Dennis Witcher & The Brew
June 29 - 2 pam - CRAZY J RANCH
DENNIS WITCHER & THE BREW
Sunday June 29 at 2 pm
Dennis Witcher, former leader of the iconic LA-based band, The Witcher Brothers, has rounded up some of the very best musical talent around to create a new band that captures the Bluegrass tradition with flawless technique and then takes it a step beyond.
This is a house concert at the Crazy J Ranch in Topanga. Attendance is limited to recipients of invitations.
RSVP to: crazyjtopanga@gmail.com
Suggested donation is $25. The Crazy J Ranch is located at 20501 Callon Drive, Topanga. The concert takes place on an outdoor stage surrounded by the beautiful hills of Topanga. Chairs, shade, cold drinks and alight snack are provided and there is room for lawn chairs and picnicking in the space around the main seating area. All donations go to the artists. The organizer receives no compensation and covers all expenses.
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Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and Willie Watson.
At the Greek Theatre, 2700 N. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles
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Mountain Grass Unit, from Birmingham, Alabama, is a young quartet redefining bluegrass with a fresh narrative. Comprised of Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals), Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and Sam Wilson (bass, vocals), they blend tradition with bold exploration. Their journey began with a shared musical passion, forming a sound that merges bluegrass with country, jazz, funk, rock, and metal influences. Their debut EP, “Runnin’ From Trouble,” released in 2024, showcases their original music and inventive covers, inspired by legends like Tony Rice and Billy Strings. The group performs at the Mint, 6010 West Pico, Los Angeles at 7:30 pm.
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The Brothers Comatose’s style draws from a variety of influences, including old-time, bluegrass, country, and rock. Their songwriting, with its emphasis on strong storytelling, gives a modern, West Coast twist to their particular brand of bluegrass. Their songs often delve into themes of love, loss, adventure, and the human experience, all while maintaining an upbeat, rollicking energy that keeps fans coming back for more.
The band has earned praise for their live shows, which are marked by their lively stage presence and infectious enthusiasm. Whether performing intimate club shows or festival mainstages, The Brothers Comatose deliver an unforgettable experience that showcases their deep passion for music and performance.
In 2024, the band welcomed the final piece of the puzzle, multi-instrumentalist Addie Levy into the fold, adding a new layer of depth and dynamic to their sound and their live show. As a mandolin player and singer from Virginia steeped in bluegrass and old-time music, Levy contributes both a fresh energy and a traditional pedigree to The Brothers Comatose. Her voice seamlessly blends with those of the Morrison brothers, while her picking enhances their already distinctive bluegrass stylings.