They say that variety is the spice of life and to prove this is true the Rhythm and Roots concert series is forging ahead with a fall line-up that includes a comedienne, a Tex-Mex Supergroup, an orchestra with Argentine Tango dancers and classic 1960's group 'It's A Beautiful Day'.

"Rhythm and Roots has our most ambitious season ever", claims promoter Jonathan Holden.

To see what he is talking about, music lovers can get their first taste of the fall series tomorrow, Oct. 1 in the Plaza Palomino courtyard located at 2970 N. Swan. Starting at 8 p.m., The Nighthawks, from Washington, D.C. take the stage to present their 'juke joint spirit, freight train rhythms and nuanced harp work.'  The band has released over 20 albums, plays 200 shows a year and won best duo/group and best recording for their 2009 output, American Landscape.

The following week Rhythm and Roots presents two shows; the first one is comedienne, singer-songwriter Christine Lavin on Oct. 7 at Old Town Artisans. The following day old hippies and anyone who loves music will want to head over to Plaza Palomino to celebrate the 'Summer of Love' with legendary group 'It's a Beautiful Day'.

Looking ahead to the last 3 Saturdays in October, Rhythm and Roots concert series founder, Jonathan Holden says,

"It's a happy accident that we have 3 Latin artists in a row."

The first of the three, The Texas Tornadoes, fondly known as  the ultimate Tex-Mex supergroup, performs on Oct. 16 at the Plaza Palomino. The show starts at 8 p.m. and brings the talents of Augie Meyers, Flaco Jiminez and the son of Doug Sahm, Shawn Sahm to the Old Pueblo.

On October 23rd, Strunz and Farah bring their Gypsy and Flamenco style to Plaza Palomino. The show will feature acoustic guitars, violin, bass and percussion.

The following Saturday, Oct. 30, Rhythm and Roots series pulls out all the stops by bringing in music, dancers and a special dance floor for QTango Orchestra with Argentine Tango Dancers.

Holden says, "QTango Orchestra is the largest Tango orchestra in the U.S. We will have a special dance floor to enhance the experience for dancers. You can dance or you can watch".

The group was formed in Albuquerque in 2009 and performs traditional tango from the "Golden Age" of great Argentine tango orchestras.

Advance tickets for all shows are available at Antigone Books at 411 N. 4th Ave. or at all Bookmans Locations. You may also visit the Rhythm and Roots website to order tickets.

Like all up-to-date businesses, Rhythm and Roots has a Facebook page and this one in particular is worth visiting to learn more about the artists. Holden says the Facebook page is updated with interesting information about the artists shortly before their performances.

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