Category: Music This Week

Music this week – 22/01/06

Thursday, Jan. 6

Bedford

Copper Door: Chad LaMarsh, 7 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: open mic, 4:30 p.m.

Hermanos: Dave Gerard, 6:30 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: music bingo, 8 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Pete Peterson, 7 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: Chad Verbeck, 5 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Jeff Mrozek, 6 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Steve Sibulkin, 6 p.m.

Wally’s: Chris Toler, 6 p.m.

Whym: music bingo, 6 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: karaoke w/ George Bisson, 8 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: karaoke with DJ Jason, 7 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Londonderry

Stumble Inn: Charlie Chronopoulos, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Angel City: open mic, 8 p.m.

Currier: Alli Beaudry, 5 p.m.

Fratello’s: Ted Solovicos, 5:30 p.m.

KC’s: Jodee Frawlee, 6 p.m.

Strange Brew: Becca Myari, 8 p.m.

Meredith

Giuseppe’s: The Sweetbloods, 5:45 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Chris Lester, 5:30 p.m.

Tomahawk: Joanie Cicatelli, 6:30 p.m.

Milford

Stonecutters Pub: Blues Therapy, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: DJ Rich Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Justin Jordan, 5:30 p.m.

Stones Social: Kevin Horan, 6 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Dave Zangri, 7 p.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: live music, 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 7

Brookline

Alamo: Joe Birch, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: Lucas Gallo, 8 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: Joe McDonald, 7 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Mica Peterson, 8 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Rose Kula, 6 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Bob Tirelli, 6 p.m.

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 8 p.m.

Shane’s Texas Pit: Brian Walker, 8 p.m.

Wally’s: 7 Day Weekend, 9 p.m.

Whym: Sean Coleman, 6:30 p.m.

Henniker

Pats Peak: Justin Cohn, 6 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Bite the Bullet, 8 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Tower Hill Tavern: DJ Kadence with karaoke, 8 p.m.

Londonderry

Coach Shop: Chris Powers, 6 p.m.

Stumble Inn: Jordan and Clint, 8 p.m.

Manchester

Bonfire: Isaiah Bennett, 9 p.m.

Derryfield: Almost Famous, 9 p.m.

The Foundry: live music, 6 p.m.

Fratello’s: Dave Zangri, 6 p.m.

Murphy’s: Chris Fraga, 9:30 p.m.

South Side Tavern: Cox Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Strange Brew: Ken Clark Organ Trio, 9 p.m.

Meredith

Giuseppe’s: Michael Bourgeois, 6 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Austin McCarthy, 6 p.m.

Milford

Pasta Loft: Horizon, 9 p.m.

Stonecutters Pub: DJ Dave O with karaoke, 9 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Doug Thompson, 6 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Jamie Saft Trio, 8 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: karaoke night, 7 p.m.

Portsmouth

Gas Light: Pete Peterson, 9:30 p.m.

Goat: Chris Toler, 9 p.m.

Thirsty Moose: Dave Alves, 9 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Dave Zangri, 6 p.m.

Seabrook

Chop Shop: White Noiz, 8 p.m.

Red’s: live music, 7 p.m.

Stratham

Tailgate Tavern: The DUO, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 8

Alton Bay

Dock Side: Jeff Lines, 8 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: Travis Rollo, 5 p.m.

Concord

Concord Craft Brewing: Alex Cohen, 3 p.m.

Hermanos: Phil Sargent, 6:30 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: Doug Flood, 8:30 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Almost Famous, 8 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Brian James, 6 p.m.

Hampton

The Goat: Jonny Friday Duo, 9 p.m.

Wally’s: Maddi Ryan, 9 p.m.

Whym: Ryan Williamson, 6:30 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102 Tavern: M.F. Law, 8 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Eric Grant, 8 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Londonderry

Coach Shop: Jordan Quinn, 6 p.m.

Stumble Inn: Bar-Hoppers Band, 8 p.m.

Manchester

Angel City: Off the Record, 9 p.m.

Derryfield: Chad LaMarsh Band, 8 p.m.

Fratello’s: Jodee Frawlee, 6 p.m.

The Goat: 7 Day Weekend, 9 p.m.

Great North Aleworks: Paul Nelson, 4 p.m.

McIntyre Ski: Clint Lapointe, 5 p.m.

Murphy’s: Joanie Cicatelli Duo, 9:30 p.m.

Strange Brew: Amorphous Band, 9 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Justin Jordan, 6 p.m.

Milford

Pasta Loft: Mt. Pleasant, 9 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Chris Powers, 6 p.m.

Liquid Therapy: Garrett Partridge Acoustic Triune, 6 p.m.

Millyard Brewery: Adam McCauley, 4 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Sal Johnson & the Crowded Table, 9 p.m.

Portsmouth

Gas Light: Liz Ridgely, 9:30 p.m.

The Goat: Mike Forgette, 9 p.m.

Thirsty Moose: Business Time, 9 p.m.

Seabrook

Chop Shop: Doubleshot, 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 9

Alton Bay

Dockside: Mikey G, 4 p.m.

Bedford

Copper Door: Yvonne Aubert, 11 a.m.

Brookline

Alamo: Mike Freestone, 4:30 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102 Tavern: Better Left Acoustic, 5 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Manchester

Strange Brew: jam, 7 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: open mic, 4 p.m.

Portsmouth

The Goat: Rob Pagnano, 9 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Steve Aubert, 11 a.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: live music, 8 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 10

Hudson

The Bar: karaoke with Phil

Gilford

Patrick’s Pub: open mic w/ Paul Luff, 6 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Londonderry

Stumble Inn: Lisa Guyer, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Phil Jacques, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: live band karaoke, 8 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Chris Powers, 5:30 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: karaoke night, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Austin McCarthy, 5:30 p.m.

Portsmouth

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 9 p.m.

Press Room: open mic, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 11

Concord

Hermanos: State Street Combo, 6:30 p.m.

Tandy’s: open mic night, 8 p.m.

Hampton

Shane’s: music bingo, 7 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: line dancing, 7 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Ryan Williamson, 5:30 p.m.

KC’s Rib Shack: Paul & Nate open mic, 7 p.m.

Strange Brew: David Rousseau, 7 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Dave Zangri, 5:30 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Phil Jakes, 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 12

Concord

Area 23: open mic, 6 p.m.

Hermanos: State Street Combo, 6:30 p.m.

Tandy’s: karaoke, 8 p.m.

Hampton

Bogie’s: open mic, 7 p.m.

Wally’s: Chris Toler, 7 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: Old Gold, 7 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Musical Bingo Nation, 7 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Joanie Cicatelli, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: country line dancing, 7 p.m.

Stark Brewing: Cox Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Strange Brew: Howard & Mike’s Acoustic Jam, 8 p.m.

Meredith

Giuseppe’s: Paul Warnick, 5:45 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Justin Cohn, 5:30 p.m.

Milford

Stonecutters Pub: open mic, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Dave Zangri, 5:30 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Phileep, 7 p.m.

Rochester

Porter’s: karaoke night, 6:30 p.m.

Somersworth

Speakeasy: open mic night, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 13

Bedford

Copper Door: Justin Jordan, 7 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: open mic, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Hermanos: Chris Peters, 6:30 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: music bingo, 8 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Tim Theriault, 7 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: Artty Francouer, 5 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Paul Lussier, 6 p.m.

Shows

• Christian Sands Quartet Thursday, Jan. 6, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Purging Sin/King’s Petition Thursday, Jan. 6, Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• James Montgomery Band Friday, Jan. 7, 7:30 p.m. & 10 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Jamie Saft Trio Friday, Jan. 7, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Fortune Friday, Jan. 7, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Recycled Percussion Saturday, Jan. 8, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Livin’ on a Bad Name (Bon Jovi tribute), Saturday, Jan. 8, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Ranky Tanky Saturday, Jan. 8, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Get the Led Out Saturday, Jan. 8, 8 p.m., Cap Center

• 1964: The Tribute (Beatles Tribute) Sunday, Jan. 9, 7 p.m., Palace Theatre

• The Breathing Process/Worm Shepherd/Alukah/Begat the Nephilim Monday, Jan. 10, 7 p.m., Jewel Music Venue

• Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra Wednesday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Karrin Allyson Friday, Jan. 14, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Ronan Tynan (Irish Tenor) Friday, Jan. 14, 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• EJ Oulette and Crazy Maggie/Carol Coronis Friday, Jan. 14, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Blood, Sweat & Tears Saturday, Jan. 15, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Recycled Percussion Saturday, Jan. 15, 4:30 & 7:30 p.m., Music Hall

• Enox/The War Within/Tactiles/Okami Saturday, Jan. 15, 7 p.m., Jewel Music Venue

• Vanessa Collier Saturday, Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club

• Dueling Pianos Saturday, Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m., Franklin Opera House

• Morgan James Saturday, Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Beatlejuice Saturday, Jan. 15, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Beau Sasser Trio/Slack Tide Saturday, Jan. 15, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Tom Chapin Wednesday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club

• Dave Gererd and Tim Theriault Thursday, Jan. 20, 7 p.m., Stone Church

• Anthony Geraci & the Boston Blues All-Stars Thursday, Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Venue

• An Evening with Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals Friday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m, Palace Theatre

• Red Hot Chili Pipers Friday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Ambrose Akinmusire Friday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Friday, Jan. 21, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Fred Hersch Trio Saturday, Jan. 22, 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club

• Funtcase & SweetTooth Saturday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m., Jewel Music Venue

• Amulus/The Chops Saturday, Jan. 21, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Who’s Bad (tribute to Michael Jackson) Saturday, Jan. 22, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Beechwood & Boomsoss Saturday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• The Gilmour Project Saturday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• The Skunk Sessions Saturday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Portland Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music Series Sunday, Jan. 23, 5:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Citizen Cope Tuesday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m., Music Hall

• Eddie 9V Wednesday, Jan. 26, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Nicholas Payton Thursday, Jan. 27, 7 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Juggalo Jump-Off (Insane Clown Posse tribute) Thursday, Jan. 27, 8 p.m., Jewel Music Venue

• Bearly Dead Thursday, Jan. 27, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Friday, Jan. 28, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Keb’Mo’ Friday, Jan. 28, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• The Bulkheads/Adrienne Mack-Davis/Villains Row Saturday, Jan. 29, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Rachel & Vilray Saturday, Jan. 29, 8 p.m., The Historic Theatre/Music Hall

• Blitzkid The Reunion Kickoff Tour Wednesday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m., Jewel

• Joel Ross Quintet Wednesday, Feb. 2, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Shmeika Copeland Thursday, Feb. 3, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Foreigners Journey (tribute to Foreigner and Journey) Thursday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• King Solomon Hicks Friday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club

• Enter the Haggis Friday, Feb. 4, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Phil Vassar Friday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Cowboy Junkies Friday, Feb. 4, 8 p.m., The Historic Theatre/Music Hall

• Tusk (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) Friday, Feb. 4, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Cash Unchained — The Ultimate Johnny Cash Tribute Saturday, Feb. 5, 7 p.m., Cap Center

• Mike Giradis’ Big Swingin’ Thing Saturday, Feb. 5, Flying Monkey

The Music Roundup 22/01/06

Local music news & events

• Prime cuts: While partaking in a namesake 3-pound steak, or lighter fare, listen to Joanie Cicatelli perform. A veteran musician who attended New England Conservatory, her tastes run towards classic acts like Fleetwood Mac and The Pretenders. She’s also a part of Boston guitarist Barry Goudreau’s Engine Room, providing lead and backup vocals, along with her own band Cool Change, formed in the early 2000s. Thursday, Jan. 6, 6:30 p.m., Tomahawk Tavern, 454 Daniel Webster Hwy., Merrimack, tomahawktavern.com.

• Crafty jamming: Enjoy a bountiful microbrew selection and music from Slack Tide, a quintet stretching the jam band genre’s definition. It’s led by Berklee-trained guitarist Chris Cyrus, who grew up on Jack Johnson and Sublime, while also listening to psychedelic rockers like The Doors and the Dead. “My two big influences were hippie rock and white boy reggae,” he said, “and to make the best party I can.” Friday, Jan. 7, 4 p.m., Pipe Dream Brewing, 49 Harvey Road, Londonderry, pipedreambrewingnh.com.

• Laugh launch: After a successful New Year’s Eve event, weekly comedy kicks off with Jason Merrill at a downtown eatery offering a large draft beer selection. Area standup fans will remember when this venue held a regular midweek open mic. Presented by Dave Rattigan’s Scamps Comedy Productions, the show also includes Chris Cameron, Colleen McCauley, Ryan Shea, Bill Douglass and Amber Born. Saturday, Jan. 8, 8 p.m., Murphy’s Taproom, 494 Elm St., Manchester, tickets $20 at eventbrite.com.

• Barn burner: Finish off the weekend in a bucolic setting with a Blues Brunch led by guitarists Rick Campbell and Leadfoot Sam Markson. The two trade scorching licks on their original song, “Lockdown Quarantine Blues,” written back in 2020, as well as running through a range of other stellar selections. “International Blues Man” Leadfoot Sam has a good sampling on his personal SoundCloud page. Sunday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m., Twin Barns Brewing Co., 194 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith, twinbarnsbrewing.com.

• Royal visit: The first family of New Orleans jazz stops by as Delfeayo Marsalis & The Uptown Jazz Orchestra perform at a Seacoast music showcase. A gifted trombone player with a long production resume as well, Marsalis’s credits include founding the Uptown Music Theatre in his home city and training hundreds of young musicians, while staging multiple productions. Wednesday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m., Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth. Tickets $30 to $85 at ticketmaster.com.

Music this week – 21/12/30

Thursday, Dec. 30

Bedford

Copper Door: Jordan Quinn, 7 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: Jeff Mrozek, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Hermanos: Brian Booth, 6:30 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: music bingo, 8 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Justin Jordan, 7 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: Max Sullivan, 5 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Jennifer Mitchell, 6 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Don Severance, 6 p.m.

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 8 p.m.

Wally’s: Chris Toler, 8 p.m.

Whym: music bingo, 6 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: karaoke w/ George Bisson, 8 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: karaoke with DJ Jason, 7 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Londonderry

Stumble Inn: Rob & Jody, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Angel City: open mic, 8 p.m.

Currier: Kevin Horan, 5 p.m.

Fratello’s: Joanie Cicatelli, 5:30 p.m.

KC’s: Jessica Olson, 6 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Clint Lapointe, 5:30 p.m.

Tomahawk: Chad LaMarsh, 6:30 p.m.

Milford

Stonecutters Pub: Blues Therapy, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: DJ Rich Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Austin McCarthy, 5:30 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Bearly Dead, 9 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Pete Peterson, 7 p.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: Pete Massa, 7 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 31

Amherst

LaBelle: Freese Brothers Big Band, 9 p.m.

Auburn

Auburn Pitts: Stuck in Time, 7 p.m.

Bedford

Copper Door: Jordan Quinn, 6 p.m.

Boscawen

Alan’s: Stray Dog, 8 p.m.

Bow

Chen Yang Li: DJ Kenny, 8 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: Brian Weeks, 4:30 p.m.

Chichester

Flannel Tavern: Dave Graham, 6 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: Faith Ann Band, 7 p.m.

Penuche’s: Felix Holt, 9 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: Pop Rox, 9 p.m.

LaBelle: The Freese Brothers Big Band, 6:30 p.m.

Dover

603 Bar & Lounge: DJ Deja and Pete Vitello, 9 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: Christopher Voss, 5 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Paul Lussier, 5 p.m.

Hampton

Ashworth by the Sea: live band, DJ, 6:30 p.m.

CR’s: Rico Barr Trio, 6 p.m.

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 8 p.m.

L Street Tavern: Craig LaGrassa, 8 p.m.

Wally’s: Down 5th, 9 p.m.

Henniker

Pats Peak: The McMurphys, 6 p.m.

Hillsborough

Hillsborough Moose Lodge: Cellar Dwellers, Superbug and Probably Cause, 6 p.m.

Hudson

Backstreet Bar & Grill: DJ Bobby Lane, 8 p.m.

Lynn’s 102: Sindicate, 8 p.m.

Nan King: Patty Shock’s Energizer Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Bite the Bullet, 8 p.m.

Laconia

The Big House: Back in the Day, 8 p.m.

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

High Octane: EXP Band, 8 p.m.

Tower Hill Tavern: DJ Kadence with karaoke, 8 p.m.

Londonderry

Coach Shop: Pete Peterson, 6 p.m.

Stumble Inn: Swipe Right, 9 p.m.

Manchester

Angel City: Everybody Wants Some (Van Halen tribute), The Hellion (Judas Priest tribute) and Calienta Pistolas, 7 p.m.

Belmont: DJ Hustle Boy, 7 p.m.

Bonfire: Martin & Kelly, 9 p.m.

Breezeway: Drag Roulette, 8 p.m.

Cercle Club: Plan B, 6 p.m.

Derryfield: Chad LaMarsh Band, 9 p.m.

Farm Bar & Grille: DJ Sammy Smoove and DJ Real Ace, 8 p.m.

The Foundry: Tyler Levs, 6 p.m.

Fratello’s: Clint Lapointe & Phil Jakes, 6 p.m.

The Goat: Those Guys, 8 p.m.

Murphy’s: Dancing Madly Backwards, 9:30 p.m.

Shaskeen: DJ Myth, 8 p.m.

South Side Tavern: Cox Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Strange Brew: One Big Soul, 8:30 p.m.

Sweeney Post: The Lexi James Band, 8 p.m.

XO Bistro: Acoustic Moxie, 6:30 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Ralph Allen, 6 p.m.

Milford

Pasta Loft: Fatha Groove, 9 p.m.

Stonecutters Pub: DJ Dave O with karaoke, 9 p.m.

Moultonborough

Buckey’s: Red Hat Band, 9 p.m.

Nashua

Boston Billiard Club: The Apathetics, 9 p.m.

Fody’s: Joe Wedge, 10 p.m.

Fratello’s: Justin Jordan, 6 p.m.

Peddler’s Daughter: live DJ, 5 p.m.

Stella Blu: Austin McCarthy, 8 p.m.

New Boston

Molly’s: Joe Birch, 7 p.m.

New Market

Stone Church: John Medeski, 9 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: karaoke night, 7 p.m.

Plaistow

Crow’s Nest: DJ Golo, 9 p.m.

Portsmouth

Gas Light: Sean Coleman, 9:30 p.m.

Gibb’s Garage Bar: Elijah Clark, 7 p.m.

Grill 28: Dave Gerard of Truffle, 6 p.m.

The Goat: Chris Toler, 9 p.m.

Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues: Eddie Palmieri & La Perfecta Big Band, 7 p.m.

Statey: Max Sullivan, 8 p.m.

Thirsty Moose: Mattson, 9 p.m.

Rochester

Elks Lodge: Vill Vendasi, 9 p.m.

Governors Inn: Dueling Pianos Bash, 7:30 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Jodee Frawlee, 6 p.m.

Jocelyn’s: Brian Walker, 8 p.m.

Tuscan Village: The Deviant, 8 p.m.

Seabrook

Chop Shop: Band, Inc., and Leaving Eden, 7 p.m.

Red’s: Undercover, 7 p.m.

Stratham

Tailgate Tavern: Alan Roux, 7 p.m.

Windham

Castleton: Joey Dion, 7 p.m.

Common Man: Karen Grenier, 6 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 1

Brookline

Alamo: Justin Jordan, 5 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: Blues Brothers, 8 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Brian Johnson, 8 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Acoustic Moxie, 6 p.m.

Hampton

The Goat: live music, 9 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Ryan Palma, 8 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Londonderry

Coach Shop: Clint Lapointe, 6 p.m.

Stumble Inn: Zach Newbound Duo, 8 p.m.

Manchester

Derryfield: The Far, 8 p.m.

Fratello’s: Joanie Cicatelli, 6 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Chris Powers, 6 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Dave Zangri, 6 p.m.

Portsmouth

Gas Light: Lewis Goodwin, 9:30 p.m.

The Goat: Mike Forgette, 9 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 2

Alton Bay

Dockside: Chris O’Neill, 4 p.m.

Bedford

Copper Door: Phil Jakes, 11 a.m.

Brookline

Alamo: live music, 4:30 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Manchester

The Goat: Mike Forgette, 10 a.m.

Strange Brew: jam, 7 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: open mic, 4 p.m.

Portsmouth

The Goat: Rob Pagnano, 9 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Jodee Frawlee, 11 a.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: live music, 8 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 3

Hudson

The Bar: karaoke with Phil

Gilford

Patrick’s Pub: open mic w/ Paul Luff, 6 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Londonderry

Stumble Inn: Lisa Guyer, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Phil Jacques, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: live band karaoke, 8 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Chris Cavanaugh, 5:30 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: karaoke night, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Ryan Williamson, 5:30 p.m.

Portsmouth

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 9 p.m.

Press Room: open mic, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 4

Concord

Tandy’s: open mic night, 8 p.m.

Hampton

Shane’s: music bingo, 7 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: line dancing, 7 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Jeff Mrozek, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: Rob Pagnano, 9 p.m.

KC’s Rib Shack: Paul & Nate open mic, 7 p.m.

Strange Brew: David Rousseau, 7 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Jae Mannion, 5:30 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Josh Foster, 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 5

Brookline

Alamo: live music, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: open mic, 6 p.m.

Tandy’s: karaoke, 8 p.m.

Hampton

Bogie’s: open mic, 7 p.m.

Wally’s: Chris Toler, 7 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: Chris & Paul Belley, 7 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Musical Bingo Nation, 7 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Austin McCarthy, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: country line dancing, 7 p.m.

Stark Brewing: Cox Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Strange Brew: Howard & Mike’s Acoustic Jam, 8 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Doug Thompson, 5:30 p.m.

Milford

Stonecutters Pub: open mic, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Chris Cavanaugh, 5:30 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: The Quahogs w/Faith Ann, 7 p.m.

Rochester

Porter’s: karaoke night, 6:30 p.m.

Somersworth

Speakeasy: open mic night, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 30

Bedford

Copper Door: Chad LaMarsh, 7 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: live music, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Hermanos: live music, 6:30 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: music bingo, 8 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Pete Peterson, 7 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: Chad Verbeck, 5 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Jeff Mrozek, 6 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Steve Sibulkin, 6 p.m.

Goat: Alex Anthony, 8 p.m.

Wally’s: Chris Toler, 6 p.m.

Whym: music bingo, 6 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: karaoke w/ George Bisson, 8 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: karaoke with DJ Jason, 7 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Londonderry

Stumble Inn: Charlie Chronopoulos, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Currier: Alli Beaudry, 5 p.m.

Fratello’s: Ted Solovicos, 5:30 p.m.

KC’s: Jodee Frawlee, 6 p.m.

Strange Brew: Becca Myari, 8 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Chris Lester, 5:30 p.m.

Tomahawk: Joanie Cicatelli, 6:30 p.m.

Milford

Stonecutters Pub: Blues Therapy, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: DJ Rich Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Justin Jordan, 5:30 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Dave Zangri, 7 p.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: live music, 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 7

Brookline

Alamo: live music, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: Lucas Gallo, 8 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: Joe Macdonald, 7 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Mica Peterson, 8 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Rose Kula, 6 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Bob Tirelli, 6 p.m.

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 8 p.m.

Shane’s Texas Pit: Brian Walker, 8 p.m.

Wally’s: 7 Day Weekend, 9 p.m.

Whym: Sean Coleman, 6:30 p.m.

Henniker

Pats Peak: Justin Cohn, 6 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Bite the Bullet, 8 p.m.

Laconia

Fratello’s: live piano, 5:30 p.m.

Tower Hill Tavern: DJ Kadence with karaoke, 8 p.m.

Londonderry

Coach Shop: Chris Powers, 6 p.m.

Stumble Inn: Jordan and Clint, 8 p.m.

Manchester

Bonfire: Isaiah Bennett, 9 p.m.

Derryfield: Almost Famous, 9 p.m.

The Foundry: live music, 6 p.m.

Fratello’s: Dave Zangri, 6 p.m.

Murphy’s: Chris Fraga, 9:30 p.m.

South Side Tavern: Cox Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Strange Brew: Ken Clark Organ Trio, 9 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Austin McCarthy, 6 p.m.

Milford

Pasta Loft: Horizon, 9 p.m.

Stonecutters Pub: DJ Dave O with karaoke, 9 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Doug Thompson, 6 p.m.

New Market

Stone Church: Jamie Saft Trio, 8 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: karaoke night, 7 p.m.

Portsmouth

Gas Light: Pete Peterson, 9:30 p.m.

Goat: Chris Toler, 9 p.m.

Thirsty Moose: Dave Alves, 9 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Dave Zangri, 6 p.m.

Seabrook

Chop Shop: White Noiz, 8 p.m.

Red’s: live music, 7 p.m.

Stratham

Tailgate Tavern: The DUO, 7 p.m.

Shows

• Recycled Percussion Wednesday, Dec. 29, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 31, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 1, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Bearly Dead Thursdays Thursday, Dec. 30, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Adam Ezra Group Friday, Dec. 31, 5:30 & 9 p.m., Tupelo

• Club d’Elf Friday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• New Year’s Eve Champagne Pops with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Friday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• Dueling Pianos Friday, Dec. 31, 10 p.m., Chunky’s Manchester

• Purging Sin/King’s Petition Thursday, January 6, Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Brooks Young Band Friday, Jan. 7, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Jamie Saft Trio Friday, Jan. 7, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Fortune Friday, Jan. 7, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Livin’ on a Bad Name (Bon Jovi tribute), Jan. 8, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Recycled Percussion Saturday, Jan. 8, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Get the Led Out Saturday, Jan. 8, 8 p.m., Cap Center

• 1964: The Tribute (Beatles Tribute) Sunday, Jan. 9, 7 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Walter Trout Sunday, January 9, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Ronan Tynan (Irish Tenor) Friday, Jan. 14, 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• EJ Oulette and Crazy Maggie/Carol Coronis Friday, Jan. 14, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Blood, Sweat & Tears Saturday, Jan. 15, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Recycled Percussion Saturday, Jan. 15, 4:30 & 7:30 p.m., Music Hall

• Dueling Pianos Saturday, Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m., Franklin Opera House

• Morgan James Saturday, Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Beau Sasser Trio/Slack Tide Saturday, Jan. 15, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Beatlejuice Saturday, Jan. 15, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Dave Gererd and Tim Theriault Thursday, Jan. 20, 7 p.m., Stone Church

• An Evening with Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals Friday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m, Palace Theatre

• Red Hot Chili Pipers Friday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Friday, Jan. 21, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Amulus/The Chops Saturday, Jan. 21, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Who’s Bad (tribute to Michael Jackson) Saturday, Jan. 22, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Beechwood & Boomsoss Saturday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• The Gilmour Project Saturday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• The Skunk Sessions Saturday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Citizen Cope Tuesday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m., Music Hall

• Bearly Dead Thursday, Jan. 27, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Friday, Jan. 28, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Keb’Mo’ Friday, Jan. 28, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• The Bulkheads/Adrienne Mack-Davis/Villains Row Saturday, Jan. 29, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Rachel & Vilray Saturday, Jan. 29, 8 p.m., The Historic Theatre/Music Hall

• Blitzkid The Reunion Kickoff Tour Wednesday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m., Jewel

• Foreigners Journey (tribute to Foreigner and Journey) Thursday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Enter the Haggis Thursday, February 4, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Phil Vassar Friday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Cowboy Junkies Friday, February 4, 8 p.m., The Historic Theatre/Music Hall

• Tusk (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) Friday, Feb. 4, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Cash Unchained — The Ultimate Johnny Cash Tribute Saturday, Feb. 5, 7 p.m., Cap Center

• Mike Giradis’ Big Swingin’ Thing Saturday, Feb. 5, Flying Monkey

• Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre — Aqualung 50th Anniversary Tour Saturday, Feb. 5, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Mike Dawes and Yasmin Williams Saturday, Feb. 5, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Pink Talking Fish (Pink Floyd/Talking Heads/Phish tribute band) Saturday, Feb. 5, 8 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 6, 1 p.m., The Historic Theatre/Music Hall

• Moondance: The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert Thursday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., The Rex Theatre

• The Highwayman Live — A Musical Tribute (tribute to the band featuring Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings) Thursday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m, Palace Theatre

• Croce plays Croce Thursday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Andrew North and the Rangers Thursday, Feb. 10, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Taylor O’Donnell Friday, Feb. 11, 6 and 8 p.m., The Historic Venue/Music Hall

• Bruce in the USA (Bruce Springsteen tribute band) Friday, Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m., Dana Center

• Livingston Taylor Friday, Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Kat Wright Saturday, Feb. 12, 6 and 8 p.m., Historic Venue/Music Hall

• Ali Beaudry’s Song Fest Saturday, Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Big Blues Winter Warmer: Roomful of Blues & Joe Louis Walker Saturday, Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison Tuesday, February 15, Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Eaglemania (World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band) Friday, Feb. 18, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Dark Desert Eagles (The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band) Saturday, Feb. 19, 8 p.m., Granite State Music Hall

• Jazzical Saturday, Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m., Franklin Opera House

• Rose Tattoo with Stevie Ramone Band, Sunday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m., Jewel

• Sara Evans Sunday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m., Tupelo

• Natalie MacMaster and Donal Leahy Tuesday, Feb. 22, 4 p.m., Dana Center

• Alan Doyle with Chris Trapper Thursday, Feb. 24, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Rick Springfield “Stripped Down” Thursday, Feb. 24, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Natalie MacMaster Friday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Soggy Po’ Boys Friday, Feb 25, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Big Band of Brothers (jazz tribute to the Allman Brothers) Friday, Feb 25, 8 p.m., The Historic Theatre/Music Hall

• Lotus Lan Friday, Feb. 25, and Saturday, Feb. 26, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Damn the Torpedoes (tribute to Tom Petty) Friday, February 25, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Almost Queen (tribute to the band Queen) Saturday, Feb. 26, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Another Tequila Sunrise (tribute to the Eagles), Saturday, Feb. 26, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy Sunday, Feb. 27, 4 p.m., Music Hall

• David Wax Museum Sunday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., Word Barn

• Aoife O’Donovan/Yasmin Williams Tuesday, March 1 7:30 p.m., Music Hall

• Tower of Power Thursday, March 3, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Michael Ray Friday March 4, 6 p.m., Granite State Music Hall

• Talisk Friday, March 4, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• The Tallest Man on Earth Friday, March 4, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• Talisk Friday, March 4, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Laurie Berkner Solo! “The Greatest Hits” Show Saturday, March 5, 11 a.m, Tupelo

• Celtic Angels Ireland Saturday, March 5, 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Neon Wave and Lovesexy Saturday, March 5, 8 p.m.,

• The Brit Pack Sunday, March 6, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Arrival from Sweden (The Music of ABBA) Tuesday, March 8, and Wednesday, March 9, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• The Psychedelic Furs Wednesday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Big Mountain and Mighty Mystic Thursday, March 10, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• The Outlaws Friday, March 11, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Jake Clemons Saturday, March 12, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Stephen Marley Saturday, March 12, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Ye Vagabonds and Kalos Saturday, March 12, 7:30 p.m., Dana Center

• Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Sunday, March 13, 3 p.m., Music Hall

• Teddy Thompson and Jenni Muldaur Sunday, March 13, 7 p.m., Music Hall

• Memphis Jookin’ ft Lil’ Buck Tuesday, March 15, 7 p.m., Cap Center

• Wishbone Ash Thursday, March 17, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Edwin McCain Saturday, March 19, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Ms. Vee and a Badass Band Saturday, March 19, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Postmodern Jukebox — The Grand Reopening Tour Wednesday, March 23, 8 p.m., Cap Center

• Max Weinberg’s Jukebox Thursday, March 24, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Orleans Thursday, March 24, 7:30 p.m., Dana Center

• Kesha Friday, March 25, 8 p.m., Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom

• The Dirty Knobs with Mike Campbell Friday, March 25, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• The Four Phantoms Friday, March 25, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• String Fling Saturday, March 26, 7:30 p.m., Franklin Opera House

• Top of the World — A Carpenter Tribute Sunday, March 27, 7 p.m., Tupelo

• Tommy Castro & the Painkillers Sunday, March 27, 7 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• One Night with Queen (Queen tribute) Wednesday, March 30, 8 p.m., Granite State Music Hall

• Celtic Women Celebration Thursday, March 31, 7:30 p.m., Cap Center

• River Sister Friday, April 1, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Al Stewart Friday, April 1, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Heart by Heart (featuring original Heart members Steve Fossen & Michael Derosier) Saturday, April 2, 8 p.m., Cap Center

• Joe Nichols Saturday, April 2, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Cole Swindell/Travis Denning/Ashley Cook Sunday, April 3, 8 p.m., Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom

• Straight No Chaser Wednesday, April 6, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• Bela Fleck & The Flecktones Thursday, April 7, 7:30 p.m., Cap Center

• Colin Hay Friday, April 8, 8 p.m., Cap Center

• Tony Emmauel with special guest Yasmin Williams Saturday, April 9, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Adam Ezra Group Saturday, April 9, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage

• The Queen’s Cartoonists (Gile Concert Series) Sunday, April 10, 7 p.m., Cap Center

• The Bacon Brothers Thursday, April 15, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Gary Puckett & the Union Gap Friday, April 15, 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Peter Noone & Herman’s Hermits Friday, April 15 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• The Sixties Show Saturday, April 16, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Melissa Etheridge Thursday, April 21, 8 p.m., Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom

• New Hampshire Fiddle Ensemble Saturday, April 23, 7 p.m., Franklin Opera House

• Glenn Miller Orchestra Saturday, April 23 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

The Music Roundup 21/12/30

Local music news & events

• Familiar tunes: Roll into the long weekend with Eddie Sands, a singer and guitarist with a lengthy list of cover songs, including “Leader of the Band” from Dan Fogelberg, James Taylor’s “Steamroller Blues” and Kenny Loggins’ ode to his brother, “Danny’s Song.” The venue is a dual market and eatery, serving lunch in the daytime while offering bar fare, burgers, entrees and adult beverages at night. Thursday, Dec. 30, 6:30 p.m., Michael’s Flatbread Bar and Grill, 8 Stiles Road, Salem.

• New crew: Among the many possibilities for New Year’s Eve entertainment, the Faith Ann Band is a great choice, with a forthcoming album, In Bloom, and new guitarist Mike Stockbridge bringing a solid jazz background to the group. Check out the latest psychedelic single from the disc on their website, but those with a clown phobia may want to skip the video, which has an unmistakable It vibe. Friday, Dec. 31, 4 p.m., Area 23, 254 N. State St, Unit H (Smokestack Center), Concord, more at thefaithannband.com.

• Start it up: Is timing the best thing about this new year? Continue Friday night’s fun with The Far, a festive six-piece featuring a male and female lead vocal team. Their setlist stays up to the minute; singer Neely Luna’s cover of Adele’s “Easy On Me” is excellent, as is a fun take of Tone & I’s “Dance Monkey.” They also deliver a few classics, such as Boston’s “Foreplay/Long Time” and “Separate Ways” by Journey. Saturday, Jan. 1, 8 p.m., The Derryfield, 625 Mammoth Road, Manchester, more at thefarband.com.

• Battle on: A competition between young local bands, Pizzastock 5.5 is a benefit for the Jason R. Flood Memorial Fund, a nonprofit focused on suicide prevention, access to mental health services and providing a safe space to gather for tweens, teens and young adults. This year’s acts are Rock Bottom, Second to Last Minute and Castle Island. Last year’s winner Cozy Throne will close out the show; Casey Daron of Afterimage hosts. Sunday, Jan. 2, 1 p.m., Tupelo Music Hall, 10 A St., Derry, tickets $15 at tupelohall.com.

• Laugh in: Water cooler comics and raconteurs can try working in front of a crowd at Do You Think You’re Funny? The weekly comedy open mic is held at a unique venue specializing in vintage vinyl and microbrews. The hour-long event is happening for the first time in 2022, so anyone with a New Year’s resolution to try something new and step outside their comfort zone has just the place to test their mettle. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 6:30 p.m., Defiant Records & Craft Beer, 609 Main St., Laconia, defiantnh.com.

Music this week – 21/12/23

Thursday, Dec. 23

Bedford

Copper Door: Lou Antonucci, 7 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: Jordan Quinn, 4:30 p.m.

Hermanos: Paul Hubert, 6:30 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: Karaoke with DJ Dicey, 8 p.m.

Hermanos: Paul Hubert, 6:30 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: music bingo, 8 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Alex Roy, 7 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: David Corson, 5 p.m.

Sea Dog: Todd Hearon, 5 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Brian James, 6 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Barry Brearly, 6 p.m.

Whym: music bingo, 6 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: Karaoke w/ George Bisson, 8 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: karaoke with DJ Jason, 7 p.m.

Londonderry

Stumble Inn: Mugsy Duo, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Angel City: open mic with Jonny Friday, 8 p.m.

Currier: Alli Beaudry, 5 p.m.

Fratello’s: Paul Lussier, 5:30 p.m.

KC’s: Pete Peterson, 6 p.m.

Strange Brew: Peter Higgins, 8 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Justin Cohn, 5:30 p.m.

Milford

The Hills: Justin Jordan, 5:30 p.m.

Stonecutters Pub: Blues Therapy, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: DJ Rich karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Clint Lapointe, 5:30 p.m.

Stella Blu: Ryan Williamson, 8 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Myles Burr & Designated Drive & Citizen Kane, 8 p.m.

Stones Social: live music, 4 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: music bingo, 6:30 p.m.

Portsmouth

Clipper Tavern: Max Sullivan, 9 p.m.

Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues: live music, 7:30 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Chad Lamarsh, 7 p.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: Francoix Simard, 7 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 24

Bedford

Copper Door: Nate Comp, 4 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: early music event, 9 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Jeff Auger, 6 p.m.

Manchester

Angel City: musical bingo, 6:30 p.m.

The Goat: MB Padfield, 8 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: karaoke night, 7 p.m.

Rochester

Potter’s: Max Sullivan, 6:30 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Phil Jakes, 4 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 25

Bow

Chen Yang Li: Mikey G, 7 p.m.

Manchester

The Goat: MB Padfield, 8 p.m.

Portsmouth

The Goat: Mike Forgette, 9 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 26

Alton Bay

Dockside: Matt Laughlin, 4 p.m.

Bedford

Copper Door: Steve Prisby, 11 a.m.

Brookline

Alamo: Jae Mannion, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Craft Brewing: Colin Hart, 3 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: Parker Richards, 11 a.m.; Elijah Clark, 3 p.m.

Hampton

Whym: Max Sullivan, noon

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: Tequila Jim, 5 p.m.

Manchester

The Goat: Mike Forgette, 10 a.m.

Strange Brew: jam, 7 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Sans Souci JGB, 3 p.m.; open mic night, 7 p.m.

Northfield

Boonedoxz Pub: open mic, 4 p.m.

Portsmouth

The Goat: Rob Pagnano, 9 p.m.

Marriott: Killough & O’Neill, 11 a.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Steve Aubert, 11 a.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: Amanda Cote, 8 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 27

Concord

Area 23: Irish music, 6 p.m.

Hudson

The Bar: karaoke with Phil

Gilford

Patrick’s Pub: open mic w/ Paul Luff, 6 p.m.

Londonderry

7-20-4: live music, 5 p.m.

Stumble Inn: Lisa Guyer, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Phil Jakes, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: live band karaoke, 8 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Justin Jordan, 5:30 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: karaoke night, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Ted Solovicos, 5:30 p.m.

Portsmouth

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 9 p.m.

Press Room: open mic, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec 28

Concord

Hermanos: Scott Solsky, 6:30 p.m.

Tandy’s: open mic night, 8 p.m.

Hampton

Shane’s: music bingo, 7 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: line dancing, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Jodee Frawlee, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: Rob Pagnano, 9 p.m.

KC’s Rib Shack: Paul & Nate open mic, 7 p.m.

Strange Brew: David Rousseau, 7 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Dave Zangri, 5:30 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Sean Coleman, 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 29

Brookline

Alamo: Ralph Allen, 4:30 p.m.

Concord

Area 23: open mic, 6 p.m.

Hermanos: Brian Booth, 6:30 p.m.

Penuche’s: Lee Ross, 9 p.m.

Tandy’s: karaoke, 8 p.m.

Exeter

Sea Dog: Gabby Martin, 5 p.m.

Hampton

Bogie’s: open mic, 7 p.m.

Wally’s: Chris Toler, 7 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: Chris & Paul Belley, 7 p.m., 7 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: Musical Bingo Nation, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Fratello’s: Jeff Mrozek, 5:30 p.m.

The Goat: country line dancing, 7 p.m.

Stark Brewing: Cox Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Strange Brew: Howard & Mike’s Acoustic Jam, 8 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Chris Cavanaugh, 5:30 p.m.

Milford

Stonecutters Pub: open mic, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fratello’s: Doug Thompson, 5:30 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Villains w/ Bass Sabbath & Jake Russell, 7 p.m.

Rochester

Porter’s: karaoke night, 6:30 p.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: Charlie Chronopoulos, 7 p.m.

Somersworth

Speakeasy: open mic night, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 30

Bedford

Copper Door: Jordan Quinn, 7 p.m.

Brookline

Alamo: Jeff Mrozek, 4:30 p.m.

Hermanos: Brian Booth, 6:30 p.m.

Derry

Fody’s: music bingo, 8 p.m.

Epping

Telly’s: Justin Jordan, 7 p.m.

Exeter

Sawbelly: David Corson, 5 p.m.

Goffstown

Village Trestle: Jennifer Mitchell, 6 p.m.

Hampton

CR’s: Don Severance, 6 p.m.

The Goat: Alex Anthony, 8 p.m.

Whym: music bingo, 6 p.m.

Hudson

Lynn’s 102: Karaoke w/ George Bisson, 8 p.m.

Kingston

Saddle Up Saloon: karaoke with DJ Jason, 7 p.m.

Londonderry

Stumble Inn: Rob & Jody, 7 p.m.

Manchester

Currier: Kevin Horan, 5 p.m.

Fratello’s: Joanie Cicatelli, 5:30 p.m.

KC’s: Jessica Olson, 6 p.m.

Merrimack

Homestead: Chris Lapointe, 5:30 p.m.

Tomahawk: Chad LaMarsh, 6:30 p.m.

Milford

Stonecutters Pub: Blues Therapy, 8 p.m.

Nashua

Fody’s: DJ Rich Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Fratello’s: Austin McCarthy, 5:30 p.m.

Newmarket

Stone Church: Bearly Dead, 9 p.m.

Salem

Copper Door: Pete Peterson, 7 p.m.

Seabrook

Red’s: Pete Massa, 7 p.m.

Concerts

• Christmas with the Spain Brothers with Green Heron Thursday, Dec. 23, 7 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Recycled Percussion Monday, Dec. 27, 4 p.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 28, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 29, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 31, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Bearly Dead Thursdays Thursday, Dec. 30, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Adam Ezra Group Friday, Dec. 31, 5:30 & 9 p.m., Tupelo

• Club d’Elf Friday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• New Year’s Eve Champagne Pops with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Friday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• Brooks Young Band Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• Jamie Saft Trio Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Fortune Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Livin’ on a Bad Name (Bon Jovi tribute), Jan. 8, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Recycled Percussion Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Get the Led Out Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, 8 p.m., Cap Center

• 1964: The Tribute (Beatles Tribute) Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, 7 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Ronan Tynan (Irish Tenor) Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• EJ Oulette and Crazy Maggie/Carol Coronis Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Beatlejuice Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Blood, Sweat & Tears Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Recycled Percussion Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, 4:30 & 7:30 p.m., Music Hall

• Dueling Pianos Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Franklin Opera House

• Morgan James Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Rex Theatre

• Beau Sasser Trio/Slack Tide Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Dave Gererd and Tim Theriault Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, 7 p.m., Stone Church

• An Evening with Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, 7:30 p.m, Palace Theatre

• Red Hot Chili Pipers Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• The Gilmour Project Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, 8 p.m., Tupelo

• Who’s Bad (tribute to Michael Jackson) Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre

• Beechwood & Boomsoss Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, 8 p.m., Bank of NH Stage in Concord

• The Skunk Sessions Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, 8 p.m., Stone Church

• Citizen Cope Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Music Hall

• Bearly Dead Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022, 9 p.m., Stone Church

• Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey

• Keb’Mo’ Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, 8 p.m., Music Hall

• The Bulkheads/Adrienne Mack-Davis/Villains Row Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, 8 p.m., Stone Church

The Music Roundup 21/12/23

Local music news & events

• Back for Xmas: In what’s become a holiday tradition, Abrielle Scharff returns for her fifth annual Abby Holidays show. Now living in New York City — a few years back, her original “New York Makes Me Cry” earned a top three finish in Pop Dust’s Coffee Music Project competition — the Portsmouth native promises “seasonal songs, bad jokes and a lot of love” for her homecoming set. Thursday, Dec. 23, 7 p.m., Portsmouth Book & Bar, 40 Pleasant St,, Portsmouth. Tickets $20 and $25 at eventbrite.com.

• Lead into fun: Head to a music-friendly taphouse and eatery for Early Music Christmas Eve, a local showcase starring Becca Myari, Angela Stewart, John Farese and Crazy Steve sharing songs, stories and good cheer. Singer and guitarist Myari has a gorgeous acoustic rendition of the classic “O Holy Night” to anticipate, along with various stouts and barley wines. Friday, Dec. 24, 4 p.m., Area 23, 254 N. State St., Unit H (Smokestack Center), Concord, facebook.com/area23concord.

• Rock it forward: Work out post-Christmas ya-yas at Holiday Hardcore Fest 2021, a two-stage event commencing in late afternoon with a sprawling list of bands including Trauma Kit, Hard Target, Sophisticated Adult, Clock Out, I Know A Ghost, Bleach Temple, Trading Heroes For Ghosts, Duress, Spit, Duress, Ten to One, Voluntary Victim, Choke Out, and Slug; by showtime likely a few more will be added. Sunday, Dec. 26, 5 p.m., Jewel Music Venue, 61 Canal St., Manchester, $12 and up at eventbrite.com.

• Tri tip time: Joined by area mainstays Paul Costley and Nate Comp, Jess Olson hosts an Artist Showcase. The Granite State singer-guitarist has kept busy of late, recently spending time in Nashville, sharing a stage with new expat Amanda McCarthy at Pete & Terry’s Tavern, and performing at a songwriter round at the Copper Branch club there, along with doing a photo shoot at the Opryland Resort. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 7 p.m., KC’s Rib Shack, 837 Second St., Manchester, facebook.com/TheJessOlsonBand.

• All in one: Midweek mirth and music, including an EDM-infused version of “Tequila,” comes from Lee Ross, a Boston dance machine who works keyboards, horns and a psychedelic light show into his act. If that’s not enough, his wild head of hair takes over. One set highlight is the New Orleans second line staple “Money Back,” and he also has a long list of funk, reggae and rhythm & blues bangers at the ready. Wednesday, Dec. 29, 9 p.m., Penuche’s Ale House, 16 Bicentennial Square, Concord, youtube.com/HouseOfLeeRoss.

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