Crazy Man Crazy needs a new guitar player (Philadelphia, PA)

Crazy Man Crazy guitarist Julian Root will be embarking upon a country-wide musical odyssey very shortly, and so has bowed out of the band. We’ll miss him, cuz he’s a good friend and a talented guy!

We’re seeking a new guitar player (either permanent or a fill-in for the Johnny Cash Tribute coming up in Philly on Sat, October 30th), to play 50s-style rock n’ roll, blues, country n’ swing originals and covers.

We rehearse Thursday nights in Upper Darby, just 15 minutes west of Philly.

You can hear 3 of our originals at:

http://www.myspace.com/crazymanblues

We also cover Hank Williams, Eddie Cochran, Elvis, Johnny Cash, etc.

If interested, email me at michaelsubvert@msn.com or call me at 610-931-1690.

Thanks!

The Blues/R&B band Philadelphia Brothers Reunion will be replacing Crazy Man Crazy at the August 7th ALL AGES show at the Rotunda.

I would like to thank the Brothers for stepping into the gap while I go up to New Hampshire to spend some time with my mother, who is in the hospital again due to cancer.

Thanks also to Crazy Man Crazy guitarist Julian Root for taking over the responsibility of finding another band and running the show. I have some awesome friends, no doubt.

Details on the show are below. See y’all when I get back…

–Michael
Crazy Man Crazy

SATURDAY, AUGUST 7th, 2010

PHILADELPHIA BROTHERS REUNION (Blues/R&B)

SHAKEY LYMAN

RASAN ALLBRITTON

@The Rotunda
4014 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Click here for directions to the Rotunda

DOORS 7pm, SHOW STARTS 8pm
ALL AGES
Suggested Donation: $5 (no one will be turned away for lack of funds)

Email michaelsubvert@msn.comfor more info.

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=102529019802481

PLEASE NOTE: The Rotunda is a smoke and alcohol free venue. Please respect this policy and the venue. Thanks!

Crazy Man Crazy will once again be joined by bluesman Shakey Lyman for an all ages bill at the Rotunda in Philadelphia on Saturday, August 7th, 2010. Rounding out the evening will be solo artist and friend of the band Rasan Allbritton, who y’all might recall from his amazing performance at the Five Minute Follies this past May.

And we can’t say for sure yet, but Crazy Man Crazy might have a little surprise for you. Stay tuned… and meanwhile, check out the full show details below.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 7th, 2010

CRAZY MAN CRAZY

SHAKEY LYMAN

RASAN ALLBRITTON

@The Rotunda
4014 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Click here for directions to the Rotunda

DOORS 7pm, SHOW STARTS 8pm
ALL AGES
Suggested Donation: $5 (no one will be turned away for lack of funds)

Email michaelsubvert@msn.comfor more info.

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=102529019802481

PLEASE NOTE: The Rotunda is a smoke and alcohol free venue. Please respect this policy and the venue. Thanks!

Heavy rock band Big Terrible will be joining Crazy Man Crazy and The Danger O’s on Saturday, July 3rd, 2010, at the Khyber, 56 S. Second Street in Philadelphia, PA.

WXPN Program Director Bruce Warren said of Big Terrible: “This stuff is good. These guys remind me of a cross between Black Sabbath, Soundgarden, and The Black Crowes. They have their own thing though.”

We’re lookin’ forward to sharing the stage with Big Terrible and the Danger O’s on July 3rd. Full details are below.

SATURDAY, JULY 3rd 2010

THE DANGER O’S

CRAZY MAN CRAZY

BIG TERRIBLE

Email michaelsubvert@msn.comfor more info.

Crazy Man Crazy will be sharing the stage with The Danger O’s on Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 at the Khyber, 56 S. Second Street in Philadelphia. Come on out and rock with us! Full details are below.

Thanks to Sunny Day Music for another great show!

SATURDAY, JULY 3rd 2010

THE DANGER O’S

Crazy Man Crazy

Email michaelsubvert@msn.comfor more info.

Thanks again to everyone who came out to see Crazy Man Crazy in March at the North Star Bar in Philadelphia. Our draw on a weekday night was strong enough to score us a Saturday night gig at the North Star. Come on out and celebrate with us…

SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010

The New Music Series welcomes:

The Warhawks

Crazy Man Crazy

Davis Howley

@North Star Bar & Restaurant
2639 Poplar Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Phone: (215) 787-0488

Click here for directions to the North Star Bar

9pm 21+ $9

Facebook Event Page:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=123926057624533

Email michaelsubvert@msn.comfor more info.

I would like to thank everyone who came out to see the very first Five Minute Follies, hosted by Crazy Man Crazy, this past Saturday, May 1st, 2010, at the Rotunda in Philadelphia, PA. The house was packed and y’all were so enthusiastic and responsive. Thanks for your applause, your cheers, for singing along with Peter Redmond, for clapping along with Belly Dancer Fatima Bassmah.

And while we’re on the subject of thanks, thanks to all the amazing acts. The abovementioned Fatima and Peter, along with White Elephant Burlesque Society, Nebulous Intent, The Ducks, Singer Songwriter Rasan Allbritton (one of these days I’ll pronounce your name right), Steve Lippe, and writer/director Briana Michelle Cannon and her brilliant cast, all kept the crowd spellbound throughout.

A big time thanks to my talented and tireless co-producer/stage manager, Crystal Why. You were there when I needed you — and more often than not, before I needed you.

The same could be said of the boys in my band, Crazy Man Crazy. Mark Alexander, Brandon Porter and Julian Root are three of the nicest and most talented guys I have ever worked with. Not to get sappy on y’all, but it’s great to have such good friends and artistic collaborators. You don’t often find both in the same place. I am very fortunate.

Finally, let me express my immense gratitude to Jason Neugent, Frank Bellina and Gina Renzi of the Rotunda. We threw you one curve after another and you handled it all beautifully.

And now we must set our sights on the next Five Minute Follies. Once again, the call goes out for acts. Spread the word. Philly has an old school variety show again.

Oh, and… rock on.

–Michael

The debut of the Five Minute Follies (hosted by Crazy Man Crazy) is approaching fast. Come on out this Saturday, May 1st, to the Rotunda, 4014 Walnut Street in Philadelphia, PA, to see a show unlike any other. In the true spirit of variety, we’ve got a little bit of everything, and something for everyone. Check out all the details below. See ya there!

SATURDAY, MAY 1, 2010

Crazy Man Crazy hosts a Variety Show Extravaganza!

THE FIVE MINUTE FOLLIES
a fast-paced tribute to the golden age of variety
NO ACT LONGER THAN 5 MINUTES!

Scheduled acts include:

Belly Dancer Fatima Bassmah

The Ducks (Twisted Folk)

Eng & Friends Dance Company

Jazz Singer Peter Redmond

The Gentle Cycle (a new one-act play)

Jess, Rob, and Will (Sketch Comedy)

Nebulous Intent presents “Dick Noir! and the Golden Snatch” (a 2-part radio play)

Steve Lippe – “A Few Jokes From Steve” (A Lecture)

Singer Songwriter Rasan Allbritton

White Elephant Burlesque Society

@The Rotunda
4014 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Click here for directions to the Rotunda

Doors 7pm
Show 8pm
$5 suggested donation (no one will be turned away for lack of funds)

PLEASE NOTE: SOME MATERIAL MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AUDIENCES

Email michaelsubvert@msn.com

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Crazy Man Crazy hosts the Five Minute Follies

On Saturday, May 1st, Crazy Man Crazy will host The Five Minute Follies, a fast-paced onstage tribute to the classic variety shows. The Five Minute Follies harkens back to the great days of television variety, paying homage to programs such as Ed Sullivan’s “Toast of the Town” and Ted Mack’s Original Amateur Hour. No act will be longer than 5 minutes and Crazy Man Crazy will link the show together with musical numbers.

The Five Minute Follies will be staged at Crazy Man Crazy’s home base in Philadelphia, The Rotunda at 4014 Walnut Street. Complete details are below.

PLEASE NOTE: We’re still looking for acts to fill out the evening. Singers, dancers, jugglers, comedians, and ALL kinds of variety acts are more than welcome. UNUSUAL ACTS ESPECIALLY SOUGHT.

Your act must be no longer than 5 minutes and it must be entertaining (funny, dramatic, touching, surprising, whatever). You must be able to get on and offstage quickly, no longer than 1 minute setup and 1 minute breakdown.

No bands, but solo artists welcome with own accompaniment (live or CD with backing tracks). Electric piano provided but you must supply accompanist.

No pay. No pyrotechnics, no nudity, no animal acts.

Feel free to send links to audio or video. email michael@crazymancrazy.com

SATURDAY, MAY 1, 2010

Crazy Man Crazy hosts a Variety Show Extravaganza!

THE FIVE MINUTE FOLLIES
a fast-paced tribute to the classic variety shows
NO ACT LONGER THAN 5 MINUTES!

@The Rotunda
4014 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Click here for directions to the Rotunda

PLEASE NOTE: SOME MATERIAL MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AUDIENCES

Doors 7pm
Show 8pm
$5 suggested donation (no one will be turned away for lack of funds)

email michael@crazymancrazy.com

Facebook link to this event:
Crazy Man Crazy hosts the Five Minute Follies

Crazy Man Crazy is slated to play a gig at Philadelphia’s legendary North Star Bar on Tuesday, March 9th. If we can bring out a lot of people to this show, the North Star will give us a weekend gig. I know it’s a Tuesday, but if you can make it out, please give us a hand and tell the doorman you’re here to see Crazy Man Crazy. Thanks in advance for your help, and see ya on March 9th for the rockin’!

TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 2010

HELP CRAZY MAN CRAZY GET A WEEKEND GIG AT THE NORTH STAR BAR:
Come out to this show and tell the doorman you’re here to see Crazy Man Crazy!

The New Music Series welcomes:

CRAZY MAN CRAZY
http://crazymancrazy.com/

SOUL POLE
http://www.myspace.com/SoulPole2008

BROAD ST. BLUES
http://www.myspace.com/broadstblues

VENT
http://www.myspace.com/ventmusicill

@North Star Bar & Restaurant
2639 Poplar Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130

$7 21+
for TICKETS, contact Crazy Man Crazy
email michael@crazymancrazy.com

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Crazy Man Crazy at the North Star Bar