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Exciting events and experiences happening this month in Portsmouth.
A Band of Brothers
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A Band of Brothers isn't just an Allman Brothers tribute band; they're a powerhouse collective uniting top-tier East Coast talent. Founded by acclaimed Boston guitarists Ryan Taylor and Johnny Trama, the band uses the Allman Brothers tradition as a launchpad for a unique, high-energy experience every night. The lineup draws from an impressive roster of artists associated with North Mississippi Allstars, Dickey Betts & Great Southern, Pink Talking Fish, Neighbor, Peter Wolf's Midnight Travelers, Slightly Stoopid, and more. Featuring Matt Zeiner (keyboards/vocals, former Dickey Betts band member), Jesse Williams (bass; Duke Robillard, Joe Louis Walker), Tom Arey (drums; Peter Wolf's Midnight Travelers), Brendan Tommaney (percussion; Pink Talking Fish), and Paul Wolstencroft (keyboards; Slightly Stoopid), A Band of Brothers delivers a soulful, dynamic reimagining that honors the spirit, improvisation, and power of the Allman Brothers-without imitation.
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Local Artist Series: Chris Fitz Band
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Chris Fitz broke into the Boston music scene back in 1994 after a 5 year stint in the San Francisco area. Chris honed his blues guitar chops by floating around all the blues clubs in the Bay Area and finding inspiration in the local and national blues artists who frequented them. He would then spend countless hours holed up in his apartment, guitar in hand and record player by his side, tirelessly teaching himself to sound like the great players he loved to watch live. Upon moving back to Boston, his hometown, he wasted no time hitting the various blues jams around the city with a guarded confidence that he could play well enough to find his way into a working band. Over twenty years and thousands of gigs later, the Chris Fitz Band, with Chris as band leader / singer / songwriter / guitar player, Mike Aiello on Drums and "Fretless Dave Kendarian" on bass remains one of the premier "original" blues and roots acts in all of New England.
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CROWNED28: The Ultimate Tribute to Legendary Women in Music
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CROWNED28 is a powerhouse live tribute concert honoring 28 iconic women who shaped generations of music. From Ella Fitzgerald and Aretha Franklin to Whitney Houston, Cher, Lady Gaga, and Adele, the show celebrates the voices, styles, and stories of the legends who continue to inspire. Created and led by vocalist Jordan Quinn, CROWNED28 blends stunning live vocals, choreography, and dazzling costume transformations with the energy of a full live band. Each performance takes audiences on a journey through the greatest eras of music--a night of powerhouse hits, nostalgia, and pure celebration. CROWNED28 has quickly gained momentum across New England, earning standing ovations at venues like Blue Ocean Music Hall, where the group opened for Foreigner's Journey. With performances at The Rex and The Cut Gloucester, and an upcoming show at The Theatre at North in Scranton, PA, CROWNED28 continues to expand its reach and captivate audiences wherever it goes.
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Mike Rice: Cruel Little Man
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Gabe Dixon
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Gabe Dixon is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist celebrated for his honest, heartfelt songs. Since emerging in 1999, Dixon has captivated fans worldwide with music that resonates across generations. His songs have been covered by artists such as Garth Brooks, Taj Mahal, Keb' Mo, and Ben Rector, and featured in major films like The Proposal and TV shows including Nashville, Grey's Anatomy, Vampire Diaries, and Parks & Recreation. Dixon has appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Late Late Show, and collaborated with legends including Paul McCartney, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Supertramp, Loggins & Messina, and O.A.R. In 2019, he joined the Tedeschi Trucks Band as a full-time keyboardist and vocalist, contributing to their 4-album cycle I Am The Moon and touring extensively. Alongside his trio, Dixon continues to enchant audiences with his expressive performances and recordings, including the full-length album 'Parts I've Played.'
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Stanley Plays The Dead
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Stanley Plays The Dead is guitarist Stanley Jordan's vibrant tribute to the music of the Grateful Dead and the legacy of Jerry Garcia. A lifelong fan of the band, Jordan formed this four-piece unit to share his deep connection to their repertoire--music he calls "an important part of the Great American Songbook." Drawing on his diverse influences, Jordan brings "cosmic vibe variations" to the Dead's catalog, expanding harmonic structures and jazz elements while preserving the original feel and trippy spirit. Jordan's relationship with this music runs deep. Raised in the San Francisco Bay Area during the era that birthed the Dead, he later became a frequent guest with Phil Lesh and Friends, gaining insight directly from one of the band's founders. Joined by drummer Kenwood Dennard, bassist Greg Koerner, and keyboardist/guitarist Jesse Hiatt, Stanley Plays The Dead delivers a fresh, heartfelt, and exploratory take on a timeless musical legacy.
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Stanley Plays Jimi
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World-renowned guitarist Stanley Jordan brings his long-running tribute Stanley Plays Jimi to the stage--a deeply personal and imaginative homage to Jimi Hendrix. Rather than imitate, Stanley re-imagines Hendrix's music, channeling his spirit while exploring how Jimi's sound might have evolved today. "This is my fantasy Hendrix concert if Jimi were still alive," Stanley says. A four-time Grammy nominee with a signature two-hand tapping technique, Stanley first connected with Hendrix as a child, making this project both a musical and emotional full circle. Though widely celebrated for his groundbreaking jazz career--including his landmark album Magic Touch, which spent 51 weeks at #1 on Billboard's jazz chart--Stanley has always kept one foot in rock and blues. With Stanley Plays Jimi, he blends Hendrix's explosive energy with his own exploratory style, honoring the legend while expanding the vocabulary he left behind.
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Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club - Portsmouth
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Ages 18+ Doors 7:30pm Show Start 8:00pm Laugh Out Loud Comedy Clubs - Treat yourself to a laugh! Come and see the best in live stand-up with comedians from such shows as BBC2's Mock The Week, Channel 4's 8 Out of 10 Cats, BBC1's Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow etc. Plus the best of the rest from around the world. Each show has three top comics plus the host MC. Amongst many others we’ve booked the likes of Jason Manford, John Bishop, Chris Ramsey and Sarah Millican before they hit the big time. - So come and see more brilliant acts! - Three top professional comedians make you laugh - Different comedians each month - Full bar service and two interval breaks to refill your glasses - Ideal for a regular outing or for celebrating special occasions Customer Reviews 'I liked it so much I booked for 28 people - they all loved it!' Will Sherret 'Ace night' Julie Lovatt 'Fantastic night yet again' Fleur Spafford 'Great night, everyone must try going, very funny' Lee Evans (not the Lee Evans!) There are all real reviews from real customers so get booking now if you fancy a laugh.
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Local Artist Series: Dwayne Haggins Band
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He's been described as 'the love child of Hank Williams and Otis Redding.' "The John Legend of rockabilly." And even, the 'what-took-you-so-long?' fusion of Elvis Presley and Marvin Gaye.' At every performance, whether in a venerable metropolitan concert hall or a grimy dive in an anonymous strip mall, Dwayne Haggins is always at work. Adding new subtleties to an obvious melody line. Reinterpreting a time-worn lyrical cliché to imbue it anew with genuine feeling. Unleashing a gentle cascade of vocal acrobatics when least expected (and hence most effective) - never for show alone, but always to express a likewise unanticipated nuance of feeling: a whisper of love, a curse of anger, a groan of pain, a whoop of joy that feels, paradoxically, both surprising and inevitable at the same moment. Dwayne Haggins grew up in many places, but when he talks of "home" these days, he means Framingham, Massachusetts.
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Jerry Bergonzi & Sean Pentland Quartet
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Bassist and composer Sean Pentland, leader of Ensemble Caduceus, has been making his mark with premieres at the Seoul Arts Center Summer Festival (2023), the Naju Contemporary Music Festival (2021), and other venues across Korea. His works, along with pieces co-led with saxophone legend Jerry Bergonzi in the Pentland/Bergonzi Quartet, will appear on forthcoming 2025 albums. Shaped by years in Great Britain, Germany, and South Korea, Sean has toured internationally with Don Braden, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Luciana Souza, Bobby Wellins, Tina May, Damon Brown, Johannes Enders, and Bergonzi himself. He studied at New England Conservatory and Berklee's Global Jazz Institute and has taught at Paekche Institute of the Arts, Edinburgh University, and Litchfield Jazz Camp. Tenor saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi is celebrated worldwide for his innovative playing, prolific recordings, and influential teaching.
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Paul Hughes SONGS FOR LOVERS
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Paul Hughes hails from Manchester, England, and has been performing jazz and swing since the age of twelve. With an instrumental approach to the voice reminiscent of Sinatra, Hughes channels impeccable phrasing, rhythmic subtlety, and timeless style, making him a consummate storyteller (Bill Schnee, Producer/Engineer). His artistry reflects the poise and elegance of legends such as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, and Nat King Cole. Over the years, he has honed his performance skills traveling the world on leading cruise ships and delighting audiences worldwide, including a private performance for David and Victoria Beckham. Paul is currently recording a new album of original songs co-written by Nashville Hall of Fame recipients Byron Hill and Roger Brown. Produced by Sal Oliveri at legendary Capitol Records Studio in Los Angeles, the album features standout tracks such as "My Lucky Stars," "Then Came You," and "I Bet You Weren't Expecting This," showcasing Hughes' vocal range.
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Lizz Wright and Kenny Banks Sr
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Through an inimitable voice that The New York Times calls "a smooth, dark alto possessed of qualities you might associate with barrel-aged bourbon or butter-soft leather," renowned vocalist and songwriter Lizz Wright offers a soaring reflection of the cultural fabric of America. Her music transcends social divides with an abiding sense of love, humanity, and belonging, embodying a tradition that invites listeners home. Wright's 2024 studio album Shadow presents her in a gentle yet triumphant light. Anchored by acoustic guitars and layered with strings, gospel vocals, Carnatic influences, and raw emotion, the album explores intimacy, loss, community, and healing. Produced by Chris Bruce and engineered by Ryan Freeland, Shadow features guest artists Angelique Kidjo and Meshell Ndegeocello. This will be a duo show with Lizz and Kenny Banks Sr. on piano and organ.
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