Jazz Listings Aug 12th-18th
AS220 115 Empire St Providence RI 401-831-9327 www.as220.org
BERKLEE PERFORMANCE CENTER 136 Massachusetts Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 747-2261 www.berkleebpc.com
Monday, August 11, 3:00 p.m., Gretsch Day at Berklee
The Gretsch Company—one of the world's best known guitar and drum makers—marks its 125th anniversary this year. In an afternoon clinic, Jim Pettit, owner of the Memphis Drum Shop, and guitarist Bob Sabellico, will present a performance clinic. Musicians, music collectors, music fans, and history enthusiasts of all ages are encouraged to attend. Gretsch also celebrates another important date at Berklee. August 11, 2008 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Jimmie Webster, legendary Gretsch Company guitar clinician and marketing manager. The Gretsch Company has endowed a Berklee scholarship in Jimmie Webster’s name to benefit a deserving and talented student majoring in music business/management. Learn more about the Gretsch Company's 125th Anniversary celebrations at the Gretsch website.
Monday, August 11, 8:15 p.m.,
Featuring three Five-Week Summer Performance Program vocal ensembles—Middle Eastern Fusion Ensemble, Five-Week Chorus, Musical Theater Workshop—as well a the secpnd annual Five-Week Singers' Showcase.
Tuesday, August 12, 7:30 p.m., City Music SYSTEM 5 Blow-Out Concert
A culminating event at the end of the Five-Week Summer Performance Program featuring students who are recipients of the City Music SYSTEM 5 Scholarship. Music will range from gospel to jazz to rhythm and blues.
Wednesday, August 13, 8:15 p.m., Five-Week Summer Performance Program Blow-Out: I'm On My Way Home
This concert will feature some of the program's best ensembles performing in a wide range of musical styles ranging from small groups to big bands.
Chan’s 267 Main St. Woonsocket RI 401-765-1900 www.chanseggrollsandjazz.com
Thurs Aug 14 ERIC LINDELL 8:00 $15.00 10:00 $10.00 Both $18.00
Fri Aug 15 POPA CHUBBY 8:00 $17.00 10:00 $12.00 Both $20.00
Sat Aug 16 WATERMELON SLIM 8:00 $15.00 10:00 $10.00 Both $18.00
NEWPORT BLUES CAFE 286 Thames St, Newport 401.841.5510 blues@newportblues.com
Tuesday, Aug 12 ERIC JERARDI
Wednesday, Aug 13 BRAYMANS LANE
Thursday, August 14 THE RADIATORS
Friday, August 15 THE RADIATORS
Sunday, August 17 WORLD PREMIER BAND
Monday, August 18, 2008 TRAVIS COLBY BAND
Providence Black Reperatory - Xxodus Cafe 276 Westminster St Prov, RI 401-351-0353 elephant@blackrep.org
WEDNESDAY 5PM DOORS 9PM LATIN JAZZ & SALSA FEATURING CARLOS DE LEON | $5 AND 18+
THURSDAY Sodade 9:00 PM Cover/ID: $5 - $10/18+ the classic sounds of Cape Verde and Brazil.
FRIDAY 10:30PM ECLECTION | $7.00 AND 18+ Funk, Old Skool, R'n'B, Soul and more
SATURDAY 10:30PM THE NEON SOUL COLLECTIVE | $5 BEFORE 12PM AND $10 AFTER 21+
REGATTA BAR at the Charles Hotel One Bennett St , Cambridge MA 617-661-5000 www.regattabarjazz.com
Wednesday, August 13, BURGER EATS, BERKLEE BEATS WITH SHINE
performs gypsy jazz, traditional gypsy music, original compositions, and swing.
Friday, August 15, 7:30pm - $18 JACQUI NAYLOR
JazzTimes calls Jacqui Naylor "an incomparable triple threat, serving up classic covers with the best of them, delivering top-drawer originals and inspiring with the musical marriage she calls acoustic smashing."
RYLES Jazz Club 212 Hampshire Street Cambridge, MA (617) 876-9330 www.rylesjazz.com
Tuesday August 12 :Tim Mayer's Five Week Jam, 8:30pm, No Cover
Wednesday August 13 : Natalie Deitrich Quintet
Swiss Vibraphonist/Composer Natalie Dietrich is a rare find. An intelligent jazz musician whose group not only allows her to extend her range on the vibraphone but serves as the outlet for her brilliant compositions of contemporary, yet classic pieces. The Natalie Dietrich Group is a contemporary, powerful fusion of Latin Jazz and World Music with Vibraphone Jazz. Natalie leads her group in a very creative and energetic way& each musician is afforded incredible versatility and playfulness with each performance. | show 9:00 pm | genre jazz | cost $10pp
Thursday August 14 : Robynn Amy's Five Week Concert, No Cover
Friday August 15 : Jon DeLucia
Modern jazz has found a new voice in alto saxophonist Jon De Lucia. With the Jon De Lucia Group. Jon pushes the boundaries of jazz, while still focusing on improvisation as the group's driving force. His compositions leave room for many kinds of development, making each performance unique. This is possible because of the caliber of musicians involved. Bandmates in various ensembles since their student years at Berklee College of Music, Jon and the Group members easily establish a musical bond and group concept rare in today s music. Jon writes his compositions specifically for these players (much as Duke Ellington did) in an effort to unify them while still maintaining their individuality.show 9:00 pm | tix available | cost $10pp
Saturday August 16 : Jon DeLucia
SCULLERS DoubleTree Guest Suites 400 Soldiers Field Rd Boston Closed until July 23rd
JACKIE RYAN
Wednesday August 13, 2008 Show: $20 Dinner & Show: $65 : 8pm
"Extraordinary -- a world-class talent!" Don Heckman, jazz critic for the Los Angeles Times, calls her. And it's no wonder. She has a magnetic stage presence. Wherever she performs - domestically, or in Europe, Japan, Australia, Canada -- it's the same story.
SIMONE ON SIMONE A Tribute to Nina Simone
Thursday August 14, 2008 Show: $26 & Show: $71 Show: 8pm
This Spring, another generation of talent released her first solo album nationwide. Her name is Simone and she is the daughter of the legendary musical icon Nina Simone. She is her own woman, a singer, songwriter and performer
EARL KLUGH
Saturday-Sunday August 16-17, 2008 Show: $36 Dinner & Show: $81 Sat Shows: 8pm & 10pm
Sun Shows: 4pm & 7pm
Grammy Award-winning innovator and master of the acoustic guitar, EARL KLUGH, has released a long-anticipated ensemble recording, THE SPICE OF LIFE, (4/08). The album is Klugh's first full-production release in nine years, and is the follow-up to his 2005 solo masterpiece, 'Naked Guitar.'
John Allmark Big Band Mondays @ Bovi’s, 287 Taunton Avenue, E. Prov, 434-9670
Coast Line Swing Band 1st Thursday of month @ Venice Restaurant 165 Shore Rd, Westerly 348-0055
3rd Thursday of month @ The Wilcox Tavern, 5153 Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI 401-322-1829 Music from 7:30 - 9:30 PM, reservations recommended.
Jazz Candy Mondays @ POP 162 Broadway, Newport, RI, 8-11pm 846-8456
Fridays @ The Trattoria Simpatico in Jamestown, RI Call 401-423-3731 for information. 7-10pm
Georgette LeBreche Fridays @ Spain's of Narragansett in the lounge from 7 - 10. (1144 Ocean Road, Narragansett, R.I.)
Saturdays @ The Wilcox Tavern, 5153 Old Post Rd, Charlestown , 7-10pm
Philip Mullen and Diamond (jazz & swing) Thursdays and Fridays @ Shamrocks Rt 108, Wakefield, 5-9pm, 782-6700
Mike Tanaka Trio & friends jazz jam Tuesdays @ BLACKSTONE CLUB 1005 Main Street (Hope Village) Pawtucket, RI (401) 726-2181 8-12pm free
TUES AUG. 12
August Under the Stars: Steve Burke, jazz and pop, reenwich Farms at Warwick, 75 Minnesota Ave., Warwick. 737-7222. 7 pm. Free. Reservations requested.
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Easton's Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport. 845-5810. 6 pm. Rescheduled if rain.
The Hi-Hat Trio with Patrice Williamson, jazz, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 7-11 pm.
WED AUG. 13
Steve Burke, jazz, Euro Café, 645 Douglas Pike (Route 7), Smithfield. 349-4200. 6-10 pm.
East Side Horns, rhythm and blues, 20 Water Street, 20 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-3700. 8 pm-midnight.
Dick Lupino, Steve Ahern and Pauk Schmeling, jazz, Sardella's Restaurant, 30 Memorial Blvd., Newport. 849-6312. 7:30-10 pm.
The Night Life Orchestra, jazz and swing, Town Common Gazebo, Route 116, Scituate. 6:30-8 pm.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
The Dick Willner Blues Band, open blues jam, Lou's Cafe, 47 Summer St., Manville. 762-9741. 8:30 pm.
THURS AUG. 14
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Slater Memorial Park, Armistice Boulevard, Pawtucket. 6:30 pm. Free.
Roger Ceresi's All Starz, rhythm and blues, Marina Park, Salt Pond Road, Wakefield. 6:30-8 pm.
East Side Horns and Mac Odom and Chill, rhythm and blues and Motown, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 8 pm-midnight.
The Dan Liporini Jazz Duo, Starboard Galley, 1 Charlestown Beach Rd., Charlestown. 364-7100. 6-8 pm. No cover.
The Arthur Medeiros Swing Band, William Hall Branch Library, 1825 Broad St., Cranston. 781-2450. 6:30-7:30 pm. Free.
The Night Life Orchestra, jazz and swing, Venda Ravioli, De Pasquale Square, Providence. 6:30-9 pm. Outdoor concert.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
The Soul Ambition Band, blues, jazz, rock, reggae, funk, fusion, soul and rhythm and blues, 20 Water Street, 20 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-3700. 8 pm.
Thursday Nights Live at ALCO: Santa Mamba, Latin, American Locomotive Works, 555 Valley St., Providence. 574-2100, www.americanlocomotiveworks.com. 5:30-7 pm. Free. Outdoor concert.
FRI AUG. 15
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Tri-City Elks Lodge #14, 1915 West Shore Rd., Warwick. 737-9510. 8:30 pm-12:30 am.
Steve Burke, jazz, Water's Edge Restaurant and Bar, 743 Putnam Pike (Route 44), Greenville. 349-4707. 8 pm-midnight.
Bobby Ferreira, jazz, The Rhumbline, 62 Bridge St., Newport. 849-3999. 6:30-10 pm.
Mingo Fishtrap, pop, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 9:30 pm. $10.
The Rockin' Soul Horns, rhythm and blues, 20 Water Street, 20 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-3700. 8:30 pm-12:30 am.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
The Lois Vaughan Jazz Trio, Hotel Viking, Rooftop Patio and Bar, 1 Bellevue Ave., Newport. 847-3300. 5-9 pm.
SAT AUG. 16
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Wharf Tavern, 215 Water St., Warren. 245-5043. 8 pm-midnight.
Steve Burke, jazz, Conversations, 441 Forge Rd., East Greenwich. 884-5868. 7-11 pm.
Johnny Edwards Power of Soul, soul and rhythm and blues, Narragansett Cafe, 25 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown. 423-2150. 9:30 pm-1 am. No cover.
Image, pop, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 9 pm-1 am.
Dick Lupino, Ethel Lee and Dave O'Brien, jazz, Greenvale Vineyards, Tasting Room, 582 Wapping Rd., Portsmouth. 847-3777, www.greenvale.com. 1-4 pm.
Rod Luther, jazz, The Rhumbline, 62 Bridge St., Newport. 849-3999. 6:30-10 pm.
Brian Mullaney, jazz and pop, Lobster Pot, 119 Hope St. (Route 114), Bristol. 253-1900. 8-11 pm. No cover.
The Rockin' Soul Horns, rhythm and blues, Table 28, 28 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-1170. 8 pm-midnight.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
SUN AUG. 17
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Peace Dale Village Green, Columbia Street, Peace Dale. 6 pm. Free.
Steve Burke, jazz, Euro Café, 645 Douglas Pike (Route 7), Smithfield. 349-4200. 5-9 pm.
Caribbean Candy, jazz, Hotel Viking, Rooftop Patio and Bar, 1 Bellevue Ave., Newport. 847-3300. 4-8 pm.
Dick Lupino and Jordan Nunes, jazz, Castle Hill Inn and Resort, 590 Ocean Drive, Newport. 849-3800. 12:30-3:30 pm.
Mike Lyons and the Blue Moon Orchestra, swing and jazz, Barrington Town Hall, outdoors, 283 County Road, Barrington. 247-1900. 6:30-8:30 pm. Free.
PKD Foundation Fundraiser (2nd Annual): Steve Smith and the Nakeds, The Duke Robillard Band, Alter Ego, The RI Professional Firefighters Pipes and Drums, Coppersonic, The Heavy Rescue Band and Slippery Sneakers Zydeco Band, rhythm and blues, blues, rock and zydeco, Providence Firefighter's Hall, 90 Printery St., Providence. 741-3407, 272-7999. 11 am-11 pm. $25 includes dinner. Benefit for Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation.
The Lois Vaughan Jazz Quartet with Genevieve Rose, Art Manchester and Jeff Fountain, St. Paul's Church, 12 Marlborough St., Newport. 846-0966. 9:40-11 am.
MON AUG. 18
The John Allmark 16 Piece Jazz Orchestra, Bovi's Town Tavern, 287 Taunton Ave., East Providence. 434-9670. 9 pm.
Antoine Drye and Martin Butler, jazz, Fluke Wine, Bar and Kitchen, 41 Bowen's Wharf, Newport. 849-7778, www.flukewinebar.com. 10 pm. $10.
The Out of Control Funk Band, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 7-11 pm.
BERKLEE PERFORMANCE CENTER 136 Massachusetts Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 747-2261 www.berkleebpc.com
Monday, August 11, 3:00 p.m., Gretsch Day at Berklee
The Gretsch Company—one of the world's best known guitar and drum makers—marks its 125th anniversary this year. In an afternoon clinic, Jim Pettit, owner of the Memphis Drum Shop, and guitarist Bob Sabellico, will present a performance clinic. Musicians, music collectors, music fans, and history enthusiasts of all ages are encouraged to attend. Gretsch also celebrates another important date at Berklee. August 11, 2008 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Jimmie Webster, legendary Gretsch Company guitar clinician and marketing manager. The Gretsch Company has endowed a Berklee scholarship in Jimmie Webster’s name to benefit a deserving and talented student majoring in music business/management. Learn more about the Gretsch Company's 125th Anniversary celebrations at the Gretsch website.
Monday, August 11, 8:15 p.m.,
Featuring three Five-Week Summer Performance Program vocal ensembles—Middle Eastern Fusion Ensemble, Five-Week Chorus, Musical Theater Workshop—as well a the secpnd annual Five-Week Singers' Showcase.
Tuesday, August 12, 7:30 p.m., City Music SYSTEM 5 Blow-Out Concert
A culminating event at the end of the Five-Week Summer Performance Program featuring students who are recipients of the City Music SYSTEM 5 Scholarship. Music will range from gospel to jazz to rhythm and blues.
Wednesday, August 13, 8:15 p.m., Five-Week Summer Performance Program Blow-Out: I'm On My Way Home
This concert will feature some of the program's best ensembles performing in a wide range of musical styles ranging from small groups to big bands.
Chan’s 267 Main St. Woonsocket RI 401-765-1900 www.chanseggrollsandjazz.com
Thurs Aug 14 ERIC LINDELL 8:00 $15.00 10:00 $10.00 Both $18.00
Fri Aug 15 POPA CHUBBY 8:00 $17.00 10:00 $12.00 Both $20.00
Sat Aug 16 WATERMELON SLIM 8:00 $15.00 10:00 $10.00 Both $18.00
NEWPORT BLUES CAFE 286 Thames St, Newport 401.841.5510 blues@newportblues.com
Tuesday, Aug 12 ERIC JERARDI
Wednesday, Aug 13 BRAYMANS LANE
Thursday, August 14 THE RADIATORS
Friday, August 15 THE RADIATORS
Sunday, August 17 WORLD PREMIER BAND
Monday, August 18, 2008 TRAVIS COLBY BAND
Providence Black Reperatory - Xxodus Cafe 276 Westminster St Prov, RI 401-351-0353 elephant@blackrep.org
WEDNESDAY 5PM DOORS 9PM LATIN JAZZ & SALSA FEATURING CARLOS DE LEON | $5 AND 18+
THURSDAY Sodade 9:00 PM Cover/ID: $5 - $10/18+ the classic sounds of Cape Verde and Brazil.
FRIDAY 10:30PM ECLECTION | $7.00 AND 18+ Funk, Old Skool, R'n'B, Soul and more
SATURDAY 10:30PM THE NEON SOUL COLLECTIVE | $5 BEFORE 12PM AND $10 AFTER 21+
REGATTA BAR at the Charles Hotel One Bennett St , Cambridge MA 617-661-5000 www.regattabarjazz.com
Wednesday, August 13, BURGER EATS, BERKLEE BEATS WITH SHINE
performs gypsy jazz, traditional gypsy music, original compositions, and swing.
Friday, August 15, 7:30pm - $18 JACQUI NAYLOR
JazzTimes calls Jacqui Naylor "an incomparable triple threat, serving up classic covers with the best of them, delivering top-drawer originals and inspiring with the musical marriage she calls acoustic smashing."
RYLES Jazz Club 212 Hampshire Street Cambridge, MA (617) 876-9330 www.rylesjazz.com
Tuesday August 12 :Tim Mayer's Five Week Jam, 8:30pm, No Cover
Wednesday August 13 : Natalie Deitrich Quintet
Swiss Vibraphonist/Composer Natalie Dietrich is a rare find. An intelligent jazz musician whose group not only allows her to extend her range on the vibraphone but serves as the outlet for her brilliant compositions of contemporary, yet classic pieces. The Natalie Dietrich Group is a contemporary, powerful fusion of Latin Jazz and World Music with Vibraphone Jazz. Natalie leads her group in a very creative and energetic way& each musician is afforded incredible versatility and playfulness with each performance. | show 9:00 pm | genre jazz | cost $10pp
Thursday August 14 : Robynn Amy's Five Week Concert, No Cover
Friday August 15 : Jon DeLucia
Modern jazz has found a new voice in alto saxophonist Jon De Lucia. With the Jon De Lucia Group. Jon pushes the boundaries of jazz, while still focusing on improvisation as the group's driving force. His compositions leave room for many kinds of development, making each performance unique. This is possible because of the caliber of musicians involved. Bandmates in various ensembles since their student years at Berklee College of Music, Jon and the Group members easily establish a musical bond and group concept rare in today s music. Jon writes his compositions specifically for these players (much as Duke Ellington did) in an effort to unify them while still maintaining their individuality.show 9:00 pm | tix available | cost $10pp
Saturday August 16 : Jon DeLucia
SCULLERS DoubleTree Guest Suites 400 Soldiers Field Rd Boston Closed until July 23rd
JACKIE RYAN
Wednesday August 13, 2008 Show: $20 Dinner & Show: $65 : 8pm
"Extraordinary -- a world-class talent!" Don Heckman, jazz critic for the Los Angeles Times, calls her. And it's no wonder. She has a magnetic stage presence. Wherever she performs - domestically, or in Europe, Japan, Australia, Canada -- it's the same story.
SIMONE ON SIMONE A Tribute to Nina Simone
Thursday August 14, 2008 Show: $26 & Show: $71 Show: 8pm
This Spring, another generation of talent released her first solo album nationwide. Her name is Simone and she is the daughter of the legendary musical icon Nina Simone. She is her own woman, a singer, songwriter and performer
EARL KLUGH
Saturday-Sunday August 16-17, 2008 Show: $36 Dinner & Show: $81 Sat Shows: 8pm & 10pm
Sun Shows: 4pm & 7pm
Grammy Award-winning innovator and master of the acoustic guitar, EARL KLUGH, has released a long-anticipated ensemble recording, THE SPICE OF LIFE, (4/08). The album is Klugh's first full-production release in nine years, and is the follow-up to his 2005 solo masterpiece, 'Naked Guitar.'
John Allmark Big Band Mondays @ Bovi’s, 287 Taunton Avenue, E. Prov, 434-9670
Coast Line Swing Band 1st Thursday of month @ Venice Restaurant 165 Shore Rd, Westerly 348-0055
3rd Thursday of month @ The Wilcox Tavern, 5153 Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI 401-322-1829 Music from 7:30 - 9:30 PM, reservations recommended.
Jazz Candy Mondays @ POP 162 Broadway, Newport, RI, 8-11pm 846-8456
Fridays @ The Trattoria Simpatico in Jamestown, RI Call 401-423-3731 for information. 7-10pm
Georgette LeBreche Fridays @ Spain's of Narragansett in the lounge from 7 - 10. (1144 Ocean Road, Narragansett, R.I.)
Saturdays @ The Wilcox Tavern, 5153 Old Post Rd, Charlestown , 7-10pm
Philip Mullen and Diamond (jazz & swing) Thursdays and Fridays @ Shamrocks Rt 108, Wakefield, 5-9pm, 782-6700
Mike Tanaka Trio & friends jazz jam Tuesdays @ BLACKSTONE CLUB 1005 Main Street (Hope Village) Pawtucket, RI (401) 726-2181 8-12pm free
TUES AUG. 12
August Under the Stars: Steve Burke, jazz and pop, reenwich Farms at Warwick, 75 Minnesota Ave., Warwick. 737-7222. 7 pm. Free. Reservations requested.
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Easton's Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport. 845-5810. 6 pm. Rescheduled if rain.
The Hi-Hat Trio with Patrice Williamson, jazz, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 7-11 pm.
WED AUG. 13
Steve Burke, jazz, Euro Café, 645 Douglas Pike (Route 7), Smithfield. 349-4200. 6-10 pm.
East Side Horns, rhythm and blues, 20 Water Street, 20 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-3700. 8 pm-midnight.
Dick Lupino, Steve Ahern and Pauk Schmeling, jazz, Sardella's Restaurant, 30 Memorial Blvd., Newport. 849-6312. 7:30-10 pm.
The Night Life Orchestra, jazz and swing, Town Common Gazebo, Route 116, Scituate. 6:30-8 pm.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
The Dick Willner Blues Band, open blues jam, Lou's Cafe, 47 Summer St., Manville. 762-9741. 8:30 pm.
THURS AUG. 14
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Slater Memorial Park, Armistice Boulevard, Pawtucket. 6:30 pm. Free.
Roger Ceresi's All Starz, rhythm and blues, Marina Park, Salt Pond Road, Wakefield. 6:30-8 pm.
East Side Horns and Mac Odom and Chill, rhythm and blues and Motown, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 8 pm-midnight.
The Dan Liporini Jazz Duo, Starboard Galley, 1 Charlestown Beach Rd., Charlestown. 364-7100. 6-8 pm. No cover.
The Arthur Medeiros Swing Band, William Hall Branch Library, 1825 Broad St., Cranston. 781-2450. 6:30-7:30 pm. Free.
The Night Life Orchestra, jazz and swing, Venda Ravioli, De Pasquale Square, Providence. 6:30-9 pm. Outdoor concert.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
The Soul Ambition Band, blues, jazz, rock, reggae, funk, fusion, soul and rhythm and blues, 20 Water Street, 20 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-3700. 8 pm.
Thursday Nights Live at ALCO: Santa Mamba, Latin, American Locomotive Works, 555 Valley St., Providence. 574-2100, www.americanlocomotiveworks.com. 5:30-7 pm. Free. Outdoor concert.
FRI AUG. 15
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Tri-City Elks Lodge #14, 1915 West Shore Rd., Warwick. 737-9510. 8:30 pm-12:30 am.
Steve Burke, jazz, Water's Edge Restaurant and Bar, 743 Putnam Pike (Route 44), Greenville. 349-4707. 8 pm-midnight.
Bobby Ferreira, jazz, The Rhumbline, 62 Bridge St., Newport. 849-3999. 6:30-10 pm.
Mingo Fishtrap, pop, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 9:30 pm. $10.
The Rockin' Soul Horns, rhythm and blues, 20 Water Street, 20 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-3700. 8:30 pm-12:30 am.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
The Lois Vaughan Jazz Trio, Hotel Viking, Rooftop Patio and Bar, 1 Bellevue Ave., Newport. 847-3300. 5-9 pm.
SAT AUG. 16
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Wharf Tavern, 215 Water St., Warren. 245-5043. 8 pm-midnight.
Steve Burke, jazz, Conversations, 441 Forge Rd., East Greenwich. 884-5868. 7-11 pm.
Johnny Edwards Power of Soul, soul and rhythm and blues, Narragansett Cafe, 25 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown. 423-2150. 9:30 pm-1 am. No cover.
Image, pop, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 9 pm-1 am.
Dick Lupino, Ethel Lee and Dave O'Brien, jazz, Greenvale Vineyards, Tasting Room, 582 Wapping Rd., Portsmouth. 847-3777, www.greenvale.com. 1-4 pm.
Rod Luther, jazz, The Rhumbline, 62 Bridge St., Newport. 849-3999. 6:30-10 pm.
Brian Mullaney, jazz and pop, Lobster Pot, 119 Hope St. (Route 114), Bristol. 253-1900. 8-11 pm. No cover.
The Rockin' Soul Horns, rhythm and blues, Table 28, 28 Water St., East Greenwich. 885-1170. 8 pm-midnight.
Steve Smith and the Nakeds, rhythm and blues, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Atrium Lounge, Route 2, Mashantucket, Conn. (800) 200-2882, www.foxwoods.com. 9 pm. No cover.
SUN AUG. 17
The Bandstand Revue, oldies and swing, Peace Dale Village Green, Columbia Street, Peace Dale. 6 pm. Free.
Steve Burke, jazz, Euro Café, 645 Douglas Pike (Route 7), Smithfield. 349-4200. 5-9 pm.
Caribbean Candy, jazz, Hotel Viking, Rooftop Patio and Bar, 1 Bellevue Ave., Newport. 847-3300. 4-8 pm.
Dick Lupino and Jordan Nunes, jazz, Castle Hill Inn and Resort, 590 Ocean Drive, Newport. 849-3800. 12:30-3:30 pm.
Mike Lyons and the Blue Moon Orchestra, swing and jazz, Barrington Town Hall, outdoors, 283 County Road, Barrington. 247-1900. 6:30-8:30 pm. Free.
PKD Foundation Fundraiser (2nd Annual): Steve Smith and the Nakeds, The Duke Robillard Band, Alter Ego, The RI Professional Firefighters Pipes and Drums, Coppersonic, The Heavy Rescue Band and Slippery Sneakers Zydeco Band, rhythm and blues, blues, rock and zydeco, Providence Firefighter's Hall, 90 Printery St., Providence. 741-3407, 272-7999. 11 am-11 pm. $25 includes dinner. Benefit for Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation.
The Lois Vaughan Jazz Quartet with Genevieve Rose, Art Manchester and Jeff Fountain, St. Paul's Church, 12 Marlborough St., Newport. 846-0966. 9:40-11 am.
MON AUG. 18
The John Allmark 16 Piece Jazz Orchestra, Bovi's Town Tavern, 287 Taunton Ave., East Providence. 434-9670. 9 pm.
Antoine Drye and Martin Butler, jazz, Fluke Wine, Bar and Kitchen, 41 Bowen's Wharf, Newport. 849-7778, www.flukewinebar.com. 10 pm. $10.
The Out of Control Funk Band, The Hi-Hat, 3 Davol Square, Providence. 453-6500, www.thehihat.com. 7-11 pm.
posted by Erika, 08/12/08
