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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best music in and around Rhode Island this weekend (August 11-13)

by Ken Abrams August 11, 2023August 11, 2023

It’s a holiday weekend for many, so there’s an extra night to get out and enjoy live music. We’ve got some great picks from around the region in our weekly […]

Posted inMusic & Entertainment

‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (July 14-16)

by Ken Abrams July 14, 2023July 14, 2023

Another busy summer weekend on the local music scene is here! Check out our weekly column with a few favorites playing around town. Friday: One of the great soul singers […]

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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (April 7-9)

by Ken Abrams April 7, 2023April 7, 2023

There’s a classic rock feel this week in our column “Six Picks Music” as we preview some of the best shows around Rhode Island this weekend. Get out there and […]

Posted inArts & Culture, Music & Entertainment, Things To Do

‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (March 31 – April 2)

by Ken Abrams March 31, 2023March 31, 2023

Friday: 2023 Motif Music Award winner and nationally recognized tribute band The Winehouse Project plays Chan’s in Woonsocket on Friday at 8PM. Check out lead vocalist Lisa Kay’s take on […]

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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (March 17-19)

by Ken Abrams March 17, 2023March 17, 2023

The music calendar is full this weekend with cheery Irish music and much more around the region. Have fun, be safe, use ride shares when appropriate, and rock on! Friday: […]

Posted inArts & Culture

‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (Feb. 24-26)

by Ken Abrams February 24, 2023February 24, 2023

The local music scene is hopping this weekend with great live music around Rhode Island. With an emphasis on the roots, we invite you to check out a few top […]

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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (Jan. 13-15)

by Ken Abrams January 12, 2023January 12, 2023

Its another busy weekend on the local music scene, and we’re featuring free or inexpensive local shows sure to beat the winter blues! Read more in “Six Picks Music.” Friday: […]

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Six Picks Music: The best in local music this weekend (January 6-8)

by Ken Abrams January 5, 2023January 5, 2023

Happy New Year! Its January, typically a slow month for national touring acts in these parts. Have no fear, music fans, the local scene is as happening as ever. Check […]

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What’s Up Interview: Matt Stubbs of GA-20, playing Narrows Center on Friday Oct. 28

by Ken Abrams October 25, 2022February 6, 2023

You may not have noticed, but a Providence-based band is at the top of the music charts. (No, we’re not speaking of that part-time Westerly resident named Taylor.) We’re talking […]

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Pamela Means to present “The Power of the Protest Song: Our Shared History & Present Day” Oct. 22

by Ken Abrams October 19, 2022October 19, 2022

Easthampton, MA singer-songwriter and activist Pamela Means will present a free program “The Power of the Protest Song: Our Shared History & Present Day” at the Narrows Center for the […]

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What’s Up Interview: Jesse Lynn Madera playing the Narrows Center Sunday May 1

by Ken Abrams April 28, 2022December 30, 2022

So what’s it like to be the opening act for a legendary British Invasion band who once had the 2nd #1 single behind The Beatles? I asked Nashville-based singer-songwriter Jesse […]

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Narrows Center to offer $15 student tickets for most shows

by What's Up Newp April 12, 2022April 12, 2022

The Narrows Center for the Arts, located on Anawan Street in Fall River, is pleased to announce a new discount ticket program for college students. The Narrows Center is steadfast […]

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What’s Up Interview: Colin Blunstone of The Zombies

by Ken Abrams April 5, 2022December 30, 2022

Who doesn’t love the Zombies? Their songs are timeless, you know the words by heart … 60’s hits like “Tell Her No,” “She’s Not There,” and “Time of the Season.” […]

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Concert Recap and Photos: The English Beat at the Narrows Center

by Rick Farrell April 2, 2022December 30, 2022

Fans were dancing in the aisles to the ska sounds of the English Beat Friday, April 1 in a sold-out show at the Narrows Center in Fall River, MA. Founded […]

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What’s Up Interview: RI guitar great Duke Robillard releasing new album ‘They Called It Rhythm & Blues’ Friday March 18

by Ken Abrams March 14, 2022December 30, 2022

Legendary guitarist and RI native Duke Robillard is not one to slow down. He’s been celebrated for his skills and has played with many of the all-time greats over the […]

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Concert Photos: Don Felder soars at the Narrows Center

by Rick Farrell March 2, 2022April 6, 2022

Guitarist and former member of The Eagles Don Felder brought his band and a set of legendary songs to Fall River’s Narrows Center for the Arts on Tuesday, March 1. […]

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What’s Up Interview: Iconic rocker Bruce Cockburn, coming to Narrows Center March 2

by Ken Abrams February 23, 2022December 30, 2022

One of rock and roll’s most interesting artists is coming to the Narrows Center in Fall River on Wednesday, March 2. Bruce Cockburn is not an easy musician to classify, […]

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What’s Up Interview: Jazz pianist Greg Murphy coming to the Narrows Center Saturday Feb. 19

by Ken Abrams February 15, 2022December 30, 2022

When it comes to jazz music, Chicago native Greg Murphy isn’t too concerned about being constrained by genre. He’s perfectly comfortable leading his band on classics like the Coltrane-inspired “Chim […]

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Concert Recap and Photos: The Fixx rocks the Narrows Center (November 5, 2021)

by Ken Abrams November 6, 2021April 6, 2022

Friday, November 5th saw a nice turnout at the Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River, where The Fixx put on a strong show for a near-capacity crowd. Openers […]

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What’s Up Interview: Matthew Stubbs of GA-20 playing the Narrows Center Saturday, Oct. 2

by Ken Abrams September 28, 2021April 6, 2022

A couple of great bands are headed to the Narrows Center Saturday night October 2nd for an old-fashioned blues show. Boston-born GA-20, named after a revered Gibson guitar amp, will […]

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Spindle City Fest returning to Fall River September 11th

by Ken Abrams September 8, 2021September 8, 2021

The Narrows Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the next date for Spindle City Fest – Saturday, September 11, 2021. This FREE event runs from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM […]

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Singer-Songwriter Jon Pousette-Dart Playing Narrows Center August 28th

by Ken Abrams August 23, 2021August 23, 2021

More great concert news – Jon Pousette Dart is coming to the Narrows Center in Fall River on Saturday, August 28th. The Pousette-Dart Band toured widely in the late 1970’s […]

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Concert Recap and Photos: Cracker rocks the Narrows Center (August 13, 2021)

by Rick Farrell August 14, 2021August 14, 2021

Bakersfield, CA rockers Cracker brought their “A” game to a near-capacity crowd at The Narrows Center Friday, August 13th. The band had the audience dancing in the aisles, performing their […]

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Narrows Center for the Arts announces August calendar

by Ken Abrams July 22, 2021July 22, 2021

The Narrows Center for the Arts is once again hosting in-person concerts. There are some great shows coming up in August, along with art gallery exhibitions, and the “Summer Evenings […]

Posted inArts & Culture

Spindle City Fest returning to Fall River June 5th

by Ken Abrams May 6, 2021May 6, 2021

FALL RIVER, MA – The Narrows Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the return of our Spindle City Fest on Saturday, June 5, 2021. The event runs from […]

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