At Lost Parrot Cafe, 1929 Huntington Dr. in South Pasadena. 6pm doors, 7pm music. Food and full bar at the venue.
You may recall Leeann Skoda’s previous Blue Guitar room visits as half of the captivating duo Pretty Polly. A Phoenix native transplanted to Los Angeles, she has long been drawn to the rawness and simplicity of country and bluegrass music. Her vocals have drawn comparisons to women such as Neko Case and Emmylou Harris and as a songwriter she has shown the innate ability to craft a song not unlike Miranda Lambert or Bandy Clark.
Michael McNevin's songs read like short stories—full of heart, humor, and a keen eye for detail. Skillful guitar work and nuanced vocals underscore the characters and places of his travels. His easy going rapport and knack for storytelling brings audiences into his scenes. Michael grew up and resides in the train town of Niles, California where the first set of railroad tracks entered the San Francisco Bay Area in 1869.
$22 advance, $25 door
