Author: Joanne

Thursday -3/15/2012 – 9:00 to 12:00 ~ Dave Sag’s Blues Party

Dave says.

We have a white knuckle situation this Thursday as we drag in that maniacal mentor of the blues: Mr. Evan Goodreau. He’ll be tickling your earbone all night long with his belt-sanding glitar and smooth creamy vocals. clothing optional. Backing him up will be that Irish instigator of the drums: Mr. “Molto: Benny Benson. Of course, Greg T. and myself complete the roundup. We’re alpha and omega free. Bring your defibrillator!
  And I’m gettin’ sick and tired of sayin’ it, but Sunday sees the triumphant return of the GEEZERZ up at Glenn’s in Nbpt. Boo-hoo…nobody from Globster ever shows up. So, screw it!
  Also , Mon. afternoon at the Rose Baker Senior Center, the Old Saltys are at it again from 1 to 3. You should see these people dance. Put you to shame! It’s free, too. Smelling salts recommended.

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It’s that time of year again and it’s on a Saturday night!!! Come Celebrate St. Paddys Day with O’Brien’s Boru. Come early for Corn Beef and the Guinness will be flowing. We have been playing Irish music at the Rhumb Line for over 20 years. Make it a point to come on down to the Rhumbline for a great night of music, food and drink!!!

History of Boru

The History of Boru

Brian mac Cennétig, called Brian Bóruma, Brian Boru, Emperor of the Irish (c. 941–23 April 1014), (English: Brian Boru, Irish: Brian Bóraimhe), was an Irish king who ended the centuries-long domination of the Kingship of Ireland by the Uí Néill.

Building on the achievements of his father, Cennétig mac Lorcain, and brother, Mathgamain, Brian first made himself King of Munster, then subjugated Leinster, making himself ruler of the south of Ireland.

O’brien’s Boru
March 17, 2011
St. Patty’s Day at The Rhumbline
Gloucester, MA. 01930

The day warmed up nicely. The sun shone bright and the snow, from the hardest winter in recent memory was almost gone. Spring seemed to be just around the corner.

By 4PM March 17, 2011, O’Brien’s Boru had arrived at the Rhumbline
to set up shop at this famous Gloucester, MA landmark.

The band’s first CD “O’Brien’s Boru” was heard on the sound system.
It was St Patrick’s Day and the band was performing their special brand of Irish music for the 20^th year.
If you’ve never been to the Rhumbline on St Paddy’s Day you’ve missed a special celebration.

“Viva St Patrick” was the cry as a full house joined in the singing and dancing.
The aroma of corned beef and cabbage filled the air and the Guinness flowed freely.

Besides friends and fans from the Gloucester area, people from all over joined in the celebration.

From Tacoma, Washington to Portland, Maine, folks were in town for the show.
From Taiwan came a young lady who requested songs by the Saw Doctors.
From Scotland it was “Scottish Joe” who got up with the band to sing a rousing version of “The Wild Rover”.

The music began at 6PM and lasted until past midnight.
The band performed classic Irish songs from their first CD and added many more from their new CD (due out soon).

One of many highlights was the first live performance of an original song, written by the band, entitled “Hills Along The River Shannon.
As usual, the band finished up with a last set of songs by the Pogues, Drop Kick Murphy’s, Saw Doctors, Van Morrison and U2.

The band wants to thank all their friends who attended on the big day.

Why not check out the schedule and have a night out with the band?We’ll be expecting all you back, all you “Cailins” (girls) and “Garsuns” (boys)
to join us Saturday, March 17, 2012 for our very own
St Patrick’s Day celebration at the Rhumb Line.

Hola everyone!
A Mexican Birthday Extravaganza!
This week’s line-up:
J.B. Amero, Dan King, Wolf Ginandes & Dave Mattacks
Guess what… it’s J.B.’s birthday!  And guess what… it’s Dave Mattacks’ birthday, too!
Same day, same year.  Of course, you’ll have to ask them yourself if you want to know what
that particular year is!

WITH DEEPEST REGRETS:
Since there are no prior engagements, Sewell Hayes WILL INDEED be able to attend.

Tuesday, March 13… 7 to 9pm
Jalapenos
86 Main Street
Gloucester, MA  01930-5710
978-283-8228

(Photo: Dave Mattacks and Meg Griffin outside Gloucester’s Bang A Song Recording Studios)

Internationally respected drummer Dave Mattacks is a native of North London who now makes him home in Marblehead, Massachusetts.  After years as a member of Britain’s Fairport Convention, he has recorded with Richard Thompson, Nick Drake, XTC, McCartney, Joan Armatrading, Elton John and so many more.  Dave can be heard regularly at in Gloucester venues including Jalapenos, The Dog Bar, The Rhumb Line and The Franklin playing everything from Jazz to Americana to The Blues with a variety of other notable musicians who make their home on Cape Ann, Massachusetts.

At Bang A Song Recording Studios in Gloucester, Dave recently co produced “Epic Hello”, the 2nd album from Gloucester based band, ‘Bandit Kings’.

During this 2-part conversation with Sirius XM’s Meg Griffin, Dave Mattacks talks about his rich musical experiences with the late Sandy Denny and Nick Drake as well as his love of the Gloucester music scene and the players who make it great. 

“Having Words With Meg” featuring Dave Mattacks on Sirius XM ~ The Loft channel 30

http://www.siriusxm.com/theloft

Monday & Tuesday        March 12th & 13th  at 2pm

Sunday March 18th                                       at 4pm

Saturday March 31st                                      at 9pm

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He is a master.  A study in simplicity backed by sneaky-smart
technique.  She is a rare songbird with pure tone and perfect
rhythm.  Chick Marston & Ellen Ford revisit the Rhumb Line.

Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Prime Rib Dinner – $9.95 (while they last)
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Sincerely…Fly.

Thursday – 9:00 to 12:00 

Dave says,

We have the post Fat Tuesday post-partum blues this week as we welcome back Justin Quinn and his merry band of idiots to our stage. Justin is the meanest and heartiest practicioner of the Mississippi saxaphone (harmonica) that I’ve ever known. Every time his boys show up,  Fred needs an extra clean-up crew! We’ll be wailin’ thru the whole book of Chicago blues. He’s bringing along Mr. Jon Ross, vibrating gootarist to help us with our recovery. Mr. Andrew Jones will be filling those size14 drum duties. Of course, Mr. Greg T. and myself will be there, putting up the cracks.

  And then there’s Saturday nite at the Annie. Yet another grueling evening cranking out swing and other sordid dance music with the Good Old Salty Jazz and Swing Band, featuring Mr. Henry Allen on vocals. We’ve done this a couple of times and we really had a ball, so you should get out and dance while your neuromotor system still works. Hours are 8 to 11. Admission is $20.www.HenryAllen.org www.TheAnnie.org www.TheCapeAnn.org

Ted’s Excellent Adventure:
Entertainment extravaganza fundraiser.
Join in the fun and help our friend Ted rebuild and start over!
Ted was displaced and lost everything in a house fire in November.
A reunion of popular Gloucester area bands:
Tickets purchased in advance ~ $15.00
Tickets purchased at the door ~ $20.00
Cash bar, raffles and more!!

Please contact Frank Hawks or Kimberly Shaw for tickets and info.
There will also be tickets being sold by various band members and folks around town!

More contact/ticket info to follow