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

Music Around Town This Weekend

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Event by Brian Alex

Online: facebook.com

Today at 12 PM · Anyone on or off Facebook

A little Friday noontime music to start your Memorial Day Weekend 🙂
https://www.facebook.com/brianalexmusic
Online

SATURDAY AT 9 PM EDT

Live Music Returns with Alter Ego

Free  @ Machaca Gloucester

It’s been a quiet 14 and a half months without live music, but this weekend, that all ends as we welcome ALTER EGO this Saturday from 9 to midnight.
Get here early to get a set, have some dinner, cocktails and celebrate the return of rock ‘n roll!

14 Rogers Street

Gloucester, MA

Sunday, May 30th from 12:00-3:00pmToniAnn Enes and Dave Koen

CANCELED DO TO WEATHER!

@

Castaway’s Vintage Cafe’ on 65 Main Street!

Dear Friends,
It is great to be playing again and seeing you all, sure has been a while.
This Sunday, May 30th from 12:00-3:00pm I’ll be right here in Gloucester at Castaway’s Vintage Cafe’, on 65 Main Street!
They offer specialty drinks, bowls, bites and smoothies. If you are out and about enjoying the day Dave Koen & I will be playing in the beautiful courtyard.
Hope to see you and as always without you I couldn’t do what I love…thank you for your support.🎵 💗

65 Main Street, Gloucester, MA

https://www.castawaysvintagecafe.com

We are Back and bigger than ever. You keep asking and we hear you. KARAOKE IS HERE!!!! Every Wednesday night starting at 9 pm June 2,2021 @ DRIFT Gloucester.

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3 Main Street . Gloucester, MA

https://www.facebook.com/driftgloucester/

SUNDAY May 16 @ 7:30 PM Alexandra Grace – Solstice Album Release Show.Facebook Live

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Event by Alexandra Grace Music
Online with Facebook Live
Sunday at 7:30 PM EDT
Price: Free
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Join me for a stripped down acoustic performance of my new EP Solstice! I’ll be sharing the stories behind each of the 5 songs and performing the album from beginning to end. I’ll also be releasing some new merch – a jewelry collection, that I carefully handcrafted out of sterling silver and stones inspired by Solstice’s album cover. Can’t wait to see you, friends!!

go here>www.facebook.com/alexandra.grace1010

The Monday Night Jam w/ Dennis & Joe – LIVE STREAM on Facebook 8pm 5.10.2021

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Good day, Jamily!!

Happy Monday!We hope y’all had a great weekend!

Check out tonight’s lineup-Meaghan Casey 8:00-8:20

Nancy Goodman, Elizabeth Reed, Jim Gutstadt 8:25-8:45

Derek John Bergman 8:50-9:10

Jason DeAmato & Boomsoss! 9:15-9:45

Luke Conlin 9:50-10:10

Paul Findlen 10:15-10:35

Amanda Cook 10:40-11:00

click here to join the jam: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1227095700794122

*virtual tip jars to keep the Jam rolling: Venmo: http://venmo.com/Dennis-Monagle

PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/dennismonagle

Hope to see you all tonight!! Spread the word!! Thank you, Jamily!!

Design Of Mine “Expressive” Jackets made in shoppe by Melissa Tarr.

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The Jam w/ Dennis & Joe – LIVE STREAM on Facebook 8pm 5.3.2021

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Good day, Jamily!!!Happy Monday!!

We’ve got a sweet lineup tonight!

We will be honoring moms as best we can through song, music and words!! 🌺🙌🏼♥️🤘🏼

Christine Baze 8:00-8:20

Jim Coyle 8:25-8:45

Amanda Cook 8:50-9:05

John Mulrooney 9:10-9:30

Renee Dupuis & Joe Cardoza & Dennis Monagle 9:35-9:55

Dan Colbert 10:00-10:15

John Newcomer 10:20-10:35

Bill Toabe 10:40-11:00

click here to join the jam: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1227095700794122


*virtual tip jars to keep the Jam rolling: Venmo: http://venmo.com/Dennis-Monagle

PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/dennismonagle

Hope to see you all tonight!! Spread the word!! Thank you, Jamily!!

The Jam w/ Dennis & Joe – Facebook LIVE STREAM4.26.2021

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We are excited and honored to be donating all “tips” to HAWC tonight for The Jam!!

Stay tuned for our amazing lineup, including HAWC’s own (and long time Jamily member!!), Charlee Bianchini who has been working with Joe Cardoza and I to organize this little fundraiser!

HAWC (Healing Abuse Working for Change) is working tirelessly to help women and children who are, or have been, experiencing domestic abuse and trauma.
“HAWC (Healing Abuse Working for Change) strives to help abused women, children, men, and nonbinary people live free from violence and fear. As a leading domestic violence agency in Massachusetts, HAWC provides a domestic violence helpline, emergency shelter, legal services, advocacy and counseling services to more than 2,500 families in the North Shore area each year.” -(HAWC site)
Please join us for some awesome music to support an incredibly important organization!!
7:55-11:00pm.


“HAWC relies on the support of our community to remain a lifeline to survivors. If you are interested in supporting HAWC today, donations can be made on our website or through venmo. Our handle is [at]HAWCNorthShore. “

Here is our amazing lineup for tonight:

Charlee Bianchini 8:00-8:20

Chelsea Berry 8:25-8:40

Sarah Slifer Swift 8:45-9:00

Nadia Robertson 9:05-9:20

Renee Dupuis+Joe Cardoza+ Dennis Monagle 9:25-9:45

Chris Fritz-Grice 9:50-10:10

Amanda Cook 10:15-10:30

Go here to join > https://www.facebook.com/groups/1227095700794122

Monday Night Open Jam with Dennis & Joe 8pm live on Facebook 4.19.21

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Good day, Jamily!!! Happy Monday!!!We’ve got a sweet looking lineup tonight, once again!

Check it out!Tom Satch Kerans

8:00-8:20Annette Dion

8:25-8:45Alexandra Grace

8:50-9:10Tony Goddess& Sam Goddess

9:15-9:30Brad Byrd

9:35-9:55Joe Cardoza & Dennis Monagle

10:00-10:20Amanda Cook

10:25-10:40Dan Colbert 10:45-11:00

*virtual tip jar to keep the Jam rolling: Venmo: https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2511850864377856555

PayPal: https://wwclpaypal.me/dennismonagle

Hope to see you all tonight!! Spread the word!! Thank you, Jamily!! ✨🎵

Check out local artist Naomi Lee’s art work or better yet see it in person at 4 Centennial Drive in Peabody through April 24th!

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Naomi Lee

Hello all! It’s been a long Winter.. For me, my kitchen and basement flooded so I decided while construction was being done, it was time to find something good from something bad. I took my paints, my brushes and my canvas’ and I escaped to the ocean, my place of peace. I could paint any time with no distraction, watching the sunrise. Tides coming in and out, listening to the waves crash on the rocks while watching the water trickle down back into the ocean. I sat there all day painting into the sun setting over the Twin Lights. As a result I was able to hang 54 of my paintings, many of which were done in Rockport, MA during my 3 month stay. My artwork is on display at 4 Centennial Drive in Peabody through April 24th. I will be live painting this Thursday from 4-6, Saturday April 17th from 3-7, and Thursday April 22nd from 4-6. If anyone is interested in coming and checking it out I would love to have you.

4 Centennial Drive in Peabody, MA

TODAY AT 7 PM EDT – 8:30 PM EDTJoe Wilkins Live StreamFree·Online Event 4.14.2021

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Joe Wilkins Live from Home!
Stream through Facebook https://www.facebook.com/joe.wilkins.906 or https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1fZ9ZUKExDCI2I8_JGlUoQ

About Wilkins
Joe (WILKINS) is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer. Living on Boston’s North Shore, Wilkins writes, records and performs continuously in the Greater Boston area and beyond.

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Songwriting Sessions with Alexandra Grace TODAY AT 7:30 PM EDT – 8 PM EDT 3.16.2021

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Hi folks! Come hang out with me while I play some originals & songs by my favourite songwriters! (maybe even an Irish tune or two in honour of St. Patrick’s Day 🍀 ) I miss you all and I can’t wait to see you at in-person gigs again when it’s safe. 💚

 

Event by Brian Alex and Joanne Cassidy Online: facebook.com ~TOMORROW AT 7 PM EST – 9 PM EST All Request Night – In Advance, Bro

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Price: Free · Duration: 2 hr
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Here’s the details:
1. Getcha requests in early. Post ’em in the discussion here
2. We’ll pick songs from your requests in advance
3. You’ll find out that night which songs we chose, and announce who requested each
4. If there’s a story behind the request, please let us know
5. ONE request per person. Make it a good one 🙂
Watch HERE: www.Facebook.com/brianalexmusic

 

What Time Is It, Mr. Fox? We are thrilled to be performing a set in the Music to Life showcase in the Folk Unlocked Virtual Conference on Monday Feb 22 at 10:20PM

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What Time Is It, Mr. Fox?
 
. The band worked hard remotely to create a 15min set of songs and we’re pretty proud of the results.

Usually, this in-person version of this amazing event is only available to artists and industry professionals, but this year you can tune in! #HOPERISES #FolkUnlocked #FolkAlliance #MusictoLife

LINK TO THE HOPE RISES SHOWCASE: https://folkunlocked.pathable.co/meetings/vFBgiCDLayXSwePW6
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Feb 18 TODAY AT 7:30 PM EST – 8 PM EST Songwriting Sessions with Alexandra Grace Free · Facebook Live

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Event by Alexandra Grace Music and Alexandra Grace
 
Online with Facebook Live
 
Today at 7:30 PM EST – 8 PM EST
 
Price: Free · Duration: 30 min
 
Public Anyone on or off Facebook
 
Hi folks! Come hang out with me while I play some originals & songs by my favourite songwriters. I miss you all and I can’t wait to see you at in-person gigs again when it’s safe. ❤
 

TODAY AT 8 PM EST Soul Rebel Project Live Stream Christmas Eve Online Event 12.24.2020

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Today at 8 PM EST
 
Public · Hosted by Soul Rebel Project, Michael A Francis Jr. and 2 others
 
Online Event
 
Soul Rebel Project will be doing a special Christmas Eve livestream to spread some holiday cheer at 8pm 12/24/20. Tune in to the SRP Facebook page to attend. Happy holidays, see u then!

 

Update on Cape Ann Big Band and the Jambalaya Horns are here to spread some Holiday Cheer this season! 12.19.2020

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JHORNS BREAKING NEWS: Due to residual snow accumulation, street/sidewalk conditions we need to alter tonight’s caroling routes in order to keep everyone safe. Please see the attached flyer for our mini-neighborhood drops on location. Happy Holidays!!!

Greetings Friends!

Please read this through as there is some important information regarding our Mission to spread the Magic this Holiday Season!
1. We’ve tried our best to reach as many neighborhoods as possible, but due to weather, and a pending storm, we’ve had to reschedule some of our previously released dates and times.
2. REMINDER – COVID Safety First and Foremost – During any other time we would love to share the music and moment by having people join, sing, and parade with us. However, in order to keep everyone safe we ask that you enjoy the music at a distance of 6-10ft and refrain from joining or parading. This is a hard thing to ask, but we look forward to doing this again next year and having you join in!
3. Many of you have inquired about Tips or Donations. Yes, of course we accept, but our mission is simply to spread the Joy and Cheer! This has been a difficult time for all, and musicians and artists alike have been without work for nearly a year. If you would like to Tip the group we have a Venmo set up at JHorns or JambalayaHorns. https://venmo.com/u/JambalayaHorns
4. We are grateful for YOU, our community. Whether it’s the full Cape Ann Big Band, a performance with the students at O’maley, or our regular playing around the island, we know well that none of it is possible without your support! The past 2 weeks have been truly MAGICAL!
Wishing you health and happiness this Holiday season!

 

Greetings Friends!
Please read this through as there is some important information regarding our Mission to spread the Magic this Holiday Season!
1. We’ve tried our best to reach as many neighborhoods as possible, but due to weather, and a pending storm, we’ve had to reschedule some of our previously released dates and times.
2. REMINDER – COVID Safety First and Foremost – During any other time we would love to share the music and moment by having people join, sing, and parade with us. However, in order to keep everyone safe we ask that you enjoy the music at a distance of 6-10ft and refrain from joining or parading. This is a hard thing to ask, but we look forward to doing this again next year and having you join in!
3. Many of you have inquired about Tips or Donations. Yes, of course we accept, but our mission is simply to spread the Joy and Cheer! This has been a difficult time for all, and musicians and artists alike have been without work for nearly a year. If you would like to Tip the group we have a Venmo set up at JHorns or JambalayaHorns. https://venmo.com/u/JambalayaHorns
4. We are grateful for YOU, our community. Whether it’s the full Cape Ann Big Band, a performance with the students at O’maley, or our regular playing around the island, we know well that none of it is possible without your support! The past 2 weeks have been truly MAGICAL!
Wishing you health and happiness this Holiday season!