Buzzards Bay Brewing will host its 2026 Summer Concert Series with free live music every Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Food trucks begin serving around 4 p.m. Performers include: • June 20— Annie and Russ • June 27 — Pearly Baker Acoustic • July 10 — Beau • July 17 — Dave Richardson Band […]
Whiskey Affair brings an energetic mix of pop, rock, and blues to Off the Hook Bar & Grill in Fairhaven. The local band covers music from the 1960s through today, along with a few unexpected B-side favorites.
The Buzzard Blue Band blends traditional Delta blues with Chicago swing, Southern rock and soul to create a high-energy rhythm and blues sound. Known for its mix of classic rock and blues influences, the band delivers a set rooted in what it describes as “house-rockin’” music.
The 2026 Summer Sound Series will conclude in Entrain on Friday, Sept. 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the Lower Union Street Stage. Entrain blends funk, world, jam, ska, reggae, and rock, driven by a percussion-heavy sound.
Mitch Cardoza is a singer, guitarist, and artist with rock and reggae vibes.
Lights Out! is a New Bedford-based cover band that performs a wide range of covers.
Five Cape and South Coast artists will perform at the inaugural Y.O.U.R. Music Awards on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 4:30 p.m. at the Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia Rd., Dorchester. Tickets are $10 to 25. Performers include Chops Turner, The ZYG 808, TAMARI, SIAHLAW and MWALIM DaPhunkee Professor. Their sets will span jazz dance, rock-hop, world […]
Been There Done That will perform Saturday, Sept. 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Ryan’s Sports Pub & Billiards. The local cover band plays a mix of 1970s and ’80s rock, pop and new wave. Its set list includes familiar hits and deeper cuts from artists such as The Fixx, The Motels, Steve Miller, […]
Gene and Bob formed In Tandem over 15 years ago to blend vocals with acoustic and electric guitars at various venues. Their repertoire includes light rock, jazz, and music from the ’70s, ’80s, and beyond. Gene handles vocals and acoustic guitar, while Bob contributes electric guitar.
Grand View Point will perform on Saturday, Sept. 5 from 8 to 11 p.m. at The Vault in New Bedford. Admission is free. The show is for ages 21 and older. Formed in 2023, the four-piece Massachusetts indie rock band features Ryan Cobbett on vocals, Will Finaldi on guitar, George Crichfield on bass, and Ryan […]
Loose Screws is a high-energy party band consisting of three lifelong Dartmouth residents. The band plays a mix of ’70s through today’s tuneage.
Fast Forward consists of members of Batteries Not Included, former members of Witzend and FunHouse
Seamus Galligan is a local singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He draws inspiration from Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, and others, and his music mixes folk, rock, and pop.
Guitarist Bill Santos, formerly of the acoustic band Wood n’ Wire, will perform solo at Cork.
Actor Observer will headline a five-band show Sunday, Sept. 6 from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Vault in New Bedford. The lineup also includes The Greying, Satiate, Loudsounds, and […]
In anticipation of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center will highlight Central American culture Thursday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. The free program takes […]
Saxophonist and music educator Emmanuel “Manny” Escobar and musician and educator Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor will lead a free jazz jam during AHA! Night. Musicians, vocalists, visual artists, and audience members […]
Reverend Horton Heat brings its psychobilly sound to the Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets […]
Eric Beau will perform a live, acoustic set with live looping.
Rockett Mafia, featuring Poison drummer Rikki Rockett, will take the stage Friday, Sept. 11, at The Vault Music Hall. One Time Mountain opens the show at 8 p.m., followed by […]
Real Weird is a 4-member powerhouse of musicians playing the song favorites from the 90s/00s and more.
The Concept is a popular local party band that plays top 40, alt-rock, dance, and sing-along style music from the ’80s until now.
The RedFish Duo featuring Gary Fish and Steve Redfern will perform at The Galley Grille at White's of Westport.
Last Call is an acoustic and vocal duo, Nelson Medeiros on guitar and Paul Sylvia on drums.
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