2024 Line-up
Alien Drag
| Alien Drag comes in peace. They mean no harm.
These noise-laden hook merchants inadvertently crash-landed their intergalactic shuttle on Boston’s Northshore, and are now unable to escape Earth’s strong gravitational pull. Strong, that is, compared to their home planet’s. But, do not despair. In addition to spending their time assimilating to Earth’s customs, they also created “sound assemblages” in their spare time – just like they did back home. First came the sound assemblage album, Escape From Alpha. Next came three sound assemblage singles: “Lucky Trousers,” “RockMore,” and “Kiss Your Trash.” Relax, and take it all in. Consider it all a goodwill gesture. A peace offering, if you will, from Alien Drag to the planet Earth. It sounds just like it used to on the bridge of their Scrumbleship, as they traversed the galaxies. Earth-based reactions to Escape From Alpha: First of all: PLAY LOUD. Second of all, don’t listen to this collection expecting something either completely serious and conventional or something reputably avant-garde and somewhat boring. This is a curious mix of punk rock conventions yoked to bizarre, Queen-like grandiosity… ” “After repeated listenings, you’ll agree, Escape from Alpha proves to be a diamond in the rough from a very clever quartet of rockers.” “I love it, good music…” |
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T-J0N35 (Trent Jones): Guitars, Vocals, Systems Engineering
E-81834ULT (Eric Bibeault): Guitars, Vocals, Diplomacy J-L4NDR7 (Joe Landry): Bass, Circuit Analysis G-84LL4RD (Gary Ballard): Drums, Propulsion Systems |
Angry Hill
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Boston Based Original Rock Band
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Performers:
Keith Thomas Denehy – lead Vocals & Guitar
Sean Roberts – Drums – Backing Vocals
Josh Roberts – Bass – Backing Vocals
Animal Farm
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Young people playing rock ‘n’ roll with blues
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Apollo’s Diner
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We are an electric inde/Alternative rock band ages 22-18 from Newburyport. We mostly consist of 3 core members, although we can play with up to 5. We are flexible and can play almost any genre and fit to any mold! We can play acoustic if need be with 3 members or play with a full band electric. Although we don’t have any official releases we played a show at NBPT brewing co and we packed the place out! We love to preform and play music, we play with our hearts on our sleeves!
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Griffin Coir (vox) Aiden Reilly (Guitar) Finn Whalen (Guitar) Possible additional members are: Jae Lee (Drums) Ibo Sava (Bass) |
BlondeDog
We are a 4 piece band, that have the thrill of recently announcing an addition of a husband and wife team that plays exceptional keyboards and flute
We play Classic Rock, Blues, R&B, Americana, Country, either acoustic or electric.
Performers:
Sherry Humphry – Lead Singer
George Humphry – Guitar and vocals
Steve Straight – Bass and vocals
Craig Campbell – Drums and vocals
Paul Thompson – Keyboards and vocals
Mayellen Thompson – Flute
Boondock Sinners
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Acoustic pop, rock, country and Americana featuring heavenly harmonies to songs you know and love!
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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 3-piece Rock N Roll Band with great harmonies. We play all kinds of music spanning decades from the 60’s to today performing your favorite fun, danceable classic rock tunes.
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Scott Richards – Drums, Vocals
Jim Sellers – Bass, Vocals Joe Russell – Guitar, Vocals |
Cataldo & Clark
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We play a blend of acoustic soul & R&B (Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, Etta James) plus contemporary artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Van Morrison, and Leon Russell.
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Michael Cataldo – Vocals/Guitar
Scotty Ray Clark – Vocals/Guitar
Jim Larkin – Bass
Wayne Benham – Harmonica
Charlie and the Hustle
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Rocking covers and originals to get you dancing in the street!
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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.
Life is a song we all sing along to! Original song by Kevin Kelley
Everlovin’ Rosie
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Everlovin’ Rosie is a local acoustic duo featuring husband John and wife Tina Robillard. John & Tina are natives to the area and are known to draw a following with Thier raw, unique sound & connected energy.
With influences from all decades and genres, they bring a sentimental & authentic delivery that is heartfelt! Performers:
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Frankie and Johnnie & The Lazy Boyz
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A tight four piece band with a mix of originals and covers, leaning towards classic country, rockabilly, rock and fun !!
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Kenny Dodge – Guitar, vocals
Schuyler Pearl – Vocals, percussion Joe Leweck – Drums, backing vocals John Briggs – Bass |
Fridays at Walter’s
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We play a bit of everything from the 50’s to more current music, capturing some blues, folk, country and classic rock n roll.
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Jim Evans – guitar
Joann Frankhouser – keyboard Howard Gaffin – bass, guitar, mandolin Don Maurer – lead guitar Leigh Walant – guitar |
Fridays at Walters
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We have eclectic tastes and play music from the 50’s to current artists. That said, you’ll likely hear music representing the blues, rock, folk, and indie genres, with some occasional country thrown in for fun!
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Gavin Marengi Band
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Gavin Marengi Band is 5 piece country/alt-country act that is mostly original. Gavin is quickly gaining popularity in the local music scene. visit www.gavinmarengi.com for more info.
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Goats on Tour
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Acoustic folk / fiddle / bluegrass / Irish
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Pam Hallock – fiddle and vocals
Rob Hallock – guitar, mandolin, vocals Sharon Schoolcraft – vocals Joe Kessler – fiddle Neil Hallock – guitar and vocals |
Greg Guba
Experienced Solo Acoustic Resonator and Acoustic guitar performer (American Blues Country Original genres) teacher and storyteller
Currently resides in Arizona
Hey Now
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Acoustic: Old, New & everything in between
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Higher Rock Band
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Just some friends rocking out Christian prayer and worship music to our Lord and Savior JESUS.
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Hyperdrive
We are a Newburyport based, high school band covering rock songs from the 80’s, 90’s, and 00’s.
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Cedar Schumacher – Guitar
Bay Schumacher – Vocals, Bass Gabe Nelson – Drums, Backup Vocals |
Jim Gould & Friends
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Host of Newburyport Brewing Company Presents: Wednesday Night Music Club, Jim plays a variety of music styles. The Music Club connected him to so many great players, of so many styles. The Tap Room vibe was magic. Let’s see what happens on the island
at Plumfest ’24!! |
Jim Larkin
Jim Larkin is a bassist, drummer, solo performer. With over 30 years of performance experience, Jim has performed in 11 countries with dozens of touring and recording artists. A founding member of Jesse Dee’s studio and live ensemble, Jim stays busy making music throughout New England with Danielle M and the Glory Junkies, Spotted Tiger, Ryan Fitzsimmons, Ben Rudnick and Friends 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. Expect a mix of songs from last century, Reggae classics, Americana and Dead tunes.
Performers: Jim Larkin – Guitars + Vocals (can perform solo as well) Ryan Fitzsimmons – Guitar + Vocals
John “Tags” Tagney
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Local singer/songwriter who played in Band “Steel Fingers” in the 1990’s and released a CD in 1998. New CD out soon. Plays originals and Rock Covers.
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Jonee Earthquake Band
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SURF MUSIC – ROCKABILLY – COUNTRY – GARAGE ROCK
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JONEE-GUITAR- guitar & pedal steel
LEE LAMONTAGNE- bass PAT McCROIN- drums |
YouTube Video Live in Manchester NH
Jonny Deups
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I’ve been playing my original music around this area for 15 years, with guitar and vocals
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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!
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Robin Lang – keys and vocals
Sean Curtin – drums and vocals Jon Ayres – Guitar Jay LaBelle – Bass |
Facebook Video of American Girl
Lee Biddle
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I play acoustic folk/country/rock as a solo artist. I am a singer-songwriter and I have played Plum Fest before and it is the best!
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Lee Biddle Music Facebook Page
YouTube: When the Cold Wind Blows
YouTube: Lonesome Whistle Blues
Lemon House
Acoustic Duo. Classic covers with tight vocal harmonies.
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Lynda DeNardo, vocals
John DeNardo, guitar and vocal harmonies |
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!
Mirth
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Intergalactic party music
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Muckie Mittens
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Muckie Mittens is an originals Indie Rock band, rooted in 80’s pop tangled with a flair for the obscure, Muckie Mittens is influenced by bands such as Yo La Tengo, Psychedelic Furs, Smashing Pumpkins and Joy Division.
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Sean Hennessy- Guitar & Vocals
Deb Valenti- Bass & Vocals Ralph Gerth- Lead Guitar Bob Hoffman- Drums |
Pathological Outliars
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Playing all of your favorites such as the Stones, Loretta Lynn, Petty, Pretenders, Steve Earle, Eddie Cochran, Patti Smith, Cash, Clash, T. Rex, Bowie and the Beatles all with a garage rock twist.
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Craig Douglas on the drums
Ed Cameron on rhythm guitar and vocals Eric Gootkind on Teleblaster lead guitar and back up vocals Peter Larsen on bass guitar and back up vocals Sunny Douglas on bass guitar and vocals and a mean cowbell. |
Peregrine Dream
Peregrine Dream is a four-piece band comprised of vocals, vocal harmonies, acoustic/electric guitar, keyboard/piano, bass guitar, and drums. We play a mix of original and relevant cover material. Our cover material is best described as a modern take on songs which appeal to us, but also appeal to a wider audience. We’ve covered Counting Crows, Bob Marley, Tom Petty, John Mayer, Old Crow Medicine Show, Bruno Mars, Maroon 5 and REM in the past and are always working on expanding our set list.
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Ty- guitar
Caleb-guita/vocal
Paul- keyboard/vocal
Dalton- bass/sax
Trevor- drums
Phall Roots
We love playing music, we play all year long at the local venues.
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Jonny Deuplisea – guitar and vocals
Patrick hall – guitar and vocals Will – saxophone Liz Gemba- violin Instagram’s
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Rebel Lane
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Covers of 80’s 90’s rock.
Fun upbeat songs! Performers:
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Revel Up
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We are a local cover band playing classic rock, new rock, pop, and more. We have a large following in the area!
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Vania O’connor – lead guitarist, violin, mandolin, vocals
Al Marandola – lead singer Lou Marengi – drums, vocals Tim Harris – rhythm guitar, vocals Tom Robertson – acoustic guitar, trombone, vocals Tom Rodgers – bass, vocals Marc Boisverts – harmonica, vocals |
Robin Lane
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Americana/folk/punk/rock
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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
Ruckus
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Ruckus is a local four-piece garage/punk rock band.
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Salty Side Down
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Salty Side Down is a cover band from the North Shore who pride ourselves in playing classic rock from ZZ Top, Queen, AC/DC, Billy Squier and many others. We’ve been together since 1999 and have played countless bars, clubs, weddings, parties, and fundraisers all over New England.
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Shorty Hill
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I grew up in Newburyport, though I now divide my time between my home in Newburyport and my farm in Costa Rica. I formed Newburyport’s very first vocal rock band The Shadows way back in 1964. In the 70’s I was a staple at the Grog (et al) with Shorty Hill & The Longhaulers. These days I mostly perform solo, vocal and electric guitar. I present an eclectic style featuring blues, rock, swing, country, featuring interesting covers and originals.
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Similar Jones
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Similar Jones is a high-energy vocal band, primarily rock and soul and influenced by elements of blues, funk, and jazz. Our repertoire consists of cover songs from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and today, and includes a growing number of original tunes. The Jones sound is marked by tight harmonies, intricate rhythms, innovative arrangements, and — most importantly — by a rock-solid groove.
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Performers, all vocals: Nate Piper, Rob Opdycke, Reena Freedman, Dave Cushing, Mike Stevens, Eric Chung, Jeremy Sacco
SlackWater Cowboys
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The SlackWater Cowboys are the Northshores premier “
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Sonic Cellar
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New wave, post-punk, and indie covers from a Natick cellar.
Exuberant covers of iconic new wave, post-punk, and indie bands. CBGBs from a suburban cellar, an early ‘80s MTV revival, a favorite mixtape rediscovered. Performers:
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Sorry Charlie
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Original rock and roll.
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Performers:
Pat Chamberlin Guitar and Vocals
Charlie Rockwood Farr Drums and Vocals
Fritz Erickson Guitar and Vocals
Sean Hennessy Bass and Vocals
Talented High School Cover Bands from Zach Field Drums and Music
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Zach Field Drums and Music of Newburyport and Amesbury has been coaching and instructing youth the art and love of music for over a decade. We have a few very talented high school student bands that are coached weekly by our professional music teachers on putting together a strong list of rock cover songs. These bands are ready for gigs! These bands have gig experience and we want to show them that they can hang with adult bands!
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The Basin Boys
Formerly “Don’t Call Me Shirley”, we play wicked fun music the we all grew up with.
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The Better Things
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The Better Things, are four like-minded alternative/progressive/
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The Elegies
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Our sound is best described as jangle goth or the feelings you have while watching The Adventures of Pete & Pete.
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The 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, Jason Isbell 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, released their third extended play in May. Co-produced, recorded and mixed by Benny Grotto (Ben Folds, Magnetic Fields, Amanda Palmer, Ballroom Thieves) Great Escape is a record that sees the band exploring new sonic territory and expanding their reach beyond anything they’ve put to tape thus far.
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Mike Collins- guitar and lead vocals
Jim Chekos- bass
Max Monaco- drums
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You can find the Gallerist’s music and social links via:
Instagram | Facebook | Spotify |
The Mermaids
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The Mermaids are a captivating trio hailing from Midcoast Maine. Their music takes listeners on a dreamy, theatrical, and fun adventure at sea, blending rich three-part vocal harmony with a modern folk sensibility to deliver fresh takes on sea shanties, covers, and original songs.
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Mary Fairfield – Vocals, Guitar, Percussion
Arla Jean Gray – Vocals, Ukulele, Percussion Anna Jones – Vocals, Guitar, Ukulele, Autoharp |
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
The Rolling Who Facebook page
Let’s Dance Event
Petrock Fundraiser
Bowie Tribute Show
Menotomy Grille gig
Harwichport Spindrift Lounge
The Satellite Repairmen
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We are a Newburyport based band and play an eclectic mix of melodic rock and roll, perfect for a beautiful Fall afternoon. Chris Isaac, Radiohead, U2, Donovan, The Verve Pipe, Dishwalla, Marvin Gaye, Counting Crows, etc! All your favorites you won’t hear elsewhere!
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Performers:
Tom Tolley – Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Afshin Moshrefi – Bass
John Reynolds – Drums
Jack Petras – Percussion
Matthew Tolley – Lead Guitar, Vocals
The Substance
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Eccentric rock ‘n’ roll band with theatrical, original songs mixed with other craziness
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The Tim’s Heart Band
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Three late blooming musicians playing songs we love (country, blues and folk). Our band name comes from the name of the donor to our lead guitarist, who is a heart transplant recipient.
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Tom Hoatson and The Traveling Newburys
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Local Plum Island based band known for engaging the crowd and providing a fun time for all.
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Tom Hoatson: guitar, vocals, harmonica
Kim Hoatson: vocals, tambourine John Sarkis: lead guitar |
Unnamed Colors
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Unnamed Colors is carving a new niche in rock with their genre-bending “progressive meets jazz/piano pop” sound. This dynamic group of four lifelong musicians hails from an island off the coast of Massachusetts, and for over five years they have engaged audiences around the region with expressive, fiery songwriting that is full of surprises.
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Sierra Partlan – Vocals / Keys
Andrew Aghababian – Guitar Michael Martel – Bass Jay Partlan – Drums |
“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 Spotify Page
Way to the River
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Classic rock cover band covering a huge variety of music from the 60’s to present together for 15 years and based out of West Newbury
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David Danis, guitar
Tim Guldemond, guitar and vocals Mike Shields, bass and vocals Marc Abatiell, drums |
