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New York, NY, April 10, 2006: Elvis Costello & Allen Toussaint, James Blood Ulmer, Brazilian Girls, Rodney Crowell, Tim Easton, David Ford, Patty Griffin, Lisa Hannigan, Grace Hightower De Niro, Kazi & the Hip-Hop Project, Martin Luther, Nellie McKay, Dan Manjovi, John Mayer and Josh Ritter are slated to perform as part of the 2006 Tribeca/ASCAP Music Lounge from Tuesday, May 2 through Friday, May 5. The music lounge is co-hosted by Saturn, produced by the American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP), and takes place during the Tribeca Film Festival, presented by American Express.
Expanding to four days this year, the Tribeca/ASCAP Music Lounge is an intimate and dynamic showcase featuring live performances by emerging and established artists, creating a place for filmmakers, composers and songwriters to collaborate for future projects. The lounge also provides a place for festivalgoers to experience a live performance by musical acts seen in Festival films.
"The growth of this year's Music Lounge is a testament to music's place at Tribeca," said Jennifer Maguire Isham, president of the Tribeca Film Festival. "The line-up of musicians performing is a strong representation of singer-songwriters who contribute their talent to film."
"As part of ASCAP's continued efforts to focus attention on the role of music in film, we're thrilled to be part of the Tribeca Film Festival again this year and have the opportunity to present another incredible line-up of up-and-coming artists as well as established favorites," said Tom DeSavia, ASCAP Senior Vice President, Membership Group, Pop/Rock.
Elvis Costello and R&B legend Allen Toussaint will showcase the latest from their New Orleans collaborations, music which will also be highlighted in the shorts documentary Putting the River in Reverse which is featured at this year's Festival.
Also performing music featured in a Festival film is Kazi & the Hip-Hop Project, with music from the film The Hip Hop Project.
The Tribeca/ASCAP Music Lounge is located at Canal Room, 285 West Broadway at Canal Street. Access to The Tribeca/ASCAP Music Lounge is open to select badge holders only. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. daily.
Tribeca/ASCAP Music Lounge Line-up
Tuesday, May 2
3:00 p.m. - Nellie McKay
3:40 p.m. - Lisa Hannigan
4:20 p.m. - Josh Ritter
5:00 p.m. - James Blood Ulmer
5:40 p.m. - Rodney Crowell
Wednesday, May 3
3:00 p.m. - Lisa Hannigan
3:40 p.m. - Tim Easton
4:20 p.m. - Josh Ritter
5:00 p.m. - Patty Griffin
5:40 p.m. - Rodney Crowell
Thursday, May 4
3:00 p.m. - Dan Manjovi with Grace Hightower De Niro
3:40 p.m. - Martin Luther
4:20 p.m. - Patty Griffin
5:00 p.m. - John Mayer
Friday, May 5
3:00 p.m. - David Ford
3:40 p.m. - Elvis Costello & Allen Toussaint
4:35 p.m. - Martin Luther
5:15 p.m. - Kazi & the Hip Hop Project: Music from the Film The Hip Hop Project
5:55 p.m. - Brazilian Girls
For more details, including artist bios and complete event coverage, click here.
Visit tribecafilmfestival.org or call 866.941.FEST (3378) to purchase Festival Passes and Tickets. Festival Passes and Packages are currently on sale online and by phone. This year, for the first time, Daytimer Passes will be sold.
Single tickets can be purchased online, by phone, or at the Tribeca Film Festival box office, located at 13-17 Laight Street (between Varick and Avenue of the Americas), Saturday, April 8 - Sunday, May 7.
In addition, tickets will be sold at dedicated Tribeca Film Festival windows at AMC Loews host venues: AMC Loews Lincoln Square 12 - Broadway at 68th Street; AMC Loews 34th Street 14 - West 34th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues; and AMC Loews Village 7 - 3rd Avenue at East 11th Street beginning April 8 for American Express Card members and April 15 for all others through Saturday, April 22. During the event, festivalgoers will be able to buy tickets for all AMC Loews screenings at each AMC Loews venue. All other Festival screening and event tickets can be purchased online, by phone, and at the Festival Box Office.
About ASCAP
Established in 1914, ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) is the first and leading U.S. Performing Rights Organization representing the world's largest repertory totaling over 8 million copyrighted musical works of every style and genre from more than 230,000 composer, lyricist and music publisher members. ASCAP also represents the repertories created by the international affiliates of 70 foreign performing rights organizations. ASCAP protects the rights of its members and foreign affiliates by licensing the public performances of their copyrighted works and distributing royalties based upon surveyed performances. ASCAP is the only American Performing Rights Organization owned and governed by its writer and publisher members. www.ascap.com
About the Tribeca Film Festival
The Tribeca Film Festival was founded in 2002 by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff as a response to the attacks on the World Trade Center. Conceived to foster the economic and cultural revitalization of Lower Manhattan through an annual celebration of film, music, and culture, the Festival's mission is to promote New York City as a major filmmaking center and help filmmakers reach the broadest possible audience.
The 2006 Festival, presented by American Express, will take place from April 25 - May 7, 2006. Reflecting the festival's continued growth, it will expand this year to more neighborhoods throughout Manhattan and feature screenings, special events, concerts, a family street fair, and panel discussions. For more information, please visit www.tribecafilmfestival.org.
As Founding Sponsor of the Tribeca Film Festival, American Express is committed to expanding the Festival and bringing it to new audiences in compelling ways. As part of a long-term partnership with the Festival, American Express celebrates filmmakers, facilitates storytelling and is dedicated to bringing energy and business to Lower Manhattan.
The Tribeca Film Festival is pleased to announce the return of their Signature Sponsors: General Motors, Budweiser Select, WNBC, Nokia, Apple, Aquafina, Delta Air Lines, The New York Times, Bloomberg, Vanity Fair, Empire State Development Corporation/I Love New York, Brookfield Properties, the Tribeca Grand Hotel, Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The Festival is also honored to welcome the following new sponsors to the Tribeca Film Festival: RR Donnelley, CA, AMC Loews Theatres, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Festa Internazionale di Roma.
For press inquiries regarding the Tribeca Film Festival, please contact Tammie Rosen at (212) 843-8008. For additional information on the festival please visit the press section at www.tribecafilmfestival.org.
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