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

This Sunday at The Seaward INN ~ Judy C

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The SEAWARD INN, Rockport will feature Judy
C, Singer-Songwriter-Guitarist, Sunday Morning Live, September 18th. from 9:00
a.m. to NOON during a Breakfast Buffet by the Sea. She will be joined by Joe
Kessler on the violin.

Just recently Judy C released
her debut CD, ” 444 “, a moving collection of songs.
Please visit blog.seawardinn.com for more on the
artist or call 978-546-3471. There is no cover
charge.

80s themed GFAA Newell Stadium Renewal Benefit Concert

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We are so excited for our 80s themed GFAA Newell Stadium Renewal Benefit Concert Tonight Friday, September 9 at the Madfish on Rocky Neck.

Featuring SAFETY 80s band as well as the recently reunited Glostafarians!

According to the GFAA website “The GFAA is a nonprofit 501(c) community-based organization dedicated to the principle that all of Gloucester’s children should be able to participate in the sport of their choice, regardless of financial circumstances. As equally important is our belief that the student-athletes should be able to practice and play on safe and maintained facilities.The Newell Stadium Renewal Project is an initiative aimed at the future of Glouceser, its children, and their athletics. Over the years many of you have played, ran or just walked at Newell Stadium. Those days may be behind you now, but we need your help to ensure the present and future children of Gloucester get the same opportunities you did. They need a place where they can enjoy their sports, whether it be soccer, lacrosse, track and field, field hockey or football, a place they can feel safe, feel like a Fishermen, feel at home. That is our dream; to build a special place that every Gloucester Fishermen, past or future can be proud to call HOME. In order to accomplish this dream we need your help. Please take a minute to see what our dreams have inspired, and please think about lending your support.””This project is a reflection of our community” says Gloucester native and past GHS Fisherman, Dan King. “Currently Newell Stadium is in the most dire need of repair and is unusable for most events. The new stadium will host multiple public functions and be a shining example of pride for our city. It’s time to show the kids and the outside world that we care about where we came from and where we’re going.”
Local bands SAFETY 80s and the Glostafarians have donated their time and music to the cause. There is a $20 suggested donation/cover charge and doors will open at 8pm (21+ after 8pm). This event is sponsored by the class of 1988 alongside other GHS 80s classes.The general public is also more than welcome!There will also be a gathering at Rocky Neck Madfish Gallery Number 5 which will be free and all ages! Gallery 5 will display the plans for the new stadium, information and questions can be answered there by members of the GFAA, and donations of any size can be given there by people who want to take part and help but don’t want to go to the party. The Gallery will be family friendly starting at 6pm, Every Gloucester citizen is invited to come get informed and take part in making our city a better place! For more information, please email danking92@gmail.com.$20/8pm/77 Rocky Neck Ave. Gloucester, MA–
victoryagents@gmail.com
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Current Bands
www.banditkings.com
www.safety80s.com
www.danielscottking.com
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Currently Booking
Madfish Grille
The Studio
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play music.

This Wednesday Night Sasquatch Joins Fly Amero

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Prime Rib Specials! Wednesdays Only!

 

Hello everyone! Wednesday, September 7th Special Guest: SASQUATCH!

Sasquatch has graciously offered to fill in for our previously scheduled guest, John Rockwell (John had a last minute change in his itinerary and will be rejoining us on a future date). Meanwhile, Sasquatch brings us his brilliant humor and moving stories of the sea by way of song. He is a unanimous all-time favorite among our many listeners over the years. Please come and enjoy! Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm *Each week features a special, invited musical guest Dave Trooper’s Kitchen… Prime Rib Dinner – $9.95 (while they last) Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good! Upcoming: Sept. 14: ORVILLE GIDDINGS Sept. 21: HENRI SMITH Sept. 28: RIC ST. GERMAIN Sincerely… Prime Rib Specials! Wednesdays Only! Hello everyone! Wednesday, September 7th Special Guest: SASQUATCH! Sasquatch has graciously offered to fill in for our previously scheduled guest, John Rockwell (John had a last minute change in his itinerary and will be rejoining us on a future date). Meanwhile, Sasquatch brings us his brilliant humor and moving stories of the sea by way of song. He is a unanimous all-time favorite among our many listeners over the years. Please come and enjoy! Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm *Each week features a special, invited musical guest Dave Trooper’s Kitchen… Prime Rib Dinner – $9.95 (while they last) Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good! Upcoming: Sept. 14: ORVILLE GIDDINGS Sept. 21: HENRI SMITH Sept. 28: RIC ST. GERMAIN Sincerely… I hope to see you there! 🙂 ~ Fly I hope to see you there! 🙂 ~ Fly

Treat yourself to some of the best harmony ever. The Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester @ Maritime Gloucester ~ Saturday September 3, 2011

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Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester will be performing Saturday, September 3rd, for

Gloucester’s Maritime Heritage Day at Maritime Gloucester (formerly the Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center), located at

23 Harbor Loop off Rogers St. waterfront part of downtown Gloucester, as it hosts its annual Heritage Day celebration from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Center’s exhibits and aquarium will be open free of charge throughout the day. Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester will be on stage from 12 noon till 2 pm, singing their 6o’s, doo wop style, oldies and Motown music in 4-part harmony. Plenty of seating. Free to all.

Music Around Town ~ August 1 – 4, 2011

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This Thursday at the Harbor Loop Concert to play ~ Phat Maxx and the opening act Chelsea Berry

Opening act ~ Chelsea Berry

Photo By Louise

   

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

Dave says,

 

Well, another summer shot to hell. I’m needing all this week to recover from last weekend’s grueling gigload. Nearly made $150 for three nights’ work. Things are looking up! We’re going to razzmatazz you this thursday with the likes of Mr. Andrew Clark, the tootin’ Torquemada of the tenor. Thrill to the dentist drill-like sorties from one of the most pre-eminent sax tootlers in the New England area. A.C.’s the man! Whether he’s crooning yer favorite toon or just outgassing to the boogie beat, you’ll find something to pray for.
Pushing the beat behind him will be one of my personal faves, Mr. Forrest “Gump” Padgett. Or, “Frosty” as we refer to him. I don’t know why. Someone left him here one night and we can’t figure out how to get him home!
Of course,all you air glitar heads will be happy to know that, yes, Greg T. will be there, too, as well as myself.

 

http://www.papasax.com/

 

 

Friday – 9:30 to 12:30 ~ Down and Derby Band


Photo by Sharon Lowe

Saturday – 9:30 to 12:30 ~ Soul Force ~V~

Sunday ~ 8:30 ~ Pitch Black Ribbons

 

 

http://www.captcarlo.com/index.cfm


Thursday – 6:30 to 9:30 ~ John Jerome – acoustic

Friday  – 9:00 to 12:00 ~ Full Circle

Saturday – 6:00 to 8:00~ CASEY HERLIHY

9:00 – 12:00 – FAST TIMES 80’S TRIBUTE SHOW

Sunday – 3:00 to 6:00 ~ MICHAEL KING

The Dog Bar~http://dogbarcapeann.com/welcome1.html

 

Thursday – 9:00 to 11:00 ~ Marina Evans

Friday – 9:00 to 12:00 ~ Blue Bop – featuring Marty Rowen, Dave Mattacks and Dave Brown

Saturday- 9:00 to 12:00 ~ Funbucket

Sunday – 9:00 to 12:00 ~ 

Minglewood Tavern

Photo by Louise

Groovin’ at the Lat.
Live Music at Latitude 43!

September 2, 2011
Ned Nugent & The Big Babies
Ultimate Rock N Roll Band! In the Pub

September 3, 2011
Mike O’Connell Band
Southern/Classic Rock In the Pub

 

 

Alchemy~http://www.alchemybistro.com/

“Art of Alchemy”

Wednesday.

10% of proceeds go to fund Gloucester Arts Education.

We’ll have a new artist every month. Matt

Wednesday ~ Ladies night ~ 7:00 to 9:00 ~

 

The Franklin Cafe ~  http://www.franklincafe.com/

Friday night – 7:00pm ~ Chelsea Berry

 

 

Cape Ann Brewing ~ http://www.capeannbrewing.com/

Thursday nights  ~ Open mic with Brian Fines

Friday night 9:30 to close~Troy and Tramack

Saturday 9:30 ~ 9:00 pm  ~ The Runaround

Madfish Grille ~ http://www.madfishgrille.com/


Thursday – 9:00 to close ~ Soul Rebel Project

Friday – 9:00 to close ~ 9:00 pm ~ Safety

Saturday – 9:00 to close ~ Richard James

Sunday – 9:00 To close ~ Jack Lee and Diversity  ~ 5.00 dollar cover charge

 

Topside Grille –  Events  ~ http://www.topsidegrill.com/index.php?link=events

 

Jazz brunch-11:00 to 2:00

Giuseppe’s~ http://www.giuseppesma.com/Giuseppes/Welcome.html

Click photo for  info and tour.

Thursday –  Saturday 8:30 pm  ~ JOE THOMAS

Sunday – 7:00 pm  ~

 

http://www.thecapeann.org/

www.henryallen.org

First Monday of the month

 

Gloucester Dine and Dance Cruise ~ http://gddcruise.com/menu.html

 

7:00  ~Jack  Lee and Diversity

http://www.espressoitaliangrille.com/

Sunday Brunch – 11:00 to 2:00 ~

Monday night karaoke

DJ SCOTTIE MAC @ ESPRESSO’S

 

Coffee House at Saint John’s ~ http://www.stjohnsgloucester.org/

7:00pm –

Pleasant Street Tea Company ~ http://www.facebook.com/pages/Gloucester-MA/Pleasant-Street-Tea-Co/69436656326#!/pages/Gloucester-MA/Pleasant-Street-Tea-Co/69436656326

The Gloucester House – http://www.thegloucesterhouse.com/

 

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=237702456259719

Cruiseport Gloucester ~ http://www.cruiseportgloucester.com/

Studio Restaurant ~ http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Studio-Lounge-Deck/118740858169297?sk=wall


Friday ~ 9:00 ~ Generation Gap


Saturday ~9:00 to 12:00~

Sunday – 6:00 pm ~

Antonio Gentile Memorial Bandstand Summer Concert Series ~ http://www.capeannvacations.com/festival-event.cfm?id=268

Gentile Bandstand Summer Concert Series, 32 Revere St., Gloucester, MA 01930

 

7:oo pm  ~ Cape Ann Community Band


Cape Ann Community Cinema – http://www.massbayfilmproject.org/

 

 
 

Woodmans – http://www.woodmans.com/

Woodman’s of Essex

 Latin Night events at the Lobster Trap is Essex, presented by Franco Lazo Morales, Woodman’s Director of Entertainment.  You can expect a live music set early around 7 that will lead you into Salsa lessons and a live DJ Latino-style dance party!  Franco is from Mexico City and works as a soloist inviting along special guests, he plays a variety of Latin inspired music with a reggae flare.  Please spread the word, these events are taking place every Thursday in May with prospects of continuing throughout the Summer!

http://www.facebook.com/note.php?created&&note_id=10150175856403124#!/event.php?eid=215246525158899

Sea Garden Restaurant at Seaward Inn – http://www.seawardinn.com/ http://www.seawardinn.com/pdfs/Seaward%20Inn_Calendar_2010.pdf

The SEAWARD INN, Rockport welcomes back Jay & Abby Michaels, The Harper and the Minstrel, Sunday Morning Live,

9:00 a.m. to Noon, September 4th. during a Breakfast Buffet by the Sea.

“Celtic Harps, Flutes, Recorders, Penny Whistle, Bowed Psaltery, Guitar, Dulcimer and beautiful vocal harmonies will transport you to another place and time!

Visit blog.seawardinn.com or call 978-546-3471. There is no cover charge!

The Shalin Liu Performance Center ~ Performance Center” – http://www.rockportmusic.org/newperformance.html

10:00 pm  ~

Click the banner for upcoming events

37 Main Street, Rockport, MA

978-546-7391 or www.rockportmusic.org

Shalin Liu Performance Center,

Main Street in Rockport, MA

Old Sloop Coffee House ~ http://www.rockportucc.org/oldsloopcoffeehouse.htm

Click banner for event happenings

The Rockport Legion  Band~http://rockportlegionband.wordpress.com/

Steve Thomas, Music Director Rockport (MA) Legion Band WEB:  http://rockportlegionband.wordpress.com E: rockportband@gmail.com

One World Coffeehouse ~ http://oneworldcoffeehouse.org/

One World Coffeehouse has been hosting folk & acoustic music since  1993.  Concerts are held (more or less) monthly on Saturday night.  All concerts start at 8 PM.   Unless otherwise noted, $15 donation at the door. Handicapped accessable. Reservations:978-768-3690

 

Friday  – 9:00 ~

Saturday -9:00 ~

The Landing – http://www.thelandingat7central.com/index.php/calendar

Friday 8:30 pm 

Saturday – 9:00 pm  ~The Bandit Kings

Sunday 6:00 – Michael O’Leary

 

Up coming events

Dave Sag’s Blues Party To Host Andrew Clark This Thursday

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Dave says,

Well, another summer shot to hell. I’m needing all this week to recover from last weekend’s grueling gigload. Nearly made $150 for three nights’ work. Things are looking up! We’re going to razzmatazz you this thursday with the likes of Mr. Andrew Clark, the tootin’ Torquemada of the tenor. Thrill to the dentist drill-like sorties from one of the most pre-eminent sax tootlers in the New England area. A.C.’s the man! Whether he’s crooning yer favorite toon or just outgassing to the boogie beat, you’ll find something to pray for.
Pushing the beat behind him will be one of my personal faves, Mr. Forrest “Gump” Padgett. Or, “Frosty” as we refer to him. I don’t know why. Someone left him here one night and we can’t figure out how to get him home!
Of course,all you air glitar heads will be happy to know that, yes, Greg T. will be there, too, as well as myself.

http://www.papasax.com/

 

Johnny Carwash Joins Fly Amero This Wednesday Night.

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Prime Rib Specials!
Wednesdays Only!Hello everyone!

Wednesday, August 31st
Special Guests: JOHNNY CARWASH!

Bob Davis and his great band, JOHNNY CARWASH
will be bringing authentic american surfer-style guitar music
to the Rhumb Line this week. It is perhaps a lesser-known
fact these days… Bob represents a MAJOR chapter in the
long-term history of Gloucester’s rock/pop music scene. He
was around BEFORE the Beatles emerged – back when Jason
Chamberlain started what might’ve been Cape Ann’s very
first rock band, The Galaxies in the early, early 1960s. Davis
was (and still remains) a true master of the Ventures “twang”,
bending the neck of his Fender Telecaster into shapes and
contortions unintended and unimagined by its manufacturor.
Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Prime Rib Dinner –$9.95 (while they last)
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Upcoming:
Sept. 7: JOHN ROCKWELL
 

Sept. 14: ORVILLE GIDDINGS
 

Sept. 21: HENRI SMITH

Sincerely…
I hope to see you there! 🙂 ~ Fly

The Seaward Inn, Rockport, welcomes the Nautilus Brass Quintet

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The Seaward Inn, Rockport, welcomes the Nautilus Brass Quintet, recent winners of the 2011 University of Connecticut Brass Day Finalists in the 2010 International Jan Koetsier Chamber Competition. Exciting teaching opportunities include collaborating with NOVA Musica, the The Rectory School, and continued national and international chamber music competitions.
Performing Sunday Morning Live August 28th. from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. during a Breakfast Buffet by the Sea.
Visit blog.seawardinn.com or call 978-546-3471. No cover charge.

http://www.youtube.com/user/NautilusBrass


Dave Sag’s Blues Party @ The Rhumb Line to host Diane Blue

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O.K.,Froggy , it’s time to plunk your magic twanger! Hiya, kids, hah-ah-ah…we got a really big shew for ya this week, so let’s get started….
  Starting off Thursday nite, we’ve got Ms. Diane Blue returning to our stage at the Rheum Line. One of our personal faves, she’ll be hootin’ and tootin’ her harp all nite long and singin’ all those groovey toonz that make you wanna dance. She’ll be backed up by that inimitable drummnambulist Mr. Roger Brocklebank, he of MADHOUSE fame. Of course, Greg T. and myself complete this foray into the unknown. Might have a srecial guest or two, too.

http://dianebluemusic.com/index.html

Some more news,

AND, on Friday nite, it’s the melting of the minds at the Studio on Rocky Neck, as the carpet remnants of  the Geezerz lay down the cool grooves to the boogie beat. DM is still recovering from back surgery and Dave Brown is going in for a brainstem bypass proceedure, so, we’ve added Steve Sadler and “L’il” Steevee Chagarris to the mix of Greg T. and myself. Highly explosive, I might add. Drinking, dancing, and keeling over starts at 9 pm.
AND FURTHERMORE, Saturday nite sees the return of John Keegan ® and MADHOUSE to the Madfish Grill! Johnny and his ants will all be there gnawing on the pilings and filling your head with dervishness from 9 pm onward. Come see Cardinal Cushing anoint him with Oil of Ofay! The best summer weekend you’ll never remember!

The Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester are back

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This weekend:

The long awaited, Gloucester Waterfont Festival is here this Saturday and Sunday.

HonkyTonk Women of Gloucester will be performing from 1-4pm on SUNDAY afternoon.

We play chartbusting hits of the 50′s and 60′s – singing in 4-part harmony .

Stage Fort Park is the new site for the festival.  You can always park on the boulevard and walk in or if you have a resident beach parking sticker you should be good to go. We hope you enjoy the festival.  It is a wonderful annual event and there is something for everyone.

Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester,

Sheila, Barbara, Caroline & Elaine

Next Weekend:

HonkyTonk Women of GLoucester will be performing at the Essex Music Festival

Next Saturday, August 27th .  Look for us at 12:30 pm at Centennial Grove – Pine grove stage

Dave Sag’s 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

Well, will surprises never cease? This Thursday I’m proud to present The debut of the one and only Mr. Ricky “King” Russell to our stage at the Rhumb Line. In case you’ve been sleeping under a rock, this is a big deal. Ricky is the most premier Blues practicizer in the whole New England Scene. Glitarist, vocalist, and frontman, this cat does it all with aplomb and panache. Haven’t seen him in years and now our paths collide again! Sparks will fly!
  The man responsible for this is the auteur drummnambulist, Mr. Edd Scheer, one of our personal faves. He’s hipped me to the coolest cat that is what am, and I believe it. He’ll be beating those eggs and slinging words all over the place. Of course, Greg T. and myself will be there, too, filling out the wasteline. You snooze, you lose. Make a date! and come early  for Fred and Troop’s Cajun surprise menu.
  And this Sunday, it’s the Ipswich musical mind melt, once again, as Mr. Mark Earley fastens electrodes to  the likes of Tom Palance on trumpet, Roomful ‘o Blues keyboard wizard Travis Colby, and Myself on the stage of Stone Soup for another great night of musical mayhem. I can’t wait!  Make your reservations now cuz the place fills up fast! Rheumer has it that many katz and kittenz in the jazz and blooz scene are ripe and comin’ down for your glistening pleasure, so, tie yourself to the mast and have a ball. Hours 6 to 9. Don’t be ell- seven!

http://www.myspace.com/rickykingrussellband

Local Music Events

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Prime Rib Specials!
Wednesdays Only!

Hello everyone!  
Wednesday, August 17th
This week: J.B. AMERO…

…plus surprise guests…
…and when you find out who they are, BOY, will you be
surprised!  The great J.B. takes us all on another trip from
Merle Haggard to James Brown – with all the exciting stops
along the way!  Never to be missed!
Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Prime Rib Dinner –  $9.95 (while they last)
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Upcoming:
August 31: JOHNNY CARWASH

Sincerely…
I hope to see you there!  🙂 ~ Fly

 

Linda Amero – Jazz Trio                 Captain Carlos Restaurant        Monday, 8/15   6:30-9:30 pm Linda Amero (vocals), John Funkhouser (piano), and David Landoni (bass) will be performing at Captain Carlos Restaurant, Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA on Monday, 8/15/11 from 6:30-9:30 pm.  

Linda Amero – Jazz Trio                 

Franklin Cafe       Friday 8/19,  7-10 pm

Linda Amero (vocals), Jane Potter (piano), and Thomas Hebb (bass) will be performing Downstairs at the Franklin Cafe, 118 Main St, Gloucester, MA on Friday, 8/19/11 from 7-10 pm.  Dinner reservations recommended.

Linda Amero – Jazz Trio                 

Franklin Cafe “Sidewalk Cafe” (Block Party)     Sat. 8/20  6-9 pm

Linda Amero (vocals), Jack Senier (piano), and Bronek Suchanek (bass) will be performing Outdoors @ the Franklin Cafe BLOCK PARTY, 118 Main St, Gloucester, MA on Saturday, 8/20/11 from 6-9 pm.  Dinner reservations highly recommended (only 10 tables outdoors).


Sea Garden Restaurant at Seaward Inn – http://www.seawardinn.com/ http://www.seawardinn.com/pdfs/Seaward%20Inn_Calendar_2010.pdf

The SEAWARD INN, Rockport will feature Caroline Mead and Andrew McGarrah, Sunday Morning Live, August 21st. from 9:00 a.m. to NOON during a Breakfast Buffet by the Sea.
Winner of 2010 Pingree School’s Songwriting Competition this young acoustic Pop duo
is sure to delight as they perform a fresh smooth blend of vocal harmonies.
Please visit blog.seawardinn.com for more on the artists or call 978-546-3471. No cover charge.

Music at The Madfish this weekend

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victoryagents@gmail.com
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Current Bands
www.banditkings.com

www.safety80s.com
www.danielscottking.com
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Currently Booking
Madfish Grille
The Studio
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play music.