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SUMMARY:Grace Morrison House Concert\, Erin Ash Sullivan opening
DESCRIPTION:SAILING INTO SONG INVITES YOU TO OUR NEXT CONCERT IN 2025!\nSUNDAY\, March 9\, 2025  2:00 PM\, Newton\, MA\n \nGRACE MORRISON with Erin Ash Sullivan opening\nGrace Morrison Grace Morrison Website\nGrace Morrison is many things — a singer\, songwriter\, a mom\, Renaissance Faire performer\, and yes\, even a cranberry grower. She pursues each with an uplifting attitude and authentic enthusiasm. It leaves an impact on her audiences\, creating an emotional bond that’s both enduring and engaging. It’s the mark of an exceptional artist that finds her listeners leaving her shows feeling like they’ve found a new friend\, met a kindred spirit and connected with someone who has engaged them with touching tunes\, gentle humor and remarkable stories that resonate and reflect true life experiences. Listen to these songs: How Bad I Want This\,  Oblivion\n\nErin Ash Sullivan Erin Ash Sullivan Website\nErin Ash Sullivan is an award-winning singer-songwriter from Harvard\, Massachusetts. Her music—sometimes heartfelt\, sometimes funny— reflects a deep sense of place\, and her lyrics are always authentic and drawn from her lived experience. Her 2024 release\, Signposts and Marks\, debuted at #4 on the FAI Folk DJ chart\, and Americana UK describes her as “a songwriter of the highest order.” Listen: Rest Stop Bird\nSUGGESTED DONATION = $25. ALL DONATIONS GO TO THE PERFORMERS!\nIf you would like an invitation to this concert\, please send your name and email to: sailingintosong@gmail.com
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/grace-morrison-house-concert-erin-ash-sullivan-opening/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:House Concert
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SUMMARY:Alastair Moock with Maxfield Anderson
DESCRIPTION:Alastair Moock started performing in 1995\, moving from his home outside New York City to the folk haven of Boston\, Massachusetts. After working his way up through the local coffeehouse and club circuit\, he began touring the U.S. and Europe\, eventually graduating to renowned events like the Newport Folk Festival and Norway’s Bergen Music Fest and opening for national acts like Arlo Guthrie\, Taj Mahal\, Ramblin’ Jack Elliot\, Bill Morrissey\, and Greg Brown. In 2007 he was nominated for a Boston Music Award for Outstanding Singer-Songwriter of the Year. The Boston Globe called him “one of the town’s best and most adventurous songwriters” and The Washington Post declared “every song a gem.”\nHe’ll be joined by Maxfield Anderson on mandolin\, banjo\, and guitar. \nFollen Folk Nights is located within the historic Follen Church in Lexington\, Massachusetts. Our venue offers a unique and intimate setting for music lovers. Our octagonal sanctuary\, renowned for its excellent acoustics\, hosts a diverse range of performances from both emerging and established artists. We are committed to providing great experiences for both our audience and the musicians who grace our stage. Join us for a memorable musical experience in a special space. \nTickets and more info available at follenfolknights.org \n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/alastair-moock-with-maxfield-anderson/
LOCATION:Follen Folk Nights\, Lexington MA\, 755 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Coffeehouse,Concert,Multi-instrumentalist,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T213000
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse February\, 2025 Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is proud to present its February\, 2025 Showcase. The performers are Sal Liberto\, Bob Kramer with David Medvitz\, Alan Foucault and Cynthia Keefe and Kevin Kelley\, who are performing as a duo.  We have a group of very talented musicians this month which will make for a very entertaining show.  Each performer will do about a 30 minute set.The event is free but donations will be gratefully accepted and we will be offering refreshments with all the proceeds going to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.\n\nThe event will also be livestreamed on the North Reading Community Coffeehouse Facebook page and on the YouTube channel the following day! \nWe are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  We start at 6:30.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-february-2025-showcase/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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SUMMARY:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse Performing Artist Series Presents Don White
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse Performing Artist Series is proud to welcome back singer/songwriter\, humorist and author\, Don White on Saturday\, January 25 at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.)  The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is located in the Activity Room at the Flint Memorial Library\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA. There is a suggested donation of $20 and seats can be reserved by emailing Nrcoffeehouse@gmail.com. \nDon White is equal parts storyteller-comedian-author-troubadour-folk singer-songwriter\, and has been bringing audiences to laughter and tears for 30 years. White’s arc as an award-winning songwriter and performer has taken him from his industrial hometown of Lynn\, MA across the country as hitchhiker\, through Boston’s comedy clubs and coffeehouses\, and onto the stage with greats like Arlo Guthrie\, Taj Mahal\, Ritchie Havens\, Patty Larkin\, Bill Morrissey\, Tom Rush\, Louden Wainright III\, and Christine Lavin\, with whom he toured for 8 years all across North America in a co-bill called The Funny Side of the Street. At every point\, White has been the ultimate observer\, infusing his work with his experiences as a husband\, a father\, a seeker\, and a joker. \nWhite has released ten CDs\, three live DVDs\, and an two books: Memoirs of a C Student and the recently released The Hitchhiking Years and 4 Other Stories. His latest album is Live at the Guthrie Center\, available now. In 2011\, he won the Jerry Christen Memorial Award\, given out by Boston Area Coffeehouse Association\, for his work with the community\, and that same year was given a key to the city in his hometown of Lynn\, Massachusetts. \nPlease join Don White for what is sure to be a very entertaining evening!
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/the-north-reading-community-coffeehouse-performing-artist-series-presents-don-white/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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SUMMARY:FSSGB Annual Members' Concert
DESCRIPTION:The annual FSSGB members’ concert is always a popular event. Our members perform songs which range from traditional ballads to original compositions\, and from instrumental to a cappella pieces. Some of the instruments that have been played at this concert in the past include violin\, cello\, banjo\, mandolin\, guitar\, bass\, keyboard and concertina. Some FSSGB members who have performed at this event have gone on to have successful performing careers\, such as Elijah Wald\, Mark Ryer\, Fool’s Errand and Merle Roesler. \nOur hosts will be Lori Fassman and Paul Beck. They are long-time FSSGB members who are both past Presidents of FSSGB. \n Some performers have been participating for years; others will do so for the first time. Children are most welcome. The program will feature professional musicians as well as living room folk enthusiasts. All are welcome. The audience is always supportive and lively. \nProceeds from this show help keep the Society strong – we thank the performers and the audience for making this event possible.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/fssgb-annual-members-concert/
LOCATION:First Parish in Waltham\, 50 Church Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T183000
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse January\, 2025 Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is proud to present its January\, 2025 Showcase. The performers are Eddie Dee\, Art Grossman\, John Loretz\, Anne Sandstrom and Aaron Tornberg.  We have a wide variety of music this month which will make for a very entertaining show.  Each performer will do about a 30 minute set.The event is free but donations will be gratefully accepted and we will be offering refreshments with all the proceeds going to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.\n\nThe event will also be livestreamed on the North Reading Community Coffeehouse Facebook page and on the YouTube channel the following day! \nWe are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  We start at 6:30.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-january-2025-showcase/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T193000
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SUMMARY:High Horse
DESCRIPTION:          \nHigh Horse is a progressive-acoustic string band based in Boston\, known for their unique blend of Bluegrass\, Old-time\, and Celtic music infused with the energy of alternative rock. Comprised of four friends\, three bows\, and one pick\, High Horse delivers a rollicking romp of great vibes\, virtuosic chops\, and tight vocals. \nFollen Folk Nights is located within the historic Follen Church in Lexington\, Massachusetts. Our venue offers a unique and intimate setting for music lovers. Our octagonal sanctuary\, renowned for its excellent acoustics\, hosts a diverse range of performances from both emerging and established artists. We are committed to providing great experiences for both our audience and the musicians who grace our stage. Join us for a memorable musical experience in a special space. \nTickets and more info available at follenfolknights.org
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/high-horse/
LOCATION:Follen Folk Nights\, Lexington MA\, 755 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass,Coffeehouse,Concert,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T211500
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SUMMARY:Patty Larkin - Second Annual Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:PATTY LARKIN is a visionary of sound and wonder\, a real deal version of artistry made of equal parts guitar wizardry\, vocals shot through with soul and inventive lyrics that ripple across the terrain of the heart. Described as “riveting” (Chicago Tribune)\, “hypnotic” (Entertainment Weekly)\, and a “drop-dead brilliant” performer (Performing Songwriter)\, Patty has captured audiences for over 30 years with an imagination\, enchantment\, and technical artistry that has redefined the boundaries of the guitar driven singer songwriter.  Patty is an imaginative\, hilarious\, enchanting performer.  Join us for Holiday Spirit and a Legend!\n\nThere will also be a prize for the best ‘ugly holiday sweater!’  We are always looking for folk-friendly volunteers\, especially in the kitchen\, helping with sound\, setting up and breaking down\, or a myriad of other tasks. \n\nPark in Rear of church and enter through the double doors.\nWe are ADA accessible. If someone is accompanying you\, please have them come into the building to alert us\, so we can readily assist.\nThe SSFMC Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/patty-larkin-second-annual-holiday-concert/
LOCATION:South Shore Folk Music Club\, Duxbury MA\, 842 Tremont St\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T211500
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Thanksgiving Hootenanny with Steve Folino and the Folk Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:The South Shore Folk Music Club will present the ‘Second Annual Thanksgiving Hootenanny’ at 7 p.m. Saturday November 30\, 2024.  Steve Folino and the Folk Ensemble\, a six-piece ensemble\, in the round\, will feature songs from Townes Van Zandt\, Pete Seegar\, Bob Dylan and John Prine.  Mark your calendars for this Thanksgiving extravaganza – a night of acoustic folk music from some of the finest local musicians in the area!  Enjoy homemade goodies\, folk friends and folk ambiance!  This event is ADA compliant.  For details\, visit southshorefolkmusicclub.org
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/second-annual-thanksgiving-hootenanny-with-steve-folino-and-the-folk-ensemble/
LOCATION:South Shore Folk Music Club\, Duxbury MA\, 842 Tremont St\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass,Concert,Old-Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T190000
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SUMMARY:Fuzek-Rossoni 35th Anniversary & Stone Soup Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:While Stone Soup Coffeehouse has entered its 43th Season as a local music venue here in Rhode Island\, John Fuzek and Mary Ann Rossoni have also made their mark on the RI folk music community almost as long\, both as a duo\, as solo performers\, and as members of bands. \nThis Saturday\, November 30\, 2024 at 7 pm\, we will be presenting a very special evening of songs\, memories and community celebrating Fuzek-Rossoni’s 35 years as that folk duo (where have the years gone?). \nTickets are $35 and are available at the door or with an advanced ticket purchase through our website. All tickets must be purchased at the time of the reservation. We accept VENMO and we suggest you get those tickets early\, as this event is bound to sell out. Their 25th Anniversary did! \nThis is also a fundraiser for Stone Soup Coffeehouse. With every ticket sold\, $10 goes to Stone Soup Coffeehouse. These funds will help support our Open Mic community\, local folks to open for bigger names\, and allow us to continue to update our sound equipment for the next generation of leaders for the organization. \nAs always\, we’ll have free coffee\, tea\, and sweets. Non-Alcoholic Beers and Seltzers will also be available by donation (we’re trying something new). We’re so thankful for all of you! Let’s keep the music playing together.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/fuzek-rossoni-35th-anniversary-stone-soup-benefit-concert/
LOCATION:Stone Soup Coffeehouse\, 88 Meeting Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Coffeehouse,Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T183000
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse November Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is proud to present its November Showcase. The performers are Dolores Bourque\, Ric Page and Tom Sullivan – the “Side by Each” band\, Uri Bourque\, Don Gibbs\, Torin Nickerson and Maureen Pilot.  We have a wide variety of music this month which will make for a very entertaining show.  As an aside\, one of the things the North Reading Community Coffeehouse has been trying to do for awhile is to get younger performers and we will finally be able to do that as Uri and Torin are both 17 year old high school students and very talented musicians.  Torin recently released his his debut album\, “Seven O’clock Sessions.” It features six original songs\, including “Nowhere Else to Go\,” a song originally released as a single July 28\, 2023.  Each performer will do about a 30 minute set.The event is free but donations will be gratefully accepted and we will be offering refreshments with all the proceeds going to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.\n\nThe event will also be livestreamed on the North Reading Community Coffeehouse Facebook page and on the YouTube channel the following day! \nWe are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  We start at 6:30.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-november-showcase/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T220000
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SUMMARY:Les Sampou - Nov. 16\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Showtime: 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7.\n\n\n\n\n\nLes Sampou (pronounced “Less Sampoo”) is an Americana singer-songwriter\, who got her start in the Boston folk scene and moved on to national prominence and acclaim. Sampou has performed at Montreal Jazz Festival\, SXSW\, Toronto Blues Festival\, Kerrville Folk Festival (where she won the New Folk Songwriting Award)\, Philadelphia Folk Festival\, Winnipeg\, and Falcon Ridge to name a few. Sampou has conducted workshops at Berklee School of Music and appeared on top syndicated radio programs such as Acoustic Cafe\, World Cafe\, and NPR. Sampou has released seven albums\, five on her own label and two on Rounder Records. Her album\, “Fall from Grace”\, topped the Gavin Americana Charts nationwide. Her release “Lonesomeville” charted number 2 on the US/European Americana F.A.R. Charts and led to her performance at the SXSW Conference in Austin\, TX. To date\, Sampou has released seven albums of original material (See Sales on Menu). In 2021\, Les won the 26th Annual International Songwriters Award for lyric writing for her song “LIES FROM TRUTH.” \nSampou\, who lives on the South Shore of Boston\, began playing in the streets in what she terms as “relatively late in life.” At twenty five\, when all her friends were getting married\, buying houses and planning for kids\, Sampou started playing guitar and writing\, hitting the pavement to Harvard Square\, the tunnels of the MBTA subway\, and anywhere she could open her case for coin and applause. It was there she found her voice and polished her guitar playing and wrote the first of her prolific collection of songs\, many of which you will find on this site organized by genre. \nAfter cutting her teeth in the streets\, Les began playing area clubs\, doing the 9 pm – 1 am shifts for little or no cash that she sums up as “paying her dues.” After a couple years of the club scene\, Sampou found the coffeehouse scene. She describes this period by saying\, “Being in front of a listening audience was nerve wracking; my hands would shake and my voice would seize up. But I was hooked.” Les worked her stage fright and didn’t stop writing. Her first album “SWEET PERFUME” caught the attention of legendary DJ Dick Pleasants and it soon was on the doorstep of Rounder Records where she was immediately signed. Rounder released “Fall From Grace” and it hit the top of the charts of Gavin Americana Radio. \nSampou’s third disc\, the eponymously-titled album “LES SAMPOU\,” was a departure from her folk and blues sound and her penchant for rock began to color her voice and her writing. The CD was well received in the music industry despite Rounder’s reluctance to support the album as it veered too much from Sampou’s earlier album. John Black\, writing in Digital City said about the disc\, “Les Sampou’ is a remarkable CD full of the kind of songs you play over and over again. Listening to songs like ‘I Want You’ — and believe me I’ve listened to it enough to wear a groove in my CD — you can only wonder why Sampou isn’t in regular rotation on radio stations across the country. Sampou’s mature voice and intelligent heartfelt lyrics make the current flavors of the month on the radio sound like the lightweights they are.” \nSampou and Rounder parted ways and Les released her first all-acoustic\, country-blues album\, ‘BORROWED & BLUE’” on her own label\, MoNando Music. Always side-stepping categorization\, this time Sampou put out a collection of the guitar-based country-blues—original and classics—tunes that were a staple in Les’s live shows. Jay Miller\, Music Critic for The Patriot Ledger reviewed the album\, writing\, “Sampou’s guitar work is breathtaking–her six-string mentor Paul Rishell must be proud. Most notably her vocal work is thrilling\, adding layers of emotional depth to this eclectic mix of four Sampou originals\, old classics by the likes of Mississippi Fred McDowell and Blind Willie McTell and some surprises\, like Bob Dylan’s Meet Me in the Morning. An understated triumph.” \nBut\, it wasn’t until her album ‘LONESOMEVILLE\,’ that Sampou feels like she “hit her stride.” Pairing up with recording engineer Chris Rival\, Sampou and her all-star band of Boston’s cream of the crop session players (Kevin Barry/Guitars\, Mike Dinallo/Guitars\, Paul Kochanski/Bass\, Andy Plaisted/drums\, Jim Gambino/Keys\, Jimmy Ryan/Mandolin\, David Ogden and Mark Cunningham\, Vocals) recorded Lonesomeville live in two days. Ducky Carlisle\, mix engineer\, added his acclaimed rock edge to the Americana set of blues and soul-tinged country tunes. Lyrically\, Lonesomeville sums up what Sampou writes about best—love gone wrong\, hard goodbyes\, and honky tonk heartbreak.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/les-sampou-nov-16-2024/
LOCATION:Rose Garden Coffeehouse\, Mansfield MA\, 17 West St\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T210000
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SUMMARY:Katie Dahl at Harmony on the Green\, Micah John opens
DESCRIPTION:Clear-eyed and tough-minded\, songwriter/playwright Katie Dahl is known for her smart songs\, wry wit\, and wise spirit. A small-town celebrity on the Wisconsin peninsula\, Katie is also an internationally touring\, radio-charting artist who “delivers razor-sharp lyrics with a hearty\, soulful voice” (American Songwriter). \nIn live shows that are both courageously honest and devilishly funny\, Katie dives deep into questions of land and love\, family and body image\, grief and joy. “In unsettled times\,” says Peter Mulvey\, “Katie Dahl brings us a grounded spirit.” \nOpening for Katie will be MICAH JOHN. She is returning to Harmony on the Green after delighting folks last spring when she joined Antje Duvekot. Micah is a Boston-based multi-instrumentalist\, vocalist\, and singer-songwriter. She plays American Roots Music of several types. Her range includes Old Time songs and tunes\, Bluegrass\, Folk\, Country\, and Americana.\nAn award winning fiddler\, Micah has won many fiddle competitions. She has been fortunate to study fiddle with several amazing teachers\, including Bronwyn\, Bobby Britt\, and Bruce Molsky. A graduate of Berklee City Music High School\, Micah also plays and studies guitar\, and can contribute to a song on mandolin\, bass\, and clawhammer banjo as well.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/katie-dahl-at-harmony-on-the-green-micah-john-opens/
LOCATION:Harmony on the Green Coffeehouse Lexington MA\, 1912 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Coffeehouse,Concert,Multi-instrumentalist,Old-Time,Singer-songwriter
ORGANIZER;CN="Harmony on the Green":MAILTO:harmonyonthegreen@hancockchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T211500
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20241102T021249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T022928Z
UID:10000652-1731783600-1731791700@bostoncoffeehouses.org
SUMMARY:Racky Thomas in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Racky Thomas in addition to being a stalwart blues professional on vocals\, guitar and harmonica is also well known as an interpreter of past artists – his delivery is authentic and powerful! \nRacky has prepared a presentation of the songs of Townes Van Zant and some particularly faithful renditions of Taj Mahal classics which are masterful! \nThis is truly a “Not to be missed show” that well represents our Club mission of “back to the roots”. \nRacky is well known throughout New England and performs regularly in clubs and at major concert venues. He’s Berkeley trained but the blues and folk is ingrained in his soul … come out and discover why he is so popular and enjoy a night of wonderful interpretation that has won him a loyal and ardent following. \nThe kitchen is open for coffee\, tea\, water and cookies.  The venue is ADA compliant.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/racky-thomas-in-concert/
LOCATION:South Shore Folk Music Club\, Duxbury MA\, 842 Tremont St\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Concert,Old-Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240820T151321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T151458Z
UID:10000468-1731699000-1731704400@bostoncoffeehouses.org
SUMMARY:An Evening with Ryan Lee Crosby w/Grant Smith & Ilana Katz-Katz
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an intimate “house concert” at Live from the Living Room with Ryan Lee Crosby\, who will be joined by Grant Smith on percussion and Ilana Katz-Katz on fiddle.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/an-evening-with-ryan-lee-crosby-w-grant-smith-ilana-katz-katz/
LOCATION:Live from the Living Room\, Melrose MA\, 647 Main St\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Coffeehouse,Concert,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20241027T222302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T200630Z
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SUMMARY:Les Sampou House Concert
DESCRIPTION:SAILING INTO SONG ANNOUNCES OUR FINAL CONCERT IN 2024!\n11/03/2024 2:00 PM Newton\, MA\nLES SAMPOU\, Mel Green Opening \nLES SAMPOU- Les Sampou website\nLes Sampou (pronounced “Less Sampoo”) is an Americana singer-songwriter\, who got her start in the Boston folk scene and moved on to national prominence and acclaim. Sampou has toured nationally since the 1990s\, performing at stages such as Montreal Jazz Festival\, Philadelphia Folk Festival\, and the Toronto Blues Festival. She has recorded  for Rounder Records and as an indie artist. Sampou is known for her “diverse song styles\, smart lyrics\, and hook-laden melodies.” (The Boston Globe)Watch these videos of Les at Club Passim: Boy Blue  Helpless\nMel Green Mel Green Website \nVeteran South African singer-songwriter Mel Green has been making quality music since the mid-1960s. For some years he has been based in America becoming a skilled performer on the Boston acoustic music scene. Watch Video Desperate Hands\nSuggested Donation = $25. You may add one guest. Please add their name to your response.\nTHIS EVENT IS “BY INVITATION ONLY”. TO RECEIVE AN INVITATATION\, send name and email to: sailingintosong@gmail.com.\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/les-sampou-house-concert/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:House Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240820T150700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T150700Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Lisa Bastoni
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the second of our fall series shows at Live from the Living Room with Lisa Bastoni! Don’t miss this intimate “house concert” with singer-songwriter Lisa.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/an-evening-with-lisa-bastoni/
LOCATION:Live from the Living Room\, Melrose MA\, 647 Main St\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240909T000847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T001923Z
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SUMMARY:Carolann Solebello - Oct. 19\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Showtime: 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7.\n\n\n\n\nCAROLANN SOLEBELLO is a performing songwriter born and bred in New York City. Best known to folk audiences as a founding member of Americana trio Red Molly\, she now tours as a solo troubadour and with modern folk foursome No Fuss and Feathers. Carolann’s smooth\, compelling voice and warm acoustic guitar style nod to rural folk traditions while her decidedly urban sense of rhythm and sophisticated vocal phrasing plant her firmly in the present. An award-winning songwriter and proud member of AFM Local 1000\, Carolann has five solo albums to her credit and is working on a sixth.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/carolann-solebello-oct-19-2024-730-p-m/
LOCATION:Rose Garden Coffeehouse\, Mansfield MA\, 17 West St\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T211500
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240926T160535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T161853Z
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SUMMARY:Alastair Moock - Duo Show with Maxfield Anderson
DESCRIPTION:Alastair Moock started performing in 1995\, moving from his home outside New York City to the folk haven of Boston\, Massachusetts. After working his way up through the local coffeehouse and club circuit\, he began touring the U.S. and Europe\, eventually graduating to renowned events like the Newport Folk Festival and Norway’s Bergen Music Fest and opening for national acts like Arlo Guthrie\, Taj Mahal\, Ramblin’ Jack Elliot\, Bill Morrissey\, and Greg Brown. Today\, he is an award-winning singer-songwriter; a Grammy-nominated family musician; a social justice and songwriting educator for all ages; and co-founder of The Opening Doors Project\, an anti-racist music organization. The Boston Globe calls him “one of the town’s best and most adventurous songwriters” and The Washington Post declares “every song a gem.”   Maxfield Anderson will be joining Alastair. They have been playing together and are part of Passim’s Folk Collective.  Maxfield plays mandolin\, banjo\, fiddle\, guitar and writes some really nice tunes of his own!
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/alastair-moock-in-concert/
LOCATION:South Shore Folk Music Club\, Duxbury MA\, 842 Tremont St\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240909T000321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T000422Z
UID:10000495-1726947000-1726956000@bostoncoffeehouses.org
SUMMARY:An Evening with Cliff Eberhardt - Saturday\, Sept. 21\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Showtime: 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7.\n\n\nAcclaimed singer-songwriter Cliff Eberhardt opens the Rose Garden’s 36th season on Saturday\, September 21\, at 7:30 p.m.   \n“Cliff is a songwriter\, storyteller\, and guitarist who has a poet’s heart and a gravelly voice that just draws you in\,” said Stephen Ide\, artistic director of the Rose Garden Coffeehouse. “We’re thrilled to have him back to open the season.”  \nClose on the heels of recent performances on the “On A Winter’s Night” tour\, Eberhardt is working on a new collection\, “Found Objects\,” an album of covers featuring arrangements of the songs of Leon Russell\, Tom Waits\, Cole Porter and more.  \nEberhardt knew from a young age that his destiny was in music. Growing up in Pennsylvania\, he was surrounded by a family that cherished music\, with his father introducing him to the guitar. His early exposure to legendary artists like James Taylor\, Joni Mitchell\, and Bruce Springsteen at the Main Point folk club shaped his musical journey.  \nBy 15\, Cliff and his brother Geoff were touring as an acoustic duo\, and by 21\, Cliff had moved to Illinois\, where he honed his craft in a vibrant music scene. His journey took him to New York in 1978\, where he immersed himself in the city’s rich musical landscape\, performing at iconic venues\, collaborating with artists like John Gorka\, Suzanne Vega and others\, singing advertising jingles\, and even working as a taxi driver to help make ends meet.  \nHis career took off with his debut album\, “The Long Road” in 1990\, which featured a duet with Richie Havens. Over the years\, he has released several albums and his songwriting prowess has earned him a place among the most respected songwriters in the folk scene\, with his songs covered by artists like Richie Havens and Shawn Colvin.  \nCliff also has made significant contributions to theater\, composing and performing original songs for productions like Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” and “The Heal\,” a modern re-telling of the Sophocles play\, “Philoctetes.”   \nCliff’s latest album\, “Knew Things\,” reached #4 on the Folk Alliance International’s Folk Radio Chart.  \nThe Rose Garden shows will be start at 7:30 p.m.\, with doors opening at 7. For tickets and more information: https://bit.ly/rg24cliff 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/cliff-eberhardt-sept-21-2024/
LOCATION:Rose Garden Coffeehouse\, Mansfield MA\, 17 West St\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240803T143948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T181411Z
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SUMMARY:David Roth at Linden Tree's 40th Season Opener
DESCRIPTION:DAVID ROTH Returns to LINDEN TREE CONCERT SERIES \n            SATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 21\, 2024. \nCome celebrate Linden Tree Concerts 40th season opener on Saturday\, September 21st when multi-instrumentalist \,an international touring singer-songwriter\, DAVID ROTH  returns to Wakefield. Linden Tree has a new home at the Wakefield Lynnfield United Methodist Church on Vernon St. Easy to find off 95 and Lowell St. The church is handicapped accessible and has a convenient parking lot by the back entrance.  The show begins at 7:30\, doors open at 7. \nDavid Roth strikes many chords\, hearts\, and minds with his unique songs\, offbeat observations\, moving stories\, sense of the hilarious\, and powerful singing and subject matter. As singer\, songwriter\, recording artist\, keynote speaker\, workshop leader\, and instructor\, David has earned top honors at premier songwriter competitions – Kerrville (TX) and Falcon Ridge (NY) – and taken his music\, experience\, and expertise to a wide variety of venues in this and other countries full-time for three decades. \nDavid Roth can be described in many ways\, all positive. His songs bring spirit and stories together. His stories are compelling and his songs are well-crafted\, David writes about the human experience\, stories of people from many walks of life. While he takes on current issues such as immigration\, gun violence\, people with disabilities\, his songs bring light and smiles. His songs have traveled to Carnegie Hall\, the United Nations\, and even up to space on a 2009 mission to repair the Hubble Telescope. \n“David and his music will touch you to the very depths of your soul. He’ll make you laugh and cry\, inspire you to rise and fly…”\nJack Canfield\, co-author\, Chicken Soup for the Soul books \nTickets will be $25\, cash or check at the door. Tickets for those under 18 are $10. Reservations are recommended for preferential seating by calling 781-246-2836. In our area\, shows featuring David Roth are popular. \nThe Linden Tree Concerts are now held in the social hall of the Wakefield Lynnfield United Methodist Church\, 273 Vernon St.  Wakefield\, MA 01880.  Easy to find from 95.  Parking Lot by church rear entrance.  Handicapped access too.   www.LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/greg-greenway-at-linden-trees-40th-season-opener/
LOCATION:Linden Tree Concerts\, Wakefield MA\, 120 Chestnut St.\, Wakefield\, MA\, 01880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Singer-songwriter
ORGANIZER;CN="Linden Tree Concerts":MAILTO:lindentree85@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240826T012349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T012349Z
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SUMMARY:Sue Horowitz and Eric Kilburn House Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sailing into song announces a terrific Double-Bill- Sue Horowitz and Eric Kilburn\nSunday\, 9/15/2024  2:00 PM\nSue Horowitz – http://suehorowitz.com Currently located in both Ithaca\, NY and York Beach\, ME\, Sue is a touring singer-songwriter with a story to tell. She’s the founder and creator of the Jewish Songwriting Cooperative retreat\, and loves to lead songwriting workshops. Her authentic\, intimate\, clear strong voice and guitar playing compliment her wise narrative songwriting. Listen to: Rough at Falcon Ridge\nEric Kilburn – http://erickilburn.comEric is a versatile musician and a perceptive observer. He has penned an eclectic\, humorous and insightful musical portrait of his life from childhood through parenthood. From the wild and crazy to the pensive and suspenseful\, you’ll be glad you came along for the ride. Listen to:Smarter\nThis event is “By-Invitation-Only”  To receive an invitation\, send name and email to : sailingintosong@gmail.com
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/sue-horowitz-and-eric-kilburn-house-concert/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Concert,House Concert
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240820T145946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T151556Z
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SUMMARY:Alastair Moock Trio w/Sean Staples and Chandler Travis
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the first of our fall series at Live from the Living Room with Alastair Moock! Don’t miss this intimate “house concert” with Alastair and band with Boston talents Sean Staples and Chandler Travis.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/alastair-moock-trio-w-sean-staples-and-chandler-travis/
LOCATION:Live from the Living Room\, Melrose MA\, 647 Main St\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240530T001212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T142304Z
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SUMMARY:Kerri Powers House Concert
DESCRIPTION:KERRI POWERS HOUSE CONCERT – Presented by Sailing into Song House Concerts https://www.kerripowers.com/\n\nSunday\, June 16th\, 2:00 PM Newton\, MA\nSinger-songwriter Kerri Powers channels blues and soul with an eye-to-eye\, earthy sensibility that makes for honest listening and reflection. She’s your sage girlfriend speaking from the heart and does so with a new collection of songs written from a place of grief and longing – something that speaks to us all.Gold Mine Magazine’s Lee Zimmerman writes : “Powers has come a long way since the days when she was admittedly hesitant about returning to music\, but energy and persistence conquer all things. It’s fitting that the Boston Globe proclaimed\, “There’s an authenticity at work here\, A heart-tugging gravity and a lively intelligence to go along with the sass.”\nSuggested Donation: $25-All donations go to the performer\nWe will rely on your word that you have had a COVID vaccination. Masks optional. If you are not feeling well\, please refrain from attending.\nThis event is “By-Invitation-Only”.\nTo receive an invitation\, send name and email address to: sailingintosong@gmail.com
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/kerri-powers-house-concert/
LOCATION:Sailing Into Song House Concerts\, Newton MA\, Newton\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240522T211436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T211436Z
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse - Performing Artist Series Featuring Rupert Wates with Dave Mason to Open
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse (NRCC) is thrilled to welcome back Rupert Wates. \nWith Covid hopefully in the read-view mirror\, touring is slowly returning to some level of normal and Rupert is back out on the road touring. Over the past couple of years\, Rupert has released several highly acclaimed CDs. – ‘Elegies’ (2023)\, ‘Instrumental’ (2023)\, ‘For The People’ (2022) and  ‘Lamentations’ (2020).  The NRCC is proud to be able to bring Rupert back to North Reading.  We hope you will join us in welcoming this world class musician. \nOpening for Rupert is one of the finest singer-songwriters we have met in our virtual world\, Dave Mason.  We are very much looking forward to meeting this wonderful performer in person for the first time as he comes to us from Scotland.   Dave writes about places he has seen\, people he has met as well as issues he feels need highlighting.  Dave has played in folk clubs across the whole of Scotland\, England\, Wales\, the US and South Africa.  He is also a plays and writes music for bagpipes! \nThe concert is free\, but there will be a “Suggested Donation” of $20 if you are in a position to do so.  The important thing is join us if you can and do what we can to help keep live music alive! \nFor more about Rupert and Dave\, please go to their websites: \nwww.rupertwatesmusic.com \nhttps://davemason.co.uk \nWe hope you will join us on Friday\, May 31 in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library located at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  It will be a fun and entertaining evening.  Questions – contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-performing-artist-series-featuring-rupert-wates-with-dave-mason-to-open/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Grossman":MAILTO:NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20231222T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T132855Z
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SUMMARY:Vance Gilbert & finals of Performing Songwriter Competition featuring James Lee Baker\, Chris LaVancher & Allison Rose
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: NEW earlier showtime: 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7.\n\n\nWe are so thrilled to have Vance Gilbert conclude our 35th season! \nWe are also pleased to announce that James Lee Baker (Colorado)\, Chris LaVancher (Massachusetts)\, and Allison Rose (Rhode Island) have been chosen as the finalists for the Rose Garden Coffeehouse’s 32nd Performing Songwriter Competition. Join us on May 18 to cheer them on as they perform their original songs before the evening’s featured act: Vance Gilbert. Best of luck to each the finalists! Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/rg24contest \nVance is a versatile and influential acoustic singer-songwriter\, performer\, and coach. He has released 14 albums and performed at prestigious festivals and venues\, and he’s performed at the Rose Garden probably a half-dozen times over the years. His latest album\, “The Mother Of Trouble”\, showcases his storytelling skills and diverse musical influences. Vance is the perfect musician to inspire our trio of songwriters participating that night in our 32nd Performing Songwriter Competition. \nAbout Vance\n“If Joni Mitchell and Richie Havens had a love child\, with Rodney Dangerfield as the midwife\, the results might be something close to the great Vance Gilbert”\, says Richmond Magazine. \nVance’s new album\, “The Mother Of Trouble”\, features Grammy winner Lori McKenna on background vocals\, Juno award recipient and Bonnie Raitt Grammy hit song co-writer Joey Landreth on guitars\, and Americana-Roots master mandolinist Joe K. Walsh. With 4 bullies\, 4 deaths (3 of them murders)\, 3 moms\, 2 accidents\, 2 Black people\, 2 dogs\, 1 dog ball\, 1 gay kid\, and 1 missed flight thanks to gas station sushi\, this album benefits from the gifts of time and experience honing songwriting skills that put this most vital of acoustic storytellers at the top of the game. \nOh\, and Management wants to make sure to tell you that this is the 14th release for this acoustic stalwart. \n30 years into his career\, the songwriter’s influence can be felt all over the contemporary Folk and Americana realm as he has helped pave the way for many of the BIPOC artists who have followed. \nVance was born and raised in the Philadelphia area. Starting out hoping to be an R&B and jazz singer once at college\, there he discovered his affinity for the storytelling sensibilities of the acoustic singer-songwriter thing. Word spread like wildfire about Gilbert’s stage-owning singing and playing\, and Shawn Colvin invited him to be special guest on her 1992 Fat City tour where he took much of America by storm and by surprise. “With the voice of an angel\, the wit of a devil\, and the guitar playing of a god..” wrote the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. \nNoted not only for being the ever consummate performer\, Gilbert has recorded 13 albums\, including 5 for Philo/Rounder Records. Along with being opener of choice for artists as varied as Arlo Guthrie\, Anita Baker\, The Milk Carton Kids\, and Southside Johnny\, the mid 2000’s found Gilbert opening 150+ shows for comedian George Carlin. \nGilbert has also been a prominent presence at some of the world’s most prestigious gatherings and halls\, among them the Newport\, Winnipeg\, Rocky Mountain\, Calgary\, Ottawa\, and Falcon Ridge Folk festivals\, the Kate Wolf Music Festival\, and Australia’s Woodford Folk and Mullum Music Festivals\, Mountain Stage\, Boston’s Symphony Hall\, Nashville’s Lyman Auditorium\, The Barns at Wolftrap\, and a private party for his veterinarian where there was terrific lo-mein. \nMost recently he’s been the opener of choice for Mad About You/Stranger Things star Paul Reiser’s stand-up shows (50 +) for the last 7 years\, along with his own busy acoustic music touring and coaching schedule. That current schedule includes Vance’s Monday Night Acoustic Pajama Party on YouTube. Having started the first week of the pandemic in 2020\, Vance has played a live\, themed\, weekly 90 minute mixed bag of originals and cover tunes to a rotating following of about 200 folks. 10 to 20% of his weekly tip jar is donated to a local 501(c)3 of his choice. At the time of this writing\, having done 155 of these shows has become newsworthy in itself. \nGilbert has been a songwriting\, performance\, and voice coach all around the world\, kinda\, from Australia to Winnipeg\, at all the festivals above plus The Kerrville and Rocky Mountain Song Schools\, he is currently on staff as Instructor/Professor at the University Of Colorado Denver and has a decade worth of summer programs at the Berklee College Of Music under his belt. What? Private coaching? Yes\, 6-10 students weekly too. \nConsidered by many to be an integral part of the national folk scene\, his previous record “Good Good Man” features an eclectic roster of musical types including rocker Mike Posner\, world renown Celtic harpist Aine Minough\, bluesman Chris Smither\, and Al Green’s organist Stacey Wade. \nGilbert runs 3 to 4 miles ever so slowly 5 days a week to stay sharp for the road and does historical aviation research and model building just for great nerdy fun. \nHe even has a tune on a Grammy Nominated children’s album. How rounded is that?
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/vance-gilbert-finals-of-performing-songwriter-competition/
LOCATION:Rose Garden Coffeehouse\, Mansfield MA\, 17 West St\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T111202
CREATED:20240311T191357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T191357Z
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SUMMARY:The Honey Badgers and Cardboard Ox
DESCRIPTION:The Honey Badgers are Erin Magnin and Michael Natrin. \nThe Honey Badgers are known for their intense\, unique harmonies\, their sincere lyrics and melodies\, and their undeniable onstage chemistry. Weaving their voices together over driving guitar\, wistful violin\, and punchy harmonica\, The Honey Badgers create a sound that is all at once heartfelt\, reflective\, eager\, and full of laid-back fun. The Honey Badgers have been creating music together since the summer of 2011. In their first several years working together they released their debut EP\, “Booth Bay”\, a thoughtfully crafted second EP\, “Soul”\, as well as a collection of live recordings entitled “Mad Season”. In the years following the duo’s conception\, they played all over their home state of Delaware and the surrounding area\, from the Delmarva Folk Festival in Hartly to the World Cafe Live at the Queen in Wilmington. \nCardboard Ox is Tracie Potochnik & Steve Allain \nWell-established as solo performers in their home state of Rhode Island\, Tracie Potochnik and Steve Allain joined forces in 2014 to form Cardboard Ox. The duo is known for sweet and soulful harmonies\, thoughtful musicianship\, and delicately crafted storytelling.Cardboard Ox has performed at venues throughout New England including the main stage at The Providence Folk Festival\, the Spire Center for the Performing Arts\, and the legendary Club Passim\, and has opened for acts including Cheryl Wheeler and Marc Douglas Berardo. The duo has also been nominated for Limelight and Motif Magazine awards.Cardboard Ox’s eponymous debut EP\, a collection of six original songs\, was recorded at Rhode Island’s Lion Recording Studio with engineer Ross Lenzing. The album features simple arrangements and production that capture the duo’s live sound\, and place focus firmly on the songs themselves. They have also released the dowload-only Cardboard Ox Presents: A Cardboard Ox Christmas (featuring Cardboard Ox)\, a holiday EP featuring three original songs and one Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers classic. They’re currently in the studio recording a full-length album.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/the-honey-badgers-cardboard-ox/
LOCATION:Stone Soup Coffeehouse\, 88 Meeting Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert
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SUMMARY:The Honey Badgers at PCA
DESCRIPTION:The Honey Badgers’ folk/Americana sound has been likened to that of The Civil Wars and The Swell Season. They are known for their intense\, unique harmonies\, their sincere lyrics and melodies\, and their undeniable and captivating onstage charm. Weaving their voices together over driving guitar\, wistful violin\, and punchy harmonica\, The Honey Badgers spin stories and songs about finding yourself\, finding each other\, and finding your way in the world. They have been creating music together since the summer of 2011. \nPromo Video available by clicking here \nClick Here for tix
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/the-honey-badgers-at-pca/
LOCATION:Parish Center for the Arts\, Westford MA\, 10 Lincoln Street\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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SUMMARY:Mark T. Small - Concert
DESCRIPTION:Mark T. Small is an internationally recognized musician and entertainer who has performed throughout the U.S. and Europe.  His recordings have reached the Top 20 on National Music Charts.  He was the winner of ‘Best Acoustic Blues Album 2014’ by Blues Blast Magazine and also won the Boston Blues Challenge in 2016.  He has opened and played on the bill with Johnny Winter\, James Cotton\, Emmylou Harris\, Robert Cray\, Shemekia Copeland and many others.  His shows include Honky-Tonk\, Old-Time\, acoustic roots as well as some of America’s greatest composers\, ranging from Josef Wagner to Scott Joplin.  He plays a mean banjo too!  All of the music is high-lighted by Mark’s blazing acoustic guitar work\, smooth vocals and classic American songs:  All in a one-man show!  Info and videos at http://www.marktsmall.com
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/mark-t-small-in-concert/
LOCATION:South Shore Folk Music Club\, Duxbury MA\, 842 Tremont St\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02332\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Concert,Honky-Tonk,Multi-instrumentalist,Old-Time,Ragtime
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SUMMARY:l'Esperance Mandolin Ensemble Concert
DESCRIPTION:The l’Esperance Mandolin Ensemble\, features musicians from Massachusetts\, New York\, Rhode Island and Connecticut of different backgrounds and ages who come together for the pleasure of making music!  This diverse ensemble\, sometimes up to 17 musicians\,  play mandolins\, mandolas\, octave mandolins\, mandocellos\, mandobass and guitar!  This versatile\, intimate instrument readily lends its voice from classical to contemporary\, from bluegrass\, Celtic\, American Traditional to Klezmer\, from pop classics to Baroque\, and l’Esperance will do it all!  L’Esperance has been sharing the joy of the mandolin with audiences around New England since 1994.  This is a rare\, all-acoustic concert that we’re pleased to present at the South Shore Folk Music Club!
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/lesperance-mandolin-ensemble-concert/
LOCATION:South Shore Folk Music Club\, Duxbury MA\, 842 Tremont St\, Duxbury\, MA\, 02332\, United States
CATEGORIES:All genres,Concert
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