Several events coming up this weekend offer opportunities to have a good time while supporting worthy causes. Here are a few of the highlights.
Music
The Unseen Nas
Portsmouth-based DJ D. Begun blends hip-hop legends Nas and Quasimoto on his mashup album Nasimoto, and it's generating quite a buzz in the hip-hop blogosphere.
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Reviews of recent albums by Seacoast bands The Woolly Mammoths, Marvel Prone, and Palanapanache.
The nexus of American music
The Soggy Po’ Boys’ parade of Big Easy jazz marches on with their new EP, Hang it on the Wall, which they'll unveil with an album release show at 3S Artspace on Friday.
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Reviews of new albums by Seacoast bands The Green Bullets, Skee, and Wellfleet.
The Emporium, in memorium
How a short-lived basement venue left its mark on Durham's music scene.
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Reviews of the latest albums by Seacoast acts Guy Capecelatro III, Charles, and Heavy Pockets.
Major chords, minor confessions
Chelsea Paolini of People Skills and Thomas Forbes of Harsh Armadillo have united to make a therapeutic pop album.
PPAF Concert Series unveiled
The Prescott Park Arts Festival announced the lineup for its 2017 River House Restaurant Concert Series on Tuesday afternoon. Find out who's coming to the park here.
A Feel Good story
Dover ska band The Feel Goods' debut album got a boost from Less Than Jake member Roger Lima. The band will play a CD release show in May.
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Reviews of the latest albums by Seacoast bands Waco Sparkler, Samuel E. Carpenter, and Slow Coyote.
Warriors of the eternal dub
A conversation with New Hampshire natives John and Marc Beaudette of Flying Vipers, who just released their second tape and have a show in Boston on Friday.
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Music writer Austin Sorette shares his reviews of the latest releases from Seacoast bands Lilith, Rick Rude, and Black Lake.
Secret gigs in secret spaces
On Friday, a secret gig featuring secret acts takes place at a secret location. It's part of Sofar Sounds, which brings intimate shows to rooms around the world. Portsmouth is the latest city to join the Sofar community.
RPM signups are open
Since its launch in 2006, the RPM Challenge has resulted in the creation of tens of thousands of new songs and CDs. The numbers will continue to climb in February as the 12th annual Record Production Month unfolds.
Top five things to do
It will be a silent couple of nights this weekend for Christmas, so we’re shifting our weekly top-five list to the days in between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, when many lucky locals are on holiday break and looking for things to do.
Top five local albums of 2016
Music writer Austin Sorette explains his selections for the top five Seacoast albums of 2016.
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Reviews of the latest albums from local acts Guy Capecelatro III, Superdude, and Mara Flynn.
Top five things to do
Our roundup of weekend entertainment on the Seacoast includes food, art, music, and celebration — and not all of it is tied to the holidays.
Top five things to do
For the next three weeks, Seacoast entertainment will be dominated by the holidays. Don’t fight it; just pour some rum in your eggnog and ease into the festive spirit. Here are some ways to enjoy the season.
Top five things to do
Events coming up around the Seacoast this weekend include theater, storytelling, live music, a food discussion, and more. Check out some of the highlights.
Now Hear This
Local music writer Austin Sorette reviews the latest releases from Seacoast bands Cold Engines, Groove Lounge, and Green Bastard.
Hush Hush on the Soundstage
The Hush Hush Sweet Harlot reunion show will offer a stellar lineup of Seacoast acts, introduce audiences to WSCA’s new stage, and benefit a local couple.
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Reviews of recent CDs by New Hampshire bands Badfellows, Order of Thieves, and Two Days From Monday.
Top-five things to do
The devilish mayhem of Halloween is over, but there is still plenty of fun to be had this first weekend of November. Here are some highlights from around the Seacoast.
