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HawtThorns
Envision and believe in your own universe, and it will eventually form around you. The HawtThorns are reimagining their universe in their latest recording adventures. The sun-kissed songwriting, deft guitar work, and lush vocal harmonies that have been at the core of their sound are exponentially magnified through the lens of their upcoming record, ZERO GRAVITY. This 3rd album from the Nashville-based duo includes 11 songs recorded at The Studio Nashville owned by The Wood Brothers and was performed by some of Nashville’s most accomplished musicians.
Zero Gravity is a sonic trip into deeply felt personal experiences, abstract storytelling, and adventurous, genre-bending productions.
The HawtThorns materialized in 2019 in Los Angeles and have released 2 full length studio recordings (40 Below Records & Mule Kick Records)
Tickets $10
David Singley
Born and raised in rural central Illinois, David Singley is a singer- songwriter-guitarist living in Saint Paul, Minnesota, whose music is born of the street, the country, and the academy. An experienced veteran with decades of backing world-class artists and performers, he has recently joined the “Great Resignation” and set his sights on his own artistic pursuits.
The album The Long, Slow Fuse of Night (2021) served as his premiere as a singer and songwriter. His music meets at the convergence of refined experience and authenticity, investigating different points-of-view while weaving together elements of rock, country, and jazz, folk, bluegrass, and gospel. His influences include all the artists of the singer-songwriter era of the 1970’s. David’s music invites listeners in to the vulnerability found in shared life experiences and surrenders to a genuine and ardent intimacy with facing reality while embracing the heart. Since the release of The Long, Slow Fuse of Night, he has released a series of singles, “Change Gonna Come” (August, 2022), “Can’t Find My Way Back” (November 2022), “Love Will Take Its Time” (with Mary Jane Alm) (January, 2023), “Go Back Home” (March, 2023), and “Workin’ All Mornin’” (May, 2023). The accompanying music videos for all five singles have surpassed 100K views on YouTube.
Tickets $10
The Bob Band - Bob Dylan Tribute Band
The music, the vibe, the legend...
Bob Dylan Birthday celebration!
The Bob Band, a Bob Dylan tribute band, is a group of veteran musicians based in Washington, D.C. dedicated to capturing the vibe, spirit and arrangement of Bob Dylan's original recordings. A faithful musical journey through the amazing Dylan catalog – 50 years of folk, rock, country, blues, even gospel.
Peter Kahn, keyboard, vocals; Jason Byrd, lead guitarist, vocals; Scott Dineen, lead vocals, guitar, harmonica; Paul Goldstein, drums, vocals; Steve Chambers, bass
Just $12 advance tickets! $15 at the door
Jon Dell with Farewell Friend
A special night of Collaboration! two fantastic artists come together for this treat!
Farewell Friend, a captivating indie folk rock band rooted in North Carolina's musical scene, conjures a rich auditory canvas presenting a delicate sonic texture of recognizable and distorted folk rock and Americana. Helmed by the prolific songwriter, producer, and guitarist Tom Troyer, the band's hallmark lies in the intricate interplay between poetic storytelling and evocative instrumentation.
Jon Dell is an American songwriter, guitarist, and music educator. Currently based in Brooklyn, his latest release “I Love You & Wish You The Best” explores weighty topics such as terminal disease, lost love, second chances and most things in between. All this, while still maintaining his trademark gallows humor. The fact that his songs tread the line between dolor and blissful jubilance so well is a testament to Dell’s deftness as a storyteller and his uncommon sensibilities as a songwriter. $12 advance tickets, $15 at the door
Paul Bollenback Trio
Feature Concert of the annual Downtown Cumberland Jazz Crawl , presented by the Cumberland Jazz Society and the Allegany Arts Council.
World renowned jazz guitarist Paul Bollenback and his trio.
Paul Bollenback started his career in music in 1981, and has performed as a sideman with a wide range of jazz luminaries, including artists as diverse as Stanley Turrentine, Jeff “Tain” Watts, Steve Gadd, Gary Bartz, David “Fathead” Newman, George Coleman,Terri-Lyne Carrington, Bennie Wallace, Joe Locke, Jack McDuff, James Moody, Jim Snidero, Charlie Byrd, Herb Ellis, Paul Bley, Geoffrey Keezer, Mike LeDonne, Pat Bianchi, Carol Sloane, Gary Thomas, Grady Tate, Vincent Herrings’ Something Else, and in the group East Meets Jazz with the renowned tabla virtuoso Sandip Burman, to name a few.
He is known for his versatility, and also for an influential 20 year stint with jazz organist Joey DeFrancesco.
Bollenback performs on over 80 recordings as a sideman, and has released 8 CD’s as a leader.
A busy performance schedule has been augmented since the late ’90’s by steady jazz education duties at Columbia University, Queens College, and The New School. Bollenback is also a composer, who’s pieces have appeared on Joey DeFrancesco’s “Reboppin’” and on the “Jazz Times Superband” CD.
His most recent recording, “Portraits in Space and Time” (Mayimba Music), with his trio, was released in 2014. Paul Bollenback resides in the New York City area.
with drummer Lenny Robinson and Bassist William Ledbetter
Tickets only $20!
Jeff Perigo and Friends
Singer-songwriter Jeff Perigo has been playing music since 1994 in the Johnstown, Indiana, Somerset and Pittsburgh areas — including acoustic or electric, classic rock, folk, blues, country rock, bluegrass and jam band, AKA Rock n Rollgrass!
His influences include The Grateful Dead, The Beatles, The Band, The Allman Brothers Band, and many underground musicians he has seen throughout the years. He prefers writing blues-based rock songs and rearranging cover songs adding his own unique twist. Only $5 per ticket
Jen Howard
Jen Howard is an American singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, born in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Although coming from a blue-collar, religious and home schooled upbringing, Jen's music is a mix of Folk, Roots, Reggae and Sophisti-Pop. Her music's central themes include; human nature, love, courageous motivation and intentional compassion for ourselves and others. In 2019, Jen released the debut EP "Motion". Her follow-up EP will be released during 2023. Jen Howard has performed in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Costa Rica, Florida, Germany, Hawaii, Iceland, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mexico, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Netherlands, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia & Wyoming. http://www.jenhowardlive.com/
Blue Diggity
Bluegrass at the Loft! From Wheeling WV, Blue Diggity has played places such as the Pennyroyal Operahouse in Fairview, OH, the Sterling Bluegrass Jamboree in Mt. Sterling, OH, the Mountain State Art and Craft Fair in Ripley, WV, the Clifton Opera House in Clifton, OH, the Lewis County Bluegrass Festival in Anamede, WV, the 7 Mile Bluegrass Festival, and many more. Between their passionate vocal leads, tight harmonies, and powerful instrumental arrangements, Blue Diggity generates a dynamic presence on stage that is sure to engage spectators
$15 per ticket
My Brother's Keeper
From Cincinnati, Ohio, My Brother’s Keeper is a contemporary bluegrass band with an energetic show, original music, exciting covers, brother duets, tight family dynamics and harmonies. My Brother’s Keeper has toured all over the country, playing venues and festivals such as Renfro Valley, Rockwood Music Hall, Ludlow Garage, IBMA World of Bluegrass Festival, Podunk Bluegrass Festival, and Poppy Mountain Bluegrass Festival. My Brother’s Keeper has shared the stage with such acts as John Cowan of Newgrass Revival, Earls of Leicester, Mountain Heart, The Grascals, the Isaacs , Dr. Ralph Stanley, and many more. My Brother’s Keeper was a 2022 IBMA Showcase artist and a 2023 IBMA Songwriting Showcase artist.
My Brother’s Keeper was received the 2023 Josie Music Award for “Bluegrass Band of the Year” and the 2023 Appalachian Arts and Entertainment Award for “Gospel and Spiritual Band of the Year”.
Glenn Wilson and Rory Stuart
Legendary Jazz Giants Glenn Wilson and Rory Stuart come to the Loft in a special appearance!
Glenn Wilson has been a professional jazz saxophonist for 50 years. The All Music Guide called him "an unsung hero in modern jazz". After completing his undergraduate degree from Youngstown State University in 1977, Glenn moved to New York City, where he worked and recorded with The Buddy Rich Band, Lionel Hampton Orchestra, Toshiko Akiyoshi Jazz Orchestra, Tito Puente, Machito, Bill Kirchner Nonet, Bob Belden Ensemble, and scores of other jazz and latin-jazz groups. Glenn recorded his first CD as a leader, the highly-reviewed Impasse, in 1984 for Cadence Records. In 1988, Glenn began his association with Sunnyside Records with the release of Elusive. Three more CDs with Sunnyside - Bittersweet, Blue Porpoise Avenue, and One Man's Blues - as well as a recording for Timeless Records, Lee's Keys Please, followed in the next decade. Glenn also appeared on over 25 jazz recordings as a sideman during this time. Glenn's CDs are featured in the Penguin Guide of Jazz and The Grammophone Guide to Good Jazz, and he has also received a National Endowment for the Arts Grant and has been featured in the DownBeat Magazine Critics Poll in the Baritone Saxophone category.
Rory Stuart is a critically acclaimed jazz guitarist and composer based in New York As a leader, he has CDs that have received 4 stars in Downbeat, and been voted 10 best of the year in Coda and Cadence. He has performed around the world, including Switzerland, South Korea, Sweden, Argentina, Singapore, Canada, Greece, India, Brazil, Italy, Bahamas, Israel, Chile, Austria, Iceland, Columbia, Czech Republic, Spain, Denmark, Kazakhstan, South Africa, Germany, Poland, and across the United States. His Quartet regularly performs to sold-out crowds in New York City as well. He has been called by JAZZ TIMES “Perhaps THE most innovative straight-ahead jazz guitarist to emerge in years” and named as one of the greatest living jazz guitarists (in The Great Jazz Guitarists by Scott Yanow).
Rory has performed as leader or co-leader in groups with George Garzone, Billy Harper, John Ellis, Jaleel Shaw, Glenn Wilson, Ernie Krivda, Robert Glasper, Armen Donelian, Marc Copland, Kevin Hayes, Jason Lindner, Francesca Tanksley, Cecil Bridgewater, Jack Walrath, Jason Palmer, Brandon Lee, Sheila Jordan, Jean Rohe, Becca Stevens, Anthony Cox, Reggie Workman, Francois Moutin, Matt Penman, Brandon Owens, Chris Tordini, John Lockwood, Doug Weiss, Calvin Hill, Chip Jackson, Ben Williams, Sizao Machado, Keith Copeland, John Riley, Dan Weiss, Ari Hoenig, Dafnis Prieto, Greg Hutchinson, Marcus Gilmore, and Obed Calvaire, and in a trio that featured Rajna Swaminathan on mrdangam, and Francesco Geminiani on saxophone, and a large group with Mike Rodriguez, Taku Kuroda, James Francies, and others. He performed with Greg Osby, Dave Douglas, Mark Soskin, Matt Penman,and Greg Hutchinson as part of the NYJazzMasters.
As a sideman, he toured with Brother Jack McDuff and with Bill Doggett, and worked with a wide variety of jazz artists, including Charlie Rouse, Charles Earland, Steve Nelson, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Ernie Krivda, Larry Coryell, Makanda Ken McIntyre, Bill Saxton, and the Keith Copeland Coalition with John Stubblefield and Joe Locke. He performed in Europe in Steve Coleman's band with Geri Allen, Graham Haynes, and Cassandra Wilson, and is considered an early contributor to the MBASE movement. He appeared as a guest with Vincent Herring's group in Switzerland and with Michael Wolff in Innsbruck, Austria.
Just $20 per ticket
Trae Sheenan
An old soul from the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, Trae Sheehan has been writing songs and performing since the age of ten. A lover of imagery and storytelling through lyrics based on old stories and poems, he never shies away from the hard stuff, instead setting it out in the open to be heard and discussed. Pulling inspiration from the country/rock sound of The Eagles, the folk roots of Bob Dylan, and the swift melodies of John Denver, his songs are written from a place of honesty with an understanding of people and culture gained through his travels and performances.
Tickets $10
Shakey...A Neil Young Tribute
Featuring the artist Briz. Imagine it's 1970 and you're watching Neil Young perform at The Bitter End in the Village, The Cellar Door in Georgetown or at Massey Hall in Toronto sometime in '71".! A soulful voice combined with a tremendous gift for songwriting. Briz has been the most consistent presence on the East Coast music scene for the past 30 years, performing more than 200 shows a year at listening venues, festivals, house concerts, coffeehouses, clubs, cafes, schools, libraries, and more. Influences of Dylan, Springsteen and Neil Young can be heard throughout his music as he blends both pop sensibility and folk tradition to create lyrics that are uniquely memorable and music that is commercially accessible yet brutally poignant. "Neil Young and Springsteen influenced songwriter sings sweet, plays hard and delivers a knockout song"-RobLincoln-PASA Tickets only $12
Irish party and sing-along!
A special Hooley Pub Crawl party! NO ADMISSION! Come stop in and have a Guiness or two (or whatever your favorite drink may be!) and sing-along to some traditional Irish tunes with DJ Rob Zembower! Event is 3-5!
Stand-Up Comedy at the Loft!
DUE TO UNFORSEEN CONFLICTS THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED!!
The ever popular Float Loaf productions Stand-Up comedy series is back in 2024 with a stellar line-up! Hosted by local favorite Cory Bush, the show features headliner Bill Boronkay (Drybar comedy, Funny or Die) and features Bobby Benavides along with guests Tate Griffen, Dan Desmond, and Nathan Scahill.
Tickets only $10
Tickets only $10
Pop Punk Party
Dance Party with all proceeds donated for the Hooley Plunge 2024! DJ Rob Zembower will be spinning all your pop punk and adjacent favorites from All Time Low to Yellowcard. Dress the part and prepare for a trip down memory lane! 8-11 only $5!
Hot Club of Baltimore Featuring Amanda Jones
PRESENTED BY THE FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY CULTURAL EVENTS SERIES !
A Musical Feast of Parisian Romance and Mardi Gras Revelry
The Hot Club of Baltimore showcases irresistible renditions of Django Reinhardt jazz, the romantic appeal of French Musette and the rollicking fun of ‘30s and ‘40s swing. Led by celebrated bandleader Michael Joseph Harris and featuring the soaring vocals of Amanda Jones, the quintet’s intimate performance at Loft 129 in downtown Cumberland is the ultimate cure for the winter blues.
With the Hot Club of Baltimore and the eclectic Ultrafaux ensemble, Michael Joseph Harris has appeared in concert halls, clubs and festivals throughout the U.S. and Europe, including Festival Django Reinhardt in France, Preston Jazz and Improvisation Festival in England, Djangoary Soiree Festival in Virginia and Django by the Sea in Maine. He is the founder and artistic director of the Charm City Django Jazz Festival. Tickets only $20
Jaded Ravins
Back at the Loft again from Nashville! A special Thursday early Valentine’s day show! This duo is FIRE! Must see!
Jaded Ravins members Kelly Ravin and Halle Jade began performing together in 2017 after Halle joined Kelly in the recording of his 5th highly acclaimed album Engine. Ravin, former lead singer and guitarist of Waylon Speed, now performs his soulful Americana and country rock originals with Halle Jade. Halle's tasty harmonies and Kelly's powerful voice along with their engaging entertainment style make them a dynamic and expressive duo.
Kelly and Halle, who have been called a modern day Johnny and June, perform in large and small venues from New England to Nashville. Whether they're playing at home in backcountry bars, or in big city clubs, Jaded Ravins are always ready to pour their hearts out on stage.
Tickets $10, $11 at the door.
Amy LaVere with Will Sexton
From Memphis, TN to the Loft stage…the amazing singer songwriter Amy LaVere.
Just when you think Amy LaVere is at the top of her craft, it grows into something even more powerful. Her songs are both original and timeless, making her well known among songwriters and critics alike. NPR’s Robert Siegel says she “specializes in lyrics that are more barbed than her sweet soprano prepares you for.” Amos Perinne of No Depression has written of Amy saying “Her songs have a level of detail comparable to a photo. LaVere has a knack for documenting simple moments and making them riveting. “Her growing catalog of material and steady critical acclaim suggest a first-tier presence on the Americana and indie-folk circuits.
Her record ‘Painting Blue’ (2019) showcases her depth and creative storytelling, beautifully. The production is gorgeous, original and naturally ‘Amy’, captured perfectly by producer and husband, Will Sexton. Mojo Magazine gave the project 4 out of 4 stars.
Amy’s live performances are anything but predictable. She captivates her audiences and never fails to take them on a memorable journey. Her performances have been called hypnotic, mesmerizing and legendary. She’s never had trouble finding top tier players like drummer Brady Blade, Violinist Bob Furgo or guitar players WIll Sexton and David Cousar to travel and perform with her to support her stellar songwriting material. Her voice is unique and beautiful and she’s been honored by having been voted ‘Best Of Memphis’ on three separate occasions and been nominated many times. Just $15 per ticket
Dead Together - a Grateful Dead Experience
Dead Together are a 6-piece improvisational rock band based in Western Maryland. The band formed in the summer of 2023 joining together with a collective love for the Grateful Dead.
Eric Avey (bass, vocals, fiddle)
Todd Hocherl (percussion)
Eric Maddy (rhythm guitar, vocals)
Craig Miller (lead guitar, vocals)
Aaron Taylor (percussion)
Brent Weber (keys and saxophone)
Their unique brand of entertainment fuses Jam and Harmony with Synergy and Empathy that will make you want to dance the night away. Expect the unexpected. $10 per ticket
*** Cancelled due to medical emergency *** Steve Keith & Lost River
Steve Keith started doing gigs at nineteen; playing blues banjo for a year with the legendary Babe Stovall (AKA MR. BOJANGLES ) in New Orleans! Next, he joined The Last Mile Ramblers, playing at honkytonks throughout the Southwest. Then Jerry Jeff Walker and the Lost Gonzo Band of Austin, Texas in 1976, playing Outlaw Country one-nighters including WILLIE NELSON'S 4th of July Picnics where Steve played fiddle with Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Leon Russell, and Jimmy Buffett.
Steve also played and recorded with Guy Clark and Jerry Jeff Walker, joining David Bromberg's road band for a tour. Steve also played bluegrass banjo with the great Byron Berline on fiddle in the Mason Williams Concert for Bluegrass Band and Symphony Orchestra, which toured the USA.
"Some of the best that came out of those times was hanging out with such great songwriters as Townes Van Zandt, Guy Clark, Jerry Jeff, Billy Joe Shaver, and many others, staying up all night, drinking beers, taking turns playing the songs nobody heard yet."
$12 per ticket in advance , $15 day of show
Folk Em' Trio
Folk ‘Em All Trio is a fun, exciting and energetic string trio that covers a vast array of classicAmerican roots music. From bluegrass to western swing, Jimmy Cliff to BB King, and original tunes by all three members, Folk ‘Em All Trio will folk with them all. These boys also occasionally double as longtime Jerry Garcia/David Grisman collaborator, Joe Craven’s back up band, performing together as Joe Craven and the Y’allterations at legendary bluegrass and roots festivals Delfest and Suwannee Roots Revival.
Guitarist, lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Jody Mosser of Frostburg Maryland owns the gambit of guitar picking styles. He’s toured across the country with top regional bands such as The Plate Scrapers, The Jakob's Ferry Stragglers and Grand Ole’ Ditch. Jody has studied with 3 time National Flatpicking Champion Steve Kaufman, dobro ace Andy Hall and has shared the stage with the likes of Larry Keel, The Travelin’ McCourys, Cabinet, Cris Jacobs and Jeff Austin. He is now demonstrating his full song writing and instrumental capabilities with his new album“Hands Full”.
Also hailing for Frostburg Maryland on the bass is singer/songwriter, Byrne Klay. Byrne’s eclectic career has spanned almost three decades, performing various styles on various instruments. He has toured Asia, Europe, Australia, and the US with avant-garde punk acts Dynamite Club and Project Bazooka as well as theatrical surf band ThisSpySurfs. He is also the guitarist and banjo player for Megan Jean’s Secret Family which he co-leads with his wife Megan Jean, which whom he also tours and records with.
Fiddler, mandolinist, and singer Fiddlin’ Ray Bruckman is from Stahlstown, PA. Since starting at age 11 in 2005 Ray has played with 18 different regional bands including Brush Creek, Grand Ole’ Ditch and the Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers he has been a Pennsylvania state fiddle, mandolin and guitar champion and has studied with fiddle greats such as Don Shean, Darol Anger, Buddy Spicher, Bobby Hicks, Byron Berline, Kenny Baker, Bruce Molsky, Brittany Haas and many more. He has fiddled everywhere from Key West to Seattle and has his own Solo record, “Foundations”. Tickets Just $10!
Folk Em' Trio
SOLD OUT !!!
Folk ‘Em All Trio is a fun, exciting and energetic string trio that covers a vast array of classicAmerican roots music. From bluegrass to western swing, Jimmy Cliff to BB King, and original tunes by all three members, Folk ‘Em All Trio will folk with them all. These boys also occasionally double as longtime Jerry Garcia/David Grisman collaborator, Joe Craven’s back up band, performing together as Joe Craven and the Y’allterations at legendary bluegrass and roots festivals Delfest and Suwannee Roots Revival.
Guitarist, lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Jody Mosser of Frostburg Maryland owns the gambit of guitar picking styles. He’s toured across the country with top regional bands such as The Plate Scrapers, The Jakob's Ferry Stragglers and Grand Ole’ Ditch. Jody has studied with 3 time National Flatpicking Champion Steve Kaufman, dobro ace Andy Hall and has shared the stage with the likes of Larry Keel, The Travelin’ McCourys, Cabinet, Cris Jacobs and Jeff Austin. He is now demonstrating his full song writing and instrumental capabilities with his new album“Hands Full”.
Also hailing for Frostburg Maryland on the bass is singer/songwriter, Byrne Klay. Byrne’s eclectic career has spanned almost three decades, performing various styles on various instruments. He has toured Asia, Europe, Australia, and the US with avant-garde punk acts Dynamite Club and Project Bazooka as well as theatrical surf band ThisSpySurfs. He is also the guitarist and banjo player for Megan Jean’s Secret Family which he co-leads with his wife Megan Jean, which whom he also tours and records with.
Fiddler, mandolinist, and singer Fiddlin’ Ray Bruckman is from Stahlstown, PA. Since starting at age 11 in 2005 Ray has played with 18 different regional bands including Brush Creek, Grand Ole’ Ditch and the Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers he has been a Pennsylvania state fiddle, mandolin and guitar champion and has studied with fiddle greats such as Don Shean, Darol Anger, Buddy Spicher, Bobby Hicks, Byron Berline, Kenny Baker, Bruce Molsky, Brittany Haas and many more. He has fiddled everywhere from Key West to Seattle and has his own Solo record, “Foundations”.
Jaded Ravins
THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN MOVED TO MEZZO”S - main floor. Located at 114 S. Centre St. Admission reduced to 5$ - pay at the door! see you there!
Back at the Loft again from Nashville! This duo is FIRE! Must see!
Jaded Ravins members Kelly Ravin and Halle Jade began performing together in 2017 after Halle joined Kelly in the recording of his 5th highly acclaimed album Engine. Ravin, former lead singer and guitarist of Waylon Speed, now performs his soulful Americana and country rock originals with Halle Jade. Halle's tasty harmonies and Kelly's powerful voice along with their engaging entertainment style make them a dynamic and expressive duo.
Kelly and Halle, who have been called a modern day Johnny and June, perform in large and small venues from New England to Nashville. Whether they're playing at home in backcountry bars, or in big city clubs, Jaded Ravins are always ready to pour their hearts out on stage.
Tickets $10, $11 at the door.
Not Reely Dan
Part 2!
Not Reely Dan, the region's premiere Steely Dan Tribute Band, returns to Loft129 for their final appearance of 2023. This is sure to be another sell out. get your tickets early!
The group includes the region’s finest musicians and features exclusively the music of the classic Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band. Band members include Fred Sullivan; lead vocals, Mikayla Dodge; lead and background vocals, Jim Roderick; guitar, Tom Harrison; keyboards, Brian Plitnik; bass, Mark Gauthier; drums, Fred Kesner and Tom Simpson; trumpet, and Rich Norwood; saxophone. The group prides itself on its meticulous attention to detail in performing the unique style of the music created by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. Not Reely Dan's repertoire consists of many of the hits from Steely Dan throughout the 70s and 80s and from live shows performed by Steely Dan's current touring band.
Advance tickets $15
At the door $17
Stand-Up at the Loft!
The ever popular Float Loaf productions Stand-Up comedy series is back in October with a stellar line-up! Hosted by local favorite Tate Griffen, the show features headliners Camilo Diaz and Tracie Jayne and features Cory Bush along with sets by Bryant Hopewell and Nathan Skahill. Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door
Jonathan Foster
Biography
Jonathan Foster is an award-winning songwriter, recording artist, and touring musician from Cranberry Lake, New York and Redding, California. Over the past ten years he has released five independent studio albums, including his latest Lantern Shade (2021), and has performed ten U.S. tours spanning the country several times. His sound can be referenced as Folk-Country-Americana with a strong vocal presence woven with imaginative lyrics, rootsy acoustic guitar, harmonica, and engaging songs that make you feel at home. Whether he’s in the mountains, the plains or on a city stage you’ll find Foster singing, naturally. Jonathan enjoys sharing his songs and stories from his travels at an intimate level mixing in observations of the people, places and wonders of the natural world. Join Jonathan Foster as he explores and smiles his way through his musical journey and take his songs down the highway, lake or trail with you. Jonathan Foster has performed in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming. www.JonathanFosterMusic.com
Not Reely Dan
Not Reely Dan is back!
Not Reely Dan, the region's premiere Steely Dan Tribute Band, is returns to Loft129 for one of two special 2023 appearances.
The group includes the region’s finest musicians and features exclusively the music of the classic Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band. Band members include Fred Sullivan; lead vocals, Mikayla Dodge; lead and background vocals, Jim Roderick; guitar, Tom Harrison; keyboards, Brian Plitnik; bass, Mark Gauthier; drums, Fred Kesner and Tom Simpson; trumpet, and Rich Norwood; saxophone. The group prides itself on its meticulous attention to detail in performing the unique style of the music created by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. Not Reely Dan's repertoire consists of many of the hits from Steely Dan throughout the 70s and 80s and from live shows performed by Steely Dan's current touring band.
Advance tickets $15
At the door $17
The Shoats
Weaving together strands of old-time fiddle tunes, R&R, honky tonk, and the Appalachian high-lonesome sound, The Shoats electrifies audiences with unique renditions of old songs and quality originals. The group is comprised of brothers Gus and Huck Tritsch from Millheim, PA, and Morgantown, WV native Mary Linscheid.
The Tritsch brothers are well known in the State College area for their eclectic R&R band called The Wicked Chicken, and Gus has toured internationally with the R&R band Marah and old-time artist Jake Blount. He also won the Appalachian String Band Music Festival’s Best New Tune contest with his original fiddle tune called “Bird Got the Cherries” in 2019. Huck, who placed first in Appalachian String Band Music Festival’s youth fiddle contest in 2019 and 2022, also plays percussion with bands Chicken Tractor and Crater and the Catalyst. Both brothers performed with Jake Blount for his NPR Tiny Desk Concert debut released in January of 2023.
Mary Linscheid–fiddler, songwriter, and student of Appalachian singing traditions–is rooted in the Morgantown, WV music scene both as a solo artist and for performing with country and folk music acts such as Chris Haddox, the WVU Appalachian Ensemble, and Charles Wesley Godwin. She released her first EP called “A Place to Grow Old” in June of 2022–original songs and a fiddle tune that explore Appalachians’ connection with the place they call home. $12 per ticket
ilyAIMY
Baltimore’s ilyAIMY (i love you And I Miss You) has played it ALL nationwide for more than two decades. Similarly adventurous songwriters, audiences should expect everything from boogie-woogie to beatboxing, innovative acoustic guitar, and rapid-fire lyricism softened by cello, soulful vocals and lush harmonies. With honors from prestigious festivals (Kerrville NewFolk, Telluride Bluegrass, FreshGrass, Falcon Ridge Folk), ilyAIMY is an award-winning “welcome jolt “and an acoustically roiling, combustible attack on the usual singer/songwriter fare,” say reviewers.
Joelton Mayfield w/ Mol Sullivan
Raised in small town central Texas and based in Nashville, Tennessee, Joelton Mayfield crafts hard-hitting alt-country that’s at home in dive bars and DIY venues alike. Mayfield’s distinct take on the genre blends Wilco-esque musicality with the dynamics and melodic edge of fourth-wave emo to create a sound all his own. This musical innovation underscores Mayfield’s deft lyricism, which draws a Southern Gothic literary sensibility and deals intimately with the tensions embedded in family, religion, masculinity, and love in the American South.
Cincinnati-based Mol Sullivan's songwriting speaks earnestly and with grit. Delivered on the whims of delicate pop melodies, her profound, cerebral, heartfelt, and cheeky lyrics suspend the listener between the ethereal and concrete. Her live performances indulge in humor, humility, and emotional revelation. Sullivan has spent the last few years sober and has used this time as a poignant backdrop for reflecting over a chequered past and having been the forlorn villain of her own story.
THIS AMAZING DOUBLE BILL IS ONLY $15 PER TICKET
Hanna Bakarat
Fresh on releasing her debut album, Siren, Austin-based, alternative rock artist, Hanna Barakat, brings a vocally powerful performance with compelling songwriting and thunderous production. Born in Texas to a Lebanese father and American mother, Barakat combines a variety of influences. "While proudly paying homage to her roots, Barakat has cultivated her own style that merges Arab-Oriental influences with her love of rock music for a stunningly unique and original sound." While attending Berklee College of Music, Hanna was finally able to dive into Arabic music through the middle eastern fusion ensemble. From there, she performed with distinguished artists such as Simone Shaheen, Bassam Saba, Erkan Ogur, and Laço Tayfa’s Hüsnü Şenlendirici. Hanna personally directed and performed in the group representing the Middle East in the Berklee International Folk Festival. Hanna also performed and worked alongside artists such as Paula Cole, Don Was, Philip Bailey, Lailah Hathaway, Burt Bacharach, and many others. It was at that pivotal time in Hanna’s musical journey that she realized she had to find a way to join rock music, which she loved so much, with influences from the Arab world, whether that be through Arab instrumentation, the language, or with ornamentation and infections in her vocal melodies. This special concert is only $10 advanced sales, and $12 at the door.
Stand-Up at the Loft!
Float Loaf comedy is back with their monthly stand-Up series! This month is hosted by Harriett Riley and features Douglas Sluk. Headlined by Cumberland’s own Tate Griffen! Come for a hiliarous night of comedy! tickets only $10
Sophie Coran
The Loft 129 is proud to bring to the stage Sophie Coran, a Philadelphia-based indie pop singer-songwriter. She is headed out on an East Coast tour in support of her upcoming album “i don't go to new york anymore”. Sophie, a Shure Songwriting grand prize winner and 2019 NPR Artist to Watch, produces a live show that is an intimate experience of storytelling with her Nord keyboard and lush vocals. Sophie Coran’s sonic world is crafted with firm intentionality, effortless poignancy, and imagistic seduction. The genre she feels the most at home in, her signature Noir & B style, is a blend of R&B, jazz, and classical composition, tied together with a ribbon of hyper-sentimentality. Tickets just $10!
Shaw Davis and the Black Ties
Formed in 2017 and hailing from Pompano Beach, Florida, Shaw Davis & The Black Ties feature an incendiary fusion of Progressive Hard Rock and Roots Rock that embodies the soul found within Blues Rock icons of the 60s and 70s. After a steady dose of touring the United States, performing over 300 shows in a two-year span, the band has begun to carve their way into the national touring scene.
Dubbed as one of the 'Top 50 Rock & Blues Artists You Must Hear In 2019' by Rock & Blues Muse, Shaw Davis & The Black Ties teamed up with Grammy Award-winner Paul Nelson (known for his work with Johnny Winter) to record Red Sun Rebellion set to release in February 2021 on Sony Orchard. The record unleashes a pioneering blend of retro soundscapes with modern Hard Rock progressivism, embracing influence from the likes of Black Sabbath, Jimi Hendrix, Rage Against The Machine, and Rival Sons.
Released in the fall of 2018, the bands second album Tales From The West was nominated for three Independent Blues Music awards and debuted at #20 on the RMR Blues Rock chart. The power trio has become a mainstay on the national club circuit and have performed alongside the likes of Foghat, The Guess Who, Blackberry Smoke, The Georgia Satellites, Bishop Buy ticketsGunn, Walter Trout, Eric Tessmer, Samantha Fish, Blue Oyster Cult, Ana Popovich, and The Legendary Eric Gales. Just $15 for this high powered act!
Incendio
SPECIAL RAIN RELATED PERFORMANCE - Levitt Series Cumberland concert series normally held at Canal Place has been moved to the Loft
The Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series is pleased to present Los Angeles, CA-based, Incendio!
The acclaimed Los-Angeles-based group INCENDIO performs original “world guitar” compositions, featuring incredible guitar-playing across a variety of genres: latin, middle-eastern, and celtic grooves. Formed in 1999, the group has 11 CD’s and 2 DVD’s available internationally, variously hitting the Billboard, CMJ, NAV, and Amazon.com charts. Averaging over 150 shows a year since 2000 (until the COVID shutdown), INCENDIO’s live performance is an explosive improvisatory journey, garnering tremendous audience response in such diverse venues as the Strawberry Music Festival in Yosemite, the Sundance Film Festival, National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, California World Festival, the national Levitt Pavilions and many more across the U.S.
Free admission. Concert at 6:30 , Doors open at 5:30 - limited seating - first come first serve. No bags or coolers admitted.
Steve Smith and Vital Information
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PRESENTED IN COOPERATION WITH THE ALLEGANY ARTS COUNCIL
Legendary Steve Smith and Vital Information 2023 at the Loft 129!
Featuring Manuel Valera (keyboards) Janek Gwizdala (bass) Steve Smith (drums)
Drummer Steve Smith has been touring and recording with his all-star group Vital Information since 1983 making 2023 the 40th Anniversary of the group. Steve Smith and Vital Information celebrate the occasion with a newly recorded double CD release entitled TIME FLIES.
The newest line-up of Vital Information features virtuoso musicians with vast experience.
Keyboardist Manuel Valera, a Guggenheim Fellow and Grammy nominated artist, was born and raised in Havana, Cuba and is now living in NYC. Manuel plays and records with many of the New York jazz elite like Antonio Sanchez, Dafnis Prieto and John Patitucci. Electric Bassist
Janek Gwizdala, originally from London, currently living in Los Angeles, records and tours with Peter Erskine, Mike Stern and Randy Brecker and is one of the most in-demand bass players in the world. Both new members of Vital Information are bandleaders and recording artists with multiple recordings to their names.
The new trio version of Steve Smith and Vital Information collectively creates a powerhouse sound. Although the band is rooted in the straight-ahead swing of bebop, at times the group explores exotic time-signatures from the world of South Indian Carnatic music and have arranged adventurous funk-driven renditions of jazz standards. Seeing Steve Smith and Vital Information live in concert is a perfect opportunity to experience their high-level musicianship, sense of joy onstage and collective virtuosic improvisation.
Steve Smith had this to say about Vital Information’s philosophy:
“Our music allows for individual expression and re-invention. We thrive on swing, groove and creativity. We want to surprise each other every night on the bandstand with new ideas and in the process keep our audience ‘in the moment’ with us.”
Wounded Bird Records has recently released Steve Smith and Vital Information: The Complete Columbia Recordings, a four CD set combining the first four Vital Information albums into one package. In addition to leading Vital information, from 2016-2019 Steve Smith toured with the iconic rock band Journey, the group in which he recorded nine albums with massive hits. In 2018 alone, Journey played for over 1,000,000 fans in arenas and stadiums across North America. Smith has won numerous Modern Drummer Readers Polls and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
www.vitalinformation.com www.manuelvalera.com https://janekgwizdala.com
Chris Timbers
Chris Timbers is a singer-songwriter from Loudoun County, Virginia. Chris’ genre of music is a blend of blues, rock, funk, soul, and jam band. Chris and his band play a mix of original music and cover tunes. Everywhere they play, they quickly become a crowd favorite! $12 online tickets $15 at the door
AURORA JAZZ FUSION
Feature Concert of the Cumberland Jazz Society 2023 Downtown Jazz crawl ! In 1979, Marty Ashby the Pittsburgh legendary band AURORA JAZZ FUSION to perform the contemporary jazz cross-over music of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Jazz was mixing with rock, funk, Latin and R&B which gave musicians the opportunity to explore unique connections and seek out new possibilities. This new iteration of AURORA, with veteran and younger musicians, allows the band to take a fresh look at the music from this important time in the evolution of jazz. AURORA focuses on playing instrumental jazz by such artists as Jeff Lorber, Chick Corea, The Brecker Brothers, The Crusaders, Weather Report as well as renditions of Freddie Hubbard’s “Super Blue” and Grover Washington Jr.’s “Winelight.” AURORA is Marty Ashby on guitar, Mike Tomaro on saxophones, Max Leake on keyboard, Brian Stahurski on bass, Jeff Bush on trombone and Hugo Cruz on drums. Tickets just $20!
This concert sponsored in part by the Allegany Arts council
Stand-Up comedy at the Loft!
Float Loaf Comedy presents Stand-Up at the Loft! Our monthly series continues. Tate Griffen (Cumberland, MD) leads a cast of hilarious top shelf comedians every month!
This months roster includes headliner Andrew Glessner, and featuring Ray Jubela and Tate Griffen ! Hosted by Cory Bush. Tickets $10
Jaded Ravins
Back to the Loft 129 stage by popular demand! The incredible Jaded Ravins!
Jaded Ravins members Kelly Ravin and Halle Jade began performing together in 2017 after Halle joined Kelly in the recording of his 5th highly acclaimed album Engine. Ravin, former lead singer and guitarist of Waylon Speed, now performs his soulful Americana and country rock originals with Halle Jade. Halle's tasty harmonies and Kelly's powerful voice along with their engaging entertainment style make them a dynamic and expressive duo.
Kelly and Halle, who have been called a modern day Johnny and June, perform in large and small venues from New England to Nashville. Whether they're playing at home in backcountry bars, or in big city clubs, Jaded Ravins are always ready to pour their hearts out on stage.
Tickets $10, $11 at the door.