Wednesday, June 20th, 2007
Ace in the Hole Cider Pub
This looks like a great little spot where some fine acoustic music happens.
Karen Joy Brown: Calendar
Past Dates
Sunday, June 17th, 2007
Frescaroma
This looks like a fun new place to play. Join me for a casual Sunday afternoon.
Thursday, June 7th, 2007
Old Arch Brewing Company and Restaurant
Lodi's dowtown market is tonight, so it should be quite happening...
Wednesday, June 6th, 2007
Post Office Saloon & Grill
I had such a fun time that I booked another slot. I really enjoyed the crowd.
Saturday, May 26th, 2007
Synthesis Concert in the Park Series
I'll be opening up a night of three bands in the new Chico Dowtown Plaza. Grab a to-go dinner, and make yourself comfortable for some outdoor entertainment!
Saturday, May 19th, 2007
Old Arch Brewing Company and Restaurant
Back to Old Arch. Stop by one of my new favorite places for great beer, food, and music.
Thursday, May 17th, 2007
Thursday Night Market
An extra spot opened up that I'm delighted to fill. See you there.
Saturday, May 12th, 2007
Market Cafe
I'll be playing a short set in a line up of cool Chico bands.
Thursday, May 10th, 2007
The Albatross
Join me on the patio while we can still enjoy the spring weather.
Thursday, May 3rd, 2007
Thursday Night Market
The Market is back, and i'll be there selling the new album, so stop on by.
Saturday, April 28th, 2007
Fundraiser for Young Lives
2:30pm
Wednesday, April 25th, 2007
Post Office Saloon & Grill
It only took me about two years from the time someone suggested this place to me as a possible venue. Good things come to those who wait!
Tuesday, April 24th, 2007
National Crime Victim Awareness Week
8:30am
Oroville CA [map]I'll be playing for an educational event in honor of National Crime Victims Awareness Week.
Saturday, April 21st, 2007
LaSalles Cammies Nominee Showcase
It's turning out to be more of a drink beer and listen to music afternoon. Here's the lineup...
Catlike Reflexes 2:00 - 2:30
Aubrey Debauchery 2:45 - 3:15
Happy/Sad 3:30 - 4:00
Karen Joy Brown 4:15 - 4:45
Boy Tiger 5:00 - 5:30
Friday, April 20th, 2007
Chico Women's Center
Chico's annual Celebration of Women event features women from various artistic persuasions from poets to musicians. I'll be playing two songs at 9:05pm after intermission.
Friday, April 13th, 2007
Scholarship Fundraiser
7pm
Elk Grove CA [map]I'll be playing a fundraising event for an Elk Grove scholarship program.
Thursday, April 12th, 2007
33 Steaks, Jazz, & Booze
10:00pm
Chico CA [map]OK. Here's the scoop. I'll be opening for Funk Frequency playing from 10-10:30, and then I'll do another 20minutes around 11:30. I think they have $2 pints. Are you a night owl? Come find out......
Thursday, April 12th, 2007
Thursday Night Market
The market begins again, and i'm back selling my new cd.
Saturday, April 7th, 2007
First St.Cafe
The anchor date for the spring tour! I'll be closing it up with the fabulous First St. crowd.
Friday, April 6th, 2007
Monsieur Beans
The spring tour is shaping up nicely with this penultimate gig.
Thursday, April 5th, 2007
Aroma Roasters
Aroma Roasters is a great spot in historic downtown Santa Rosa. I visited there several years ago, and am delighted to be on the calendar now.
Tuesday, April 3rd, 2007
The Bistro
This will be a first visit for me. Looks like a very cool place with a steady flow of good music.
Friday, March 30th, 2007
Cafe Coda-"Fabulous Junkyard" CD Release Party!
Well, it only took about two years or so, but here it is. I'm really hoping to pack the place, so tell everyone you know!
Monday, March 12th, 2007
Cafe Coda
Make sure you stop by to enjoy 1/2 off the wine Monday night special.
Saturday, March 10th, 2007
First St.Cafe
Back again since the March 3rd gig turned into a private party....
Friday, March 2nd, 2007
Old Arch Brewing Company and Restaurant
I'm hooked now. You have to come to this gem in Lodi. Great beer, food, and of course, music by me!
Saturday, February 17th, 2007
Old Arch Brewing Company and Restaurant
7:30pm
Lodi [map]Looking forward to playing for the first time at this wonderful restaurant!
Monday, February 12th, 2007
Cafe Coda-Rescheduled!
This is a wonderful new restaurant/music venue that you really must come see and taste. You can enjoy coffee, excellent wine or beer and some incredible appetizers at the show. I'm really excited about playing here and looking forward to hosting the CD release party in this groovy location.
Friday, February 2nd, 2007
Coco Caffe
Finally, I return to Coco Caffe! I was making copies at Kinko's and the gods deemed it was time. Kat, Dominique, Coral, and I reunited and decided we need another show. More info as it approaches...
Saturday, January 27th, 2007
First St.Cafe
I'm so excited to have my roadie crew meet my people at First St. Cafe. Day two of "take your friends to work" weekend.
Friday, January 26th, 2007
Monsieur Beans
I like Monsieur Beans so much I'm bringing down three girlfriends from Chico for a raucous roadie weekend. Come join us!
Tuesday, January 23rd, 2007
4-6pm
I'll be playing for a Women's Health Specialists event.
Friday, January 19th, 2007
Cafe Flo-CANCELLED!
I just got a call letting me know that Cafe Flo is not going to be doing evening shows for a time. It's a family run business, and they need to scale back a bit for some sanity. I'll really miss the funky, family atmosphere!
Tuesday, January 16th, 2007
Pangaea Pub
This will be a great little show that's being promoted by Quincy's community radio KHGQ 100.3 fm. I'm featured as their "Musician of the Month" and they'll be playing my CD and talking up the event on air. Drive on up if you can get off work early and enjoy a wonderful dinner and drinks at the Pangaea Pub.
Wednesday, December 20th, 2006
Private Show
5:30pm
I get to play for a holiday employee appreciation dinner at the Red Tavern.
Sunday, November 5th, 2006
Bidwell Perk
9am
Chico CA [map]I'll be there if it's going to be a bright, sunshiney day.
Friday, November 3rd, 2006
Espresso Roma Cafe
The funny story is that I got this gig because the manager of the store overheard me playing at Bidwell Perk on a cell phone and asked me to book a date!
Friday, October 27th, 2006
Monsieur Beans
This is a new spot I found during my bay area week this June. It's a coffee shop in Willow Glen that has started to host some really good music. Come on out you bay area folks and enjoy some coffee and music in a new place that may become one of your favorites!
Saturday, October 21st, 2006
Pageant Theater
7pm
Chico CA [map]I'm playing at the "Chillith Fair" as one of many fine women songwriters in our area. Other featured artists include: Boy Tiger, Peech, Carly Ann, Alison Harris, Alli Battaglia, and Regi vs the guitar.
Sunday, October 8th, 2006
Bidwell Perk
9am
Chico CA [map]Well, if we're not rained out I'll be on the patio with a sweater.
Sunday, October 8th, 2006
Borders
7pm
Vacaville CA [map]I'll be playing for the opening celebration of a new Borders in Vacaville. Hopefully the construction will be done....
Sunday, October 1st, 2006
Bidwell Perk
9am
Chico [map]Another Bidwell Perk patio performance.....as long as the weather holds. It's a peaceful way to spend a Sunday morning coming down.
Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Bidwell Perk
9am
Chico [map]The idea is that I'm playing the next bunch of Sundays from 9-11am on the patio by the fountain until the weather gets nasty. Stop on by....
Sunday, September 17th, 2006
Bidwell Perk
Fellow musician David Silva is handing off a few of his Sunday Morning Bidwell Perk gigs to me. I've always meant to play at Bidwell Perk, so I'm happy to fill in. I'll be out on the patio next to the fountain, so grab your favorite newspaper and enjoy a leisurely Sunday Morning with some KJB tunes in the background.
Friday, September 15th, 2006
Common Grounds
The cafe on the CSU Chico campus in the BMU is hosting a show featuring the artists on one of the News&Reviews Chico Area Music discs. Newmanamiyumi is on at 9pm, I'm at 9:40, Aubrey Debauchery at 10:20, and Alli Battaglia & the Musical Brewing Company will close it up. Move and shake with the Chico cool people and help make it look like I'm popular.....
Saturday, September 9th, 2006
Cafe Flo
I'll be back at on of my favorite places to play!
Thursday, September 7th, 2006
Thursday Night Market
Last one of the season! Thanks to all who came to listen and visit. Be back next year......
Friday, August 25th, 2006
Borders
Another Borders show in the Sacramento area.
Friday, August 18th, 2006
Borders
Since I've been playing at the market, I scheduled an in-store performance at Borders.
Saturday, August 12th, 2006
First St.Cafe
There's going to be a big outdoor market going on all day, so we'll see if we get any of those visitors upstairs.
Friday, August 11th, 2006
Blue Rock Shoot
I'm heading back to Saratoga to open for Alesandra's show. I'm so glad to be sharing the stage with a lovely friend and musician.
Thursday, August 10th, 2006
Thursday Night Market
More market dates, I'm happy with that.
Thursday, August 3rd, 2006
Thursday Night Market
Students are coming back, it's the hottest time of the year, what else is there to do but stroll through the market?
Friday, July 21st, 2006
LaSalles
Join me on the patio for some good times Chico-style. What else should you be doing on a summer Friday evening after work?
Monday, July 17th, 2006
Fox & Goose
I'll be the featured guest at the open mic. Dave Baldwin was nice enough to invite me after seeing me at the Roseville Borders show. Join me for this Sacrmamento tradition. I think I'll be on around 9pm.
Saturday, July 8th, 2006
Cafe Flo
Finally back at Cafe Flo. It's such a cool place that it seems I should start thinking of it as "where I play" in Chico.
Thursday, July 6th, 2006
Thursday Night Market
Got some extra dates thrown at me. Right on.
Friday, June 30th, 2006
First St.Cafe
My first Friday at First St., and they say it really hops. This gig finishes off my bay area week-long summer tour.
Thursday, June 29th, 2006
Orchard Valley Coffee
Returning to Orchard Valley for some more of those groovy acoustics. It's a great sounding room in a Chico-like downtown.
Sunday, June 25th, 2006
Blue Rock Shoot
I've heard about the Blue Rock Shoot for a long time as a small venue with a great vibe and great music. I'm so excited to have the afternoon to play a leisurely set and soak up the cool atmosphere. I discovered an added bonus when I was told my beautiful and talented friend from high school, Alesandra Valenzuela, will be playing at 4pm! Check out her site: www.alesandravalenzuela.com
Saturday, June 24th, 2006
Red Rock Coffee
Second show of the tour at another highly recommended venue. Right on.
Friday, June 23rd, 2006
Coffee Society
This kicks off my week- long Bay Area tour! It's a little shop across from DeAnza College that hosts some good acoustic music. Join me!
Thursday, June 22nd, 2006
Thursday Night Market
I like to use the farmers market to preview new stuff, so stop by to hear cutting edge KJB material!
Thursday, June 15th, 2006
Elk Grove Farmers Market
4pm
Elk Grove [map]Another visit to Elk Grove Park to spread the word about my music in the north state.
Saturday, June 10th, 2006
private party
1pm
Friday, June 2nd, 2006
Starbucks
This will be my first performance in Redding. The staff seems excited about reinstating live music. Tell anyone you know in the area to stop by....
Friday, May 26th, 2006
Borders
Introducing myself to the Sacramento area by playing at this Roseville Borders. Books, coffee, music....why not?
Thursday, May 25th, 2006
Thursday Night Market
Summertime in the city.....
Thursday, May 18th, 2006
Elk Grove Farmers Market
Elk Grove has a farmers market in their park Thursdays from 4-7pm with produce, vendors, and entertainment just like Chico's downtown Thursday Night Market. I'm working on getting into the Sacramento scene so it's a great opportunity to present my music to the area.
Sunday, May 7th, 2006
Santana Row
I'll be playing outdoors from 11-2pm entertaining participants in the annual walk to benefit cystic fibrosis patients. Look for me in front of CineArts Century Theatres on Olsen Drive.
Thursday, May 4th, 2006
Maggie Awards
Chico [map]
I've been invited to play a bit for the Chico State Women's Center annual awards for outstanding women on campus and in the community. It's quite an honor!
Monday, April 24th, 2006
Sierra Nevada Taproom
My Sierra Nevada debut! As one of the winners of Wild Oak Records' songwriter competition I get to play a 20 minute set around 7:20 between singer/songwriters Jon Pardi + Jon Stravatt, Black Chris +Sean, and Bobby Martinez. Two Chico favorite bands, Three Fingers Whiskey and Deer Pen will also play a set. This is the cheapest ticket you'll ever buy for a Sierra Nevada show, so you'll have extra money to spend on a dinner from a special menu and, of course, lots of beer! Come on down and check out Chico's local music talent playing one of the west coast's best venues!
Thursday, April 20th, 2006
Thursday Night Market
6pm
Chico [map]A spot opened up last minute, so I'll be back promoting the Sierra Nevada Taproom show and selling CDs.
Thursday, April 13th, 2006
Thursday Night Market
Can you believe it's time for the farmers market already? Stop by and say hello while you pick up some produce! Send a friend by to buy a CD....
Sunday, April 2nd, 2006
Santana Row
CANCELLED! Well, it's 10:30am, I'm in Benicia and I think I have to accept the inevitable. The weather forcast says 80% chance of rain, so it seems silly to drive to San Jose and set up only to have it rain on all my equipment! So sorry if you were going to stop by. I'll schedule another one when this nasty spring weather has passed!
Wednesday, March 29th, 2006
1078 Gallery
Wild Oak Records Songwriter Guild Competition - 8pm
5th and Cherry across from Joe's BarChico CA 95928
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Chico State's student run record label hosts a songwriters competition twice a semester. I'll be participating in this one where the audience votes on their favorite as well as some judges. The winner gets to play at a showcase at Sierra Nevada! But it doesn't bother me if I lose, I'm not competitive............
Friday, March 17th, 2006
The Gallery Theater
The Brick Coffeehouse has shifted all their music shows to this sister location. I'll be performing along with two other Sacramento singer/songwriters: Robertta Chevrette and Phillip Flathead with each of us performing 40 minute sets. The Gallery was kind enough to invite me!
Thursday, March 16th, 2006
LaSalles
Moving into the La Salle's Happy Hour scene. We'd love to have you stop by and show them it's a good idea to book us again!
Wednesday, March 15th, 2006
Monk's Wine Lounge
Back for another dreamy evening at Monk's. If you missed the January show, you've got to make it to this one. Something about Monk's inspires fabulous music.
Tuesday, February 14th, 2006
Lassen Steak House
Our first gig at Lassen Steak House falls on Valentine's Day. We'll do our best to create a romantic atmosphere.....
Friday, February 10th, 2006
Orchard Valley Coffee
Orchard Valley Coffee is a nice little place situated in the heart of charming downtown Campbell. This is the first stop of our bay area mini-tour. We're testing out what it's like to be on the road by hitting Campbell on Friday and up to Benicia on Saturday.
Friday, January 20th, 2006
First St. Cafe
We're so glad to come back to First St. Cafe. Tell all your bay area friends to reserve this Friday for a relaxing musical evening complete with great food, wine, and atmosphere.
Wednesday, January 18th, 2006
Monk's Wine Lounge
I love Monk's! Looking forward to a lovely evening of inspired music in beautiful surroundings. Give yourself a mid-week treat and hang out with us!
Saturday, December 17th, 2005
private party
12noon
Saturday, November 12th, 2005
Stormy's
9pm
Chico CA [map]We'll be opening with a 45 minute set for the R E C Band which is local musician Rich Cockcroft's project that performs his original music. Stormy's is next to Monk's Wine Bar on 2nd. St. if you haven't been there before. We'd love to see you, and stay for a bit to hear Amos on rhythm guitar for R E C!
Friday, November 4th, 2005
The Brick Coffeehouse Cafe
Dinner and Music show at this historic Marysville location. www.thebrickcoffeehouse.com
Friday, October 28th, 2005
Teaz Me Tea Bar & Asian Cafe
This is a fundraiser for a highschool youth group going to Mexico to build houses for a Habitat for Humanity-like organization. We'll be playing an hour long set around 6:30, and then another band, Climbing Ivy will be up. If you haven't been to Teaz Me, it would be a great time to sample some of their Asian food menu and wide selection of teas. A percentage of what you buy will go toward the Mexico project. So eat Asian food to help Mexico. It doesn't always make sense, but it's fun.
Friday, October 21st, 2005
Moxie's Cafe and Gallery
7pm
Chico CA [map]Award winning guitar/banjo player Sid Lewis's latest project, CrazyGrass is playing Moxie's. The show starts at 7pm, and then Amos and I will take the stage for a three song interlude. We really appreciate the opportunity to share the stage with these Chico legends. Knowing these guys, it's sure to be a high-energy experience, and after playing my few songs I plan to sit back with a beer and enjoy the show. Join me!