A Griffin House concert is set for 8-11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St. in Portland. “Rising Star” is not a phrase one would normally use to describe an artist like Griffin House, who has been touring for more than 15 years and has recorded over 12 studio albums. The […]
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Hilary Swank hits the small screen in ‘Alaska Daily’
Oscar winner Hilary Swank is back, on a much smaller screen, but we have missed her and we’ll take her, no matter the size on the tube. Here is our Hilary in Tom McCarthy’s (“The Station Agent,” “Spotlight”) as Eileen Fitzgerald, an Irish-American newspaper reporter. Irish she is, with a sheet-metal attitude, a dockworker’s mouth, […]
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‘The Crown’ makes disappointing casting changes in Season 5
It’s back, and we’re happy to seek out those calmer seas, gorgeous settings and new handsome royals from the past. Well, it’s back, but the wrinkles and sags are showing. It happens to the best of us. “The Crown,” with its four seasons of civility, gorgeous cinematography, splendid words and fussy decor are there, but […]
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‘1883’ action first rate, powerful
Writer/director Taylor Sheridan has been on fire the last few years. He worked his way up from a small parts actor in shows like “Sons of Anarchy” to screenwriter and creator to hit shows like “Mayor of Kingstown” and “Yellowstone”. And in the year of flying Spiderman and buckets of sitcoms and rom coms and […]
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The Portland Jazz Orchestra to perform Jan. 27
The Portland Jazz Orchestra will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St. in Portland. The jazz orchestra is under the direction of Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of instrumental and vocal big band literature. They enjoy playing works written by members […]
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State Theatre to host Lost Dogs
A Lost Dog Street Band concert will begin at 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 23 at State Theatre, 609 Congress St. in Portland. “The Magnolia Sessions” is the most recent album from dark country trio Lost Dog Street Band. But you can also expect to hear songs from their brand new one, “Glory,” set for […]
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Mike Devol talks about Greensky Bluegrass quintet, return to Maine
As most of you know by now, I really like discovering new-to-me acts and such is the case with this week’s band from Kalamazoo, Michigan: Greensky Bluegrass. This quintet of talented musicians (Anders Beck on dobro, Michael Arlen Bont on banjo, Dave Bruzza on guitar, Paul Hoffman on mandolin and Mike Devol on upright bass) […]
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Railroad Earth concert set for State Theatre
Railroad Earth will take the stage at 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at State Theatre, 609 Congress St., Portland. This New Jersey-based bluegrass act play the brand-new tune “Runnin’ Wild.” Their next album, “All For The Song,” will be released on April 22, so you can expect to hear a few songs from that during […]
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Kat Wright concert planned at Stone Mountain Arts Center
Stone Mountain Arts Center will feature Kat Wright at 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 21, at the arts center, 695 Dugway Road in Brownfield. Wright whose voice is both sultry and dynamic, delicate yet powerful; gritty but highly emotive and nuanced, has been described as “a young Bonnie Raitt meets Amy Winehouse”. Add to that voice […]
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Maine Event Comedy presents Tuck Tucker at the Franco Center
Maine Event Comedy plans to present Tuck Tucker at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, at the Gendron Franco Center, at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. The show also will feature Adam Hatch and Crystal Bernard. Tucker’s verbal wit and physical comedy have made him a favorite throughout New England. He’s a founding member of Portland’s […]