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Now thru Saturday, Aug. 29: Creativity Over Silence
The Harold Stevens Gallery presents “Creativity Over Silence”, curated by Cate Smith and Allissa Williams.
The exhibition asks artists to respond to the events of the last year and a half through their own artistic vision. Photographers, sculptors, ceramic artists, painters, video artists, and mixed media artists are coming together to address their reactions to our confusing and often angering times. Artists have the capacity to generate new ideas, illuminate where differences and joint passions lie, and reveal truths ignored by mainstream media. By bringing together these artists and their works, the show seeks to open up a dialogue between artists and between artists and their audiences.
Participating artists: Frank Armstrong, Bayda Asbridge, Heather Barros, Ricardo Barros, Lisa Barthelson, Scott Boilard, Jennifer Carey, Trish Dehls, Louie Despres, Alice Dillion, Stephen DiRado, Skye Donaldson, Claudio Eshun, Antonio Fonseca, Frances Jakubek, Patti Kelly, James Maurelle, Victor Pacheco, Toby Sisson, Sandrine Sheon, Hoang Truong, Jill Watts, Allissa Williams, Matt Wright, Liang Yuan.
Gallery hours: Mondays noon to 3 pm; Wednesdays 2 to 4 pm; Thursdays 11 am to 3 pm; Fridays 11 am to 4 pm; Saturdays 8:30 am to 12:30 pm; or by appointment. Free to all!
A talk on Saturday, July 25, 10:30 am to 12 pm, will bring together artists Bayda Asbridge, Jennifer Carey, Hoang Truong, and Liang Yuan to talk about their personal experiences with oppression and privilege, followed by questions from the audience and a discussion.
The Gallery is accepting donations for Food Not Bombs Worcester of toothbrushes, toothpaste, travel soap/shampoo, baby wipes, granola/protein bars, and gloves.
The Harold Stevens Gallery is located inside WCUW, 910 Main Street, Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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Thursday, July 30: Cinema Worcester at the FrontRoom Presents “Don’t Look Back”
Cinema Worcester in conjunction with the WCUW FrontRoom presents “Don’t Look Back”, a film by D. A. Pennebaker.
Join us for a trip to the late 60s with three fantastic musical films, beginning with Don’t Look Back.
In 1965, the iconic troubadour Bob Dylan toured the United Kingdom at the age of 23, and director D.A. Pennebaker was allowed behind the scenes to provide one of the most intimate glimpses of the private and frequently cantankerous songwriter.
The film chronicles Dylan’s concert appearances, hotel room conversations, and transportation downtime, pulling back the curtain on the folk messiah at the end of his relationship with Joan Baez and on the cusp of his creative shift toward rock music.
Run time is 1 hour and 36 minutes. NR.
Showtime: Thursday, July 30, 7 pm.
Save money with a pass for all three films in this series: Purchase your three-film pass, available online only: $23.18 general admission (processing fees included).
Purchase individual tickets online: $10.38 general admission (processing fees included).
Tickets at the door: $8 general admission (single tickets only).
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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THURSDAY ~ 0730
Jeff V @ Grafton American Legion Post 92 – 5pm
Mark Manzella @ Brickstone Kitchen (Sutton) – 5:30-7:30pm
Sarah Levecque: Barside @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 5:30pm
Lizzy Marquis & Friends Open Music Night on the Lawn @The Groton Inn – 5:30-8:30pm
Fox & the Dragon inside Forge & Vine @ The Groton Inn - 5:30-8:30pm
Piano Steve @ Prezo Bar & Grill Milford) – 5:30-8pm
Still Sedated, Meat Depressed, Mass Spy, Bob Canci @ Ralph’s Rock Diner – 6pm
Quaboag River Blues Band @ The Stone Cow Brewery – 6-9pm
Summer Concert Series feat. Frank Viele @ Dean Park (Shrewsbury) – 6-8pm
Auburn Summer in the Park Concert Series 2026 feat. She’s Busy @ Pappas Recreation Complex - 6-8pm
Lisa Marie & Jimmy G @ Point Breeze – 6-9pm
ValleyCast Summer Concert Series feat. Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Wind @ Singe Performance Center at Alternatives’ Whitin Mills (Whitinsville) – 6-8pm
Josh Briggs @ Cold Harbor Brewing (Westboro) – 6pm
Wayside Sound @ La Miete La Mai Thai Bistro (Northboro) – 6pm
Open Mic Night hosted by Zack MacDonald @ Clover Road Brewing Co. (Hudson) – 6-9:30pm
Edward Troxler @ Bandoleros (Devens) – 6pm
Russell Watts @ Markoh's on Main (Ayer) – 6pm
Thursday Summer Evenings at the Garden w/ The Jazz Depot @ Tower Hill Botanic Garden - 6-8pm
Sturbridge Recreation Summer Concert Series feat. Dan Gabel & His Orchestra @ Town Common – 6-8pm
Matt Tremble @ Kawaii Sushi Asian Fusion (Medway) – 6-9pm
Thursday Night Summer Music Series w/ The Illusions Band @ the Paxton Bandstand - 6:30- 8:30pm
Jodee Frawlee @ Kennedy’s Restaurant & Market (Marlboro) – 6:30-9:30pm
Riptide (on the Garden Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 6:30-9:30pm
Thurs Bike Night w/ Wild Deuces @ Halligan’s Bar – 7-10pm
Open Mic hosted by Bridgit Nault @ Courthouse Brew Co. – 7-10pm
Talk is Cheap @ Blue Collar Vintage Salvage (Leicester) – 7-10pm
The Concert (ABBA Tribute) @ Indian Ranch (Webster) - 7pm
Open Mic Night Hosted by Robb Millet @ Rose Garden Bar & Lounge (Upton) – 7-10pm
Summer Concerts feat. True Vibe @ Union Common Concerts (Rt.135 & Main St. Marlboro) – 7pm
Colleen Marshall @ Ken's Steakhouse (Framingham) – 7-10pm
Thursday Open Mic @ Slaters (Bolton) – 7-10pm
Summer Concert Series feat. The Love Dogs @ The Fruitlands Museum (Harvard, MA) – 7-8:30pm
Leominster Summer Concert Series feat. The Williams Brothers @ Carter Park - 7-9pm
Two For the Road @ The Gazbar Sports Grill – 7-10pm
Open Jam/Open Mic w/ Jason Glenn & Friends @ The Paddock Lounge/ La Chucara (Fitchburg) – 7-10pm
Mike Martin @ Otter River Pub “The Onion” (Templeton) – 7pm
Luis Maldonado @ The Duck (Sturbridge) – 7-10pm
Mikey Hutchinson @ Pepperocini’s (Milford) – 7-10pm
Bellinghammered @ CRISP (Walpole) – 7-10pm
Miss Julia Violet presents “Jagged Little Pill” (Alanis Morissette Tribute) (on the Main Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 7pm
Miss Fairchild @ Vincent’s – 8-11pm
Aly West @ Femme Bar Worcester – 8-11pm
Open Mic/Open Jam @ The Raven - 8-12pm
Diet Disco Lemonade @ Amaia Martini Bar (Hudson) – 8-11pm
Souvenirs: The Music of John Prine: Barside @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 8pm
Andy Rice @ Turnpike Rod & Gun Club (Ashburnham) - 8-11pm
Deep Blue Jam @ Carrolton Club (Ipswich) – 8-11pm
New Hampshire
C.A.K.E Festival Day Extravaganza @ The Colonial Theatre (Keene, NH) – 5-7pm
The Bell Bottom Blues (Eric Clapton Experience) @ Labelle Winery (Derry, NH) – 7:15-10pm
Bennie & the Jets (Elton John Tribute) @ Labelle Winery (Amherst, NH) – 7:15-10pm
Ella Langley, Kameron Marlowe, Lacy Kaye Booth w/ Whitney Doucet on The Hazy Little Stage (5:30pm) @ Bank of NH Pavilion (Gilford, NH) - 7pm
Connecticut
Straight Up Jazz @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam, CT) – 5:30-8:30pm
Straight Up Jazz w/s/g Peter Parcek @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam, CT) – 8pm
Rhode Island
Open Mic w/ Lori Silvia @ Cady’s Tavern (Chepachet RI) – 7pm
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Friday, July 31: Cinema Worcester at the FrontRoom Presents “Monterey Pop”
Cinema Worcester in conjunction with the WCUW FrontRoom presents “Monterey Pop”, a film by D. A. Pennebaker.
Our trip to the late 60s continues with the second of three fantastic musical films: Monterey Pop.
Featuring performances by popular artists of the 1960s, this concert film highlights the music of the 1967 California festival.
Although not all musicians who performed at the Monterey Pop Festival are on film, some of the notable acts include the Mamas and the Papas, Simon & Garfunkel, Jefferson Airplane, the Who, Otis Redding, and the Jimi Hendrix Experience.
Hendrix’s post-performance antics–lighting a guitar on fire, breaking it and tossing a part into the audience—are captured.
Run time is 1 hour and 19 minutes. NR.
Showtime: Friday, July 31, 7 pm.
Save money with a pass for all three films in this series: Purchase your three-film pass, available online only: $23.18 general admission (processing fees included).
Purchase individual tickets online: $10.38 general admission (processing fees included).
Tickets at the door: $8 general admission (single tickets only).
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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FRIDAY ~ 0731
Colt & the Coyotes @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Worcester) – 1-4pm
Lori Brooks @ Hardwick Winery – 2-5pm
Bob Jordan @ WORCESTERMADE FARMERS MARKET (200 GREENWOOD ST.) – 3pm
Jared Hanrahan in the Backyard @ Firefly’s BBQ (Marlboro) – 4-7pm
Food Truck Fridays w/ Phil & Paul Band @ Nashoba Valley Winery, Orchard & Restaurant (Bolton) – 4-7pm
Kylie Harris with Troy Carauna 5@ Lilac Hedge Farm (Rutland) – 5-8pm
Adelaide Fay & The Leopard Frogs @ Agronomy Farm Vineyard (Oakham) – 5-8pm
Renee Lamay @ Rushford & Sons Brewhouse (Upton) - 5-8pm
Steve & Brad @ Marlborough Country Club – 5-8:30pm
BELLINGHAMMERED @ The Oasis Patio in The DoubleTree (Milford) – 5-8pm
Molly McKeon @ Oakholm Brewing Company (Brookfield)
Matt Soper @ Janine’s Frostee (Ware) – 5-8pm
Where’s the Talent? (TOWN OF WARE'S 250TH CELEBRATION TALENT SHOW) @ Workshop 13 (Ware) – 5-10pm
Hit the Bus @ Medusa Brewing (Hudson) – 5:30-8:30pm
Sugar Road: Barside @ Sanctuary (Maynard) - 5:30pm
Drew Carey @ Rushford & Sons Brewhouse (Holliston) – 5:30-8pm
Brett Talbert @ Vincent’s – 6-8pm
Jay Sully @ American Flatbread Worcester – 6-9pm
Tyler Levs @ Greater Good Imperial Brewing – 6-9pm
Daniel Gay @ BirchTree Bread Company – 6-9pm
Summer Concert Series feat. The Hip Swayers @ Rutland Town Common – 6-9pm
Bob Moon @ The Mill at 185 (W. Boylston) - 6pm
Rabble Rounders @ PINECROFT Summer Concert Series – 6-8pm
Brian Walker @ La Miete La Mai Thai Bistro (Northboro) – 6pm
Pat Fortuna @ Horseshoe Pub & Restaurant (Hudson) – 6-9pm
Bucket List @ Lost Shoe Brewing (Marlboro) – 6-9pm
One Headlight @ Chill Kitchen & Bar (Marlboro) – 6pm
Old Tom @ Clover Road Brewing Co. (Ashland) – 6-9pm
Friday Concerts feat. Radio Musikola @ Farm Pond Road – 6-8pm
Midnight Motion @ Sterling Street Brewery (Clinton) – 6-9pm
Andy Rice@ Sterling Street Brewery (Devens) – 6-9pm
Sudden Relic Acoustic @ Dirigible Brewing Co (Littleton) – 6-9pm
Open Mic w/ Jared Moore @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Westminster) – 6-8pm
Friday Night Live (on the Patio) w/ Jared Moore @ The Gazbar Sports Grill (Leominster) – 6-9pm
Jazzin’ Up w/ Edward Troxler @ Taco’s Tequila (Fitchburg) – 6-9pm
King Saison @ Hollis Hills Farm (Fitchburg) – 6pm
Our So Called Live Music @ Thirsty Robot Brewing (Fitchburg) – 6-9pm
J & B @ King Phillip Restaurant (Phillipston) – 6-9pm
The Vinyl Countdown @ Red Apple Farm Brew Barn & Cidery (Phillipston) – 6-8pm
Roller Coaster Road (patio) @ Baileys Bar & Grill (Townsend) – 6-9pm
Friday Night Acoustic w/ Evan Couture @ 308 Lakeside (E. Brookfield) – 6-9pm
TGIF Open Mic with WATER BEAR @ Lost Towns Brewing (Ware) - 6-8pm
Hard to Read @ Lake George Tavern (Wales) – 6-9pm
JP Royer 6-9pm @ Galliford’s Restaurant & Tavern (Mendon) – 6-9pm
Piano Steve @ Kennedy’s Restaurant & Market (Marlboro) – 6:30pm
Summer Concert Series feat. Tin Street Groove @ Hopkinton Center for the Arts - 6:30-8:30pm
Summer Music On The Patio w/ One Tree Family @ Blackstone National Golf Club (Sutton) – 6:30-8:30pm
Friday Night Frequencies w/ Kidd Hurricane @ the Hub Winchendon – 6:30-9pm
Bounce (on the Garden Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 6:30-9:30pm
Steven Higgs, on piano @ the Bull Run (Shirley) – 6:45pm
Club 321 feat. Robbie Pate @ Mechanics Hall – 7-9pm
The Ruiners @ Dudley Gendron American Legion Post 414 (Sutton) – 7-10pm
Jay Daly @ Uxlocale (Uxbridge) - 7-9pm
Mike Silvia @ Point Breeze – 7-10pm
Jediah @ The Mill at French River (Webster) – 7pm
Fridays Night Bands w/ Roadhouse Romeos @ PACC (Gardner) – 7-10pm
“Friday Wine Down” w/ Big Wheel feat. Monty @ Marconi Club (Fitchburg) – 7-10pm
Wayne Dunbar @ Tailwind Tavern (Hopedale) – 7-10pm
Adam Kettles @ The Duck (Sturbridge) – 7-10pm
CH’ Chuck @ Shutesbury Athletic Club – 7-10pm
Déjà vu @ Ken's Steakhouse (Framingham) – 7-10pm
Rock the Bokx w/ Jodee Frawlee @ Skybokx 109 (Natick) – 7-10pm
Nicole Burke @ Firefly’s BBQ (Marlboro) – 7-9pm
Colin Fields @ Pepperocini’s (Milford) - 7-10pm
The Peacheaters (Allman Brothers Tribute) (on the Main Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 7pm
Crash & Burn @ Framingham Eagles 894 - 7:30-10:30pm
Gracie Day @ Saw Dust Coffee House & Dessert Bar (Sturbridge) – 7:30pm
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FRIDAY ~ 0731 8 PM Onward
Joslyn Fox’s Birthday Bash @ The Electric Haze – 8pm
Raja 50 -Ilaiyaraaja @ The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts – 8pm
31 Whiskey Church @ Halligan’s Bar - 8pm
The Moore Bothers Band @ Hillcrest Country Club (Leicester) – 8-11pm
Brumbylon @ Upside Food N Drink (Dudley) – 8pm
Dave Macklin Band – Peace, Love & Funk @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 8-11pm
The Bono Boys @ Tackle Box Brewing (Marlboro) – 8-11pm
The Jon Butcher Axis (Sawtelle Room)@ the Bull Run (Shirley) – 8pm
Riff-Raff @ Chopsticks Leominster – 8-11:30pm
@ Owen O’Leary’s (Southboro) – 8-11pm
Laz Zeppelin @ The Center for Arts Natick – 8pm
Dave Proc @ Liz’s Tavern (Bellingham) – 8-11pm
Six Sisters @ Brothers Tavern (Milford) – 8-11pm
Jeremy @ Italian American World War Veterans Of The U.S. Post 40 (Milford) – 8pm
party iconic presents: OFF CAMPUS @ The Palladium – 8:30pm
Absynth Minded @ Freeplay Arcade Bar Patio (Worcester) – 8:30-11:30pm
Jonny Debit @ Days End Tavern (Oxford) – 8:30-11:30pm
One Headlight @ The Cellar 14 Mill (Fitchburg) – 8:30pm
The Combination@ Vincent’s – 9pm
Brothers of Black Valley @ Boland’s Bar & Patio – 9pm
Discodelic @ Bolton St. Tavern (Marlboro) – 9-12pm
4 on the Floor w/s/g Leaving Phoenix @ South Gardner Hotel – 9-12pm
New Hampshire
Rich Wallace @ The Alamo (Brookline NH) – 6-9pm
Eve Pierce @ Park Theatre (Jaffrey, NH) – 6pm
Justin Rigoli @ Molly’s Tavern & Restaurant (New Bedford, NH) - 6:30-9:30pm
Hank Williams Jr., Joel Nichols, John Foster w/ Alec MacGillivray on The Hazy Little Stage (5:30pm) @ Bank of NH Pavilion (Gilford, NH) - 7pm
Silver Springs (Fleetwood Mack Tribute) @ The Rex Theatre (Manchester, NH) – 7:30-9:30pm
Eaglemania (Eagles Tribute) @ Nashua Center for the Arts – 8pm
The Broken Hearts (Tom Petty Tribute) @ the Tupelo Music Hall (Derry, NH) – 8pm
Connecticut
Town Meeting Duo (Luke Condom & Tim CacKett @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam. CT) – 8pm
Mike O’Keefe @ Saw Dust Coffee House & Dessert Bar (Putnam, CT) – 8pm
Rhode Island
The Bootleggers @ Cady’s Tavern (Chepachet RI) – 8pm
Duke Robillard All-Stars @ Chan’s (Woonsocket, RI) - 8pm
The Garcia Project (Jerry Garcia Tribute) @ STADIUM THEATRE Performing Arts Center (Woonsocket, RI) – 8pm
Brevity @ the Last Resort (Smithfield, RI) – 8:30pm
Smells Like Nirvans Tribute (MTV Unplugged Show) @ The Met (Pawtucket, RI) – 8:30pm
Submit your listings to: impressariomp@gmail.com
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Saturday, August 1: Lisa Marie & Johnny Juxo featuring The Hip-Shakin’ Horns at the FrontRoom
Lisa Marie & Johnny Juxo return to the FrontRoom!
We are so excited to have this duo back! Their last show with us was truly a night of musical magic!
Lisa Marie is not only a blues shouter in the tradition of Big Joe Turner and Wynonie Harris, this Boston native carries on the sweet gospel soul of Sam Cooke, the yearning of Hank Williams, and the boisterous, cartoonish fun of Louis Jordan. From jump-swing to swamp boogie, country blues to funky New Orleans grooves, her deep husky vocals express an unmistakable joy.
Lisa Marie tells her audience that “joy and sorrow are two sides of the same coin.” This woman is a storyteller, with a gift that allows you to fall deeply in love with a song – sometimes one you may have heard before, but never have you heard it done quite like this… Innovative, creative vocal and musical arrangements that put a new twist on every story.
Combine the magnetic forces of Lisa Marie on vocals and percussion; Johnny Juxo on keys and vocals; truly energetic performances and the songwriting skills of two of New England’s premier musicians – and you’ve got one helluva party- Roots, rock ‘n’ roll & boogie woogie soul!
Showtime: Saturday, August 1, 7 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Tickets $20 cash at the door. Light refreshments will be served.
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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Saturday, August 1: Cinema Worcester at the FrontRoom Presents “Gimme Shelter”
Cinema Worcester in conjunction with the WCUW FrontRoom presents “Gimme Shelter”, a film by Charlotte Zwerin, Albert Maysles, and David Maysles.
Our trip to the late 60s concludes with Gimme Shelter.
Theis is the landmark documentary about the tragically ill-fated Rolling Stones free concert at Altamont Speedway on December 6, 1969.
Only four months earlier, Woodstock defined the Love Generation; now it lay in ruins on a desolate racetrack six miles outside of San Francisco.
Run time is 1 hour and 31 minutes. R (language | brief nudity | graphic violence).
Showtime: Saturday, August 1, 1 pm.
Save money with a pass for all three films in this series: Purchase your three-film pass, available online only: $23.18 general admission (processing fees included).
Purchase individual tickets online: $10.38 general admission (processing fees included).
Tickets at the door: $8 general admission (single tickets only).
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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SATURDAY Pt. 1 ~ 0801
Spooner Well @ Lilac Hedge Farm (Rutland) – 12-3pm
The Pike Grunge Fest w/ (Schism (Tool Tribute), Rotten Apple (Alice In Chains Tribute), Lounge Fly (Stone Temple Pilots Tribute), Drown (Smashing Pumpkins Tribute) @ Indian Ranch (Webster) - 12pm
House of Jam Artist Showcase (on the Main Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 12pm
Pete & Steve @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Worcester) – 1-4pm
Alex Rohan @ Greater Good Imperial Brewing – 1pm
Dustin Brideau @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Westminster) – 1-4pm
10th Anniversary Extravaganza w/ The Green Sisters @ The Stone Cow Brewery – 2-5pm
Livio Gravini @ Hardwick Winery – 2-5pm
Ambient Sojourn Band @ Red Apple Farm Brew Barn & Cidery (Phillipston) – 2-5pm
Dan Emino-on the Vintner's Knoll @ Nashoba Valley Winery, Orchard & Restaurant (Bolton) – 2-5pm
Jay Faires @ Medusa Brewing (Hudson) – 2:30-5:30pm
Eric Zell: Barside @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 2:30pm
Bob Moon in the Backyard @ Firefly’s BBQ (Marlboro) – 4-7pm
Downtown Music Series feat. Wicked Betty & the Bad Habits @ Hudson Town Hall – 4-7pm
The Gilmartin Brothers @ Rushford & Sons Brewhouse (Upton) – 4-7pm
Alias Draleaus @ The Rock (Northbridge) – 4-7pm
John Gauvin @ Oakholm Brewing Company (Brookfield) – 4-7pm
The Big Chief Band @ Houlden’s Sunflower Shanty (Grafton) – 5:30pm
So Lucky@ Lilac Hedge Farm (Rutland) – 5-8pm
Open Mic hosted by Joe Cicero @ The Mill at the French River (Webster) – 5-8pm
Woodshed @ Lost Towns Brewing (Ware) – 5-7pm
AC CODY @ The Oasis Patio in The DoubleTree (Milford) – 5-8pm
Jazzed Up Duo @ Val’s (Holden) – 5:30-8:30pm
Barefoot Rebel (Southern Rock/Skynyrd Tribute) @ the Pavilion, Douglas Orchard - 5:30-8pm
According to Nancy @ Rushford & Sons Brewhouse (Holliston) – 5:30-8pm
Michael Boezi: Barside @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 5:30pm
David Keith @ Connect Restaurant (N. Brookfield) – 5:30-8:30pm
Sool @ Vincents – 6-8pm
Easy Season @ Wormtown Brewery – 6-9pm
Acoustic Tandem @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Worcester) – 6-9pm
Josh Briggs @ The Mill at 185 (W. Boylston) – 6pm
Imogene Dan Gay @ PINECROFT Summer Concert Series – 6-8pm
Valerie Newman @ Sterling Street Brewery (Clinton) – 6-9pm
Lisa Marie & Jimmy G @ Oxfords Casual Dining – 6-9pm
Lori Diamond & Fred Abatelli @ La Miete La Mai Thai Bistro (Northboro) – 6pm
Fran Graves @ Horseshoe Pub & Restaurant (Hudson) – 6-9pm -`
Dwayne Haggins @ Chill Kitchen & Bar (Marlboro) – 6pm
Whitney Doucet @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Westminster) – 6-9pm
The Jazz Depot @ the Bull Run (Shirley) – 6-9pm
One Sip Band @ Dirigible Brewing Co (Littleton) – 6-9pm
Doghouse Band @ Leominster Eagles #477 – 6-9pm
(on the Patio) @ The Gazbar Sports Grill – 6-9pm
Quincy Lord @ Thirsty Robot Brewing (Fitchburg) – 6-9pm
The Nate Martel Band @ Hollis Hills Farm (Fitchburg) – 6pm
Jazz with Edward Troxler @ Dario’s Ristorante (Fitchburg) – 6-9pm
Mike Ouilette `@ King Phillip Restaurant (Phillipston) – 6-9pm
Whiskey Johnson @ Candlelight Café Pavillion (Templeton) – 6-9pm
Jake Alden@ Baileys Bar & Grill (Townsend) – 6-9pm
Zepptunes @ Shutesbury Athletic Club – 6-9pm
The Cult @ Lake George tavern (Wales) – 6-9pm
Siren’s Echo Band @ CraftRoots Brewing (Milford) – 6-9pm
Open Mic @ The Coffee Loft (Marlboro) - 6:30-7:30pm
Open Mic Night hosted by Sing For Your Soup House Band @ Rushford & Sons Brewhouse (Holliston) – 6:30pm
The Kerosene Band (on the Garden Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 6:30-9:30pm
Lisa Marie & Johnny Juxo @ The WCUW Front Room – 7pm
Open Mic Night on the Big Stage @ Off the Rails Music Venue – 7pm
Anina Claudia @ Cocktail Garden & Kitchen – 7pm
Rukkus w/ The Ben Cote Band & Pink @ Rascals – 7-10pm
EKoh @ the Palladium – 7pm
Little Black Dress @ Ken's Steakhouse (Framingham) – 7-10pm
Jared Moore @ Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers (Framingham) – 7-10pm
Outdoor Summer Concert Series w/ Mark Russell & Friends @ 19 Carter St (Berlin) – 7-9pm
Trae Sheehan @ Timberyard Brewing (E. Brookfield) – 7pm
Matt Zajac @ Tailwind Tavern (Hopedale) – 7-10pm
Soapstone @ Lake George Tavern (Wales) – 7pm
Drown (Smashing Pumpkins Tribute) (on the Main Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 7pm
The Lone Bellow @ Groton Hill Music Center – 7:30pm
Ryan Hood @ Saw Dust Coffee House & Dessert Bar (Sturbridge) – 7:30pm
8 PM and later below...
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SAT. Pt. 2 ~ 0801 8 PM Onward!
Burning Sky (Bad Company Tribute) w/ Moving Chairs @ The Worcester MCL – 8-11pm
Roomful of Blues @ Point Breeze – 9-12pm
Tom Hurley @ Upside Food N Drink (Dudley) – 8pm
Paisley Project @ The Center for Arts Natick – 8pm
Power Up (AC/DC Tribute) @ Tackle Box Brewing (Marlboro) – 8-11pm
Ramble on Rose (Grateful Dead Tribute) @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 8pm
4ever Fab @ The Simple Man Saloon & Grill – 8pm
The Diva @ Chopsticks Leominster - 8-11:30pm
The Patchwork Family Band @ Kahlua Restaurant (Sturbridge) – 8-11pm
Gunpowder & Lead @ Liz’s Tavern (Bellingham) – 8-11:30pm
Matt Tremble @ Bellingham VFW Post 7272 – 8pm
3Sum band @ Italian American World War Veterans Of The U.S. Post 40 (Milford) – 8pm
Tin Street Groove @ Pinz Entertainment (Milford) – 8-11pm
Dan Moretti & Brazilia @ Narrows Center for the Arts (Fall River) – 8pm
Karla Bonoff @ Spire Center for Performing Arts (Plymouth) – 8-10pm
EDM Night @ the White Eagle – 8:30pm-12:30am
Scott Babineau @ The Cellar 14 Mill (Fitchburg) – 8:30pm
Cannibal Ramblers @ Vincents – 9pm
Swamp Roots & The Wray-Ons @ Husky’s Pub – 9pm
Sasser, Andrews & Spignesi w/s/g Hannah’s Field @ The Electric Haze – 9pm
Colt & the Coyotes @ Boland’s Bar & Patio – 9pm
Yankee Dixon @ Partners Pub (Fitchburg) – 9pm
Eleven @ Bolton St. Tavern (Marlboro) – 9-12pm
True North @ Firefly’s BBQ (Marlboro) - 9-11pm
Monster Groove @ Morse Tavern (Natick) – 9-12pm
New Hampshire
Ethan Cunningham @ The Alamo (Brookline NH) – 6-9pm
Harold Thomas McCarthy @ Park Theatre (Jaffrey, NH) - 6pm
Matt Bergeron @ Molly’s Tavern & Restaurant (New Bedford, NH) - 6:30-9:30pm
Tiffy, All Feels, Afterthought @ Nova Arts (Keene NH) – 7pm
Joe Bonamassa, Govt Mule w/ Michael Vincent Band on The Hazy Little Stage (5:30pm) @ Bank of NH Pavilion (Gilford, NH) - 7pm
Crossfire Hurricane (Rolling Stones Tribute) @ The Rex Theatre (Manchester, NH) – 7:30-9:30pm
Connecticut
The Acoustic Combination @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam, CT) – 1-4pm
Joe Zebian @ Saw Dust Coffee House & Dessert Bar (Putnam, CT) – 8pm
The Willie J Laws Band @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam, CT) – 8-12pm
Rhode Island
Sean Syan@ Hill's Tavern (Chepachet, RI) – 3-6pm
The Earthmen @ Cady’s Tavern (Chepachet, RI) – 8pm
Nathan Cortland Band @ Hill's Tavern (Chepachet, RI) – 8pm
Bruce Mattson Band @ Chan’s (Woonsocket, RI) – 8pm
Laurel Canyon Band (Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young Tribute) @ STADIUM THEATRE Performing Arts Center (Woonsocket RI) – 8pm
Fights From Within w/ Yung Mosh, Provenance, Devitalized, Three Points of Madness @ The Met (Pawtucket, RI) – 8pm
Angelz Fury @ the Last Resort (Smithfield, RI) – 8:30pm
Submit your listings to: impressariomp@gmail.com
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What is the FrontRoom?
The WCUW FrontRoom is a community-run performance venue and event space located inside the WCUW 91.3 FM radio station at 910 Main Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. It is designed as an intimate, “living room” style space for local arts and community gatherings of up to 75 people.
Here is what makes it unique:
1. A hub for independent cinema
The FrontRoom serves as the screening room for Cinema Worcester. It functions as a cozy micro-cinema showing:
• Independent and foreign films.
• Documentaries and cult classics.
• The annual Oscar-nominated shorts.
2. Live performances and events
Beyond movies, the space is a versatile community cultural center. It regularly hosts:
• Live music: Acoustic sets, jazz, blues, and more.
• Art display: The walls of the FrontRoom feature Rose LeBeau’s rock icon paintings from an exhibit that was held in the station’s Harold Stevens Gallery.
3. Community “Living Room”
True to its community radio roots, the FrontRoom is available for private rentals and public use.
WCUW promotes it as a space for:
• Birthday parties, celebrations of life, and fundraisers.
• All-ages events and neighborhood meetings.
• Collaborative projects with local NGOs and artists.
Learn more at wcuw.org/frontroom
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Food, Art, & more...
SUNDAY FUNDAY
11 AM - 2PM • 3 Brussels St, Worcester
June 7 - October 25
Brussels St Market is a weekly outdoor market with a mix of food, art, and local vendors.
There’s always something good to eat, a handful of new things to check out, and a reason to stick around a little longer than you planned. Some vendors are there every week; others rotate through, so it never feels exactly the same.
You can stop by quick or hang out for a while. Either way, it’s a solid way to spend part of your Sunday.
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Sunday, August 2: Songwriters in the Round at the FrontRoom
Songwriters in the Round happens the first Sunday of the month, from 3:30 to 6:30 pm.
Each Songwriters session features original music, storytelling, and Q&A. In addition, there is a monthly workshop discussion topic and open circle sharing time. Hosted by Serena May Kilsmith.
The session runs from 3:30 to 6:30 pm on Sunday, August 2. More info at mamakilsmith.com.
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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SUNDAY ~ 0802
Jazz Brunch with Edward Troxler @ Paupers Pantry (Fitchburg) – 9am-2pm
Sunday Jazz Brunch @ Moon Hill Brewing at the Gardner Ale House – 9am-3pm
Wayward Vine Band @ 3 Brussels Street Market – 11am-2pm
Sunday Summer Jazz w/ Bob Martin Jazz Trio @ Hopkinton Center for the Arts – 11am-1pm
Brunch with Jodee Frawlee @ Coach Grill (Wayland) - 11:30am-2:30pm
Joe Cicero @ Evviva Tratatoria (Marlboro) – 12-3pm
Magic Mojo Band @ Red Apple Farm Brew Barn & Cidery (Phillipston) – 12-3pm
Alex Fradkin @ Brothers Tavern (Milford) – 12-3pm
Traditional Irish Seisiún @ Boland’s Bar & Patio – 1pm
Disco Lemonade @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Worcester) – 1-4pm
Whitney Doucet Band @ Blue Collar Vintage Salvage (Leicester) – 1pm
Bob Moon @ Lilac Hedge Farm (Rutland) – 1-4pm
Sean Maguire @ Hollis Hills Farm (Fitchburg) – 1-4pm
Jared Moore @ Wachusett Brew Yard (Westminster) – 1-4pm
Lakeside Sunday Funday w/ Kylie Harris @ 308 Lakeside (E. Brookfield) - 1-4pm
The Hip Swayers @ Janine’s Frostee (Ware) – 1-4pm
Fred Clayton Band (on the Garden Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 1-4pm
Take Two on the Vintner's Knoll @ Nashoba Valley Winery, Orchard & Restaurant (Bolton) - 1:30-4:30pm
Sunday Fundays w/ Riff-Raff @ Worcester MCL – 2-5pm
Open Mic hosted by Whiskey Cherry Bomb @ Dirigible Brewing Co (Littleton) – 2-5pm
Secret Sage Stone C@ The Stone Cow Brewery – 2-5pm
Brie Green @ Hardwick Winery – 2-5pm
2026 Summer Concert Series presents Blind Tiger Swing Posse @ Powder Mill Park (Spencer) – 2-5pm
Sunday Music Series feat. Scott Alan Savoy @ Templeton Fish & Gun Club – 2-5pm
The fallow Season @ Oakholm Brewing Company (Brookfield) – 2pm
Dan Bunge Retirement Party feat. Paul Galulucci & John Brauchier w/ Jeff Majeau & JJ Armstrong @ Southbridge Eagles 344 - 2-5pm
Cobblestone Road @ Lake George Tavern (Wales) – 3-6pm
Marc Tariela @ Seven Saws Brewery & Taproom (Holden) – 2:30-5:30pm
Chris Houston & the M80’s @ Vincents – 3-6pm
Acoustic Blues Jam hosted by Charles Ketter @ Husky’s Pub- 3pm
Fun in the Sun-Day w/ Acoustic Menage @ Millbury Old Time Inn - 3-6pm
Shi’s Pub Jam feat. Brett Brumby w/ The Living Bras @ Shi’s Pub (E. Brookfield) – 3-7pm
Robert Deland @ Lost Towns Brewing (Ware) – 3pm
PANNEUBEAN STEEL @ The Oasis Patio in The DoubleTree (Milford) – 3-6pm
Sunday Serenades: Omari Banks @ Spire Center for Performing Arts (Plymouth) - 3pm
Songwriters in the Round hosted by Serena Mae Kilsmith feat. Roger Lavallee @ The WCUW Front Room – 3:30-6:30pm
The Healys @ Boland’s Bar & Patio – 4-7pm
Live Music on the Rooftop w/ Between the Waves @ the Mercantile – 4-7pm
The Millis Berfield Duo @ Rushford & Sons Brewhouse (Upton) – 4-7pm
Tim Leavitt In the Backyard @ Firefly’s BBQ (Marlboro) – 4-7pm
Sunday Jazz Jam hosted by Blueprint Jazz Club @ Medusa Brewing (Hudson) – 4-6pm
Wicked Dizzy @ B Mans 140 Tavern – 4-8pm
Sound Bites Open Mic hosted by Franco O’Malley – Theme: All Things Summer feat. Sweet Euphoria @ Red Apple Farm Brew Barn & Cidery (Phillipston) – 4-7pm
Jai Mannion @ Brothers Tavern (Milford) – 4-7pm
West Boylston Summer Concert Series feat. Rhythm @ Town Common Bandstand – 5-7pm
Jazzy Sunday w/ The Hines Trio @ Kawaii Sushi Asian Fusion (Medway) –5-8pm
No Static (Steely Dan Tribute) (on the Main Stage) @ Neptune’s Cape Cod (Hyannis) – 5pm
Ryan Hood @ Baileys Bar & Grill (Townsend) – 5:30-8:30pm
The Word Alive - The Deceiver & Dark Matter Anniversary Tour w/s/g Not Enough Space, Downswing & Code:Words @ the Palladium – 7pm
L&M Rhythm Kings @ PINECROFT Summer Concert Series – 6-8pm
Mike G’s Sunday Jam feat. The Vagabonds @ the MCL – 6:30-10:30pm
Lowell Summer Music Series feat. JJ GREY & MOFRO @ Boarding House Park – 6:30pm
Big Jon Short @ Vincents – 7-10pm
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers @ Groton Hill Music Center – 7pm
Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass @ The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts – 7:30pm
Haley Reinhart @ The Center for Arts Natick – 7:30
New Hampshire
Bob Pratte@ Molly’s Tavern & Restaurant (New Bedford, NH) - 1-4pm (Lawn Stage)
Blues & Brews feat. Craig Thomas & Bluetopia @ Marty’s Driving Range (Mason NH) – 3-6pm
Mike Jetti @ The Alamo (Brookline NH) – 5-8pm
Connecticut
Alpaca Lunch @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam, CT) – 1-4pm
Open Mic @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam, CT) – 7pm
Rhode Island
Roadhouse Blues @ Cady’s Tavern (Chepachet, RI) – 3pm
Through the Doors (Doors Tribute) @ Hill’s Tavern & Grill (Chepachet RI) - 3-6pm
Madhatter @ the Last Resort (Smithfield RI) – 3pm
Submit your listings to: impressariomp@gmail.com
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Curator of The music & the package, the aural & the visual.
Hear Larry on Crosstracks every other Tuesday morning from 6 to 9 AM over WCUW 91.3 FM ~ www.wcuw.org/listen
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Cool Down With WCUW
The Dog Days of Summer are officially with us. Fortunately, you can always rely on the cool sounds of WCUW to help you make it through the heat.
We need your help to keep our programming alive this summer. Our two-week Summer Fundraising campaign runs from Monday, July 20th to Sunday, August 2nd. We need to raise another $3250 so our dedicated volunteers and vital equipment can stay cool and operational all season long.
WCUW is, and always has been, 100% independent community radio—completely free of government or corporate influence. Please consider making a pledge of support today.
Two easy ways to give:
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Online: Click the big green button at wcuw.org
Phone: Call us directly at 508-753-2284
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WCUW 91 3 FM LOBE w/
The Mayor of Musictown Concert Listings
Now Through Weds, 08.05.26
~
The most thorough Event Calendar in Central MA!
And Check Out wcuw.org
for our concert and movie schedule!
MONDAY ~ 0803
Nate Martel @ Hardwick Winery – 2-5pm
Joe Cicero @ Public House (Sturbridge) - 5:30-8:30pm
Blue Monday feat. Tokyo Tramps @ Moon Hill Brewing & the Gardner Ale House – 6:30-8:30pm
Blue Monday feat. Sean Fullerton @ Red Apple Farm Brew Barn & Cidery (Phillipston) – 6-8pm
Open Mic Night hosted by Jae Mannion @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 6:30-9:30pm
The Hip Swayers Band @ Vincent’s – 8pm
Submit your listings to: impressariomp@gmail.com
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August 4 (4 PM Tues), PETA's new president, Tracy Reiman joins us for a Vegan Nation interview. Last week, Marlene interviewed Marnie Chambless about PETA's current 'i Scream' vegan ice cream truck tour in New England and East Coast of the USA. (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals founder, Ingrid Newkirk's interviews on Vegan Nation are in the 2024 & 2020 archives.) Photo credit: PETA
https://wcuw.org/community/vegannation/
PETA President, Tracy Reiman ~ Vegan – August 4, 2026
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WCUW 91 3 FM LOBE w/
The Mayor of Musictown Concert Listings
Now Through Weds, 08.05.26
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The most thorough Event Calendar in Central MA!
And Check Out wcuw.org
for our concert and movie schedule!
TUESDAY ~ 0804
Bob Jordan @ Holden Farmers Market – 3- 5:30pm
Community Drum Circles w/Jean -Sebastian Duvilaire & Sha-Asia Medina @ Village Worcester – 5-7pm
Sons of Levin: Barside @ Sanctuary (Maynard) - 5:30pm
Open Mic Night hosted by Santino Proietti @ The Gazbar Sports Grill - 6-9pm
Steve Mac’s Open Mic @ Revival 122 ( (Whitinsville) – 6pm
Open Mic hosted by Joe Cicero @ The Mill at French River (Webster) – 6-9pm
Patio Open Mic Night hosted by Ricky Robidoux & Andy Kurz Pepperocini’s (Milford) – 6-9pm
Clinton Summer Concert Series feat. Brookfield Rhythm @ Central Park – 6:30-8pm
Tony Soul Project @ Pepperell Town Common – 6:30pm
Sound Bites Tuesday Night Showcase w/ Dave & Pat, Franco & Ray Garabedian @ Sawa Asian Cuisine and Lounge – 6:30-9:30pm
The Big Chief Band @ Stoddard Park (Holliston) - 6:30pm
Open Mic with Mike Silvia @ Point Breeze – 7-10pm
Irish Music Listening Session @ Shutesbury Athletic Club – 7pm
TCAN Open Mic hosted by Mark Stepakoff @ The Center for Arts Natick – 7:30pm
Open Mic @ Boland’s Bar & Patio – 8pm
Boogie Chillin’ @ Vincent’s – 8-11pm
Taco Stu’s Day with Stu on the piano @ Husky’s Pub – 8pm
Tuesdays Dead with Dead Ahead @ Sanctuary (Maynard) – 8-11pm
Connecticut
Woody’s Totally Tubular Time Machine @ The Stomping Ground (Putnam, CT) – 7-10pm
Submit your listings to: impressariomp@gmail.com
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Check out the WCUW booth on the Worcester Common!
The City of Worcester and the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District are excited to announce the Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers' Market series will feature 10 weeks of live performances, crafters, food vendors, and farmers on Wednesdays, June 24 - August 26, 2026 (Rain Dates: September 2 & September 9) on the historic Worcester Common Oval. The festival will take place on those dates from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This summer marks the 16th-year celebration of the wildly popular festival series, which has grown from a single event featuring a handful of vendors into a multi-week local extravaganza including sensational talent, delicious food, handmade crafts, and more!
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~WCUW ~ Music ~ Art ~ Film
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WCUW 91 3 FM LOBE w/
The Mayor of Musictown Concert Listings
Now Through Weds, 08.05.26
~
The most thorough Event Calendar in Central MA!
And Check Out wcuw.org
for our concert and movie schedule!
WEDNESDAY ~ 0805
Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers' Market Series feat. Acoustic Winos @ Worcester Common Oval – 11am-2pm - Check out the WCUW Booth
The Worcester Organ Performance Series: Rosalind Mohnsen & Louise Mundinger @ Mechanics Hall – 12-1pm
The Half Wits @ Revival 122 ( (Whitinsville) – 5-8pm
John Fitz: Barside @ Sanctuary (Maynard) - 5:30pm
Jazz with Edward Troxler @ Dario’s Ristorante (Fitchburg) – 6-9pm
Acoustic Wednesdays w/ Bob Moon @ Moon Hill Brewery & the Gardner Ale House – 6pm
Travis Rollo @ Baileys Bar & Grill (Townsend) – 6-9pm
Open Mic Night hosted by Mike Melendez @ the Altruist Brewing Company (Sturbridge) – 6pm
Ripple Effect Wednesday Ramble @ the St. Charles Hotel (Millbury) – 6:30-10:30pm
Wednesday Lose Your Blues w/ Tokyo Tramps @ the Bull Run (Shirley) – 6:30-9:30pm https:/www.bullrunrestaurant.com/loseyourblues
Open Mic Night @ Husky’s Pub – 7pm
Tasteless Jack w/ Tasteless Tunes Variety Show @ The Hotel Vernon – 7pm
Greater Worcester Opera's Summer Concert Series presents Broadway Mix, Old and New @ 65 Briarwood Circle (Worcester) – 7-9pm
the SPACE JAM (an open jam) hosted by Brandon Sunshine Esteves @ The Electric Haze – 7-11pm
Sound Bites Open Mic hosted by Franco & Jess @ Otter River Pub “The Onion” (Templeton) – 7pm
Scotty Babineau @ Tavern on Central (Ashburnham) – 7-10pm
Irish Session with The Groton Session @ 19 Carter St (Berlin) - 7-9:30pm
Open Mic @ TDs Pub (Milford) - 7-10pm
Open Mic Wednesday @ Liz's Tavern (Bellingham) - 7-11pm
Concerts on the Common w/ Disco Lemonade @ West Brookfield – 7-9pm
Wednesday Sessions w/ Tim Gearan, Johnny Trama, Jeremy Moses Curtis & Duncan Arsenault @ Vincent’s – 8-11pm
Wednesday Night Blues (and Classic Rock) Jam @ Owen O’Leary’s (Southboro) - 8-11pm upstairs
The James Hunter Six @ The Center for Arts Natick – 8pm
The California Honeydrops (Sold Out) Dan Moretti & Brazilia @ Narrows Center for the Arts (Fall River) – 8pm
New Hampshire
Sister Hazel @ the Tupelo Music Hall (Derry, NH) – 8pm
Rhode Island
Open Mic hosted by Jesse & Chris @ Hill’s Tavern (Chepachet, RI) – 8-11pm
Submit your listings to: impressariomp@gmail.com
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Saturday, August 8: “Who Wants To Know” at the FrontRoom, with Rick Porter Opening
“Who Wants To Know” comes to the FrontRoom for a special fundraiser to benefit WCUW. Opening for them is Ric Porter.
Who Wants to Know delivers a joyful mixed-up gumbo of R&B, Americana, Country, and Blues. The “who” in Who Wants to Know is Arny Spielberg (guitar/vocals), Bob Sarkala (guitar), Gerry Bellegarde (bass/vocals), and Doug MacLeod (drums).
This flexible confederation of old friends and talented musicians spans decades of the Massachusetts music scene, with memorable collaborations in every genre and type of venue—from the 70s punk clubs of Cambridge, to show bands, to award-winning blues ensembles, to singer-songwriter showcases. Some members have played together steadily for more than two decades; others lost touch, then happily reconnected through crazy turns of kismet.
The opening act will be Ric Porter. Ric has been a rock-steady presence in the Central Mass music scene for nearly 50 years. From The Preston-Porter Band, as a founding member of the legendary Zonkeraz, to Sons of the Soil, to The Ric Porter Band, Ric’s approach has remained the same: “Play the stuff you love.” He will open the night with his originals, possibly joined by Bob and Arny, and likely to have the band back him on some tunes.
We here at WCUW can’t thank Arny Spielberg enough for putting together this wonderful show, with such top notch musicians, as a benefit for community radio. A heartfelt thank you to each of them for donating their time and talents to make this night possible!
Showtime: Saturday, August 8, 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Suggested minimum donation $20 cash or Venmo. Light refreshments will be served.
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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Saturday, August 15: Troy Mercy at the FrontRoom
Winner of the 2024/25 Boston Blues Challenge: Troy Mercy returns to the WCUW FrontRoom, with Pat Faherty on bass (of Canyon Lights- originally GA20) and Harrison Foti on drums.
Troy Mercy is an electrifying Blues guitarist with a Rock & Roll heart. He has toured as guitarist with The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and Booker T. Jones.
Troy recently signed with Gitcha Records of Nashville. The album, Let The Night Begin, is now available. “Expect songs you’ll be singing in your head later. This is raw and wild vintage-toned Rock & Roll that’s being created in the present.” (Gitcha Records) Come to the Frontroom and get it on vinyl or CD, along with a t-shirt.
Troy explains: “The power-duo format has brought me to life. I kinda need a lot to do musically or I just end up chewing on furniture, you know? Stripping things down to just voice, guitar, drums, gives me the most immediate emotional connection between my singing and guitar playing. There are no presets. I can steer the whole thing right off the edge of the world if I want to. Or play something pretty too.” He continues, “[I play] Brave New Blues for a Mean Old World.”
“This duo is like Lightnin’ Hopkins playing with The Small Faces while David Lynch films it.” -Alan Smithee
Showtime: Saturday, August 15, 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets $20 cash or Venmo at the door. Light refreshments will be served.
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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Sunday, August 16: The Russo Brothers Jazz Quintet at the FrontRoom
Photo credit: John Solaperto
The Russo Brothers- the areas most amazing, funky, top notch jazz band– come to the FrontRoom. Join us for a fantastic night of being blown away by this quintet.
When you hear the Russo Brothers play, it is immediately apparent they are not a paint-by-number jazz group. The band’s music contains traces of all the music they grew up with, including blues and funk. “The word jazz kind of puts you in a box,” says Jim Russo. “We’re not in that box.”
Showtime: Sunday, August 16, 6:00 pm. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Tickets $20 cash or Venmo at the door. Light refreshments will be served.
The WCUW FrontRoom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
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Come shop and explore the collection of thousands of vinyl LPs in the Rebop Record Shop, located inside WCUW at 910 Main St.
We’ve got rare finds as well as many priced at or below $10! Don’t miss the chance to find those missing LPs to complete your collection, or to discover a new genre or artist.
Plenty of rock, folk, pop, Americana, punk and new wave, as well as jazz, world, classical, show tunes, comedy, spoken word, etc.
We also have CDs, DVDs, VHS, tapes, posters, T-shirts, and music books.
The ReBop Record Shop is located inside WCUW, 910 Main Street, Worcester, MA
Plenty of parking across the street.
Regular hours: Mondays 12 to 3pm; Wednesdays 2 to 4 pm; Thursdays 11 am to 3 pm; Fridays 11 to 4 pm; Saturdays 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.
The Record Shop is also open anytime there’s an event in the Gallery or FrontRoom! See the WCUW Events Page for more information.
Got records? We want them! Contact us at gotrecords@wcuw.org
All media are used, donated by their owners to the station. 100% of donations paid in exchange for records go to support WCUW
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You can take two different WRTA buses to WCUW and the FrontRoom:
Bus #27 and Bus #19
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