The Music Makers (Schedule Too!!!)
06.16
2010
PB & J
July 8, 2010- The three part harmonies of Brad Martin, Joe Long, and Pat Long will have you singing along with favorite songs from CSNY to Grateful Dead, and Sister Hazel to Los Lonely Boys! This trio appeals to all generations of music lovers! Don’t miss these amazing acoustic musicians! (6:30pm) (Opener: John Malloy)
July 15, 2010- Singer/songwriter Martin England has fronted Pondering Judd for 17 years running. In spring 2009, he signed on with Lost Sailor Records and his debut solo album is set for release in fall 2010. England writes in the song-first tradition forged by the likes of Steve Earle, Gram Parsons and Johnny Cash. His songs are emotionally-charged, fueled by rich personal anecdotes, and his lyrics swarm the senses and rouse the imagination with their lucid imagery. (6:30pm) (Opener: Molly Mugford)
July 23, 2010 (FRIDAY NIGHT!)- Grew up in Maine. Lives in Texas. Writes songs. Makes Records. Travels around. Tries to be good. This South Berwick native turned Texan, is an internationally known and respected songwriter and musician. Slaid’s latest CD, Everything You Love Will Be Taken Away, was released last year. Come out and hear his much-anticipated, new songs! Discover why reviewers have called him “one of the best singer/songwriters in the country”. (6:30pm) (Opener: James Gilmore)
Susie Burke and David Surette with Kent Allyn
July 29, 2010- Susie and David have made a name for themselves as one of the finest acts on the lively New England folk scene. Together since 1988, they have built a steady following for their own blend of contemporary, traditional, and original folk and acoustic music. Burke’s vocal style is at once stunning and heartfelt, and is matched by Surette’s fluid fretwork. Both are well-respected within the folk music community, as is demonstrated by the fact that they have appeared as backing musicians on numerous recordings. Accomplished local favorite, Kent Allyn will accompany David and Susie for this show! (6:30pm) (Opener: Lisa Graichen and Alex Karosis)
Sobopalooza
Aug 5, 2010-It’s the third annual celebration of young musical talent on the HSN stage! This one-of-a-kind night of performances is by kids, for kids, of kids, and adults will love it. Come hear everything from rock to soul to folk to blues! You’ll be amazed by the talents of these young musicians! (Special time: 5pm- dark)
Aug 12, 2010-Rhythm Method has been entertaining a wide variety of audiences since 1997! The band’s success and longevity is due to the professionalism that they bring to each and every gig, as well as their commitment to the music they are performing. The band has played clubs, restaurants, theaters, festivals, wedding receptions, backyard parties, college functions, company parties, cruises, camps, ski- jumping exhibitions, fund raisers, pig roasts, motorcycle rallies, country bandstands/gazebos, and will play most any other occasion you can think of! (6:30pm) (Opener: Rico Fabello)
Aug 19, 2010-Wooden Eye started out as a recording project, but turned into a band along the way. Wooden Eye is a collaboration of veteran musicians from the New England area. Turning out everything from beautiful traditional ballads to crash-and-burn roots rock, this band is pure Americana. Influenced by folks like the Tarbox Ramblers and Ray Wylie Hubbard, Bob Halperin and the Bullfrog intertwine Country and Blues licks to produce everything from the sublime to the nasty. All of this is supported by the rock solid rhythm section of Joe Rogers and Dan MacLellan. (6:15pm) (Opener: Jamie Meader)
2009
July 2, 2009- Slaid Cleaves Band (Americana) This South Berwick native turned Texan, is an internationally known and respected songwriter and musician. Slaid’s new CD, Everything You Love Will Be Taken Away, is in production. Come out and hear his much-anticipated, new songs! Discover why reviewers have called him “one of the best singer/songwriters in the country”. Opener: Dan Blakeslee
** In case of rain, concert is in Marshwood High School**
July 9, 2009- High Range (bluegrass) High Range, a roots/folk/bluegrass group, highlights original music with a mix of cover songs on guitar, upright bass, mandolin, fiddle, banjo and drums. They’ve got national acclaim and are a load of fun. Opener: James Gilmore (Marshwood High School grad)
July 16, 2009- Joyce Andersen with Brian Killough (roots, traditional rockin Joyce Andersen is respectful of tradition but throwing genre to the wind. She glides effortlessly between traditional & contemporary songs and fiddle tunes. She will be joined by local musician Brian Killough.
Openers: Isa Burke & Lina Tullgren (Marshwood High School)
July 23, 2009- Chronic Jazz Syndrome (jazz. Obviously) This six-piece act has been playing together for years now, mixing modern pop and rock covers with old blues and jazz standards. In a single set, guests can hear arrangements of Stevie Wonder, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Horace Silver, Sheryl
Crow and others. Opener: Noah Landis (Berwick Academy)
July 30, 2009- Mango Groove (steel drums) Called New Hampshire;’s best steel band by New Hampshire Magazine, Mango Groove is an authentic steel band featuring the uplifting Caribbean sound of traditional steel pans. The ensemble consists of a full range of steel pans — lead pan, alto pans, guitar pans and bass pans — as well as a conventional drum set and traditional percussion instruments. Opener: Amelia Hazen (Berwick Academy)
Aug. 6, 2009- Sobopalooza! (acoustic, electric – You name it, you’ll hear it!) It’s the second annual celebration of young musical talent on the HSN stage! This one-of-a-kind night of performances is by kids, for kids, of kids, and adults will love it. Come hear everything from rock to soul to folk to blues! You’ll be amazed by the talents of these young musicians! This show runs from 5 pm – Dark!
Aug. 13, 2009- Baby Grand (classic rock) – Baby Grand, back by popular demand, is a function band that can move through a broad spectrum of musical styles, including R&B, Jazz, Classic Rock and Pop without compromising authenticity or energy. Check out one of their tracks here. Opener: Avalon (Berwick Academy)
Aug. 20, 2009- PB & J (acoustic classic & modern covers) The three part harmonies of Brad Martin, Joe Long, and Pat Long will have you singing along with favorite songs from CSNY to Grateful Dead, and Sister Hazel to Los Lonely Boys! This trio appeals to all generations of music lovers! Don’t miss these amazing acoustic musicians! Opener: Taygra Longstaff (Marshwood High School) This show begins at 6 pm!
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