ORGANIZATION: Contact: Thousand Oaks Alliance for the Arts Colleen Debler 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. [email protected] Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 805-449-2765 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thousand Oaks Alliance For the Arts Nov. 15, 2017 Leanne Neilson Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Rings in 2018 Chair With A Swingin’ New Years Eve Concert Bob Biery Vice Chair (Thousand Oaks, CA) – Celebrate the New Year with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at the Bank John Bradley of America Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Fred Kavli Theatre, Tuesday, December 31, Treasurer 2017 at 8:00 p.m. David Mead 2017 marks the 24th anniversary of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s remarkable arrival onto the music Secretary scene. Since its formation in the early nineties in Ventura, California, the band has toured virtually Eloise Cohen nonstop, performing on average over 150 shows a year, and has produced a sizable catalog of recorded music, with sales of over 2 million albums to date. Early on, during their legendary Judy Linton residency at the Derby nightclub in Los Angeles, they reminded the world that it was still cool to swing. The band, cofounded by singer Scotty Morris and drummer Kurt Sodergren, was at the forefront of the swing revival of that time, blending a vibrant fusion of the classic American sounds of jazz, swing, and dixieland, with the energy and spirit of contemporary culture. ◊ ◊ ◊ Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s all original core line-up includes Scotty Morris (lead vocals and guitar), Kurt Sodergren (drums), Dirk Shumaker (double bass and vocals), Andy Rowley (baritone Barry McComb saxophone and vocals), Glen "The Kid" Marhevka (trumpet), Karl Hunter (saxophones and clarinet) Executive Director and Joshua Levy (piano and arranger). Jonathan Serret Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s efforts to promote and revitalize swing music have taken shape as much Associate Director more than a simple tribute. Taking inspiration from the creators of this uniquely American art form, the band’s original horn-infused music and legendary high energy show introduces the genre to a new and younger generation while remaining cognizant and respectful of the music’s rich legacy. Single tickets are priced at $81-$36 with group discounts available. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000, online at www.ticketmaster.com, or through the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Box Office, located at 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard. For more information call 805-449-ARTS (2787) or visit www.civicartsplaza.com. PRESS RESERVATIONS We welcome your review and coverage of this event. 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. To RSVP or obtain graphics, send your request to [email protected] Thousand Oaks California 91362 805/449-2700 Fax 805/2750 .