1. Press Release
For Immediate Release
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Hawaiian bluesman Willie K, country-blues
legend Rory Block, world-pop musician Daby
Touré, all-vocal rock band Face, folk-comedians
Christine Lavin and Don White, and hip-
hop/classical duo Black Violin come to Swallow
Hill Music this September and October.
These concerts and more go on-sale Tuesday, July 7, at 10am.
WHAT: New concerts added to the Swallow Hill Music concert calendar
WHEN: Dates vary, see show details below
WHERE: Swallow Hill Music, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, CO, 80210 and The
Oriental Theater, 4335 W. 44th Ave, Denver, CO, 80212
TICKETS: Prices vary, see show details below
BOX OFFICE: http://swallowhillmusic.org/denver-concerts/ or (303) 777-1003x2
MEDIA CONTACT: Lindsay Taylor, (303) 643-5818, lindsay@swallowhillmusic.org
MEDIA SPONSOR: KUNC 91.5FM
SPONSORS: Implant and Oral Surgery Center
DENVER - Swallow Hill Music kicks off the fall season featuring musicians who
masterfully draw from many genres to produce unique sounds of their own. Hawaiian
bluesman Willie K takes the stage in September, while October brings blues-folk
legend Rory Block, "Afropean" world/fusion musician Daby Touré, all-vocal rock band
Face, folk/comedy singer-songwriters Christine Lavin and Don White, and hip-
hop/classical duo Black Violin to Swallow Hill Music. These concerts and more go on-
sale Tuesday, July 7, at 10am.
Born and raised on the island of Maui, Willie K has been captivating audiences from
his hometown all the way to Asia and Europe. This September, he heads for Swallow
Hill Music. A guitar, bass, and ukulele virtuoso whose music artfully engages both
traditional Hawaiian roots music and the blues, Willie has been dubbed "a Hawaiian
Jimi Hendrix." He is a recipient of several prestigious Na Hoku Hanohano awards,
including Album of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, and most recently, Rock Album
of the Year for his 2012 album Warehouse Blues.
Swallow Hill Music welcomes blues legend Rory Block this October. From her blazing
guitar licks to her soulful, gravelly vocals, it comes as no surprise that Rory has been

2. mentored by some of the greats, including Reverend Gary Davis and Mississippi John
Hurt. Since she first picked up the guitar at age ten, Block has been a trailblazer for
women in the blues, earning the Traditional Blues Female Artist of the Year WC Handy
Award two years in a row. Of her newest album, Hard Luck Child: A tribute to Skip
James, Bill Wilson of Reflections in Blue remarked: "if you like acoustic guitar with
power, passion, finesse and a real flair, you'll find it in abundance here...She is a true
master at what she does and has earned her seat alongside the old masters of the
blues."
The songs of Daby Touré bring together languages, feelings, and sounds from all over
the globe in an amalgam of delightfully infectious world music. With roots in western
Africa, half a lifetime spent in Paris, and musical influences including The Police and
Stevie Wonder, Daby has a distinct and eclectic style that denies easy categorization.
Drawing from pop, soul, world, and rock, Daby's music is catchy and evocative, no
matter which language he sings in. Touré has shared the stage and studio with
legends Peter Gabriel, Rihanna, and Skip McDonald, among others. Daby comes to
Swallow Hill Music this October.
All-vocal rock band Face returns to Swallow Hill Music this October, hitting the ground
humming! Using only their voices for instruments, the Boulder natives deliver dazzling
vocal renditions of beloved songs old and new, covering bands ranging from Journey to
Mumford & Sons. With impeccable harmonies, renowned vocal drumming, and fun
choreography, Face promises an exciting night of stellar a cappella not to be missed.
This October, two funny folkies team up to deliver a dynamic "comedy concert" at
Swallow Hill Music. Long-time singer-songwriters and natural entertainers, Christine
Lavin and Don White have been working together since 2008 to put on hilarious-and
clean-musical comedy shows for audiences of all ages. Their cutting humor, witty
repartee, and catchy tunes are sure to leave audiences laughing, clapping, and toe-
tapping.
Wilner "Wil B" Baptiste and Kevin "Kev Marcus" Sylvester take the Swallow Hill Music
stage with their all-star band as Black Violin in October. Fusing classical violin and
viola seamlessly with the sounds of contemporary hip-hop, rock, and bluegrass, Black
Violin understands how to tastefully put a "backbeat on Bach". Whether performing for
troops in Iraq or for President Obama at the Inaugural Ball, Black Violin has captivated
audiences with riveting instrumentation, a good beat, and a style entirely its own.
Full event details and artist bios are below. Thank you for supporting live music with
Swallow Hill Music!
EVENT DETAILS - ON-SALE 7/7
Willie K, September 19 - $24 advance
Willie Kahaiali`i (a.k.a. Willie K) has been entertaining audiences with his music since
the age of 10. He has evolved into an eclectic and charismatic singer, songwriter,
entertainer, and now actor. One of Hawaii's most versatile talents, Willie performs a
myriad of musical genres, including Hawaiian, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Rock, Country
Western, and even Opera. He has played with or opened for musical giants, such as
B.B. King, Santana, Al DiMeola, Willie Nelson, Prince, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Elvin
Bishop, Bonnie Rait, Jackson Browne, Mick Fleetwood, George Benson, Jimmy Buffett
and more.

3. Rory Block, October 11 - $20 advance
Heralded as "a living landmark" (Berkeley Express), "a national treasure" (Guitar
Extra), and "one of the greatest living acoustic blues artists" (Blues Revue), Rory Block
has committed her life and her career to preserving the Delta blues tradition and
bringing it to life for 21st century audiences around the world. Recognized as both a
traditionalist and innovator, she wields a fiery and haunting guitar and vocal style that
redefines the boundaries of acoustic blues and folk. The New York Times declared:
"Her playing is perfect, her singing otherworldly as she wrestles with ghosts, shadows
and legends."
Daby Touré, October 16 - $28 advance
There are certain people in life who have such a unique energy that it demands to be
shared. Whether he appears solo or with his full band, Daby Touré never fails to
astound audiences with his ethereal voice, masterful guitar work and catchy original
songs. He illuminates the darkest of concert halls with his joyful performances and
infectious love of music. A marvelous lyricist, composer of accessible melodic hooks,
endearing performer and virtuoso guitarist, Daby Touré reaches deeply into the hearts
of listeners with his approachable and unique style of music.
Face, October 17 - $21 advance
Face is an all-vocal rock band from Boulder, Colorado that has been thrilling audiences
for over a decade. Using only five voices and a beat boxer, Face creates a high-octane
rock music phenomenon that must be seen to be believed. The band competed on the
hit NBC series The Sing-Off, as well as America's Got Talent, and in 2013 were named
"Best Local Band" by Denver A-List Awards. Critics and fans nation-wide describe Face
as "nothing short of spectacular," "a six-voice bomb blast," and "among the top ten
singing groups in the country."
Christine Lavin and Don White, October 23 - $24 advance
If you laugh and cry within the same ten minutes, you either need a vacation or you
are sitting in the audience at a Don White show. This working class family man from
Lynn, Massachusetts has emerged as the thoughtful songwriter of the decade whose
relevance to our lives is evidenced by the powerful reaction he evokes at every
concert. Christine Lavin is a singer/songwriter/guitarist/recording artist living in New
York City. On November 25th, she released her 21st solo album, IF YOU'RE DRUNK
YOU CANNOT BUY A PUPPY. Christine performs concerts all over the US, Canada, and
points beyond (Australia, Germany, Israel), and hosts knitting circles backstage prior
to each show. Songs of hers have been performed by artists as diverse as Broadway
stars Betty Buckley, Sutton Foster, and David Burnham, cabaret divas Andrea
Marcovicci. Barbara Brussell, and Colleen McHugh.
Black Violin, October 25 - $25 advance
Black Violin is the blend of classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass music. Live,
they are accompanied by their incredible band, featuring ace turntable whiz DJ SPS
and a drummer. Named one of the hottest bands at SXSW in 2013, Black Violin was
invited to perform at Bonnaroo and returned to SXSW this year to SRO crowds. Since
starting Black Violin a decade ago Wil Baptiste and Kevin "Kev Marcus" Sylvester have
performed an average of 200 shows a year, appearing at official NFL celebrations for
three Super Bowls and last year's U.S. Open in Forest Hills with Jordin

4. Sparks. Individually and together, Black Violin has collaborated with the likes of P.
Diddy, Kanye West, 50 Cent, Tom Petty, Aerosmith, Aretha Franklin and The Eagles.
MORE CONCERTS ON-SALE 7/7
Thu 10/8 Bill Hearne Trio [more]
Swallow Hill Music's
FULL CONCERT SCHEDULE
All shows at 8pm @ 71 E. Yale Ave. unless otherwise indicated
Thu July 2 Toad The Wet Sprocket, Smash Mouth and Tonic - 7:30pm @ Arvada Center
Tue July 7 Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis - 7:30pm @ Denver Botanic
Gardens - SOLD OUT
Thu July 9 Jonny Lang - 7:30pm @ Arvada Center
Fri July 10 Na'an Stop @ Clyfford Still Museum - 5:30pm
Fri July 10 Over the Rhine
Fri July 10 The Honeycutters
Sat July 11 Laurie Berkner - 7:30pm @ Arvada Center
Sat July 11 Jonatha Brooke
Sun July 12 Trout Fishing in America - Station Wagon Sessions Family Concert Series - 4pm
Tue July 14 Boz Scaggs - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens - SOLD OUT
Wed July 15 Bruce Hornsby & the Noisemakers - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens
Thu July 16 Sweet Harmony Soul feat. Mavis Staples, Patty Griffin and Amy Helm - 7:30pm
@ Arvada Center
Fri July 17 Kim Richey and Awna Teixeira
Sat July 18 That Damn Sasquatch - Top of the Hill Faculty Concert Series
Mon July 20 Culture Club - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens - Chatfield
Wed July 22 Keb' Mo' - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens - SOLD OUT
Fri July 24 Summer Brew Fest ft. Rapidgrass Quintet - 7pm @ Mile High Station
Sat July 25 Greg Brown
Sat July 25 Summer Brew Fest ft. Dragondeer - 7pm @ Mile High Station
Sat July 25 Asleep at the Wheel w/ Kat Edmonson - 7:30pm @ Arvada Center
Tue July 28 Under The Sun - Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Uncle Kracker, and Eve 6 - 6pm
@ Denver Botanic Gardens - Chatfield
Thu July 30 Los Lobos w/ The Soul Rebels @ Arvada Center
Mon Aug 3 Melissa Etheridge - This is M.E. Solo - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens
Tue Aug 4 Ziggy Marley: The Fly Rasta Tour - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens - SOLD OUT
Thu Aug 6 Darlingside
Fri Aug 7 Tallgrass - 5:30pm @ Clyfford Still Museum - FREE
Sun Aug 9 Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens
Tue Aug 11 Chris Botti - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens - SOLD OUT
Fri Aug 14 Rhiannon Giddens - 7:30pm @ Arvada Center
Fri Aug 14 Possessed by Paul James
Sat Aug 15 Pine Hill Project featuring Richard Shindell & Lucy Kaplansky
Sat Aug 15 Emily Rose Lewis - Top of the Hill Faculty Concert Series
Tue Aug 18 Gipsy Kings - Acoustic: Featuring Nicolas Reyes and Tonino Baliardo - 6:30pm
@ Denver Botanic Gardens
Fri Aug 21 Dar Williams
Fri Aug 21 Dan Navarro
Sat Aug 22 Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club Adios Tour - 6:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens -
SOLD OUT
Sat Aug 22 Just Passing Through: Reflective Stories of an Early Bloomer and Late Bloomer
Sat Aug 29 Patchy Sanders
Sat Aug 29 Rapidgrass Quintet
Sun Aug 30 Yes + Toto - 5:30pm @ Denver Botanic Gardens - Chatfield
Fri Sept 4 The Black Lillies
Fri Sept 11 David Grisman Bluegrass Experience and Jeff Austin Band - 7:30pm @ Arvada Center
Sat Sept 12 Mulligan Brothers
Thu Sept 17 Adam & I - 7:30pm
Sat Sept 19 Miracles of Modern Science
Sat Sept 19 Willie K

5. Fri Sept 25 Delta Moon
Sat Sept 26 Ray Bonneville and Cary Morin
Thu Oct 1 Brad Cole
Fri Oct 2 Jon Chandler
Sat Oct 3 Crystal Bowersox
Sat Oct 3 Neil Haverstick and Thomas Blomster
Thu Oct 8 Bill Hearne Trio - 7:30pm
Sun Oct 11 Rory Block - 7:00pm
Thu Oct 15 Porcelain City - 7:30pm
Fri Oct 16 Daby Touré
Sat Oct 17 Face
Fri Oct 23 Christine Lavin and Don White
Sun Oct 25 Black Violin - 7:00pm
Thu Oct 29 Psychodillo - 7:30pm
About Swallow Hill Music:
Founded in 1979, Swallow Hill Music is a nonprofit community for musicians and music lovers who
appreciate the ability of music to bring people together. As a home for individuals and families who want to
learn about, listen to and perform music, Swallow Hill Music enhances Colorado's cultural vitality and is a
model for experiential music schools and performance spaces across the country. The organization serves
more than 147,000 people through its school, outreach programming and concerts annually. Swallow Hill
Music also presents and produces concerts at a wide range of venues across Denver. For more information
visit www.swallowhillmusic.org.
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