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Fifteen pieces. Six decades of soul. One unstoppable dance party. From Aretha to Stevie to Earth, Wind and Fire and the Bee Gees, The Rockingham Groove fires up a wall of brass, rich harmonies, and funk-filled grooves that make it impossible to sit still. Big, brassy, and irresistibly rhythmic, this is the Seacoast's premier dance band at full throttle. Get ready to move.
What begins as a groove in Club d'Elf's world often becomes a doorway into someplace older, stranger and unshackled by time. The band has spent twenty seven years helping audiences lose track of time with its shape-shifting fusion of Moroccan trance, dub, electronica, jazz and improvised funk. Built around bassist and composer Mike Rivard, each performance features a rotating cast drawn from Boston, New York and beyond, creating a constantly shifting ecosystem where trance forms the central core of the band's aesthetic. Under longtime member and Casablanca native Brahim Fribgane, the group absorbed Moroccan trance music deeply into its DNA. Fribgane passed away in early 2024, but his spirit remains embedded in the band's sound, especially through Rivard's commanding sintir work, learned under the guidance of Fribgane and Gnawa masters Hassan Hakmoun and Mahmoud Guinia.
Blues on the Corner: McCoy Tyner Legacy Band honors the enduring music and spirit of jazz legend McCoy Tyner, led by world-renowned drummer Francisco Mela, a longtime Tyner sideman and trusted collaborator. Praised by Tyner himself for his singular sound and style, Mela brings deep authenticity and fire to this all-star tribute. The band features Venezuelan-American pianist Benito Gonzalez, widely recognized as the modern torchbearer of Tyner's powerful yet lyrical piano language, alongside acclaimed bassist Nat Reeves, whose resonant tone anchors the ensemble. Tenor saxophone master Jerry Bergonzi appears as a featured guest, bringing his unmistakable voice to Tyner's timeless repertoire. Produced by the New England Jazz Collaborative, whose work has been featured on NPR's Morning Edition and in The Boston Globe - this performance offers a rare and compelling celebration of one of jazz's most influential composers and bandleaders.
Harvest & Rust has earned a reputation as one of the premier Neil Young tribute bands in the Northeast, celebrated for performances that are both deeply authentic and emotionally compelling. Their shows trace the full arc of Young's prolific career, drawing from his solo work as well as his time with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. True to Neil Young's own restless spirit, no two Harvest & Rust performances are the same. From the acoustic intimacy of Harvest to the raw, electric force of Rust Never Sleeps, the band delivers a dynamic set that balances beloved classics with thoughtful deep cuts. Fronted by Garrett Lechowski, the group features Matt Cahill, Andy Gordon, John Kiernan, and Jim Reynolds?musicians who honor the nuance, grit, and heart of Young's songwriting while bringing their own collective energy to the stage.
LUCÍA is a 24-year-old vocalist from Veracruz, México whose distinctive artistic voice bridges jazz, Latin, and pop traditions. She began her musical journey at age two, singing and dancing with her parents' renowned son jarocho group, Son de Madera. In 2022, LUCÍA made history as the first artist from Mexico to win the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. She has since collaborated with artists including Natalia Lafourcade, Aloe Blacc, La Santa Cecilia, Alex Mercado, and the National Jazz Orchestra of Mexico, and performed on celebrated stages such as Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, UCLA's Royce Hall, and major festivals across North America and Mexico. Her debut full-length album, produced by GRAMMY® winner Matt Pierson, showcases her interpretations of jazz standards, classic Spanish repertoire, and contemporary pop, featuring Edward Simon, David Sánchez, Larry Grenadier, and Antonio Sánchez.
Singer-songwriter Anders Osborne is a deeply respected voice in American roots music, known for his soulful songwriting, distinctive open-D guitar style, and decades-long connection to New Orleans. Born in Sweden and drawn early to music and poetry, Osborne relocated to New Orleans at nineteen and has since become a cornerstone of the city's musical community. Across 17 full-length albums, his work blends blues, rock, folk, and spiritual reflection, earning praise from Guitar Player, OffBeat, and Gambit Weekly. His songs have been recorded by artists including Keb' Mo', Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, and Aaron Neville, and he has collaborated or toured with legends ranging from Dr. John and Bonnie Raitt to John Scofield and Phil Lesh. Osborne's recent album Picasso's Villa reflects a career defined by emotional honesty, artistic curiosity, and a relentless pursuit of truth onstage and beyond.
To accommodate different ways of enjoying the night, we're offering two ticket options: Standing Room Only - $35 - Access to the dance floor standing room area - Located on the 3rd Floor, Main Stage Section (MS200s) - Walk up bar service is available in the SkyBar - No food allowed in this area, drinks only! Table Seating - $45 - Includes access to the standing room/dance floor area - Table seating available on the 3rd & 4th floors - Seating is first come, first served throughout the club - All venue sections except the Main Stage section will feature table seating - Full dinner service will be available at these tables
Shemekia Copeland possesses one of the most instantly recognizable and deeply soulful roots music voices of our time. The multi-GRAMMY nominee is beloved and honored worldwide for the fearlessness, honesty and humor of her revelatory songs, as well as for her winning, engaging personality. The Chicago Tribune says, "Copeland is the greatest female blues vocalist working today. There's no mistaking the majesty of her instrument, nor the ferocity of her delivery." "Shemekia Copeland is the greatest blues singer of her generation." -The Washington Post "Shemekia Copeland has established herself as one of the leading blues artists of our time. Profound and truly powerful...inviting you to think and to party." -NPR Music "Shemekia Copeland gets her message across loud and clear. She transcends with a mix of styles including gospel, rock, blues, soul, and Americana, proudly representing her generation with style and grace in a voice too strong to be ignored." -No Depression
Shemekia Copeland possesses one of the most instantly recognizable and deeply soulful roots music voices of our time. The multi-GRAMMY nominee is beloved and honored worldwide for the fearlessness, honesty and humor of her revelatory songs, as well as for her winning, engaging personality. The Chicago Tribune says, "Copeland is the greatest female blues vocalist working today. There's no mistaking the majesty of her instrument, nor the ferocity of her delivery." "Shemekia Copeland is the greatest blues singer of her generation." -The Washington Post "Shemekia Copeland has established herself as one of the leading blues artists of our time. Profound and truly powerful...inviting you to think and to party." -NPR Music "Shemekia Copeland gets her message across loud and clear. She transcends with a mix of styles including gospel, rock, blues, soul, and Americana, proudly representing her generation with style and grace in a voice too strong to be ignored." -No Depression
For Lee Ritenour, there aren't many "firsts" left to achieve. During his dazzling five-decade career, the fabled LA guitarist has taken his music to the outer limits, alighting on every genre and occupying every position in the rock 'n' roll firmament. He's been an enfant terrible of 70s fusion, a crossover star of the 80s pop chart, an honorary exponent of Brazilian jazz, and the fingers behind 90s supergroup, Fourplay. Ritenour's accolades include: 45 albums, 16 Grammy nominations, Alumnus of the year at USC, Los Angeles' Jazz Society Honoree (2019), plus thousands of sessions with legends such as Frank Sinatra, Pink Floyd, B.B. King, Tony Bennett, among others. Few artists have navigated as many musical worlds or shaped them as profoundly as guitarist Lee Ritenour. Over a five-decade career, the legendary Los Angeles native has moved effortlessly from 70s fusion trailblazer to 80s crossover star, Brazilian jazz devotee, and founding member of the smooth-jazz supergroup Fourplay.
For Lee Ritenour, there aren't many "firsts" left to achieve. During his dazzling five-decade career, the fabled LA guitarist has taken his music to the outer limits, alighting on every genre and occupying every position in the rock 'n' roll firmament. He?s been an enfant terrible of 70s fusion, a crossover star of the 80s pop chart, an honorary exponent of Brazilian jazz, and the fingers behind 90s supergroup, Fourplay. Ritenour's accolades include: 45 albums,16 Grammy nominations, Alumnus of the year at USC, Los Angeles' Jazz Society Honoree (2019), plus thousands of sessions with legends such as Frank Sinatra, Pink Floyd, B.B. King, Tony Bennett, among others. Few artists have navigated as many musical worlds?or shaped them as profoundly as guitarist Lee Ritenour. Over a five-decade career, the legendary Los Angeles native has moved effortlessly from 70s fusion trailblazer to 80s crossover star, Brazilian jazz devotee, and founding member of the smooth-jazz supergroup Fourplay.
Lexington, Kentucky's Magnolia Boulevard has emerged with a renewed sense of purpose, channeling what they call "Appalachian Soul": a rich blend of blues, soul, rock, and roots-driven storytelling. Formed by vocalist/guitarist Maggie Noelle and keyboardist Ryan Allen, the band draws deeply from their regional heritage, crafting songs that reflect lived experience, resilience, and emotional honesty. Their latest self-titled album, recorded with renowned Kentucky producer Duane Lundy, showcases eight songs steeped in blues and soul while freely traversing folk, rock, and Americana textures. Magnolia Boulevard's sound is defined by Noelle's powerhouse vocals, expressive musicianship, and an undeniable live chemistry that has earned them a reputation as a rising must-see act across Southern Appalachia and beyond. Rooted in community and driven by intention, Magnolia Boulevard is steadily breaking onto the national stage: on their own time, and on their own terms.
Multiple award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Tommy Castro is a California-based blues and rock powerhouse. For over four decades, he has captivated audiences with soul-drenched vocals, searing guitar work, and high-energy live shows. As frontman of Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, he has released 17 albums spanning horn-driven R&B, hot-blooded soul, gritty rock, and electric blues. With his eighth Alligator Records release, Closer To The Bone, Castro returns to his roots with what he calls "a real blues record, the way they would have made them back in the day." Produced by Christoffer 'Kid' Andersen at Greaseland Studio, it is his rawest and most direct blues effort to date. A ten-time Blues Music Award winner and four-time B.B. King Entertainer of the Year, Castro is renowned for his no-frills, 150-shows-a-year approach and fiercely loyal fanbase. Joe Bonamassa calls him "top of the heap among blues guitar players."
Makaya McCraven is a prolific drummer, composer and producer. His newest album, In These Times, is the triumphant finale of a project 7+ years in the making. It's a preeminent addition to his already-acclaimed and extensive discography, and it's the album he's been trying to make since he started making records. McCraven believes that the word "jazz" is "insufficient, at best, to describe the phenomenon we're dealing with." The artist, who has been aptly called a 'cultural synthesizer', has a unique gift for collapsing space, destroying borders and blending past, present, and future into poly-textural arrangements of post-genre, jazz-rooted 21st century folk music. Profiled in Vice, Rolling Stone, the Guardian, and NPR, among other publications, he and the music he makes today are at the very vanguard of that phenomenon. According to the New York Times, "McCraven has quietly become one of the best arguments for jazz's vitality".
Kobe-born, Brooklyn-based trumpeter Takuya Kuroda is dedicated, and his eighth studio record, Everyday, is proof of that. Since 2022's Midnight Crisp praised by PopMatters as a 'future classic' Kuroda has continued his daily pursuit of the 'perfect blend of production and organic performance.' Everyday dives deeper into hip-hop and neo-soul, delivering a triumph of genre-blending modern jazz with sure-footed, virtuosic playing on trumpet, synth, and Rhodes. After studying composition at The New School, Kuroda performed with DJ Premier's Badder Band and Akoya Afrobeat and recorded for Blue Note and Concord. 'Groove is the foundation for all the tracks on Everyday, he says "a record built through constant creation, refinement, and forward motion. As Pitchfork noted, 'Kuroda's skill is radiating joy in drawing influence from so many forms."