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SUMMARY:Festive Frolic: JJ Slater at Hot Plate Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Hot Plate will present free live music in their taproom from 1 to 3 pm featuring JJ Slater\, a song-singer\, guitar-picker\, and storyteller from the swampy side of New England.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/festive-frolic-jj-slater-at-hot-plate-brewing-co/
LOCATION:Hot Plate Brewing Co.\, 1 School Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Holiday,Music
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Nate Martel and Band
DESCRIPTION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, will feature a live performance by Nate Martel and his band from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy a beer garden from Hot Plate Brewing Co. and local food vendors within the vicinity. \nPowerhouse vocalist\, songwriter\, and guitarist\, Nate Martel\, currently resides in Easthampton\, MA\, but he was born and raised in Northern Berkshire County. His music is soulful\, unique\, and infectious\, ranging from roots rock to funky soul to heartfelt ballads. Nate has been playing live shows since high school\, and now twenty years later\, he is honored to have shared the stage with a mighty and eclectic array of mainstream\, national acts\, including The Revivalists\, Black Joe Lewis\, Ryan Montbleau\, Bernie Worrell\, and even Ghost Face Killer/members of Wu Tang. Regionally\, he has performed at some of the finest music venues the Northeast has to offer\, including The Paradise in Boston\, The Brooklyn Bowl\, both of The Stone Church venues in Brattleboro\, VT and Newmarket\, NH\, The Adams Theater in his hometown\, and countless times at The Iron Horse in Northampton\, MA. \nNate is joined by a stellar cast of musicians: Darby Wolf from the Reckoners\, Matt Schofield on organ and keyboards\, Zach Gregory from Lush Honey on bass\, and Marcel Leclaire on drums. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, Nate Martel will be at Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street. \nFor a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-nate-martel-and-band/
LOCATION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Free,Music
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Beer Garden and busker Micheal Aaron
DESCRIPTION:School Street will feature a Beer Garden with Hot Plate Brewing Co.\, lawn games\, and busker\, Micheal Aaron from 5 to 8 pm. \nMichael Aaron is not just another singer-songwriter; he’s a musical craftsman whose eclectic blend of folk and indie rock reflects a lifetime of diverse experiences and influences. Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of artists\, Michael infuses his music with raw emotion and introspective lyricism\, capturing the essence of life’s joys and struggles. His sound is a tapestry woven with the threads of his influences\, from the melodic sensibilities of The Beatles to the earnest storytelling of Wilco and the infectious energy of Guster. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, music with Micheal Aaron will be inside Hot Plate Brewing Co. at 1 School Street from 5 to 7 pm. \nFor a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-beer-garden-and-busker-micheal-aaron/
LOCATION:School Street\, Pittsfield MA
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Free,Music
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SUMMARY:First Fridays: Busker Autumn Phoenix in Palace Park
DESCRIPTION:Busker Autumn Phoenix will be popped up in Palace Park (near 122 North Street) from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, May 1. Autumn an award-winning singer-songwriter who will be performing original material and some covers. She is also a professional photographer! \nIn the case of inclement weather\, music with Autumn Phoenix will be inside the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts at 28 Renee Avenue.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-busker-autumn-phoenix-in-palace-park/
LOCATION:Palace Park\, 116 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Free,Music
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: The Housie Shakers
DESCRIPTION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, will feature a live performance by The Housie Shakers from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy a beer garden from Hot Plate Brewing Co. and local food vendors within the vicinity. \nThe Housie Shakers bring a variety of styles to the mix\, with wide-ranging covers and original music spanning rock\, blues\, pop\, bluegrass\, reggae\, Americana\, and improvisational groove. They don’t take themselves too seriously and have no ambitions to go on the road (as if the 12 kids they have collectively would make that possible anyway)… they’re just out to play local gigs and give people a chance to hang out\, let loose\, dance\, and have a good time! The band’s name is a nod to their home community and the people and places that have shaped their musical journeys. \nThe Housie Shakers are Simeon Bittman (drums & vocals)\, Noah Cook-Dubin (guitar\, cavaquinho & vocals)\, Jonathan Denmark (guitar & vocals)\, and Colin Ovitsky (bass). \nIn the case of inclement weather\, The Housie Shakers will be at Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-the-housie-shakers/
LOCATION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free,Music
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Busker Robin O'Herin
DESCRIPTION:Busker Robin O’Herin will be popped up in Palace Park (near 122 North Street) from 5 to 8 pm. A three-time Boston Blues Finalist\, and 2023 Albany Blues Challenge Finalist\, Robin O’Herin\, specializes in historically rich\, often interactive concerts that include original and traditional American music\, for small listening rooms\, libraries\, festivals\, schools and more. She has been singing the blues in Europe and across America for over 20 years. As a songwriter\, Robin has had music licensed to PBS and is currently diving deep into the realm of sync licensing. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, music with Robin O’Herin will be inside the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts at 28 Renee Avenue.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-busker-robin-oherin/
LOCATION:Palace Park\, 116 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Free,Music
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