Roots Report
Okee dokee folks… The internet is a vast resource of knowledge, opinion, and a lot of bullshit, but occasionally I come across tidbits that are profoundly stated and I feel […]
Events:
Michael W. Smith
Beyond The Far Horizon tour:
April 23 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmNefesh Mountain
New York based progressive Americana group.
April 25 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmChris Trapper
With soulful, honeyed tenor, sly humor and an uncanny knack for melody, Chris has traveled the world over, performing po-folk with nothing but his guitar and his songs. Trapping audiences
April 26 @ 6:00 pm - 9:30 pmEastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra
Music Director & Conductor Toshiyuki Shimada.
April 26 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pmRodney Crowell
A troubadour.
April 26 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmHouse of Hamill
Whether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels, adding lush three-part harmonies into traditional folk ballads, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road, House
April 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Events:
CELEBRATE SPRING
March 15 - April 27Guys and Dolls
Hailed as the perfect musical comedy, this award-winning classic gambles with luck and love under the bright lights of Broadway. Based on characters created by journalist/short story writer Damon Runyon,
April 17 - April 27Michael W. Smith
Beyond The Far Horizon tour:
April 23 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmThe Prom
A queer couple wants to go to prom, and their conservative midwestern town won’t stand for it. Cue a team of Broadway stars on a musical mission to change hearts
April 24 - April 27Blackfriars Spring Dance Concert
This concert features a showcase of choreography from the PC Dance Company.
April 25 - April 26Blippi
Join the Band tour. The cartoon for kids takes on the music industry, explaining sounds and instruments.
April 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmNefesh Mountain
New York based progressive Americana group.
April 25 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmChris Trapper
With soulful, honeyed tenor, sly humor and an uncanny knack for melody, Chris has traveled the world over, performing po-folk with nothing but his guitar and his songs. Trapping audiences
April 26 @ 6:00 pm - 9:30 pmEastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra
Music Director & Conductor Toshiyuki Shimada.
April 26 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pmRodney Crowell
A troubadour.
April 26 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pmHouse of Hamill
Whether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels, adding lush three-part harmonies into traditional folk ballads, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road, House
April 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Album Review
J. Michael Graham- Stuck
On his first full-length release, Stuck, singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer, and Rhode Island native J. Michael Graham showcases some stellar songwriting that explores the evolution of interpersonal relationships and finding […]
Rhode Island Music Awards 2025 Nominations
View the event on Facebook The 2025 RI Music Awards are off and running! You can vote now at the survey link above. Every year, a typo surfaces as soon […]
Moonwalking in Providence
A review of the new Michael Jackson musical
The performance was listed as beginning at 7pm, and though the lights were still on in the theatre, a bit of activity was taking place on the stage. The scenery […]
The End of an Era… But the start of an age
The end of Taylor Swift’s Era’s Tour
The world-renowned singer’s Eras Tour, attended by over 10.1 million fans (including yours truly) has taken its final bow, its last, “Oh hi!” It’s last, “For the last time, no!” […]
Tune In & Tune Up
Tune In & Tune Up has had a productive few years. The organization is a health and awareness program that helps local musicians obtain mental health and other services and […]
Stop, Rock & Roll
Happy New Year, Motif readers! Here are five tasty local cuts to kick-off 2025 with style. Sure Thing – “Kidding Myself” Opening with banjo and gentle acoustic guitar, Sure Thing’s […]
Deer Tick X Deervana Revive Rock & Roll In ’25
A review of Deer Tick’s New Year’s Eve show
Walking into Fête Music Hall at the Bend, I was reminded of music I often hear playing on my dad’s radio when he works in the garage: rock with a […]
Roots Report
Okee dokee folks… We are facing the recrudescence of the mango moron and a return to a dark and dumb age. It’s just unbelievable to me that we have to […]
3 Local Releases You Should Know About
Dudemanbro, Live From The Rhode Compiled of live performances from throughout The Ocean State, Live From The Rhode is a welcome release from South County’s favorite reggae group, Dudemanbro. Anyone […]