Jan Bell: Links

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The MAYBELLES: Jan Bell is a founding member of this Americana old time country trio now based in Brooklyn, NYC.
Charisma Artists: The Charisma Artist Agency represents some of the finest artists specializing in a broad array of Americana, World, Roots, Bluegrass, Indie, Rockabilly, Swing, Avant Garde and Jazz genres; offering a roster of renowned regional, national and internationally touring, providing client venues with a highly-experienced and skilled staff of agents and top-notch administrative support.
Will Scott: Brilliantly-talented Americana roots blues artist from Southern Indiana. Jan Bell joins Will on UK Singer Songwriter Tour in June 2009, culminating in a show at Glastonbury Festival.
Americana UK: The leading online americana music magazine across the pond.
Jolie Holland: Jolie has put her world class, unique and beautiful singing and phrasing to some of Jan Bell's songs. Whether on tour in Australia, England, or back home in NYC - Jolie carries countless songs by herself and others, with her on the road.
Hilary Hawke: Banjo player, singer songwriter - and a grand companion on the road over many adventures with The Maybelles and Jan Bell! Hilary releases her independent solo album Spring 2009 - entitled 'Good Will'. The ubiquitous Ms. Hawke is joined by an illustrious set of NYC musicians including the brilliant percussionist Brian Geltner,
Jalopy Theatre & School of Music, Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY.: Village Voice Award for Best Old time venue - Jalopy School of Music and Theater - LIVE MUSIC, CLASSES, VINTAGE INSTRUMENT REPAIR, FILM, ART. AN OASIS IN RED HOOK, BROOKLYN. BEAUTIFUL LISTENING ROOM, OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE VERY BEST. When you go to Jalopy you might well be transported to a realm far from the city lights - and a host of sweet folks to boot. Look out for their 'Sing Out Brooklyn' Festival - June 5th and 6th, 2009. Curated by Kari Denis; featuring Hilary Hawke, Alex Battles and many more!
Brooklyn Country Music: Cash Hank Jamboree, Kings County Opry, Alex Battles and Dock Oscar champion down home country music happenings, jams, tribute shows and extravaganzas that sell out fast. This site also lists regular weekly events for musicians and music lovers alike. Alex Battles and Whiskey Rebellion have a residency at Hill Country, NYC in May - check out their calendar for more info!
Samantha Parton (of The Be Good Tanyas): Samantha produced 'Songs for Love Drunk Sinners' and has been a long time fellow troubadour, since New Orleans in the 90's. Sam continues to shine her bright light both on stage and off.
M Shanghai Stringband: An adventurous take on Americana, the M SHANGHAI STRING BAND's songs are not easily classified. Traditional roots music style, yet innovative in their musical form and modern lyrical content. The dynamics range from barnstorming breakdowns to achingly beautiful ballads, expressing originality and simplicity in the same breath.
Tim Luntzel: Upright Bass Player, and all around Top o' the line Man. Also known as 'The Luntz' although Jan Bell prefers to call him 'Sir Luntzelot".
Megan Palmer myspace: Megan Palmer singer songwriter, plays violin and piano with Jan Bell in NYC.
Feed The Fish: (The Feel Good Movie of The Winter). A film by Michael Matzdorff. Original Music - T.D. Lind, Jan Bell.
Brooklyn Country: Packed with venues, bands, and special events that happen in the Brooklyn Country Music Scene. Very user friendly vibe.
CMR Nashville UK Radio: Gail Comfort hosts The Comfort Zone, streaming out to the UK, Canada and the States.
3rd Coast Music: Austin, Texas up to the minute music news and reviews by John Conquest.
Truck Stop Honeymoon: Mike West and Katie Euliss are old friends from New Orleans, where Mike had the infamous ninth ward pickin' parlour. They now live in Lawrence, Kansas, with their 3 kids - and tour the world year round!
The Lonesome Heroes: One of the brightest busiest bravest and most beautiful bands out there!
Luminescent Orchestrii: Rima Fand has played violin with Jan Bell since 1999. The Luminescent Orchestrii have received critical acclaim all across Europe, and were the darlings of the Edinburgh fringe festival three years running. Luminescent Orchestrii tours internationally all year round.
Jack Grace Band
Pedal Bob: The undisputed master of the pedal steel in NYC. Bob Hoffnar has been a member of the cheap dates since 2005. You can hear his sumptuous steel stylings on Jan Bell's new album Songs for Love Drunk Sinners. Spring, 2009 sees Bob moving to Austin, Texas - and touring with Wayne 'The Train' Hancock. Bob has now defected to Austin, Texas to play with the one and only Wayne 'The Train' Hancock - we'll miss you here in the big bad apple, Bob!
Southern Guide to Good Livin': Music Reviews; super soft cotton t-shirts, with vintage look and classic style.
The Wiyos: Parrish Ellis played slide guitar on Jan bell's first album 'Between the Bridges'. Since then he and Michael Farkas, and Joe Bass have put thousands of miles under their belt with their own unique brand of ragtime hill billy jazz swing, and old school finger pickin' blues and vaudeville.
The Groanbox Boys: Trans Atlantic Trio who really pack a punch both sides of The Pond!
Nervous Cabaret: Elyas Khan (guest vocals on 'Miners') heads up the Nervous Cabaret. Brian Geltner (percussion 'Leavin' Town' and 'Miners') is the percussionist. The Nervous Cabaret tour Europe regularly, and have a new album out on Virgin Records (France).
Derek Richmond Photography: See more Musicians Portrait Photography, and breathtaking scenes shot by Derek Richmond.
Miko Graphics - Graphic designer Extra-ordinaire!: Miko designs for many creative artists in NYC. He also designs all album/cd/graphics/flyers/postcards for Jan Bell and the cheap dates, and also The Maybelles.
Pasqualina Azzarello: Songs for Love Drunk Sinners features 9 original Pasqualina paintings. The New York Times Summer 2006- published a full page article/interview on Pasqualina's construction site murals in d.u.m.b.o. NYC.
Darlene: A true troubadour. One of the BEST!
Nate Landeau: Nate has played upright bass, fiddle and harmonica with Jan Bell since 2000. He leads a monthly old time jam in Freddy's back room, Park Slope, and is a fine fine gentleman indeed! ------------------------------------------
War Resisters League: Steve Earle headlines the Annual Peace Awards at The Brooklyn Lyceum, Friday, December 12th. Jan Bell opens the show. please visit their site for ticket info.and Directions.
Little Red Hen Music: Itinerant community of fellow musicians from Canada and the United States. Members include: Kristin Sweetland, Darlene, Laura Freeman AKA Luna Tart, Myshkin, and The Be Good Tanyas. ------------------------------------------
Folk Alliance: Annual Convention, Memphis Tennessee. See 'Gigs' for Official and Private Showcase Info.