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Lullabies and Love Songs On A Snowy Valentine’s Day
Here’s the link to my review on ND Roots (No Depression) of this marvelous show by Suz Slezak at Club Passim on Saturday, February 14, 2015.
Suz Slezak
Suz Slezak (with David Wax and Corey DiMario)
Suz Slezak
Suz Slezak and Alan Kaufman
Suz Slezak
Suz Slezak with her father David Slezak
David Wax
Corey DiMario
David Wax, Suz Slezak, Alan Kaufman, and Corey DiMario (l to r)
Suz Slezak
Suz Slezak
Alan Kaufman
Suz Slezak
Suz Slezak with her father David Slezak
David Wax
Suz Slezak
Corey DiMario
Alan Kaufman and Suz Slezak Yodeling
David Wax, Suz Slezak, and Corey DiMario
David Wax and Suz Slezak
Suz Slezak and Alan Kaufman
An Intimate Evening With A Rock Legend
Despite a number of really good shows happening in Boston on this snowy evening, I chose to see the legendary Leon Russell in the intimate setting that is Johnny D’s.
Leon Russell
Walking with the aid of a cane, Leon took the stage to a standing ovation. Graciously acknowledging the love we showed him, he sat at his grand piano and played his heart out for the next nearly two hours.
Week Two of Newport Folk Festival Lineup Announcements
The Newport Folk Festival continues its lineup announcements and added an interesting act.
Newport Folk Festival Trademarked Logo
Four Slide Musicians Delivered The (Fantastic) Slide Sessions
Here’s the link to my review on No Depression of this marvelous roots rock show by The Slide Sessions featuring Abbie Gardner, Jim Henry, Cliff Eberhardt, and Brooks Williams at Club Passim on Wednesday, February 11, 2015.
Abbie Gardner
Brooks Williams
Cliff Eberhardt
Jim Henry
Abbie Gardner
Cliff Eberhardt
Brooks Williams
Jim Henry
Abbie Gardner
Cliff Eberhardt
Brooks Williams
Jim Henry
Abbie Gardner
Cliff Eberhardt
Brooks Williams
Jim Henry and Abbie Gardner
Abbie Gardner
Cliff Eberhardt’s Resonator Guitar
Brooks Williams
The Dobro Hands of Jim Henry and Abbie Gardner
Abbie Gardner’s Hands
Cliff Eberhardt
Brooks Williams
Brooks Williams
Abbie Gardner
Garth Brooks Triumphs In Boston
Seventeen years had passed since Garth Brooks performed in Boston; for about half of them, he was retired from music. At the end of January, he triumphantly returned to give us six sold-out (or nearly sold-out) shows at TD Garden.
Garth Brooks
One look at Garth’s face tells you all you need to know – that he was thrilled with the reception he received!
Barnstar! Has Earned That Exclamation Point!
Barnstar! is one the most enjoyable acts to see live, and their recent CD release show at OBERON drove that point home to the sold-out audience.
Barnstar!
Barnstar! (yes, the exclamation point is part of the name) is a bluegrass band based in the Boston area. They do not tour often, but when they do it would behoove you to see them.
Regattabar was a Roomful of Blues!
I had not seen Roomful of Blues in about twenty years, and even though the members of the band have changed in that time, the band’s roots are the same. Their recent appearance at Regattabar showed that they continue to be worth seeing.
The Horns Section of Roomful of Blues
What a history Roomful of Blues has! Founded 48 years ago, this Rhode Island based band plays horns-heavy Chicago blues with swing and Cajun mixed in for good measure.
Three Powerhouse Guitarists Amazed At The Narrows
I was a very lucky person to be able to see the first of the David Bromberg, Larry Campbell, and David Hidalgo shows which was held at The Narrows Center for the Arts recently.
David Bromberg, Larry Campbell, David Hidalgo (l to r)
I apologize that my photos are not as good as usual; there were a lot of mics on stage that proved tough to shoot around.
Hometown Audience Loves Its Native Son
Here’s the link to my review on No Depression of this marvelous folk/Americana/soul show by Ryan Montbleau at Club Passim on Thursday, February 5, 2015.
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau
Michael Tarbox
Michael Tarbox
Newport Folk Festival Started The 2015 Rolling Lineup Announcements
I’m still a relative newcomer to the Newport Folk Festival, compared to friends who have been attending for 20+ years. The first year I attended was 2012 and I think it will be a part of my life for years to come.
Newport Folk Festival Trademarked Logo
For the past couple of years, NFF decided to do rolling announcements of the lineup rather than announcing the entire lineup at the same time. It’s part frustrating (because I want to know NOW) but mostly exciting (who’s going to be announced NEXT).
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