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Acoustic Grunge? Yes, Please!
One of the regulars at The Extended Play Sessions suggested that the Baltimore-based band ilyAIMY (pronounced ee-lee-amy, it is an acronym for “I love you and I miss you”) would be a good addition to the roster of acts who have played at a Session, and he was right!
ilyAIMY
One of the most unusual acts to grace the stage, they are an enchanting trio (at full-band shows they add two more musicians) who engaged us quickly and easily.
Singer-Songwriter Event At The Extended Play Sessions
The Extended Play Sessions American Roots Music Television announced that Boston-area singer songwriters Ian Fitzgerald and Brian Carroll will be in the studio for a Session on Thursday, April 16th at 7 pm. As always, this Session sounds like it will be another one not to miss!
Ian Fitzgerald and Brian Carroll (Official Poster)
Let’s continue our march into Spring 2015 with some wonderful music! Read the rest of this entry
Fabulous Energy At This Jazz CD Release Show
I realized I was part of what promised to be a special evening when I noticed that I was amidst many jazz luminaries (musicians, Berklee professors, radio personalities), all in attendance for Afro-Cuban tenor saxophonist Carlos Averhoff Jr.‘s album release celebration at Scullers. What a celebration it was! There was much joy in the room that night, from the stage as well as from the audience.
Carlos Averhoff Jr.
Born in Cuba, Carlos graduated from Berklee College of Music and the New England Conservatory of Music and thankfully continues to grace the Boston area with his talent.
Newport Folk Festival Line-Up Additions
It keeps on coming! The Newport Folk Festival continues its lineup announcements and added even more interesting acts.
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A Veteran Returns To The Lowell Summer Music Series
I am pleased to announce that Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers will be appearing at the Lowell Summer Music Series on Friday, August 14! I enjoyed his past two performances there, but the last was in 2008 so he’s been overdue for a return trip to the Series.
Mike Gordon Will Appear At The Lowell Summer Music Series
I am pleased to announce that Mike Gordon (of Phish) will be appearing at the Lowell Summer Music Series on Friday, June 26! This is great news for fans of jam bands especially! Here’s a link to a nice article in Rolling Stone about this tour which mentions Lowell.
Award-Winning Local Fave Thrills A Hometown Crowd
Click here to read my review of this Will Dailey show on No Depression.
Will Dailey
Dave Brophy
Will Dailey
Joe “Sonny” Barbado
Will Dailey
Will Dailey and Sarah Miller
Dave Brophy
Will Dailey
Joe “Sonny” Barbado
Will Dailey
Will Dailey
Dave Brophy
Will Dailey
Will Dailey
Will Dailey and Sarah Miller
Will Dailey
Kyle Eastwood Delivered A Solid Performance
Kyle Eastwood, a talented jazz bassist and composer, is not merely trading on his family name (yes, his father is Clint). I took a chance when I decided to see him perform at Regattabar last week, and I am delighted I did.
Kyle Eastwood
I did not know, but should have realized, that Kyle was raised with much music in his life and it shows. He clearly has a passion for the jazz tradition.
Blues With A West African Twist
I was surprised that I was not familiar with Markus James prior to his electrifying performance at The Extended Play Sessions recently; I love African music, and West African in particular, and Markus’ music is heavily based in the music from that part of the world.
Markus James with his handmade gourd banjo
This is a form of the blues that is fairly unique. It is not desert blues, although I could hear elements of it (okay, more than merely elements) in Markus’ music. It is not Delta or Chicago blues, although I could also hear elements of those styles. It is hard-driving, percussive blues that will make you move.
More Acts Added To The Already Impressive Newport Folk Festival Line-Up
It keeps on coming! The Newport Folk Festival continues its lineup announcements and added even more interesting acts.
Newport Folk Festival Trademarked Logo
suze reviews the blues 