“DESPITE HIS SUCCESS AND SENSE OF HISTORY, MR. PAUL REMAINS AN ARTIST WITH HIS EYE ON THE FUTURE AND AN INTEREST IN DISCOVERING THE TRANSFORMATIVE POTENTIAL IN HIS MUSIC.” - THE NEW YORK TIMES Though some may refer to Ellis Paul as a folksinger, he is more, for lack of a better word, a singular […]
It takes time For the seasons to change It takes time, sometimes so much time To welcome a reason not to stay the same -“Time Is All I Need,” from Everyone a Song Vol. 2 The Steel Wheels have long been at home in the creative space between tradition and innovation, informed by the […]
We are excited to welcome The Kennedys back to Peterborough, NH. Pete and Maura are one of the most popular duos on the circuit today. Tickets will sell quickly so don't hesitate. The Kennedys are an American folk-rock band, consisting of husband and wife Pete and Maura Kennedy. They are recognized for their harmonies and instrumental prowess, blending […]
Cheryl Wheeler We are very excited to be able to reschedule a concert with Cheryl Wheeler and Kenny White. Let’s all come out and support her return to Peterborough after a few difficult years we’ve all gone through. “Cheryl Wheeler has to be seen to be appreciated. Nothing you read and nothing you hear from […]
Sway Wild is the artistic collaboration between internationally acclaimed indie folk-rockers Mandy Fir and Dave McGraw. Mandy Fer also tours as the lead guitarist for Grammy nominated Allison Russell and recently performed with Brandi Carlile and Jason Isbell. San Juan Island, WA-based indie folk-rock duo Mandy Fer and Dave McGraw are back at it with […]
“Quebec five-piece Le Vent Du Nord, who still sound like a breath of fresh air after two decades of touring their rollicking dance music around the world…” -- BBC MUSIC MAGAZINE (UK) (Jon Lusk) The award winning and highly acclaimed band Le Vent du Nord are a leading force in Québec’s exciting and progressive Francophone […]
It was Leo Tolstoy who said “All great literature is one of two stories; a man goes on a journey or a stranger comes to town,” and in the case of Andrew Duhon and his latest album Emerald Blue, both instances are true. Duhon temporarily left New Orleans, his longtime home and musical muse in […]
"Iris DeMent's music goes from her heart into yours and stays there for life." ~Jim Rooney "Iris DeMent makes music that celebrates humanity’s efforts toward salvation, while acknowledging that most of our time on Earth is spent reconciling with the fact that we don’t feel so redeemed. Grounded in hymns, early country songs, gospel and folk, DeMent’s […]
This will be a very special evening with Garnet Rogers who played at the very special coffee house in Peterborough, NH, The Folkway, in the mid 1970's with his brother Stan. On August 2nd there will be a presentation at the Amos Fortune lecture series, in Jaffrey, NH about the impact The Folkway had on […]
All non-refunded ticket holders - Your tickets will be good for this new date. If this date does not work for you, you can request a reimbursement. Please email your request to pfmsconcerts@gmail.com . Please spread the word and let's pack the theater for Eileen Ivers. ... She's been called a "sensation" by Billboard magazine and "the […]
“A passionate and powerful blend of infectious Americana melodies and folky instrumentation, Matthews delivers her honest songwriting through a beautifully raw and unfiltered lens. Oozing soul, her voice bleeds with emotion and gratitude, while simple piano melodies and upbeat percussion fill you with appreciation and love for the people around us who fight for change.” […]
“Every folk singer I know has either sung a Tom Paxton song, is singing a Tom Paxton song or will soon sing a Tom Paxton song. Now either all the folk singers are wrong, or Tom Paxton is one hell of a songwriter.” (Holly Near) “Tom’s songs have a way of sneaking up on you. […]
