Category: GMG Music Schedule

Jay Aptt with Dave Sag – Rhumb Line Thursday

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From Dave Sag–

In continuation of our new meat series, we are proud to present Mr. Popin Jay Appt, erstwhile plumbing magnate and glitarist non parieil.Y’all know Jay from his machinations with the Mikey O. Band; breathing new life into the septum of Fishtown and wrecking your vestibular nerve in the process.We’re glad to have him; It’s his first time , so please be gentle.
Adding to the pyrexia will be L’il Steevie Chaggaris, on Skins and symbols, one of our stalwarts, as well as Greg T.,on catarrh and myselph, on base.I’ve just started a rumour that Mikey O. is gonna drop his apron and come on down for a bit, to show us how it’s done. If so ,I’m gonna wear my white shoes. Why not be the first on your block to rock yer socks with some blues in a box?

And, for those of you in the joint-replacement crowd, next Monday from 1 to 3 pm at the Rose Baker Senior Center, I’ll be exercising my rights with the Good Old Salty Jazz Band. This is a fun outfit…and I’m not the oldest member!….for a change. Anyway, there’s dancing and coffee and someone always brings cookies or something, so c’mon down. It’s just like an A.A. meeting without the guilt and speeches!

Bill Staines to perform at One World Coffee House on Jan. 30

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Folk musician Bill Staines will perform Saturday, Jan. 30 at 8 p.m. at the One World Coffee House at the First Universalist Church, 59 Main St., Essex.

Donation is $15. For reservations, call 978-325-3252.

Singing mostly his own songs, Bill Staines has become one of the most popular and durable singers on the folk music scene today, performing nearly 200 concerts a year and driving over 65,000 miles annually. He weaves a blend of gentle wit and humor into his performances.

His music is a slice of Americana, reflecting with the same ease his feelings about the prairie people of the Midwest or the adventurers of the Yukon, the on-the-road truckers, or the everyday workers that make up this land.

Photos from last night’s Haiti Benefit Concert

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Rory O'Connell

Barbara Koen

To see more photos, click here or on the photos above.

Last night’s concert was a entertaining mix of music, dance, and comedy. We have some great talent in Gloucester.  A huge THANK YOU to all who gave their time and energy to raise money for Doctors Without Borders who in turn will provide needed aid to the Haiti people.

Reminder about Tonight’s Haiti Benefit Concert

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HELPING HAITI
“A Benefit Relief Concert”

Tonight, January 23 at 7:00pm – 11:00 pm

Blackburn Performing Arts

We join the millions of US citizens donating time, money and effort to ease the suffering.

Local musicians and performers including Dan King and members of Safety, Henri Smith, Bradley Royds, Ian McColl, Dire Wolf, Dave Sag, Gary Shane, John Keegan, Renee and Joe, the Terrestrials, the Vipers, Willie Alexander, Bill Gleason, David Trooper, Lisa Landy, Uma, Tucker Lindquist, Deb Hardy, Jason Feinman, George Hall, Satch Kearans, Bonnie and Nancy, Rory O’Connell, Gordon Baird, Barbara Koen, Peter Van Ness, Will Hunt and many others offer an evening of song and performance in support of the international response.

All donations will be given to Doctors Without Borders the international medical relief organization that is one of the major presences on the ground on the island.

Suggested admission/donation is $10 additional donations will be welcome.
Further information available at (978) 281 – 0680

Tonight at the Rhumb Line!

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From Dave Sag–

Live! At the Rhumb Line, this week only, something new and different: “modern” blues. Ha-Ha-Ha. Actually, I would like to introduce you-all to Mr. Evan Goudreau, young lion, glitarist, and big man on the hippocampus these days. He’s been around and plays all over the east coast, singin’ and playin’ his way to electronic stardom. He’s  all over the place on the web; czech him out!
Also joining us for the first time is Andrew Jones, on drummbs. First heard him playing with Mark Earley, so you know he’s gotta be good. Of course, Greg T. will be there with his hat and smokin’ catarrh, and myself, as well. Doo come.

Tonight at the Rhumb Line-

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From Dave Sag:
Hey! It’s gonna warm up! In keeping up  with jet stream programming, we’re proud to present our very own tootin’ Torquemada of the tenor: Mr. Andrew Clark. One of our favorites, he’ll be bringing his own brand of mayhem to our stage once again. Educator, soloist and vocalist, this guy can do it all. A snappy dresser, too.
Backing him up, we have Mr. Benny Benson, on drummbs. No slouch, he. This is a great sounding outfit.Of course, Greg T. will be there as well as myself. I might even bring the biggg bass. Do come.

I love this band!!

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Kingsley Flood at the DogBar Friday January 15 8:45-close

We’re hitting up the Dog Bar in Gloucester for the entire night. That’s right, the entire night, from 8:45ish until close. That means we need to learn a ton of songs, and fast. Or we just revert back to our comfort zone of acoustic covers of Motorhead tunes.

kingsley flood is a band that enjoys making rock and roll music. the band formed in May 2008 when three guys from around boston (and one imposter) realized they all liked the same kind of stuff, and thought it’d be a good idea to expose others to it. drawing upon a variety of influences from a variety of genres, the band seeks its ultimate goal as achieving a sound resembling what would happen if the Band met the Clash in a back alley throwdown. maybe tom waits could come along with a trombone and some pizza. kingsley flood is naseem khuri on guitar and vocals, nick balkin on bass, george hall on guitar, will davies on drums and other friends on other things. if you like their songs, tell them, tell your friends, tell your grandpa. maybe even have him come out to a show. we like grandpas. Here are “Roll of the Dice” and “Stoop Cats” from the Ryan’s Smashing Life showcase appropriately called “A Night of Twang and Awe”:

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Time has come for Mr. Fox

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From the Boston Herald

By Barry Thompson
Tuesday, January 12, 2010

A music scene as diverse and fertile as Boston’s inevitably produces some eccentric entities.

Even with this town’s abundance of weird rock bands, What Time Is It, Mr. Fox?, headlining T.T. the Bear’s Place on Wednesday, is a conspicuous creature. Between the group’s theatricality and its affinity for classic r & b and soul, you might not even notice the strangest thing of all – no electric guitars.

The band got rolling back in 2004, when Mr. Fox’s multi-instrumentalist ringleader Brian King and musical compatriot, violinist Nathan Cohen, had a residency at a restaurant in Gloucester. Of all people, Whoopi Goldberg was bartending at the time.Their fluid membership has made it possible to appear as a stage-engrossing dark circus or a low-key coffeehouse act. Despite the gothic presentation, their sonic aura is smooth, melancholy alt-pop that owes much to Annie Lennox and Aretha Franklin, and absolutely nothing to Marilyn Manson…..To read more, ckick here .

What Time Is It, Mr. Fox?, with Molly Zenobia & the Machine and Jaggery, at T.T. the Bear’s Place, Cambridge, Wednesday. Tickets: $7; 617-492-2327.

Last weekend of the season at The Topside

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From Doug Silva-

Hey everyone,

As you may or may not know, this is the last weekend we are open for the season at the Topside Restaurant. I wanted to say thank you to everyone that helped make this last season a great one! Even in this “not so good” economy, we were able to have a great year and a lot of that is because of you! This weekend we are hoping to go out with a bang. We are featuring entertainment Thursday, Friday, & Saturday. I hope you can make it over to help us say goodbye to 2009 at The Topside and see some old friends and familiar faces! To anyone that has not been able to make it by yet, I hope this is the weekend you can finally make it 🙂 i will be behind the bar tonight and tomorrow, come by early for some dinner and to say hi!! All show’s start at 8:00 here is a lineup of what’s going on:

Thursday – Ric Saint Germaine – Electric guitar, singer/song writer. He has come in almost every Thursday and supported the music. He has even gotten up a few times and did a few songs himself. Covers some of the older classics

Friday  – Ryan Fardy – Rhythm & Blues, rock and funk. He is probably the best act we have had at the Topside and puts on a great show. He’s from Boston and I’m expecting a great night there! If you can only make it to one night, I highly suggest this be the one!

Saturday – Sasquatch (Paul Cohen)- I have not heard him yet, but I hear he’s great and somewhat of a Gloucester legend. He has been playing for years and is well known.

I hope to see you all there, and thanks again for a great year!!

Thanks,

Doug Silva
Manager
Topside Grill
50 Rogers st.
Gloucester, MA
(978) 281-1399 (restaurant)
(978) 335-1014 (cell)
www.topsidegrill.com

GARFISH 2010 Debut at The Rhumb Line Saturday January 9th

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Garfish is proud to announce our 2010 debut at The Rhumb Line this Saturday, January 9th from 9:30 to 12:30 a.m. Garfish will be performing classic music from the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s along with some contemporary songs and newly added classics to our repertoire.

The Rhumb Line is a “Great Venue” where they have built a reputation as THE live music venue on Bostons North Shore. Located at 40 Railroad Ave in Gloucester, a community teeming with musicians, The Rhumb Line attracts a clientele who are passionate about music and expect no thing but the best. The Rhumb Line also serves up GREAT FOOD, so stop in for a meal before the music starts! http://www.therhumbline.com
On behalf of Myself and the Boys in the band, we just wanted to let you know, we are honored that you choose to spend your time with us supporting “LIVE” music!

All the best,

Gar, Doug, Dan, Frank, Walter &  Jeff.

For more information, visit www.myspace.com/garfishband or www.garfish.net

Music this week-Jan.6 – Jan.10

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Pete Lindberg Band

DogBar

Weds. Night

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From Dave Sag-

We’re back! After a two week hiatus we’re hopped up and rarin’ to go, musically speaking, so on with the fun!
At the Rhumb Line this Thursday we’re proud to present Mr. Brad Foucher, gootarist xtroidinaire and phlegmish vogalist. Brad just finished a five year jolt in Cedar Junction for breaking Ohm’s Law and we’re glad to have him back. Lock your car.
Joining in on the fun will also be Rockport’s answer to Ginger Baker: Mr. Greg Dann, loving new husband, on drummbs and symbols.SHHHT! Be quiet…he’s with the Secret Service. Of course, Greg t. will be there with his hat, and me, too, on base. We’ll be doin’ a lot of dancin’!

This Friday sees the monthly return of the GEEZERZ at Elliot’s at the Blackburn. It’s only that systolic superman of sliiide: Dave Brown and his gritty gunsel Dave Mattacks on skins. Fold in one part Greg T. and one ounce of Dave Sag. Beat into a froth and pour into a martini glass.Guaranteed to  put your five o’clock shadow on daylight savings time! Czech it out!

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Full Circle hits the Dog Bar for another engagement!

Saturday, January 9 at 9:00pm.

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This Week at the Rhumb Line

Wednesday January 6, 2010 – Dinner with Fly Amero (7pm – 10pm)

Thursday January 7, 2010 – Dave Sag’s Blues Party

Friday January 8, 2010 – Local 28

Saturday January 9, 2010 – Garfish

Sunday January 10, 2010 – Dan King and Friends

Remember you can subscribe to GMG Local Music by clicking on the link on the sidebar.There’s lots of good music in Gloucester this week. This post will be updated as info comes in.

Elliott’s

Latitude 43

Dog Bar

Rhumb Line

Topside Grill

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Things To Do- Docksiders Benefit-Jan 7th at 7:00PM

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From Karen Rembrant-

The Docksiders is a 25-piece stage (jazz) band from Gloucester High School .  They are excellent; you can hear some of their music on a free website [www.gimmesound.com/GHSDocksiders/ ].  They play all kinds of music from swing, tv and movie themes, some contemporary, etc.    They’ve been invited to play in Hawaii at the Hard Rock Café, the Polynesian Cultural Center , and aboard the floating museum at Pearl Harbor , the USS Missouri in April.   It’s a chance for educational, and cultural enrichment, as well as an opportunity for band members to learn of the historical significance of Pearl Harbor .  It’s also an opportunity for Gloucester to get some GOOD NEWS publicity.

Please do what you can to help make this a successful event — for the Docksiders!  Attend — Pass the Word Along —  Make a Donation.  There is no suggested donation for this concert:  give what you can afford to give! Although there have been other fundraisers for this trip, they still haven’t reached their goal and they have to pay a large deposit in early February.

New Year’s Rockport Eve

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From Michael O’Leary–
Dear Friends in Celtic Music,
As this year ends, I want to thank everyone for their interest in and support of live Celtic, and other, music.  I and my musician friends wouldn’t have the privilege and joy of playing to live audiences without it.  I hope the New Year brings you much wonderful new music–live or otherwise!
We’ll be singing out the old year and singing in the new on Thursday night.  Details below.
–Michael
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it’s not too late to make New Year’s Eve plans . . .
-New Year’s Rockport Eve – Thursday, Dec. 31st, 5pm-Midnight – Rockport, MA
The ‘January Man’ is coming and to welcome him in I’ll be joined by David de la Barre, Steve Levy & Lin Swicker for two sets of songs and tunes at 8 and 9pm at the wonderful Rockport UU Church.  If you haven’t attended before, NYRE is a great way to bring in the New Year.  It’s family friendly and there’s a wonderful array of activities and entertainment.  For more info see www.newyearsrockporteve.com

GROOVE on New Year’s Eve

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December 31, 2009, 10:00 pm! THE BLACK AND WHITE MASQUERADE BALL!!!
CELEBRATE NYE WITH LATITUDE 43!

GROOVE THERAPY IN THE MAIN ROOM….

AND DJ RawB IN THE TAVERN! CHAMPAGNE TOAST AT MIDNIGHT….

AND THE BIG BALLOON DROP!

DRESS YOUR BEST IN BLACK OR WHITE AND DONT FORGET YOUR MASK! ALL OPTIONAL OF COURSE…

New Year’s Eve @ Elliott’s!

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NEW YEAR’S EVE!

ELLIOTT”S @ the BLACKBURN

8:30-12:30

NO COVER CHARGE

Make your reservations early

2 Main Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930

978-282-1919