Performance Date: 5/8/2010 at 8 p.m.

With his trademark Panama hat, the cult vaudevillian performer Leon Redbone returns to Swallow Hill Music, delivering his unique interpretations of early 20th century music in the vein of jazz and blues standards and Tin Pan Alley classics. Heavily influenced by Emmett Miller, his origins and life story are shrouded in mystery. Leon has 15 albums to his name and he’s probably most known in the mainstream for projects like the “Mr. Belvedere” theme and a cover of the song “Baby It’s Cold Outside” with actress Zooey Deschanel for the closing credits of the popular Will Ferrell film, “Elf.”

Indeed, Leon is a ubiquitous pop culture icon who is careful to preserve his mysteriousness, with rumors peppering his career. At one point it was believed he was actually comedian Andy Kaufman (who sometimes took on other identities). His concerts blend performance, comedy and skilled instrumentals. Don’t miss it!

"He's just amazing. He's probably the best combination singer guitarist I've heard in years. I spent an afternoon with him in a hotel room and I was wondering when he was going to become normal. He never did." — Bonnie Raitt, quoted in Rolling Stone

Professor Phelyx will open the show. He is a purveyor of powerful, pleasurable, and peculiar presentations of prestidigitation, a performer of perfect predictions. He is the master of miniature miracles.

leonredbone.com | phelyx.com

**Take advantage of advance ticket prices, as they go up the day of the show!** ADV: $28/$26 MEM; D/S: $30/$28 MEM