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Featured LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29th
- Brendan Gill / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Eddie Sands / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Matt Jackson / Shorty’s (Nashua) / 5:30pm
- Lewis Goodwin / Tortilla Flat (Merrimack) / 6pm
- Dillan Welch / Luk’s Bar and Grill (Hudson) / 6pm
- Jamie Hughes Duo / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 7pm
- Jodee Frawlee / Copper Door (Bedford) / 7pm
- Justin Jordan / Copper Door (Salem) / 7pm
- Paul Driscoll (Record Release) / Pembroke City Limits (Suncook Village) / 7pm
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30th
- Brian Gray / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Clint Lapointe / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Jordan Holmes / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Joe Winslow / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Mark Dionne / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Rock Dove / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Sean Coleman / Luk’s Bar and Grill (Hudson) / 6pm
- The Pluckin’ Neighbors / To Share Brewing Company (Manchester) / 6:30pm
- Ralph Allen / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- Rev. Todd Seely / Pembroke City Limits (Suncook Village) / 7pm
- Mostly 90s / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 8pm
- Heartbeat City / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- Hey Moe / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
- Mike Maurice / Shaskeen Irish Pub (Manchester) / 9pm
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31st
- Justin Surgent / Great North Aleworks (Manchester) / 4pm
- Lou Antonucci / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Chris Cavanaugh / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Justin Bethune / The Hill Bar & Grille (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Casey Roop / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Ralph Allen / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Mikey G / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Ryan Allen Meier / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Eddie Sands / Luk’s Bar and Grill (Hudson) / 6pm
- Stephen Decuire / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- Anthony St.Peter / CYL Riverside Lounge (Manchester) / 7pm
- Scalawag / Pembroke City Limits (Suncook Village) / 7pm
- Baked Shrimp / Shaskeen Irish Pub (Manchester) / 8pm
- BlondeDog / Casey Magee’s Irish Pub & Music Hall (Nashua) / 8pm
- Chad Lamarsh Band / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- Cheryl Arena / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1st
- Lilly Innella / Copper Door (Bedford) / 11am
- Phil Jacques / Copper Door (Salem) / 11am
- Jazz Sanctuary / Pembroke City Limits (Suncook Village) / 2pm
Always be sure to check a venue’s website or social media for last minute changes or to see if there are ticket or admission requirements. Thank you to Notso Costley Productions and all our live music venues for your support of LOCAL LIVE MUSIC. The Weekly Entertainment Report is brought to you by the Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals – www.tedherbert.com or (603)669-7469
FEATURED ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 29th
THE GRANITE STAGE / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 6:00pm – DIRECT/x
The Granite Stage is a community talent showcase celebrating New Hampshire’s incredible artists, musicians, dancers, comedians, and creators. Hosted by Rhythm & Roots Studio in partnership with The Palace Theatre, this event gives emerging and established performers a platform to share their craft, connect with audiences, and grow their presence right in the heart of Downtown Manchester! The Granite Stage is a movement to uplift local voices, building collaboration across art forms, and keep creativity thriving in Manchester and beyond. Each performance will feature a dynamic mix of entertainment, audience voting, and community engagement opportunities, blending the excitement of a live competitive entertainment with community building. So, whether you’re performing or cheering from the crowd, The Granite Stage invites everyone to stand proud, shine their talent, and celebrate creativity! www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
WILD NIGHT / LaBelle Winery (Amherst) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Dance, party, sing the night away at the 1 WILD NIGHT Bon Jovi Tribute Concert! You’ll hear all the classics spanning Bon Jovi’s remarkable 30-year career, from their break out single, “Runaway” to their top hits, “You Give Love a Bad Name,” “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “Wanted Dead or Alive,” plus ‘80s rock hits by Def Leppard, Journey, Whitesnake, and more. www.labellewinery.com or (603)672-9898
BENNIE & THE JETS / LaBelle Winery (Derry) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
The ultimate Elton John tribute concert. With more than 70 songs in their repertoire, Bennie and The Jets will perform all your Elton John favorites such as “Rocket Man”, “Tiny Dancer”, “Crocodile Rock”, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, and so much more. www.labellewinery.com or (603)672-9898
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30th
GRIFFIN WILLIAM SHERRY / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Griffin William Sherry, the Maine-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist, is known for his ability to craft stories that resonate deeply, whether they’re shared around a campfire or at a summer festival. After spending twelve years fronting The Ghost of Paul Revere, Griffin steps into the spotlight as a solo artist with his debut album, “Hundred Mile Wilderness”. His music, characterized by a powerful vocal delivery and no-frills instrumentation, delves into the joys and challenges of small-town life and the personal journey of self-discovery. Through songs filled with raw honesty and eloquent lyricism, Griffin continues to explore life’s big questions, inviting listeners to pause and appreciate the moment. Now, with a new chapter unfolding, he’s more determined than ever to tell his story in his own voice. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
FOO! – A FOO FIGHTERS TRIBUTE / Bank of NH Stage (Concord) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Get ready to sing, scream, and rock out – Foo! brings the energy, attitude, and anthems of the Foo Fighters to life across New England. Since 2023, this high-octane tribute band doesn’t just play the songs – they channel the spirit of Dave Grohl and crew with explosive performances that turn every show into a full-throttle rock celebration. With sets spanning both fan favorites and deep cuts, Foo! delivers a set packed with passion, power, and that unmistakable Foo Fighters vibe. With shows alongside Badfish and Papercut, and performances at iconic venues like Indian Ranch, The Palladium, Larcom Theater, Wallys and Bernies, Foo! has quickly become one of New England’s most electrifying tribute acts. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
ARE YOU READY FOR IT? A TAYLOR EXPERIENCE / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Starring Traci Marie as Taylor and paying tribute to Taylor Swift’s Iconic Eras Tour
Traci, a small-town theater girl from the suburbs of Chicago, grew up surrounded by musical talent. Throughout her career, she has opened for national touring artists like Tony Orlando, The Righteous Brothers, Chubby Checker, and others. She’s performed with Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals, and Dennis Tufano of The Buckinghams fame. This former “Miss Congeniality” winner is also currently nominated for Tribute Artist of the Year, (2024) for the Josie Music Awards. Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience features a live band tribute to the most successful tour in music history. Whether you’re a Swiftie, or new to Taylor’s music, this fast-paced, energetic, captivating show is a must see event! www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
ROCK OF AGES / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / through February 8th – DIRECT/x
Get ready to party like it’s 1987! This all-out, smash-hit musical will transport you back to the Sunset Strip, where big dreams and even bigger hair collide. Featuring a power-packed soundtrack of your favorite rock anthems – from Journey to Bon Jovi, Styx to Foreigner – Rock of Ages is an electrifying, hilarious, and utterly unforgettable night out. Don’t stop believin’ and grab your tickets for this epic rock ‘n’ roll celebration! www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31st
KOTOKO BRASS / City Wide Community Center (Concord) / 6:00pm – FREE EVENT
Inspired by the traditional drum rhythms of Ghana, Kotoko Brass has created a unique, joyful, and improvisational style of West African dance music described by the Boston Globe as “propulsive, infectious party music”. The drums provide the heart and soul of Kotoko Brass — merging syncopated African percussion polyrhythms with hard-hitting dance grooves on the drum set. The horns blend traditional sounds of New Orleans with the famous West African brass band sound heard from Ghana to Nigeria, and the guitar, keys, and bass evoke classic African and Caribbean styles of highlife, afrobeat, and reggae. A celebratory and energetic synthesis of music, people, and cultures from around the world, Kotoko Brass features musicians from Ghana, Antigua, Japan, and the United States playing together in unity. In the US, Kotoko Brass has shared the stage with Angelique Kidjo, Femi Kuti, and Vieux Farka Toure, and on their debut tour of Ghana in 2023, they had the honor of performing for Ashanti King Nana Osei Tutu II. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111 – Free Event / No Tickets Required
FORTUNE / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Vinyl-era Classic Rock – who could forget the days of listening to WBCN, WCOZ, or WAAF and hearing one of music history’s great anthems cranking from your car radio after school? The Who, Boston, Led Zeppelin, Journey, Foreigner – an endless list of unforgettable songs by rock’s greatest bands, and you’ll find them all at a Fortune show. Fortune began in 1985 in Peabody, MA, and continues to pack a multitude of venues throughout New England. Over the years, Fortune has been privileged to open for bands such as Cheap Trick, Robin Trower, Bad Company, America, Kansas, and Jefferson Starship. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
BOOGIE WONDER BAND / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
After more than 3,000 shows around the world the Boogie Wonder Band has become the most celebrated DISCO band of our generation. If we didn’t know better, we’d say that the Boogie Wonder Band, arrived via a time machine because this 10-piece band busts out funk-a-licious grooves and disco-strutting jams like they are straight out of the ‘70s. Channeling the era with a full throttle high-octane live show, each member dons eye-popping Las Vegas-inspired costumes and flashy personas. They don’t just hail from another land; they come from another decade – where Disco ruled the dance floors! www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100 – Limited Tickets Available
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1st
ROCK & ROLL PLAYHOUSE – THE MUSIC OF GRATEFUL DEAD / Bank of NH Stage (Concord) / 11:00am – DIRECT/x
Performing songs created by the most iconic musicians in rock history, The Rock and Roll Playhouse Band offers its core audience of families with children aged 1-7, games, movement, stories and most importantly an opportunity to rock out. It allows parents to enjoy the music they love while little fans are encouraged to explore their creativity and have fun! Founded in 2014 by independent concert promoter Peter Shapiro and educator Amy Striem, The Rock and Roll Playhouse is the largest national kid-friendly live concert series having performed to hundreds of thousands of kids and their families. It has hosted over 1,000 shows in more than 35 leading live music venues across the United States, filling the void for shared musical experiences between parents and children across the country. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
THE SCOTT SPRADLING BAND / Majestic Theatre (Manchester) / 2:00pm – DIRECT/x
The Scott Spradling Band is a 12-member band recently voted the best amateur big band by New Hampshire Magazine. With a rockin rhythm section and lots of horns, the SSB plays hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond. From Chicago to Billy Joel, Michael Bublé to Earth, Wind & Fire… our tunes are sure to get your toes tappin! To benefit the Majestic Studio Theatre Improvement Campaign. www.majestictheatre.net or (603)669-7469
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