Ryan Montbleau at the Knickerbocker, Feb 9
Peabody, MA, singer-songwriter Ryan Montbleau has a knack for leaving a lasting impression through melody. The way his lyrics bounce off the chords and strums is astounding and guarantees a […]
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The Flower, The Labor, and The Sea
September 27, 2025 - June 28, 2026
Album of the Week: Palm – Rock Island
During this era of music, it’s easy to disregard innovation. Some people think that every possible style has already been conceived so there’s no chance of discovering something new. Through […]
Mike D’s Top 5 Can’t Miss Shows of February
1. Thursday, Feb 8: Twin Foxes (CD Release), Weak Teeth, Darklands, Fine; 9pm; $6; All ages; AS220, 115 Empire St, PVD. Providence’s Twin Foxes are celebrating the release of their first […]
AltNation: Steve Smith, WHEM, and More
Steve Smith and the Nakeds Turn 45 Celebrating four and a half decades this February are acclaimed R&B/soul group Steve Smith and the Nakeds. The band has become a mainstay […]
The Roots Report: Is This Thing On?
Okee dokee folks… Maybe you made a New Year’s resolution to finally get out and perform in public. If so, open mics are a great stepping stone to get into […]
Is This Jazz? My Funny Valentine
Many jazz standards have faded from popular memory and been usurped by newer charts, but a select few continue to be played throughout the years, never losing their luster […]
Down With Love: A Cabaret
Down With Love: A Cabaret will be presented on February 16 at the Common Fence Point Hall in Portsmouth. Jeff Blanchette and Rachel Hanauer will be performing jazz standards, musical […]
Album of the Week: Ty Segall – Freedom’s Goblin
If you have been reading this review column for the past couple of years, there’s one thing that you should realize by now. At least once a year I’m going […]
Z-Boys’ Residency, Newport Blues Café, Starts Feb 1
The Z-Boys are a power trio that set themselves apart. This act from Newport brings an amplified style of surf rock that shreds into the infinite abyss. Guitarist and vocalist […]
Jazz Insights: Rick Wells
Portsmouth’s Rick Wells is truly one of New England’s top jazz drummers. Rick separates himself from other drummers, smartly choosing to be more of an accompanist, rather than a showman soloist. […]