Peter Parcek’s B.B. King tribute at Chevalier Theatre a roaring, bluesy success
Some tribute shows come across like a work of art. Boston’s Peter Parcek and his trio along with special guests paid a glorious tribute to B.B. King as part of the On Stage series at the Chevalier Theatre in Medford, Massachusetts last Saturday night. By placing the band at the end of the stage with their backs toward the audience seats, the On Stage producers created a café style seating arrangement for patrons sitting on stage with the band. Last Saturday night’s show was packed, making the tribute a success financially as well as artistically.
Chris Nauman’s latest CD Better Angels is a winsome treasure
Chris Nauman’s latest CD Better Angels offers a lot of the elements that have always made him an enjoyable listen. One highlight of all of the songs here is Nauman’s personality. He shines through in each track, creating interest, vitality, and identity. He also offers lyrics that speak of hope amidst trying and sometimes dire circumstances. The greater sum of fine songs make this CD a winsome treasure.
Peter Parcek gearing up for a very special show; B.B. King tribute at the Chevalier Theatre
Some music events have a way of bringing things full circle back to what is most important. Boston blues guitarist Peter Parcek is gearing up for a very special show. May 14th is the day on which the king of the blues, B.B. King passed away, and Parcek will play a tribute concert to King at the Chevalier Theatre in Medford, Massachusetts. The concert runs from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Chevalier is located at 30 Forest Street in Medford.
Twiddle offer Plump talent, positive vibes on new disc
Coming out of Vermont’s eclectic music scene and positive, open minded, neo-hippie environment, Twiddle offer a fantastic combo of fine musicianship, inspiring, joyful lyrics, and a fearless, seamless blend of elements and styles. The Vermont quartet’s latest CD, Plump, is well named. The disc is plump with many high musical moments and many lyrics about being high on life.
Kung Fu play with funky discipline on new Joyride CD
Kung Fu’s latest CD Joyride is packed with hard driving funk. It’s the kind of CD that will keep listeners moving from the dance floor to listening mode. Many moments find this band delivering lively, danceable music. Other moments find them shining as true musicians, offering a plethora of notes that dance, spiral, sing, or soar as these finely disciplined players take their sound in any direction they choose.
John Hall to present New England Blues Summit on Cape Cod
John Hall, known for producing blues festivals at the Marshfield Fair these last 21 years, will present the New England Blues Summit at Cape Cod’s Resort And Conference Center in Hyannis, Massachusetts on May 13, May 14, and May 15. Judging by the activities and artists lined up, this could be the year’s biggest blues event in our six state region.
Ontologics prove masterful on Drones From Home
Ontologics’s sophomore album Drones From Home finds the multi instrumentalist duo laying down all sorts of funky grooves, metalish guitar parts, and a whole lot of other magic all their own. Bulbous grooves, penetrating melodic phrases, and other worldly vocals are the order of the day for Ontologics.
Chris Trapper offers a lot on Symphonies Of Dirt & Dust
Chris Trapper’s latest CD, Symphonies Of Dirt & Dust, feature his smooth, soft, plaintive voice reaching across the soundscape with an ethereal quality. There is a dreamy quality to many of the easeful, mellow tracks here. His voice is a thing of beauty that seems to be coming to us from another, loftier, plain of existence. On his hookier tracks Trapper sings with that larger than quality that we associate with the larger names in the music. It certainly doesn’t hurt that producer Jason Meeker keeps the sound flowing smoothly throughout this musical journey.
Frank Viele Band rocked Spot Underground in Providence, RI
Frank Viele Band played a lively set at the Spot Underground in Providence, Rhode Island last Saturday night. Coming off of two wins in the New England Music Awards the previous week, Viele and company seemed emboldened by their latest recognition. They play several songs from their latest full length CD, Fall You Way, which, incidentally, won a Producer Of The Year award for their producer Vic Steffens at the same awards show.
Roots Of Creation offer much melodic joy and positive uplift with Livin Free
Roots Of Creation’s latest CD Livin Free is another offering of their grand, glorious sound. Horns, guitars, keyboards and a whole lot of other instrumentation create fun, upbeat waves of melodic joy while wrapping themselves around amicable reggae and ska grooves.
