Patchwork Threads

Beautiful harmonies…….

The LYNNeS are Juno award winning songwriter Lynn Miles and award-winning songwriter Lynne Hanson.  These two Canadian heartbreak poets are not new to working together, having toured and written songs off and on over the past 10 years, and with Miles having produced two of Hanson’s albums (River of Sand, 2014 and 7 Deadly Spins, 2015).   Both LYNNeS are multi-instrumentalists (piano, acoustic, electric guitar, mandolin), and fuse tight vocal harmonies with hauntingly gritty lyrics.  They recently released their debut album Heartbreak Song for the Radio.

I took your words 
Stumbled strummed and hummed along
Hammered till they spelled out
The world’s saddest broken hearted song 
– Heartbreak Song For The Radio – The LYNNeS 

The duo adopted an old school approach to recording their album, choosing to record to tape and recording all the bed tracks and many of the vocal and acoustic guitar parts live off the floor.  Each song on the album is a co-write, producing a truly collaborative effort, drawing on the strengths of two Lynn(e), to create a sum greater than two individual parts.

I’m tired of falling for cowboys in the dark 
I’m tired of giving away my heart
Of walking a line that’s always shifting
Being the hero and doing all the heavy lifting 
– Heavy Lifting – The LYNNeS 

“[the album] has the kind of spacious, rolling thunder restlessness Bob Dylan attained with Daniel Lanois all those years ago. It’s that good.”  5 stars – Jeff Monk | Winnipeg Free Press 

“Individually, both Lynnes are formidable forces in contemporary country, together they just might be unstoppable.” – Mike Davies | folking.com (UK)

http://www.thelynnes.com

This is a rare opportunity to see these women perform together in an intimate setting.  Treat your mom or yourself and join us for The LYNNeS on Sunday, May 13 at 3 pm.  Tickets $25 at the door.  RSVP to hold your seat  mleblanc.patchwork@gmail.com.

BYOB.  Snacks offered and shareable shacks welcome.  Bringing friends encouraged.

Best,                                                                                                                                               Monique & George                                                                                                               Patchwork House Concerts                                                                                                           First Ave., Bedford

@PatchworkHConc                                                            Facebook.com/PatchworkHouseConcerts

Halifax based Arsoniste (pronounced “R Sun East”) is the stage name of Rachel Sunter, a piano-singer-songwriter, model, actress and music teacher.  Her style is synth-pop; she uses vocal effects, loops and layered keyboards to transform piano-based songs into rich orchestral pieces.

http://www.arsoniste.com

Liam Corcoran is the former front man of multi-award-winning PEI indie-rock band Two Hours Traffic.  He released his first full-length solo record, Nevahland last fall.  A blend of folk and indie pop, Nevahland weaves stories together that are connecting with audience all over the Maritimes.

http://www.facebook.com/liamcorcoranmusic

Doors : 7:30 pm; Showtime: 8 pm

$20 donation requested at the door – all funds go directly to the artists

BYOB.  Snacks offered; shareable snacks welcome but not required.

RSVP: mleblanc.patchwork@gmail.com

Best

Monique & George

First Ave. Bedford

902 434-8355

@PatchworkHConc

facebook.com/PatchworkHouseConcerts

What a beautiful show…….

“Imagine wild camping, waking on a dewy morning, washing your face in a stream – that’s how this record makes you feel.” – AMERICANA-UK.com

New Brunswick’s Jessica Rhaye brings her award winning record Song in Me (her fifth studio album) to Patchwork on Saturday, March 24.  A little country, a little folk, a little americana, Jessica Rhaye has songs that appeal to a wide audience with a voice that will wrap around you like a warm sweater.

http://www.jessicarhaye.com/

Hopefully they appeal to you and we will see you at Patchwork on March 24.

Jessica Rhaye + BAND                                                                                                                       March 24 @ 8 pm                                                                                                                                $25 at the door (all funds to the artists)                                                                                           BYOB / snacks offered                                                                                                                              RSVP: mleblanc.patchwork@gmail.com

Best,                                                                                                                                                                         Monique & George                                                                                                                                Patchwork House Concerts                                                                                                                 First Ave., Bedford

Well this is a testament to the talents of our next performer.  Erin Costelo is, without a doubt, one of the gems of the Halifax music scene and she will perform Carole King’s Tapestry and other songs (twice) at Patchwork on Saturday, February 3 and again on Sunday, February 4.  Initially the plan was to have one show but the response has been, frankly, overwhelming.  BOTH SHOWS ARE NOW TOTALLY BOOKED.

Producer, songwriter, arranger – with a voice like no other, Erin Costelo will bring to life songs from one of her heroes plus songs from her own catalogue, including (hopefully) a few from her current project (which you can read about on her website): http://erincostelo.ca

Saturday, February 3 @ 8 pm.  Doors 7:30 pm.  $30 per person.

Sunday, February 4 @ 2 pm.  Doors 1:30 pm.  $30 per person.

As is the case with every show at Patchwork, all funds collected go directly to the artist.  You many wish to bring a little extra $$ for a cd or other merchandise.  Events are BYOB.  Non-Alcoholic beverages and snacks will be offered.  Shareable snacks are welcome but not required.

RSVP to mleblanc.patchwork@gmail.com with preferred date and number of attendees.  Our Saturday show is close to full.

Best,

Monique & George                                                                                                                               Patchwork House Concerts                                                                                                                First Ave. Bedford                                                                                                                                 @PatchworkHConc                                                                                                                             facebook.com/PatchworkHouseConcerts

Happy New Year!  I hope everyone found a little peace and joy and rest over the Christmas holiday season.

We at Patchwork House Concerts are gearing up for another year of great music and we start with someone whose music and energy will totally warm up the house.  Christine Campbell is a power house on any stage and we are delighted to have her back for a third time, and her second appearance with Blake Johnston.

Christine released her new solo album Roller Coaster in March of last year.  It is a stellar album that demonstrates her diverse musical influences – from 70s rock to roots and blues.  From classical piano to impressive guitar solos to full band rock and roll shows, Christine appeals to a wide audience. Check out her website for a few sneak peak videos: https://www.christinecampbellmusic.com/music

Christine will perform songs from Roller Coaster as well as a few older tracks and likely a couple of bonus covers of rock classics.

Saturday, January 13 @ 8 pm.  Doors 7:30 pm.  $20 per person.

Note: As is the case with every show at Patchwork, all funds collected go directly to the artists.  You many want to bring a little extra for a copy of a cd or other merchandise.  Events are BYOB.  Non-Alcoholic beverages and snacks will be offered.  Shareable snacks are welcome but not required.

RSVP to mleblanc.patchwork@gmail.com

Best,
Monique & George

First Ave. Bedford