Neal McCarthy is a longtime fixture in the New Bedford music scene, known for his guitar work and energetic live performances. His influence reaches across generations of local musicians, including guitarist Quinn Sullivan, who has cited McCarthy as an early inspiration. McCarthy joins the Guard Rail Alarm Clock on Wednesday, Aug. 26 from 6 to […]
Your Favorite Color is a five-piece band of seasoned entertainer-musicians with well over 40 years of combined experience. Lead vocalist Duke Jones is explosive and visual on the mic, John Pina locks in the bottom end of bass, Lou Dutton brings melodic ear candy on keys, Dave Perry keeps everyone bouncing on drums, and Tom […]
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library will show “The Lego Movie” Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. on the library lawn. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs, and snacks for the outdoor screening.
G and Friends is a cover band performing jazz, rock, pop and rhythm and blues. The group plays a mix of timeless classics and familiar favorites,
Lights Out is a five-piece cover band featuring seasoned musicians and both female and male vocals. The band plays a mix of rock, pop, dance, country and more from the 1970s through the early 2000s.
Gracie Grace & All the Good Boys mix soulful pop and rock with blues, funk and a distinctly ’70s-inspired feel. The Massachusetts band is known for powerhouse vocals, tight musicianship, and energetic live shows across Boston, the South Shore, and Cape Cod. The group won Blues Act of the Year at the 2022 New England […]
Get Lucky keeps the focus on the dance floor with a wide-ranging mix of 1970s R&B and funk, '80s-to-current rock and pop, ’90s hip-hop, and Portuguese and Latin favorites. The Southeastern New England band has been a longtime presence on the regional live music scene.
Thatcher returns to Fairhaven on Saturday, Aug. 29, at 7 p.m. for a waterfront performance at Seaport Waterfront Bar. The band takes audiences through multiple genres and decades of rock ’n’ roll, with a sound it describes as one of the area’s “darkest secrets.” Admission is free. A cash bar and on-site food truck will […]
Rodney Crowell will perform Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the show beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets are $71 in advance and $73 on the day of the show, with no additional fees. “Airline Highway” is Crowell’s 20th studio album. It explores […]
Jamie’s Junk Show puts an acoustic spin on familiar songs, drawing from rock, reggae, bluegrass and jazz. The Connecticut-based act is known for an eclectic setlist that ranges from Johnny Cash and Prince to Sublime, Green Day and Stevie Wonder.
Reggae on West Beach closes out the tail end of summer on Sunday, Aug. 30, from noon to 6 p.m. at 239 W. Rodney French Blvd. in New Bedford. The family-friendly event will feature music by DJ Sleepy, DJ Matik, and Selecta CJ, with sound by Island Superia Sound. Vendors and food will also be […]
From today’s hot country to yesterday’s classics, Marvin & G perform songs by artists like Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Zac Brown Band, Chris Stapleton, Old Dominion, Darius Rucker, Hootie & The Blowfish, The Eagles, Matchbox 20, Elton John, Billy Joel, Van Morrison, and tons of others.
Grace Marshall sees music as a way to connect, heal, and inspire. Her performances focus on songs that create joy and encourage audiences to sing along. Her repertoire spans several genres and eras, with an emphasis on familiar favorites. Sets include country, soft rock, acoustic versions of pop songs, and lesser-known selections. Marshall aims to […]
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 […]
Buzzards Bay Brewing will host a Labor Day weekend bash Saturday, Sept. 5 from 1 to 8 p.m. in Westport. Pearly Baker will perform from 4 to 7 p.m. Food […]
Whaling City Collective Community Festival is set for Saturday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Holy Ghost Grounds & Hall, 104 Allens Neck Road, Dartmouth. The free indoor and outdoor festival features artisan vendors, handmade goods, live music, food vendors, family field day competitions, raffles, prizes, and activities for all ages. Organizers […]
The annual First Taste of Fall fundraiser is on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 4 to 7 p.m. VIP admission begins at 3 p.m. Support the Buttonwood Park Zoological Society while trying offerings from local breweries, wineries, and food trucks. Visitors can enjoy beer and wine samples from local producers, food trucks, animal encounters, and live […]
Country Fest at Cisco runs Sept. 11 to 13 with live country music throughout the weekend. Activities include free line-dancing lessons, mechanical bull riding, pony rides, and a bouncy house. Country-themed cocktails, sweet treats, candy apples, and spiced confections will also be available. Friday, Sept. 11 5 to 8 p.m. Mechanical bull and line dancing […]
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra musicians will perform outside at RJD on Sunday, Sept. 13, from 3 to 4 p.m. Featured performers include violinists Bryce Martin and Fariba Hunold, violist Maureen Heflinger and cellist Stefan Gabriel. Set beneath the museum’s 19th-century garden pergola, the concert will feature a mixed program of string music. In case of […]
Stefan Couture is a Rhode Island singer-songwriter who pairs soulful originals with diverse covers. His performances draw from pop, folk, jazz, rock, blues, and jam influences. Inspired by troubadours like Van Morrison, Tom Petty, and John Prine, Couture's sets are infused with positive energy and a genuine love for music.
Yoga in the Garden continues throughout September, where every Saturday at 8am, yoga enthusiasts and beginners alike are invited to join the YMCA Southcoast in the garden of the RJD for a mindful morning stretch. YMCA members are free, non-members are $10 and can pay in advance on the RJD website
The sixth annual "Music in the Woods" concert is on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, Sept. 27. Live music will be […]
The Stepping Razor Barbershop and AHA! New Bedford bring you the second annual Nice Motorbike Show on Saturday, Sept. 26 from noon to 6 p.m. This free downtown block party […]
The New No. 7s is a Connecticut band performing original songs and covers inspired by rock, blues, country, funk, and soul.
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