River Glen & Band “As Above, So Below” Album Release Tour 2023

Catch the final performance of River's album release tour- it's sure to be absolute fire! Doors: 5:00pm Show: 6:00pm Tickets: $12, Day-of: $15, Kids 12 and under: Free. Purchase tickets at www.xBkLive.com

Iowa Arts Council Fellow, River Glen Breitbach, has united many of Iowa’s finest and hardest working musicians to create an epic album of original music that captures the many sounds and styles of Iowa like no other. “As Above, So Below” spans a variety of genres; from folk to pop and rock, from bluegrass to hip-hop and jazz. The project began in 2017 as River marked his 25th year as a working musician. With support from the Iowa Arts Council, River offered up his original songs to serve as a vessel capable of holding this sonic snapshot of the many artists who proudly call Iowa their home. As beloved Iowa radio DJ, Bob Dorr, states on the opening track of the album, “As Above, So Below; a love letter to Iowa.”

The release of “As Above, So Below” is being supported by a statewide tour of release shows featuring River, his band, and special guests Alyx Rush, Wxlley, Abbie Sawyer, and Kristina Casteñeda.

Purchase your copy of "As Above, So Below" starting May 1st, 2023 at www.RiverGlenMusic.com

River Glen & Band “As Above, So Below” Album Release Tour 2023

This hometown show is sure to be epic! So spread the word and be there to experience the magic. Doors: 6:30pm Show: 7:00pm General Admission: $10, Kids 12 and under: free

Iowa Arts Council Fellow, River Glen Breitbach, has united many of Iowa’s finest and hardest working musicians to create an epic album of original music that captures the many sounds and styles of Iowa like no other. “As Above, So Below” spans a variety of genres; from folk to pop and rock, from bluegrass to hip-hop and jazz. The project began in 2017 as River marked his 25th year as a working musician. With support from the Iowa Arts Council, River offered up his original songs to serve as a vessel capable of holding this sonic snapshot of the many artists who proudly call Iowa their home. As beloved Iowa radio DJ, Bob Dorr, states on the opening track of the album, “As Above, So Below; a love letter to Iowa.”

The release of “As Above, So Below” is being supported by a statewide tour of release shows featuring River, his band, and special guests Alyx Rush, Wxlley, Abbie Sawyer, and Kristina Casteñeda.

Purchase your copy of "As Above, So Below" starting May 1st, 2023 at www.RiverGlenMusic.com

River Glen & Band “As Above, So Below” Album Release Tour 2023

You're gonna want to see this intimate all-ages show at The James Theater! 6:00pm: Album Release Social Hour Doors: 7:00pm Show: 7:30pm Tickets: $15, Day-of: $17, Student: $10. Purchase tickets at www.TheJamesIC.com

Iowa Arts Council Fellow, River Glen Breitbach, has united many of Iowa’s finest and hardest working musicians to create an epic album of original music that captures the many sounds and styles of Iowa like no other. “As Above, So Below” spans a variety of genres; from folk to pop and rock, from bluegrass to hip-hop and jazz. The project began in 2017 as River marked his 25th year as a working musician. With support from the Iowa Arts Council, River offered up his original songs to serve as a vessel capable of holding this sonic snapshot of the many artists who proudly call Iowa their home. As beloved Iowa radio DJ, Bob Dorr, states on the opening track of the album, “As Above, So Below; a love letter to Iowa.”

The release of “As Above, So Below” is being supported by a statewide tour of release shows featuring River, his band, and special guests Alyx Rush, Wxlley, Abbie Sawyer, and Kristina Casteñeda.

Purchase your copy of "As Above, So Below" starting May 1st, 2023 at www.RiverGlenMusic.com

River Glen & Band “As Above, So Below” Album Release Tour 2023

Catch this special mid-week performance at Galena Center for the Arts! Doors: 6:30pm Show: 7:00pm Tickets: $15, Kids 12 and under: Free. Purchase tickets at www.GalenaCenterfortheArts.org

Iowa Arts Council Fellow, River Glen Breitbach, has united many of Iowa’s finest and hardest working musicians to create an epic album of original music that captures the many sounds and styles of Iowa like no other. “As Above, So Below” spans a variety of genres; from folk to pop and rock, from bluegrass to hip-hop and jazz. The project began in 2017 as River marked his 25th year as a working musician. With support from the Iowa Arts Council, River offered up his original songs to serve as a vessel capable of holding this sonic snapshot of the many artists who proudly call Iowa their home. As beloved Iowa radio DJ, Bob Dorr, states on the opening track of the album, “As Above, So Below; a love letter to Iowa.”

The release of “As Above, So Below” is being supported by a statewide tour of release shows featuring River, his band, and special guests Alyx Rush, Wxlley, Abbie Sawyer, and Kristina Casteñeda.

Purchase your copy of "As Above, So Below" starting May 1st, 2023 at www.RiverGlenMusic.com

River Glen & Band “As Above, So Below” Album Release Tour 2023

Don't miss the leadoff performance at Bryan's Blue Plate in Waterloo. The show is all-ages and free, so spread the word! Doors: 6:00pm Show: 7:00pm.

Iowa Arts Council Fellow, River Glen Breitbach, has united many of Iowa’s finest and hardest working musicians to create an epic album of original music that captures the many sounds and styles of Iowa like no other. “As Above, So Below” spans a variety of genres; from folk to pop and rock, from bluegrass to hip-hop and jazz. The project began in 2017 as River marked his 25th year as a working musician. With support from the Iowa Arts Council, River offered up his original songs to serve as a vessel capable of holding this sonic snapshot of the many artists who proudly call Iowa their home. As beloved Iowa radio DJ, Bob Dorr, states on the opening track of the album, “As Above, So Below; a love letter to Iowa.”

The release of “As Above, So Below” is being supported by a statewide tour of release shows featuring River, his band, and special guests Alyx Rush, Wxlley, Abbie Sawyer, and Kristina Casteñeda.

Purchase your copy of the album on May 1st, 2023 at www.RiverGlenMusic.com

"As Above, So Below", featuring 150+ singers/musicians from Iowa, is coming to your ears on May 1st, 2023! Purchase your copy at www.RiverGlenMusic.com

Iowa Arts Council Fellow, River Glen Breitbach, has united many of Iowa’s finest and hardest working musicians to create an epic album of original music that captures the many sounds and styles of Iowa like no other. “As Above, So Below” spans a variety of genres; from folk to pop and rock, from bluegrass to hip-hop and jazz. The project began in 2017 as River marked his 25th year as a working musician. With support from the Iowa Arts Council, River offered up his original songs to serve as a vessel capable of holding this sonic snapshot of the many artists who proudly call Iowa their home. As beloved Iowa radio DJ, Bob Dorr, states on the opening track of the album, “As Above, So Below; a love letter to Iowa.”

Notable features on the album include appearances by Bob Black, Kevin B.F. Burt, John Busbee, Bob Dorr, Denny Garcia, Courtney Krause, Ginny Luke, Penny Peach, Jim Post, Bo Ramsey, Alyx Rush, Annie Savage, Abbie Sawyer, Dustin Smith, and Dave Zollo, as well as members of Bridges 2 Harmony Gospel Choir, Flash in a Pan, The Host Country, Jack Lion, The Maytags, NOLA Jazz Band, The Uniphonics, and so many more.

The release of “As Above, So Below” is being supported by a statewide tour of release shows featuring River, his band, and special guests Alyx Rush, Wxlley, Abbie Sawyer, and Kristina Casteñeda.

May 1, 7pm @ Bryan’s Blue Plate, Waterloo, IA May 3, 7pm @ Galena Center for the Arts, Galena, IL May 5, 7:30pm @ The James Theater, Iowa City, IA May 6, 7pm @ Convivium Urban Farmstead, Dubuque, IA May 7, 6pm @ xBk Live, Des Moines, IA

Music in Middle Grey presents

An Evening of Pop-Folk, Americana, Old Country & Storytelling

River Glen and Michael Glenn with special guest James Nowak.

Come one, come all to Annesley in Markdale to experience From Iowa to Ontario; An Evening of Pop-Folk, Americana, Country, and Storytelling. This performance features songwriters Michael Glenn and River Glen, who are also father and son, as well as storyteller and poet, James Nowak. River, Michael, and James will take listeners on a musical journey through themes of love, heartbreak, healing, mystery, history, and maybe even a little hope. This performance will be family-friendly and appeal to listeners of all-ages.

River Glen was born at home alongside the Mississippi River in the Driftless Area of Dubuque, Iowa. He was homeschooled, primarily on music, beginning the Suzuki method on violin before he was three years old. River’s childhood was filled with adventures traveling the U.S. with his parents and siblings in their kinda-sorta folksy bluegrass band, The One Hat Band. From busking on street corners to playing the main stage at summer festivals, River earned his chops before losing all of his baby teeth. Over a decade later, while attending the University of Iowa, River got his heart broken for the first time; an experience that jump-started his path to becoming the prolific lyricist he is today.

River’s songwriting strikes a delicate balance of pop-appeal and lyrical substance. From wonderings about love, family, and belonging, to the celebration of death and loss as a natural part of life, River critiques modern pop-culture through the lens of familiar, traditional folk themes. Always with tasty grooves and clever rhymes. With over thirty years of experience performing, River Glen holds audiences with a comfortable confidence as he shares his original music, playfully blending elements of folk, pop, and rock. Every performance is an opportunity to showcase his proficiency in guitar, violin, and mandolin, alongside powerhouse vocals.

In 2017, River was named Fellow by the Iowa Arts Council for his original music. While serving in this honorary position, River began work on “As Above, So Below”, an album of original music featuring over one hundred and fifty singers/musicians, almost entirely from his home state of Iowa. “As Above, So Below” is set to release on May 1st, 2023 and will be accompanied by a state-wide tour across Iowa. More information about River’s original music, videos, etc…can be found at www.RiverGlenMusic.com.

Michael Glenn was a solo artist in the ’70’s and gave his first performances at open mics on the campus of Pacific Lutheran University in WA, USA. After graduating, Micheal returned to The Farmers’ Market in his hometown of Dubuque, IA with his guitar, and his future got locked in. He started a family band with his wife, The One Hat Band, which featured their five children and performed together for over 18 years. The family band busked at festivals in New York and Texas, across the Midwest and all around Iowa. The appeal of the family band was a slightly edgy, yet good-spirited with a sense of humor, proudly keeping folk, bluegrass, and americana music alive and healthy in Iowa.

Michael has taken the stories from those years and carried them forward under the name Broken Rubber Band. He continues to write original country, bluegrass, and blues songs, telling stories about his home, community, and history. www.michaelbreitbach.com.

James Nowak is a writer and a performing storyteller from Hillsburgh who now lives in Guelph. He studied furniture making at Sheridan College and medieval English at the University of Toronto. His poems have appeared in a few humble publications, and a long essay of his, ‘Between Home and Hell’, was published in Dark Mountain. If you are a lover of the English language then you'll love hearing James tell a story and recite a poem.

River returns to The Cornerstone in Guelph. Come hungry for tasty grooves, moving melodies, thought-provoking lyrics, a pinch of instrumental shredding, a dash of silliness, a few laughs, and also good food and beverage. Sure to be a wonderful evening, so don't miss it!

DOORS 7:30PM MUSIC 8:00-10:30PM Tickets: $15 (PWYC available, just email riverglenmusic@gmail.com)

RIVER GLEN: River Glen was born at home alongside the Mississippi River in the Driftless Area of Dubuque, Iowa. He was homeschooled, primarily on music, beginning the Suzuki method on violin before he was three years old. River’s childhood was filled with adventures traveling the U.S. with his parents and siblings in their kinda-sorta folksy bluegrass band, The One Hat Band. From busking on street corners to playing the main stage at summer festivals, River earned his chops before losing all of his baby teeth. Over a decade later, while attending the University of Iowa, River got his heart broken for the first time; an experience that jump-started his path to becoming the prolific lyricist he is today.

River’s songwriting strikes a delicate balance of pop-appeal and lyrical substance. From wonderings about love, family, and belonging, to the celebration of death and loss as a natural part of life, River critiques modern pop-culture through the lens of familiar, traditional folk themes. Always with tasty grooves and clever rhymes. With over thirty years of experience performing, River Glen holds audiences with a comfortable confidence as he shares his original music, playfully blending elements of folk, pop, and rock. Every performance is an opportunity to showcase his proficiency in guitar, violin, and mandolin, alongside powerhouse vocals.

In 2017, River was named Fellow by the Iowa Arts Council for his original music. While serving in this honorary position, River began work on “As Above, So Below”, an album of original music featuring over one hundred and fifty singers/musicians, almost entirely from his home state of Iowa. “As Above, So Below” is set to release on May 1st, 2023 and will be accompanied by a state-wide tour across Iowa. More information about River’s original music, videos, etc…can be found at www.RiverGlenMusic.com.

The theme for Car Concert #21 is...PERSEVERANCE! Car Concerts are all about audience-driven fun! Comment your song request based on the theme, and feel free to suggest a theme for a future Car Concert. Be sure to tune in at: www.Facebook.com/RiverGlenMusic

Thanks, y'all! Much love! -River

COME ONE, COME ALL TO BEAUTIFUL HEARTWOOD HALL FOR AN AFTERNOON OF ORIGINAL SONGS AND STORYTELLING... DOORS 1:30PM, MUSIC 2:00PM Tickets: $15 (children 12 and under free) Purchase tickets at https://heartwoodhall.ca/.../river-glen-band-w-alex.../

-- Alex Flesher -- https://flashinapan.bandcamp.com/music Alex is the banjo player, singer, and songwriter for two beloved Iowa groups (Flash in a Pan, Dodge Street Duo). His lyrics are thoughtful and akin to the works of songwriters like John Prine. His banjo playing is tender and thoughtful. If you love literature then Alex's music is for you. -- James Nowak -- https://www.jamesnowak.ca/ James is a writer and a performing storyteller from Wellington County. He lives and makes things just outside of Eden Mills, Ontario. If you are a lover of the english language then you'll love hearing James tell a story and recite a poem. -- River Glen Band -- www.RiverGlenMusic.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItuA6hVdOtg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymMJw-T6s6c River was born at home in Dubuque, Iowa (USA) and grew up performing in a family band. River's original music is lyrically-driven and blends elements of folk, pop, rock, blues, and hip-hop. River's live performances are becoming more and more like musical nourishment for the soul. For this performance River will be supported by Brian Scarth (electric guitar), Randy Martin (bass), and Steve Morel (drums).

"COME ONE, COME ALL TO THE CORNERSTONE FOR AN EVENING OF ORIGINAL FOLK-POP, FOLK-ROCK, AND POETRY"

DOORS 7:30PM MUSIC 8:00-11:00PM Tickets: $15 (PWYC available, just email riverglenmusic@gmail.com)

-- Alex Flesher -- https://flashinapan.bandcamp.com/music Alex is the banjo player, singer, and songwriter for two beloved Iowa groups (Flash in a Pan, Dodge Street Duo). His lyrics are thoughtful and akin to the works of songwriters like John Prine. His banjo playing is tender and thoughtful. If you love literature then Alex's music is for you. -- James Nowak -- https://www.jamesnowak.ca/ James is a writer and a performing storyteller from Wellington County. He lives and makes things just outside of Eden Mills, Ontario. If you are a lover of the english language then you'll love hearing James tell a story and recite a poem. -- River Glen -- www.RiverGlenMusic.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItuA6hVdOtg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymMJw-T6s6c River was born at home in Dubuque, Iowa (USA) and grew up performing in a family band. River's original music is lyrically-driven and blends elements of folk, pop, rock, blues, and hip-hop. River's live performances are becoming more and more like musical nourishment for the soul.

River returns to Flying Monkeys to sing his heart out.

River has been hired to perform for a private party in the ruins of an old barn.

"Come one, come all to gorgeous Heartwood Hall for a matinee performance of original folk/pop/rock music..."

DOORS @ 2:00PM

MUSIC @ 2:30PM

$10/adult, $5/child

TICKETS: www.heartwoodhall.ca

--- Opening Act --- Charlie Glasspool is celebrated for both his performances and for his music teaching. Expect a sincere and moving performance for this local favorite! https://thesilverhearts.bandcamp.com/

--- Headliner: River Glen Band --- River was born at home in Dubuque, Iowa (USA) and grew up performing in a family band. River's original music is lyrically-driven and blends elements of folk, pop, rock, blues, and hip-hop. His performances are extremely upbeat, engaging, and appeal to listeners of all ages. Before immigrating to Canada (hi, Durham!) River was named an Iowa Arts Council Fellow for his original music. To learn more about River's story and his art, please follow the links below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItuA6hVdOtg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymMJw-T6s6c www.RiverGlenMusic.com

"Come one, come all to gorgeous Heartwood Hall for an all-ages matinee of original folk/pop/rock music!"

2:00PM DOORS

2:30PM MUSIC

TICKETS will be sold at the door. ADULTS: $10 (proof of vax required) CHILD: $5

-- HEADLINER -- River Glen is from Iowa, the heartland of the U.S. His original music is lyrically-driven and diverse in groove. Playful. Clever. His performances are sincere, tasty, thought provoking, and sometimes a little sexy. River loves to showcase his talent on guitar, mandolin, violin, and especially his voice. A born and raised performer in love with his craft. River will be throwing down for y'all as a 4-piece band thanks to the talents of: Brian Scarth: electric guitar Randy Martin: upright bass Steve Morel: drums Check out River's story, videos, music, and live-stream performances, such as his Car Concert series at www.RiverGlenMusic.com

--OPENING ACT-- Local stud Jayden Grahlman opens the show with a solo set that's sure to impress. Jayden shreds and has taste. His music emits positive vibes and elicits smiles. Check out Jayden's original music at: https://linktr.ee/jayden_grahlman

The theme for CAR CONCERT #20 is...WITCHCRAFT!

Join me as I attempt a second, more reverent approach to your song requests for the theme 'witchcraft.' Featured guests: Diana Weishaar, Andrew Havey, Emily Jarvis, Maureen Kilgore, Peg Aloi, Phat Man Dee, and Lilith Dorsey!

ATTENTION NEW VIEWERS: my Car Concert series is all about audience-driven fun! Each month you get to suggest a theme, then y'all get to vote on the suggested themes, and then you get to request songs based on the winning theme. That's how it works!

Heyo! River here.

RIVER STREAMS is my monthly live-stream concert series that showcases my brand-new songs, creative re-interpretations of songs from my earlier albums, as well as your requests.

As always, I will work hard to prepare quality entertainment for you. In return, I ask that you show your support by purchasing yourself a ticket AND by helping to spread the word to others so that I may earn some new fans. Please and thanks, y'all

-River www.RiverGlenMusic.com

I invite you to attend Friends of Vickers Park (Music in the Park) on Sunday, September 12th from 6:00pm-7:30pm. It's a free show and live music is good medicine, so come hear my original music! My songs blend folk, rock, pop and more under clever and heartfelt lyrics. My performances are upbeat, engaging, appeal to listeners of all ages, and as an added special treat I will be joined by Steven Morel on drums and Randy Martin on bass. We are gonna throw down for you. That's a promise!

The pandemic has had a devastating impact on America's arts sector and has asked that artists pivot and adapt their efforts. And that's exactly why this event was created; to demonstrate and deliver a top-notch, standard-bearing livestream concert that showcases a variety of artists from across Iowa! The mission of this free-to-all performance is to promote awareness about "the mental health benefits that the arts provide to the public by combating the ill effects of isolation and loneliness associated with COVID-19" (Americans for the Arts) and to deliver a call to action to music lovers in Iowa and beyond about the importance of actively engaging with and supporting the local/regional artists whom they love as these artists adapt their art-making in response to our current constraints. This event is made possible with generous support and funding from the Iowa Arts Council: https://iowaculture.gov/arts

FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY: SARA ROUTH: www.sararouth.com "I was blessed with musical blood and it drives me to live. To seek truth. To feel sadness. To understand loss. To teach the unknown. To accept failure. To praise justice. To express. To trust. And most of all to love. I continue to compose my story and want to share it with you." Mix the sounds of Ella Fitzgerald with Jeff Buckley... you'll end up with Sara Routh.

ADE: www.soundsofade.com A man with a passion for music, family, love, and Blk Boi Joy...Adebayo Oladele-Ajose, known musically as ADE, is a singer, rapper, and instrumentalist; born in New York but raised in Iowa. ADE's style intertwines the solid intricacies of afrobeats, R&B, and acoustic guitar with the consciousness of hip hop lyrics.

D MILREE: www.dmilree.bandcamp.com Solo project of Diana Weishaar (The Host Country, Contakta). "A personal, straight-no-chaser look into my soul. Mixing genres, subject matters, and timelines. A little bit of everything." Bluesy-piano-pop.

LILY DETAEYE: www.lilydetaeye.com Lily DeTaeye is a folk-rock Americana firecracker with alt-rock and blues influences. She’s a spirited songwriter and a harmonica-wielding badass that will remind you of your weird friend from book club who definitely has a few bodies in her closet. Her music is wry and filled with the emotional honesty and vulnerability of a young Dwight Yoakam and the dynamism of Brandi Carlile.

DAN PADLEY TRIO: www.danpadley.com Dan Padley is a guitarist/composer based out of Iowa City. Since studying music at the University of Iowa, Dan has performed with many artists including Wayne Newton, Elizabeth Moen, River Glen, Dana T, Blake Shaw, comedian Jimmy Pardo, and many more. Dan has released several albums and EPs, including his most recent full-length ‘Bloom’.

BLAKE SHAW: www.blakeshawbass.bandcamp.com Blake is a double bassist, composer/arranger, teacher, and singer originally from Lisbon, IA. He plays with Thrio, Blake Shaw Quintet, Goose Town, River Glen, PSA, and dup. Blake loops live vocal beats and bass grooves to accompany his melodies stretching from R&B, rock, blues, pop, jazz, and more. Blake creates an atmosphere leaving you wondering, “Is that really one person?”. Yes, the answer is yes.”

RIVER GLEN: www.riverglenmusic.com This portion of the performance is a WORLD PREMIER along with a VERY BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!

THE SAVAGE HEARTS: www.savagefiddler.com Fiery bluegrass meets honky tonk. With traditional bluegrass instrumentation and creative arrangements informed by a range of influences, audiences can expect a highly entertaining stage show with drill-it-to-the-wall three part harmonies and bombastic instrumentals. "The most wayward prodigal would have trouble resisting the compelling grace that exudes from The Savage Hearts.” -Greg Blake

CHARLOTTE BLU: www.charlotteblu.com Charlotte is a powerful vocalist, songwriter, musician, and performer who's music is rooted in soul, blues and inspired by artists such as Amy Winehouse, Etta James, H.E.R., and Beyonce. Charlotte was selected to appear on season 20 of the hit TV Show “The Voice” and for her televised audition she performing the song “Love Is a Losing Game” by Amy Winehouse.

On Saturday, May 8th at 7pm CDT River will live-stream a full-length performance of his original music on his YouTube channel: www.YouTube.com/RiverGlenMusic. This performance will feature brand new music, some of River's older songs, and will explore and wonder about how our dominant western culture feels the need to declare war on so many different things.