2009 Summer Nights Performers

Summer Nights General Information

 

June 4

Sweet Sunny South

Leave your inhibitions in the car when you pull up to be entertained by the legendary “Sweet Sunny South.” This Colorado bluegrass quartet will entertain children and adults—and even adults that act like children.

 

Their music is award winning, fun, fresh and appreciated by audiences of all ages. Be ready for an evening of true old-fashioned fun that warps you like a time machine back to the good old days of banjo pickin’ bluegrass.

 

www.sweetsunnysouth.com

 

 

June 11

Slaid Cleaves

Dream, traverse, compliment, provoke, illuminate—all words to describe the unique abilities of singer-songwriters. “Slaid Cleaves” does all of these and more. His music invokes passion and hope. His New England upbringing collides with his Texas home to bring to life what the New York Times has called, “one of the finest singer-songwriters in Texas.”

 

An evening with “Slaid Cleaves” will be truly unforgettable. His songs tell stories. His music, tightly-wrapped and unfolding before you, makes you keep asking for more, like a child opening birthday presents.

 

www.slaid.com

 

June 18

Incendio

 

The southwestern hit that is making waves throughout the country is back in Albuquerque for one night only.

 

The beautiful Botanic Garden creates the perfect venue for this supercharged evening of music by “Incendio.” Self-identified as Latin guitar world fusion, this new and upcoming genre is Latin rock with a twist.

 

“Incendio” will be sure to delight all your senses like a good bowl of hot green chile stew. The show is just as captivating as the music. “Incendio” is getting bigger and bigger each year, and 2009 looks promising for this quartet. Buy your tickets now because this show is sure to sell out.

 

www.incendioband.com

 

 

June 25

Wagogo

There always has to be room for the local favorite at Summer Nights and “Wagogo” deserves the honors. One of the longest standing, most evolved New Mexican bands, “Wagogo” still captivates audiences and gets everyone out of their seats singing and dancing.

 

Their music is “a rhythmic cocktail out of their Chicano influences, Northern Mexico folk songs, warm calypso island grooves, and the captivating spirit music of Zimbabwe.” This show will be an evening of family fun. Join us to enjoy this group from our very own backyard with impressive talent, dedication, and originality.

 

www.wagogobanda.com

 

July 9

The Infamous Stringdusters

A completely new harmonic blend of bluegrass, rock, country, blues, folk and jazz—“The Infamous Stringdusters” is American acoustic music.  This quintet is becoming one of the most sought after acts in the industry. With a major motion picture deal in the works, “The Infamous Stringdusters” will be a rare treat for Summer Nights.

 

“The Infamous Stringdusters” will bring a new face to bluegrass music—redefining the genre with each performance. The show will elevate your senses and give a breath of fresh air to bluegrass music.

 

thestringdusters.com

 

July 16

The Chris Dracup Band

Chris Dracup, a life long resident of New Mexico, began performing at the age of sixteen in his hometown of Taos, NM. Since then he has been a singer and lead guitarist with some of New Mexico's favorite bands, including The Muttz, The Rattle Cats, The Chris Dracup Trio and The Chris Dracup Project.

Known for his stunning and soulful electric blues guitar, he works in a diverse range of musical styles. His acoustic guitar playing draws heavily from the blues tradition, an eclectic mix of Delta slide, country blues and jazz influences. His songwriting has garnered critical and popular acclaim and won him an enduring fan base. The Chris Dracup Band was voted best blues artist/group in 2009 best of ABQ by Local-iQ Magazine.

 

chrisdracup.com

 

 

 

 

 

July 23

Sam and Ruby

When two accomplished, self-made musicians collaborate and tackle new projects, the outcome is entirely unpredictable. In the summer of 1999, Wisconsin-native Sam Brooker and Ghana-born Ruby Amanfu met in Nashville. Their friendship, nurtured by mutual respect, is fostering itself into the unstoppable force known as “Sam and Ruby.”

 

With their debut album just released, the duo is one of the most prolific up and coming acts in the world. Featured in The Secret Lives of Bees, their hit “Heaven’s My Home” is only a preview of what will unfold during their show.  “Sam and Ruby” will be the show of the year.

 

www.myspace.com/samandruby

 

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