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2 Annual Bang-A-Song Holiday Jam/January Open Studio kickoff party. Monday December 15th 6pm – 9pm.
EVENT: 2nd Annual Bang-A-Song Studio Holiday Jam
WHERE: 72 Rogers Street, Gloucester
WHEN: Monday, December 15th
TIME: 6-9pm
WHAT ELSE: We’ll have pizza and beer for jamming, instruments and
amplifiers for eating. Come meet Tony and Warren, sign up for a January
open studio slot, and perform your best version of “Jingle Bells”,
“Christmas with the Martians” or “Santa’s Got an Airplane”!!!! Kids
are welcome.
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Big weekend for local music stars: Tonight @ 7:30, Tomorrow AM @ 9
Tonight at Beverly’s Larcom Theatre, Gloucester’s Henri Smith releases his first CD in a decade (recorded live at the Larcom in March) with a concert celebration that will, of course, include dancing a traditional New Orleans Second Line parade in the aisles.
Vickie and I produced the CD and Vickie designed the CD case and disc.
This will be your last chance to get your CD signed by Henri and the band before the holidays. Very good seats still available in the balcony (here) and a few good seats also left in the orchestra (here).
Tomorrow morning Allen Estes & Charlie Farren are Aurelia Nelson’s guests on her 104.9 show Curtain Up at 9am (Worth getting up for!)
You get to hear a new song and a taste of the Solstice experience you can expect next Saturday 12/20 when they perform with young, rising Boston Blues star, Danielle Miraglia in a benefit for Gloucester’s UU Church Meetingbouse Restoration. This will be a festive night of original rock, blues and Americana music with a few traditional holiday sing-along favorites. Tickets are still available. Get them here.
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Ricky King Russell This Thursday’s Dave Sag’s Blues Party @ The Rhumb Line 8:30 – 11:30pm 12.11.2014
Well, it’s time for that most holy trinity of wise guy men: the Three Stooges of the East. (Boston, that is…). I do mean the perspiring trio of Edd Scheer, Ricky Russell ,and Mario Perrett. These guys are the Hamburger Helper® of the blooze. With them around, anything can happen, and usually does. Ed’s an amazing singer and frontman who always puts out the grease to make my head spin. Throw in Ricky on gootar and vocals and things brighten up. Add Mario, former teen idol, on vocals and sax and what’s left? Chaos! But, seriously, folks, these are my favorite guys cuz we all get a chance to sing and play more stupid songs than are necessary and to have random harmonies to boot! Come see!
40 Railroad Ave
Gloucester, Ma
978-283-9732
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Wednesdays with Fly Amero Special Guest: Allen Estes 8pm 12.10.2014
Wednesday, December 10th
Special Guest: ALLEN ESTES!
The great Allen Estes returns! Warm and fuzzy this time of
year, as Allen and I get to play our co-written Christmas song,
“I Wish I Could Fly”, among so many other wonderful tunes.
Time to start getting into the spirit! ~ Fly
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Check out Fred’s rockin’ wine menu!
Upcoming…
12/17 Amero Family Christmas
Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward…
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Henry Allen & The New Swingset 50 Shades Of Jazz @ C.K. Pearl 7-9pm
Henry Allen & the New Swingset in concert. It’s a gratitude party! Great food, Great bar, Great music, Great friends! JOIN US Wednesday, December 10th.
SEATING IS LIMITED, so reserve now, and invite friends! 978-890-7378
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Ukulele Love Affair John Hicks Part II
John talks about the Ukulele resurgence on Cape Ann
His website –
Check Out Ukulele Hootenany At Eastern Point Lit House-
Join us each month for Uke Night @ The Lit House! All levels of uke enthusiast is welcome.
The Next Uke Night is December 15
Ukuele Hootenanny with John Hicks
6:30-8 p.m. |Third Monday each month
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Great Shows Coming in 2015 to Shalin Liu – Don’t Miss them
Friday, January 2, 8 PM
Paula Poundstone
A beloved comic who thrives on spontaneity and improvisation, Paula Poundstone has been performing stand-up comedy for over 25 years, fine-tuning her craft over the years to become of the truly great humorists of our time. Learn more
GUEST PRESENTATION
PRESENTED BY THE CAPE ANN SYMPHONY
Friday, January 23, 8 PM
Owen Young and Lucia Lin in Concert- A Benefit for the Cape Ann Symphony
Acclaimed Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians Owen Young (cello) and Lucia Lin (violin) will be performing a dynamic program of duets (Mozart, Kolday and more) to benefit the Cape Ann Symphony. Learn more
Sunday, January 25, 5 PM
Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion
A folk rock duo drawing from a musically-rich gene pool, Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion combine the down-home campfire strumming of Woody and Arlo with a modern pop/indie rock sensibility, all anchored by their lush, intimate harmonies. Learn more
GUEST PRESENTATION
PRESENTED BY M.E. PRODUCTIONS
Friday, January 30, 8 PM
American Crossroads: David Bromberg, David Hidalgo & Larry Campbell
Three of America’s most admired musicians meet for an evening of musical diversity. David Bromberg pioneered the skillful blending of several genres into what is now known as Americana. David Hidalgo is the co-founder of acclaimed Los Lobos. Larry Campbell is renowned for his work with Bob Dylan and Levon Helm among many others. This will be an unscripted evening of spontaneity, discovery and musical virtuosity by three American music masters. Learn more
Saturday, February 7, 8 PM
Amy Helm
A dynamic singer and talented songwriter blessed with legendary rock and roll blood (her dad is the late great Levon Helm, her mother is songwriter Libby Titus), Amy Helm infuses her particular brand of Americana with heavy doses of gospel, folk and country. Learn more
Friday, February 20, 8 PM
Mavis Staples
Opening Act: Dwight and Nicole
A veritable titan of both gospel and R&B, Mavis Staples has been tiptoeing the boundary between the spiritual and the secular for more than 60 years. And she isn’t slowing down. Learn more
Sunday, February 22, 5 PM
Travis Tritt– solo acoustic
As one of the leading lights of country music throughout the 90’s, Travis Tritt stood out among the pack with a style that borrowed as much from southern rock as it did the Grand Ole Opry. Of course his trademark long hair and conspicuously absent cowboy hat aided in making Tritt one of the most recognizable country music stars of the last 25 years. His impressive string of multi-platinum albums and Top Ten singles didn’t hurt either. Learn more
Friday, February 27, 8 PM
BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet
As the preeminent Cajun band in the world, BeauSoleil has been generously exporting the rich musical traditions of Southwestern Louisiana for close to forty years. After almost singlehandedly reviving Cajun music in the 70’s, they began incorporating various folk and world music traditions into their sound, creating a musical hybrid unlike any in the world. Learn more
Friday, March 6, 8 PM
Justin Townes Earle
In the last five years, Justin Townes Earle has emerged as a genre-busting acclaimed singer-songwriter, infusing country, blues, folk and indie rock into his vintage Americana sound. As the son of beloved country folk rabble-rouser Steve Earle, Justin had large musical shoes to fill, but after five critically-adored records and an ever-growing legion of fans, it’s safe to say he’s done that. Learn more
Saturday, March 7, 8 PM
Billy Childs All-Star Quartet
A tremendous jazz pianist with a seemingly boundless curiosity and adventurous spirit, Billy Childs plays and composes in a unique style that borrows heavily from the classical world, but still manages to be wholly his own. Learn more
Sunday, March 8, 5 PM
Hot Club of Cowtown
Expertly combining the dusty stomp of Western swing with hot gypsy jazz, the Austin-based trio has crafted a unique and infectious hybrid that playfully blurs musical boundaries. Fiddler Elana James, guitarist Whit Smith and bassist Jake Erwin have been conjuring the spirit of both Bob Wills and jazz manouche legend Django Reinhardt for close to fifteen years and show no sign of slowing down. Learn more
Tuesday, March 10, 8 PM
Danú
One of Ireland’s most cherished Irish folk bands and among the leaders of the new traditionalist movement in Celtic music, Danú has been thrilling audiences with their instrumental virtuosity and powerfully emotive ballads for close to 20 years. Learn more
Saturday, March 14, 8 PM
Leo Kottke
A two-time Grammy nominee, legendary acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke is known for his signature fingerpicking style drawing from blues, jazz and folk music and his syncopated, polyphonic melodies. Widely recognized as a master of his instrument, he has collaborated on records with legends such as John Fahey, Chet Atkins and Lyle Lovett, and is a frequent guest on radio variety show A Prairie Home Companion. Learn more
Sunday, March 15, 5 PM
Maceo Parker
Maceo Parker stands among the legends of funk, forging the first half of his stellar career as a sideman for the genre’s forefathers James Brown and George Clinton. From being an essential voice in Brown’s horn section to helping steer George Clinton and Parliament’s Mothership Connection to platinum status, his soulful saxophone playing and vocals are firmly rooted in funk music history. Learn more
Thursday, March 26, 8 PM
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
One of the first bands to blend rock and roll with country, the pioneering Nitty Gritty Dirt Band have crafted a musical legacy that has spawned an entire genre of music, influencing a generation of country-rock bands in its over 45 year history. Learn more
Sunday, April 19, 5 PM
Taj Mahal
A bonafide blues and rock legend, the inimitable Taj Mahal has been instrumental in preserving and shaping American roots music. With his booming baritone, nimble finger-picking guitar playing and pioneering fusion of blues with disparate world and folk styles, the iconic artist has earned himself a place amongst the titans of American music. Learn more
Friday, May 15, 8 PM
Edwin McCain
Known for his earnest, heart-on sleeve balladry, folk pop songwriter Edwin McCain has enjoyed a lengthy career since the mid 90’s, mostly due to the success of his smash hit single “I’ll Be” and a relentless touring schedule. Learn more
Friday, July 17, 8 PM
Melanie
(Re-scheduled from September 27)
A singer-songwriter known for her surprise starring role at Woodstock and her subsequent #1 hit “Brand New Key,” Melanie has remained an iconic voice for the “summer of love” generation. Learn more
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A Ukelele Love Affair- John Hicks Part I
John Hicks Talks About Cape Ann Connections To The Ukelele
His website – http://www.tinpanhaole.com/
Check Out Ukulele Hootenany At Eastern Point Lit House-
Join us each month for Uke Night @ The Lit House! All levels of uke enthusiast is welcome.
The Next Uke Night is December 15
Ukuele Hootenanny with John Hicks
6:30-8 p.m. |Third Monday each month
Feel free to publish my email, TinPanhaole@gmail.com
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Music Around Town ~ December 8-14, 2014
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LISTEN HERE If you missed Henri Smith on Dana Hersey’s 104.9 Morning Show yesterday
Henri & Dana talk about New Orleans music, food, tourism, second line parades, Henri’s new CD and his CD release concert next Saturday, Dec 13 right down the road at Beverly’s Larcom Theatre.
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Some of Gloucester’s Best Musicians @ Old Sloop Next Friday 12/12
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Chris Stovall Brown Tonight! Dave Sag’s Blues Party @ The Rhumb Line 8:30 to 11:30 12.4.2014
Ho, Ho. Ho! Marry Christmas with music, and what do you get?…The gift that keeps on giving, even during your nightmares. In the spirit of Xmas passed and presence, I offer you my favorite crowd- stomping musical buddies this coming black lung season, so, let’s get going!
This Thursday nite sees the return of that comedic, string-biting master of guitar and harp: Mr.Chris “Stovetop” Brown. Long a mainstay of the Rhode Island and Boston scene, his antics and dry humor will have you on your worst behavior! Forrest “Frosty” Padgett, drum-dribbler and all-around go to guy handles the boom booms. I’ll be the object of derision. Phew! what a nite!
Sunday, I’ll be re-living the nightmare at O’Reilly’s Bar in Newton. With Chris and a cast of thousands. Call for info.
http://users.rcn.com/drhepcat/CHRIS_WEBSITE/Home.html
Monday, I’ll be at the Rose Baker Senior Center, once again with the Good Old Salty Jazz Band. From 1 to 3, we’ll be playing all your favorite traditional jazz standards for the prune juice crowd. It’s free!
40 Railroad Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 283-9732
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Wednesdays with Fly Amero tonight’s guests is Bradley Royds
Dinner Specials Every Week!
Wednesday, December 3rd
Special Guest: BRADLEY ROYDS!
Mr. John Rockwell had a sudden engagement in NYC and is
unable to make the show this week. Enter Mr. Bradley
Royds, who has been gracious enough to fill in on short
notice. Thank you Bradley!
Check – http://bradleyroyds.com/bradley/
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Check out Fred’s rockin’ wine menu!
Upcoming…
12/10 Allen Estes
12/17 Amero Family Christmas
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Music Around Town ~ December 3-7, 2014
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WOW!! Look at THIS Cyber Monday deal going on! Today only!!!
50% OFF JOHN HAMMOND & AMY BLACK TICKETS!!
Cyber Monday deal is in full swing! Today, and today only, get this wicked deal on this wicked show. To buy click this link: http://tickets.rockportmusic.org/single/SYOS.aspx?p=2629
and input this code: BOGO 14
1/2 off BLUES 2 cure Holiday blues. Offer expires at Midnight!
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Living blues legend John Hammond is coming to Rockport on December 12, 2014
John Hammond Weaves the Fabric of American Rock N’ Blues
Rockport, MA – Profoundly influential blues artist John Hammond will perform at The Shalin Liu Performance Center on Friday, December 12th. Hammond has been a blues fixture for decades and recently joined hallowed company as an inductee into the Blues Hall of Fame. The soulful Grammy winner is known as a consummate triple threat musician (on vocals, guitar, and harmonica), who’s gutsy blues vocals evoke gritty roadhouse memories. Boston’s rising star Amy Black will open the show. Tickets for this concert start at $29.
Mr. Hammond, a blues legend with a voice like Robert Johnson’s and a demeanor that belies his tear-it-up might before an audience, has a history of being on hand during significant cultural moments.
John has so many stories to tell, including putting the band together for the young Jimi Hendrix that launched his international career. In fact, Hammond is famously the only person who ever had both Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix in his band at the same time, during a five-night stint at the Gaslight Café in New York City in 1966. It was also John’s recording session with Robbie Robertson, Garth Hudson and Levon Helm which led to Bob Dylan hiring those same players, later to become known as The Band. Bob Dylan reputedly asked John’s advice on some guitarists. John invited Bob to his session with the Hawks and as they say, “the rest is history.”
John Hammond has become a legend in his own right. He’s garnered 8 Grammy nominations, including a Grammy win, multiple blues music awards, acoustic artist of the year, and blues hall of fame inductee. Hammond’s history is a who’s who of Blues, and includes performances or recordings with Eric Clapton, Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Duane Allman, Mike Bloomfield, JJ Cale, Tom Waits, The Band, John Lee Hooker, Dr. John and many, many more. He is known as the embodiment of the quintessential acoustic Blues troubadour, always serving tradition by pouring his heart and soul into full-bodied interpretations of the classics through the simple combination of brilliant guitar, rack harmonica, and intensely expressive vocals.
“John’s sound is so compelling, complete, symmetrical and soulful with just his voice, guitar and harmonica, it is at first impossible to imagine improving it,” says Tom Waits. “He’s a great force of nature. John sounds like a big train coming. He chops them all down.”
**Interviews available upon request. Contact Seth McNally / seth@meproductions.net**
Advance Tickets for the John Hammond concert are on sale for $29, $39, & $49. To purchase tickets, visit the Shalin Liu Box Office- 35 Main St., Rockport, MA or call 978-546-7391, or online at www.rockportmusic.org
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Wednesday Thanksgiving Eve ~ Dave Sag’s Blues Party starts 9pm @ The Rhumb Line 11.26.2014
We’re dive-bombing the good old Rhumb Line this WEDNESDAY! In all due respect to Turkey Day, The bar is closed on Thursday.
So, I’ve assembled an all-star cast featuring Mr. Orville Giddings. He of the 1000 watt smile and jewel-encrusted uvula will de driving in from Ipswich with a banjo on his knee. Not only that, but I’ve snagged Mr. Amadee Castenell, fabulously diverse tenor man and mainstay in Henri Smith’s band to put the fear of God in you. This is his first time with us. Make it count!
Throw in Mr. John Cameron, on keys and Mr. John Loud, on eggbeaters, and you have the beginnings of a wonderful night of music.Be the first on your block to carry your brainstem home in a box!
40 Railroad Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 283-9732
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Music Around Town ~ November 24 – 30, 2014
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BREAKING NEWS: Cape Ann Symphony Sunday Concert Sold Out – Tix for Saturday 11/29 Still Available
Don’t freak out — at least, not yet. You can still get tickets for Saturday’s Cape Ann Symphony Concert right here. You can also still get tickets for the reception on Sunday. Get Reception Tickets here. For all of you who really wanted to go to the Sunday concert but thought you could get tickets at the door, stop you’re bellyaching and just be grateful that you live in a community with a vibrant, growing cultural economy. Oh, and next time you see a GMG post about a concert you might want to go to (like this post), get your tickets RIGHT THEN! We ALWAYS put a link to tickets — always (see above for 2 examples).
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