Wednesdays, July-August, Blue Back Square 7:00pm-9:00pm

Remember that feeling of those magical summer nights surrounded by friends, family and neighbors? That feeling? It's back. Our popular Wednesday night music series returns for a fourth year. Shop, dine and enjoy music in an inviting community atmosphere.

• July 6th - Washboard Slim & the Bluelights

Jug Band performing a variety of traditional popular American music forms including their own originals, early jazz, blues, swing, standards, jug band sounds, gospel, turn of the century pop and roots rock n' roll. The Bluelights equally represent the past and present with a diverse musical style.

• July 13th - Ed Fast & Conga Bop

Unique band with Caribbean heart and Hard-Bop soul. Producing vibrant sounds through original music and Latin jazz classics.

• July 20th - The McLovins

A progressive jam and improvisational rock band performing originals and new and old tunes from Phish, Rush, Grateful Dead, The Doors, Sugarhill Gang, The Meters and more. Named one of the Top 11 Artists to Watch in 2011 (Elmore Magazine).

• July 27th - Caravan of Thieves

An entertaining, dazzling, high energy show with gypsy jazz rhythms, acoustic guitars, upright bass, violin, mesmerizing vocals and fantastic stories. Theatrical, humorous, musical and intense!

• August 3rd - Murali Coryell

A contemporary blues artist who can sing, write and play guitar with the best in the business. Murali has toured with his father, guitar legend Larry Coryell. He has also toured as a featured artist with Joe Louis Walker and appeared many times as a supporting act for B.B. King.

• August 10th - Lipbone Redding and The Lipbone Orchestra

Musically diverse jam band with a string of successful records and songs, Lipbone is know for creating a trombone-like sound without using a musical instrument. A new album will be released this year.

• August 17th - The BAND Band

Five veteran musicians who truly enjoy playing the music of The Band. The tribute band present's The Band's music in its original style and form for longtime fans and a newer generation of listeners. They have performed locally and nationally for over 25 years.

• August 24th - Tony Harrington & Touch

With a broad musical background and high energy performances, Tony Harrington and Touch are a seven piece band that continue to be a favorite in Connecticut and beyond. They have performed together since 1984 bringing everything from gospel, R&B and jazz to classic rock, ballads and Motown throughout New England and New York. Harrington is also an in demand anthem vocalist and is known for performing the National Anthem before Hartford Whaler's games, among many other sporting events.

• August 31st - Gunsmoke

Performing true Country and Western music for over 20 years, Gunsmoke brings an entertaining show for all ages. They have performed for countless country legends and two sitting Presidents of the United States. For six years in a row, they have been voted Band of The Year by The New York Metropolitan Country Music Association.

 

SPONSORS

A very special thank you to our Sponsors who make the music series possible for the entire community to enjoy!

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*All events are subject to change and/or cancellation. Unless otherwise noted, events are held in The Square. Evening events held in The Square run from 7-9pm.