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A Night of Extraordinary Musical Texture and Harmony
The Extended Play Sessions American Roots Music Television announced that acoustic rock act ilyAIMY will be in the studio for a Session on Thursday, April 9th at 7 pm. As always, this Session sounds like it will be another one not to miss!
ilyAIMY (Official Poster)
Let’s continue our march into Spring 2015 with some wonderful music! Read the rest of this entry
The Beautiful Harmonies of Red Molly
Click here to read my review on No Depression of this Red Molly show at Club Passim.
Red Molly
Molly Venter
Laurie MacAllister
Abbie Gardner
Red Molly
Special Guest Herb Gardner
Molly Venter
Laurie MacAllister
Abbie Gardner
Red Molly
Molly Venter
Laurie MacAllister
Abbie Gardner
Red Molly with Special Guest Herb Gardner
Red Molly
Abbie Gardner
Red Molly
Lowell Summer Music Series Announces A Big Rock Act
I am pleased to announce that Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam will be appearing at the Lowell Summer Music Series on Saturday, July 18! He last appeared at the Series several years ago, and I am excited about his return!
An Americana Double-Header Is Coming To The Lowell Summer Music Series
I am pleased to announce that The Wood Brothers and Tall Heights will be appearing at the Lowell Summer Music Series on Thursday, July 9! This should be a fabulous show – I have seen both bands and loved the shows!
It Was A Good Night for (Mostly) Traditional Bluegrass
Last summer, I enjoyed seeing The Gibson Brothers at the Freshgrass Festival (an amazing bluegrass festival, for those of you who are interested) so much that when their recent show at Johnny D’s was announced, I knew I had to see them again.
The Gibson Brothers
It was a bonus to find Twisted Pine, winner of the Freshgrass best band contest, opening the show for the Gibsons.
Twisted Pine
First Time Seeing Flamenco Live And It Will Not Be The Last
I knew nothing about Nino de los Reyes at the time I decided to see his show at Regattabar, but wanted to try something a little outside my usual wheelhouse. This was one of the highest-energy performances I have ever seen!
Nine de los Reyes
Walking into the club, I immediately noticed a special dance floor in front of the seats for the musicians. Whether the flooring was necessary to protect the venue’s floor or to provide a more staccato sound to his dancing (or both), it serves its purpose well.
Americana? Outlaw Country? Bluegrass? Whatever You Call Them, The Far West Rocks!
I had not heard of The Far West until they were booked into The Extended Play Sessions this week, but I knew after watching a few videos that their music was absolutely right up my alley.
The Far West
Part bluegrass, part country, part alt-country, and part Americana (and maybe part other genres), they deliver an energetic show that is crammed with talent! Read the rest of this entry
More Acts Added To The Already Impressive Newport Folk Festival Line-Up
The Newport Folk Festival continues its lineup announcements and added even more interesting acts.
Newport Folk Festival Trademarked Logo
Seminal Jazz Guitarist John Abercrombie Enthralled
I knew John Abercrombie‘s reputation but had never seem him perform, so I jumped at the opportunity to see him at Regattabar last weekend.
John Abercrombie
This was an excellent performance, made better by the absence of pretense and showmanship. Read the rest of this entry
Incredible Roots Rock Blues Show By The Alvin Brothers
After seeing Dave Alvin and Phil Alvin and The Guilty Ones perform at a festival last summer, I knew I had to see their headlining show at The Sinclair. Dave and Phil recently returned to performing and recording together; the joy they feel while sharing a stage is obvious and the audience could feel it too.
Dave Alvin
Phil Alvin
Last year, they released the Grammy-nominated Common Ground, a tribute to legendary bluesman Big Bill Broonzy, and performed many songs from that album. Read the rest of this entry
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