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Greetings – We’re honored and excited to have North Carolina bluegrass giants Chatham County Line coming to Caffe Lena this Wednesday! Reserve a table and let their beautiful harmonies and southern strings wash over you as we celebrate the trio’s first visit north since the before times.

This month’s Bright Series (Friday) features Grammy-winner Chance McCoy, formerly of Old Crow Medicine Show. Chance combines the curiosity of a historian, the exquisite standards of a music-producer, the inspiration of a dreamer, and great stagecraft. His songs are powerful and rootsy and full of love of his West Virginia home and its people.

Feeling so lucky for all the good things that happen here at Caffe Lena, and for all you good folks who keep it going and growing. Thank you. This fall is challenging, but we’re getting through thanks to you.

See you at the show,
Sarah

=MID-WEEK SHOWS=

Monday, Oct 11 / 7 PM / $5
OPEN MIC NIGHT

Tuesday, Oct 12 / 8 PM
“Live From Caffe Lena” Radio Show: WAY DOWN WANDERERS
Listen on WEXT 97.7 or 106.1 FM

Wednesday, Oct 13, 7 PM & 12 AM / Sunday,Oct 17, 1 PM
“Live From Caffe Lena” Radio Show: HEATHER MALONEY
Listen on “Folk Music Notebook” Internet Folk Radio

Wednesday, October 12 / 10:30 AM / Free Stream

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Wednesday, Oct 13 / 7 PM / $25

Chatham County Line
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Like so many bluegrass bands these days, Chatham County Line has branched out into acoustic country that swoons, sways and rocks. The title cut from their pandemic release, Strange Fascination, is just gorgeously dreamy and features guest vocals from Sharon Van Etten. Listen above for a real treat.

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Thursday, Oct 14 / 7 PM / $27

Steve Forbert
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Forbert wrote the 1979 radio hit “Romeo’s Tune.” For decades audiences have come to hear that song, and left wowed by his homespun style, huge catalog of originals, and ability to pick and interpret the best works of 20th century singer-songwriters. During the pandemic, Forbert received the 2020 Governor’s Arts Award in his home state of Mississippi, having already been inducted into the Mississippi Musician’s Hall of Fame in 2016.

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Friday, Oct 15 / 8 PM / $20
BRIGHT SERIES:
Chance McCoy
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Come meet Chance McCoy on his first visit as a solo artist to the Capital Region. He’s a Grammy-winner (wrote the songs on Old Crow Medicine Show’s Grammy-winning album Remedy), a multi-instrumentalist (guitar, fiddle, banjo, dulcimer), homesteader, record producer, and keeper of the Appalachian folk flame. We’re glad that Chance is out there doing what he does, and we’re even gladder he’s doing it at Caffe Lena tonight! Please come!

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Saturday, Oct 16 / $20
Concert at 8 PM / Jam with the band after the show!

Hot Club of Saratoga
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It’s hard to imagine Saratoga without this great band that everyone loves. They play their romantic, nostalgic, hugely impressive hot Gypsy Jazz all over the Capital Region. But they don’t stop there! They foster a scene for musicians to keep this tradition alive, bringing in the genre’s stars from across the country, and leading jams like the one that will follow the show tonight. Bring your guitar, fiddle, accordion or bass and join the fun! Everyone is welcome to stay, player or not.

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Sunday, Oct 17 / 7 PM / $18

Heather Mae & Crys Matthews
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The songs of Crys Matthews and Heather Mae are like a gift from a caring friend. They energize, soothe and inspire. They are out to remind people that they’re not alone. They sing for social justice, self-acceptance, mental health and love. Click the photo to hear Crys and Heather’s poignant song “Six Feet Apart.”

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MEMBERS’ CORNER
Benefit Reminder! If you’re supporting the Caffe at the Balladeer level or higher, you get a really nice perk: two free shows per month. You get the Bright Series show plus one other of your choice. This Friday, you won’t want to miss Bright Series artist Chance McCoy who is making waves on stage, in the studio, and with his film scores. Just email RSVP@CaffeLena.org to reserve your seats!

Caffe Lena has nearly 1,000 active members. These folks are planting songs and growing community with their annual donations. They also get the best seats in the house, early access to special shows and some neat swag. Learn More

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