Bob and Wendy: Calendar

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019

The Mark

A new venue in SLO for Steve Key's on-going showcases.

Saturday, September 28th, 2019

Castoro Cellars Winery

Ellen Beraud for Supervisor fundraiser With Nicole Stromsoe Band
https://www.facebook.com/events/2332417873516941/

Saturday, September 21st, 2019

Monterey Street Market

Join us for some Saturday afternoon songs. Our friend Michael Venia is the featured act. Bob & Wendy will play at 2:40pm. Show starts at 1pm.

Learn more about Songwriters at Play here : http://songwritersatplay.com/

Wednesday, July 31st, 2019

Branch Street Deli

Host Steve Key presents a showcase running from 6:00 to 8:30pm. The showcase includes one featured act, Bob & Wendy, playing a 45-minute set to close out the show, and others playing 4-song sets. We pass the tip jar during the featured set, otherwise no cover. All ages are welcome.

Sunday, June 30th, 2019

Puffers of Pismo

Big Variety Night, that legendary musical variety show hosted by
Ted Waterhouse is now diversifying with Big Variety Night (South)
Players: Angela Wood & David Evans, Bob & Wendy, Holly Ann Lewis, Garth Wilwand, John Pillow, Ted Waterhouse, David Evans, Block Party, The Latecomers and Riley Allen Join us!
Wine. Brews. Menu. Fun Locals. Puffers is the place.

Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

Branch Street Deli

Featured act, Cloudship is a two-man rock band from Fresno, who use multi-tasking and unique equipment to generate more sound than you'd think two guys could. Cloudship's music has been described as a "lively humdinger of indie pop, organic blues, folk, rock, and soul" (Sacramento Bee). Since teaming up in 2013, Jonathan Napoles and Brandon Freeman have released 4 albums and toured steadily. They've played many Central Coast venues, and have also been featured several times on our showcase. http://www.cloudshipmusic.com

Special guests include Michael Venia of Carbon City Lights, Scott Erdiakoff, Bob & Wendy, and Carolyn Birch.

Learn more about Songwriters at Play at their website - http://www.songwritersatplay.com/index/

Friday, June 14th, 2019

Field of Light at Sensorio

Internationally-acclaimed artist Bruce Munro will premier his largest artwork to date—an enormous multi-acre walk-through installation—at Sensorio in Paso Robles, California beginning May 19, 2019. Bruce Munro: Field of Light at Sensorio will use an array of over 58,800 stemmed spheres lit by fiber-optics, gently illuminating the landscape in subtle blooms of morphing color that describe the undulating landscape.

Powered by solar, the stunning exhibition will captivate visitors, inviting them to engage with the landscape and environment through an ethereal light-based and sculptural experience.
Smithsonian Magazine has called Munro’s art “stunning,” while The Guardian noted, “This is art you feel, rather than art you view.”

Saturday, June 8th, 2019

Asuncion Ridge Vineyards Tasting Room

A fun relaxed atmosphere in downtown Paso across from the park.

Friday, May 31st, 2019

Field of Light at Sensorio

Internationally-acclaimed artist Bruce Munro will premier his largest artwork to date—an enormous multi-acre walk-through installation—at Sensorio in Paso Robles, California beginning May 19, 2019. Bruce Munro: Field of Light at Sensorio will use an array of over 58,800 stemmed spheres lit by fiber-optics, gently illuminating the landscape in subtle blooms of morphing color that describe the undulating landscape.

Powered by solar, the stunning exhibition will captivate visitors, inviting them to engage with the landscape and environment through an ethereal light-based and sculptural experience.
Smithsonian Magazine has called Munro’s art “stunning,” while The Guardian noted, “This is art you feel, rather than art you view.”

Tuesday, May 14th, 2019

Morro Bay Wine Seller

Legendary folksinger and pop vocalist Judy Collins turns 80 in May, so we'll celebrate with an evening of songs from her discography. We'll have some of her original songs in the show, along with traditional folk tunes, and ballads by Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, The Beatles and Stephen Sondheim. Sing along to Cook With Honey, Who Knows Where The Time Goes, Both Sides Now, Someday Soon, and many more. Performers include Sherell Jane, Ann-Marita, Cassi Nicholls, Donna Phillips, Jeanne Newhall, Elizabeth Etta, Craig Louis Dingman, Steve Key, Hannah Cooper, and Bob & Wendy.

Buy your tickets in advance and we will reserve your seats! https://my805tix.com/events/tribute-to-judy-collins

Friday, May 10th, 2019

The Dave Congalton Show

Our old friend, Dave Congalton, is a big Judy Collins fan. We will be his guests to preview our set at the Judy Collins Tribute next Tuesday at the Morro Bay Wine Cellar. There will be time for some new Bob & Wendy songs as well. Get all the details on the tribute right here on the calendar page.

Sunday, February 10th, 2019

Linnaea's Cafe

Bob & Wendy have been added to the lineup.

Here's the scoop from Ted Waterhouse - This Sunday, February 10th, don't miss the last Central Coast performance (for the foreseeable future at least) of that great Progressive/protest musical duo* Ranchers for Peace as they close the show at Big Variety Night, Linnaea's Cafe, SLO. Hosted by yours truly, the show will feature not only the Ranchers but solo sets by Ranchers members Ray Duncan and Charles Duncan, sets by Randall Lamb, Peter Yelda, Megan Steinke, The Coffee Horze, Kitestrings and Cheri Mason with Ted Waterhouse in a series of short sweet sets.

Saturday, February 2nd, 2019

Studios on the Park

Opening reception for "Creative Couples" show featuring artisan couples and their work.

Sunday, January 6th, 2019

Sculpterra Winery

Host Steve Key presents another afternoon of song. We return as featured act at the showcase.

Check all the dates and times for Songwriters at Play here - http://www.songwritersatplay.com/

Saturday, August 25th, 2018

7 Sisters Brewing

Austin TX singer-songwriter Michael Fracasso returns to SLO for a rare free show. He's an internationally-touring artist with nine CDs in release who has recorded duets with Patty Griffin and Lucinda Williams. He has also recorded tributes to John Lennon, Woody Guthrie, Mickey Newbury and Townes Van Zandt. http://www.michaelfracasso.com/ Longtime SLO folk favorites Bob & Wendy will open the show, http://bobwendy.com/

Friday, August 24th, 2018

Painted Sky Recording Studios

Tickets available at Boo Boo’s Records S.L.O., at Ball & Skein 4210 Bridge St. Cambria. Or by calling 805-927-8330. If not sold out, tickets will be available at the door.

Michael Fracasso is a genre-crossing artist incapable of repeating himself. His critically acclaimed work includes nine distinctive solo CDs, recorded duets with both Patty Griffin and Lucinda Williams, an epic reinterpretation of John Lennon’s “Working Class Hero,” and memorable tributes to Woody Guthrie, Mickey Newbury and Townes Van Zandt. In 2011 he was short listed for the Austin Public Library Award for literary achievement.

Fracasso’s oft-celebrated songwriting has reached new heights on his latest collection, Here Come The Savages. Michael Fracasso has once again asserted himself as a miraculous American songwriter and truly exceptional singer, as well as a gifted interpreter of well-chosen covers. An authentic Texas musician born to Italian parents he spent years working the New York folk scene while mentored by the great Doc Pomus and has developed a grand aesthetic compass that is found in only a rare few.

Michael has toured through the Central Coast for years and has established a special bond with many locals and Bob & Wendy. His songwriting and performances around the world have built a loyal following of those who value sincere and authentic Americana roots music. Bob & Wendy will open with a short set and then join Michael for a memorable evening of intimate and powerful songs.

You can Listen to Michael at this link.......www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Sl_oMweCV8
Michael's Website......http://www.michaelfracasso.com
Bob & Wendy's Website......http://www.bobwendy.com/

Thursday, August 23rd, 2018

7 Sisters Brewing

Steve Key hosts a lineup that features The Harmony People and openers, Michael Fracasso, Bob & Wendy, Launni Ginn and others...including Steve Key himself.

Thursday, June 28th, 2018

7 Sisters Brewing

Steve Key hosts a hand-picked lineup of singer/songwriters. 7Sisters is a great place to enjoy live music with a casual, friendly vibe.

Sunday, May 27th, 2018

Puffers of Pismo

Host Ted Waterhouse presents another Women's Night, with a couple of exceptions being Bob and Ted.

Monday, May 21st, 2018

Morro Bay Wine Seller

Jill Knight is the featured artist. We will join forces here and there...

Sunday, May 13th, 2018

Tooth & Nail Winery

Enjoy the music of Bali singer songwriter Leanna Rachael. Bob will accompany and Bob & Wendy open.

More about Leanna Rachael here - http://leannarachel.com/

Thursday, May 10th, 2018

Puffers of Pismo

Leanna returns from Bali for another show at Puffers. Bob will accompany on cello...mostly.

Thursday, April 26th, 2018

7 Sisters Brewing

Steve Key hosts another great lineup of performing songwriters.
6:30—Bob & Wendy
6:50—Ynana Rose
7:10—John Sandoval
7:30— Megan Steinke
7:50—Dorian Michael
8:10--featured act Jeff Rymes
http://www.songwritersatplay/ com

Thursday, March 22nd, 2018

7 Sisters Brewing

Host Steve Key has included the acoustic duo version of Carbon City Lights in several showcases, and now they take the featured spot with their full quartet. Band founder Michael Venia moved to SLO from Toronto Canada in 2011. His original songs ring with influences of Dave Matthews Band, Coldplay, and Pearl Jam. Videos of his alternative indie rock songs have topped the "most viewed" charts on YouTube, and have also aired on radio and TV shows. Carbon City Lights is set to release its seventh studio album this year, entitled “We’re Going to Dream”. Preview some tracks at https://www.carboncitylights.com/music/
Special guests include Bob & Wendy, and Carolyn Birch.

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Puffers of Pismo

The long-running showcase goes to the beach. Host Ted Waterhouse has invited "some of the best female performers of the Central Coast." They include Cheri Mason, Karen Wilkins, Ynana Rose, Holly Ann Lewis, Amber Cross, Elizabeth Etta, Kristen Black, Erin Montgomery and Wendy Liepman. Ted has made an exception and will allow Bob to accompany Wendy...and others as is his habit.

Monday, February 5th, 2018

Morro Bay Wine Seller

Steve Key hosts a hand picked lineup of local and touring artists. B&W will be the featured act for this installment at the casual and fun venue overlooking the boats and bay....and rock.

Saturday, January 27th, 2018

Morro Bay Wine Seller

Presented by Steve Key of Songwriters at Play. Come celebrate one of Morro Bay's own, Jody Mulgrew. We'll cover his songs, from his days with the Johnny Starlings, The Skeleton Crew, and solo works. Performers include Inga Swearingen, Bob & Wendy, John Nowel, Ley Vaughn, Sebastian Luna, Shay & Sway, Craig McNichols, Peter Yelda, Steve Key, Elizabeth McMeans, Donna Phillips, Ben Davis, and more. Show begins at 6:30pm. Arrive early for a good seat! Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, (805) 772-8388. $10 cover charge, shared by all the performers. 21 & Over Only.

https://www.facebook.com/songwritersatplay/
www.songwritersatplay.com

Thursday, January 25th, 2018

7 Sisters Brewing

Rob Kimball is best-known as the public radio host of "Pickin' Up the Tempo", heard Tuesday nights on KCBX. He is also a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and song stylist covering classic folk and blues, as well as modern Americana writers. He's a frequent guest on our showcases, including tributes to Joni Mitchell, Linda Ronstadt, and Jackson Browne.

Special guests include Henry Toland, Bob & Wendy, Manuel Cantu, and Loren Radis

http://www.songwritersatplay.com/calendar#post-1952

Saturday, November 25th, 2017

Puffers of Pismo

Charlie Puffer is an energetic host who produces amazing food from the kitchen while pouring selected wines. We opened recently at PoP for Leanna Rachel, and will return to play a full evening for the dedicated local crowd.

Monday, November 20th, 2017

Morro Bay Wine Seller

Featured artist, Chelsea Williams has played several of our events as a member of The Salty Suites, and now takes a solo turn. Her 2017 album, "Boomerang", gets steady airplay on our public radio station KCBX. Chelsea's made a name for herself as a musician in Los Angeles in a less than traditional way. Without the support of a record label, or radio play, Chelsea managed to sell nearly 100,000 copies of her independently released records the old fashioned way, by playing on the street. Chelsea became the darling of Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade and captured the hearts of locals, tourists and fans from around the world, gaining an impressive following. Among those who have taken note of her talents and frequent her sets include Adam Sandler, Sheryl Crow, LeAnn Rimes, and Ron Howard to name a few. Crosby, Stills, and Nash even sent Chelsea flowers in appreciation of the quality of her cover of "Helplessly, Hoping" they had found on YouTube. More at http://www.chelseawilliams.com
Special guests include Stereo Chickens,Nashville's Sally and George,

Showcases are Mondays 6:30-9pm at Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, (805) 772-8388. The showcase includes one featured act, playing a 45-minute set to close out the night, and others playing 4-song sets. No cover charge, but we pass the tip bucket for the featured act. 21 & Over Only.

More info at http://songwritersatplay.com/

Thursday, October 12th, 2017

Puffers of Pismo

About Leanna Rachel - Los Angeles native and Bali based songstress Leanna Rachel weaves together vocals dripping with emotion, acoustic guitar, guitarlele, and mbira to create ethereal ballads.
Soulful, classic songwriting steeped in folklore, woven into a dreamlike mood, she elicits both authenticity and mystery, fragility and strength. Bob & Wendy will open the show and Bob will join Leanna on cello. This is her first performance on the Central Coast. You can get familiar with her music and story at http://leannarachel.com.

Friday, October 6th, 2017

East Wellbeing & Tea Spa

Songwriters at Play presents its first showcase at EAST Wellbeing & Tea Spa. The event celebrates the second anniversary of EAST, and is also part of Art After Dark. Our showcase runs from 6-9pm, and will feature rising star Josh Rosenblum.

Fans of John Mayer will find a lot to like about Josh Rosenblum, known for his fluid jazz-rock guitar chops and passionate vocals. The Modesto Area Music Awards has honored its native son with several awards for his songwriting and musicianship, including the title of "Next Big Thing". We've featured Josh on several showcases, and he was also a big hit on our tributes to Stevie Nicks, Leonard Cohen and James Taylor. For more than eight years, he's played music all over the state, both solo and with his band. His roots are in jazz, evolving into acoustic pop originals. Preview his music at http://www.joshrosenblumband.com/music.html
Special guests include Bob & Wendy, Tim Jackson, and Debra Windsong.

Friday, September 22nd, 2017

The Porch Cafe

Got a hankerin' for the Old West? Go no further than Santa Margarita....just a few miles from SLO. We will play our twangiest tunes.

Saturday, August 26th, 2017

Steynberg Gallery

Thursday, August 10th, 2017

Robin's

Part of Robin's Summer Nights in the Garden featuring live music, fine food and local wine.

Saturday, July 29th, 2017

Steynberg Gallery

Jim Conroy has played many of our tribute nights at the Steynberg (Jackson Browne, Van Morrison, Joni Mitchell). Now we're turning the tables, and hosting a tribute to his music. Performers include Jill Knight, Inga Swearingen, Joe Pilloud (of Big Daddy's Blues Band), Bob & Wendy, Julia & Brett Mitchell, Rob Kimball, Melanie Statom, Ramona Ault, Billy Baxmeyer, Tracy Morgan, Steve Key, and Jim Himself. Tickets are $15 general admission, available for advance purchase at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2965807  or at the venue, Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805.547.0278. The gallery has a cafe serving dinners, desserts, beer, and wine. Doors open at 6pm.
A Central Coast resident since 1989, Jim Conroy currently performs in the trio Burning, Bad & Cool, as well as Jim Conroy & The Mystery Brothers. In the early '90s, he was the leader of a number of R&B and country bands: The Moments, The Convictions, The Moonstone Cowboys and the acoustic duo Shim & Jim. In 1995, he released the CD “Convinced,” a mixture of R&B, gospel and country pop. For seven years he was a member of the San Luis Obispo Vocal Arts Ensemble, and was often a featured soloist with that group, joining them on tours of the British Isles and Canada. He formed the popular group “The Irish Potatoheads” with members of VAE, and delighted many an audience with their own version of Celtic music. He earned a respected place in the Jazz community, leading the Jim Conroy Quartet and producing the annual Jazz Vocal Summit for the SLO Jazz Federation. For the rest of the story, go to http://jimconroy.com

Saturday, April 29th, 2017

Harris Stage Lines

Spend an afternoon in the wild, wild west. There are covered wagons, horses, stage coaches, a giant pipe organ in the barn, BBQ...and Bob & Wendy playing on the old stage.

Sunday, January 8th, 2017

California Listening Room International Songwriters Retreat

Bob & Wendy are stealing away to the Santa Cruz mountains for a week of songwriting. Brett Perkins hosts another retreat workshop designed to let the creative juices flow among an international group of musicians in a beautiful, natural setting. Brett deserves credit for introducing the musicians who would later form Shadowlands. 'nuf said.
http://www.listeningroomretreats.com/

Tuesday, November 15th, 2016

Bang the Drum Brewery

Host Steve Key creates another stellar line up of singer songwriters from near and far. Enjoy the casual ambience with your fellow music lovers. More about Songwriters at Play at their website: http://www.songwritersatplay.com/

Sunday, October 23rd, 2016

Linnaea's Cafe

Ted Waterhouse hosts another hand-picked lineup. In addition to our set, our son Robin aka Bloom will play his hopeful and inspiring songs.

Thursday, August 25th, 2016

Steynberg Gallery

Fracasso's new alum, Here Come the Savages, gets four stars in this Austin Chronicle review.

http://www.austinchronicle.com/music/2016-04-22/michael-fracasso-here-come-the-savages/
He stops in SLO on his western tour. Long-time friends Bob & Wendy open.

Saturday, August 13th, 2016

El Colibri Hotel & Spa

Take a late afternoon walk along Moonstone Beach and top it off with a glass of wine, appetizers and music. Enjoy the company of locals and travelers alike.

Friday, August 5th, 2016

The Porch

Minutes from San Luis Obispo, Santa Margarita feels like another time and place. Spend an evening of song with host Steve Key and a hand picked lineup of singer songwriters. Keep up with Songwriters at Play at the website and Facebook.

http://songwritersatplay.com/
http://www.facebook.com/songwritersatplay

Friday, July 22nd, 2016

Linnaea's Cafe

Join Wendy and Bob's son Bloom (aka Robin) and friends for a concert at Linnaea's Cafe in downtown San Luis Obispo. Bob & Wendy will open the show and also perform with Bloom.

Bloom's music is earth activist focused, medicinal, enchanting, uplifting and enlivening. We invite you to enjoy the delicious drinks and treats at Linnaea's Cafe while enjoying Bloom's musical offering.

Bloom's music can be found at: www.BloomSounds.org

Sunday, July 3rd, 2016

Linnaea's Cafe

We've lost count of how many times we have played at Linnaea's Café, but we always jump at the chance. It is where we first played in San Luis Obispo...and they STILL ask us back! Host Ted Waterhouse puts on a show that is BIG and full of VARIETY....and at NIGHT.

Saturday, June 11th, 2016

El Colibri Hotel & Spa

Join us in the beautiful wine bar and share an evening of song with visitors and locals.

Thursday, June 2nd, 2016

Shell Cafe Pismo

Come celebrate the third anniversary of Songwriters at Play at the Shell Cafe. Host Steve Key has hand picked a lineup of some of his favorite songwriters. Shell Cafe is always fun and casual overlooking the blue Pacific.

Saturday, April 23rd, 2016

Harris Stage Lines

We return for another fun show at the equestrian center just north of Paso. The venue has a western theme complete with stage coaches and BBQ.

Thursday, April 14th, 2016

Socrates Coffee House

The Thursday night live music continues, hosted by Little Robbie Kimball of KCBX Pickin' Up the Tempo fame. Nick and Mike run a cozy, '60's style coffee house with beer and wine available. Get there early for a seat, or sit at the bar.

Friday, March 25th, 2016

Shell Cafe Pismo

Blue Moonshine hosts this event the second and fourth Friday of every month. Check out their "100 Octane Bluegrass Music" and a set by Bob & Wendy. We shared a stage at Arroyo Grande's Strawberry Festival and look forward to doing it again at the the Shell Café.

Sunday, January 10th, 2016

Linnaea's Cafe

Another great Ted Waterhouse production featuring touring musicians from Denmark, Sweden, and a few locals for local color.

Thursday, January 7th, 2016

Shell Cafe Pismo

She's a songwriter who first became known for her performance of traditional folk music, then covered the contemporary folk writers of the '60s, such as Bob Dylan, Phil Ochs, many more. We'll cover the hits (Diamonds and Rust, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Joe Hill) and the wide range of folk, blues, country, rock and pop songs from her extensive catalog. The performers include Bob & Wendy, Randall Lamb, Jeanne Newhall, Steve Key, Kate Bennett, Jimmy Townsend, Elizabeth Etta, Sofia Lundgren, and PJ Robertson. - See more at: http://www.songwritersatplay.com/calendar#post-1464

Monday, December 28th, 2015

Bang the Drum Brewery

Steve Key presents Brent Dannells, Ynana Rose, Steve Ambarian, Bob & Wendy, Jim Conroy, Jeffrey Pine, Erin Inglish, The Taproots, Tim Jackson, Damon Castillo. Songwriters At Play is held Mondays 6:30-9:00 at Bang The Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, (805) 242-8372. No cover charge, all ages OK.

Saturday, May 23rd, 2015

Strawberry Festival

We join the fun at the annual festival at Conrad’s Porch performance area.

Thursday, February 26th, 2015

Shell Cafe Pismo

With Loren Radis, Rowan Mcguire, Anson Krekeler, Tom Prasada-Rao and Lynn Langham. Full dinner menu available during show. Great place to hear live music two blocks from the beach.

Saturday, February 14th, 2015

GIUSEPPE’S

Only twenty tickets left for the pugs.

Monday, January 12th, 2015

Bang the Drum Brewery

We kick off a new showcase, spotlighting a trio of international touring artists. Swedish singer-songwriters Maria Blom and Annika Fehling shares the featured set with Brett Perkins, California native now based in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Brett Perkins has become accustomed to Paul McCartney comparisons since his LA club scene debut in the 1980s ("Reminiscent of a youthful Paul McCartney", said Music Connection Magazine). Brett even wrote a song about it ("Paul McCartney" on his 2009 solo CD, "Red Light, Green Light, Go"). Brett's songwriting style covers a wide range of genres and influences, resulting in his songs being covered by numerous artists in the US and Europe, as well as receiving widespread airplay, film and TV placements (MTV's Road Rules, NBC Movie of the Week). He's also won top prizes at the Great American Song Contest Pop Category and Australian Song Contest International Category, and a top 10 debut single by Sony artist Mads Langer. Brett is currently touring solo, as well as with his Denmark-based band, The Pawnshop Preachers, and California-based trio, Big Wide Room. He produces the Listening Room International Songwriter Retreats, held annually in six countries. http://www.brettperkins.com Annika FehlingTouring internationally, Annika Fehling continues to build an enthusiastic following around the world with her exhuberant guitar style and heartfelt songs sung in a voice both passionate and tender. In the U.S., Annika has played at venues as the legendary Bluebird Café in Nashville, and The Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas. With roots in Americana, folk, and pop musical styles, Annika writes music for herself, other artists, as well as theater and art exhibitions.
http://www.annikafehling.com/ Special guests on Jan. 12 include local favorites Bob & Wendy, http://bobwendy.com/, plus Temecula's Jessie Andra Smith, http://www.reverbnation.com/jessieandrasmith The showcase will also include Erin Inglish and Duncan Phillips, who are touring together in a show called The Long Memory, celebrating the songs and stories of Duncan's late father, Bruce "Utah" Phillips. http://erininglish.com/2014/01/07/announcing-the-long-memory-tour-remembering-utah-phillips/ - See more at: http://songwritersatplay.com/calendar/#sthash.ZfW8XXM2.dpuf

Saturday, January 10th, 2015

Steynberg Gallery

Cambria resident Jude Johnstone has played several Songwriters At Play tributes, covering songs by Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell, and Leonard Cohen. Tonight, we turn the tables, and present an evening of her songs, performed by some of the Central Coast's best acoustic artists. The lineup includes Bob & Wendy, Ynana Rose, Jill Knight, Nicole Stromsoe, Karen Tyler, Holly Ann Phillips, Aaron Porter, Steve Key, Jude's daughter Ray Duncan, and a closing set by Jude herself.
Jude's songs have been recorded by pop stars Stevie Nicks, Bette Midler, Johnny Cash, Jennifer Warnes, Emmylou Harris, and Bonnie Raitt. Country star Trisha Yearwood cut several of Johnstone’s songs, beginning with the intimate ballad, and number one country hit, “The Woman Before Me.” Jude is also a recording artist with six CDs in release. Preview her songs at http://judejohnstone.com/ Jude Johnstone has had her share of unforgettable moments during her three-decade music career. Fresh out of high school, she found herself seated next to Clarence Clemons, the E Street Band’s sax player, on an airplane. Afterward, he was so taken with the demo she sent that he invited her to recording sessions for The River and got her hooked up with Bruce Springsteen producer Chuck Plotkin in L.A. Then there were the singular songwriters—T Bone Burnett and Leonard Cohen, to name two—who recognized in her a kindred spirit and asked her to sing on their albums, and the legendary Motown bassist James Jamerson who’d show up early at her weekly gigs just because he enjoyed helping her decide which songs to put on the set list. Once, she even received an out-of-the-blue invitation to pen lyrics to music composed by Bob Dylan, who’s not only the archetypal singer-songwriter of the modern era but a pretty darn infrequent co-writer.
Advance tickets are available at the Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. Or call 805-547-0278. Tickets are $12. Come early for a good seat -- show begins at 7:30pm. The Steynberg Gallery cafe serves beer and wine, dinner and dessert items, gourmet coffee and tea.
- See more at: http://songwritersatplay.com/calendar/#sthash.ZfW8XXM2.dpuf

Saturday, August 9th, 2014

Le Cuvier Winery

Patio Soiree. Our monthly summer celebrations are back with new hours. Members only on the patio from 3 to 6 p.m. featuring special small plates & wines by the carafe for purchase, & music by Bob & Wendy with Karoline Hausted!

Saturday, June 21st, 2014

SLO TRACKS

BBQ TRI TIP SANDWICHES BBQ CHICKEN SANDWICHES SIDE DISHES, DRINKS

LORO: http://vimeo.com/26323202 TARWEED TWO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0Joqs3KlZ8 .PAPERMAN: http://www.reverbnation.com/thepaperman THE SPACES BETWEEN: http://www.reverbnation.com/thespacesbetween EMILY WRYN: http://www.reverbnation.com/emilywryn St. VINCENT FOLK: http://stvincentfolk.bandcamp.com/ SHADOWLANDS: http://bobwendy.com/?section=calendar

Saturday, June 14th, 2014

Live Oak Music Festival

Come experience the Live Oak Music Festival, its many musical acts, your many friends and neighbors, and beautiful surrounds. All the info is here - http://www.liveoakfest.org/

Saturday, May 24th, 2014

Steynberg Gallery

The monthly residency continues with some new songs, some not so old favorites, and Peter Steynberg's award winning curry dinner. Call for reservations.

Friday, May 9th, 2014

D'Anbino Winery

Various artist sing Wendy's songs adding their own twists and turns.

Tuesday, May 6th, 2014

Bliss Cafe

Our son Robin is producing this event that will include a variety of musical and other performers. Bob & Wendy play at 7pm.
Live music from:

~ Compersion: http://facebook.com/compersionmusic http://soundcloud.com/compersion With Daniel Francesco Cimo on Violin
Freshums Lovedrops on Drums

~ Bob and Wendy:

~ Panga: http://pangamusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Pangamusic
Interspersed with:

Enchanted songs from Ray Duncan
Transcendental poetry from Jowey MG
Medicine Songs and Buffalo Drumming from Shakti Shannonigans


Come get your vibrations lifted, your paradigm shifted,
heart and mind burst open, and your dancing feet groovin'
at our "Live in Bliss!" show!

Sunday, April 27th, 2014

Harris Stage Lines

St. James' annual BBQ and concert at the old west equestrian venue just north of Paso.

Saturday, April 26th, 2014

The Wise Owl

Come out to Cambria's coolest gathering spot for an enjoyable Saturday evening.

Saturday, April 19th, 2014

Steynberg Gallery

Concert and curry dinner is the magic combination at our monthly gallery residency. Call for reservations as these shows sell out.

Saturday, March 15th, 2014

Steynberg Gallery

Enjoy music and curry dinner for $20. Last month's dinner show sold out, so call for reservations!

Sunday, March 9th, 2014

Linnaea's Cafe

Shadowlands performs four songs, some of which may not exist as of this posting. The evening is packed with a big variety of performers playing short sets...at night.

Saturday, February 22nd, 2014

Steynberg Gallery

Friday, February 14th, 2014

D'Anbino Winery

Steve Key presents a special Valentines show with Boys & Girls and Shadowlands.

Saturday, January 18th, 2014

Steynberg Gallery

Shadowlands begins a monthly residency at the gallery.

Sunday, January 12th, 2014

Linnaea's Cafe

Ted Waterhouse presents a slew of short sets by performers from Denmark, Sweden and around the corner. Shadowlands performs in addition to Brett Perkins from Denmark. Brett introduced the Shadowlands members on the hunch that a collaboration would easily form. He also organized the songwriting workshops where Mark and Karoline met. Bob & Wendy played for Brett at a showcase in Pasadena.

The Lineup - The Dentures, Klaus Caprani, Sofia Ekberg, Jeremy Fama, Brett Perkins,
Shadowlands, Tim Jackson, Loren Radis, Banjar Dan, Pete Yelda
Craig Louis Dingman, J Street and the Leisurenaut, Ynana Rose, Ted
Waterhouse & Dan Wolf, Dulcie Taylor, Randall Lamb and last but by no
means least, Charles Duncan. Wow! What a show! Big Variety - Big Fun!
And best yet, it's Free!

Saturday, December 14th, 2013

Broken Earth Winery

Saturday, November 30th, 2013

Linnaea's Cafe

Bring your visiting friends and relatives to this downtown institution for a last minute Shadowlands gig.

Saturday, November 16th, 2013

Awakening Interfaith Spiritual Community

Come enjoy the music of Shadowlands. They are Bob & Wendy, Mark Davis and Karoline Hausted. Also performing is Ken Romero on Native Flute.

Saturday, October 26th, 2013

Seaside Cafe

New venue for us in coastal Shell Beach.

Thursday, October 24th, 2013

Steynberg Gallery

The 2013 Bioneers Conference starts on October 25th. Come to the pre-conference reception to hear Shadowlands.

http://www.ecologistics.org/centralcoastbioneers/2013-conference.html

Saturday, October 19th, 2013

Le Cuvier Winery

Saturday, October 12th, 2013

The Wise Owl

The Wise Owl is a Gathering Place of Art and Soul…
Come Celebrate Life with Us And Discover More of “Whooo You Are”

Music on the heated patio from 6pm to 9pm.

Friday, October 11th, 2013

Body + Balance Center

Visit the new physical therapy facility owned by our friends Paul and Lorna. Shadowlands (Karoline Hausted, Mark Davis, and Bob & Wend) will fill the new space with music.

Saturday, September 28th, 2013

House Concert

Contact Bob for more info at bliepman@yahoo.com

Sunday, September 22nd, 2013

Linnaea's Cafe

Host Ted Waterhouse invites an assortment of performers for an evening of music. Shadowlands (Mark Davis, Karoline Hausted, Bob & Wendy) play at 8:15pm.

Saturday, September 14th, 2013

East Mall Creekside

Rob Kimball (host)
Banjer Dan
Steve Key
The Grownups (Mark Davis, Karoline Hausted, Bob & Wendy)
Ranchers for Peace
Blue Souls
Jade Jackson
Dulcie Taylor with George Nauful
Kenny Blackwell and Dorian Michael
Louie Ortega

Advance tickets available at Boo Boo Records, The Barrel Room, and Wilkins Graphics

Saturday, August 31st, 2013

Sculpterra Winery

Karoline Hausted, Mark Davis, and Bob & Wendy play out together again. Open to the public for the first time, the Musical Sculpture Garden Tour is a great evening of music, wine, and small bites. Music from the main stage until the evening walking tour with live music performed at each sculpture.

Saturday, August 24th, 2013

Steynberg Gallery

An evening of selected original songs performed individually and together.

Karoline Hausted - http://www.blushmusicrecords.com/
Mark Davis - http://www.reverbnation.com/markdavisandtheinklings

Saturday, August 17th, 2013

Laetitia Winery

An afternoon of music and wine with Bob & Wendy, Val and Al, and Karoline Hausted. Brought to you by Steve Key, host of Songwriters at Play, and Laetitia Winery.

Karoline Hausted's website - http://www.blushmusicrecords.com/
Val and Al play authentic blues with energy and style.

Thursday, August 15th, 2013

Shell Cafe Pismo

We open for our friend and collaborator Mark Davis, who is the featured artist at this Steve Key hosted Songwriters at Play. The location is two blocks from the ocean and offers a full menu and laid back atmosphere.

Mark Davis, long recognized as one of Southern California’s most passionate and lyrical artists, is now a San Luis Obispo resident. He gathers inspiration from sources both personal and universal, from the simple moments of daily decisions to larger questions of faith and love. Fans of David Gray and George Harrison will find much to like in Mark's moody, hypnotic, yet somehow uplifting pop-rock sound. He tours internationally with the trio, Big Wide Room. Preview his music at http://www.reverbnation.com/markdavisandtheinklings
6:30—Christopher Williams
6:50—Jeff Bright
7:10—Spoonfed Lightning duo
7:30—Lost Hills
7:50—Gregory Rawlins
8:10—Bob & Wendy
8:30--featured act Mark Davis

Saturday, August 10th, 2013

Alegria Wine and Ware

Steve Key presents featured artist Martin Paris. We will be among the openers at this sunny, Downtown venue across from the mission.

"Guitarist Off The Vine" is the title of a Martin Paris CD, Martin Parisso it's no surprise that he's a big favorite in Paso Wine Country. Martin is a talented and well rounded acoustic guitarist who takes you on an instrumental journey. He presents a versatile array of original material, blending styles of pop, folk, blues, ballads and Celtic arrangements. For a taste of his tunes, go here: www.martinparismusic.com

Sunday, July 28th, 2013

White Heron Sangha

Wendy sings songs related to and inspired by her practice.

Friday, July 26th, 2013

Steynberg Gallery

From Austin, TX, Michael Fracasso, brings his unique mix of poetic, traditional, driving, insightful originals (and occasional covers) to the West Coast. Bob and Wendy will open and be ready to join Michael on stage, as we have done over the years. Come experience the compelling performance and craft of this seasoned Texas troubadour. Speaking of seasoned, Michael has recently released a cook book, copies of which will be available at the show.

Saturday, July 20th, 2013

Le Cuvier Winery

While this is a wine club event, our friends and fans are welcome to come out and enjoy the wine, food and music. There will be specially priced wines by the glass or carafe and light food fare prepared in their own kitchen. So it is a "private" affair, and you are on the guest list!

Thursday, July 18th, 2013

Shell Cafe Pismo

Steve Key presents another great show. Cool off at the beach after a long hot day.

6:30—Bryan Chan
6:50—Young Ireland
7:10—Matthew White
7:30—Julian Temple
7:50—Bob & Wendy
8:10—Mark Davis
8:30--featured act Karoline Hausted

Sunday, July 14th, 2013

Linnaea's Cafe

Ted Waterhouse selects a lineup that is truly a varietal blend of musicians.

Saturday, July 13th, 2013

SLO Natural Foods

Come see the new, larger SLO Natural Foods store during it's grand opening.

Wednesday, June 12th, 2013

Monday Club

Friday, May 31st, 2013

Barrel Room

The Barrel Room is intimate, cozy, friendly, and free! Come join us for a few songs on a Friday evening in Atascadero.

Sunday, May 5th, 2013

Linnaea's Cafe

Continuing a long tradition at Linnaea's Cafe, Ted Waterhouse presents an assortment of short sets by locals...and one talented guy all the way from Beullton.

Saturday, April 20th, 2013

Harris Stage Lines

St. James Episcopal Church throws their annual western BBQ and concert at the fun equestrian themed Harris Stage Lines. Enjoy good food, music in the outdoor venue north of town and support their good work.

Saturday, April 13th, 2013

Alegria Wine and Ware

This will be a beautiful sunny afternoon show across the street from the Mission in downtown SLO.

4:00 Steve Key
4:20 Derek Senn
4:40 Bob & Wendy
5:00 Brent Dannells
5:20 Mark Davis
5:40 Karoline Hausted
6:00 Girls & Boys