Day: July 16, 2012

Decompression Unplugged ~ hot sound, tight harmony

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

A good way to judge the quality of an electric band is to hear them unplugged.  This video proves that The Bandit Kings are one of Gloucester’s best.  Here they are unplugged on a tiny TV set delivering all the power and energy of their fully electric shows.  Plus Renee and Ann Marie’s harmonies are perfect!

The video above features one of three of their songs from their excellent show (Decompression off their excellent Precious Stones CD — get it here).

You can see the entire show this week on Cape Ann TV Channel 12 beginning Wednesday at 6:3opm.  It also features one of Allen Estes‘ very popular (relatively new) songs, Peace and Harmony, which is not available anywhere for download or on CD.  This is part of our summer reprise of the most requested shows from Local Music Seen with Allen Estes.

If you don’t have cable or you don’t live in Gloucester you can watch the entire show on-line here.

Best of all, you don’t have to wait until Wednesday to see the Bandit Kings.  Go to the Rhumb Line tonight where they host the open jam to get your fix of one of Gloucester’s most distinctive sounds.  And check out the enterprising way they are raising money to make a new record — a very good cause, indeed.  I just donated and can’t wait to hear the new album.

Two Franks

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

The guys are always working super hard down at Captain Joe and Sons so its’ great to see a lighthearted moment.

Frankie Ciaramitaro and Frank Ciolino share a laugh.

Have you treated yourself and your family to a lobster feast recently? Why not–it’s so inexpensive? The price and quality of lobsters from Captian Joe’s is UNBEATABLE–only $5. per pound!!! My daughter Liv and I were eating them “by the twos” when she visited recently!

What are you waiting for-the price to return to normal?

Thank You Funky Fresh Gloucester!!!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Ask and you shall receive!

#Boom!

We here at the dock are the new owners of this beauty courtesy- http://funkyfreshgloucester.wordpress.com/

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Surfside Subs Linguica Steak Bomb

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

The Diet is Officially Off.  With the amount of physical activity down here at the dock carrot sticks just aint gonna cut it.

Bring it!

Follow Surfside Subs on twitter here

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Harbor Loop Concert Series 7-19-2012

Posted on by Joanne

Harbor Loop Concert Series Three Bands in one night!

You are in for real musical experience for sure. Extroadinary musicians are hitting Harbor Loop Thursday. Get ready to sit back relax and enjoy the show. You may want to get up and dance around. I personally do not know how anyone can sit still.

6:00 to 9:00

Rick Saint Germain and Ken Steiner to open

The Jake Pardee Band

http://www.jakepardee.com/

The Gary Backstom Band

http://www.garybackstrom.com/

The Gary Backstrom Band is a high energy, innovative original act featuring the infectious licks and songwriting of nationally recognized guitarist Gary Backstrom, the mesmerizing grooves of award winning keyboardist Dave Osoff and the dynamic and soulful rhythm section of bassist Brian O’Connell and drummer Michael Thomas Doyle.

The band’s music features clever, hook filled songwriting and arrangements with intense interaction among the musicians. Their unique sound is interwoven with exciting, unpredictable improvisation that can only be heard in the best live acts on the scene today.
Michael Thomas Doyle
Come out and dance with us! It will be a blast!

Free concert

Another great resource

Posted on by Matthew Green

One of the most viewed photos of the horribles parade on my photostream was this one:

These fellows are on the float for a new website, The Bridge.  They host videos, a short-format news feed, a blog, and more, from/about local Cape Ann businesses and organizations.  It’s a helpful and well-presented resource that complements GoodMorningGloucester and helps spread the news about all the great things going on here on Cape Ann!

Community Photos 7/16/12

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Paige Sieber submits-

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Hey Joey-

Gloucester’s ‘sister city’ is Tamano, Japan. July 16 is a Holiday in Japan- Marine Day (Umi no hi) Japan’s newest holiday; only became a nationally recognized holiday in Japan in 1996. Marine Memorial Day was established in 1941 to mark the anniversary of the 1876 return of the Meiji Emperor to the Port of Yokohama, on the two-masted topsail schooner Meiji-Maru, from a tour of the Tohoku and Hokkaido regions This holiday was established to express gratitude for the gifts of the sea, honor its importance, and pray for the prosperity of Japan as a maritime nation.

In celebration of Marine Day, in Japan all the national aquariums organize special events, water sports competitions, water shows, and cultural activities relating to the sea take place. Many people celebrate with a day at the beach.

Gloucester is a Maritime City- with its fishing industry, the Maritime Museum and Dory Shop, elegant double-masted schooners (the Adventure, Ardele, and Lannon,) rowing competitions (Blackburn Challenge, dory and seine boat races.) festivals (St. Peter’s, Waterfront, Schooner) delicious fresh seafood served at Gloucester’s many fine restaurants, beautiful beaches and much, much more, we are truly blessed! Here we have many ways to enjoy our ‘Gifts from the Sea.’ Think Globally, Act Locally- Today may we express gratitude for these gifts, honor their importance, and pray for the prosperity of all! Take Time Today to Reflect Upon and Enjoy All the Wonders of Gloucester and the Sea! Viva Glosta!

Thank you Joey! Congrats on Chronicle! Thank you for all you do for Gloucester!   Karen

Karen Pischke BSN, RN, CCRN Alumnus

www.dreamtimewellness.com

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Tug Boat Creole Miss From Anthony Marks-

Community Stuff 7/16/12

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Announcement: Lindsay Crouse and Rick Blue talk at The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck

A Free Public Talk with Lindsay Crouse and Rick Blue
at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck July 23rd at 7pm
Get Off Your Own Back!
Why You Must be Kind to Yourself.
Why do you put yourself last? Take a moment to meet the person you never invite to the party. Cutting yourself some slack is the opposite of being selfish. It’s the best gift to give. Learn the ideas behind enlightened self-interest.
Join Lindsay Crouse and Rick Blue for a life-changing evening talk and conversation on July 23rd, 7pm, at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson St., Gloucester. Bring yourself and your questions. The event is free and everyone is welcome.  Call Lori MacDonald 310-745-0700 for more information.