Chick Singer Night spring show at Johnny D’s in Somerville, MA Thursday 11
BOSTON – Chick Singer Night (CSN) Boston is hosting a special talent showcase highlighting female singer/songwriters to be held at Johnny D’s in Somerville, Massachusetts, Thursday, June 11 at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.
High Hopes band offer much reggae fun on Forever Love album
We’ve got the fun, mahn. High Hopes Band latest album Forever Love is an enjoyable journey through a few different takes on the possibilities in reggae music. These recent winners of the New England Music Awards for Best In State: Massachusetts show why they are popular with other musicians as well as popular with mass […]
The Luxury thrive on Bones & Beaten Heart album
The Luxury’s latest full length album Bones And Beaten Heart is a shimmering piece of artwork. From its opening synth notes to its grand finale of acoustic guitar rock, The Luxury don’t try to imitate any other band in existence. It’s impressive all that they have a lot going on while they entertain the ears with an unusual approach to song structure. Influences likely range from The Beatles, Pink Floyd, and Electric Light Orchestra to more modern rock bands like Snow Patrol. But, they never wear those influences on their sleeves, and their complexity of songwriting makes it very difficult to compare them to any other artists.
Bob Dylan birthday bash a huge success at Whippersnapper’s last night; talent abounded for hours
Where has the time gone? New Hampshire rock singer Bobby Livingston has now hosted six annual Bob Dylan birthday bashes to support the Brad Delp Foundation, a charitable organization that supports local school music programs. And what a bash it was. With sound man Jonny Friday from 3 A.M. Productions keeping everything running with nary a noticeable glitch, 12 acts performed exceptionally good versions of songs we all know and love. Local New Hampshire and Boston on air personality Jeff Miller, sporting a bright orange jacket, introduced each act with his usual understated charm on the stage at Whippersnappers in Londonderry, New Hampshire.
Guitarist Bob Wolfman, always taking it to a higher level
Guitarist Bob Wolfman has been respected for his advanced musical skills for a long time. He was already a Manhattan session player before he finished high school. Yet, he should be even more respected for his never ending quest for self-improvement. Despite his ability to play fast chords over complicated scales, Wolfman never rests on his laurels. At heart, he is still a student of the guitar, voice, music, teaching, and recording. Whatever his latest project might be, listeners can bet their last dollar that Wolfman will be stepping up his game, taking it to an even higher level.
Professor Harp sounded great at Nelson’s Candies; Wilton NH blues venue offers great acoustics
The Undaunted Professor Harp came into Wilton, New Hampshire last Saturday night to do his blues thing at Nelson’s Candies/Local’s Café, down on Main Street. Professor Harp and his men treated the local audience to savory blues and oldies rock and roll songs that just can’t be found within miles of last Saturday night’s location. […]
B.B. King dies at 89; lived most of his life on the road
Here is the latest news report about the passing of a blues legend:
The Joshua Incident master folk music idioms and literary lyrics on debut album Red
Fans of acoustic, roots, and folk music won’t be able to get enough of The Joshua Incident’s debut album, Red. Natural acoustic instruments provide plenty of gritty picking styles, tender melodies, and atmospheric moods while lush, full vocal harmonies carrying one away like a magic carpet ride. The Portsmouth, New Hampshire quartet open this album […]
Blindside Thunder rock hard, rock well on 100 Proof album
Blindside Thunder’s third album 100 proof is chockfull of hard rock idioms spawned from the late 1980s until the present time. Swaggering lead vocals, aggressive guitars and bass, and chugging, pounding drum work are the order of the day. Recent nominees at last month’s New England Music Awards, these Providence, Rhode Island boys prove their […]
Vocal music lessons have powerful healing effect for massive stroke survivor
BillCopelandMusicNews.com received the following press release from Marcia Macres. Macres has written a brief article about her friend and music scene colleague Valerie Giglio. Giglio, without ever showing prior symptoms, suffered a massive stroke. Through strength, positivity, determination, and the healing power found in music, Giglio has recovered miraculously.
