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James Ison
James Ison Male
58 years old
FREELAND, Michigan
United States



Last Login: 11/21/2009
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    Flamekeeper's Interests
GeneralMy grand kids, gardening, nature, knowledge, quantum physics, people, music, and science.

I find that it's comforting that as science pushes to the outer edges of our understanding, the line between reason and the metaphysical dissolves.

I believe that the sheer fact of existence argues for intelligent design.

I've learned that tending a vegetable garden can be a spiritual experience.



I've found that the right kind of music can fill a void I didn't realize I had.
MusicJust go over and meet my friends.
MoviesThe Day The Earth Stood Still,

Shipping News,

A Knight's Tale,

Second Hand Lions,

The Ballad of Cable Hogue,

O Brother Where Art Thou?,

A Man Called Horse,

Night of the Hunter,

School of Rock,

Forbidden Planet,

Brave Heart,

The Secret of Roan Inish,

Rob Roy,

Atilla,

The Lord of The Rings series,

Lamp goes to Michigan,

The Secret,

What the BLEEP do we Know?

TelevisionTake a hammer to it.
BooksTo Kill a Mocking Bird,

Charles Dickens,

The Dune Series,

The Just So Stories,

The Narnia Chronicles,

The War Against the Weak.
HeroesNikola Tesla,

Professor Stephen Hawking,

Stanford R. Ovshinsky,

Michael Faraday,

and my Grandfather
Groups: Fans of the DuhksIn the nawNatural MeMichael Moore Dominates!Live365We Killed The Radio Star!Delaurenti PhotographyFriends of the Dalai Lama

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     Flamekeeper's Details
Status:Married
Here for:Networking
Zodiac Sign:Gemini
Occupation:Booking agent/Promoter

   Flamekeeper's Networking
Music - Marketing - Promoter
Bookings and promotions in the Great Lakes Area
Technology - Internet - Other
I'm trying to develop a combination of new tools and technology that the Internet has brought about and to use them in a way that the Folk and Roots Music community can use.



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   Flamekeeper's Blurbs
About me:

Don't ever underestimate the power of music. One concert can be life changing!

Six years ago (2002) my wife Nancy and I want to an art fair in East Lansing where a group called The Duhks were playing.

We had a wonderful time, and I was reminded just how much I loved good music. Nancy and I decided to investigate what was available locally.

Back at home we found that there was a Folk Music Society in Midland . We began going to their dances, jams, concerts, and festivals. Life was suddenly starting to get better as we immersed ourselves in a world we hadn't known existed.

A favorite band we met at that time was Sonas, a great Celtic band based in the Thumb area of Michigan.

Bay City hosted the Tall Ship Festival four years ago and we met some great bands there. It was a magic weekend.

Listening to great groups from all over the world by day and spending time with them at a local watering hole at the end of the day.

We became devoted fans of the local band called "Hoolie".

Jerry and Kathy opened a whole new world to us by introducing us to local musicians we didn't know existed. One group was another fantastic Celtic band called "Stonecross" .

About that time I started putting an e-mailing list together to let folks know what was happening locally, I also became a member of Sugar Hill's "Street Team" to help promote the Duhks, and we became friends with STONECROSS .
Zig and Siusan (Stonecross/now also known as Holy Crow) have started a fantastic venue called The White Crow Conservatory of Music in Saginaw




I act independently by continuing to promote "Folk" and "Roots" music in general and within Michigan particularly.

Thank you for taking the time to investigate this site and please do take a look at my many friends in my MySpace "Friends" list as they're the real story and what it's all about.

Best Wishes
Flamekeeper









Songweaver Dulcimer Water Is Wide
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FpGGfTmfiQ

Friend Kelly Shively in Songweaver

Who I'd like to meet:

I'd like to meet.... you!

If you're in Michigan please consider joining my weekly newsletter for events across the state.
You can view some of the upcoming events in my calendar.

Flamekeeper's Michigan Folk Music and Traditional Dance Calendar


I've also started a discussion group with the intent of developing a televised series focusing on Michigan music. It's planned to feature showcasing of the venues, artists, and events that make Michigan such a Great State

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Visit this group







Video of Freshwater taken at the White Crow









   Flamekeeper's Friend Space (Top 40)
Flamekeeper has 2724 friends.
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 Equinox 


 Whit Hill and the Postcards 


 Ben Hassenger 


 Robert Marr 


 The Milroys 


 Jamie-Sue Seal & the Radiotown Flyers 


 Greensky Bluegrass 


 Annie and Rod Capps 


 One Imaginary Boy 


 Jessee Havey 


 cornpone 


 Kelly Shively 


 ORourke & Zeitler STONECROSS 


 The DooDads 


 The SoupyGato Show 


 Carrick House Concerts 


 Phyllis 


 Leonardo 


 Bill Bynum & Co. 


 LVNMUZIQ 


 The Fabulous Heftones 


 The White Crow 


 Ralston Bowles 


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 Steve Deasy 


 Drake 


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Jeff Moats

Jeff Moats



Feb 8 2009 9:56 PM

Hi,
I am inviting you to return to my page and view all the new happenings. I've updated the background and layout, added new pictures and have great runes for you to listen too. We are also proud to announce the release of "You've Been On My Mind" CD. Recordings featured on my page.
Good Listening...
Jeff
Chris Day

Chris Day



Mar 10 2009 3:19 AM

Two NEW Tracks!!!! Live and Let Live and Goodbye Jenny from the FOOLISH GRINS!!!
Whitton

Whitton



Mar 24 2009 5:38 AM

HEY! I'd like to introduce my new music to you. www.myspace.com/whitton . Check it out and hope you enjoy. I hope this message finds you well.<br /><br />~Whitton
ANGELO M. - Roots/Blues/Folk

ANGELO M. - Roots/Blues/Folk



Apr 7 2009 6:35 PM

Hi,
Hope all is well on your end.
Stopping by to let you know that some new tunes are available starting today on the music page of AngeloM.com

Have a Great Week.

All the Best,

Angelo
Roy Young

Roy Young



Apr 9 2009 8:37 PM

Thanks for taking the time to listen to my music, I'm glad you like it.

You are welcom to my friends list.

Roy Young
Mike Vial

Mike Vial



Apr 10 2009 4:08 PM

Flamekeeper, what's new? How's the music world treating you? I just got into Broken Social Scene--I'm a little late to their music--and dig their record. I've got some shows coming up in the summer & would love to see you come out. First beer or cup of joe on me!
Fil Campbell

Fil Campbell



Apr 16 2009 2:12 PM

Delighted to meet you Flamekeeper. I'm honoured to be in this gallery of friends.<br />Hopefully I"ll make it to Michigan before too long.<br />Best wishes from Ireland<br />Fil
Levi Rose Experience

Levi Rose Experience



Mar 16 2009 6:57 PM

This benefit is to raise funds for Grant Neeb's funeral costs. <br /> <br />April 19th. 1pm to 7pm <br /> <br />Sanford Eagles Lodge. Sanford, Mich. <br /> <br />$7- Adults <br />$5- 5 years to 16 years <br />Free - children under 5 years <br /> <br />Door Donation Includes Gourmet Meal. <br /> <br />50/50's drawing through-out the event <br /> <br />Auction <br /> <br />Live Music All Day <br /> <br />We are need of volunteers to gather Auction Items; Helping hands for the kitchen and clean-up; Folks for the Door Donations. <br />f.m.i. please respond to this bulletin, or call; 989-465-1785 <br /> <br />The Neeb Family thanks you for your support.
Taya Lear

Taya Lear



Feb 16 2009 6:23 PM

My band and I are playing an hour show Friday Hope you can make it! :) all the details on on my page :)
Hugs
Smokin' Sleddog Records & Promotions

Smokin' Sleddog Records & Promotions



Feb 5 2009 2:34 AM

The Un-Valentine's Show~Songs & Tales Of Unforgiveness, Heartbreak, Dysfunction & Revenge with Andre Villoch, John Latini, Dave Boutette, Jamie-Sue Seal & Greg Jenkinson.

Fri Feb 6 Davenport's Piano Bar, Chicago
Sat Feb 7 The Acorn Theater, Three Oaks Mich
Fri Feb 13 The White Crow, Saginaw Mich
Sat Feb 14 Christ United Church, DeWitt Mich
Six Strings and a Piece of Wood

Six Strings and a Piece of Wood



Jan 27 2009 12:08 AM

Thnx for friendship!
G
skeeter hawk records

skeeter hawk records



Jan 27 2009 3:26 AM

thanks for the friendship!
sun’s market(サンズマーケット)   松村謙吾

sun’s market(サンズマーケット)   松村謙吾



Jan 27 2009 10:53 AM

THANKS!!
MARK FARNER/NRG TIME WARP

MARK FARNER/NRG TIME WARP



Jan 29 2009 3:45 AM

Thanks for the friendship!
Meghan Tonjes

Meghan Tonjes



Jan 19 2009 8:32 AM

I just wanted to stop by, say 'hi' and let you know my debut album 'Be In Want' is being released on Valentine's Day! It's currently available for pre-order, but you can listen to some of the tracks on my myspace!
<3
Crystina Maez

Crystina Maez



Jan 11 2009 10:37 AM

Let the light shine your way and the stars guide your steps.
Diana Jones

Diana Jones



Jan 2 2009 6:36 PM

Happy New Year to you too my friends!
Jeff Moats

Jeff Moats



Dec 19 2008 11:08 PM

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Jeff Moats
Folksinger
Chris Castle

Chris Castle



Dec 24 2008 3:09 PM

Happy holidays, Jim. Here's hoping that the season finds you well- and surrounded by the people that you love. All the best in the new year. Peace.
Jeff Moats

Jeff Moats



Nov 26 2008 4:12 PM

A special Thanksgiving Greeting from Jeff Moats music...
Re-introducing folk music to a new generation.
~Jeff
ioánni --> twitter.com/ioanni

ioánni -->  twitter.com/ioanni



Nov 13 2008 9:04 PM

Hi there. I hope you're having a fine time.
But hey! The weekend is near!

All the best.

ioanni
ambient / electroacoustic / downtempo electronica
Roots Connection

Roots Connection



Dec 10 2008 12:48 AM

WE ARE VERY SAD...
WE DON'T HAVE WORDS TO SAY ANYMORE...
OUR SINGER AND DOBRO PLAYER ENRICO MICHELETTI
IS DEAD.

GOODBYE ENRICO
KEEP THE BLUES ALIVE WHEREVER YOU ARE!!!!
Les Dalgliesh

Les Dalgliesh



Dec 14 2008 8:12 PM

Thanks Jim,
I've only met Kelly once (at WAGBO). I gave her permission to use my song through Rick. She does a fine job. Glad you like it.
Les Dalgliesh

Les Dalgliesh



Dec 14 2008 1:40 PM

Imagine my surprise when I stopped by your site and heard Kelly Shively singing "Dance With the Wind" (I wrote it). Thanks,
Les
LVNMUZIQ

LVNMUZIQ



Nov 4 2008 1:44 PM

LVNMUZIQ
2 Shows in Michigan!!

The LGBT Network
343 Atlas Ave SE
Grand Rapids MI
NOVEMBER 20th / 7:00 pm
FREE Show / All Ages Welcome
www.myspace.com/lgbtnetcom
Solo Show

The Livery
190 - 5th Street
Benton Harbor MI
NOVEMBER 22nd / 9:00 pm
$6 Cover / 21+
www.liverybrew.com
Liz will be accompanied by Gabrial James on background vocals and lead guitar and Greg Lindauer on bass

www.LVNMUZIQ.com
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