Author: Joanne

I am a live music advocate and seek to share the news of bands playing at local venues in my home town. Being drawn to blues mostly but embrace all kinds of music. One does not have to go over the bridge to hear some real fine tunes, however there are some bands that draw you elsewhere. I hope this blog is a good use to you as it is to me. Enjoy, Joanne

Wednesday’s with Fly Amero ~ Special Guest~Sebastian “Basti” Moceri

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Surf & Turf Specials!
Wednesdays Only!

Hello everyone!
Wednesday, July 25th
Special Guest: BASTI MOCERI!

Sebastian “Basti” Moceri (commonly known as “Busty”) is
one of my regular Open Mic guests of years past.  He has
been continuously writing high-quality, interesting material
ever since.  Plus… he’s so damn handsome you just want to
take him out back and mess him up a little! 🙂  Please come
and welcome him back to the Rhumb Line stage!
Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Surf & Turf Dinner –  $11.95 (while they last)
Something new for the summer! Tenderloin Tips with Grilled Garlic Shrimp!
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Upcoming:
August 1: Inge Berge

August 8: Chick Marston

Looking forward…
…to seeing you there!  🙂 ~ Fly

Harbor Loop Concert Series July 26, 2012

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 Three Shows in one night!

Charlee Bianchini

solo acoustic

photo by Louise

http://www.charleebeth.com/

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Magnolia

http://www.magnoliatheband.com/music/

Magnolia includes local musicians Eleanor Halgren – vocals and Jud Abts
– guitar

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http://marinaevansmusic.com/

Marina Evans Band

Marina Evans Band includes local musicians:
Pete Lindberg – drums
Dave Borge – bass
Jack Tomaiolo – electric guitar
Marina Evans – guitar & vox

6:00 to 9:00

Free concert

REGGAE BASHMENT ON THE HIGH SEAS SATURDAY JULY 28 TH 2012

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Saturday July 28th!The fourth annual Reggae Bashment on the High Seas 4 live n direct from the 7Seas Wharf Gloucester MA 01930 with Reggae Djs Lion Pride Sound on the 1’s and 2’s. Spinning strictly the best in Reggae ,Roots,Rockers,Ska,Lovers and Dancehall. Please join us for a magical evening on the water of dancing,entertainment and fun!We meet at 7 seas wharf (next to Gloucester House Restaurant)@6pm and the Boat leaves at 7pm Sharp!!!Tickets for the cruise are $20 and can be purchased by contacting Lara 603 759 6487 or sending $20 per each ticket to reggaebashment@yahoo.com via PAYPAL.com…Tickets are 1st come first serve… Come down, invite your friends and join in on the fantasticly fun night!

REGGAE BASHMENT ON THE HIGH SEAS

SATURDAY JULY 28 TH 2012

7 SEAS WHALE WATCH WHARF(GLOUCESTER HOUSE )

63 ROGERS ST GLOUCESTER MA 01930

$20 PER TICKET

INFO/ TIX 603 759 6487 OR

6PM MEET 7PM BOAT LEAVES SHARP

Jujuba returns home safe and sound.

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I received the news late yesterday that Jujuba had been returned home safe and sound to her owner. A local pet store contacted the owner  and that an older woman had the dog. I am so happy and thankful for such good news.

Magnolia to play The Harbor Loop Concert this coming Thursday 7-26-2012

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Magnolia (now a 7 piece band) will be playing from 7-8 next Thursday?  We’ve evolved into a pop / alternative kind of sound, with roots stemming from a traditional folk/alt-country infused Americana sound.  It promises to be a great show, and will be our first show this year with our new lineup (new bass player and drummer).

Debut EP Available Now

Have a listen > http://www.magnoliatheband.com/music/

Photos

 

Michelle Willson joins Dave Sag’s Blues Party tonight @ The Rhumb Line

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Thursday – 9:00 to 12:00 ~ Dave Sag’s Blues Party’s guest ~ Michelle Willlson

Photo by Sharon Lowe

Dave says,

It’s another life-threatening situation this week as I bring in the big guns in the form of Ms. Michelle Willson, general practitioner and channeler of the spirit of Dinah Washington. Miss W. has been busy of late whoopin’ and a-hollerin’ till broad daylight. This time I get to learn her songs cuz I’ve snagged Mr. Mike Miele, her erstwhile glitarist to dominate the proceedings and make me behave. Rubber suits are recommended.Oh, and, lest we forget, Mr. Seth Pappas, of the famed Jas. Montgomery Band will be furiously pounding his mortar and pestle with a bone in his nose. Somethin’ to see, that boy. We have a saxophonist in mind, too, but we’ll just have to see who it is. So, don’t be a cube, Rube: go ape.

http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=244813

Wednesdays at The Rhumb Line

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Surf & Turf Specials!
Wednesdays Only!

Hello everyone!
Wednesday, July 18th
Special Guest: ALLEN ESTES!

Cape Ann’s most prolific songwriter, Allen Estes joins us this
week.  It is always an honor!  Don’t miss it! ~ Fly
Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Surf & Turf Dinner –  $11.95 (while they last)
Something new for the summer! Tenderloin Tips with Grilled Garlic Shrimp!
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Upcoming:
July 25: Basti Moceri

August 1: Inge Berge

Looking forward…
…to seeing you there!  🙂 ~ Fly

http://www.therhumbline.com/

Angela Masciale Plays at the Seaward Inn’s Sunday Morning Live Brunch, Sunday, July 22, 2012

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http://www.angelamasciale.com/

Rockport, MA – Angela Masciale, an energetic singer/songwriter with her soulful, angelic voice will be performing at the Seaward Inn, Sunday, July 22, from 11am – 2pm.  The brunch is prepared by the talented Beach Gourmet, reservations are suggested. Masciale has had such devoted followers that even a New England snowstorm couldn’t stop some from one of her Marblehead performances!  Don’t miss the enchanting Angela Masciale.  Her CD’s will be available for purchase

Thanks,

Annette

Annette Means
Assistant Manager
Seaward Inn
44 Marmion Way
Rockport, MA 01966
978-546-3471

This is Jujuba she has been missing since last Friday night.

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Jujuba,  became missing on Summit street in Gloucester last Friday night. If anyone finds her or knows anything PLEASE call Jessica at 978 879 6623 or 978 930 2704. She is very loved and we are VERY worried.

I know what it is like to have a missing pet. I am hoping someone found this dog and fell in love with it. I also am hoping if this is the case that they will show some love and return it to its owner. The police said to give it up because there has been reports of a coyote in the area.The owner and friends have not given up. They continue to search, posters are up around town and it has been posted on some websites too.

Thank you,

Joanne

Harbor Loop Concert Series 7-19-2012

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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

Harbor Loop Concert Series 2012 ~ Groove Therapy and The Inge Berge Band.

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Groove Therapy

Click the here for a slideshow > http://www.flickr.com//photos/joey_grl/sets/72157630574801396/show/

Inge Berge Band

Morgan Brady in Blue and the one in yellow, orange and pink is Lizzie Sly

What a fantastic start to The Harbor Loop Concert Series 2012. Opening with Inge Berge,Vincent Briguglio, Leo Ciaramitaro and James Buhrendorf. Groove was off the wall as always, with Mark Pelosi, Vincent Briguglio, Jeff Arnold, Brian O’Connor, Dennis Monagle and James Buhrendorf sitting in. So much fun, people smiling, dancing, children and aldults hoola hooping, blowing bubbles, sun shining and a sweet breeze….What a great job Frank Hawks and John Silvera did with that sound!

Thank you Bradley Royds for heading this up.

Here’s a line up copy, paste save…….

Harbor Loop Concert Series 2012

Each week there will be acoustic shows to open the evening, when

possible.

Please note this schedule is subject to change.

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Opening – Ric Saint Germain and Ken Steiner

Jake Pardee Band

Gary Backstrom Band

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Marina Evans Band
Magnolia
Charlee Bianchini

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Dented School Bus

 Simply Said

Thursday, August 9, 2012

 Mile 21

 The Runaround Sound

Thursday, August 16, 2012

KBMG

SAFETY

Thursday, August 23, 2012

 John Rockwell with The Human Jukebox

Miss Judy’s Farm

Sea Garden Restaurant at Seaward Inn to host Jay and Abby Michaels this Sunday.

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Sea Garden Restaurant at Seaward Inn – image

July 15 – 10:30 – 1:30 ~Jay and Abby Michaels

"Celtic Harps, Flutes, Recorders, Penny Whistles, Bowed Psaltery, Epinette de Jambe, Guitar and beautiful vocal harmonies will transport you to another place and time!"   

http://www.theharperandtheminstrel.com/

Madfish is trying something new ~ Just Like Newman July 21st 5-8pm

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Exciting new date for JLN. On Saturday, July 21st from 5pm to 8pm, we’ll be playing an afternoon gig at one of our favorite places to hang on the water – Madfish Grill! We are psyched about this one and hope you’ll come join us for some late afternoon / early evening fun.

https://www.facebook.com/justlikenewman/app_2405167945

http://www.madfishgrille.com/

Thursday night blues party @ The Rhumb Line to host Ricky “King” Russell

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Thursday – 9:00 to 12:00 ~ Dave Sag’s Blues Party

Photo by Sharon Lowe

Dave Says,

It’s that time again! We’re gathering all the troops to pay obeisance to the king of the Boston blues Scene: Mr. Ricky “King” Russell. Approved by Pope John Paul Ringo! Everytime he plays here we gotta call in a hazmat team! I’m oiling down my bass in preparation for the great sleazy, cheesy, wheezy effluvium that’s gonna emanate from the throbbing stage. Master of the gritar, this guy will chase you back under your own personal rock where it won’t be safe to come out for weeks! You’ll see!
Unfortunately , his doppleganger on drums, Mr. Ed Scheer, is  down with a bad case of St. Vitus dance, and coupled with unsuccessful cosmetic weenis surgery, won’t be able to hit a stick for several weeks. So a surprise drummer is in the pipeline, trying desperately to get out! Fortunately Mr. Greg T. and myself will be there, litter in tow, to assist in medical emergencies. The bombing will start in 5 minutes….

Henry Ferrini wants to let you know what’s happening @ Maritime Gloucester on August 4th.

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Saturday, August 4, 2012, at the Gloucester Maritime Center, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA

Free Drum Workshop 3:00-4:30 pm (bring your drum)

Waterfront Concert starts at 6:30 pm.

Tickets $25.00

Kids under 18 Free

for more info and tickets go to www.northshorejazzproject.org

Tickets also available at Maritime Gloucester store on Harbor loop.


Here is a video i did here about the event.

Here’s a blurb about the band.

Lamine Toure and Group Saloum

This concert is a benefit for Maritime Gloucester and the North Shore Jazz Project.

Last year Lamine and his band had everyone dancing on the docks. The North Shore Jazz Project mission is to create an environment on the North Shore where music education, performance and appreciation can flourish and Gloucester Maritime needs no introduction.  Lamine Toure comes from a family of Griot’s in Senegal. He teaches African drumming at MIT in Cambridge, Ma. Don’t miss the waterfront dance party of the season.

Henry