Ethnic Music Events with an Open Mic
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Van Gordon Martin: Barside (2)
Van Gordon Martin is a sonic chameleon and deeply creative artist.
Performing live with a wide range of musical styles.
VGM is a multi instrumental producer and powerhouse on lead guitar.
VGM has been a veteran of the east coast music scene for over two decades, and is a part of Boston based Reggae collective Dub Apocalypse, Moroccan/Jazz/ Electronic group Club D’elf, Hip Hop Legend Big Daddy Kane’s Live band, Paul Wolstencroft of Slightly Stoopid’s Organically Good Trio, The Naya Rockers, and many others. He is also founding member of Spiritual Rez, a project witch he toured with extensively up until 2011.
Justin Martin: Barside
Andrea Gillis: Barside (2)
The Jim Larkin Situation: Barside
His work with award-winning bands, recognized by the Boston and New England Music Awards, highlights his dedication. Since moving to Boston in 2001, he’s shared the stage with legends like Al Green, The J. Geils Band, Los Lobos, and Etta James.
"One of the most accomplished players in our area… Jim's solo performances are a real treat, blending original songs with rare, beautiful interpretations." – Jim Gould, Newburyport Brewing Co.
The A-Beez: Barside
The A-Beez is Boston based music collective with its roots in soul, funk, and R&B. At its core are keyboardist Amy Bellamy and bassist Aaron Bellamy. The two began their musical collaboration in the early 2000’s as members of the Sam Kininger band (BMG Japan recording artists). This relationship would blossom, as they would go on to work as sidemen and studio/session musicians, backing up numerous artists including Chaka Khan, Terri Lyne Carrington, G Love and the Juice, Res, Nth Power, Club D’elf, Martin Luther, Cody Chesnutt and more.