Upcoming Bluegrass Related Events

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Rushad Eggleston

notloB Parlour Concerts at Fivesparks 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA

Rushad is a mystical realm-hopping jester of infinite glee, whose unprecedented extremely fast bouncy cello style blows minds of all kinds.  A charming entertainer with unbridled passion, his joy is so contagious that many showgoers complain of sore facial muscles afterwards (the name Rushad means “joyful soul”). A whimsically adventurous sense of melody shines through in all shades & styles on any of the many instruments Rushad bejicks “to keep it fresh”.  Sometimes he reads mystical poetry in his own language, speaks in tongues, channels aliens, throat-sings, beat-boxes, or does skits as different characters such as Negative Ralph, Country Bob, The Goblin, or Guru Fafa which he has a right to embody because of his half-indian heritage. Somewhat of an acrobat, Rushad can spin on one leg, hang upside down, do splits, play in plough pose, and catch flying fruits in his mouth while playing fast intricate cello rhythms.  A distinguished flatpicker, his innovation and skill are admired by many guitar luminaries. Although some of his music is avant garde and experimental (he has an amazing deathmetal cat-voice), he is an expert at making personal anthems to those for which he is playing. ADMISSION: By free-will offering, suggested cash donation adults $15-20; teens and seniors $10; children $5. 100% of patron donations go to the artist. RESERVATIONS: http://notlobmusic.eventbrite.com ARTIST’S WEBSITE: https://fliartists.com/artists/american-traditions/rushad-eggleston/ VENUE: The concert will be presented at FIVESPARKS - https://www.fivesparks.org/ - 7 Fairbanks Street, Harvard, Massachusetts 01451, the restored 1890 town library building. Doors Open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Patrons are welcome to view the galleries. COVID PRECAUTIONS: Full vaccinations, boosters, and masks requested. Please read additional Fivesparks' COVID-19 protocols for events at https://www.fivesparks.org/ ABOUT NOTLOB PARLOUR CONCERTS: Since 2007, notloB has presented … Read More »

Tony Trischka – Deep Dive Earl Scruggs Show

Belleville Congregational Church 300 High Street, Newburyport, MA

Belleville Roots Music Series presents Tony Trischka in a Deep Dive Earl Scruggs Show Featuring Michael Daves on vocals and guitar, Maddie Witler on mandolin, Brittany Haas on fiddle, and Jared Engel on bass. Banjo master, composer, and instructor, Tony Trischka, has created the Deep Dive Earl Scruggs Show as a tribute to the man who inspired him to take up the banjo, Earl Scruggs. One of the most influential banjo players in the roots music world, Tony Trischka has achieved legendary status in his 50+ years as a consummate artist. He's inspired generations of acoustic musicians with his technical and conceptual advances, and opened the way for such players as Béla Fleck, Alison Brown, and Noam Pikelny. His seventeen solo albums are part of every banjo-lover's musical reference.

$10 – $40

The Splinters at BPM

Boston Public Market Boston Public Market, Boston, MA

The Splinters, a bluegrass and old time band from Boston, will play on the patio as part of the Boston Public Market October festival. Brunch and bluegrass! The market is right above the Haymarket T Station. Validated parking is available! splintersmusic.com

Southern Rail concert in Saco, ME

First Parish Saco, ME 12 Beach St, Saco, 04072, Saco, ME

Celebrate the season with an evening of high energy bluegrass!   Bright spacious hall with wonderful acoustics.' Tickets will be available at the door. Masks are currently optional.  Check their website for any updated Covid guidelines.  www.firstparishsaco.org Tickets $10 available at the door More info:  https://www.facebook.com/136510359702558/photos/a.820446711308916/5694691317217740/  

$10

Southern Rail bluegrass and BBQ in New Bedford

Pilgrim United Church of Christ New Bedford 635 Purchase St, New Bedford, MA

Bluegrass and BBQ! What could be better? Southern Rail's bluegrass is high octane exuberant fun with lush harmonies, irrepressible good humor and sparkling banjo, guitar and mandolin.  Come early for an amazing BBQ buffet! Buffet: 5:30-7:00 634 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (Church Hall) Show:  7:00- 9:00 635 Purchase St. New Bedford MA 02740 (Church) ticket prices:  Concert $25  Concert plus BBQ $35  

$25

The Splinters at Nick-a-Nee’s

Nick-A-Nee's 75 South Street, Providence, RI

Every Wednesday night in Providence is bluegrass night, with the finest bands in the region. The Splinters will be there - show starts at 8:30. Plenty of parking and restaurants nearby (we favor the Xaco Taco). splintersmusic.com

Liz Longley

The Center for Arts in Natick (TCAN) 14 Summer Street, Natick, MA

Best known for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice, Liz Longley is an accomplished singer-songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. With her deeply emotional music, Longley has earned accolades from some of the most prestigious songwriting competitions in the country, including the BMI John Lennon Songwriting Scholarship Competition. Her self-titled debut album received critical acclaim, being described as “something more; a cleverness, a wit and a mix of musical styles” (Dallas Morning News) and “stunning” (HuffPost). Her follow up album Weightless, released in 2016, was praised as “a thing of beauty” (Pop Dose) and “packed with instantly memorable pop rock songs…” (Popmatters). The Berklee College of Music grad worked alongside 5-time Grammy-nominated producer, Paul Moak, on her much awaited sixth album, Funeral For my Past. The journey of her self-release made music industry headlines when her devoted fanbase raised over $150,000 to help her purchase the rights to and independently release the album. Longley became the #4 most funded solo female musician in Kickstarter history – a story covered by Billboard Magazine. Embraced by the press and music fans alike, Funeral For My Past was described as a “…stunning new album!” (Forbes), “…from Americana to gospel-flavored soul to shimmering pop anthems” (Billboard), and included in “100 Albums Released in 2020 to Put on Your Radar” (Newsweek). The Nashville-based musician has found a loving give-and-take with listeners: Longley shares her music with the world, enriching fans’ lives, and in return, they provide her with the means necessary for her to make music on her own terms. Opener: Brooke Annibale Not confined by any one genre, Brooke Annibale's expressive and beautifully thoughtful songwriting creates a dreamy, dark, and enticing sonic landscape. She has been a favorite among music supervisors and featured in such media as Stereogum, Under The … Read More »

$20 – $25

Hello Stranger: The Songs of Hazel & Alice feat. Hazel Royer, Rachel Sumner, & Maxfield Anderson, Micah John opens

Club Passim Cambridge, MA

Rachel Sumner & Hazel Royer recreate the high, lonesome bluegrass sounds of pioneering women Hazel Dickens & Alice Gerard at Club Passim. With the help of multi-instrumentalist Maxfield Anderson, this trio will transport you to the Appalachian mountains with songs about mining, early feminist anthems, lost parents, and heartbroken lovers. Micah John opens.

The Honey Dewdrops

GuitartownCT at Cafe Amici 1640 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT

Baltimore-based Americana duo, with heartfelt original songs, gorgeous harmonies, and stellar guitar and banjo playing.  Come early for dinner.

$35

Christmas in New England

Grass Roots Coffeehouse Rockdale Congregational Church 42 Fowler Road, Northbridge, MA

Christmas in New England features original, contemporary and classic Christmas music performed by some of New England's finest musicians. Karen Lincoln Wilber, guitar & vocals Dave Dick, banjo, mandolin, guitar and vocals Amy Gallatin, guitar and vocals Roger Williams, dobro and vocals Krissy Dick, vocals Bob Dick, bass, dobro and vocals This is our 18th year performing together.  More info can be found on our website www.chirstmasinnewengland.net Hope to see you!  Enjoy the upcoming Holiday Season!!!!

$15.00