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Alice Howe & Freebo
September 13th - 7:30 - GiG
1808 Second Street - 30. TICKETS!
Alice Howe & Freebo have undeniable chemistry. Rock bass legend Freebo weaves his fretless stylings into Alice’s soulful, impeccably-tuned vocals for a harmony-driven performance showcasing two uniquely compelling songwriters.
Freebo is a genuine folk, rock, and blues icon who has toured and recorded with some of the greatest artists of his generation, and is best known for his ten years as bassist with Bonnie Raitt. His fretless bass can be heard on records by John Mayall, Ringo Starr, Crosby Stills & Nash, Maria Muldaur, Joe Walsh, Dr. John, and many more. Freebo is also a multi award-winner and finalist in numerous songwriting contests, was recognized as Best Folk Artist by the Los Angeles Music Awards, and has appeared on Saturday Night Live, The Muppet Show, The Midnight Special, and in concert with the Legendary Spinal Tap.
Alice Howe had the honor of being named Best Female Artist at the International Acoustic Music Awards. To hear her sing is to be enraptured by the natural, unaffected beauty of her voice. There’s no artifice, no histrionics — just honest, authentic, emotionally resonant singing in the tradition of the roots music that shaped her. Her poetic lyrics and melodic sensibilities take center stage on her latest solo album Circumstance, produced by Freebo and recorded at legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, AL.
“Together, on stage, Howe and Freebo are the perfect fit.” - Americana UK
“One of 2023’s best albums. This isn’t just a singer – this is an artist.” - Americana Highways
“When these two get together, prepare yourself for an extraordinary evening of song and smiles, and maybe a tear or two. Powerful songwriting, mesmerizing vocals, outstanding musicianship, and a palpable camaraderie make for an experience unsurpassed on the contemporary acoustic scene.” - The Folk Music Notebook
Mafalda Minnozzi and Paul Ricci
Wednesday, September 23rd -7:30 - GiG
1808 Second Street - $30 - TICKETS!
Come experience a rare appearance of the Italian born, Brazilian bred and NY raised Mafalda Minnozzi. Mafalda and guitarist Paul Ricci come to GiG after a year of touring in the USA, Brazil, Italy and Germany behind the success of her latest album RIOFONIC. It was the #1 jazz vocal album for the 2025 year-end “JazzWeek” radio charts with extensive airplay on KVSF and other important national outlets. Her fresh arrangements and unique jazz improvisational style applied to classic songbooks from the USA, Brazil, Italy and France, provides a familiar yet surprising experience for the audience. Mafalda has sung in duet with legends like Milton Nascimento, Joao Bosco, Leny Andrade and many others while her USA jazz releases feature Dave Liebman, Joe Locke, John Patitucci and others. She was recently awarded an Italian presidential medal for her work merging Italian culture with Jazz and Brazilian music around the world so come catch her and see why. Joining her will be her longtime guitarist and producer Paul Ricci, whose own album “The Path” on Origin records, received a rave review from JazzTimes magazine. Their many years of performing in duo provides a powerful experience that transcends their respective typical roles.
“There is no one … who comes from outside Brasil… with the kind of understanding, depth of emotion, and rhythmic swagger as Mafalda Minnozzi” - (Raul Da Gama - Latinjazz.net
“Boundlessly expressive …. connecting to each lyric viscerally, regardless of language. - JazzTimes
Christine Tassan et les Imposteures
October 7th - 7:30 - GiG
1808 Second Street - 30. TICKETS!