Friday, July 30, 2010

Aloha Sarcophagus - Free Album

I was looking around randomly online, and I found a free album from local boys Aloha Sarcophagus. These guys hail from Somerville, and their 7-song debut is full of energy and noise. If you're looking to add some verve to your mp3 player, click on this link, and you'll be well on your way to increasing your local music catalog with these seven short, tight songs, all for free!

And if you absolutely love them, catch them tonight at 9 pm at The Milky Way Lounge at Bella Luna in Jamaica Plain. Also on tonight's $5 bill: Thief Thief and Hangman's Alphabet.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Saturday Music Getaways

If you are scratching your head for something to do this Saturday, and you are a fan of long summer drives, being outdoors and local music, then may we suggest two fantastic options:
  • Lee Villaire (full band show) will be playing outside at the Honora Winery & Vineyard in scenic Jacksonville, VT from 2 - 4 pm. A scenic afternoon drive will find you in the lush hills of Vermont, with fine wines, cheeses, and a free concert. We think it's a great way to spend a Saturday.
  • Elizabeth Lorrey will be taking part in the Lowell Folk Fest Weekend by performing a set at The Worthen House, Lowell's oldest tavern. She will be playing at 7 pm, but get there before six so you can check out The Rafters too, all for free!
And in case you've forgotten, both Lee and Elizabeth will be performing at the 1st Annual Wyman's Pond Music Fest the following Saturday, July 31st. But check them out a week early if you can - we just might see you there!

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Stuff To Do On A Saturday

So, you say you've got no plans for this Saturday evening. May I humbly suggest stepping out to a local music event?

By a freak coincidence, nearly all of the bands/musicians who will be appearing at the Wyman's Pond Music Fest on Saturday July 31st also have gigs this Saturday July 10th:

  • 5 pm @ Church of Boston: Vanessa Kafka will be playing her amazing songs, both old and new, at this hip entertainment & fine food venue, just a few blocks from Fenway Park. With pool tables, plasma screens for the 1 pm Red Sox game, and a wide variety of beer, it's a great place to escape the heat, and make a day of it. And while Vanessa goes on at five, the music starts at three (bonus!). $8 cover.
  • 8 pm @ Bull Run Restaurant Shirley, MA: Lee Villaire and the boys are launching her latest cd, "Curious". Plus you get the added value of experiencing the sounds of both the esteemed Elizabeth Lorrey, and young Rhode Islander Jack Babineau as well! So come spend the evening listening to three quality local acts, and eating some fine food. $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
  • 8 pm @ "Goodnight, John Boy!": Almanac Mountain is performing at his rustic home base in Exeter, NH. It's an intimate show in an old Victorian house with label mate Octo Octo. If you live nearby and have time to stop in, or if you feel a road trip coming on, you won't regret experiencing Almanac Mountain's infectious brand of 'trip-folk', with a few acoustic numbers and other good stuff mixed in. $5 suggested donation.
As always, show times with links are at the top of the page, or just click the ones in this post. And if you can't make it to one of the events this Saturday, check out each musician's artist page for future dates. Plus, don't forget to respond to the e-vite for Wyman's Pond Music Fest on Saturday July 31st, where you'll get to see Vanessa, Lee, Elizabeth, Almanac Mountain and more, all in one beautiful lakeside place!