December 09, 2009

MARDI GRAS MAMBO: THE NEVILLE BROTHERS AND DR. JOHN
TOGETHER AT THE MICHIGAN THEATER

ANN ARBOR, MICH. – The Ark and the Michigan Theater are joining forces to present what promises to be the best Mardi Gras party this area has ever seen.

New Orleans favorite sons THE NEVILLE BROTHERS and DR. JOHN & THE LOWER 911 will co-headline this extraordinary concert on Wednesday, February 17 at 7:30 pm.

Tickets go on sale this Saturday, December 12 at 10:00 AM at ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster locations, including the Michigan Union Ticket Office and selected Macy’s stores. Charge tickets by phone at 800-745-3000.

The First Family of New Orleans, THE NEVILLE BROTHERS define the deep musical spirit of the city with a heart-stopping blend of blues-soaked grooves, funk, social commentary, and pure joy. The group features angelic voiced Aaron Neville who had a #1 hit in the 60s with “Tell It Like It Is,” Art Neville, who led the pioneering funk group The Meters, and brothers Charles on saxophones and Cyril on percussion. Aaron has won four Grammy Awards and Rolling Stone's "Best Male Singer" title two years in a row.

DR. JOHN is New Orleans' heart and soul. The multiple Grammy-winning keyboard/vocal legend has created his own unique blend of voodoo mysticism, funk, rhythm & blues, psychedelic rock and Creole roots. He started out playing guitar and keyboards on hundreds of studio sessions in the late 50s and 60s with Professor Longhair, Frankie Ford and Joe Tex, ultimately emerging as a solo artist in the early 70s with classic songs like “Walk on Gilded Splinters” and “I Was in The Right Place.” He has released over 30 albums of his own and has appeared on nearly 500 albums, with artists from Van Morrison and Aretha Franklin to Eric Clapton and Mick Jagger. He will be performing with his band, THE LOWER 911.

About the Ark
The Ark is Ann Arbor's nonprofit home for acoustic music. Considered one of the top music clubs in the world, The Ark is renowned for the quality and breadth of its programming. The Ark is an intimate 400-seat club presenting performers who fall into the wide-ranging genres of folk and roots music. With live music nearly 300 nights each year in one of the best listening rooms anywhere, The Ark is a sure bet for a memorable evening of enriching entertainment, musical artistry, and personal warmth. The Ark is located at 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. The website is www.theark.org and the hotline is (734) 761-1451.

About the Michigan Theater

The Michigan Theater is Ann Arbor’s not-for-profit historic center for fine film and performing arts. Saved in 1979 by a group of concerned citizens, the Theater has gone on to win numerous awards for its restoration, its programming and its role in the community, including the Outstanding Historic Theatre Award from the League of Historic American Theatres. It is located in downtown Ann Arbor at 603 East Liberty Street, across the street from Borders Books and Music. Regular movie prices are $9.00, $7.00 for students, seniors and US veterans, $6.50 for Michigan Theater members, $6.00 for all Wednesday screenings.  Please visit the theater’s website at http://michtheater.org. The 24-hour information line is (734) 668-TIME.