December Shows to Check Out

So many great shows to check out, so little time! Here are four off the top of my head that you should be considering, if you’re not already. I’m sure there’s more, but here are the ones I’m thinking of at the moment…

First, the amazing Lady Lamb the Beekeeper plays a show at the intimate venue, The Parlor Room, in Northampton, MA. Her 2013 album Ripely Pine is one of my top picks for the year, and her live shows are not to be missed. The fact that she’s playing such a great, small room is nothing short of amazing, and probably not to be repeated. This happens this coming Tuesday, December 3. Learn more and buy tickets here:  http://www.ticketfly.com/event/395219-lady-lamb-beekeeper-northampton/

Second, at the same great venue, you can see Mark Mulcahy this coming Friday, December 6. He’s playing two shows, an early one at 7 pm and a late one at 9 pm. His 2013 album, Dear Mark J. Mulcahy, I Love You, is another of my top picks for the year. Two amazing friends and fellow area musicians will be backing Mulcahy–fellow Mystic Ken Maiuri and Henning Ohlenbusch. Another not-to-be-missed show! Learn more and buy tickets here: http://www.ticketfly.com/event/395309-mark-mulcahy-northampton/

Third, you can see five amazing bands–Sitting Next to Brian, Original Cowards, Banditas, The Fawns, and Boy Toy at The Elevens on Saturday December 7. Fellow Mystic Brian Marchese plays in both Sitting Next to Brian (his baby) and The Fawns. You can learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/532829280129194/

Fourth, at the Iron Horse in Northampton, MA, on Friday December 13, there will be a double-bill well worth your time. My friends Colorway, who released their most excellent self-titled debut this year (another of my top picks!) opening for the equally amazing Z3, a powerhouse organ trio that plays the music of Frank Zappa! And on this date, they will be joined by veteran Zappa player Ed Mann!

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