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My View of Life on the Dock
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It was a real treat to be able to sit in on these recordings. Memory Layne and Joe Thomas are such pillars in the “music” community. They bring in talent from all around and have shows such as The SingerSongWriter Series (a total of three so far) where T Max of the Noise Magazine was even host for a whole series and performed during them and in other series as well. They will be bringing the series back soon so keep on the look out if you are interested in attending. There is music Wednesday through Sunday. They have a grand piano bar right in the middle of Ristorante that people gather around and have sing a longs. Sometimes the guest from around the dining room end up joining in. On many occasions Giuseppe’s has hosted fundraisers for various projects giving a certain percent of the evening’s total. It is an honor to know Joe and Memory.
Alexandra Valenti is somewhat new to the Gloucester/Cape Ann Music scene. I got to see her first at one of Giuseppe’s SingerSongWriter Series a few months ago and she blew the audience away. She has also performed at The Crowell Chapel in Manchester.
During her recording at The Local Music Seen with Allen Estes she was so sincere, personable and most of all adorable. Needless to say her performance and lyrics won our hearts. One song she did even moved some to tears. She will be at the Manchester Festival By The Sea tomorrow from 3:00pm to 3:45pm along with many other fine musicians through out the day.
Here’s a link from Vickie and Peter that tells more about Alexandra.
Manchester’s Festival By The Sea
Official Music lineup:
Town Hall Stage (on the steps of Town Hall):
12-12:45: Janice Fullman
1-1:45: Bryan Laurier
2-2:45: Marina Evans
3-3:45: Alexandra Valenti
Masconomo Park Stage (on Manchester Harbor):
12-12:45: The Closers
1-1:45: Allen & Dylan Estes
2-2:45: Joe Wilkins
3-3:45: Chris Phillips
4-4:45: The Dejas
5-5:45: Chelsea Berry
6-7:30: Chris Trapper

Dave says,
Greetings, comrades! And welcome to the People’s Blues Bash. This week we have that proletariat ping pong genius, Mr. Comrade Greg Luttrell. A long time supporter of the blues struggle, Com. GL has been given special dispensation to perform for the huddled masses here in the U.S.A. ,warding off uncontrollable opinions, and parlaying his great love for the Supreme Leader into a keening paroxysm of love. Catch him while you can. He is a regular at the Great Leap Forward Bar and Grill in Lohng Dhong, China for six months of the year. Now, We got him. His parole is almost up. It’s not often we get a political prisoner of the blues. He’s due to return to China in Sept., so ,girls, better put on that self-blinding eye shadow and ruby red laser lipstick and try to control your breathing!
But seriously, folks, Greg L. is a monster guitarist and vocalist and always gets everybody going into a big spin. Poor Andrew Jones…our drummer….hasn’t got a clue what he’s in for. I’m bringing smelling salts…
And don’t forget the 2nd Annual Glou. Blues Festival this Aug.10. No, I’m not playing, but I’ll be there drooling into my coozie. Please go!
THE RHUMB LINE BAR & RESTAURANT
40 Railroad Ave.
Gloucester, MA 01930
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Photos by Scott Blanchard
Tod Ellyson – Drums and Vocals
Paula Dion – Vocals and Percussion
Bill Foley – Vocals, Guitar, Harmonicas
Thomas Mitchell – Bass
Frank Hawks – Guitar
Photos by Joanne Silva
Photos by Scott Blanchard
Twelve string guitar and some real fine blues.
Dog Bar
65 Main Street
Gloucester, Ma
We’re gonna throw everything we got including the kitchen sink into the musical cauldron. And floating up to the top will be that Rockport Rascal and Blues Behemoth, the one and only Ms. Mari Martin. It’s always a pleasure to hear this nightingale sing. She can adjust her uvula in many ways to make your hippocampus explode on cue. My pants will be held up by a strong belt of vodka. Your earrings may melt. Every tune is scientifically designed for  shaking one’s tootsies. Need I say more?
  Adding creme filling to the proceedings will be that unflappable glitar whiz, Mr. Bob Enik. This guy scares me: you can’t lose him…..
He’s bringing his buddy, the keyboard millipede Mr. Jim Gambino, from the crime family.You better like him, or else. Also, Mr. Roger Brocklebank, the heartbeat of Madhouse® and fine drum instructor, will her beating time along with myself, on base. Don’t forget your Serutan®!
We descend upon the Rhumbline In Gloucester, Ma tonight 9:30 3 sets of a rocking good time!
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Last Thursday show was so good. No rain! I could hear harmonic melodies as I made my way down Pleasant Street. The Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester opened the evening with some Doo Wop and many 60’s song hits. Tonekat took over the second half and ended with a mixture of smokin rock and blues, leaving the audience wanting more. Both bands play around Gloucester if you hear of them playing check them out. You will not be disappointed.

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“New England’s Premier Reggae Party Band”
Friday, July 19 8:00 pm
Mile Marker One Friday Night Reggae Show on the River
Dread Rocks returns to the filming location of the hit TV show Wicked Tuna for a
night of sweet reggae music. On the water, under the tent, nothing but fun!
http://www.dreadrocksreggae.com/home.cfm
75 Essex Avenue,
Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930
(978) 283-2122
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Friday, July 19, 2013
Cape Ann Big Band 7:00 pm Listen to Cape Ann Big Band CAPE ANN BIG BAND
Benefit for Major Fred W. Ritvo Veteran’s Center and their efforts to aid today’s veterans
courtesy photo63 Rogers Street
Gloucester, MA 01930
http://thegloucesterhouse.com/
1-888-283-1812
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http://brianmaesmusic.com/home/
Phones
(978) 283-6342 Home
Address
27-29 Harbor loop
Gloucester, MA 01930
Website
http://www.Captaincarlos.com
Email
captaincarlos@facebook.com
8:00 pm Listen to The Hot Tub Piranhas
$20.00 Per Person. This is a fundraiser for a Cancer Patient going through tough times…
DES Portuguese American Club
133 Prospect St., Gloucester, MA 01906
Phone: 978-283-9737



Tonight, William James performs at Giuseppe’s by Request from 7-10pm! Our new dinner menu is available tonight!
Bill Gleason
Twelve string guitar, delta blues and some sweet originals.
2 Main Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930
(978) 879-4622
Digney Fignus~Girl With The Curious Hand
Dave says,
It was a much needed week off. Finally had time for some maintenance and a new sleeve job.Had my brakes removed, too. Now we’re back with a great lineup for the rest of the summer.
So, let’s welcome back Ms. Cheryl Arena, that shit-kickin’ former Texass gal with the big harp and the bigger repertoire. She’s comin’ so look out. Try not to spill your drink while she regales you with her own upbeat blend of the finest toons that money can’t buy. Furthermore, Mr. Edd Scheer, that baddie of the eggbeaters will be providing the 60 cycle hum that’ll thrill you to the bottom of your big toe. We’re gonna make him sing a lot, keep him on his other toes. As of yet, the dragnet hasn’t picked up a suitable suspect for the guitar chair, but rest assured, he’ll be a homunculus where it counts. Bring your glutes, and a couple Ace bandages. Remember: we hit at 8:30. Thursday 7.11.2013
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