Muses are a sisterhood of goddesses or spirits, their number set at nine by Classical times,
who embody the arts and inspire the creation process with their graces through remembered and improvised song and stage,
writing, traditional music, and dance. Not only are the Muses explicitly used in modern English to refer to an inspiration,
as when one cites his/her own artistic muse, but they are also implicit in the words "amuse" or "musing upon". *


Cafe MUSE offers Free Entertainment...
And a rotating Art Gallery featuring artwork by local artists.

Our new FEATURED ARTIST for the month of AUGUST is GRAHAM GILMORE. 
We have a new FEATURED ARTIST for AUGUST...  UK Born photographer GRAHAM GILMORE uses a wide variety of photographic techniques in all his work ranging from high dynamic range imaging and advanced photoshop techniques right down to old 80's plastic toy cameras such as the Holga. Recently Graham visited the 30km abandoned exclusion zone of Chernobyl in Ukraine and dodged radiation hotspots to take some fascinating post apocalyptic pictures which are the subject of his exhibitions this year. To see more of his work please visit www.firesuite.com or to add him as a friend on myspace please visit www.myspace.com/firesuitephoto


Every Week at the MUSE...
Regarding entertainment & open-mics... please note we have a great PA system with mics and a board to plug into.  (If you want to bring an ipod or CD player to play music, you must bring your own cord.)  While there is no charge to play, we do hope you will show support for the cafe by buying food and/or drinks (we have GREAT FOOD!) to help us keep our doors open for you fabulous artists!   (Please do not call the cafe regarding open-mic events... just come on by and check it out... thanks!)

SUNDAYS 5-7pm
The MUSIC of Cosmic Starfish
Jeffrey Snyder (aka Cosmic Starfish) will be bringing his electro-folk music to Cafe MUSE every Sunday!  Come to the MUSE to hear his truly unique and totally chill, astral-pop music... the perfect complement to Sunday dinner, don't you think?

SUNDAYS, 7-8pm (new time)
no show July 27th
The Music of Jes Hudak
JES HUDAK is a singer/songwriter living in Los Angeles. Her weapons of choice are the piano and her voice, and she has been known to wield a guitar from time to time. Seeing her live is quite an adventure, since she takes her audience on a journey through laughter and love and sadness and heartbreak. Her voice is powerful and soulful, and her songs are original, emotional, and real. 
www.jes-hudak.com                www.myspace.com/jeshudak

MONDAYS, OPEN-MIC 8:30pm
HOSTED by singer/songwriter, Chris Mathieu
We're changing things up a bit at our Open-Mic on Mondays.  Starting June 30th, our Monday night Open-Mic is now for MUSIC ONLY.   And we're doing an Open-Mic for Comedy on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every week (and 5th when there is one).  We are so excited to offer more open-mic opportunities... so please come on down!  Sign-Ups on Mondays are at 8:00pm.

So Musicians... get your butts down here on Mondays... we want this night to ROCK!   You get two songs, and if time allows, you may get to go up a second time.  And the night may even turn into a big music jam... so be prepared for anything!  There's a piano & guitar you are welcome to use, the rest is up to you...

 We are trying to create a community of artists of all mediums who support each other through the creative journey that we are all on... so open-mikers are encouraged to come early and stay for the evening to lend their support.  

TUESDAYS, COMEDY at 9pm
Hosted Alternately by Tom O'Keefe
and Kristin Brock & Lara Csengody 

NEW FORMAT!
Kristin & Lara Host OPEN-MIC every 1st and 3rd
(and 5th when there is one) Tuesday of the month
Tom is Host on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday... this is a Booked Show

Kristin Brock: Comedian, skydiver, professional cow milker, art teacher of inner city children, chocolate junkie, artist, painter, procrastinator, humanitarian, eyebrow sculptor, punch punch.  Love your show.

Lara Csengody rocks.  She loves making people laugh, although she wonders if they're laughing with her or at her, and if anyone notices she has on two different socks.  Sassy, witty, dark, edgy, hence and therefore, Lara Csengody.

Tom O'Keefe was recently seen on RULES OF ENGAGEMENT, THE SHIELD and ER, he was recently seen onstage at WHITEBOY COMEDY at ROOM 5 the UNCABLAB SHOW at MBAR and with the REBELS OF COMEDY at Aura Nightclub.

WEDNESDAYS, 8:30pm
SPOKEN TRUTH with TroyEl
THIS EVENING HAS BEEN CANCELED. 
PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR UPCOMING SHOWS.

THURSDAYS at 7:30pm
WRITERS & ARTISTS SALON with Jim Bolt
We are no longer having this event on a weekly basis... check back for special events.


First FRIDAY of the Month
The COMEDY CAFE with Derrick Wayne
Louisiana-native comedian & actor brings Comedy Cafe to Cafe MUSE every first Friday of the month, featuring the comic legends of tomorrow... Check out Derrick's MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/blakthespian

Derrick Wayne "A Giant Amongst Men" is a native of Shreveport, LA who is not only an astounding comedian, but he also has strong credits in film, television, and theatre. He was given the tag name "A Giant Amongst Men" at a young age by an unknown preacher in a church service who picked him out of the audience and expressed that greatness was in his future. You can catch him as an emcee, feature, or headliner simply acting a damn fool all around Los Angeles at venues such as The Comedy Store, The Icehouse, The Hollywood Improv, etc., and around the nation as well.

Second SATURDAY of the Month
The Big WAX & AJAX Show
The Big Wax and AJAX Show... Taking over LA... One word describes this show...FUN. Wax and Ajax gather the hottest underground talent in LA and intertwine music and comedy into the hottest show in Hollywood.

Wax is a musical phenom and youtube sensation. Hes an accomplished singer, rapper, musician who's unparalleled voice needs to be heard. He blends edgy lyrics with fresh beats and melodies to create a sound that is truly original. He can truly "rock" with the strength of a band using only an acoustic guitar and his voice.  Wax is internationally renowned as a fierce battle rapper and pure original lyricist His music is easily described...FUN.

Adam Jacobs aka AJAX is a stand-up comedian who is just flat out funny on or off stage. Hes the kind of performer who is going to have a good time and the audience feeds off his energy. He is easily one of the most likable people you will ever meet. Its rare that AJAX doesn't have a giant smile on his face and its contagious. You've heard Adam on XM Satellite radio and seen him perform comedy all over the country. His comedy is easily described...FUN.

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 On most nights the entertainment will start around 9:30 or 10pm, so you can come by after seeing a show and catch some really great talent!  

We are thrilled to showcase the multi-talented artists 
who live and work in the Hollywood area. 
We encourage unknown talent
to come through our Open-Mic Night, 
so we can get to know you and your work.
 
We are always looking for Piano Players & Musicians to accompany the singers & spoken word artists (or to come in and jam with us) - so please send an email if you would like to be added to our roster....  TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com

We have a beautiful piano & a house guitar for musicians
 to use (or bring your own instrument)... and we welcome
 people to come by and play anytime...
You never know when the Muses might appear!

Shows...
(early arrival is recommended - to find parking, settle in,
say hi to the artist, and order some food!)
Musicians who are interested in playing at Cafe MUSE should send a short bio and link to music/myspace, etc. to TheMuses@CafeMuseLA.com
 
FRIDAY, August 15th, 9:30pm
Three Performers:
Harvey Sid Fisher, Chris Mathieu & Lucky Diaz

HARVEY SID FISHER has 12 ASTROLOGY SONGS CD & DVD...In ensuing years it became an underground favorite and sometimes an overground favorite, no small thanks to its accompanying video which was played at the beginning of every zodiac cycle on Comedy Central's Daily Show. He's been invited to play 7 years straight at what's arguably the most successful indie-rock festival in the world, Austin's South X Southwest.   Also there is - 'BATTLE OF THE SEXES' - An album cd of duets with couples fighting. Plus an album of OTHER STUFF: including THE LOSE WEIGHT SONG. He's thinned out a lot of crowds with that one.  There's a lot more to Harvey than just that, though. He was one of the original song peddlers hanging around the hot Brill Building, appeared on numerous episodic tv shows; I Dream of Jeannie, Kojak.., had a role in Lethal Weapon 3, has been an advocate for macrobiotic living, and is one of L.A.'s top10 million photographic models.   You can talk about macrobiotics with Harvey, you can talk about acting & modeling, you can talk about Hollywood, you can talk about tour stories -- but most of all, of course, you can talk about the Taurus, talk about the bully-bull-bull! 
www.myspace.com/harveysidfisher
www.astrologysongs.com

CHRIS MATHIEU
www.myspace.com/muchirishtea

LUCKY DIAZ
Raised in the central valley of California, guitarist and songwriter Lucky Diaz was destined for a life of music. Born in December of 1977, lucky has fond memories listening to radio hits in the backseat of his parent’s Oldsmobile Station Wagon. His biggest influences were and still include music legends like The Beatles, The Velvet Underground, Elvis Costello, Joe Jackson and Stevie Ray Vaughn among others. With an innate talent and musical ear, Lucky writes songs that leave the listener moved by their sincere emotion and catchy yet creative tune. Although his roots are firmly placed in Blues and Roots Rock, he draws inspiration from many different lyrical and musical influences. He describes his style as being funky and eclectic appealing to many audiences all at the same time. From Bluesy to Power Pop, even Lucky wonders where the next song will take him. It is that versatility that has landed his songs in music compilations and feature films. Now back Los Angeles, Ca, Lucky is having fun and working hard in the studio writing and recording his upcoming release.
www.luckydiazmusic.com
SATURDAY, August 16th, 9:30pm
Two Performers:
STEPHEN WRABEL and SADA K

STEPHEN WRABEL
stephen wrabel was born in new york and has moved over 15 times in his 19 years, most recently bringing him to los angeles. trained in classical voice and jazz piano, his music crosses age, gender, and racial boundries. his bold, soulful voice lends itself well to his piano driven songs creating a unique blend of old and new. in the past year alone, stephen has had the chance to work with writer/producers with credits ranging from amy winehouse to chaka khan. his writing covers everything from love to lust and everything in between. at the age of 18 stephen left his home in houston, tx to attend berklee college of music in boston, ma, where he planned to major in professional music. his college career was cut short when he made the decision to make the move to la and truly enter the world of music. music/videos/more info @ www.stephenwmusic.com

SADA K
Sada K. is a singer / songwriter with high hopes and aspirations. She has been singing and performing since the age of three and holds great pride for her Kansas City roots. Growing up playing classic soul music on the grand piano with her father and watching her mother sing at church every Sunday gave Sada K. the balance of both inspirational gospel music and soul music. As a singer / songwriter she has set out to create music that touches people's hearts. To make people think about their life, provoke people to try to make their lives better, and feel every word she sings.     Her motto is: "Better Music can result in Better People, which can result in a Better World". As she seeks out to bring her style of music to the world, Sada K. is very excited about having had her first LA show at Café Muse, and to be doing another one, and hopes that she will have the opportunity to touch the hearts of many.

FRIDAY, August 22nd, 9:30pm
JAZZ MUSIC with the BLUE MEOW
Sophisticated and sensuous, the sound of the Blue Meow has been captivating audiences throughout Los Angeles for the past few years.  Singer, Rachel Murray, and pianist John Gilmore perform both jazz and pop standards with a uniquely sultry style that could only be described as music to purrrrrrrrr by...

SATURDAY, August 23rd, 9:30pm
SIR WYNSTON'S JAZZ RENDEZVOUS
A group of talented musicians, put together by keyboardist Wynston Perry.  Their repertoire consists of the Bluesy side of Jazz, the Funky sounds of Soul Jazz  & some familiar Jazz Standards with emphasis
on improvising to reach dynamic solos and exciting rhythms for your listening pleasure.    SirWynston: Organ/Piano, Jason Lee: Guitar, Dave Mulligan: Bass,  Richard Rivers: Drums and Robert Givens: Saxophone.  www.sirwynston.com
www.myspace.com/sirwynston