Island Vibes is a fun, quirky collection of song by artists from and inspired by Nantucket
A compilation growing in popularity lately is Island Vibes–The Nantucket Music Collection. Island Vibes features music recorded by artists from Nantucket and or inspired by Nantucket or chosen because of a connection to the island. Half of these tracks were recorded and produced by Nantucket natives Victor Ferrantella and his father Nick Ferrantella with Victor’s brother Ben playing on some songs. The rest of the collection comes from other native producers, engineers, musicians, singers and, of course, those with a connection to Nantucket.
Sarah Blacker scores big with In Waves album
Sarah Blacker’s latest album In Waves combines winsome rock band approaches with Blacker’s naturally beautiful voice and lyrical aplomb. As a singer-songwriter, Blacker has created something that could raise her profile among those who work in the national music scene. Big things will surely happen for Blacker once she circulates this In Waves CD at her many CD Release parties.
Black And Blue Morning show true potential with debut album Rise
Black And Blue Morning’s debut CD Rise is a flinty collection of hard rocking originals. Black And Blue Morning is a band that packs a punch in every song they write, record, and play. The band has a freshness to their sound in that its hard to trace their influences to previous hard rocking outfits.
Hot Tub Piranhas have fun at Uncle Eddies last Saturday night
Hot Tub Piranhas hit Uncle Eddies Oceanside Tavern at Salisbury Beach last Saturday night, delivering a fun, feisty opening set. Hefty, smooth lead vocals, rangy, spiraling lead guitar phrases, and a very flexible rhythm section showed that cover bands too have something to offer musically.
Gretchen And the Pickpockets burn with true passion on debut album
It doesn’t take a brilliant music journalist like Lester Bands to know when a band is capable of becoming the next big thing. Out of the New Hampshire’s vibrant seacoast music scene, Gretchen And The Pickpockets create more urgency than a 2o alarm fire on their debut album. The most notable thing about this band is well constructed their songs are and how each part fits in with the whole to create vital music. If you’re not digging this band but the end of this album, check your pulse. You’re dead.
Freevolt offer fun, spirited ride on Take The Product album
The seacoast-based funky, ska, jam band Freevolt’s latest full length CD Take The Product is loaded with danceable, fun numbers that make one feel their tremendous ability for expression. Each song says a lot, their music being full of twists and turns, peaks and valleys, and just some good old fashioned clever hooks. There is a lot going on inside of Freevolt’s music and their enthusiasm can be felt as they make their listener appreciate their love of life, joy, and freedom.
The Lied To’s show huge potential on their debut album
The Lied To’s are a folk duo capable of becoming hugely familiar to listeners throughout New England. Susan Levine and Doug Kwartler formed this act after a significant period of transition for both singers. Their hard won experiences form the basis for their gritty, realistic lyrical material. Their unique blend of vocals and acoustic instruments create a lot of brittle, tender melodies and sweetly appealing harmonies. The due have a compact acoustic sound in each of their songs that pave the way for their unimposing but very likable voices to travel across.
Regional artists shine at New England Music Awards
The New England Music Awards is now running like a well oiled machine. Held at Showcase Live at Patriot’s Place in Foxborough, Massachusetts last Saturday night, performers and presenters were on and off the stage without hardly a glitch. This gave the performers a comfortable setting to strut their stuff between speakers and presentations. Showing what the whole event was all about, the bands who performed last night gave it their all as they presented their music to a six state audience.
Backs Against The Wall Blues Jam House Band host fourth Blues For The Troops, Sunday April 19, Peabody MA
Psst. Hey, kid. Do ya wanna listen to five hours of blues for only ten bucks?
Dr. Harp’s Blues Revue to play benefit for homeless veteran this Sunday, April 19, Manchester NH
A benefit for the New Horizon Homeless Shelter will be held at the Central Ale House in Manchester, New Hampshire from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Central Ale House is located at 23 Central Avenue in the Queen City. Dr. Harp’s Blues Revue will be performing. The band consists of Dr. Harp on vocals […]
