South Berwick’s annual Hot Summer Nights concert series is ready to spice up South Berwick’s downtown for another season. The concerts take place on the lawn of South Berwick’s Central School. In case of rain, the shows move across the street to First Parish Federal Church. All shows except Sobopalooza run from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and feature opening acts. Slaid Cleaves will appear on a Friday night this year. A newly purchased sound system will enhance the concerts this year. Concerts are free. For more info: www.blog.hotsummernightssobo.com/
Here’s the line up:
PB & J
July 8, 2010- The three part harmonies of Brad Martin, Joe Long, and Pat Long will have you singing along with favorite songs from CSNY to Grateful Dead, and Sister Hazel to Los Lonely Boys! This trio appeals to all generations of music lovers! Don’t miss these amazing acoustic musicians! (Opener: John Malloy)
Marty England and friends
July 15, 2010- Singer/songwriter Martin England has fronted Pondering Judd for 17 years running. In spring 2009, he signed on with Lost Sailor Records and his debut solo album is set for release in fall 2010. England writes in the song-first tradition forged by the likes of Steve Earle, Gram Parsons and Johnny Cash. His songs are emotionally-charged, fueled by rich personal anecdotes, and his lyrics swarm the senses and rouse the imagination with their lucid imagery. (Opener: Molly Mugford)
Slaid Cleaves
July 23, 2010 (FRIDAY NIGHT!)- Grew up in Maine. Lives in Texas. Writes songs. Makes Records. Travels around. Tries to be good. This South Berwick native turned Texan, is an internationally known and respected songwriter and musician. Slaid’s latest CD, Everything You Love Will Be Taken Away, was released last year. Come out and hear his much-anticipated, new songs! Discover why reviewers have called him “one of the best singer/songwriters in the country”. (Opener: James Gilmore)
Susie Burke and David Surette
July 29, 2010- Susie and David have made a name for themselves as one of the finest acts on the lively New England folk scene. Together since 1988, they have built a steady following for their own blend of contemporary, traditional, and original folk and acoustic music. Burke’s vocal style is at once stunning and heartfelt, and is matched by Surette’s fluid fretwork. Both are well-respected within the folk music community, as is demonstrated by the fact that they have appeared as backing musicians on numerous recordings. (Opener: Lisa Graichen and Alex Karosis)
Sobopalooza
Aug 5, 2010-It’s the third annual celebration of young musical talent on the HSN stage! This one-of-a-kind night of performances is by kids, for kids, of kids, and adults will love it. Come hear everything from rock to soul to folk to blues! You’ll be amazed by the talents of these young musicians! (Special time: 5pm- dark)
Rhythm Method
Aug 12, 2010-Rhythm Method has been entertaining a wide variety of audiences since 1997! The band’s success and longevity is due to the professionalism that they bring to each and every gig, as well as their commitment to the music they are performing. The band has played clubs, restaurants, theaters, festivals, wedding receptions, backyard parties, college functions, company parties, cruises, camps, ski- jumping exhibitions, fund raisers, pig roasts, motorcycle rallies, country bandstands/gazebos, and will play most any other occasion you can think of! (Opener: Rico Fabello)
Wooden Eye
Aug 19, 2010-Wooden Eye started out as a recording project, but turned into a band along the way. Wooden Eye is a collaboration of veteran musicians from the New England area. Turning out everything from beautiful traditional ballads to crash-and-burn roots rock, this band is pure Americana. Influenced by folks like the Tarbox Ramblers and Ray Wylie Hubbard, Bob Halperin and the Bullfrog intertwine Country and Blues licks to produce everything from the sublime to the nasty. All of this is supported by the rock solid rhythm section of Joe Rogers and Dan MacLellan. (Opener: Jamie Meader)
