A free-to-the public show with the Bovine Social Club, this show promises to be a hoedown at the Mauch Chunk Opera House.

Bred on the northern banks of the Delaware River, Bovine Social Club is a grassy, twangy, swinging breed of Americana sounds sure to get your dancing cow on. One wicked lineup of seasoned jam musicians backs the thoughful lyrics of vocalist, philosopher, memoirist and former monk, Samuel Saint Thomas.

The Bovines’ carefully crafted twang-grass songs of longing, loving, picnicking, gardening, confessing, and making the days go slow have sure become something to moo about. Produced by Railroad Earth’s Tim Carbone and happily fertilized by country, bluegrass, folk, and Juju vocabularies, their self-titled debut charted at #7 on the Roots Charts and #37 on the International Americana charts. BSC is one of the fastest growing and most highly respected new Americana bands in the Northeast, sharing some of the finest festival and concert stages with some of the finest talent. Bovine Social Club continues to grow their musical family while each new performance becomes another great experience for their avid fans.

The Sensational Soul Cruisers are an 11 man horn group fronted by four soulful vocalists who pay homage and tribute to classic performers from Otis Redding and the Drifters to Barry White and the Commodores. With a lifetime of study and hard work, this group captures and emulates the distinctive style, skill and choreography of a classic show band. The Soul Cruisers are former members of famous R & B and smooth soul groups, capturing the true essence of the Jersey Shore sound and its true R&B roots, the classic Philly Soul, Motown, Disco, Stax, and the music of Earth, Wind & Fire, Chicago.

While the group has been known as the Soul Cruisers for the past 18 years, the rhythm section was known for many years prior to that, being the band behind Eddie Testa, as Eddie and the Cruisers. That band and its name inspired the somewhat popular (albeit entirely fictionally based) movie of the same name.

Luna Tart has been tickling fancies for a very long time. She has recorded two albums “Luna Tart Died” and “Send in the Clown” both are occasionally played on WWOZ in New Orleans and who knows where else. Luna’s songs have been interpreted by drag queens and Luna herself got to open up for Jinhx Monsoon. Luna has also been back stage and on stage with Bianca Del Rio and she’ll never stop talking about that. Luna’s website is Lunatart.com it’s old and needs to be dusted off but hey so is she. 

If one were to name one Savannah-based musical act that most exemplifies this time-honored, eclectic and adventurous city, they’d be hard to find a more appropriate ambassador than Velvet Caravan. This unorthodox, high-energy, acoustic-based quintet of guitar, violin, standup bass, percussion and keyboards (including accordion) has, over the past few years, emerged as one of the shining lights of Savannah’s burgeoning music scene. This has resulted in an envelope-pushing group that’s just as successful at dazzling jaded cocktail drinkers as they are at commanding the rapt attention of serious music aficionados in whisper-quiet recital environments. “We try to describe ourselves as a Gypsy Swing Band or Gypsy-Latin-Swing Band, or Gypsy-Tonk-Latin-Swing Band, or Southern-Gypsy-Tonk-Latin-Swing Band, or simply ‘European Redneck Music with a Classical Influence,’” he says with a chuckle “Our ultimate goal is to be a creative, successful and ever-evolving band that makes great music and puts on one hell of a show.”

“WOW! YOU GUYS SOUND KILLER!” –Keith Howland, Guitarist, Chicago The Chicago Authority is a tribute to the music of one of the most popular and prolific bands of all time: Chicago!

For fifty years Chicago has been one of the world’s top touring acts, and their 2016 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has skyrocketed their popularity and introduced their vast 36-album catalog of music to millions of new fans.

he Chicago Authority pays tribute to that legacy during a three-hour show that mimics the look and duplicates the sound of the touring band. You’ll hear plenty of hits including Make Me Smile, Saturday in the Park, If You Leave Me Now, 25 or 6 to 4, Hard Habit to Break, and Colour My World, plus selected album cuts such as Introduction, In the Country, and Flight 602.

Celebrate a 50-year musical legacy and a new-again Hall of Fame popularity with a band that has been called “the best Chicago tribute band in the world”, The Chicago Authority!

The Paul DesLauriers Band is made up of guitarist and singer Paul DesLauriers, and the rhythm section of Greg Morency on bass and Sam Harrisson on drums. Having worked together on various projects for nearly 20 years, the band has become bound by friendship and an unshakable mutual respect.

These Montreal-based, Canadian Blues veterans blend rock with straight-ahead blues in a way that echoes the vibe of the great power trios from the 60’s and 70’s, yet they take the music to another level via modern stylings and an attack that’s free of clichés. It’s all wondrously peppered with pleasing funky bass lines and a swamp-blues backbeat.

Having garnered top blues awards at festivals dating from since their inception, At the 32nd International Blues Challenge (IBC), the world’s largest gathering of blues acts, they rose to the top to take the runner-up title in the Band category in a competition that saw 119 bands competing for a spot on the podium.

If David Byrne is one of the geniuses of modern times, then Start Making Sense is a tribute to genius.

The musicians in this 7-piece band recreate the music and the magic of the Talking Heads’ entire career, and they do it flawlessly. Together they bring the Heads’ blockbuster live show to the stage once again, with front man Jon Braun as a spot-on David Byrne, along with the same throbbing beat and musicality of the original.

The talent in this band is hard to overstate: this band can flat-out play. Non-stop.

Prepare yourself for a rockin’, funkin’, dance celebration of the New Wave art-punk you loved from the 80’s!

The Linda Ronstadt Experience is a National Touring Act showcasing the songs that Linda Ronstadt made famous. The Band’s core members recently teamed up with two young talents from Nashville. Stepping into the musical role of Linda Ronstadt is the incomparable multi-talented powerhouse vocalist Tristan McIntosh. Tristan who made a national name for herself when she auditioned for American Idol and performed Mickey Guyton’s “Why Baby Why” which brought the judges to tears and earned her a “Golden Ticket” to Hollywood to compete in the final season of the long-running television series. Tristan went on to become a fan favorite and finished in the Top 6. The Linda Ronstadt Experience covers all “The Hits” from the early beginnings of Linda’s career with The Stone Poneys’ “Different Drum” through the breakthrough Hit “You’re No Good” into the 1970’s chart toppers like The Everly Brothers “When Will I Be Loved”, Buddy Holly’s. “That’ll Be The Day”, Roy Orbison’s emblematic “Blue Bayou” and onto the early 1980’s with songs by Elvis Costello, The Hollies, The Knickerbockers, Little Feat and so many more. Follow The Linda Ronstadt Experience as Tristan McIntosh and company bring Linda’s music into the 21st century!

Session Americana (Boston) is a rock band in a tea cup, or possibly a folk band in a whiskey bottle. This band/collective of talented musicians craft an musical experience unlike any other. On stage is a collapsible bar table wired with microphones, a vintage suitcase recast as a kick drum, an old Estey field organ, a pre-war parlor guitar, a mandocello and all of its smaller siblings, a harmonica case fire damaged when Jack’s bar went up in flames and graffitied by Depeche Mode roadies, and an assortment of other instruments that get passed around in this freewheeling modern hootenanny. The anything-could-happen feel of a Session show depends on craft that’s not accidental or easily won; they bring a kind of ease and genuineness to this timeless music, sometimes presenting the latest batch of original songs, sometimes reaching back into depths of the American “song bag”.

“My school was a juke joint/From a kid till I was grown/And blues is really/All I ever known”

Take one glance at the iconic tintype photograph which serves as the cover to his new album, “Benton County Relic,” and you know immediately that Cedric Burnside is the real deal. “When I first saw it, I thought I looked like an outlaw,” he laughs.

He still lives on several acres not far from the Holly Springs, Mississippi, home where he was raised by “Big Daddy,” his grandfather, the late singer/songwriter/guitarist R.L. Burnside whom Cedric famously played with, just as his own father, drummer Calvin Jackson, did. Cedric was literally born to the blues, more specifically, the “rhythmically unorthodox” Hill country variant which emerged from Mississippi, where he grew up surrounded (and influenced) by Junior Kimbrough, Jessie May Hemphill and Otha Turner, as well as delta musicians T-Model Ford and Paul “Wine” Jones.

Grammy-nominated in 2015 for Best Blues Album for the Cedric Burnside Project’s Descendants of Hill Country, as well as the recipient of the Blues Music Awards honor as Drummer of the Year for four consecutive years, Cedric’s latest album offers a showcase for his electric and acoustic guitar, recording 26 tracks in just two days with drummer/slide guitarist Brian Jay in the latter’s Brooklyn home studio in a rush of creativity.

And while Cedric humbly refers to himself in the album’s title, the music within is anything but ancient, the rich tradition of Hill country blues dragged kicking and screaming into the modern-day with crackling electricity amid its nod to life’s essentials. If the blues has traditionally been about getting through hard times, “Benton County Relic” offers the kind of deep baring of the soul that enables us to transcend oppression, whether in the 19th century or in the precarious present.

The original Band’s final performance, in San Francisco’s Winterland Ballroom, was called The Last Waltz, and set the standard by which all farewell concerts are measured. We celebrate that great night back in 1976!

The Band produced some of the most original and soulful music that set the standard for contemporary music in Anerica with classics like Up on Cripple Creek, The Weight, Ophelia, It Makes No Difference, and I Shall Be Released.

The Last Waltz Celebration features The ‘The Band’ Band’s 3-piece horn section, as well as the full 5 pieces of the ‘The Band’ Band. One in the audience last summer said “I had no idea how much I loved The Band!”

As with the original Last Waltz, when Bill Graham catered the show to acknowledge a historic event, the Opera House will serve hors d’oeuvre by 14-Acre Farm.

Come celebrate the bounty of the harvest with a heavenly dinner from the 14 Acre Farm and an evening of music by Free Range Folk.

If you love The Eagles, then this is the show to see. With an intimate room, phenomenal sound, all seats close, and a great listening and viewing balcony, it all adds up to a great opportunity to experience your own style of Eaglemania!

With a passion for perfection, Eaglemania brings the ultimate Eagles experience, scrupulously delivering the harmonies and musicianship of one of the greatest bands of all time.

Formed in 1971 by Glen Frey, Don Henley, Bernie Leadon and Randy Meisner, they later added Don Felder, Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmitt. With five number one singles, six Grammys, five American Music Awards, and six number one albums, the Eagles were (and continue to be) one of the most successful musical acts ever.

Even the most dire circumstance can offer opportunity for new beginnings. Just ask singer/songwriter Blake Christiana or any of the other members of the once Brooklyn based Americana band called Yarn. He’ll point to the band’s album, the boldly optimistic, This Is the Year. A seamless blend of vibrant, inspired, back porch melodies and narrative, descriptive lyrics that detail the challenges faced when one’s life is jolted off its bearings, the record documents in detail the band’s determination to move forward. It’s an album about sometimes skirting the rules, a tack that was inspired by musicians they admire—Waylon and Willie, Merle Haggard and other Texas troubadours with a distinctly renegade reputation. In an era of click-bait and sound bites, Yarn provides a real experience.  They’re not just a live band, they’re a band for people who want to live.

A holiday show featuring the music of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

Twelve Twenty Four brings their high energy, full-scale holiday rock orchestra concert back to the Northeast this year. Featuring the music of the Trans Siberian Orchestra (TSO), along with selections from their debut album, Miracle on Rock Street, and this year’s newest release, Light in the Dark, for a one-of-a-kind holiday experience!

This year’s shows will feature songs from their newest release, “Light in the Dark,” their 2010 debut CD, “Miracle on Rock Street,” and all the favorite Trans-Siberian Orchestra songs people have come to love over the years.

Established in 2002, 12/24 performs its Christmas music with a theatrical, rock edge and combines it with a narrated storyline to create a family friendly holiday show suitable for all ages.

Experience the Holiday show that has become a popular and much-anticipated Christmas-Season Favorite in Jim Thorpe.

RUBIX KUBE is taking the universe by storm as the most original ‘80s tribute band of all time. Its one-of-a-kind “THE EIGHTIES STRIKE BACK Show” is performed in their NYC headquarters, across the planet, and to galaxies far . . far away. The KUBE is more than just a cover band – it’s a totally awesome, true ‘80s Experience! Every super-charged show takes it to the max and guarantees to set the roof on fire and burn down the house. (Metaphorically speaking of course).

RUBIX KUBE is led by a male and female dynamic duo of karma chameleons, able to transform in the-blink-of-an-eye into the voice and character of any ‘80s icon. Madonna, Michael Jackson, Cher, Prince, Devo, Bon Jovi, Guns N’ Roses, and more teleport right before your eyes on the same stage, in one concert! Their supporting sidekicks are some of the most-excellent and versatile musicians around, including Steve Brown of the million-selling Rock band TRIXTER and David Z from The Trans-Siberian Orchestra. All are decked out in vibrant, vintage ‘80s threads and with enough hairspray to take down Freddy Krueger, The Terminator, Beetlejuice, and all The Gremlins at once. The KUBE is able to crank out Pop, Rock, New Wave, Dance and Hair Metal hits from the decade of decadence, and perform them just like the originals – yet with their own gnarly twist.

Talkshow host Kelly Ripa has praised RUBIX KUBE as “Amazing. You definitely have to check it out, it’s so much fun. It’s like going back to The Eighties!”

RUBIX KUBE has shared the stage with actual ‘80s rockstars & legends including: Tiffany, Debbie Gibson, Bret Michaels of Poison, Dee Snider of Twisted Sister, MC Hammer, Night Ranger, Mike Score of A Flock Of Seagulls, Colin Hay of Men At Work, Taylor Dayne, and Tone Loc. RUBIX KUBE has had featured TV segments & interviews on The TODAY Show, FUSE, FOX News, Bethenny and parts on hit reality TV shows “Cake Boss” and “Dirty Money”. The ever-expanding list of celebrity fan attendees include: Kelly Ripa, Katie Couric, Lance Bass & Chris Kirkpatrick (of N ‘Sync), Boomer Esiason, Mark Sanchez, Miley Cyrus, and Ivanka Trump.

Audiences of all ages . . prepare for the most bodacious, totally rad and ultimate time-warp back to The Eighties with RUBIX KUBE!!

Frank Solivan is well on his way to becoming one of the biggest names in contemporary bluegrass. His award-winning ensemble Dirty Kitchen has found an audience that appreciates the genre’s traditions while at the same time embraces its progression…Frank Solivan has accomplished something truly special by combining his formidable band mates and talented friends with his terrific cousins and amazing parents. He’s carefully chosen songs that highlight the incredible influence of music on his life and arranged them in a manner that demonstrates his mastery of the craft. The range of genuine emotion that Frank has managed to capture is as varied and impressive as the amount of instruments on the record. He’s clearly put every ounce of his heart into this project and his listenership is being rewarded with the result. In the end, Family, Friends & Heroes is more than just another outstanding album, it’s an audible tribute to the people who make Frank Solivan possible. Read the full review… – Bill Rudd, The Lot Scene (March 2016)

Damn the Torpedoes is the ultimate tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.  Each member takes pride in playing the extensive Tom Petty catalog while sounding and acting as close to the real thing as possible.

Whether performing note for note renditions of the studio recordings or engaging the audience with actual live versions of TPATH’s concert performances, the Damn the Torpedoes deliver a great Tom Petty experience.

Kevin Miller, renowned multiplatinum drummer formerly of Fuel who performed on the #1 songs “Hemorrhage (In My Hands)” & “Shimmer” has launched the new Rock/Pop Party band SMASHED, focused on the greatest hits of all time, performed by his all-star lineup of national level musicians.

The band has recently added Ash Hill as a co-lead vocalist and is driven by Miller’s percussive backbone that added fire to Fuel live to earn the #6 spot among Billboard’s Top Alternative Rock Songs of all time.

This six-member band with six lead vocalists perform a high-energy exhilarating show and spotlights Fuel’s smash hits along with medleys and mashups of Rock and Pop anthems. Get SMASHED with this Good Time Party Band fueled by songs that will pack the floor!

THE STRANGER is the complete premiere tribute to the music of one of the worlds most beloved performers, Billy Joel. Comprised of some of the best and most experienced musicians in the business, this 6 piece band brings together an authentic replication of Billy’s timeless music, crowning it with soulful, spot on vocals that makes listening to a Billy Joel song so special. Out front on piano & lead vocals is founder & frontman Mike Santoro. Born and raised in Levittown NY like Joel himself, Mike also looks like Billy, moves like Billy, plays piano like Billy, and most of all sounds so much like Billy Joel that you will be astonished that what you’re seeing and hearing is actually a tribute artist. We give you the Billy Joel show with the sound of his original band in his prime… energetic, interactive an often unpredictable. Its live entertainment at its best!

Taking the Celtic scene by storm, the Tartan Terrors, North America’s premiere Celtic Event, features the best in music, comedy and dance. Bolstered by the blistering piping of a Two Time World Champion Bagpiper, the driving tones of drums from around the world, and a guitar played unlike any you’ve ever heard, standing room only audiences understand why Dig This Magazine declares “(The Terrors) one act to keep an eye on!” Combine this musical prowess with championship caliber Highland Dancers and internationally recognized comedic performers and this Celtic Group goes beyond the ordinary. Members of the Tartan Terrors have performed on four different continents, in some of the most prestigious Festivals, Highland Games and Theatres of North America. Join the phenomenon of the Tartan Terrors and see why Celtic Beat Magazine hails them as “the heirs apparent to the [Celtic] mayhem.”