I can hear The Beatles in my head singing “It’s been a long, cold lonely winter.” For months, we’ve all been trapped inside a small world consisting of work, home, and the grocery store. Live music has been denied to us entirely in some New England states while being limited in its presentation in others. Hopefully, the powers that be have gotten a handle on this pandemic mess, and, with the warm weather allowing us out of poorly ventilated homes and buildings, we can enjoy a music drenched month of July. Here are some New England live music offerings to keep us occupied while we celebrate our Independence as well as numerous beach days.
July 1: Jodee Frawlee; T-Bones; Salem, New Hampshire. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 1: Dave Bailin; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 1 Jennifer Tefft solo; Quinn’s Irish Pub, Worcester, Massachusetts. 8:00 p.m.
July 2 :Jodee Frawlee; Copper Door; Salem, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m.
July 2: Derrick & Dave Duo; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 2: Erin Harpe & Jim Countryman Blues Duo; Hopkinton Summer Music Series; Hopkinton, Massachusetts;
July 2: Just Like That; The Ridge Club.
July 2: R & B Dignity at the Sweeney Post, Maple St., Manchester 8:00 to 11:00 p.m.
July 3: Radio Roulette; Seashell Stage; Hampton Beach; Hampton, New Hampshire. 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
July 3: Jodee Frawlee; Copper Door; Bedford, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 3: Nicole Knox Murphy; Suncook River Camp Resort; Suncook, New Hampshire. 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 3: Jennifer Tefft solo; Backyard Concert; Marlboro, Massachusetts.
July 3: Tim Parent; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 3: American Who; Firefly’s; Marlboro, Massachusetts.
July 3: Zoe Knight & Mythical Beasts; Levitate Backyard; Marshfield, Massachusetts. 5:00 p.m. doors. 6:00 p.m. show. CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN.
July 3: Wendee Glick Trio; Bicentennial Park; Nashua, New Hampshire. 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN.
July 3: Jon Jaffe & Mike Naugler; P.F. Chang’s; Legacy Place; Dedham, Massachusetts.
July 3: Erin Hapre & Jim Countryman Country Blues Duo; Theodore’s; Springfield, Massachusetts.
July 3: Wildcat O’Halloran Band; Hitchcock Brewing; Bernardston, Massachusetts; 5:00 p.m. to dark.
July 4: Jodee Frawlee; Gaslight Deck; Portsmouth, New Hampshire; 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
July 4: Revival Fest; Gamma Rage, Baylies Band, Shore City, Haunting Titans, Cosmic Factory, The Worried, All Star Stars, Atlantic Thrills, Cocktail Bar & Lounge with indoor and outdoor seating. 301 Harris Avenue; Providence, Rhode Island;
July 5: Erin Harpe & Jim Countryman Country Blues Duo; Gracie Curran, Barrett Anderson; Rhythm Room Afternoons; Plymouth, Massachusetts.
July 6: KC’s Rib Shack Tiki Bar Open Mic hosted by Nate Comp and Paul Costley. Featured artist each week. Manchester, New Hampshire. 7:00 pm. To 8:00 p.m. Featured artist. 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Open mic.
July 6: Jodee Frawlee; Tiki Bar; Nashoba Valley Ski Area; Westford, Massachusetts; 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 6: Austin McCarthy; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 7: Justin Cohn; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 5:oo p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 7: Midtown Horns Sumer Concert Series, Hudson, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m.
July 7: Jodee Frawlee; Homstead; Merrimack, New Hampshire; 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
July 8: Jodee Frawlee; Firefly patio; Manchester, New Hampshire. 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 8: Erik Van Pelt Duo; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 8: Gay Perkoski; Uno’s; Bellingham, Masssachusetts. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 9: Emily Grogan Band followed by Adam Sherman; The Plough And Stars; 912, Mass Ave., Cambridge, Massachusetts. 10:00 p.m.
July 9: Jonny Friday Duo; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 9: Jodee Frawlee; T-Bones; Bedford, New Hampshire; 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 9: Gay Perkoski with Scott Brown & The Diplomats; The Music Room; West Yarmouth, Massachusetts.
July 9: Nicole Knox Murphy; Martha’s Exchange Restaurant & Brewery; Nashua, New Hampshire.
July 10: 21st and 1st; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 10; Jodee Frawlee; Sea Ketch; Hampton Beach; Hampton, New Hampshire; 8:00 p.m. to midnight.
July 10: Professor Harp; THE PORCH, Medford, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
July 10 Anthony Geraci And The Boston All-Stars featuring Monster Mike Welch; Chan’s Eggroll And Jazz; Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
July 10: Jennifer Tefft solo; The Gavel; Wrentham, Massachusetts. 2:00 p.m.
July 10: Amy & The Soul Stealers; The Den; Dennisport, Massachusetts.
July 10; Crazy Steve; Area 23: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
July 10: Mike & Missy Unplugged Lost Shoe Brewery Marlborough, Massachusetts. 4:00 p.m.
July 10: Dave Barry; P.F. Chang’s; Legacy Place; Dedham, Massachusetts.
July 10: Triple Play Acoustic; Bobby And Jacks’s Memphis BBQ; 1777 Main Street; Tewksbury, Massachusetts; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 10: Audrey Rose; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts
July 10: Annie Brobst Band; Patriot Place; Foxboro, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m.
July 10: The Hip Swayers; Timberyard Brewing Company; East Brookfield, Massachusetts. 7:00 p.m.
July 11: Another Shot; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 11: Gay Perkoski; Stone Ridge Grill & Bar; Plainville, Massachusetts. 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
July 11: Jodee Frawlee; Tiki Bar Nashoba Valley Ski Area; Westford, Massachusetts; 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
July 11: Jennifer Mitchell; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 11: Lynn’s 102 Tavern; Hudson, New Hampshire. 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
July 11: Alan Arena Three; 367 Main Street; Hyannis, Massachusetts. Noon. Bring a chair.
July 11: Diane Blue And The All Star Band; The Love Dogs; Rhythm Room Concert Series. John Alden Sportsman Club; Plymouth, Massachusetts.
July 11: Professor Harp; NARRAGANSETT CAFE, Jamestown, Rhode Island; 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
July 11: Alan Arena Three Hyannis Green; Main Street. Hyannis Massachusetts.
July 12: Lisa Guyer Duo; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 12: The Hip Swayers; Vincent’s; Worcester, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m.
July 12: Jodee Frawlee; Murphy’s Taproom; Manchester, New Hampshire; 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 13: Annie Brobst Band; Party On The Patio; Davnersport, Massachusetts.
July 13: KC’s Rib Shack Tiki Bar Open Mic hosted by Nate Comp and Paul Costley. Featured artist each week. Manchester, New Hampshire. Featured artist 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Open mic 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 13: Chris Powers: Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 14: Clint LaPointe; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 5:o0 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 14: Jodee Frawlee; Murphy’s Taproom patio; Bedford, New Hampshire; 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 14: Nicole Knox Murphy; Candia Concert Series; 55 High Street; Candia, New Hampshire. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
July 14: Wildcat O’Halloran Band; Bull Run; Shirley, Massachusetts. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
July 15: Jodee Frawlee and Brian Eagleton; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 15: Professor Harp; MUSIC ALLEY Bridgewater, Ma. (6:30-8)
July 15: Nicole Knox Murphy; Hideaway; Salisbury, Massachusetts. 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
July 15: Jennifer Tefft solo; Quinn’s Irish Pub, Worcester, Massachusetts. 8:00 p.m.
July 16: Rob & Jody; Stumble Inn; Londonderry, New Hampshire. 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 16: The Hip Swayers; West Minster’s Farmer’s Market; West Minister, Massachusetts. 3:00 p.m.
July 16: Gay Perkoski with Scott Brown & The Diplomats; The Breakaway; Danvers, Massachusetts.
July 16: Brian Booth; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 16: Jodee Frawlee; T-Bones; Derry, New Hampshire; 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 16: Hit Squad; Chop Shop; Seabrook, New Hampshire; 9:00 p.m. to midnight.
July 16: Just Like That; Cape Cod Beer.
July 16: Jennifer Tefft solo; The Shaskeen, Manchester, New Hampshire opening for Steven H Scott CD Release Party; solo 8:30 p.m.
July 16: Wildcat O’Halloran Band; Westfield Concert Series; Westfield, Massachusetts; 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 16: Veggie Burger With Bacon; Area 23; 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
July 16: Erin Harpe & Jim Countryman Country Blues Duo: Night Stage; New Bedford, Massachusetts.
July 17: LoveSexy; Dante’s at Firefly; Marlboro, Massachusetts. 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
July 17: Gay Perkoski with Scott Brown & The Diplomats; opening for Dark Eagle Deserts; Indian Ranch; Webster, Massachusetts.
July 17: American Who; MCL Bash, Worcester 2:00 pm-3:00pm set.
July 17: American Who with Actin’ Up; Sammy’s Patio; Revere, Massachusetts.
July 17: The Hip Swayers; Express Yourself Coffee; Worcester, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m.
July 17 Jennifer Truesdale Band, Acoustic Brunch at The Burren – Backyard patio 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
July 17: Professor Harp; THEODORE’S; Springfield, Massachusetts.
July 17: Jamie Balmer classical guitar; P.F. Chang’s.
July 17: Stomp ‘N Holler; Peppercorns; Worcester, Massachusetts. 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
July 16: Brian Booth; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 18: The Hip Swayer’s; Pinecroft Dairy; West Boyalston, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m.
July 18: Gay Perkoski; Stone Ridge Grill Bar; Plainville, Massachusetts. 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
July 18: Jennifer Tefft; The Looney Bin, Laconia, New Hampshire. 1:00 p.m.
July 18: Jodee Frawlee; Cercle Club National patio; Manchester, New Hampshire; 4:00 p.m. to 730 p.m.
July 18: Ricki “King” Russell & Anthony Geraci and the Boston All Stars; Rhythm Room Afternoon Concert Series; John Alden Sportsman Club; Plymouth, Massachusetts. Gates 11:00 a.m. Music at 1:00 p.m.
July 18: Erin Harpe & Jim Countryman Country Blues Duo; Stomping Ground; Putnam, Connecticut.
July 19: Jodee Frawlee; Homestead; Merrimack, New Hampshire; 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
July 20: The Hip Swayers; Newton Square; Worcester, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m.
July 20: The MISSY Maxfield Project Goodwill Park Holliston Massachusetts. 6:30 PM
July 20: Jodee Frawlee; Gaslight deck; Portsmouth, New Hampshire; 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
July 20: KC’s Rib Shack Tiki Bar Open Mic hosted by Nate Comp and Paul Costley. Featured artist each week. Manchester, New Hampshire. Featured artist 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Open mic 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 22: Z0e Knight & Mythical Beasts; Boston Harbor Distiller; 8:00 p.m. 15$ PayPal.me/zoeartemisknight
July 22: Adam Payne; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 22: Gay Perkoski; Valley Pub; Whitinsville, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 22: Jodee Frawlee; T-Bones; Derry, New Hampshire. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 23 Erinn Brown; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 23: Jennifer Tefft solo; Box Seats, North Attleboro, Massachusetts. 7:00 p.m.
July 23: Mike & Missy Unplugged The Steakloft & Grille Northboro, Massachusetts. 7:00 p.m.
July 23: Amy & Rich Acoustic; The Ridge Club.
July 23: Nicole Knox Murphy; Eastern Propane State; Fishercat Stadium; Manchester, New Hampshire. Manchester, New Hampshire. 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
July 23: Jodee Frawlee; Sea ketch; Hampton Beach; Hampton, New Hampshire; 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
July 23: Hammerhead Circus Music Festival; Lebanon, Maine. Continues until July 25.
July 24: “Dave B & the Hot Shots” are at the Waltham Farmer’s Market for a one hour set; at 11:00 a.m. am.
July 24: Gay Perkoski; Cafe Sorrento; Milford, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 24: Jodee Frawlee; Murphy’s Taproom patio; Bedford, New Hampshire. 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
July 24: Keith Crocker; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts
July 24: Jennifer Tefft solo; Franklin Elks, Franklin, Massachusetts. 5:00 p.m.
July 24: Hit Squad; Bentley’s Saloon; Arudel, Maine; 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
July 24: Just Like That; Sundancers.
July 24: Dave Lewis Jazz Trio; P.F. Chang’s; Legacy Place; Dedham, Massachusetts.
July 24: Messy Excuses; Morse Tavern; Natick, Massachusetts; 9:00 p.m.
July 24: Nicole Knox Murphy; Polish American Club; Nashua, New Hampshire. 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
July 24: The Hip Swayers; Douglas Orchard & Farm; Douglas, Massachusetts. 6:00 p.m.
July 25: The Joy Reo Trio (jazz) at Parish Center For The Arts – Westford Common; 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, Massachusetts. 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
July 25: Gay Perkoski; Stone Ridge Grill & Bar; Plainville, Massachusetts. 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
July 25: Jodee Frawlee; Cheers patio; Concord, New Hampshire; 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 25: Zelus Beer Pop Up Beer Garden, Norfolk Town Hill, Norfolk, Massachusetts. 4:00 p.m.
July 25 Soul Box; The Hipshot Band; Rhythm Room Afternoon Concert Series; John Alden Sportsman Club; Plymouth, Massachusetts.
July 25: Just Like That; The Loft.
July 26: Jodee Frawlee; Murphy’s Taproom patio; Manchester, New Hampshire; 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 27: KC’s Rib Shack Tiki Bar Open Mic hosted by Nate Comp and Paul Costley. Featured artist each week. Manchester, New Hampshire. Featured artist 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Open mic 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 27: Jodee Frawlee; Tiki Bar Nashoba Valley Ski Area; Westford, Massachusetts; 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 28: Midtown Horns; Grafton Concert On The Commons; 6:00 p.m
July 29: American Who: Foxboro Concerts On The Common; Foxboro, Massachusetts.
July 29: Jodee Frawlee; 110 Grill; Stratham, New Hampshire; 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 29: Amanda McCarthy: Safehouse; East Greenich, Rhode Island; 8:00 p.m.
.July 30: Amanda McCarthy; Anchorage; Sunapee, New Hampshire; 6:00 p.m.
July 30: Dillan Welch; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 30: Jodee Frawlee; Copper Door; Salem, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 30: Nicole Knox Murphy; Suncook River Family Camp Resort; Suncook, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
July 30: Mass, Autograph; The Vault; New Bedford, Massachusetts; 8:30 p.m.
July 30; Amy & The Soul Stealers; Orleans Town Market.
July 30: Brian Larney Band, 10 Seldon Street – Live Music Venue, Woodbridge, Connecticut; 7:00 p.m.
July 31: Ryan Maher; Hideaway Pub; Salisbury, Massachusetts.
July 31: Amy & Rich Acoustic; 400 East.
July 31: Amanda McCarthy; Eric’s Church; North Windham, Maine; 2:00 p.m.
July 31: Kat Chapman; P.F. Chang’s; Legacy Place; Dedham, Massachusetts.
July 31: Professor Harp; AREA 23; Concord, New Hampshire. .
July 31: American Who; Chop Shop; Seabrook, New Hampshire.
July 31: Jodee Frawlee; Copper Door; Bedford, New Hampshire; 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 31: Walter Sickert & The Army Of Broken Toys, special guest Julie Rhodes; Once: Somerville, Massachusetts. 6:30 p.m. to midnight. Doors: 6:00 p.m.
That’s it for now, folks. Have a fun, safe, celebratory July, and I’ll see you back here for August. My goodness, I hope this whole pandemic thing is finally over or at least taking its curtain call.
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