Posts Tagged ‘Northern Light’

Northern Light Espresso Bar & Café is excited to feature Nashville based Folk Rocker Mat Burke.

http://www.mat-burke.com/index.html

http://www.myspace.com/matburke

Our Artist of the Month is Jennifer Brandon w/ Jache’ Studio featuring “Moments in Italy & Pet Portraits”.

http://web.me.com/jache/Jache_Studio/Paintings.html

Come join us at Northern Light Espresso Bar for April First Friday in Scranton. It is going to be a great month with the oil abstract work of the very talented artist, Michael Lambert; and the soulful sounds of the infamous Clarence Spady.

The title of Michael Lambert’s show is “Remedied Those Carnival Blues,” which references the 9 to 5 work grind (and then some – to attempt to make ends meet), struggling from paycheck to paycheck, and giving everything you can to take care of your family and set a good example. The reference to a carnival is both direct and metaphoric.

The works as separate entities begin as paint, surface and an innate drive to make paintings. As Lambert says, “there is no truer window for a cathartic and expressive act than painting.” His recent works express the meditative and subtle – but as an end result. The layer building is frantic and almost a reference back to action painting. Yet he slaps the paint on in just one color at a time. Layer after layer he uses different tools and methods to apply the paint to build somewhat of topography. The process then slows as the surface he wants is there, and then he begins to explore color.

How great!

So stop in, because you don’t want to miss this; or the infamous Clarence Spady!

Zak Zavada Photography

Twist your view of reality tonight with the amazing duo of Zak Zavada and Kristen Leonard, while Rupert Wates lays down his smooth sounds!

6 – 9pm at Northern Light Espresso Bar.

We look forward to seeing you all! So don’t miss it!

Zak Zavada Photography

First Friday Scranton this March is going to be an exciting one! Photographer Zak Zavada and Illustrator Kristen Leonard have teamed up again to twist your view of reality. Join us on First Friday to catch a glimpse of an ice monster, spot the slithering creatures on the river bottom and catch the phoenix in mid-flight. All work will be for sale.

Rupert Wates is sure to be a crowd pleaser at your favorite musical venue in Scranton.

“Every cut’s a gem, completely enthralling, absorbing…….” (Mark Tucker)

Rupert Wates was born in London. He describes his music as acoustic, melodic art/folk.
He has been a full time songwriter since 1992 when he signed an exclusive deal with Eaton Music Publishing.
Since his move to the US in fall 2006 his music has found a warm reception and in 2007 alone he was nominated eight times for songwriting awards. Strong melodies, memorable lyrics, nuanced
and real emotion – these are the hallmarks of Rupert Wates’ music.
Rupert plays 100-150 live shows a year in venues all over the US. In 2008 his album ‘Dear Life’ was named ‘one of the best CDs of 2008’ by the Indie Acoustic Project (www.indieacoustic.com).

So stop on in and relax with a nice Chai, or other warm beverage!!!

This is going to be an exciting First Friday in Scranton with Devon O’Keefe, and the infamous Bog Swing Band setting up at Northern Light!

Devon O’Keefe is an illustrator in Scranton, PA. He was born and raised just outside of Scranton in Madison Township. He attended Baptist Bible College for music, and is currently attending Marywood University.   Devon will graduate next semester with a BFA in illustration. He creates art mostly from his imagination; a world of knights, ents, dragons, kings, and the occasional hobbit, but also works from life in watercolor and ink.

And well, you all know the Bog Swing Band by now!  Don’t miss it!

You have to stop into to Northern Light Espresso Bar this February to check out the amazing multi-talented artist, Devon O’Keefe.

Known for working in oil, watercolor, charcoal, pastels, and for sometimes just painting on walls with acrylic; Devon’s talent is evident in his varied works. In fact, whether he is illustrating books; playing music with his acoustic folk band, The Autumn Altar; or just climbing trees, Devon O’Keefe is sure to please.

So stop in Northern Light this coming month, and show your appreciation for this amazing artist.

Oh, and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Save the date!  January 22nd Northern Light Espresso Bar is excited to present both Sarah Blacker from Cambridge, MA and Scranton’s own Billy Rogan.  More info to follow!

The infamous Billy Rogan will be joining Sarah Blacker for a show you won’t want to miss at Northern Light. Not familiar with Billy Rogan? Well you should be. Read below….

About Billy Rogan

Billy Rogan is a well-versed guitarist know mostly for his instrumental acoustic work, whose influences include the styles and techniques of artists such as Michael Hedges, Leo Kottke, Keller Williams and Kaki King. His original compositions reflect a unique combination of classical and modern fingerstlye with hints of new age sounds that blend forms with these intricate details.
In 2008/2009, Rogan was awarded the opportunity to study with Tim Reynolds of the Dave Matthews Band, was selected Top Twenty out of three-thousand applicants for the Mass Transit Authority (MTA) of New York/New Jersey’s – Music Under New York (MUNY) rostered musicians for his unique talent, as well as voted “Best One Man Musical Act” by The Abington Journal – a local publication in Rogan’s home town of Clarks Summit, PA.

What others are saying about Billy Rogan’s guitar work:

Eric Bazilian – Grammy nominated singer/songwriter/guitarist – “Billy, I am floored by what you do. I had the pleasure of seeing Michael Hedges several times, meeting and talking with him as well. He was taken way before his time. You’re carrying the torch brilliantly.”

Bill Kirchen – Grammy nominated singer/songwriter/guitarist – “Billy is a fearsome picker, although picker doesn’t do justice to what he does with and to the guitar. Catch him live if at all possible, and see what one dangerous man armed only with a guitar can do”

George Graham – NPR Host, Producer, Music Journalist, Studio Engineer – ” A remarkably talented guitarist…Rogan performs a set of acoustic guitar instrumentals in a virtuosic style, with a distinctive percussive techniques reminiscent of the late Michael Hedges.”

David Hague, Independent Magazine – “Soaring melodic compositions, complex two-handed tapping techniques, and a passion for what he does. These are a few of the characteristics that describe the music of guitarist Billy Rogan.”

WCLH 90.7, Wilkes University – “Billy Rogan definitely had a unique sound with his method of guitar tapping. It’s absolute insanity to see this guy play live! This guy is genuine through and through and it can be seen in his attention and passion to the music he plays.”
Promoters – Poconotes LLC – “The moment we heard Billy, we knew he had it”…He is someone who says something with his guitar.”

Electric City/Diamond City Entertainment Weekly – “Billy Rogan has been quietly dissecting the local music scene – creating numbers with authenticity and performing with inventiveness. The experience of watching him play easily matches the extraordinary sound he produces.”

Watch clips of Billy: www.youtube/billyrogan
Stream some free audio: www.myspace.com/billyrogan