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James Mastro (Bongos, Ian Hunter) and Marshall Crenshaw to Play Soho (Santa Barbara)
April 8 @ 7:15 pm PDT
Hoboken-based rock/Americana singer-songwriter-guitarist James Mastro (Bongos, Ian Hunter) will open for Marshall Crenshaw in Santa Barbara at the Soho on Wednesday , April 8th to play songs from his recent full-length debut solo album, Dawn of a New Error. Showtime is at 7:15 pm (doors 6:30), and I’m hoping for a preview, review or an interview!
James Mastro has done just about everything you can do with a guitar — and now, he’s stepping boldly into the spotlight. Known for touring the world with legends like Patti Smith, Ian Hunter, and John Cale, Mastro’s solo work is where his full range as a songwriter, player, and storyteller shines. His new album Dawn of a New Error is a fiery blend of Americana, glam rock, and art-pop, filled with sharp hooks, textured arrangements, and thoughtful lyrics. Produced by longtime collaborator Tony Shanahan and featuring guests like Ian Hunter, the record showcases a sound that’s as timeless as it is inventive. Whether conjuring the grit of early CBGB nights or channeling the swagger of Tom Petty and the scope of Wilco, Mastro proves he’s not just a sideman — he’s a master of the craft.
Dawn of a New Error marks James Mastro’s return to the front and center as singer and songwriter. Featuring guest vocals by Ian Hunter and produced by Tony Shanahan – best known as Patti Smith’s bassist, co-producer and musical collaborator – the songs were recorded whenever Mastro and Shanahan found time to get together, between Shanahan’s work with Smith and Mastro’s work with Hunter and other projects. Noteworthy drummers on the record include Brian Griffin (Brandi Carlile, Black Crowes) and Steve Goulding (The Mekons, Elvis Costello, Nick Lowe). The album was recorded and mixed by Grammy® nominee James Frazee (Patti Smith, Sharon Van Etten, Marshall Crenshaw), and mastered by the legendary Greg Calbi.
For more information about James Mastro and Dawn of a New Error (including high res photos, the music, videos, bio, press releases ), please see the EPK: https://www.mpressrecords.com/jamesmastroepk and jamesmastro.net .
