Category: GMG Music Schedule

It may be the dead of winter, but it’s not dead in Gloucester

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A mighty fine week of live music is shaping up beginning with Allen Estes in Dan King’s seat with Brown, Mattacks & Ginandes at Jalapenos 7pm, followed by Steve Caraway’s open mic at Dog Bar at 9 and Henley Douglas at Rhumb Line at the same time.  You can get to all three excellent shows if you play your cards right.

Tomorrow, live music begins at 7 as well.  It’s nice to have live music that isn’t too late for kids.  And it’s good to get kids out to appreciate live music at a young age.

As the week progresses it becomes harder to get to every show, so you’re gonna have to choose.  See the live music lineup here and start thinking about the weekend.

In the meantime check out this video of Steve Caraway — oohh, don’t you love the sound of that twelve-string!

Wednesday’s with Fly Amero at The Rhumb Line

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Surf & Turf Specials!
Wednesdays Only!

Hello everyone!
Wednesday, January 9th
Special Guest: CHARLEE BIANCHINI!

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It was totally unplanned.  My wife and I walked into the
Landing in Manchester on our way home from chasing errands
“up the line”, as we like to say.  This girl was playing and we
had never seen her before.  Her name was Charlee Bianchini.
We were enchanted.  Her music was gentle and sweet.  The
room was jammed and everyone was singing along.  Cape
Ann’s reputation for having one of the coolest music scenes
on the Eastern Seaboard is completely safe and intact. ~ Fly

Taken from Charlee’s website: http://www.charleebeth.com/ Growing up in a house filled with folk music and bluegrass, Charlee has been singing since she could remember. She started playing the guitar when she was five years old. After learning the basics, she chose to pursue classical guitar. Among others, she has studied with the accomplished, Anthony Weller, and she continued studying both classical and folk/rock techniques at Skidmore College where she attended undergraduate school. She is currently studying finger-picking, and different techniques to accompany her singing. Her music could be described as acoustic, folk/indie-rock. Her favorite artists include, Jeff Buckley, Alison Krauss, Bon Iver, Nina Simone, Keb Mo, The Talking Heads, Bonnie Raitt, Adele, and Brandi Carlisle, among so many others. 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) Tenderloin Tips with Grilled Garlic Shrimp! Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!

Upcoming… Jan. 16: Sarah Slifer

 
Jan. 23: Fozzie (w/Allen Estes as Guest Host)

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

What’s EBMG?

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Allen with his band circa 1973 (you know it’s been a while when people start using the word “circa” on your photos)

Not what, who?  You don’t think Jalapenos is going to cancel their wicked popular Tuesday night music — even though Dan King is off to the west coast, do you?  Nope.  This coming Tuesday, Dave Brown, Dave Mattacks and Wolf Ginandes (BM&G) will be joined by Allen Estes, hence: EBMG.

But don’t wait for Tuesday, lots of great live music this weekend.  See the full live music schedule here.

Here’s a quick farewell to GMG FOBs video we shot just before filming the Local Music Seen Dan King Farewell Special featuring J.B. Amero.  You can see part 2 of the special on Cape Ann TV Channel 12, this Sunday (Jan 6) at 6pm.

Allen will play a request for you on Tuesday if you can tell him the name of the song he quoted to Dan in this video.

A Night of Classic Jazz featuring Judith Murray at the Temple Ahavat Achim next Saturday, Jan 12th

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Judith Murray
Judith Murray

Saturday, January 12th at 7 pm

“CafĂ© Shalom”, featuring a night of classic jazz, will take place at TAA, on Saturday evening, January 12th, 2013.

The event will begin at 7 pm with jazz vocalist Henry Allen and his New Swing Set.  At 8 pm, following an intermission, jazz vocalist Judith Murray and her trio will perform those classic jazz pieces. Judith will perform with pianist Chris Taylor, and bassist David Landoni.

Judith performs jazz standards from the Great American Songbook, the 1930s’ and 40s’ and 50s’ genre. It is the music that is classy, sultry, fine and mellow; and sometimes swinging! Judith’s sounds have a sophisticated, sassy, smooth and stunning quality; her interpretations often compared to the late Billie Holiday and Dinah Washington by the patrons and media alike.

Admission is $10 per person.

For more information, please contact David Wesson.

Honky Tonk Women come & sing venues~New dates.

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Hi fans & friends,
We have some new dates to announce:
Sunday at 6pm, Giuseppe’s Italian Restaurant – Jan. 6th,
West End, #2 Main St. in Gloucester, present two members of the
Honky Tonk Women Band, Sheila & Elaine play as The Everly Sisters duet
reviving songs of the 60’s with Everly Brothers style harmonies on guitar.
Thursday, at 6pm, Seaport Grille features the Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester band
back in the lounge to play next Thursday. Jan. 10th.  You’ll know every work while we
sing & reminiscing where you first heard that song.  Time: 6pm-9pm.
Come early-reserve a table or seats, bring your friends,
 Tel: (978) 282-9799 menu items & info at www.cruiseportgloucester.com
New venue:
Saturday, One World Coffeehouse in Essex at 8pm, Jan. 20th
“Up close & personal” with the Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester
Homemade desserts & coffeehouse treats from the kitchen.
Reserve seats and more ticket information: 978-768-3690
Websites:
&
our e-mail:
Sheila Jones Schrank
Honky Tonk Woman guitarist

You could be screwed

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As of yesterday, there were only 50 tickets left to Chelsea Berry’s triumphant return to Shalin Liu with her new band, performing songs from her new CD.  And the concert is on Feb 9 (five weeks from Saturday).

Do you really want to be one of those people who clicks on this link in two weeks and screams at the computer, Oh Sh*t, it’s sold out?

Just in case you missed her opening for Chris Isaak at North Shore Music Theatre last June, here’s a taste of what you can expect next month in a much more intimate setting:

Now just because it’s cold, doesn’t mean the weekend doesn’t start on Thursday.  Good live music choices tonight.  See the complete lineup here.

 

Thursday Night Blues Party to host A Train Quartet ~ What a way to start out the New Year!

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Let’s break in the new year with a bang. Please welcome the debut of the remnants of “A” Train, that Rockport powerhouse of swing and rhythm. Featuring the father/son pairing of Rik and Alec Razdan,both saxophone swamis and scientific ubermenches. They’ll be dragging along their longtime piano jackhammer, Mr. John Hyde and dedicated drumbler, Mr. David “Doc” Vincent kicking and screaming to the stage to regale you with rhythm and honk, honk, honk. It’ll be like 4000 geese flying thru your head. Be prepared to shake your tootsies as  we jump into the  cesspool of swing without holding our breath. EMTs will be standing by.
And, don’t forget, next  Thu. the10th, we’ll be cerebrating The  80th birthday of that magnificent maestro of surf mayhem: Mr. Johnny Carwash (aka Bob Davis). To beef up the festivities, we’ve added Mr. Dave Brown and Mr. David Mattacks to the fire. This is going to be a first. You might have to change your underwear, so, bring a spare.
But wait! There’s more! Following in the footsteps of aural gore, The17th sees the annual return  of Mr. Gordon “Sax” Beadle Like the winter solstice , we’ll be sacrificing on the altar of the great muddy boot, asking forgiveness and taking no prisoners. Stretchers will bring in First time guitarist, Mr. Matt Stubbs, wanted for murdering ear cells , and Mr. Chris Ravelli, drummer for Roomful of Blooze. This is the greatest night of the year. If  you’ve never seen Gordie, you should be ashamed of yourself. You won’t wanna eat after hearing this guy.
And, thanks to  all you groovy kate and kittens for supporting live music thru out the year. Not just at the Rhumb Line on Thursdays but all over town, every night, everywhere. We all thank you and wish you  all the very best for the coming year.

Gorgeous vocals, fascinating instruments & a dancer Saturday @ Old Sloop ~ Bring coats, hats, gloves for the homeless

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Check out this video!

poster-130105-crop-for-gmgEvery performance is surprisingly different and always entertaining, exciting and educational Get tickets here!

Homeless shelters need your support more than ever this time of year, so take advantage of the opportunity to bring warm coats, gloves, hats, etc. and get a free drink!

Full Circle Fundraiser for the Hoyt Foundation ~ January 26, 2013

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By Wes Thibodeau
Come enjoy food, drinks, music, dancing, and a good time, while helping to raise money for a great cause!On Saturday January 26th, I will be hosting a fundraiser at the Gloucester House Restaurant to raise money for the Hoyt Foundation. We will be teaming up with the local band Full Circle, who will be providing some tunes for the evening.

Tickets can be purchased for $20 prior to the event or $25 at the door. Tickets will include admission, appetizers, and entertainment. We will also have a cash bar. There will be raffles, silent auctions and a 50/50 raffle throughout the evening.

Tickets can be purchased from Meghan, Amy, Mark or Caitlin Cole, and Josh Patton with cash or checks payable to The Hoyt Foundation. Tickets can also be purchased online by making a $20 donation on my fundraising pagehttp://www.crowdrise.com/teamhoyt2013/fundraiser/meghancole1. Once the donation has been made, please let one of the Cole’s or Josh know that you purchased online.

For those who do not know, I am excited to say that I have been chosen to join a team of 30 carefully selected athletes from Canada and across the United States to form the 2013 Team Hoyt Boston Marathon Team. On Monday, April 15th, 2013, Dick and Rick Hoyt will be running their 31st Boston Marathon with Team Hoyt. The team will be running to raise money for the Hoyt Foundation, a charity whose purpose is to help integrate handicapped people into everyday activities so they may live fruitful and productive lives.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me and I look forward to seeing you on the 26th!

Wednesdays at the Rhumb Line with Fly Amero

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Surf & Turf Specials!
Wednesdays Only!

Happy New Year everyone!
Wednesday, January 2nd
Special Guest: MARINA EVANS!

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What a lovely way to start off the New Year!  So many, many
people have urged me to invite Marina to the Wednesday
show.  I am happy to play host for this young talent that I’ve
heard such wonderful things about. ~ Fly

Taken from her website: http://marinaevansmusic.com/
Marina Evans combines sultry jazz vocals, folk influences and
rock into a sound entirely her own. Since her start in her hometown
of Rockport, Massachusetts, Marina has taken her music from New
York to San Francisco, and from London to Florence, Italy.
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)
Tenderloin Tips with Grilled Garlic Shrimp!
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Upcoming…
Jan. 9: Charlee Bianchini
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Looking forward…
…to seeing you there!  🙂 ~ Fly

P&V’s LOL #7: You’re freezing when it’s colder than your age

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Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit

Of course, this LOL is only true for those of us who use the temperature scale developed by the inventor of the mercury thermometer, Mr. Fahrenheit.

This Law of Life, was inspired by Kevin Ricci of The Village Restaurant in Essex, whose answer to my question about why he always vacations in warm climates was, “I just don’t like when it’s colder than my age.”

It didn’t take me long to realize that Kevin was on to something.  You can easily test this law by asking yourself at what temperature do you feel like you’re freezing.  As predicted, that temperature (for me) is right about my age, which is considerably warmer than either the air or water will be tomorrow, hence the reason I will NOT be taking the plunge.  (There’s part 1 of your answer to this post, Joey.)

Last year Vickie took the plunge, but she’s a year older now.  More importantly, she’s a lot wiser, so she will not be taking the plunge either (part 2 of the answer).  Now the Zip Line Kid, is certainly young enough not to feel freezing in 45 degree water, but his commentary in yesterday’s video was so good that he’ll be filming instead of plunging (part 3 of the answer).  So we’ll bring donations to the Open Door, a camera, a commentator and plenty of enthusiasm for those young enough and/or crazy enough to plunge tomorrow.

But before we even think about tomorrow, we just have to point out just how much music is available tonight MORE THAN 70 SHOWS TO CHOOSE FROM!   See the full NYE schedule here.

Here’s a wintry video from 25 years ago to get you into the NYE and plunge spirit:

These girls ROCK, but their version omits the 2nd half of the bridge from Simon & Garfunkel’s original.  Does anybody know what those lyrics are?  Here’s some help:

 

John Rockwell ~ Alchemy ~ Back in the saddle again

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John Rockwell

Hi Everyone,

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas/Hanukkah/Festivus/solstice.

I surely did. Nora and I put a lot of miles on the family car as we performed in this year’s Christmas Revels, 16 shows celebrating the season with an Irish emigration theme. Aside from being a big success for the non-profit Revels, Inc., it was a total gas to be on stage with talented friends old and new in one of the nicest performance halls around, and to share it with my daughter. It was a big commitment for her, including missing several holiday traditions in our little seaside village of Rockport: the Christmas tree lighting, caroling parties, etc.

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As the memories of late nights, bleary-eyed travel, a grueling performance schedule and neglected family are supplanted by the echoes of fabulous choral music and shared traditions with new friends, I am happy to report I will return to my regular Wednesday gig (7-9 pm) at ALCHEMY in Gloucester, beginning January 2.

If you seek a thoughtfully prepared menu, excellent drinks, cozy atmosphere and my goofy antics, I think you’ll enjoy it:

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

I’d like to thank Chelsea Berry, Charlee Bianchini, Joe Cardoza and RenĂ©e Dupuis for minding the musical store while I was away.

Finally, I am grateful for all of you who came to performances and supported live music this past year. It really is a joy to sing for you!

John

Here is a slide show of many scenes from the production, set to our recording of “Deck The Hall”. It’s hard to describe the intense feelings of community, mutual admiration, affection and sheer fun we all had as cast members. Thank you, Revels!

New Years Rockport Eve is right around the corner

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New Years Rockport EveDon’t have buttons yet?  Here’s where to get them:

In Rockport:
John Tarr Store, Main St.
Smith hardware & Lumber at the Lumber Desk
Toad Hall Bookstore, Main St.

In Gloucester:
Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, Commercial St.
House of Raven, Main St.
Gloucester Music, Main St.

Here’s a list of the live music (dozens of choices).  The whole shebang goes from 6pm to midnight and is one of the best entertainment values of the year.  You can download a map and complete schedule (in table format) here.  Plus if the weather cooperates (which it just might) you can see the moon, Jupiter and its moons, and galaxies so far away they’ll convince you that you really are as insignificant as you thought — a great way to begin the new year.  The Zip Line Kid and I are still talking about how much fun we had looking through the telescopes set up by the Gloucester Area Astronomy Club at Dock Sq.

Last year we were too late to get in to see Cape Ann Big band at Shalin Liu.  We won’t make that mistake this year.  Here’s a sample of what we missed:

Plenty of opportunities to get into the party spirit tonight (see complete live music listings here).  Might be a good time to check out  Mike O’Connell and his excellent band at Minglewood starting at 9pm.

The Four Legged Faithful ~ The Rhumb Line ~ Tonight ~ 9:30 pm

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My head is spinning at all the excellent music right here in our little town alone.
You have to hear The Four Legged Faithful
Tonight ~ The Rhumb Line 9:30
They are a young lively bluesgrass funkyphsycodelic fun band.
A real pleasure to hear and watch…… seriously. IMG_1152

I happened upon this band a while ago.  Being so excited to fit in three bands in one night and hearing just about an hour of each. These young men blew my mind. After reviewing their music I got goosebumps all over again, as when I first heard them. They are totally a must see band.

Listen to the link below and you will see/hear exactly why.

http://www.thefourleggedfaithful.com/music.php

Megan McKenzie Band @ The Rhumb Line ~ Saturday~December 29 at 9:30 pm

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meganAll our favorite funk and soul tunes to get you grooving on a Saturday night along with some funked up originals, as well! Woohooo, time to party!
Megan McKenzie wailing on vox, Jeff Buckridge rockin’ guitar, Ed Spargo holding it down on bass, and special guest John Iltis on drums!

WEEKEND MUSIC UPDATE: Megan McKenzie Band will be rockin The Rhumb Line this Saturday night 9:30-close bringing you the soul and funk your love to groove too!

Then on Sunday Jeff Buckridge’s Uke Joint will be playing at Chianti Tuscan Restaurant and Jazz Lounge from 6:30-9:30, jamming to everything from Duke to Amy and Marley to Hebb all on electric ukelele 🙂 See you there!!!

The Megan McKenzie Band

BANDITs. BFs. Rhumbline Mighty Fancy NYE III. (& cd release party)

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The Bandit Kings

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The CD

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The BF’s

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Monday, December 31, 2012
9:30pm in PST

Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930
The Bandit Kings and the BFs are pleased to
announce the third annual Rhumbline Mighty Fancy
New Year’s Eve Party!

Dress up if you wanna. Get down if you’re gonna.
Celebrate a brand new effing year.

What else?! Oh yeah. AND The Bandit Kings third
album will be officially released that night as well.
The BKs are taking a hiatus this winter, so this may
be the last chance to see ’em for a bit. No pressure.

December 31 • 9:30pm • Open latah than usual •
yeah, there’s a cover, get under it.

http://banditkings.com/

http://thebfs.bandcamp.com/

http://www.therhumbline.com/

The Godfather of Punk~ Willie”Loco”Alexander~Tonight at The Rhumb Line’s Blues Party 9:00 pm

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Dave Saginario

Dave says,

After a crushing season of shopping for that particularly insignificant other on  your list, why not forget all your woes and amuse yourself to some groovy sounds this Thursday. I’m proud to present that Goodfellow of Punk, Mr. Willie Alexander . Y’all know Willie; he’s mainstay of the local scene and keeper of the flame of vintage roots music. Expect a lot of piano-pounding to the  heartbeat of New Orleans and Memphis.  Joining us will be his longtime guitarist, Mr. Billy Loosigian, one of the best rockers I’ve ever heard. L’il Steevee Chaggaris will be manning the defibrillators.You’re gonna sweat, so bring your own  Diaperene©.

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