NOVEMBER NEWS

 

*** COSTUME PARTY.

Mon. Oct 30th at Porter Belly's. Open mic as usual, except... unusual. If you've got a costume, wear it! I'll be celebrating my Halloween birthday at midnight.

 

*** WOOF!

The past months have been whacked out busy, so I'm just catching up. I've missed communicating with you all and hope your Autumn has been musical. There were so many great local shows to attend, including area wide porchfests!

 

*** COMMUNITY

Here's a quick shout out to all of you who have grouped together from our open mics into the greater music scene. So many musical relationships have formed and it's wonderful to see! Here's just a few recents to mention....

- Lindsay and Ace Kelly had a huge turn out at their Midway Cafe show recently.

- Thom G teamed up with members of Larissa's band

- Leandro and Steve are kickin' keisters and just put up a new website!  check it out! https://leandroandsteveduo.com/

- Ace Brown has been keepin' tabs and planting flags on our extended scene and venues.

- Zedervan is a hot new band led by Sam Little, featuring Micki Dupnik, Michael O'Keefe, & Mike P. ...They're solidly rockin'.

- Bassist, Ethan Mackler is the genius behind "Bards of Brawl", a sort of bass driven pile drive body slam poetry creation in the vein of WWF featuring Danny Pepper, Thom Griffin, and many other Porter Belly open mic'rs as guest stars, including, Burger on trumpet, and Julia singing Opera!

 

*** Pictures from Porter Belly's, ala Unicorn Rock

Unicorn Joe has been snapping awesome, creative picts of performers at Porter's Monday open mic and posting them to Instagram.  Picts include such performers as Stan, Joey, Ace K, Abe, Pepper, Matt, Lindsay, Steve, Charlotte, Thom, Leandro, Hadar, Emily, Andrew, Julia, Ryan Helen, Coupe Deville, TIMKO, the Knives, Ben Cooper, Lizifer, Ethan, Metal Joe, Unicorn Mother, Micki, Mark, and many more. Thanks to Unicorn Joe for compiling all this for us!

Check them out here:

https://www.instagram.com/porterbellyunicorn/

 

...And into the holidays, we go! ~ TIMKO

 

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***UPCOMING SHOWS:

 

>Cotton Mouth Boot Mill Flavor - Reunion Show

Saturday, Nov. 11th at Taffeta in Lowell, MA.

 

Hey all, my high school-turned-college band had some pretty great success locally at UMASS Lowell. We didn't get signed, but we did have regular line-out-the-door shows in our home base of Lowell, Mass. Tons of great memories with friends and fans!

 

We are celebrating the remastered releases of 2 of our albums. They are on all streaming services under the name 'Cotton Mouth Boot Mill Flavor'. You can also listen/download/share the releases at the following link, plus see further info about the band and show.

www.BostonLovesMusic.com/CottonMouth

Facebook Event link:

https://fb.me/e/3vwBnLF5D

 

Note: The show starts at 5pm with a friends reunion open to all, but it is suggested for those coming to see just Cotton Mouth/BMF to arrive by 7:30. There will be other great groups opening for us!

 

>Alex and the People

Terrance Reeves, former open mic co-host of the infamous Terry O'Reilly's, is celebrating an album release for one of his groups, Alex and the People! He produced, mixed and engineered it, as well as playing the bass. Check it out!

Fri., Nov. 3, 'Alex & the People' album release show at the Lizard Lounge, Cambridge, MA, 8pm, with Jabbering Trout, Aldous Collins. $18 in advance, $20 at the door.

Tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alex-the-people-jabbering-trout-and-aldous-collins-tickets-722771508037?aff=oddtdtcreator

 

 

>TIMKO & Co.

Thurs 11/2, Ward 4, Auburndale, 6:30-9:30pm

Sun 11/5, Devlin's Brunch, Brighton, MA 12-3pm

Sat 11/11, Taffeta, Lowell, MA w/ Cotton Mouth Boot Mill Flavor, 7:30pm $25 tix at www.BostonLovesMusic.com/cottonmouth

Wed 11/22, Tommy Doyle's Turkey Day Pre-Party, Newton, MA 8-11pm

 

>Hey all, I'm experimenting with a new way for you to promote your shows in our email blast. If you have a show in December or beyond, and want it listed in the next email blast, follow the next link to fill out the form. I welcome any feedback on if this process was easy and if you felt it added value to your gig promotions. Thanks in advance!

https://bostonlovesmusic.com/gig-submissions

It would potentially look like this:

TIMKO & Co. 11/26/2023 Devlin's Brighton 12pm 3pm FREE Brunch
TIMKO & Co. 11/15/2023 Tommy Doyle's Newton 8pm 11pm FREE  
Cotton Mouth Boot Mill Flavor 11/11/2023 Taffeta Lowell 5 11   Full night of music, Cotton Mouth/BMF goes on about 8:30pm. Get tickets, listen to the music, and find more event info here: www.bostonlovesmusic.com/cottonmouth
TIMKO & Co. 11/05/2023 Devlin's Brighton 12pm 3pm FREE Brunch
TIMKO & Co. 11/02/2023 Ward 4 Auburndale 6:30 9:30 FREE  
               

 

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Try Bandzoogle. I've been very happy with Bandzoogle as a website service full of features for independent musicians and great customer support. Use this link to check it out! (note: I get a small kickback if you decide to join)

https://bandzoogle.com/?memref=r25533

 

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WHO'S MISSING?

If you know of someone from our open mics who'd appreciate getting these community-building emails, please suggest to them to sign up on our website. www.BostonLovesMusic.com

 

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*** Acoustic Open Mics, Hosted by TIMKO...

 

MONDAYS

at Porter Belly's Pub

338 Washington St., Brighton, MA 02135

https://porterbellyspub.com/

Sign-up starts: 7:30pm

Open Mic starts: 8:00pm

Ends at 12:00am

Music Only!

Hosted by TIMKO

Details: 2 song sets. Gear: 2 mics, 3 guitar cables. Percussion welcome.

 

WEDNESDAYS

at Ward 4

277 Auburn St, Newton, MA 02466

https://www.ward-4.com/

Sign up starts at 6:30pm

Open Mic starts: 7:00pm

Ends at 10pm

Music Only!

Hosted by TIMKO

Details: 2 song sets. Gear: 2 mics, 3 guitar cables. Percussion welcome.

 

THURSDAYS

at KoC (Knights of Columbus)

23 W. Foster St., Melrose

Second Floor

Sign up starts at 7pm

Open Mic starts: 7:30pm

Ends at 10:30pm

Music Only!

Hosted by TIMKO (3rd & 5th), Mark T (1st) ., Johnny O.(2nd & 4th)

 

Details: 3 song sets. Gear: 2 mics, 3 guitar cables, keyboard upon request. Percussion welcome.

October News

Hold on to your hats!

September News

Previous events

Peter Parcek Band in Melrose with The Emersons, TIMKO

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Mexico Lindo, 449 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176

Free Show!!! Courtesy of the Melrose Cultural Council at Mexico Lindo's el Porche, Melrose, MA 449 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176

Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023 Doors at 2:30pm, Show starts 2:45pm Ends 6:00pm

Due to the rained out Melrose Porchfest, Mexico Lindo has graciously allowed this event to happen in their covered back deck, "el porche". Enjoy amazing music, delicious food and drink. See host stand for seats.

Peter Parcek Band (4:30pm) Parcek's unique "soul guitar" style blends the very best of blues, both ancient & modern. Parcek’s guitar work has been compared to Buddy Guy, Eric Clapton & Peter Green! “You’re as bad as Eric Clapton & I know Eric Clapton” remarked Buddy Guy. > The band will feature Tom West (Peter Wolf, Bettye LaVette), Chris Rivelli (Kim Wilson, Lurrie Bell) & Marc Hickox (Bettye LaVette) https://www.peterparcekband.com/index.html

The Emersons (3:15pm) A Melrose, MA based band covering the sweetest hits from modern crunchin' to classic rockin'. Featuring Mark, Julie, Tim, Jason, Dave, Jill https://bostonlovesmusic.com/emersons

TIMKO & Co. (2:45pm) A mish mash of music, friends, and good times, focussing on classic rock styled music with rootsy modern twists. www.timkomusic.com

There is parking available on Main St as well as in a municipal lot at the rear of the building. There is no cover charge. Please see host desk to acquire a table and chairs, or standing room.

Previous events

Cotton Mouth / Boot Mill Flavor, 30yr Reunion and Friends Music Fest

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Taffeta, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell

This is a combined UMass Lowell College Friends Reunion and Cotton Mouth/Boot Mill Flavor melt your face rock n roll show. One night. One Night Only!!! College Reunion portion starts at 5pm and includes snacks, hugs, and live music, plus an epic blues/jazz/funk jam. Message us for more details about the jam. More bands to be announced soon!

About: Popular 90’s grunge/groove/jam band, Cotton Mouth, aka Boot Mill Flavor, celebrate a 30yr reunion with friends from Lowell, UMass and beyond. Several bands and musicians take the stage starting at 5pm. The band also celebrates the remastering and streaming availability of their catalog. Stay up-to-date at www.BostonLovesMusic.com/CottonMouth

$25 advanced ticket

August News

*** A special thank you to our friend, Danny Pepper, for hosting both Porter Belly's and Ward 4 open mics while I'm on family vacation!!!

*** Seeking individual or group music lessons in the Newton Highlands area?

Our friend, Dave Carroll, is not only a great sax player, multi-instrumentalist, clutch impromptu band member for hire, but he has also has been successfully running a great music school in Newton called, Conservatory at the Highlands. They're excited to announce new programming and new teachers... scroll further down to find out more info.

https://www.instagram.com/highlands_conservatory/?hl=en

http://www.highlandsconservatory.com/

*** Steam Kettle Music Fest at Hale

Saturday, September 9 · 12 - 7pm EDT

An outdoor, multi-stage music fest set in the woods of Hale Reservation in Westwood. Beer Garden & Food Trucks on site. (Bring your camping chairs)

featuring: David Wax Museum, Sympli Whitney, Zili Misik, The Acemakers, ADDIE, Gerneration Gap, Portrait in Jazz, Three at Home, Tokyo Tramps, Mass Appeal.

at Hale Education, Inc. 80 Carby Street Westwood, MA 02090 United States

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/steam-kettle-music-festival-tickets-616487349257

*** Summer Reading

Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/born-to-run-bruce-springsteen/1103357345?ean=2940170567294

Get the audio version where Bruce narrates it himself. I don't think you need to be a Bruce fan to appreciate the many amazing stories, and his personal inflections are awesome.

 

Stretch the summer! ~ TIMKO

 

 

***UPCOMING SHOWS:

 

Bob Greenman

Sat 8/19, Jamaica Plain Porchfest, "The Haven Scottish Tavern", 284 Amory Street, 4-5 PM

 

Kai Wilson 

Fri 8/25, Rockwood Music Hall in Boston, Doors at 7 PM

Ticket/Event Link:

https://www.rockwoodboston.com/calendar#calendar-5d24566e-12c7-4337-9003-732e8184c685-event-lkmzl40u

 

The Nick Haddad Trio

Fri., 9/15, Lookout Farm, Natick, 6-8 pm

Sat., 9/23, Trillium Brewery, Canton, 6-9 pm,

 

 

The Acemakers

Sat., 9/9, Steam Kettle at Hale, Westwood

 

Micki & Michael

Thurs., 8/17, Ward 4, Newton, 6:30-9:30pm

 

Tokyo Tramps

Sat., 9/9, Steam Kettle at Hale, Westwood

 

Leandro & Steve Duo

Sat., 9/2, UNO’s, Dedham, 7-10 pm

Sat. 9/9, Raven's Nest, Walpole, 8-11pm

 

Larissa Glass & Side Hustle and The Acemakers

Fri 9/8, J&G Grill, Stoughton, 8-11 pm

 

Thom Griffin

Sat 8/26, Jungle, Somerville

Sat 9/23, Biltmore, Newton 8pm

Sat 10/7,  Biltmore, Newton 8pm

 

TIMKO & Co.

Fri 8/18, Hemlock Grille at Brookline Golf Club, 5:30-7:30pm

Sat 8/19, Tommy Doyle's Beach Party, Newton, MA 8-11pm

Sun 8/20, Devlin's Brunch, Brighton, MA 12-3PM

Sun., 8/20, Donohue's Sunday Funday, Watertown, 7-10pm

Thurs 8/21, Tessie's, Waltham, 8-11pm

Fri 8/25, Hemlock Grille at Brookline Golf Club, 5:30-7:30pm

Sun 8/27, Devlin's Brunch, Brighton, MA 12-3pm

Thurs 9/7, Ward 4, Auburndale, 6:30-9:30pm

Fri 9/15, Hemlock Grille at Brookline Golf Club, 5:30-7:30pm

 

 

*** MORE PORCHFEST NEWS:

this is all from www.Porchfest.info compiled by guru Kirk Israel.

 

(Likely) New England 2023 Porchfests:

   
Aug 19 Jamaica Plain
Aug 26 Wellfleet
Sep 9 Belmont
Sep 9 Milton
  Brookline
Sep 16 Plum Island
  Swampscott
  Sharon
  Natick
Sep 23 Melrose
Sep 23 Hull
Sep 23 Roslindale
Sep 23 West Concord

 

Kirk Israel of Porchfest.info created and runs the websites for six of these events, and has consulted on several others.

 

*** Save the Date

Cotton Mouth Reunion Show,

Hey all, my high school turned college band, Cotton Mouth aka The Boot Mill Flavor, is having a huge reunion show on Sat. Nov 11th in Lowell, MA. It will be awesome and we'd love to see you there. More details to come. Please save the date!

Follow us here: https://www.facebook.com/cottonmouthbootmillflavor/

 

 

*** Conservatory at the Highlands
New Things to Look Forward to at The Conservatory This Year:

  • In Home Lessons: The Conservatory on Wheels at your door!
  • Instrument Rentals, Music Supplies (Strings, Reeds, Tuners, Books, Etc.), and Instrument Repairs/Guitar Set-Ups! (Let us know what you need to get this year started off great.)
  • New Faculty! We have the most incredible faculty at The Conservatory and this year we are welcoming new piano, voice, guitar, woodwind and early childhood teachers! The Conservatory now has over 40 teachers. The best teachers in New England.
  • More Bands and Ensembles! This year we are adding more bands and ensembles (Student Rock Bands, String Groups, Jazz Bands, All-Age Ensembles, Adult Groups, Mom/Dad Rock Bands) It is incredibly beneficial to supplement your music lessons with small group ensembles! And it's a lot of fun.
  • More Performances! We have additional performance opportunities through our community events such as Village Days, Chestnut Hill Mall Performances, Open Mics, and More!
  • Early Childhood Classes!

Business Text Line for questions: 617-903-0944

https://www.instagram.com/highlands_conservatory/?hl=en

http://www.highlandsconservatory.com/

 

 

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*** Acoustic Open Mics, Hosted by TIMKO...

 

MONDAYS

at Porter Belly's Pub

338 Washington St., Brighton, MA 02135

https://porterbellyspub.com/

Sign-up starts: 8:00pm

Open Mic starts: 8:30pm

Ends at 12:00am

Music Only!

Hosted by TIMKO

Details: 2 song sets. Gear: 2 mics, 3 guitar cables. Percussion welcome.

 

WEDNESDAYS

at Ward 4

277 Auburn St, Newton, MA 02466

https://www.ward-4.com/

Sign up starts at 6:30pm

Open Mic starts: 7:00pm

Ends at 10pm

Music Only!

Hosted by TIMKO

Details: 2 song sets. Gear: 2 mics, 3 guitar cables. Percussion welcome.

 

THURSDAYS

at KoC (Knights of Columbus)

23 W. Foster St., Melrose

Second Floor

Sign up starts at 7pm

Open Mic starts: 7:30pm

Ends at 10:30pm

Music Only!

Hosted by TIMKO, Mark T., Johnny O.

 

Details: 3 song sets. Gear: 2 mics, 3 guitar cables, keyboard upon request. Percussion welcome.

 

 

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