Art by Grego Anderson
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grego@mojohand.com
Supporting Maine Musicians that perform Blues, Roots, Swamp Rock, Funk, Jazz, Americana, Bluegrass & Rockabilly.
Musicians & Venues please send Gigs by Tuesday for inclusion.
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Nov
30
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2019
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VenueUptown O'Leary's
Address41 Old Orchard St, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
Notes3 ACES are: jc - Jeff Christiansen-strings, vocals; JD-Jeff Davison-drums, vocals; Rob Babson-bass, guitar, vocals. 3 ACES are all about cool, eclectic roots music, songs that have something to tell, done with strong vocal
Contact
(207) 319-5553
VenueTrails End Steakhouse & Tavern
Address59 Eustis Village Rd, Eustis, Maine 04936
Dec
1
Sun
2019
Dec 1 @ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dec
6
Fri
2019
Contact
(207) 319-5553
VenueTuck's
AddressFarmington
Dec
7
Sat
2019
VenueNorth Church
Address118 High St, Farmington, ME 04938
NotesDenny Breau is returning to the Farmington Historical Society’s North Church at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Doors open at 6 p.m. for a Pie Social.
Breau has put together an evening of holiday music from around the world as well as traditional favorites and sing-alongs as he loves audience participation. The night’s guests will include LA’s power house chanteuse Deb Morin as well as Maine’s own country stars Malinda Liberty (“Maine Christmas Song”) and “Mr. Bass” Frank Coffin, as well as the lovely and talented Ann Breau on flute.
Breau started playing guitar when he was 9 and was performing professionally by his early teens. During more than 30 years as a full-time musician, he has performed with many well-known artists and picked alongside outstanding guitarists, including Bryan Sutton, Harvey Reid, J.P. Cormier, Pat Donohue, Dan Crary and Steve Kaufman.
Breau was a member of roots music trio Turkey Hollow with Tom Rowe and Tom’s son Dave starting in 1998. Since Tom’s death in early 2004, Denny and Dave have continued to perform as Turkey Hollow on a limited basis. Breau was inducted into the Maine Country Music Hall of Fame in 2004, the youngest inductee in the history of the organization.
In addition to an active solo career, he gives private guitar lessons and teaches music clinics. He also fronts the Denny Breau Trio. Both in solo and trio performances, musical boundaries disappear as he takes his music to wherever the joy and spirit of the moment leads him.
Breau is a triple threat: a consummate picker, evocative songwriter and a singer with a ”voice that is warm and inviting but completely unpretentious — much like the singer himself,” according to Lucky Clark. Mainers have long considered Breau a “must-see,” but they are happy to share a favorite son with those “from away.”
The North Church is at 118 High St. Tickets are $15 for the general population, $10 for high school and college students, $5 for elementary students. Call for reservations at 207-778-2006.
Contact
(207) 657-7973
VenueTailgate Bar & Grill
Address61 Portland Rd, Gray, ME 04039
Dec
12
Thu
2019
VenueSolo Italiano
Address100 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
NotesPianist and vocalist Bess Jacques leads this jazz trio on a vintage romp through the tuneful 20s, 30s, 40s, also mixing in more modern, R&B-inspired tunes and Americana as well as originals, for a sound that is both classic and fresh.
VenueBlue
Address650 Congress St # A, Portland, ME 04101
NotesThe Erica Kingston Trio will yank your pants down. Musically speaking, that is.
The Trio is a rootsy/Americana style ensemble. With Brian Durkin’s unique and singular song writing and vocals, Gregoíre Pearce’s masterful guitar playing, and Erica Kingston’s foundation on the bass, this will be a show guaranteed to be a good time!
Dec
13
Fri
2019
Contact
(207) 657-7973
VenueTailgate Bar &Grill
Address61 Portland Rd, Gray, ME 04039
NotesChris tells me they always play a few Blues Songs
Dec
14
Sat
2019
Contact
(207) 376-2739
VenueGrittys
Address68 main st. auburn me 04210
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VenueBlue
Address650 Congress St # A, Portland, ME 04101
NotesScott Kiefner is a bassist currently living in Kittery, ME. After graduating from McGill University's Schulich School of Music, he moved back to New England and has since established himself as an in-demand member of the jazz community. He has performed and/or recorded with Vinx, Delfeayo Marsalis, Bill McHenry, Matt Wilson, and many more. In addition to a busy freelance schedule, he performs regularly as a member of Sojoy, OURBIGBAND, and the Soggy Po Boys throughout New England and beyond.
Charlie Kohlhase - saxes
RJ Miller - drums
SK - bass
VenueBlue
Address650 Congress St # A, Portland, ME 04101
NotesThe Eric Klaxton Quartet presents a collection of Klaxton's original compositions alongside the works of today's influential composers: Ben Allison, The Bad Plus, and Radiohead, to name a few. A talented group of instrumentalists with diverse backgrounds and interests, the band finds itself at home presenting both the bold and the sweet, the structured and the free, the inside and the out.
Eric Klaxton- Tenor Saxophone
Chris Klaxton- Keyboard
John Mettam- Drums
Scott Kiefner- Bass
Dec
15
Sun
2019
Contact
(207) 242-2560
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VenueThe Mill House Pub
Address128 Lewiston St Mechanic Falls ME 04256
NotesThis is a benefit to raise money for local animal shelters. Caroling for a Cause
Dec
20
Fri
2019
VenueBlue
AddressPortland, ME
NotesLocal guitar phenom Jordan Bicki (host of Tuesday night Jazz Sesh) brings his original jazz influenced funk and rock music to Blue. Exploring universal themes such as: love, birds, having two of something, seamless transitions, being sad sometimes...etc.
Featuring:
Jordan Bicki - Guitar/Bass Synth Pedals
Mike Pirro - Guitar
Mark Dumond - Drums
Chris Bertelsen - Trumpet
Gene Gill - Alto Sax
Will Smith - Tenor Sax
Dec
21
Sat
2019
Contact
(207) 242-2560
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VenueRachel's on the Green
Address60 Val Halla Rd. Cumberland Center ME. 04021
NotesPrivate Party is open to public
Contact
(207) 319-5553
VenueGardiner Eagles Club
AddressGardiner
VenueBlue
Address650 Congress St # A, Portland, ME 04101
NotesWith a unique sound and the ability to deliver popular song of old and new, the Chris Klaxton Quartet spans the gamut: from the works of Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Frank Loesser, Miles Davis, and Wayne Shorter, to David Bowie, Willie Nelson, and Frank Ocean. All jazz fans, whether they be seeking swing, groove, a sentimental ballad, or perhaps more aleatoric improvisation, will surely find something to take home.
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VenuePat's Pizza Yarmouth
Address 791 US-1, Yarmouth, ME 04096
NotesMike Bove: electric guitar, bass
Kevin Kimball: electric guitar, bass, vocals
Steve Strand: drums, harmonica, vocals
Mike Wingfield: congas
Dec
22
Sun
2019
Dec 22 @ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dec
27
Fri
2019
Contact
(207) 242-2560
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VenueSeadog Brewery Topsham
Address1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Topsham, ME 04086
Dec
28
Sat
2019
Dec 28 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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VenueSt. Lawrence Arts Center
Address76 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101
NotesPort Gorges is a Portland based collective of musicians that has been described as "indie funk fusion". Their influences range from Celtic, Afro-cuban, blues, reggae, pop and soul. Their collective experience includes performing on American Idol, European tours, Nashville, and playing an array of local bands. Opening for Port Gorges will be Portland's one and only Hambone, 4 piece soul jam fusion Band with roots in jazz and blues and many other strange things! Come to this show and see what all the BUZZ is about!
Contact
(207) 539-6117
VenueHoney Badger Bar & Grill
Address877 Main St, Oxford, ME 04270
VenueAmercan Legion
AddressNaples
Dec
31
Tue
2019
Dec 31 2019 @ 8:00 PM – Jan 1 2020 @ 12:00 AM
Contact
(207) 894-2242
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VenueFraternal Order of Eagles 4352 Windham
Address456 Roosevelt Trail Rd., Windham, ME 04062
NotesNotes from BCR Website - Our last show of 2019 is on New Year’s Eve at the super friendly Windham Eagles. Kiss the year goodbye with your friends and Black Cat Road! FYI - I am told you can bring food to this event, Pot Luck Rocks.
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VenueThe Pickled Wrinkle
Address9 E Schoodic Dr, Birch Harbor, Maine 04613
Jan
4
Sat
2020
VenueBlue
Address650 Congress St # A, Portland, ME 04101
Notesome of Michael Beling's best compositions, arranged for violin, clarinet and trombone. Genre-bending jazz music, drawing on world, film score and hard bop influence.
Michael Beling- piano and bass pedals, composer
Jason Anick- Violin
Barry Saunders- Clarinet and soprano sax
Josh Gagnon- Trombone
Eric LaPerna- Hand Percussion
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VenueSpring Point Tavern
Address175 Benjamin W Pickett St, South Portland, ME 04106
NotesLeo Chalmers, Harmonica & Vocals
Pete Lamont, Bass Guitar
Jason Pratt, Lead Guitar & Vocals
Dave Whitney, Drums & Vocals
Jan
5
Sun
2020
Jan 5 @ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Jan
10
Fri
2020
VenueBlue
Address650 Congress St # A, Portland, ME 04101
NotesSorcha Cribben-Merrill is a singer-songwriter from Maine with a voice of unexpected power and depth of presence. Her stirring songs are steeped in indie folk, blues, jazz and soul.
From haunting ballads to charming vignettes to funk grooves, her songs unveil “a suite of musical styles that shows a wide-ranging songwriting ability. . . witty verses with smart rhymes.” (Portland Phoenix)
Downeast Magazine offers: “It’s refreshing to hear a record devoted to her tranquil side – it only underscores the crazy range of one of Maine’s most versatile troubadours. And there’s nothing quiet about that.”
Jan
11
Sat
2020
Jan 11 @ 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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VenueHistoric Phippsburg Congregational Church
Address10 Church Ln, Phippsburg, ME 04562
NotesEvery member of this band has a passion to play and preserve Traditional New Orleans Jazz and by capturing the original "Preservation Hall Jazz Band" era of music, John Page, founder and leader has brought his love of traditional New Orleans Jazz to the forefront of the music scene since 1987. He has spent the majority of his musical pursuit studying, playing and interfacing with the most influential New Orleans musicians of his generation.
Jan 11 @ 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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VenueUnitarian Universalist Church
Address1 Middle St, Brunswick, ME 04011
NotesENCORE Posted December 31, 2019INCREASE FONT SIZEResize Font
Tricky Britches to play in Concerts for a Cause series
BRUNSWICK — Tricky Britches will bring their high-energy string band to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, as part of the Concerts for a Cause series to raise money for two local charities.
From their roots of playing foot-stomping old-time fiddle tunes, Tricky Britches has progressed into a fusion of original material, classic bluegrass, country and folk rock. Band members include Tyler Lienhardt on fiddle, Seth Doyle on mandolin, Jed Bresette on bass and Richard Bicknell on banjo.
The story of the band begins in the spring of 2009 when three longtime friends from Gorham decided to take the songs from their back-porch jam sessions and Portland street corner busking to the next step. They produced a CD of old-time tunes and started playing for weddings, parties and contra dances. After adding a banjo to the group, Tricky Britches produced two more CDs featuring their original material.
Their influences include John Hartford, Hank Williams, Bill Monroe, the Stanley Brothers, the Grateful Dead, the Everly Brothers and American traditional folk music. Before the boys knew it, they were playing concerts and the big music festivals. Tricky Britches has played on stages big and small across the U.S. and Europe, but at the end of the day, their favorite show is still on a crowded street corner at midnight.
Proceeds from the concert will benefit Tedford Housing (providing housing and services for the homeless) and Oasis Free Clinics (providing free medical and dental services for those who are uninsured and can’t afford insurance).
Tickets are $15 in advance; $18 at the door; students/children, $5. They are available at the church office, Gulf of Maine Books or online at https://britches.brownpapertickets.com/.
Contact
(207) 937-8568
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VenueUptown O'Leary's Tap
AddressBeautiful Downtown Old Orchard Beach
Notes3 ACES are: JC (Jeff Christiansen) vocals, guitar, mandolin and bass; Jeff Davison vocals, drums; Rob Babson bass, vocals, guitar. 3 ACES play root music: R&B; Soul; Blues and the like. Heavy on really cool songs and strong vocals.
Contact
(207) 319-5553
VenueMoose Alley
AddressRangeley
Jan
17
Fri
2020
Contact
(207) 319-5553
VenueWidowmaker
AddressSugarloaf
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VenueLuke’s Lobster Portland Pier
Address60 Portland Pier, Portland, ME 04101
NotesDuane Asdourian - A Harmonica Player that likes to just play Music and have Fun
Jan
18
Sat
2020
Contact
(207) 937-8568
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VenueUptown O'Learys
Address41 Old Orchard St, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064
Contact
(207) 319-5553
VenueBald Mountain Camps
AddressOquossoc, Maine
Jan
24
Fri
2020
VenueBlue
Address650 Congress St # A, Portland, ME 04101
NotesLindsay Mower - principle songwriter/vocalist/bassy rhythm guitarist (western Maine songstress)
Matt Mower - drummer/percussionist (member of Herbaceous)
Joe Hodgkins - lead/rhythm guitarist (member of the bands Turner Templeton and Invite the Wild)
Rising out of Western Maine’s rolling hills comes Natural High Jumble, a sharp and energetic trio. Lindsay Mower, Matt Mower and Joe Hodgkins bring to the stage a soulful, grooving blend of folksy, bluesy jazz rock.
Jan
25
Sat
2020
Contact
(207) 319-5553
VenueTrails End Steakhouse & Tavern
Address59 Eustis Village Rd, Eustis, Maine 04936
Jan
26
Sun
2020
Contact
(207) 772-3310
VenueThree Dollar Deweys
Address241 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
Jan
31
Fri
2020
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VenueLenny's
AddressRt. 302 / 1274 Bridgton Rd, Westbrook, ME 04092
NotesThe 3 ACES are: JC (Jeff Christiansen), Jeff Davison and Rob Babson. The ACES play roots music (R&B, blues, soul and more), featuring cool songs and strong vocals.