Hey Now People

I have been off the map for a little while. In the in between, I have been throwing some energy into my music production company. My business Now More than Ever Productions has partnered with Why You Jam. We are very busy and will be putting on a showcase of bands Saturday November 20 at the Magic Stick in the Big D. I think you will recognize several of the bands that are playing this gig. WHY YOU JAM is all about making local music happen. We will be offering all kinds of goodies for this show. We have partnered with Midwest PEEPS (http://midwestpeeps.storenvy.com), Motor City Connect (http://motorcityconnect.groupsite.com/main/summary) and the Sweaty Mouse (www.sweatymouse.com). ; All will be offering sick merch and good information on how to live on this Orb we call home, in a little more harmony. In addition, we will be donating some proceeds of the should to Operation Kid Equip, which will provide necessary school supplies and amenities to the inner city children of Detroit. SO COME OUT AND START THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY WEEK WITH US!!!!

Since this is the Music Update, I would be remiss in not pointing out a two shows for this week.

Unfortunately they are the same night. LOTUS will be at the Royal Oak Music Theatre. Michael Franti and Spearhead will be at the Crofoot.
Both are Sunday. This is a real tough call and it may have to be a show time decision for many.

PLEASE remember to support local live bands:

Dead Again (Grateful Dead Tribute Band http://www.facebook.com/deadagainband , The American Gravy Company http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-American-Gravy-Company, Lucky Brown Music www.myspace.com/LuckyBrownMusic, The Macpodz, www.macpodz.com, Mifune, www.mifunemusic.com, The Great Divide, www.myspace.com/greatdividelive Grievious Angel http://drumdancerrecords.com/grievousangel/index.php, Jill Jack, http://www.jilljack.com/, Billy Brandt, www.billybrandt.net, Distorted Soul (featuring Nadir), www.distortedsoul.com, Flop House Band, www.flophouseband.com, Back Forty backfortymusic.com, Covert Operations http://www.covertopsband.com Rootstand www.rootstand.com, Jam Samwich http://jamsamich.com, David Nefesh www.davidnefesh.com, The Ragbirds www.theragbirds.com, , PAPA www.papatunes.com, Bitter Herbs www.myspace.com/bitterherbs, Greensky Bluegrass www.greenskybluegrass.com; THTX www.myspace.com/THTX and Sentimental Shark, www.sentimentalshark.com to name a few.

PLEASE remember to support local venues:

The Magic Bag www.themagicbag.com; The Majestic Theatre www.majesticdetroit.com/; Saint Andrew's Hall www.livenation.com/venue/getVenue/venueId/1776; The Crofoot www.thecrofoot.comSavoy www.livesavoy.com ; (Ypsilanti's Hot New 750 capacity venue)The Royal Music Theater www.royaloakmusictheatre.com/The Blind Pig www.blindpigmusic.com/Blondies (New Club in the Big D) www.myspace.com/officialblondiesnightclub, Museum of Contemporary Art www.mocadetroit.org

GO OUT AND SEE LIVE MUSIC!!!!!Much love in the 313, 248, 586, 734 and 810

Miko, author of the Occasional Detroit Music Update

Ultimate Detroit New Years Jamfest

OK My Dear Friends

I can now let the wrapping off of the gift. I am co-hosting a Jamfest with my partner, Benji Rosenzweig in putting on the Ultimate Detroit Music New Years Party.

So with out further ado, NOW MORE THAN EVEN PRODUCTIONS in partnership with WHY YOU JAM presents:

A PRIVATE NEW YEARS EVE PARTY featuring

Brando and Friends http://www.myspace.com/brandoandfriends

Brando is well known as a guitar and string virtuoso, who cut his teeth in jamband scene the critically acclaimed Electric Magi. He has appeared on stage with Steve Kimock, Garaj Mahal, the Everyone Orchestra and ekoostik hookah Brando has continued to be a studio musician with Matt Keil, ekoostik hookah. Catfish Mafia Greg Aranda and Blackswamp Ramblers as well as releasing solo material. You may be surprised when you listen to your favorite local band and learn that Brando did some of the dub work. His current band Brando and Friends plays all things Jerry Garcia, Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers, Led Zeppli and even the sound of Motown where it mixed with the jamband scene

Flophouse Band www.flophouseband.com

I met these guys at the Detroit Music Awards this past spring. I was immediately taken. The are the true embodiment of the Detroit Jazz Funk Soul sound. I say DEEEEEEEEEEEEETROIT because these boys hail from the blue collar roots of the downriver area. When they hit the Stage, they hit it hard. And you cannot help but get off your ass and dance. I have been on a personal mission to spread this band to the masses. Now, you all can come join me and see what you think.

and last but not least

Covert Operations http://www.covertopsband.com/

Dallas and the Boys (I say the boys with love because Derek, Kedree and Damon Young are siblings; and lets not leave out Allistar) have been kicking it around the scene for quite a while now. They are the hometown boys that did well. They have toured nationally and have been featured at some of the bigger festies such as hookahville, 10K Lakes and tons of big festivals at Nelson Ledges. Dallas is one of the kindest souls I know. The sound of Covert Ops is contagious. They take a simple jam and just build layers and layers of music into. While their sound has influences of some of our favorite jambands, I have to admit as a long time fan, though, its their own unique sound that draws me.

Our show is a PRIVATE party, with tickets costing $30 Since this is a private show, we are not bound by Bar time. So, who know what time the event will go on to.

Where Magnetic Recording (formerly RKS Studios). 17 W Lawrence Street Pontiac ( one block north and west of 7 N Saginaw Street) Folks this is a state of the art recording studio with a 128 track recording board in the back of venue. Bands from all over the country come here to record. The front of the venue has a stage and amble dance area. In addition, there is an audio booth and a video booth to help, with the best computer graphics around, create the ultimate ambient soundscape for your pleasure.

Cost $30 prepaid. We are setting up various payment options right now. Light food and drinks will drinks will be provided. A portion of the money will be donated to local charity

So, we hope to see y'all there to help us ring in the NEW YEAR Detroit Jamband Style

Much love,

Miko

NOW MORE THAN EVER PRODUCTIONS

Benji

Why You Jams