2022 lineup below, will update with 2023 lineup this summer!
13fifty
We started playing together in November 2005 as a way to help me deal with the loss of my son 1st Lt Derek Hines who was killed in Afghanistan in September 2005. Seventeen years later we are still together and play fundraisers and private party’s in the Newburyport area. We play classic rock, country and many other popular tunes from various genres such as Tom Petty, Lynyrd Skynrd to Imagine Dragons and Jason Aldean.
Performers: Steve Hines guitar and lead singer, Bob Dow Drums, Neal Spinney Bass, John Spinney Lead guitar
Alien Drag
Post genre rock’s noise-laden hook merchants from Boston’s North Shore
Performers: Trent Jones Eric Bibeault Joe Landry Gary Ballard
All Together Now
We are a Beatles cover band, and have played at PF for the past couple of years.
Performers: Dave : guitar Nick : keys Sinclair : Vocals Jim : Bass Rob : Drums
Angry Hill
Original Power Trio Rock Band
Performers: Keith Thomas Denehy – lead Vocals & Guitar Sean Roberts – Drums – Backing Vocals Josh Roberts – Bass – Backing Vocals
Berkshire Valley Boys
Pop, rock , and country from the 40s to present. We also play originals. Five singers, so you never know what’s next.
Performers:
Sean McGuire- acoustic guitar/vocals
Dean Winslow – drums/vocals
Mike Norris – guitar/vocals
Bill Crabtree – guitar/vocals
Jim McCue – bass
Mike McGuire – harmonica/vocals
BlondeDog
We Play Songs We Love Classic Rock, Blues, R&B, Americana, Country. Acoustic or electric, we do it all. BlondeDog is based out of southern NH
Performers: Sherri Humphrey, Lead Vocals, George Humphrey, Guitar, Craig Campbell, Drums, Vocals Steve Straight, Bass, Vocals Sonic, Pink Dog Bone
Bob Kramer Trio
Performing a unique blend of jazz, folk, rock and blues, Beverly-based, rootsy, rockin & blue, the Bob Kramer Trio delivers high-spirited and enthusiastic performances every time they play. Their lively sets are extensive with songs for any age that range from the blues of the Delta to the classic to the Jazz of the streets to their own tasty originals. Trio members are Cynthia Keefe, Al Foucault and Bob “Colorado Bob” Kramer
The band features: Cynthia Keefe – Vocals, percussion Al Foucault – Vocals, bass Bob “Colorado Bob” Kramer – Vocals, guitars, National Steel guitar, mandolin and harmonica
Bon Saints
Bon Saints: Catchy, melodic pop/rock performed acoustically.
Performers: Keith Bonsang / Acoustic Guitar Nino Di Pietro / Acoustic Guitar Donnie Curtin / Percussion
Bon Saints Facebook Page
Bon Saints Reverbnation Page
Spotify
Mona Lisa on YouTube
Boondock Sinners
An acoustic pop duo with strong harmonies across an impressive array of music that crosses many genres from pop, rock, country, & Americana!
Performers: Donna Landry Duffy – guitar & vocals Paul Duffy – guitar, bass, harmonica & vocals
Boondock Sinners Website
Boondock Sinners Facebook
Boondock Sinners Instagram
Suite Judy Blue Eyes
One After 909
Boston Accents
Boston Accents is a three piece fun, danceable classic rock band with with fantastic harmonies. We will be playing all your dance friendly favorite music from all decades. High energy and incredible three part harmonies make for a perfect compliment for any event!
Performers:
Joe Russell – Guitar Vocals
Scott Richards – Drums Vocals Jim “Bo” Sellers – Bass Vocals |
Brian Zudeck
Solo artist: Americana dinner/songwriter/guitarist. I play original songs, as well as alt-country and folk music from Jason Isbell, Chris Stapleton, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, etc.
Cataldo & Clark with Jim Larkin
Classic R&B/Soul (Etta James/Sam Cooke/Ray Charles) with a smattering of Folk & Blues
Performers: Michael Cataldo – Vocals & Guitar Scotty Ray Clark – Vocals & Guitar, Jim Larkin Vocals & Guitar
Charlie Russell & Friends
It’s a party! Fun mix of songs you know (usually with a twist) and Charlie’s originals (usually twisted). Fun originals and covers of songs you love and maybe forget about
Performers: Charlie Russell: vocals and guitar. Chris Manning: drums and percussion. John Reynolds: drums and percussion. Jack Petras: percussion.
Chris Hyde
Chris is a North American songwriter whose catalog of original music has emerged over the last decade. Chris’s songs include ballads of innocence and experience. Chris has performed at Plumfest in 2016, 2017 and 2021, and prior to Event 201, played regularly at open mics across the Merrimack Valley and Seacoast including at The Grog and Thirsty Whale in Newburyport, SKY HI in Amesbury, The Chit Chat Lounge in Haverhill, The Back Page in Lowell and The Press Room in Portsmouth. While traveling, Chris has also performed at Piggy’s in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (twice!) and The Wildcat Inn (Jackson, NH).
Chris O’Donnell
Heavily influenced by the British Invasion the as well as the progressive/alternative genre of the 1970s to present, Chris O’Donnell puts a soothing acoustic spin on six decades of rock-and-roll music. He features refrains from (most) pop rock, instead preferring to acoustically cover deeper cuts, 1980s synth-based songs and reviving those once loved but forgotten and those that connect with people. His influences include Pink Floyd and Muse and everything rock, alt and prog in between. Having stumbled into playing live music by accident in 2010, COD has played the local circuit of pubs and clubs throughout the North Shore on a regular basis the last seven years and has no intention of stopping.
Chris O’Donnell Soundcloud Page
Chris O’Donnell Facebook Page
Colorado Bob
Colorado Bob is a seasoned performer and multi-instrumentalist whose love for the Delta and Piedmont styles resonates through his energetic playing and his rootsy singing. He performs using a variety of instruments to produce their jazzy folk/blues original sound, including slide guitar, National resonator guitar, mandolin and harmonica.
Currier Square
Currier Square is a Haverhill based singer-songwriter folk-rock trio who have been part of the local music scene for many years. They perform original songs from their three released CD’s in addition to select cover songs. Their songs of love, life, people, and the world around us are delivered via signature vocal harmonies riding atop acoustic, electric and bass guitars.
We have performed together in various band iterations since the 1970’s, but today primarily perform at acoustic venues, and feature mostly original songs from our three released CD’s, “Going Home” (2017), “River Town”(2019), and “Full Circle” (2021). Our genre is primarily folk, folk-rock, singer-songwriter with a few covers performed as well.
Performers: Vance Grazio, (vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica), Mark Porro, (vocals, acoustic and electric guitars), Mike LaPierre (bass guitar).
Currier Square Soundclick Page
Facebook Page
This Disease
Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door
Spotify
Cynthia and Kevin
PlumFest founders Cynthia and Kevin are great supporters of our local music scene. The are an acoustic act performing well loved songs from the past, (covering rock to Americana to pop, with a hint of jazz and blues thrown in) along with originals, and some of those are about Plum Island!
Performers: Kevin Kelley, guitar and vocals. Cynthia Keefe, ukulele and vocals.
David Herlihy
Dave Herlihy, lead vocalist and principal songwriter for the legendary Boston band O POSITIVE, came up with more than forty songs during the pandemic…and then he got busy with his friends in the studio. Lunch Records will release Dave’s 5 song EP, “Postcards From Kindergarten (Volume 1)” this summer.
David Herlihy: Vocals and Guitar
Dodging Frogs
Robin Bornstein & Ric Page perform well loved yet seldom heard covers, spanning many genres including blues, jazz & rock along with originals! Something for everyone!
Eli Elkus
Eli Elkus is a traveling musical storyteller, songcraftsman, and folk activist. He began sculpting his craft as a young troubadour fishin’ for songs by the riversides and busking in the streets of New England. It was here that the love of folk music and storytelling found him, connecting with perfect strangers through story and song, weaving merit, meter and melody-making stories that play to each moment, bringing us back to the roots of true folk music – Music for the people, by the people. No frills and no red tape. The sorta thing that just don’t fit in a box. And so it went. The lazy-eyed dreamer and his familiar Bronco the hound wonder wander the US byways bringing folk music to the folks, freewheelin’ in their road sweet home – ‘JeBus’. When they’re not on the road, he and his partner in merriment & songwriting (and pirate journalist storyteller and sacred dancer in her own regard), Lara Wahl, spend their time growin’ gardens and lazy-eyed dreamin’ a slow movin’ dream at their sanctuary in the hills of Western Massachusetts… Just beyond the veil… Get the know about all things singin’, pickin’, & storytelling and sign up for the “Lazy-Eyed Newsletter” by emailing him at [email protected]
Eric Colville
Eric Colville is an award-winning folk-rock songwriter with songs placed on network
television including ABC’s “All My Children.” and PBS “Roadtrip Nation.” Eric has previously performed at the 30A Songwriting Festival and The Kerrville Folk Festival alongside many well-known songwriters including John Oates (Hall & Oates), Shawn Mullins, Gary Louris (Jayhawks), and The Indigo Girls. His third studio album entitled “Philadelphia” was released in January 2022. He plays all original folk-pop-rock.
Fitzsimmons N’ Larkin
Performers: Ryan Fitzsimmons – Guitar, Vocals Jim Larkin, Guitar, Bass, Vocals
Ryan’s Facebook Page
Ryan’s Website
Jim’s Facebook Page
Jim’s Website
Frankie and Johnnie & The Lazy Boyz
Performers: Kenny Dodge – guitar and vocals Schuyler Pearl – voacals Joe Leweck – drums Jon Briggs – bass
Fridays at Walter’s
We are a group of musicians who began playing together 5 years or so ago who have consolidated over time to the current group of 6. We play a mix of musical styles encompassing rock, blues, folk, and pop, from a variety of decades (50’s and on) as well as some more contemporary indie rock.
Performers: Jim Evans – electric guitar Joann Frankhouser – keyboard Howard Gaffin – Bass, acoustic guitar, harmonica Rachel Harris – acoustic guitar Don Maurer – electric lead guitar Leigh Walant – acoustic guitar
Gallerist
The Gallerist is a rock band based on the North Shore of Boston with a sound that has been
compared to the likes of Wilco, My Morning Jacket, and Neil Young. Originally born there, the
Gallerist was described as Philadelphia’s “best kept secret” (WXPN’s the Key) before building a
solid following and sharing the stage with the likes of Laura Marling and Ron Gallo. Since
establishing themselves in the Boston area in 2018, the three-piece has been making a name for
themselves, playing all around the city, the North Shore and beyond. With two releases to their
name so far, the Gallerist’s current lineup, featuring Mike Collins on guitar and lead vocals, Jim
Chekos on bass and Max Monaco on drums, is set to release their Great Escape extended play
this winter, a record that sees the band exploring new sonic territory and expanding their reach
beyond anything they’ve put to tape thus far.
Gallerist’s current lineup, featuring Mike Collins on guitar and lead vocals, Jim Chekos on bass and Max Monaco on drums
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You can find the Gallerist’s music and social links via:
Instagram | Facebook | Spotify | Bandcamp | Video
Gary Shane
The North Shore rocker burst onto the scene 25 long years ago after teaming up with guitarist David Champagne and penning the reggae-informed hit Shadow World for the Shane-Champagne Band, a number that topped the WBCN-FM charts for months in 1979. That was back in the days of skinny ties and power-pop, during the brief era of the so-called new wave, a fabled time when an unsigned, local band could still make it on the strength of a few good tunes and a lot of hustle — even without a marketing plan or a Madison Avenue makeover. And now, three decades later, Gary Shane is still rocking! The band is playing just as hard, but better, and demonstrating again the power of its original musical vision.
Gav N El
diversity in genre
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Performers:
Eloise Kirkpatrick: Guitar and Vocals
Gavin Marengi: Guitar, Harmonica and Vocals |
Geoff and Elaine Duo
Harmony-centric vocal duo performing classics from the Everly Brothers through today.
Performers: Elaine Persons – vocal Geoff Muller – vocal and guitar
Goats on Tour
Acoustic / bluegrass / Irish / folk / fiddle
Performers:
Pam Hallock – fiddle and vocals
Sharon Schoolcraft – vocals
Rob Hallock – guitar and mandolin
Neil Hallock – guitar and vocals
Joe Kessler – fiddle
Good Enough
Husband and wife duo cover songs such as John Prine, Jimmy Buffett, Guy Clark
Performers: Chuck Murray guitars and vocals, Jane Murray vocals
Greg Guba
Solo Acoustic Guitar – Originals/Blues/Classics – experienced solo, duo (and side man) story teller/humorist Original music available on all usual spots on resonator and standard guitar. (CD compilations from Bongo Boy records)
Greg Guba Facebook Page
Greg Guba Soundcamp Page
Greg Guba YouTube Page
She Talks to Angels
Henry McIntyre
Hey Now (Sam, Maddy & Dad)
Acoustic. Old, New & everything in between.
Jamie Cain
I am a solo artist, singer, guitarist and songwriter and I perform covers and some originals when asked. My music is folk style in the same vein as Jason Mraz, John Mayer, Jack Johnson and Ernie Halter. My brand of music is intended to help to bring people together and connect through a message of inclusion.
Jim Larkin
I play guitar and sing, expect a mix of songs from last century, Reggae classics, Americana and Dead tunes. Jim Larkin is a musician and Boston Music Award Nominee 3X over performing regularly throughout New England with Jesse Dee, Spotted Tiger, Danielle M and the Glory Junkies, Ryan Fitzsimmons as well as solo performances. He has shared the stage with Rev. Al Green, The J. Geils Band, Los Lobos, Martin Sexton, Maceo Parker, Etta James, as well as dozens of Boston artists onstage and in the studio since 2002.
Performers: Jim Larkin – Guitars + Vocals (can perform solo as well) Ryan Fitzsimmons – Guitar + Vocals
John Copeland
I am a solo guitar player and singer that has performed in the Metro Boston area for the past 15 years. I perform rock covers from the 1960s to the present with an emphasis on 80s and 90s rock. At my shows, I use a loop pedal and vocal harmonizer to expand my sound. I also have released 2 albums of original rock songs. My song selection includes popular tunes as well as forgotten favorites. There is something for everyone to enjoy in each set. This is my fifth year playing at Plumfest!
John Tagney
I play guitar and sing originals and Classic Rock Covers. I performed PlumFest in 2019 through Kevin Kelley. I was in the Band SteelFingers in the 1990s and released a CD 1998 produced by Copeland Davis and he played keyboards on it. I perform other open mics locally.
Kim Snyder
Hailing from New England, Kim Snyder is an indie-rock singer/songwriter that fuses an eclectic range of influences into a sound defined by intricate guitar arrangements, vocal experimentation, and a healthy heap of jazz infusion. She delivers powerful live performances, marked by a dynamic spectrum of style, emotion, and feel. Kim can be found performing regularly around Boston’s North Shore as well as across New England and the Mid Atlantic (Philly area). In addition to her 2015 and 2016 EP releases, Kim is set to release a series of singles in 2020. The first track ‘In the Habit’ will hit Spring 2020. Kim Snyder’s live performance career started in 1999 and has taken her from iconic fixtures like New York’s CBGB, Boston’s Lizard Lounge and Philly’s Grape Room, to the intimate listening rooms of The Grog, Evolvement Radio, Newburyport Brewing Co. and Riverwalk Brewery in Newburyport, MA. She has also had the privilege of playing Main Stage at a number of regional festivals, such as the Yankee Homecoming (Newburyport, MA) PlumFest (Newbury, MA) Keene Music Festival (Keene, NH) and MusicFest (South Acworth, NH). Kim is also an accomplished visual artist actively producing and selling work.
Lazy Susan
We are a north shore based cover band playing music from the 80’s to today. We have a fun repertoire of songs guaranteed to get everyone on their feet!
Performers
Robin Lang
Sean Curtin Jon Ayers Jay LaBelle |
Lee Biddle
I play old folk/country music. I also play modern day good-time music. I basically play anything that brings a smile to people’s faces. That’s my goal, anyways! I grew up in Newburyport and am excited to be a part of this festival! Peace everyone!
Liz Gemba
Liz has been playing violin since childhood. She is classically trained
and played in the Parkway Concert Orchestra and the Boston University
All-University Orchestra as well as playing weddings and performing in
local churches. Recently, Liz has been branching out and enjoys playing
contemporary music and jamming with other local musicians!
Lucy Fillery
Solo artist featuring originals on piano, cello, voice, percussion and mekodica-indie/alternative/minimalistic)
SOUL, MOTOWN, FUNK, BOSSA NOVA , POP. ROCK, feel good covers |
Mark D Hastings
An accomplished pianist and songwriter, Mark blends Classical, Swing, Boogie, Folk and Pop into original songs about life and relationships.
Mighty Smooth
We are a four person band featuring a guitarist/lead singer, bass, keyboardist, and drummer who play a variety of genres of music including rock, blues, bluegrass, and reggae.
Performers: Jamie Hannon: lead guitar and lead vocals. Jonathan Hamel: bass guitar Chris Mitchel: drums Kevin Morrissey: keys
Muck and the Mires
Boston’s MUCK & THE MIRES were once described as a mix of the 1964 Beatles and The Ramones by legendary Runaways producer Kim Fowley (Fowley went on to produce several of the bands’ records). The group achieved worldwide recognition after they were crowned #1 US Garage Rock Band by LITTLE STEVEN Van Zandt in his battle of the bands on MTV. They have performed coast-to-coast in the USA, UK, EU, South America, Canada, Japan. And they have shared bills with many of their heroes including The Sonics, The New York Dolls, Ray Davies (The Kinks), The Flamin’ Groovies, The Stooges, and even a Beatle – Pete Best! When they are not on the road, you can hear Muck and the Mires being broadcast and streamed everywhere including in SIRIUS XM’s Underground Garage’s where their hit “I’m Your Man” was voted the first “COOLEST SONG IN THE WORLD” of 2021.
Performers: Muck – Rhythm Guitar, Pedro Mire – Lead Guitar Jessie Best – Drums, John Quincy Mire – Bass
Muckie Mittens
Sonically loaded with textural guitars and melodic bass, MUCKIE MITTENS is an Original Indie Rock Band, rooted in 80’s Pop, tangled with a flair for the obscure.
Performers: Sean Hennessy, Deb Valenti, Bob Hoffman, Ralph Gerth
Newbie Stew
3 piece band playing everything from classic rock to funky Ole blues.
Performers: Kevin Ripley: drummer, percussionist and lover. David Zeitlan: guitar, vocals and surfer dude. Gary Bonnell: bass guitar, vocals and head cook and bottle washer
Nick Zaino
Solo singer/songwriter with Americana/rock and roll/country influences. I’ve released two full-length albums, two EPS, and a few singles. Blue Skies and Broken Arrows was nominated Album of the Year, solo category, at the Limelight Magazine Music Awards.
Noella Paige
Hi everyone! I am so excited to be playing at Plum Fest again this year. My name is Ella and I am 18 years old. Writing songs is one of my favorite things to do. I love getting able to perform them and tell stories through music. I play the piano and guitar. Some of my musical inspirations include Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, Gracie Abrams and Phoebe Bridgers! Looking forward to getting to see everyone again!
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Outlet
Mostly original alt rock
Performers: John Badalament – Vocals, Guitar Brian Zampell – Drums Nik Andreas – Guitar Mike Bolton – Guitar Dylan Pfeiffer – Bass
Peter Falabella
I’m a solo singer on acoustic guitar. I play folk covers with a soft spot for John Prine and have a few original songs.
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Rachel Casson
I am a 14 year old singer/songwriter from Newburyport, MA. I perform covers of many genres and original music. Some of my influences are Taylor Swift, Miranda Lambert, and Kelsea Ballerini.
Performer: Rachel Casson : vocals, guitar, keyboard
RevelUp
Classic Rock Cover Band
Performers: Al Marandola -lead vocals, Tim Harris -guitars, Vania O’Connor -lead guitar + vocals, Tom Robertson -rhythm guitar + vocals, Lou Marengi -drums + vocals, Tom Rodgers -bass
Rich Wallace
Classic & Contemporary Acoustical Rock covers from the 60’s to now
Robin Lane
It is what it is…
Performers: Robin Lane guitar, John Pfister bass, Jim Treacy Cajone
Rockwood Taylor
This edgy, genre-fluid Alt-folk/americana trio regales the listener with a collection of rootsy, gutsy, honest songs that transcend boundaries, taking the listener on a gritty journey through our collective human experience. Their debut EP, “Finding Home,” was nominated for 2019 Album of the Year by New England Music Awards.
Performers: Charlie Rockwood- Guitar Lynne Taylor- Piano Kristine Malpica- Cajon
Similar Jones
Similar Jones has been wowing audiences for years with a combined sound that’s bigger than their 7 voices. With a heavy focus on blues and rock, influenced by elements of soul, funk, and jazz, this high-energy vocal band uses a powerful rhythm section and bright background vocals to build the foundation for a wide variety of original songs and creative covers that truly capture the Similar Jones sound: one marked by tight harmonies, intricate rhythms, innovative arrangements, and — most importantly — a rock-solid groove.
Performers, all vocals: Nate Piper, Rob Opdycke, Reena Freedman, Dave Cushing, Mike Stevens, Eric Chung, Jeremy Sacco
Sorry Charlie
Sorry Charlie is a collection of veteran musician songwriters from Newburyport playing original rock. They bring a blend of Americana, folk, pop, and punk influences. Sorry Charlie’s mission is to be a high-energy live ensemble, and collective songwriting team.
Performers:
Patrick Chamberlin: Vocal and Guitar
Fritz Ericson: Guitar and Vocal
Sean Hennessy: Bass and Vocal
Charlie Rockwood Farr: Drums and Vocal
Soulspeed
melodic, funky , jazzy , rock soul, a little bit of everything
Performers:
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Soundbridge Union
Keyboardist/ Vocalist duo playing a mix of adult contemporary covers with sounds of full band and orchestra.
Performers:
Bernadette Curran-Keyboard
Karen Kearley- Vocals |
Southbound Outlaws
Blues rock with elements of traditional country
Performers: Justin Laing – Guitar, Vocals
Jason Novak – Harmonica, Vocals
Matt Morrison – Drums
Cyrus Rogers – Bass
Stephen Perrucci
Excited to be back at Plum Fest! I am a local performer and have played Plum Fest for several years. I perform acoustic covers of a variety of artists from Tom Petty, The Eagles, The Lumineers, Ray Lamontagne, and many more!
Stephen Perrucci YouTube channel
PlumFest 2016
PlumFest 2017
Chasing Cars
Still On The Vine
Performers Cyrus Rogers – Bass Matt Hendrick – Lead Guitar/Vocals Ben Tallman – Keys/Vocals Dave Pierce – Drums Ivan Boles – Guitar
The 7CS
“The 7CS brand of rock ‘n roll is timeless. One could reference Kiss or Aerosmith… Nada Surf or the Screaming Trees… or The Strokes. Their sound has enough breadth to at one moment evoke The Kinks and in the next borrow from The New York Dolls. This style of rock will never go out of style. I recommend that you check them out.”
–George Dow,
THE NOISE BOSTON
Performers: Chris-bass & vocals Jack-guitar & vocals Mike-guitar & vocals Don-keys Dave-drums
The Elegies
We’re an indie rock trio with jangle-pop characteristics.
The Flying Clouds
Pure Rock n’ Roll. We went last year as Shays’ Rebellion but we’re even better now.
Performers: Ben Swartz-Vocals, rhythm guitar, harmonica Ian Laczynski-Lead guitar, vocals Kenny Allison-Drums Kevin Hardin-Bass, Vocals
The Jonee Earthquake Band
For over 40 years The Jonee Earthquake band has been a staple of the New England music scene. With songs that traverse multiple genres of Surf, punk, rockabilly and even some pedal steel driven honky tonk. Jonee’s energetically fun performance is always appreciated and enjoyed by all ages. Think, Field of Dreams, if he plays it they will come.
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Performers:
Jonee: guitar, pedal steel, vocals
Lee: Bass Pat: Drums |
The Lemon Tree Project
Contemporary and classic Rock / Folk rock. Probably mostly influenced by old and new folk music and flavoring it with some contemporary influences. Lots of talent spanning many years. The band is an extended family band so there are many players including guitar, keyboards, banjo maybe mandolin, Bass, violin, and who knows what else!
Performers: Erin, Dylan, Dan, Evan, Paige, Emily and father time
The MCats Band
Rock n Roll Covers
Performers: Jon Oltsik, rhythm guitar and harmonica Paul Greenspan, lead guitar Eamon Tighe, bass Erik Heels, keyboards Josh Stein, Drums Bob Adams, Saxaphone
The Melted Chapstixs
Four piece band playing Glam Rock and Classic Rock
Performers: Frankie Hollywood Guitar Vocals Kilroy White Lead guitar Dave Drums
The Mermaids
All-female indie-folk trio hailing from Plum Island and Midcoast Maine. Songs of the sea, three part harmony, and lots of fun! We play a mix of traditional sea shanties, folk covers, and original songs.
Performers: Anna Jones – Guitar and Vocals Allie Willenbrink – Keyboard and Vocals Kristin Belk – Auto-harp and Vocals
The Milkhouse Heaters
Ex-Rockers from the Boston music scene, Mike and Jan Sheehy settled in Bellows Falls, VT where the humble seeds of The Milkhouse Heaters were planted. Weaving tall tales and sad stories of the sometimes comical and tragic human condition, their music has been described as being like Emmy Lou Harris and Gram Parsons meets Chrissie Hynde and Joey Ramone. With powerful dual vocals, driving acoustic guitar and thumping bass, as well as harmonica and the occasional kazoo, The Milkhouse Heaters have a unique sound all their own which they describe as Americana Folk Punk. Mike and Jan have shared stages with Billy Bragg, Fred Eaglesmith, and The Black Crowes, and have been featured on compilation CD’s with G. Love and Jack Johnson, as well as Burning Spear, and others. They have licensed music to ABC and ESPN.
The Nonplussed
The Nonplussed is your annual PlumFest “Party On The Basin-front” band. Don’t miss this group’s omni-dimensional blending of sounds as they traverse across decades of classic and deep covers mixed with our own multinational hits. Fans of classic rock, pop, indie, folk, and fun – swing by to catch this friendly act as the waves roll by in the background.
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Performers:
Charlie Sea, Paul Eno, Kiril Too Real, Skinny Mike, and Ned Needlebender perform rotationally across acoustic, electric, and lap steel guitars, bass, banjo, mandolin, and drums
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The Pathological Outliars
Playing all of your favorites such as the Beatles, Stones, Tom Petty, Pretenders, Steve Earle, Cheap Trick, Eddie Cochran, Cash, Clash, and the Lemonheads all with a garage rock twist.
Performers: Craig Douglas on the drums, Ed Cameron on rhythm vocals and guitar, Eric Gootkind on lead guitar and back up vocals, Peter Larsen on bass guitar and back up vocals, Sunny Douglas on vocals and bass guitar and a mean cowbell.
The Rolling Who
The Rolling Who is a Boston-based cover band that draws a lot of its material from the 1960s British Invasions as well as pop and rock hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Influences include Oasis, David Bowie, The Kinks, The Beatles, The Who, The Jam and the Beach Boys (to name a few).
Band members are: Jerry Powers – lead vocals and bass John Doucet – lead guitar Ted Doyle – rhythm guitar Michelle Kimball – lead and backing vocals, percussion Chris Coyle – drums
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Let’s Dance Event
Petrock Fundraiser
Bowie Tribute Show
Menotomy Grille gig
Harwichport Spindrift Lounge
The Spaceheaters & Friends
Performers: Tom Zack – Guitar & Vocals Bob Singer – Guitar & Vocals Bert Snow – Bass Paul Reynolds – Keyboards Neal Stockwell – Drums & Vocals Carole Stockwell – Vocals
The Strays
A cool mix of the best covers you won’t hear from the others, from 70s to 00s. Covering the road-not-typically-taken vibes of Collective Soul, Del Amitri, Radiohead, Oasis, Cake, Counting Crows, and Stones, U2, Chris Isaac. Add a pinch of country, a slice of funk, and stir vigorously.
Performers: John Lannon, Drums Afshin Moshrefi, Bass Bob McRaven, lead guitar Rich Morse, 12 String guitar Tom Tolley, vocals Ed Morse, keyboard
The Strungout Playboys
Acoustic based roots rock/bluegrass/folk/original act. We all grew up on listening to rock n roll and blues and even AM radio and then FM and what later be called classic rock. We draw from all that and more! We even play Irish music upon request.
Performers: Glen Ahearn- acoustic 6 string guitar Joe Geary- banjo, mandolin and harps John DiTomaso- ukulele, melodica, foot stomp Tony Gallo- bass We all sing lead and harmony, call and response/shout !!!!
The UU Ukes
Ukulele band with nearly twenty members who plays and sings rock and traditional music.
Tom Hoatson and The Traveling Newburys
Performers: Tom Hoatson: vocals, guitar, harmonica Kim Hoatson: vocals Zack Hoatson: lead guitar, vocals Casey Hoatson: vocals John “Jaco” Sarkis: lead guitar Bahama Bob Sloane: cajon drum
Tony Marrese
Singer Songwriter with blues rock influences along with instrumental guitar arrangements.
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Performer: Tony Marrese – Guitar and vocals
Twice Lucky
Twice Lucky is a five-piece classic rock and blues band from Rowley MA who play covers from a variety of artists that include among others, Muddy Waters, J. Giles, Tom Petty, Treat Her Right and Rusty Zinn.
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Unnamed Colors
Unnamed Colors features fiery progressive songwriting, engaging performances, and a powerful sound all their own. This unexpected group of four lifelong musicians hails from Plum Island, Massachusetts. In their debut album, Be Where I Am, they explore themes of humanity and connection, teasing the lines between light and dark, sweet and bitter, feathers and lead.
Performers: Sierra Partlan – vocals & piano Andrew Aghababian – guitar Jay Partlan – drums Michael Martel – bass
“Unnamed Colors are a breath of fresh air on the current Boston music scene” – Brian Owens, Metronome Magazine
“A swirling, easy-on-the-ears mixture of art-rock songwriting” Newburyport Magazine – spring 2020 edition
Unnamed Colors Facebook Page
Unnamed Colors website
Unnamed Colors Music Page
Unnamed Colors Spotify Page
Warthog
Acoustic (or electric) covers of classic RAMONES and other easy listening punk rock.
Performers
Mike Bellofatto – Vocals
Chris Paglia – Bass, Vocals Paul Marchant – Guitar (Maybe Drums??) – Eric Rogers |
Way to the River
West Newbury based classic rock cover band, we have been playing the North Shore for 14 years and this will be our 6th time playing PlumFest
Performers: Tim Guldemond (vocals and guitar), Tim McCafferty (vocals and bass), David Danis (guitar), Mitch Getchell (drums), Marc Abatiell (drums), Ron Delp (vocals and bass)
Welterweight
Performers: Doug Cowan, guitar/vocals