The 25th annual Rhythm and Roots Festival takes over Ninigret Park in Charlestown this weekend with a dazzling lineup of artists covering the broad genre known as roots music. (Along with some rhythm too!) The Festival runs Friday, September 1 – Sunday, September 3 – tickets are available here. From delta blues to zydeco, the […]
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Concert Recap and Photos: Trombone Shorty and friends bring good vibes to Bold Point Park
A mid-afternoon thunderstorm ushered in a high-energy evening of New Orleans-influenced rock and soul Friday night June 17 at Bold Point Park in East Providence, RI. Trombone Shorty’s Voodoo Threauxdown was an impressive display featuring several N’Orleans bands. Newport Jazz Festival alum Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue headlined the night that included fellow Louisiana bands Tank […]
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Six Picks: The Best in Local Music This Week (February 22-28)
We’re splitting time between Providence and Newport this week on “Six Picks” as we preview a number of great indie bands. Add an American legend to the mix and you’ve got at least six reasons to get out and listen to live music! Gershwin Thursday at The Vets (Providence) Musical icon George Gershwin’s legacy will […]