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Scary Pockets Body:

On Sale Schedule -

Patreon presale - Wednesday 11/29 10 AM
Artist presale - Wednesday 11/29 10 AM
Classic member presale - Thursday 11/30 12 noon
General on sale - Friday 12/1 10 AM

We are Scary Pockets, a funk band that releases weekly music videos and covers, in pursuit of the funk. Scary Pockets is Ryan Lerman and Jack Conte, with the help and support from a rotating roster of the best session musicians, singers and producers in the Los Angeles, California area.

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Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors Body:

Drew Holcomb has always charged listeners’ hearts and minds while inspiring them to find joy and community in their 15 years of nonstop touring. And never more so than on his latest album Dragons. His most collaborative to date, the record features artists & songwriters including Lori McKenna, Natalie Hemby, Sean McConnell, The Lone Bellow, and Ellie Holcomb.

Dragons debuted at #1 on several charts; including Billboard Americana / Folk Albums, Amazon New Albums, and iTunes Singer Songwriter. It also led to a feature in Rolling Stone which declared Holcomb “One of Americana’s Most Popular Stars.” With several critically-acclaimed albums under his belt, Holcomb has been featured by NPR, Entertainment Weekly, Billboard, CMT, and more. Holcomb is An Emmy Award-winning artist with music featured in over 75 of TV’s most watched shows. He and his band have also appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! twice.

Among Holcomb’s ambitious projects are Moon River Music Festival, which draws crowds of 10,000 people each year to Chattanooga and Magnolia Record Club, a monthly vinyl subscription service. Holcomb has traveled the globe with a catalog of vibrant, honest songs that explore the full range of American roots music. The band has appeared at countless major festivals including Bonnaroo, ACL, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Stagecoach, and more. They have shared the stage with legendary artists like Willie Nelson, Zac Brown Band, The Avett Brothers, and many more.

On Sale Schedule:

Artist presale - 8/29 11 AM

Member presale - 8/30 12 noon

General on sale - 8/30 12 noon

VIP 1 - Acoustic Performance + Photo Op:

o One (1) ticket to the show

o Early entry into the venue

o Join Drew for an intimate solo acoustic song performance before the main show!

o Photo with Drew

o Specially designed tour poster; autographed by Drew Holcomb

o Limited availability

o *Takes place one (1) hour before doors*

VIP 2 - Bourbon on the Bus:

o One (1) ticket to the show

o Pre-show hang with Drew on the bus prior to the VIP Acoustic performance

o Photo with Drew

o Early entry into the venue

o Join Drew for an intimate solo acoustic song performance before the main show!

o Specially designed tour poster; autographed by Drew Holcomb

o Limited to 10 people

o *Takes place one and a half (1.5) hours before doors*

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Caroline Rose Body:

On Sale Schedule -

Artist Presale - 11/7 12 PM
Classic Member Presale - 11/9 12 PM
General on sale - 11/10 10 AM

From the depths of ethereal indie-folk, Caroline Rose’s latest album The Art Of Forgetting sees her at her most tuned-in and at her most honest. From the very first synth note triggered, the album is a hazy, hum-drum psychedelic soundscape bolstered with big Björkenergy... and an even bigger grandeur to the type of confessional honesty we've not seen present enough in her past work. Their breathy vocals sit right up front in the mix so listeners can hear every single ache and pain in the lyrics. The arrangements balance clean 70s pop with dramatic 00s arena pop, thanks to a prodigious amount of pianos and synths. However, there’s plenty of teeth in the tunes, thanks to regular infusions of fuzzy guitars, silky string sections, quirky bass runs, and trip-hop beats.

Caroline Rose’s The Art of Forgetting VIP Screening

• One GA ticket
• Invitation to a pre-show screening of “The Art of Forgetting” short film
• Limited edition lyric booklet signed by Caroline
• $10 merchandise coupon* and shopping opportunity before doors open to the public
• Commemorative “The Art of Forgetting” movie ticket
• Priority entry into the venue  

*Note: Merchandise coupon is redeemable at this show only

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Joshua Radin Body:

On Sale Schedule -

Artist presale - Tuesday 11/28 10 AM
Classic presale - Thursday 11/30 12 noon
General on sale - Friday 12/1 10 AM

Joshua Radin emerged in 2004 as an empathetic, engaging, and often enthralling troubadour. Over the years, he’s tallied north of 1 billion streams, moved 1 million-plus albums worldwide, and scored a gold certification for the single “I’d Rather Be With You.” His music has appeared in over 200 films, television series, and commercials. In addition to multiple showstopping appearances on Ellen (who also enlisted him to perform at her wedding) and Today Show, and performances on The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!, and Conan, he contributed “Brand New Day” to a commercial in support of the troops at the request of First Ladies Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden. He’s played to sold out crowds around the globe and shared the stage with the likes of Ed Sheeran, Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, Sheryl Crow, Tori Amos and more. Not to mention, he’s a staunch philanthropist who supports Little Kids Rock and North Shore Animal League America (NSALA), among others. Thus far his catalog consists of nine full-length offerings highlighted by fan favorites such as We Were Here, Simple Times, Underwater, Wax Wings, and Here, Right Now.

Following the release of his 2021 acclaimed album The Ghost and The Wall, Joshua left his material existence in the rearview, grabbed a backpack, packed his guitar, picked up a pen and a pad, hit the road in search of new stories to tell. Those stories comprise though the world will tell me so, volumes one & two which were released in 2023

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Shovels & Rope Body:

Husband and wife duo Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst, better known as Shovels & Rope, create timeless Americana music with an exhilarating edge. Inspired as much by the Cramps as Woody Guthrie, the dynamic duo became an overnight sensation with the release of their 2012 debut O’ Be Joyful, earning them high praise from fans and critics alike (as well as the Americana Music Honors & Awards’ prize for Best Emerging Artist). Since then, Shovels & Ropes have exceeded the lofty expectations set by their debut by releasing a series of critically acclaimed albums, as well as creating an award-winning documentary, a series of children’s books, and much more.

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Dopapod Body:

Music resides in the fourth dimension unaffected by the constraints and restrictions of this mortal coil. Instead, it occupies the ether, affecting us emotionally, physically, and spiritually without concrete form or shape. As such, Dopapod access a heightened level of cosmic harmony in their music. The quartet—Eli Winderman [keys, vocals], Rob Compa [guitar, vocals], Chuck Jones [bass], and Neal “Fro” Evans [drums]—present albums as experiences meant to be shared out of your speakers and on stage. After generating millions of streams, packing shows coast-to-coast, and earning acclaim from Rolling Stone, Guitar World, Glide Magazine, and more, the group architect an immersive and expansive vision on their self-titled seventh full-length offering, Dopapod.

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Liz Longley: It's Me Again Tour Body:

Best known for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice, Liz Longley is an accomplished singer-songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. With her deeply emotional music, Longley has earned accolades from some of the most prestigious songwriting competitions in the country, including the BMI John Lennon Songwriting Scholarship Competition.

Her self-titled debut album received critical acclaim, being described as “something more; a cleverness, a wit and a mix of musical styles” (Dallas Morning News) and “stunning” (HuffPost). Her follow up album Weightless, released in 2016, was praised as “a thing of beauty” (Pop Dose) and “packed with instantly memorable pop rock songs…” (Popmatters).

The Berklee College of Music grad worked alongside 5-time Grammy-nominated producer, Paul Moak, on her much awaited sixth album, Funeral For my Past. The journey of her self-release made music industry headlines when her devoted fanbase raised over $150,000 to help her purchase the rights to and independently release the album. Longley became the #4 most funded solo female musician in Kickstarter history - a story covered by Billboard Magazine.

Embraced by the press and music fans alike, Funeral For My Past was described as a “…stunning new album!” (Forbes), “…from Americana to gospel-flavored soul to shimmering pop anthems” (Billboard), and included in “100 Albums Released in 2020 to Put on Your Radar” (Newsweek). The Nashville-based musician has found a loving give-and-take with listeners: Longley shares her music with the world, enriching fans’ lives, and in return, they provide her with the means necessary for her to make music on her own terms.

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Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox – The ‘10’ Tour Body:

Onsale Timeline:

VIP Presale Start: Wednesday, September 27 at 10am local
Classic Member Presale: Thursday, September 28 12 noon
General Onsale: Friday, September 29 at 10am local

When New York City pianist Scott Bradlee created Postmodern Jukebox out of a basement in Queens in 2011, his goal was simple: to remake the pop hits of today into the classic sounds of the legends of yesterday. Miley Cyrus became The Platters. Bruno Mars became Frank Sinatra. The Spice Girls became The Andrews Sisters. Guns ’n’ Roses became Bessie Smith.

Now, nearly a decade later, Postmodern Jukebox has grown to become a pop culture mainstay in its own right, having played over a thousand shows on six continents worldwide — including acclaimed venues like Radio City Music Hall, Sydney Opera House, and Red Rocks Amphitheater. In the process, PMJ has introduced audience to many of the world’s greatest singers, dancers, and instrumentalist — many of whom have gone on to become stars in their own right.

One part celebration of vintage music and culture, one part “’Saturday Night Live’ for singers”, a Postmodern Jukebox show is an unforgettable trip back in time that makes Pop Music History — in your own hometown.

Postmodern Jukebox VIP Package Includes:
-One Premium Reserved ticket in the first ten rows to see Postmodern Jukebox live
-Autographed, Limited edition poster
-VIP access to the merchandise booth and a 25% discount on any available item
-Early entry to the venue
-Early merchandise shopping before doors

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The Moody Blues' John Lodge Body:

John Lodge is bass guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the iconic rock band, The Moody Blues. Songwriter of such mega Moody Blues hits “Ride My See-Saw”, “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock and Roll Band)”, “Isn’t Life Strange?” and many more. Lodge has been performing and recording with The Moody Blues for more than five decades, selling in excess of 70 million albums, whilst also having a successful solo career. Lodge has been voted one of the “10 most influential bass players on the planet,” and has been the recipient of many awards, including ASCAP (American Society of Composers and Publishers), and Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. John was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and in 2019 was given a star in his hometown ‘Walk of Fame’. In 2018, John and the Moody Blues were inducted into the ‘Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’, and in 2019 John was given the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Prog Awards.

The Moody Blues have released 15 studio albums and countless compilations, and John has also released four solo albums; NATURAL AVENUE in 1977, 10,000 LIGHT YEARS AGO in 2015, LIVE FROM BIRMINGHAM, THE 10,000 LIGHT YEARS TOUR in 2017, and B Yond in 2019. B Yond included three new tracks plus a ‘best of’ from John’s career. He also released the duo album BLUE JAYS in 1975 with Justin Hayward, and were voted the Top Duo for that year.

John Lodge Merch and Video Message VIP Package Details

-Premium Concert Ticket
-Personal Video Message from John Lodge to YOU
-Poster Autographed by John Lodge
-Exclusive Tote
-Exclusive VIP Merch Item
-Commemorative Laminate

*Merchandise items subject to change.

Purchase VIP tickets through this link https://shorturl.at/ovOS0

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Midnight North Body:

Reflecting on the time since their origin, Midnight North is ready to tell the world its story. A group of multi-instrumentalists with songwriting roots in Folk and Americana, Midnight North is a mainstay on the stages of the national touring circuit. Rolling Stone hailed Midnight North as the “Best New Act” in its review of 2018’s Peach Music Festival saying the band “takes the best parts of roots music and weaves them into a tapestry of rock and Americana.”

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Mystic Bowie's Birthday Bash Body:

There are few artists whose legacy of activism, global impact, and fostering human connection through music surpasses that of Jamaican-born reggae legend, Bob Marley. There are also few artists who share his birthday. Mystic Bowie has been committed to sharing the art of music beyond the stage, establishing the Mystic Bowie Cultural Center in 1991 dedicated to enriching the lives of the children in Jamaica through multi-cultural programs. The Annual Birthday Bash is a nod to the past, a celebration of the present, and a whole lot of fun and good vibes.

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Midnight North Body:

Reflecting on the time since their origin, Midnight North is ready to tell the world its story. A group of multi-instrumentalists with songwriting roots in Folk and Americana, Midnight North is a mainstay on the stages of the national touring circuit. Rolling Stone hailed Midnight North as the “Best New Act” in its review of 2018’s Peach Music Festival saying the band “takes the best parts of roots music and weaves them into a tapestry of rock and Americana.”

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Lee Dewyze Body:

DeWyze’s rough-hewn voice and laid-back charm won over millions of viewers as the 2010 season winner of American Idol. DeWyze displays his true nature as an artist anchored in his soulful, husky voice and bright-sounding acoustic guitar. A cross between Cat Stevens and Paul Simon, Lee DeWyze has certainly broken the mold of American Idol winners. He returns to StageOne for a late-winter show with his newest music and post-Idol hits that have stuck with fans through the years.

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Dylan LeBlanc Body:

Since debuting in 2010 with the slow and soulful Pauper's Field, the Louisiana native and son of Muscle Shoals session player James LeBlanc has presented himself as a bluesy, country-folk troubadour with a honeyed voice and knack for crafting world-weary ballads that ache with the hard-earned wisdom of somebody much older.

LeBlanc has a lot of people looking forward to October 20th when his concept album “Coyote” comes out. The title track is about the main character trying to find his way out of poverty in the criminal underworld. It’s not only topical, it gives you vibes of the best of JJ Cale.

"LeBlanc has taken his Springsteen-esque narratives out of the woodshed and onto the open road, and has delivered his best offering to date." – Allmusic

"In another parallel universe, he was anointed by Neil Young as his successor and true heir” — Music OMH

“…he's refined his orchestral '70s pop and introspective folk-country craft.” — NPR

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Big Eyed Phish - The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Body:

Big Eyed Phish is the only regionally touring full 7-piece Dave Matthews Tribute in the country and are based out of Rochester, NY. In the 8 years they have been performing together, they have grown to become a highly sought-after headlining act for festivals, resorts, casinos, and live music venues. The band is lead by Ben Sheridan, He is backed up by a great band of truly professional musicians and is the only DMB Tribute that can claim to have a full time lead guitar and keyboard player. This allows them to be the only accurate DMB Tribute in the country able to cover the full spectrum of the DMB catalog throughout the lineup changes seen in the Dave Matthews Band.

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LaMP featuring Russ Lawton, Scott Metzger & Ray Paczkowski Body:

LaMP is a cooperative trio of drummer Russ Lawton, organist Ray Paczkowski, and guitarist Scott Metzger. This new sound fuses the tested synergy of ‘Russ and Ray’ from Soule Monde and Trey Anastasio Band, with the same acrobatic melodies Metzger usually lends to Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, and Circles Around The Sun.

"LaMP does justice to the musical pedigree of its members." — Glide Magazine

VIP details

* Soundcheck viewing including a Q&A session
* Photo with the band
* Side stage viewing area with bar access
* Choice of Limited Edition Print or Event Tshirt

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The Alpaca Gnomes Body:

The Alpaca Gnomes are a vibrant, stomp-and-groove, 7 piece original rock-folk jam band from Bridgeport, CT. The Gnomes ensemble currently features violin, electric & acoustic guitar,bass,drums,sax,and percussion.

The Alpaca Gnomes eclectic style has allowed them to appear on a multitude of bills with varied acts and musical genres such as Living Colour, Blues Traveler, Twiddle, DJ Logic, Funky Meters, Anders Osbourne, Railroad Earth, The Drifters, The Tokens, Rick Derringer, Soul Rebels, Roots of Creation, Kung Fu, Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds, Funky Dawgz Brass Band, Box Set Duo Trio, The Main Squeeze, as well as private events such as ESPN radios NCAA College Football National Championship pre-party in Pasadena, California.

The Alpaca Gnomes have built a loyal following of passionate fans, nicknamed “Gnomies", who often join the fun by rocking the band’s signature Gnome style hats during shows. The band rocks out many venues, festivals, and concert series including:

Venues: Infinity Music Hall (Norfolk) Toad's Place (New Haven), Fairfield Theatre Company Warehouse (Fairfield), Pacific Standard Tavern (New Haven), The Acoustic (Bridgeport), The Ballroom/Outer Space (Hamden), BRYAC (Bridgeport), Palace Theatre (Stamford), Levitt Pavillion (Westport), Electric Haze (Worcester, MA), Arlene’s Grocery (NYC), Olive’s (Nyack, NY), Mexicali Live (Teaneck, NJ).

Festivals: Pleasantville Festival(NY), Blues Views BBQ (Westport), international festival of arts & ideas(New Haven), Blues on the Beach(Stratford), Two Roads Brewery Road Jam (Stratford), Rock n Roll Resort(NY), Soupstock Music & Arts Festival, Just Joshin' Festival, Shuck & Jive, as well as numerous Summer Concert Series throughout Connecticut including Bridgeport, Hamden, Rowayton, Stratford, Huntington and Mamaroneck, NY.

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Chris Frantz &Tina Weymouth (Talking Heads/Tom Tom Club) join host Dave "Zamboni" Schneider Body:

Chris Frantz &Tina Weymouth (Talking Heads/Tom Tom Club) join host Dave "Zamboni" Schneider for an unforgettable night of amazing musicians/bands playing the songs from New York City's birthplace of punk and new wave CBGB's.

Where did Punk and New Wave begin? CBGB's! This night will celebrate the music that made history out of the dingy iconic club including songs by Talking Heads, The Ramones, Blondie, Television, Patti Smith, B-52's, Dead Boys and so much more. Meet the incredible band for the evening. John Pioli, Chris Cavaliere, Kenny Owens, Alex Swift will play and sing classic songs from the era and act as the house band for a group of amazing special guest vocalists. BONUS SUPER GUEST! Steph Paynes of Lez Zeppelin doing some sweet Pretenders tunes and doing an XTC block The Mommyheads with special guest Ken Mauri (B-52s touring member and all around sweet musical genius) Oh yeh, The Zambonis play too! But wait, other vocalist include Hazel Foley, Liz Ashkins, Matt Rhone, Brendan Toller, Dan soto, Greg Poore, Matt smith and more. The night will be hosted by Dave Zamboni and will feature a special appearance by the king and the queen of the NYC scene, Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth. This ain't your average tribute show. Don't miss it.

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Booking: Chris Frantz &Tina Weymouth (Talking Heads/Tom Tom Club) join host Dave "Zamboni" Schneider Sub Booking: for an unforgettable night of amazing musicians/bands playing the songs from New York City's birthplace of punk and new wave CBGB's.

Teton Gravity Research: Legend Has It Body:

Ski lore is riddled with stories, sometimes of unknown origin, describing plausible but extraordinary past events. Often shared on chairlifts, the skintrack, or over a beer, these legendary tales, whether it be mythical storm cycles, heroic feats, or whispers of fantastical terrain, all contribute and shape our present experience. For 28 years Teton Gravity Research has been traveling the globe with the best athletes to the most incredible locations often based on this fabled history to uncover the experience…and sometimes creating legends of our own along the way.

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Joan Osborne Body:

Joan Osborne is an 8-time Grammy nominee and multi-platinum selling recording artist. Pop stardom is fickle and fleeting, but real music endures. And for 30 years, Joan Osborne has been making real music. Whether she’s singing her own compositions or interpreting the work of other artists, her voice always brings life to the words. “One of Us” is a great song, but it’s only the surface level of Joan Osborne, and she has some deep waters.

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Uncharitable Body:

After three of the most dynamic and successful U.S. charities were shut down by conservative charity watchdogs, destroying lives and cutting off precious resources, many of the top influencers in the field knew something had to be done to overhaul the nonprofit sector.

Led by Dan Pallotta, whose record-breaking TED Talk on the subject has inspired leading philanthropists and changemakers, this feature-length documentary directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal exposes the dark side of philanthropy and introduces a radical new way of giving. In a powerful call to action, Uncharitable demands that charities be freed from the traditional sackcloth-and-ashes constraints, so that they can truly change the world.

Driven by the poignant, personal stories of Dan Pallotta, Steve Nardizzi, Dorri McWhorter, Scott Harrison, Edward Norton, Darren Walker and other prominent figures in philanthropy, Uncharitable delivers an emotional journey that moves, persuades and inspires its audience to change the way we think about giving.

No topic is more crucial and timely as we confront an increasingly unstable world with the growing revelation that we are all interconnected and that our fate lies in how much we are willing to invest in positive change.

Directed By: Stephen Gyllenhaal/ Distributed By: Upstream Pictures/ Genre: Documentary/ Runtime: 1hr 30mins

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Immediate Family Body:

Documentary follows the work and lives of legendary 1970s session musicians who were featured on some of the most iconic recordings of the era.

"This film is a window into the lives of my musical brothers, whose gold standard is to make sure that every song they play on comes out even better than the songwriter imagined. Now they're doing that for their own songs, and this film tells their story beautifully." - Carole King

"A wonderful and fascinating encomium to the unsung heroes of the music of the 70s and so much more. I was thrilled to watch my favourite musicians (and dearest friends) celebrated for their musical brilliance, their prodigious influence and creativity - and for how much fun we all had (and, by the way, continue to have!)". - Peter Asher

"Waddy and I sometimes, I think we're the same person, except from California and New York, because we are like two sides of a coin and that's why we have been working together for so long I think. Because I would never want anybody else to be my musical director, or my lead guitarist, because Waddy makes me feel safe and always has in any situation, no matter how frightening the situation, as long as he's standing next to me, I know I'm safe." - Stevie Nicks

"One of the things about the comradery was the knowledge of what it's like to make music together and to collaborate. on something like that. Like put down a tune and everybody work together as a sort of team or a community on this tune. It's a bond, it's such a special thing to be able to do. "The creative input of these session guys cannot be overstated. It can't be overstated. I mean it just can't be overstated." -- James Taylor

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New Paradigm Theatre Co. Holiday Show Body:

Join New Paradigm Theatre Company (NPT) and usher in the holiday season at the Fairfield Theatre

Company's StageOne with spectacular performances!

NPT's annual holiday extravaganza features Broadway and local stars who will perform the annual Holiday-themed show

on Saturday December 9th at 8:00pm and Sunday December 10th at 2pm.

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New Paradigm Theatre Co. Holiday Show Body:

Join New Paradigm Theatre Company (NPT) and usher in the holiday season at the Fairfield Theatre

Company's StageOne with spectacular performances!

NPT's annual holiday extravaganza features Broadway and local stars who will perform the annual Holiday-themed show

on Saturday December 9th at 8:00pm and Sunday December 10th at 2pm.

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The Alternate Routes Body:

The Alternate Routes keep their December tradition alive! Join us for the annual two-night run with a full-band electric show on Saturday. With an overall message that “we are how we treat each other, and nothing more,” The Alternate Routes take pride in all that they do and for the right reasons. More than just another local band, the gutsy alt-rockers are all close personal friends of FTC.

Drew Angus and his band make their return to FTC to kick things off on Night #2! Drew is just the kind of new blood that makes New Americana music so enduring. With indelible hooks, savvy craftsmanship and relatable lyrics, he brings a certain verve to his work that resonates with audiences and fellow performers alike. The up-and-coming artist is quickly gaining a following with his lively performances and soulful singing.

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King Buffalo Body:

King Buffalo is the trio of vocalist/guitarist Sean McVay, bassist Dan Reynolds, and drummer Scott Donaldson. Since forming in 2013, the self-proclaimed "heavy psych" band has made its name via 4 EPs, 4 Full-lengths, and tours with the likes of Clutch, All Them Witches, Uncle Acid & the deadbeats, The Sword and Elder.

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The Alternate Routes Body:

The Alternate Routes are the band that helped us to remember “we are how we treat each other, and nothing more.” Now they’re back with a new single, “Safe Haven”—a love song that uses real life as its backdrop.

“Nothing More” propelled the band into new ears and new heights, having been featured prominently in the 2014 Winter Olympics, on NCIS, and in a partnership with TOMS shoes. It was followed up with “Somewhere in America,” a poignant and personal conversation about gun violence that earned the band a 2016 Independent Music Award and a visit to the White House.

“Safe Haven” continues the socially-conscious, no-hold-barred examination on modern living that the band has increasingly embraced. It reflects an evolution and maturity that results from sticking together and trying new things, musically and lyrically, for over a decade.

“Sitting down with someone you love and trying to convince them, and yourself, to keep pushing forward, to face your fears and stay strong, is a sentiment that I hope many people can relate to,” says guitarist, Eric Donnelly.

“Safe Haven” was self-produced by Donnelly, drummer and engineer Kurt Leon, and singer Tim Warren, a sonic departure from previous efforts that highlights the use of the recording studio itself as an instrument. It was mixed by fellow Bridgeport, Connecticut native Peter Katis (The National, Interpol, The Swell Season).

The Alternate Routes first burst onto the scene in 2005 with their breakthrough album Good and Reckless and True. They released several albums on Vanguard Records and on their own, toured extensively, and relentlessly refined their craft. They have collaborated with such seemingly disparate artists as singer-songwriter Patti Griffin, director Lisa Cholodenko (The Kids Are All Right), and guitarist Carl Broemel of My Morning Jacket. They’ve performed on “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” and have been repeat guests on NPR’s “Mountain Stage.”

Wild & Co. -

Washed out Americana from the minds of John Torres and Ian Tait. Wild & Co. are currently in the studio for a debut album set to be released in the Spring of 2024.

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Tauk Body:

TAUK has been painting with sound for nearly a decade now, pushing boundaries and reinventing themselves every chance they get. Founded by Dolan, Jalbert, and Carter, who began playing together as middle schoolers on Long Island, the band landed on its present incarnation in 2012, when college pal Teel joined full time.

Since then, the quartet has gone on to tour with the likes of Umphrey’s McGee, Widespread Panic, and Lettuce, landed festival slots everywhere from Bonnaroo to Electric Forest, racked up millions of streams across platforms, and garnered extensive critical praise with a series of widely lauded studio and live albums. The Washington Post hailed the band’s music as “a hard-charging, often melodic fusion that—thanks to a penchant for improv—offers limitless possibilities,” while Keyboard Magazine declared that their sound “doesn’t adhere to a single genre but, instead, creates its own,” and Relix dubbed them “an incredibly impressive ensemble of talent.”

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The Lone Bellow Body:

- On Sale Schedule -

•Artist Presale: Wednesday, August 9 @ 10 AM
•Spotify Presale: Wednesday, August 9 @ 12 noon
•FTC Classic member Presale: Thursday August 10 @ 12 noon
•General Onsale: Friday, August 11 @ 10 AM

The Lone Bellow makes music that feels like it's welcoming you in — like the band members are opening their arms wide and inviting you to join their family with sing-along choruses, the hand-clapping rhythms, and melodies that somehow sound familiar even on a first listen. Blending soaring three-part harmonies with Southern gospel-tinged Americana, blue-eyed soul, and acoustic folk, The Lone Bellow calls upon their upbringing in the South for an authentic yet polished sound, backed by the band's high caliber of musicianship.

- Heart of Gold VIP Details -

•General Admission ticket

Invitation to a pre-show experience including:
•Private acoustic trio performance
•Q&A with Zach, Brian and Kanene
•Personal photo opportunity

Exclusive VIP merchandise including:
•Commemorative VIP tote bag
•Flexi disc of a special live recording of “Green Eyes and a Heart of Gold” •Oxford Pennant Mini Pennant
•Signed Souvenir Ticket

•VIP Tour Laminate

•Merchandise shopping before doors open to the general public

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Give Kids a Chance Body:

A Concert to Benefit Neighborhood Studios and the Curtis Summer Camp Fund.

Join talented local musicians performing hit music for two great causes. These amazing artists will be backed by the incomparable Zambonis, the greatest and only hockey rock band in the world.

6 PM Reception Light bites & cash bar

7 PM show

Featuring Jim Francis, Jeffrey and Laurie Gross, Dave Hart, Stanton Lesser, Greg Russo, Rob Morton, Leila Shields, Rick Smilow, 5th State Band and the Neighborhood Studios Jazz ensemble.

Neighborhood Studios is a community school of the arts that transforms the lives of Bridgeport children and empowers them to make a difference in their community.

The Curtis Summer Camp Fund changes children's lives and sends deserving kids away to Summer Camp.

Booking: Give Kids a Chance Sub Booking: Featuring The Zambonis

Octagon Performance Group Body:

Based on Meredith Willson's six-time-Tony-Award-winning musical comedy, The Music Man JR. features some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs and a story filled with wit, warmth and good old-fashioned romance. Family entertainment at its best — a bold, brassy show that will have the whole town atwitter!

Presented by Octagon Performance Group, a nonprofit arts education organization based in Fairfield.

Booking: Octagon Performance Group Sub Booking: 6:30 PM Showtime

Octagon Performance Group Body:

Based on Meredith Willson's six-time-Tony-Award-winning musical comedy, The Music Man JR. features some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs and a story filled with wit, warmth and good old-fashioned romance. Family entertainment at its best — a bold, brassy show that will have the whole town atwitter!

Presented by Octagon Performance Group, a nonprofit arts education organization based in Fairfield.

Booking: Octagon Performance Group Sub Booking: 3:30 PM Showtime

Caravan of Thieves Body:

Driving gypsy jazz rhythms, acoustic guitars, upright bass and violin lay the foundation for mesmerizing vocal harmonies and fantastic stories. It's theatrical and humorous. It's musical and intense. It entertains, dazzles and defies classification while welcoming the spectator to join the band throughout the performance in momentary fits of claps, snaps and sing-alongs. If Django Reinhardt, the cast of Stomp and the Beatles all had a party at Tim Burton's house, Caravan of Thieves would be the band they hired.

Booking: Caravan of Thieves Sub Booking:

Tom Petty Project Body:

With earthy, instantly catchy tunes that capture the promise of wide-open horizons and youthful rebellion, Tom Petty forever changed the course of rock 'n' roll. The Tom Petty Project celebrates the musical legacy of Tom Petty while tapping into the heart of one of America's most beloved and committed live acts.

Booking: Tom Petty Project Sub Booking:

Jamie McLean Band and Whiskey Treaty Roadshow Body:

Jamie McLean Band creates a musical gumbo that incorporates New Orleans soul, middle Americana roots, Delta blues and New York City swagger. Jamie McLean Band is a triple threat. The group’s energetic and captivating live show is undeniable. McLean’s fiery guitar has joined the ranks of Derek Trucks, Gregg Allman, Aaron Neville, Dr. John and more on stages from from Madison Square Garden to Japan’s Fuji Rock. His blue eyed southern soul vocals ooze real emotion. And his top line songwriting chops have crafted profound, honest and heartfelt songs that will keep you singing along, dancing along and feeling like the song was written about you.

Jamie McLean Band is touring behind a fantastic new album “Paradise Found” on Harmonized Records. The album was produced by Ken Coomer of Wilco at Nashville’s Cartoon Moon studio and features the band’s strongest and most mainstream songwriting to date. Songs like “Give My Life To Rock and Roll” and “Waiting On You” are dripping with summer festival sweat while “Turn Around” and “Hotels and Cabarets” are ready made for film and television.

The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow is a collaborative band that brings together five Massachusetts singer-songwriters in the vein of Americana, rock and folk music. The collective is made up of songwriters Tory Hanna, Billy Keane, Chris Merenda, Greg Daniel Smith and David Tanklefsky. The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow puts on a performance that can’t be recreated anywhere else, with five singer/songwriters all trading off on lead vocals, an eclectic array of instruments from strings to horns to keys; consider the band a one-act music festival - replete with boot stomping jams, sing-along anthems and a completely larger than life command of the stage.

“Jamie McLean has soaked up quite a bit of America's musical DNA. McLean provides a fascinating cross-section of sounds that merge the yearning and romanticism of Tom Petty, the air-tight instrumental proficiency of Nashville and the rugged independent streak of alt-country.” — Guitar World Magazine

Booking: Jamie McLean Band and Whiskey Treaty Roadshow Sub Booking:

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