Music Spotlight: Karen Gross looks to hit another High Note
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By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Karen Gross
In what previously were normal times, if the subject line in an e-mail said – “Need a lift? – you might think it was an e-mail from Uber or another ride-sharing service.
This week, it was the subject line in an e-mail sent out by singer-songwriter Karen Gross and the lift offered was spiritual rather than transportation-oriented.
Gross,...
Music Spotlight: Gilbert O’Sullivan ‘alone again’ after shutdown stalls US tour
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By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
Gilbert O’Sullivan
With the “shelter in place” order necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are finding themselves alone because of the restrictions.
Being “alone” can offer a welcome respite from an ultra-busy schedule. Being “alone” as a full-time option is a different story – especially when it’s mandated by the...
On Stage: The Long Ryders roll out new album
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By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times
The Long Ryders
The Long Ryders, who are headlining a show on September 19 at The Locks at Sona (4417 Main Street, Manayunk, 484- 273-0481, sonapub.com), could actually be called the “Long Riders.”
The Long Ryders — Sid Griffin, vocals, guitar, mandolin, harmonica; Stephen McCarthy, vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, pedal steel guitar,...