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

Castle Manor Inn/ Seaglass Restaurant entertainment schedule.

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http://www.castlemanorinn.com/

Here is the music schedule for August, September and October:
Aug. 3 RPM (Rory McKenzie,”Gloucester’s Grammy winner, Peter Malaquias, Michael Lindberg)
Aug. 10 Inge Berge (solo)
Aug. 17 Sandra Lee & Greg Tower
Aug. 24 Boru (Tom O’Brian, Peter Malaquias and Al Rice)
Aug. 31 Sandra Lee & Greg Tower
Sept. 7 RPM
Sept. 14 Toni Ann Enes/ Inge Berge/Rory McKenzie/ Peter Malaquias
Sept. 21 Boru
Sept. 28 Inge Berge (solo)
Oct. 5 (Private Function)
Oct. 12 Sandra Lee & Greg Tower
Oct. 19 Tom O’Brian (solo)
Oct. 26 Inge Berge
Please add that in addition to Friday night entertainment (7:00 to 10:00)
Toni Ann Enes & Frank Hawks are playing every Sunday with guest appearances from local favorites ,from 5:00 to 8:00.
There are two Sunday functions ,Aug.12 and Sept. 30, that we will not be there.
Toni Ann Enes

OVERDRIVE HORNS AT GENTILE BANDSTAND SUNDAY, JULY 29, 7PM, FREE!

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Photo by Barbara Van Zoeren

http://www.overdrivehorns.com/index.php

Overdrive will appear at the Antonio Gentile Bandstand, Stage Fort Park,
Glouceseter, at 7pm, on Sunday, July 29 in a free concert. Bring a blanket
or chair and be ready for an evening of Good Rockin’ with the eight piece
band featuring the Overdrive Horns. For concert information please contact
David Benjamin at 978-281-0543 or on line at www.davidlbenjamin.com
Parking is free and restrooms are handicap accessible.

Safety~Madfish~Saturday July 28

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Ghostbusters, Footloose, Desperately Seeking Susan, Pretty in Pink, Breakfast Club, Back to the Future, License to Drive, Mannequin, Beetlejuice, Flight of the Navigator, Bill & Ted, Princess Bride, Karate Kid, Ferris Bueller, Clue, Goonies, Flashdance, Heathers, Inner Space, Labyrinth, Lost Boys, Top Gun, Roadhouse, Liquid Sky, Short Circuit, Say Anything, Fast Times, Spinal Tap, ET, Dirty Dancing, Teen Wolf, Better of Dead, Stripes, Coming to America…

Dress up as your favorite 80s Movie Character, or just pull out your hypercolor, creepers, and side ponytails! Come to the Madfish on Rocky Neck. Dance. All. Night. Long.

SAFETY 80s Movie Party • all your favorite 80s hits • LIVE • Madfish • 77 Rocky Neck Ave • Gloucester, MA • $10

*The second of only two shows this summer!
** Dressing up encouraged, but not required!

Shelly “Y” Yarmovsky Plays at the Seaward Inn’s Sunday Morning Live Brunch, Sunday, July 29, 2012

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Rockport, MA – Shelly “Y”, his act, which includes songs from the 30’s to
the 80’s 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. He is accompanied by a very talented, Berkelee trained, jazz
musician, who plays both guitar and keyboards.

Annette Means
www.seawardinn.com
Seaward Inn
44 Marmion Way
Rockport, MA 01966
978-546-3471

The Harbor Loop Concert has been Cancled for tonights show 7-26-2012

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*** TONIGHT’S GIG IS CANCELED (possibly postponed ’til later in the summer) DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER WARNINGS!!! Thanks to all who were planning to attend!!! ****

 

 Three Shows in one night!

Charlee Bianchini

solo acoustic

photo by Louise

http://www.charleebeth.com/

~

Magnolia

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

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

~

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

The Gary Backstrom Band~Rhumb Line ~This Friday night 7-27-2012

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If you were at the Harbor Loop Concert last Thursday you got to hear the Gary Backstom Band. The remind me of Santana, The Grateful Dead and Frank Zappa all rolled up in one. The music issurreal.   I am looking forward to seeing them again.
Joanne
 About Gary Backstrom
Hometown: Gloucester, MA
Genres: Rock / Soul / Jam Band
Members: Gary Backstrom, Dave Osoff, Brian O’Connell, Mike Doyle

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 Mike 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.

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Check out more  music > http://www.garybackstrom.com/

https://www.reverbnation.com/garybackstrom

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/

~

Magnolia

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

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

~

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