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Feb 23 - Mar 1, 2026
Exciting events and experiences happening this week in Portsmouth.
Local Artist Series: Northern Cross (CSNY Tribute)
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Northern Cross is a tribute to America's first supergroup, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Based in the northeastern U.S., Northern Cross straddles all the genres of popular music encompassed by the eclectic career of CSNY, from country rock to confessional ballads, from acoustic guitars and voice to electric rock and psychedelia, all centered around a perfect replication of the intricate vocal harmonies CSNY is most loved for. Northern Cross are the standard bearers for the Woodstock counterculture in New England and beyond. With Northern Cross you will relive (or experience for the first time) the gripping emotions of a CSNY live performance, with all the tones and grooves, melodies and moments you would expect from the real thing.
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THE COVASETTES
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Fitz Promotions present THE COVASETTES Plus special guests Wednesday 25th February Doors 7:30pm Tickets £14.00 in advance If you’d asked The Covasettes back when they first met at uni what 2025 might look like, they couldn’t have dreamed up the ride they’ve been on. Fast forward to today, and the Manchester-based indie four-piece have racked up an impressive list of achievements: over 15 million streams, a multitude of sold-out shows across the UK, and standout sets at festivals both at home and abroad. Their journey so far has also seen them support some of the biggest names in indie, including The Lottery Winners, The Zutons, Sundara Karma, and Giant Rooks. Along the way, they've earned national radio play from BBC Radio 1, Radio X, XS Manchester, and BBC Introducing, as well as coveted spots on playlists across Spotify and Apple Music. Living together in Manchester helped shape The Covasettes’ signature sound - a blend of Chris Buxton’s raw, heartfelt vocals, Matt Hewlett’s irresistible guitar hooks, Matt Buckley’s driving drum grooves, and Jamie McIntyre’s polished pop-leaning production. The result? Arena-ready anthems packed with emotion, energy, and infectious melodies. With Such A Dream kicking off their biggest chapter yet, The Covasettes are charging forward, confident, independent, and creatively on fire.
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CJ Chenier Livestream from Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club
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Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. The son of Zydeco pioneer and Grammy winner Clifton Chenier, C.J. was raised in the heart of Louisiana’s indigenous Creole culture, steeped in its language, cuisine, and music. A master accordionist and multi-instrumentalist, C.J. delivers soulful vocals and high-energy blends of Zydeco, blues, rock, and jam-band grooves. He joined his father?s band at 21, debuting at the opening of Austin’s legendary Antone’s. After Clifton’s passing in 1987, C.J. assumed leadership of the Red Hot Louisiana Band and recorded his debut for Arhoolie Records. Hand-picked by Paul Simon for The Rhythm of the Saints and its world tour, Chenier has also performed with John Mayall, Jimmie Vaughan, Sonny Landreth, Buckwheat Zydeco, and more. A CJ Chenier performance is joyous and transformative “happy music” that leaves no one untouched.
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CJ Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band
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Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. The son of Zydeco pioneer and Grammy winner Clifton Chenier, C.J. was raised in the heart of Louisiana's indigenous Creole culture, steeped in its language, cuisine, and music. A master accordionist and multi-instrumentalist, C.J. delivers soulful vocals and high-energy blends of Zydeco, blues, rock, and jam-band grooves. He joined his father's band at 21, debuting at the opening of Austin's legendary Antone's. After Clifton's passing in 1987, C.J. assumed leadership of the Red Hot Louisiana Band and recorded his debut for Arhoolie Records. Hand-picked by Paul Simon for The Rhythm of the Saints and its world tour, Chenier has also performed with John Mayall, Jimmie Vaughan, Sonny Landreth, Buckwheat Zydeco, and more. A CJ Chenier performance is joyous and transformative "happy music" that leaves no one untouched.
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Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse
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Crowbar / Legions of Doom / Silverburn
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Divergent Promotions presents by arrangement with ABS Agency Crowbar / Legions of Doom / Silverburn 14+ / U18s must be accompanied by 18+
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Alasdair Beckett-King: King of Crumbs
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Spirit Fingers Trio
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A ground-breaking new supergroup featuring three of the most exhilarating voices in modern music. Spirit Fingers Trio is a bold, electrifying ensemble that brings together the genre-defying talents of Greg Spero on piano, Mike Mitchell on drums, and Mohini Dey on bass, a trio that distills virtuosic technique, deep groove, and expansive musical imagination into a singular, unforgettable sound. About The Trio: At its core, Spirit Fingers Trio is a celebration of rhythmic daring, soulful improvisation, and the rich intersections of jazz, fusion, funk, and global music traditions. With a lean configuration that strips music to its most elemental power-piano, bass, and drums. This trio creates a sonic world that is both intimate and explosive, rooted in tradition yet defiantly forward-looking.
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Pokey LaFarge Livestream from Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club
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Following up the international success of ‘Rhumba Country’, Pokey LaFarge is set to embark on a SOLO tour this January through March, playing an intimate set to theaters and jazz clubs throughout California and the Northeast. He’ll be reimagining songs from his nine-album catalog as well as new interpretations of Gospel, Rock & Roll, and Country classics.
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Pokey LaFarge
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Following up the international success of 'Rhumba Country', Pokey LaFarge is set to embark on a SOLO tour this January through March, playing an intimate set to theaters and jazz clubs throughout California and the Northeast. He'll be reimagining songs from his nine-album catalog as well as new interpretations of Gospel, Rock & Roll, and Country classics.
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Joel Ross Livestream from Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club
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Joel Ross is one of the most distinctive vibraphonists of his generation, known for music that blends rhythmic sophistication, lyrical clarity, and deep collective interplay. Since his Edison Award-winning Blue Note debut KingMaker (2019), Ross has earned widespread acclaim for a body of work that treats improvisation as conversation and composition as storytelling. His subsequent releases, including Who Are You? and The Parable of the Poet, cemented his reputation as a thoughtful bandleader and a central voice in contemporary jazz. Ross’ latest album, Gospel Music, draws from the spiritual and communal traditions of the Black church in Chicago, exploring ideas of service, renewal, and shared purpose through layered harmony and collaborative improvisation. Leading his ensemble Good Vibes, Ross creates music that is both technically expansive and emotionally direct. A sought-after collaborator and frequent headliner at major venues and festivals worldwide.
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Kezia Gill
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KEZIA GILL All On Red Tour plus very special guest Alyssa Bonagura PORTSMOUTH WEDGEWOOD ROOMS All ages (14+ unless accompanied)
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Joel Ross
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Joel Ross is one of the most distinctive vibraphonists of his generation, known for music that blends rhythmic sophistication, lyrical clarity, and deep collective interplay. Since his Edison Award-winning Blue Note debut KingMaker (2019), Ross has earned widespread acclaim for a body of work that treats improvisation as conversation and composition as storytelling. His subsequent releases, including Who Are You? and The Parable of the Poet, cemented his reputation as a thoughtful bandleader and a central voice in contemporary jazz. Ross' latest album, Gospel Music, draws from the spiritual and communal traditions of the Black church in Chicago, exploring ideas of service, renewal, and shared purpose through layered harmony and collaborative improvisation. Leading his ensemble Good Vibes, Ross creates music that is both technically expansive and emotionally direct. A sought-after collaborator and frequent headliner at major venues and festivals worldwide.
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Lyle Lovett
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Riona O'Connor & Olga Thompson
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Tito Puente Jr & Nestor Torres
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Tito Puente Jr. and Nestor Torres unite to celebrate Latin music with passion, virtuosity, and deep respect for tradition. Puente Jr., son of the legendary Tito Puente, honors his father's legacy with high-energy performances that blend iconic Latin hits with his own vibrant style. "There was magic in the music my father made," he says. His acclaimed album Got Mambo? showcases this fusion, earning praise across the Latin jazz world. Joining him is Grammy-nominated and Latin Grammy-winning flautist Nestor Torres, known for his masterful blend of Latin jazz, classical, and pop. A dynamic performer and composer, Torres has collaborated with icons like Herbie Hancock, Tito Puente, and Gloria Estefan, and performed with symphony orchestras worldwide. Of his Grammy win, Torres reflects, "I accepted this great honor to inspire hope and humanity in each listener's heart." Together, these two powerhouse artists deliver an unforgettable experience that you don't want to miss!
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