JANUARY 2004
THE GIG, Los Angeles  Wednesday, Jan 14, 2004
Donovan reunites with ex Blue Meridian guitarist Chadwick Steinmetz (refer to the Bleeding on the Guardrail album) for an acoustic duo performance of Blue Meridian music new and old. Also on the bill, Jake Jacobs and  the Mighty Pretty Sneaky Sis. Along with "Extreme" guitar legend Nuno Benntencourt, closing out the evening. The GIG is located at 7302  Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, 4 blocks east of La Brea. 323-936-4440. 9pm, 21 and up. No SMOKING.. ahhh.


FEBRUARY 2004
The Lava Lounge, Hollywood  Wednesday, Feb 4, 2004
Donovan and Chadwick are at it again, this time at the Lava Lounge on LaBrea, Hollywood. This is a fairly small, intimate atmosphere. A teriffic spot to catch an acoustic concert. Show starts at 9pm, admission is $5, 21 and up.
More details coming forthwith.

The ROXY, Hollywood  Thursday, Feb 26, 2004
After two very successful, well attended gigs since Donovan's West coast relocation, the guys are stepping up to one of the top 5 clubs in So. Cal. The world famous Roxy. Located at 9009 on the West Sunset Strip, just down from the Cat Club where the guys played in March. The Roxy features full rock acts, unusual for them to offer a slot to an acoustic duo. Hence the opening slot. Doors open at 7pm. Donovan & Chadwick take the stage before 7:30. Call 310-278-9457 for directions and more information. All Ages. Tickets are $12, but for a limited time you can purchase a PAIR for only $14.99. Email Raggedstar@aol.com for info. Also on the bill Pretty Sneaky Sis and Oslo (the side project for No Doubt's drummer, Adrian Young).

MARCH 2004
Cafe Cordialle, Sherman Oaks, CA  Wednesday, March 3, 2004
Ventura Blvd just West of Stern and Woodman. Free 21 and up show. Starts at 9:30. Come early and dine! Stay late and drink! Expect a lengthy set of Donovan & Chadwick, followed by Jake and George of Pretty Sneaky Sis.

Central Station Bar, Orlando, FL  Thursday, March 17, 2004
Looks like the full Florida band is getting back together once more before Dean moves off to Chicago... and on St Pattys Day no less. Show starts at 10pm. Manny's new band Mangizi takes the stage at midnight and wraps things up. Admission is free for those 21 and up. Central Station is on the corner of Central and Magnolia in downtown Orlando.

APRIL 2004
The DragonFly, Hollywood, CA  Tuesday, April 6, 2004
This is a world famous room that has seen the likes of Stone Temple Pilots, Sugar Ray and more. This night is all acoustic. Show up at 9:30 to see Donovan, Chadwick and Scott play a 40 minute set. $5, 21 and up. 6510 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90038-1408 www.dragonfly.com

The Viper Room, West Hollywood, CA, Sunday, April 25, 2004 - 8852 West Sunset Blvd. 
www.viperroom.com .... at this point, the show is planned to be the first full-band gig of 2004.
Come see donovan, chadwick, scott & some lucky bass player (currently holding auditions) play the world famous
viper room. Word on the street is that Johnny Depp sold his share and the place might be folding soon. Come see it/us while you can.
Showtime is early.... 7:30pm.....but its a sunday. Afterparty at Saddle ranch. $8 admission, 21 and up...$6 with a flyer.

MAY 2004
The Roxy, Hollywood, CA  Sunday, April 16, 2004
In Hollywood, it doesn't get much better than the Roxy. 9009 w sunset hollywood ca - 310-278-9457 - 8:45pm
$10 admission, $8 with flyer (print off images page). Come wrap up your weekend Blue Meridian style.

JUNE 2004
The GIG, Hollywood, CA  Thursday, June 3, 2004
thursday the 3rd of june - the gig - in hollywood - back to the gig. the first venue for blue meridian in 2004.
this time the band is twice as large. this time we do it w/ purpose.
323-936-4440 - 7302 melrose ave - 21 and up strictly
www.thegig.info

BB King's, Universal Citywalk  Wednesday, June 30, 2004
Wednesday the 30th, Blue Meridian does their first ever full band gig in the valley.
Join us as we perform again with drums, guitar, bass and strings at Universal Citywalk.
Come see us at the Amazing BBKings. This stage and room are awesome.
Valet park at Jurrasic Park. Your valet ticket gets you a FREE shot!
Admission is normally $10, Download the poster and print for a $2 discount.
Showtime is 9:30pm. Expect nearly an hour of original music.,

JULY 2004

Hotel Cafe, Hollywood, CA   Tuesday, July 13 , 2004
join donovan, scott, chadwick & josh at the hotel cafe.
1623 1/2 N. Cahuenga Blvd, hollywood, accross from the beauty bar.
showtime is at 9pm, blue meridian is followed by good friend zachariah at 10pm.
admission is only $6, 21 and up. if you've never been this is absolutely one of LA's hotspots.
check it out at www.hotelcafe.com

Cafe Cordialle, Sherman Oaks, CA  Wednesday, July 21 2004
Ventura Blvd just West of Stern and Woodman. FREE ALL AGES show.  Starts at 9:30. Come early and dine! Stay late and drink! Expect a lengthy set of Donovan, Chadwick, Scott and the last performance of Cellist, Josh Aerie.  The band will play two full 45 minute sets. Around 10:30 enjoy some amazing "1/2 time" artists. Blue Meridian will not perform in the LA area again until well into September.
Don't miss this one!

AUGUST 2004

The Gypsy Lounge, Lakeforest, CA (OC)   Friday, August 20, 2004
23600 Rockfield #3A  Lake Forest, CA 92630.
Leigh Silver and the Bitter Things, Milka (from Orlando), Mudbath and Blue Meridian ends the show at 11:30pm.
For more details visit www.thegypsylounge.com

Hotel Cafe, Hollywood, CA   Sunday, August 22, 2004
1623 1/2 N. Cahuenga Blvd, hollywood, Come see Donovan and friends as they return to the Hotel Cafe. This time opening up for the amazingly talented Chris Trapper, lead singer for the Boston band "The Push Stars" www.thepushstars.com. Chris' music is a timeless blend of Del Amitri, The Counting Crows and MB20. His voice and words are not to be missed. The first 30 people at the merchandise booth after the set can pick up a LIVE bootleg CD of the bands July 13th Hotel Cafe appearance for a measily $3. This is an all ages show. One you should'nt miss

SEPTEMBER 2004

Cafe Cordiale, Sherman Oaks   Wednesday, September 8 , 2004
donovan and guys join quincy and guys at cafe coridialle in sherman oaks.
Ventrua blvd. Just west of stern and woodman. 9:30 start time. quincy plays first. these shows are great for hearing
 random older tunes not often played in full band, hollywood shows. It's also a free, all ages gig, a nice treat for
fan, friend and band alike. see you there.

Hard Rock Cafe, Los Angeles   Friday, September 17 , 2004
friday, september 17, hard rock cafe,  8600 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048,
this is a "rock the vote" benefit  show featuring a slew of great artists. Show your support for Donovan and Blue Meridian.
Show your support for America. 9:30 sharp. 18 and up. Cover is only $6 if you download the flyer on the welcome page.
At this show ask Donovan for a discount ticket for the House of Blues show later in the month. Get in for only $3!! Instead of
the regular $12 admission. See you there!

House of Blues, West Hollywood   Sunday, September 26 , 2004
house of blues, foundation room for "soul satisfaction".
8430 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069  -  $3.00
Catch Donovan and the boys at the House of Blues Foundation Room for Soul Satisfaction on Sunday,
Sept 26,2004. Set time is To Be Announced. Stand by for details on how you can get your hands on some of
 the $3.00 tickets. Regular admission is $12. Soul Satisfaction is an eclectic multi-media event celebrating the music
 and work of up and coming L.A. based artists that is brought to you by Can of Jam Productions. The artists include,
but are not limited to, musicians, dancers, d.j.'s, poets, painters, magicians, photographers, fashion designers,
and videographers. The event began in 2000 as a way to bring local artists together within a community event to
 share their works and inspire without conforming to the divide and conquer mentality of the Los Angeles
music business. The music is diversified yet focused on rootsy soulful acts ranging from folk to bluegrass and
from reggae to modern-day alternative rock. This party takes place every 2nd & 4th Sunday in 2004 in the
Foundation Rooms of the House of Blues in Hollywood. 21 & over, NO exceptions

OCTOBER 2004

The Hotel Cafe, Hollywood   Friday October 15 , 2004
Back again. Donovan & Blue Meridian return to the Hotel Cafe for the 3rd time this year (THEY must really like us) Set time commences at 10pm sharp. This is $6, all ages.  This is a fullband performance. Expect a full hour of Blue Meridian favorites. Please visit www.hotelcafe.com  to check out the vibe on this room

NOVEMBER 2004

The Viper Room, West Hollywood   Sunday, November 7 , 2004
blue meridian returns to the viper room. the first time with the full band.
don't you dare miss this performance. it's a 21 and up show. admission is only $6 with a flyer.
print yours out from the welcome page at www.bluemeridian.net
showtime is set promptly at 8pm. the band is slated to do 45 minutes of electric rock n roll!

Central Station Bar, Downtown Orlando   Wednesday, November 24 , 2004
back in Florida for the first time since March at the central staion bar,
corner of magnolia and central in downtown orlando.  Expect a spontaneous performance featuring
 Donovan of Blue Meridian, some ex members and other talented musical guests. Guitarist
Manny Riviera most likely to open the show with his incomparible band; Mangizi. This is an 18 and up,
Free show and your chance to get FREE tickets to see the full band perform at Hard Rock Live 2 nights later

Hard Rock Live, Orlando   Friday, November 26 , 2004
Come see Blue Meridian where it all started.
Orlando FL at the city's largest and most impressive venue for the finest in Local rock n roll. Admission is FREE if you
attend the Central Station show and pick up your complimentary ticket. Don't miss Donovan, Kevin, Manny & Dean
as they do it again for the very first time. These shows draw crowds, these shows wow crowds. Be among the heavies....
and be sure to have dinner beforehand in the cafe and look for Donovan's guitar in the Florida room.

DECEMBER 2004

Cafe Cordialle, Sherman Oaks   Wednesday, December 8 , 2004
Located right on Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks, between Stern & The Guitar Center.
Cordialle is a restaurant/venue, serving up some great dishes and drinks. There's never
a cover charge. There's no one checking ID's at the door either. It's a casual atmosphere.
Expect 2 acoustic sets from Donovan and friends beginning around 9:30pm.

14 Below, Santa Monica   Wednesday, December 15 , 2004
1348 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Cost: $6 with flyer
14 Below's considered by many to be one of the few Santa Monica rock spots. Blue Meridian
hasn't performed South of the Beverly Center yet. We've finally given in to all the requests
for a beach show. Warning however, you don't come out in force and we're gonna keep
hanging our hat in Hollywood for the time being :) (closer to the afterparties). Expect another Rock Show
 ALA the Viper Room, only a much lenghthier set. Here comes a full hour of energy and melody