The next Art Walk L/A begins at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 24. In-person arts experiences downtown include drumming by Taiko Maine Dojo, a Portland-based community taiko drumming group that seeks to share Japanese culture through the unifying spirit of kumi-daiko; performances by Bates College a cappella groups the Merimanders, the Deansmen, and the Crosstones; […]
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Carter Calvert to wrap up Cabaret series at Ogunquit Playhouse
The Playhouse Patio Cabaret Series wraps up its 2021 season by welcoming back the inimitable Carter Calvert. Sprinkled with “making it in the biz” stories and rollicking behind-the-scenes anecdotes, her award-winning vocal talents deliver a musical tribute to the divalicious ladies of music in a show entitled “Viva La Diva.” Floating effortlessly between Broadway, pop, […]
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Oshima Brothers concert set for Bath
Oshima Brother will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at The Chocolate Church Arts Center, at 804 Washington St. in Bath. The folk, acoustic pop, Americana duo was raised in a musical family in rural Maine, the brothers have honed a harmony-rich blend of contemporary folk and acoustic pop. On stage, Sean and […]
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Lewiston singer-songwriter releases new album
Lewiston-based musician Chris Robley has released his newest album, “A Filament In the Wilderness of What Comes Next.” Robley established a career as a singer-songwriter opening for shows by Wye Oak, Thao Nguyen (of Thao & the Get Down Stay Down). NPR said about his music, “Dark, romantic strains take flight. This gothic, orchestral indie-pop […]
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The Gawler Family concert planned in Farmington
The Gawler Family concert is planned for 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19, at the UMF Amphitheater (behind the UMF Student Center and the High Street parking lot). John and Ellen Gawler and their daughters Molly, Edith and Elsie, and joined by Ethan Tischler, will perform an assortment of old and new sounds from many folk […]
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Live music at Mixers this weekend
The Tina Kelly Band returns at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The Tina Kelly Band plays country music that rocks, covering the greatest hits from artists such as Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, Martina McBride and Gretchen Wilson. And on Saturday, Sept. 18, Stronghold, a […]
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Christie Ray Trio to play at Franco Center
Local star Christie Ray brings her trio to the Gendron Franco Center on Friday, Sept. 17, to promote the release of her new album, “Night Life.” Along with original music, Ray plays popular covers from The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, and more. Tickets are $15. Doors open at 6 p.m. Full bar. Great […]
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Schooner Fare, Dead Gowns, Oshima Brothers usher in Fall Season on stage
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Matt Newberg to perform Broke Down @ 20 concert
Broke Down @ 20 — A Tribute to Slaid Cleaves is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, at St. Lawrence, 76 Congress St. in Portland. Matt Newberg and the Hearts of Gold with special guests will play and celebrate Slaid Cleaves album “Broke Down,” which dropped 20 years ago. Weathered by salt and sea, […]