March; St. Patrick’s Day and spring go better with great New England live music
March Buzz column is brought to you by the color green. St. Patrick’s Day and the beginning of Spring, which already feels upon us, are two great reason to celebrate this sacred month. In New England, we’ll celebrating St. Paddy’s Day, spring, and the Ides of March with some great live music. March 1: Anthony […]
Amoricans, a Black Crowes tribute band on the rise
Born in the Merrimack Valley of southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts, Amoricans are a tribute band on the rise. The eight musicians in this band not only master the material of The Black Crowes, they bring a vibe, a feeling, and a groove to every song they play in their ever changing and evolving […]
My Silent Bravery achieve greater heights with Holding Out For Hope
My Silent Bravery’s latest release Holding Out For Hope shows that Matthew Wade is a nonstop factory of fantastic pop music. Wade, who records and performs under the moniker of My Silent Bravery, again has created witty lyrics, catchy rhythms, and sweet, lively melodies. Title track “Holding Out For Hope” has a jumpy beat and […]
Greg Abate with Tim Ray Trio bring cool jazz to new heights with Gratitude
Greg Abate’s latest CD Release Gratitude: StageDoorLIVE@TheZ finds the Providence, Rhode Island-based saxophone player in great company. Recording this album live with the Tim Ray Trio is a stoke of genius. Not only will area and national jazz fans adore this record, anyone who just likes to put on something fun and exciting should also […]
February; Valentine’s Day, Black History Month, cold weather, and hot New England live music
February is marked by the romantic Valentine’s Day, the traditional Black History Month, and very, very cold weather. We can warm things up with hot New England live music. Valentine’s Day could be a date night to have dinner while dancing to your favorite band. Black History Month is a good time to explore blues, […]
Feb 8 Breast Cancer Benefit Concert for music journalist, promoter Lisa Martineau to feature Leaving Eden
In times of need, music communities tend to look out for one of their own. It is no surprise then that the New Hampshire music community, in one way or another, will be supporting Breast Cancer Benefit Concert For music journalist and promoter Lisa Martineau. Beginning at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8 at Penuche’s […]
Jazz Sessions 10th anniversary show enchanted Chianti’s audience
The 10th Anniversary of Barbara Alex’s monthly Jazz Sessions at Chianti’s Restaurant & Tuscan Lounge in Beverly, Massachusetts was an exceptional show. Coordinator Alex waned to include as many singers and musicians as possible in last Sunday evening’s event. Recreating the flavor and vibe of her first ten years was no mean feat but many […]
Hilton Park delight, impress once again with Songs From The Porch
Hilton Park has done it again. The Maine folksy trio has come up with another album of catchy, accessible folk, singer-songwriter material Perhaps it is because their influences concern more than just folk artists and singer-songwriters. Perhaps their interpersonal chemistry is so strong they can have fun with any influence. This trio consisting of Bruce […]
The death of Neil Peart is freaking me out because he wrote about my life
It was one of the saddest days in music history when we lost Rush drummer and lyricist Neil Peart to brain cancer last week. There will never be another like him, and, his passing is impacting each of his fans in ways that they are only just beginning to discover as they recall what that […]
Donna-Lee DePrille takes her listeners All Over The Map and keeps arriving in good territory
Western Massachusetts-based singer Donna-Lee DePrille takes her listeners on a grand adventure throughout her album All Over The Map. As the album title indicates, this CD finds DePrille strutting her vocal magic through a land of varied genres, song structures, and soundscapes. By the time the last songs concludes, many might feel they have just […]
