5 Live Music Musts - February 5, 2016
Friday, February 05, 2016
“5 Live” has something for everyone this week. From traditional Irish to modern rock and country, Saturday night will never be the same. Read all about some of the best music in town this weekend.
Dar Williams at Greenwich Odeum Saturday
Singer-songwriter Dar Williams plays the Greenwich Odeum tomorrow night, kicking off a month of great shows scheduled for the intimate East Greenwich venue. A 20+ year veteran of the folk circuit, Williams released the well-received album Emerald, last May. She’s the first of several top artists coming to the Odeum and will be followed by Southside Johnny, Leon Russell, and Jorma Kaukonen. Show begins at 8PM – tickets are $30.
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Traditional Irish music will be front and center tomorrow night at the Blackstone River Theatre in Cumberland. The venue regularly hosts folk, roots, and international artists and this week welcomes The Vox Hunters with Lyndsey Straw along with Torrin Ryan and Kyle Forsthaff. Expect a variety of traditional Celtic sounds for the 8PM show. Tickets are $13 in advance and $15 at the door.
Schemers at Courthouse Center Saturday
35 years burnin' down the road, the mighty Schemers play a rare date tomorrow night at the Courthouse Center for the Arts in West Kingston. The legendary band, 2015 inductees in the RI Music Hall of Fame, only plays a few times a year these days, so get out there and “have some fun, for once in your life.” Show is at 8PM – tickets $15.
Lee Brice at Ryan Center Saturday
Country star Lee Brice comes to the Ryan Center at URI Saturday night on his “Life Off My Years” tour. The South Carolina native has had several top 10 hits in recent years and released I Don’t Dance in 2014. He’s also a noted songwriter, and has collaborated with Garth Brooks and Tim McGraw among others. A few tickets remain at $49 for the 7:30 show. Maddie & Tae and Dylan Scott open.
Joe Louis Walker at Chan’s
Blues great Joe Louis Walker returns to Chan’s in Woonsocket tonight. Walker has received numerous awards and is a member of the Blues Hall of Fame. Expect him to share some classics along with tunes from his recent release Everybody Wants a Piece. Tickets are $22 for the 8PM show.
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