KZFR presents NRPS - Cancelled

CANCELLED

NRPS show is canceled; David Nelson broke his shoulder, had surgery and can't make the show on 10.23; refunds for online purchases will be automatic, may take 3-5 days to process; if you bought tickets at Chico Paper or Blazen J's, you can get a refund there, just bring your tickets; or at KZFR office; thanks for understanding. The David Nelson Band show on 11.11 is happening, David will be there, but singing only, not playing guitar.
Questions? Call the office, 530-895-0788 ext 102.

KZFR Presents The New Riders of the Purple Sage

The legend continues! Doors open at 6pm, show at 7pm @ Chico Women's Club on 3rd St in Chico, CA

The New Riders of the Purple Sage...Featuring original members: David Nelson & Buddy Cage with Michael Falzarano (Hot Tuna), Johnny Markowski (Stir Fried/JGB) and Ronnie Penque (Stir Fried/JGB/Ripple)

$25 Tickets Available at the KZFR office or the Chico Paper Company both in downtown Chico and... by simply CLICKING HERE!

The New Riders of the Purple Sage, signed to Columbia Records by Clive Davis, released its eponymous first album in September 1971 to widespread acclaim.  In the next 11 years the band toured and released over 12 albums, selling over 4 million records.  NRPS began as a part-time spin-off from the Grateful Dead when Jerry Garcia (pedal steel guitar), Phil Lesh (bass) and Mickey Hart (drums) teamed up with John Dawson (guitar, vocals) and David Nelson (guitar).  Although early live appearances were viewed as an informal warm-up to the main attraction, the group quickly established an independent identity through the strength of Dawson's original songs.  

By 1970 Dave Torbert had replaced Lesh, and Spencer Dryden, formerly of Jefferson Airplane, had joined as the group's permanent drummer.  Garcia remained in both The Dead and The New Riders until he found himself over committed, at which time Buddy Cage replaced him and the classic NRPS lineup was born. Original NRPS bass player Dave Torbert and drummer Spencer Dryden have passed away, co-founder John Dawson Passed away in 2009 due to ongoing health problems. His considerable talents will be missed but his songs and musical legacy will live on.  Before he passed he had given his blessing and was excited to know his music is being heard live again by a whole new generation of fans. The new lineup vows to keep the NRPS spirit and tunes alive by taking them to fans everywhere. The band recently teamed up with Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter and released its first CD in twenty years to rave reviews, Where I Come From (Woodstock Records).