Look at life a diffent way – with humor~

Carolyn Brown is 26 years old and lives in Rotterdam, New York. Her music is a combination of Country/Folk and Singer/Songwriter. Some have compared her voice to that of Jewel who is her musical influence. Carolyn is currently working on her Debut album “Through the Mud” with producer/musician Marcus Larabee at Marcoustic Productions in Verona, New York. The album is a story that takes listeners through heart break, life’s confusions, to finding new love and happiness. Carolyn Brown’s music is down to earth and can relate to anyone’s situation. She also has a music page on myspace at www.myspace.com/babyopal9 Join her fanlist and you will be automatically entered to win a Free Autographed copy of her Debut Album!!