November; temperature drops, New England live music heats up
November might be getting colder. But, New England’s live music scene can only get hotter. Below, gentle readers, you’ll find several offerings to satisfy your need to see it played beautifully and in person. Of course, by the end of the month you might need to scrape the snow off the bottom of your shows […]
Jazz guitarist John Stein’s Lifeline a dazzling reminder of his long impressive career
John Stein’s exciting new release is a sprawling two disc set titled Lifeline, a compilation of his many own compositions and arrangements recorded and released over his 30 year career. This double scoop offering of Stein’s electric jazz guitar work turns a reviewer’s rainy day into a brisk adventure. Adventurous, exploring, and innovative, Stein’s Lifeline […]
October: doing beer, flannel, Halloween, Indigenous People Day with exciting New England live music
Folks, there’s a very scary day coming up: election day. Seriously, I mean Halloween. It’s that special month of October when we celebrate Halloween, when our outdoor scenery becomes colorful and diverse, when we start throwing on a flannel shirt over our tees, when we quaff copious amounts of beer at Octoberfest events, and when […]
Worcester singer Niki Luparelli terrified by Bull Mansion venue hosting her Haunted Speakeasy events
People who have seen the advertisements and read local news articles may still not know what are the events known as Haunted Speakeasy produced by Worcester-based singer, comedian, and zany local celebrity Niki Luparelli. “I’s me and my eight, nine piece band and we do three sets,” she said. “It’s burlesque and drag performances. There […]
Name Droppers II uses the same beautiful DNA from The Name Droppers first album
Name Droppers II is an appropriate title for this Connecticut band’s sophomore album. It isn’t just their second album. It’s a junior to the senior, a continuation of the DNA in their first album. The Name Droppers combine old school rock and roll, blues, and R&B idioms to create fresh new songs within their range […]
September temperatures sizzle, and so does New England’s live music
Well, folks. This is going to be one of those summers that never ends. Since the weather is still warm to hot to some days very hot, be sure to take advantage of the weather to enjoy some hot New England live music. Below are some offerings to keep you happy even after Labor Day […]
Arthur James & Northbound release A Guitar Player, A Bassist & A Drummer Walk Into A Studio a must have for New England blues fans
Arthur James has the old soul of a blues man. Arthur James plays numerous kinds of blues licks while slathering the lyrics of his blues originals with his hearty New England rasp. His recent release of his Arthur James & Northbound album A Guitar Player, A Bassist & A Drummer Walk Into A Studio is […]
Kirsten Manville does indeed Blossom In The Sun on stunning new album
Kirsten Manville’s latest album Blossom In The Sun showcases this North Shore singer-songwriter’s flare for Americana roots music. Manville rocks thing up a bit with full band songs that sizzle with greasy slide, rhythm guitar, edgy lead guitar, and a fistful of groove. Other times she fills her song with tender sensibilities and some songs […]
Emily’s Garage Band funked up Amphora’s restaurant in Derry, New Hampshire
Emily’s Garage Band drew a large, lively crowd to Amphora Restaurant in Derry, New Hampshire last night. With band leader Emily Johnson at the helm, this outfit showcased how well it understood the need to keep motion inside each part of a song. Johnson clearly has enough musical knowledge under her hood to school people […]
Arthur James brings blues classics to vivid life at Manchester’s XO Bistro
Arthur James has always been adept at finding a niche for his acoustic blues presentations. The looming giant in New Hampshire’s blues scene just wrapped up a month long residency at the Manchester, New Hampshire Elm Street venue XO Bistro. During his last Monday night appearance, Arthur James treated his XO audience to several greasy, […]
