After three albums, Matthews moved on to start his own legendary folk group, Matthews Southern Comfort, exploring his interest in American music. In 1970 they had a number one hit with their version of Joni Mitchell's song "Woodstock".
In the 1970’s, his group Plainsong, allowed Iain to blossom as a songwriter and acoustic guitarist, supported by his ex-Fairport mates Sandy Denny and Richard Thompson.
Iain has released over 50 albums to critical acclaim including a Top Ten US hit with the single ‘Shake It’.
In recent years he has recorded a wonderful version of Peter Gabriel’s ‘Mercy Street”, a Tribute album to Sandy Denny, contributed to a Phil Ochs’s Tribute album and recorded and toured with Nanci Griffith. He also released another respected record “Excerpts from Swine Lake” (https://open.spotify.com/album/0Jrr5g5uIj1CBQZr1dfZDn).
STEVE POSTELL is a producer, singer/songwriter, composer and guitarist who has recently won two HOLLYWOOD MUSIC IN MEDIA awards for best song in the Americana/Roots and The Blues categories.
His last solo CD on Immergent Records features a host of illustrious guests including David Crosby, John Oates, Robben Ford, Eric Johnson, Dave Koz, Paul Barrere and Jennifer Warnes. Steve was the project coordinator for the Shout Factory release of the 20th anniversary edition of the Jennifer Warnes/Leonard Cohen project "Famous Blue Raincoat", and has toured and recorded with Jennifer as her musical director.
Steve maintains a busy schedule as a session guitarist and producer, as well as touring with his all-star band "Night Train Music Club", which includes legendary musicians such as Danny Kortchmar & Leland Sklar, and has featured guests from David Crosby to Jimmy Messina.
He manages Katonah Recording Studios and The Renegade Music Group, where he has recorded artists such as Keb Mo, Jackson Browne and Jai Uttal.
He recently produced a solo album for Dan Navarro, whose hit songs include Pat Benatar’s “We Belong”, as well as contributing production to a solo record by Weather Report alumni Alphonso Johnson.
Steve has just finished producing and performing on a new record for Danny Kortchmar, which features guest appearances by James Taylor, Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Michael McDonald, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel & Waddy Wachtel. This production led to the formation of the band "The Immediate Family", featuring Kortchmar, Wachtel, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel & Steve. They will soon release a live CD recorded in Japan from a recent sold out tour.
Steve is the composer and music supervisor for the recently released film “Dying To Know”, a documentary about Timothy Leary and Ram Dass, narrated by Robert Redford. Steve also recorded and mixed Ravi Shankar’s final two performances, both to be released on DVD. This spring Steve is set to release a CD of new material which features guest performances by David Crosby, Venice, Iain Matthews, Bekka Bramlett and many more.
Steve Postell on the web Night Train Music Club on FaceBook
Selected Videos:
Bits and Pieces (Official Video)
Walking Through the Blues Live
Backed by special guest musicians, this will be a memorable evening of music.
FAQs:
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
All ages are welcome.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There is plenty of off-street parking. After you turn into 1414 E Thousand Oaks Blvd., continue up the driveway where you wil find plenty of parking spaces. As you drive up the driveway, you will see the four Friends Gallery on your left.
Do you serve alcohol?
Anyone is welcome to bring alcohol to the concerts. We will have mixers, soft drinks and snacks on hand for you to purchase.