The Slide Brothers coming to Johnny D’s on April 17
The Slide Brothers are coming to Johnny D’s in Somverville, Massachusetts on Wednesday, April 17. The group is currently touring to support their new CD. The Slide Brothers, standard bearers of the sacred steel tradition, will release their first studio album on February 19, 2013 on Concord Records. The album, simply titled Robert Randolph […]
New England Music Awards to be presented at Lowell Memorial Auditorium on April 13
The New England Music Awards are presented every year to the musicians who call New England their home and whose dedication, spirit, and achievements over the last year have without a doubt established themselves as a contributing force to the most robust and diverse music scene in the country. The NEMA nominating committee consists of […]
Blues world mourns the loss of Ann Rabson
This just in from Ann Rabson’s label, Alligator Records: BLUES PIANIST/SINGER/SONGWRITER ANN RABSON, 1945 – 2013 CO-FOUNDER OF SAFFIRE–THE UPPITY BLUES WOMEN Blues pianist/singer/songwriter/guitarist Ann Rabson died on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 in Fredericksburg, Virginia after a long battle with cancer. She was 67. Co-founder of the hugely successful trio Saffire–The Uppity Blues […]
Playing It Forward fundraiser this Friday, November 9 in Hollis, New Hampshire
Come see NIR next Friday night at The Alpine Grove in Hollis. I am running a fundraiser for a friend and we have Charlie Farren, NIR, Eastwood Peak, The Murphy Bros, Kim and Tom Davis (Duo) Does this interest you at all? Would love for you to support this event! Thx, Pam Holt. Pam Holt […]
Jen Kearney trying to Kickstart CD into production
Funk keyboard-vocalist Jen Kearney is trying to raise funds through Kickstarter so she can record her next album. If you are already familiar with Jen Kearney And The Lost Onion, you know how popular she is live and on CD. Ms. Kearney explains below how to help her and her band. Here is Jen Kearney’s letter: […]
Deadites to headline 16th Annual Halloween Extravaganza
The Deadites will be headlining their 16th Annual Halloween Extravaganza. This year They have a very special guest co-headling with thm, the amazing synth pop of Teeel. (http://teeelmusic.com) All of this goes down on October 27 at the Lucky Dog Music Hall in Worcester, MA. The Deadites will be giving away an iPad 2 as a door prize […]
Rhode Island based charity 24 Hour Music Project seeks to raise money
Kyle Andree is the director for a Rhode Island based charity called The 24 Hour Music Project. This is what it does. In August they gathered over 50 Rhode Island area musicians, songwriters and vocalists together to record an album in 24 Hours. Among those gathered include members of past WBRU rock hunt winners For The Love of Sloane, […]
Leaving Eden releasing new album
Fronted by distinctive female vocalist, Carole Gynan, their new album Between Heaven & Hell is a brilliant fusion of heavy rock, pop and acoustic tracks. The album is produced by the legendary London-based producer Stuart Epps (Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles), and features Mick James (Criss Angel Mindfreak). Leaving Eden has already shared […]
Harry’s At The Depot offers new take on familiar music room
There’s A New Harry’s In Town Good food, good music and good people. That’s what you’ll find at the new Harry’s At The Depot in Hyannis. Located just down the tracks from downtown Harry’s is open year-round to bring you the best in casual dining and live entertainment all in a warm and comfortable atmosphere. […]
Ska comes to the Raven in Worcester on August 17
SuperSka brings you the best in old-school ska, rock-steady and reggae, featuring veteran players from the Boston ska & reggae scene.” (Ska, Reggae Rocksteady) “Based out of Providence RI, The Copacetics have just started tearing up the scene with their high energy live shows and catchy dance tunes.” (Ska & Reggae) “Original Jelly Roll Soul […]
