Concert Update: We’re ON!
Hi all - things look stable enough weather-wise, so we’ll see you at 7pm tonight for a great night of acoustic music! - Dave and Rob.
Coming Saturday, July 5: The ALI Summer Concert!
Saturday, July 5, 7pm — FREE!
Come out and join us on the front lawn of the historic Deepwells Mansion in Saint James this 4th of July Weekend for the outdoor concert of the summer. You’ll be entertained by some of the region’s finest singer-songwriters. Read all about it here! | Map to Deepwells | Questions? Email Us
June 25: Bess Rogers at Acoustic Long Island
Bess is a compelling performer with nothing but a guitar; she impressed people for years with her wonderful songs and her beautiful, silky voice. What’s impressive about Decisions… is its ability to straddle genre-lines and to throw in more instruments than you find in a high-school band without ever veering towards the muddled or confused. Where else would you find an accordion and a banjolele on a record filled with endless ‘ba da da’s and accessible lyrics that beg you to dig a little deeper? Bess’ songs run the gamut from strange and waltzy to alt-country to brooding folk to twee pop, sometimes in the space of a single song. The only constant is Bess’ obvious gift for melody, her luxurious, sultry, or sweet voice (depending on the moment), and Romer’s stellar production. Rogers has become a regular in the New York scene, playing at The Knitting Factory, The Living Room, Pianos, and Southpaw, to name a few. For more go to www.myspace.com/bessrogers.
June 25 VIDEO: Bess Rogers at Acoustic Long Island
Bess Rogers performs LIVE at Acoustic Long Island, June 25, 2008. Video produced and directed by Rob Dircks.
June 25: Don’t Be Afraid
Sometimes a song just seems to be meant for a moment. This week, John Preddice and Krista March told the gathering at the mansion they were getting married and expecting — and then sang the perfect love song as they leave leave the gate into a brand new life. Bravo and Congrats! Tonight’s lineup also includes Frankie Hart, Rick Trento, Cole Verderber, Tim Dillon with Hank Stone, and Patrick Berlinquette with Matt Romanelli.
June 18: Gregory Douglass at Acoustic Long Island
Gregory Douglass’ passionate amalgamation of contemporary folk, pop, and rock has been compared to Tori Amos, Jeff Buckley and Patty Griffin. With six critically acclaimed, independent CDs under his belt, the 27-year old Vermont native evokes the songwriting skills of an “old soul” and “the voice of an angel” (Seven Days). Douglass’ numerous accolades include being a finalist for both the 2005 International Songwriting Competition and 2004 Independent Music Awards; and winner of the 2003 GrammyFest in New York City, as well as being the inaugural performer on the American Red Cross 2003 “Save A Life Tour.” Douglass has toured with They Might Be Giants, and has shared the stage with India Arie, Melissa Ferrick, Jason Mraz, and Catie Curtis to name a few. Instinct Magazine says that Douglass’ sixth and newest album Up & Away “channels everyone from Stevie Wonder to Fiona Apple in a way that’s terrifyingly mature for someone so young.” For more go to www.myspace.com/gregorydouglass.
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