On Saturday, May 18, McCabe's Guitar Shop in Santa Monica, California welcomed to its iconic stage two soulful singer/songwriters of two generations sharing their music in a unique musical collaboration... Venerable music icon, singer/songwriter/bassist/guitarist/producer Freebo (Bonnie Raitt 10 years, CSN, Maria Muldaur, Loudon Wainwright, Dr. John) together with newcomer singer/songwriter/guitarist the lovely & talented Alice Howe.
The evening with Freebo & Alice Howe celebrated the release of Alice’s debut album VISIONS, produced by Freebo and recorded in Bakersfield, CA with an all-star band. Since their first meeting in 2017, the two have been touring nationally & internationally, including many Folk festivals and a critically acclaimed tour of the UK & The Netherlands last fall. Freebo opened the show with a set of his own songs together with his Fabulous Friends band (John Thomas on keys; Fuzzbee Morse on lead guitar/flute; David Goodstein on drums, and Chad Watson on bass). Then Alice performed songs off her new album backed by this stellar band including Freebo on fretless bass and background vocals. Playing to a full house that included Norman Harris of Norm's Rare Guitars, Tracy Newman, Bill Lynch, and so many friends and fans, there is no doubt a good time was shared by all. There were so many stellar moments in the show, it’s hard to recap, but look at the photos, watch for videos, buy the album, and watch for them to play again around L.A. or anywhere! It was truly a fabulous night all the way around. (www.freebomusic.com) (www.alicehowe.com) Photos by Lauri Reimer. ...
