January, 1995 Postcrypt Schedule

Postcrypt Coffeehouse

January, 1995

Mike Kramer - This Columbia College student starts off the Winter '95 season with thoughtful songwriting and excellent guitar and harmonica playing.
Maria Sangiolo - This compelling singer/songwriter has a voice that "sends shivers." She recently released her first CD entitled "eyes of the heart," which was produced by Brooks Williams. Welcome Maria for her Postcrypt debut!
Dave's True Story - This duo of vocalist Kelly Flint and guitarist David Cantor combines the joyous innocence of the '40s with a deadpan contemporary irony that perfectly captures the '90s. Vin Scelsa has called their music "wonderful stuff...reminiscent of Cole Porter." They'll be playing an extra-long set on this special opening night of the Winter '95 season!

Gregg Cagno - Gregg is a singer/songwriter/guitarist based in Hoboken, NJ. He has appeared on several Fast Folk recordings, and tonight marks his first appearance at the Postcrypt Coffeehouse.
Kim Forehand - Best known for having a flair for unusual ballads, this Kansas-based singer/songwriter was a New Folk Winner at the 1993 Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas. She has appeared live on the "World Cafe" syndicated radio program, and we welcome her back for her second appearance at Columbia University.
Greg Greenway - This Boston-based singer/songwriter recently appeared on Christine Lavin's "Big Times in a Small Town" compilation, and he was also a part of last fall's Shelter benefit concert at Carnegie Hall. The Boston Globe has described Greg's music as "...nothing short of revelatory."

AN EVENING OF BAR NONE RECORDING ARTISTS - Bar None Records is the Hoboken-based independent label which is known for breaking artists such as They Might Be Giants and Freedy Johnston. This special showcase night at the Postcrypt will present four Bar None recording artists. The duo Professor & Maryanne was discovered by Bar None at CBGBs in the summer of '92. Hell's Kitchen resident Lonesome Val's debut album was produced by Suzzy Roche. Kate Jacobs' songwriting covers unusual topics such as nunning and the Story of O. The duo Drink Me finishes out the night with their vocal harmonies and collection of weird instruments, including kazoo and Fanta bottle.

The Metropolecats - Quite possibly the best jug band in Manhattan - you'll stomp your feet, slap your thighs, and want to kiss your cousins when you hear them!
Christian Bauman - Christian's songs have been covered by Postcrypt favorites Eddy Lawrence, Jack Hardy, and Wendy Beckerman, and he has appeared on several Fast Folk albums. He has just released his CD, "Out Here in the Perimeter," which will be available for the first time at this special Postcrypt show.
Raymond Gonzalez and Amy Malkoff - Raymond's songs and Amy's harmonies are all original, and when asked what type of music they play, they will tell you "Classical Avant-Folk." Their style has been described as original, witty, and sophisticated. Using only their voices and steel-string and classical guitar, it's like nothing you've ever heard before.

Susan Renner Band - Susan delivers a driving acoustic rhythm on her guitar, backed up by a violinist and bass guitarist. The band plays venues such as CBGB's Gallery and Sin-é Cafe.
The Chanting House - Singer Susan McKeown and guitarist Greg Anderson perform original material with a distinctive style and an acoustic rock sound. They've been written up in Interview and Time magazines.

Open Stage - Folk, blues, bluegrass, jazz, reggae - you name it! We also welcome poets, storytellers, actors, comics, and performers of all kinds. Performances start at 9:00, sign-up is at 8:45. Eight to ten minute limit.