Progressions Concert Series: Jeremy James, Mara Levi March 11, 2006

Tix: $$8/$5 Students (w/ID)

Local artist Jeremy James comes back for an encore performance with the Progressions Concert Series hot on the heels of his recent release of Grey Gardens.

?Jeremy James? name is a hallmark of songwriting talent. His naked power-folk is a boon to the Albany scene. Featured on local radio station WEQX, James is also listed as an ?essential pick? by Internet radio?s RadioioAcoustic. James is an old soul whose new release is more colorful than its name suggests. With a voice like Loudon Wainwright?s and lyrics like Joni Mitchell?s, this one-time country boy is a welcome addition to the neighborhood.? ? CE Skidmore, Glens Falls Post Star

Mara Levi introduces a new category of rock and roll: Smart Pop. Notably complex, yet catchy enough to be accessible, Mara's music is both poppy and smart.

Mara is the winner of a 2004 Honor Award from the Great American Songwriting Contest for her song No Difference, and a 2005 Outmusic Outsong of the Year Nominee for her song, The Homo Song!