Actress/Comedienne Margaret Cho joined Magnolia Memoir onstage at Molly Malone’s for the January 26th show and plans to return again on February 2nd. Ms. Cho will be singing songs from her upcoming album that feature Alexander Burke on Piano. The album also features songs with Jon Brion, Grant Lee Philips, Ben Lee, and Teagan & Sara.
Margaret Cho Sings with Magnolia Memoir
Comedienne and Actress Margaret Cho (Drop Dead Diva, The Ghost Whisperer) has just completed production on the music video she directed for Los Angeles band, Magnolia Memoir. Ms. Cho gave a sneak peak preview at her sold out holiday/birthday show at Largo on December 3, 2009, and she and the band will world premiere the completed video on January 19th, 2010 as a part of the band’s month long residency at Molly Malone’s in Los Angeles. Along with Ms. Cho, several other actors and musicians make cameos in the campy video including: Courtney Gains (My Name is Earl, Sweet Home Alabama, Memphis Belle), Gary Anthony Williams (Boston Legal, Malcolm in the Middle), Renee Albert (Big Love, Factory), and Ron Lynch (The Sarah Silverman Program, Frank TV, Home Movies).
Margaret getting played by a player...
Mela Lee & Ron Lynch
The Making of Magnolia Memoir: Footage from director Jordan Vogt-Roberts with additional Largo concert coverage courtesy of Eric Meacham. Edited by Martin Yernazian:
The Making of Magnolia Memoir from Magnolia Memoir on Vimeo.
Magnolia Memoir will be taking over Molly Malone’s Los Angeles for a four week residency beginning Tuesday, January 12, 2010 – 9pm. Magnolia Memoir will be playing your favorites and premiering new songs from our two upcoming albums, “The MoonWine Sessions” and “The Suite Life”. “Magnolia Mahem & Mirth at Molly’s” will also include special can’t miss performances by some of Music & Comedy’s Finest, The World Premiere of our first video – “Broken Cup” directed by Margaret Cho, & some Free gifts each week for our fans. Mark your Calendars!
More Exciting Details Coming Soon!
Brought to you by the Fold – Thursday, November 5th marks the Magnolia Memoir Bootleg Debut – 8pm Doors with a special opening set by the Eleni Mandell Jazz Combo (with DJ Bone Brake, Brian Fezes, Woody Jackson, Andy Kaulkin, & Nate Wolcott) and 9pm Downbeat for the full Magnolia Memoir Ensemble. FREE before 8:30pm. $10.00 after 8:30 – An Epic Night of Music for an Epic Price. The Bootleg Theatre 2220 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
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Magnolia Memoir’s Alexander Burke appeared in Variety in a special article on Second City’s 50th Anniversary written by Anthony D’Alessandro.
Orange County Performing Arts Center/ The OC Pavilion – Saturday October 10, 2009 – Photographs Courtesy of Patrick O’Connell
Orange County will have an opportunity to celebrate it’s own on Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 8pm. The Magnolia Memoir Trio will be headlining at the OC Pavilion Performing Arts Theatre with some very special guests including Isaac Watters (Still Watters Run Deep).
Come Enjoy a Fantastic Night of Entertainment at a Family Friendly Price. Mr. Michael Harrah is underwriting the event which will allow tickets to be sold for $15.00 General Admission and an unbelievable $10.00 per person Student Rate & a Group Rate for parties of five or more
Tickets are on Sale Now: www.OCPavilion.com or Call the Box Office: 714.550.0880
The OC Pavilion – 810 N. Main Street Santa Ana, CA 92701
“The Suite Life” – Hotel Cafe, Sunday September 20th 9pm
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Magnolia Memoir makes its debut at The Hotel Cafe as the last stop on “the Long Hot Summer Tour”… (Hey, it’s California. We get a few extra days of summer;-)
Some Fantastic Favorites, Some Exclusive new tunes & Some of those famous home made cookies by Ms. Mela – You won’t want to miss this party…
The Hotel Cafe -1623 1/2 North Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA -Map
“…MM music is like a speakeasy where Billie Holiday whispers in Tom Waits’ ear…”
September 2009 – Jonathan Widran
Fashioning a vibe that blends traditional cool with a vibrant contemporary flow, this artsy yet accessible jazz ensemble (fronted by the grace of Mela Lee’s heart-tugging vocals) creates jazz for a new generation indeed. Flashes of youthful pop and progressive soul – experimental in spots – MM music is like a speakeasy where Billie Holiday whispers in Tom Waits’ ear. There’s heartbreak and optimism, bluesy trio stuff balanced by “chill jazz” perfectly complemented by high octane brass and funky blues.
Top Cuts: “Not with Me Now”, “Unexpected Bliss”, “Broken Cup”
