Saturday, January 3 — Paul Hodes and The Blue Buddha Band
Doors at 7:00 PM | Music at 8:00 PM
Tickets: $10 in advance at PortsmouthNHTickets.com or $15 at the door.
Paul Hodes and The Blue Buddha Band cover a lot of ground with their music and performances, touching on the essentials—love, sex, life, death, war, peace, and hot cars. Their original sound fuses folk rock, roots, and blues with superb songwriting, creating a powerful blend that recalls rock’s glory days while propelling audiences into the future.
Their songs are streamed in more than 60 countries worldwide, resonating with listeners who hear echoes of Neil Young, Bruce Springsteen, and Bob Dylan. The Blue Buddha Band delivers music that’s both timeless and electric, soulful and driving—a full-bodied rock experience that connects across generations.
Critics agree:
“Paul Hodes and The Blue Buddha Band take you on an unforgettable musical journey.” — Honk Magazine
“Incendiary guitars and catchy choruses, a statement of rock and roll well done.” — Radio Caviar
“Hot music, full of life, beautiful and full of energy—we love it.” — Indie O’Clock
Experience The Blue Buddha Band live at The Button Factory Stage and see why audiences everywhere can’t get enough.


