Brought to you by the Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals<\/strong><\/p>\n www.tedherbert.com<\/strong><\/a> or (603)669-7469<\/strong><\/p>\n Send inquiries or submissions to [email\u00a0protected]<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Looking for adventure? Check out<\/strong> The WEEKENDER<\/a> for more featured events out and about town!<\/strong><\/p>\n THURSDAY, JANUARY 29<\/strong>th<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n FRIDAY, JANUARY 30<\/strong>th<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n SATURDAY, JANUARY 31<\/strong>st<\/sup><\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1<\/strong>st<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n Always be sure to check a venue\u2019s website or social media for last minute changes<\/em> or to see if there are ticket or admission requirements. Thank you to Notso Costley Productions and all our live music venues for your support of LOCAL LIVE MUSIC. The Weekly Entertainment Report is brought to you by the Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals \u2013 <\/em>www.tedherbert.com<\/em><\/a> or (603)669-7469<\/em><\/p>\n FEATURED ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n Click on DIRECT\/x link for the official link to purchase tickets for each event. ALWAYS be sure to buy your tickets DIRECTLY from the ACTUAL venue and not a third-party seller.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n THURSDAY, JANUARY 29<\/strong>th<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n THE GRANITE STAGE \/ Rex Theatre (Manchester) \/ 6:00pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The Granite Stage is a community talent showcase<\/strong> celebrating New Hampshire\u2019s incredible artists, musicians, dancers, comedians, and creators. Hosted by Rhythm & Roots Studio in partnership with The Palace Theatre, this event gives emerging and established performers a platform to share their craft, connect with audiences, and grow their presence right in the heart of Downtown Manchester! The Granite Stage is a movement to uplift local voices, building collaboration across art forms, and keep creativity thriving in Manchester and beyond. Each performance will feature a dynamic mix of entertainment, audience voting, and community engagement opportunities, blending the excitement of a live competitive entertainment with community building. So, whether you\u2019re performing or cheering from the crowd, The Granite Stage invites everyone to stand proud, shine their talent, and celebrate creativity! www.rextheatre.org<\/a> or (603)668-5588<\/p>\n WILD NIGHT \/ LaBelle Winery (Amherst) \/ 8:00pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Dance, party, sing the night away<\/strong> at the\u00a01 WILD NIGHT<\/a>\u00a0Bon Jovi Tribute Concert<\/strong>! You\u2019ll hear all the classics spanning Bon Jovi\u2019s remarkable 30-year career, from their break out single,\u00a0\u201cRunaway\u201d<\/em>\u00a0to their top hits,\u00a0\u201cYou Give Love a Bad Name,\u201d \u201cLivin\u2019 on a Prayer\u201d and \u201cWanted Dead or Alive,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0plus \u201880s rock hits by Def Leppard, Journey, Whitesnake, and more. www.labellewinery.com<\/a> or (603)672-9898<\/p>\n BENNIE & THE JETS \/ LaBelle Winery (Derry) \/ 8:00pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The ultimate Elton John tribute concert<\/strong>. With more than 70 songs in their repertoire,\u00a0Bennie and The Jets<\/a>\u00a0will perform all your Elton John favorites such as \u00a0\u201cRocket Man\u201d, \u201cTiny Dancer\u201d, \u201cCrocodile Rock\u201d, \u201cGoodbye Yellow Brick Road\u201d, and so much more. www.labellewinery.com<\/a> or (603)672-9898<\/p>\n FRIDAY, JANUARY 30<\/strong>th<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n GRIFFIN WILLIAM SHERRY \/ Rex Theatre (Manchester) \/ 7:30pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Griffin William Sherry<\/strong>, the Maine-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist, is known for his ability to craft stories that resonate deeply, whether they\u2019re shared around a campfire or at a summer festival. After spending twelve years fronting The Ghost of Paul Revere, Griffin steps into the spotlight as a solo artist with his debut album, \u201cHundred Mile Wilderness\u201d. His music, characterized by a powerful vocal delivery and no-frills instrumentation, delves into the joys and challenges of small-town life and the personal journey of self-discovery. Through songs filled with raw honesty and eloquent lyricism, Griffin continues to explore life\u2019s big questions, inviting listeners to pause and appreciate the moment. Now, with a new chapter unfolding, he\u2019s more determined than ever to tell his story in his own voice. www.rextheatre.org<\/a> or (603)668-5588<\/p>\n FOO! \u2013 A FOO FIGHTERS TRIBUTE \/ Bank of NH Stage (Concord) \/ 8:00pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Get ready to sing, scream, and rock out \u2013 Foo! <\/strong>brings the energy, attitude, and anthems of the Foo Fighters to life across New England. Since 2023, this high-octane tribute band doesn\u2019t just play the songs \u2013 they channel the spirit of Dave Grohl and crew with explosive performances that turn every show into a full-throttle rock celebration.\u00a0With sets spanning both fan favorites and deep cuts, Foo! delivers a set packed with passion, power, and that unmistakable Foo Fighters vibe. With shows alongside Badfish and Papercut, and performances at iconic venues like Indian Ranch, The Palladium, Larcom Theater, Wallys and Bernies, Foo! has quickly become one of New England\u2019s most electrifying tribute acts.\u00a0www.ccanh.com<\/a> or (603)225-1111<\/p>\n ARE YOU READY FOR IT? A TAYLOR EXPERIENCE \/ Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) \/ 8:00pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Starring Traci Marie as Taylor and paying tribute to Taylor Swift\u2019s Iconic Eras Tour<\/strong> ROCK OF AGES \/ Palace Theatre (Manchester) \/ through February 8<\/strong>th<\/sup><\/strong> \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Get ready to party like it\u2019s 1987! This all-out, smash-hit musical<\/strong> will transport you back to the Sunset Strip, where big dreams and even bigger hair collide. Featuring a power-packed soundtrack of your favorite rock anthems \u2013 from Journey to Bon Jovi, Styx to Foreigner \u2013 Rock of Ages is an electrifying, hilarious, and utterly unforgettable night out. Don\u2019t stop believin\u2019 and grab your tickets for this epic rock \u2018n\u2019 roll celebration! www.palacetheatre.org<\/a> or (603)668-5588<\/p>\n SATURDAY, JANUARY 31<\/strong>st<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n KOTOKO BRASS \/ City Wide Community Center (Concord) \/ 6:00pm \u2013 FREE EVENT<\/strong><\/p>\n Inspired by the traditional drum rhythms of Ghana, Kotoko Brass<\/strong> has created a unique, joyful, and improvisational style of West African dance music described by the Boston Globe as \u201cpropulsive, infectious party music\u201d. The drums provide the heart and soul of Kotoko Brass \u2014 merging syncopated African percussion polyrhythms with hard-hitting dance grooves on the drum set. The horns blend traditional sounds of New Orleans with the famous West African brass band sound heard from Ghana to Nigeria, and the guitar, keys, and bass evoke classic African and Caribbean styles of highlife, afrobeat, and reggae. A celebratory and energetic synthesis of music, people, and cultures from around the world, Kotoko Brass features musicians from Ghana, Antigua, Japan, and the United States playing together in unity. In the US, Kotoko Brass has shared the stage with Angelique Kidjo, Femi Kuti, and Vieux Farka Toure, and on their debut tour of Ghana in 2023, they had the honor of performing for Ashanti King Nana Osei Tutu II. www.ccanh.com<\/a> or (603)225-1111 \u2013 Free Event \/ No Tickets Required<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n FORTUNE\u00a0 \/ Rex Theatre (Manchester) \/ 7:30pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Vinyl-era Classic Rock<\/strong> \u2013 who could forget the days of listening to WBCN, WCOZ, or WAAF and hearing one of music history\u2019s great anthems cranking from your car radio after school? The Who, Boston, Led Zeppelin, Journey, Foreigner \u2013 an endless list of unforgettable songs by rock\u2019s greatest bands, and you\u2019ll find them all at a Fortune show. Fortune began in 1985 in Peabody, MA, and continues to pack a multitude of venues throughout New England. Over the years, Fortune has been privileged to open for bands such as Cheap Trick, Robin Trower, Bad Company, America, Kansas, and Jefferson Starship. www.rextheatre.org<\/a> or (603)668-5588<\/p>\n BOOGIE WONDER BAND \/ Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) \/ 8:00pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n After more than 3,000 shows around the world the Boogie Wonder Band<\/strong> has become the most celebrated DISCO band of our generation. If we didn\u2019t know better, we\u2019d say that the Boogie Wonder Band, arrived via a time machine because this 10-piece band busts out funk-a-licious grooves and disco-strutting jams like they are straight out of the \u201870s. Channeling the era with a full throttle high-octane live show, each member dons eye-popping Las Vegas-inspired costumes and flashy personas. They don\u2019t just hail from another land; they come from another decade \u2013 where Disco ruled the dance floors! www.tupelomusichall.com<\/a> or (603)437-5100 \u2013 Limited Tickets Available<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1<\/strong>st<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n ROCK & ROLL PLAYHOUSE \u2013 THE MUSIC OF GRATEFUL DEAD \/ Bank of NH Stage (Concord) \/ 11:00am \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Performing songs created by the most iconic musicians in rock history, The Rock and Roll Playhouse Band<\/strong> offers its core audience of families with children aged 1-7, games, movement, stories and most importantly an opportunity to rock out. It allows parents to enjoy the music they love while little fans are encouraged to explore their creativity and have fun! Founded in 2014 by independent concert promoter Peter Shapiro and educator Amy Striem, The Rock and Roll Playhouse is the largest national kid-friendly live concert series having performed to hundreds of thousands of kids and their families. It has hosted over 1,000 shows in more than 35 leading live music venues across the United States, filling the void for shared musical experiences between parents and children across the country.\u00a0www.ccanh.com<\/a> or (603)225-1111<\/p>\n THE SCOTT SPRADLING BAND \/ Majestic Theatre (Manchester) \/ 2:00pm \u2013 <\/strong>DIRECT\/x<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The Scott Spradling Band <\/strong>is a 12-member band recently voted the best amateur big band by New Hampshire Magazine. With a rockin rhythm section and lots of horns, the SSB plays hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond. From Chicago to Billy Joel, Michael Bubl\u00e9 to Earth, Wind & Fire\u2026 our tunes are sure to get your toes tappin! 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<\/em>Traci, a small-town theater girl from the suburbs of Chicago, grew up surrounded by musical talent. Throughout her career, she has opened for national touring artists like Tony Orlando, The Righteous Brothers, Chubby Checker, and others. She\u2019s performed with Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals, and Dennis Tufano of The Buckinghams fame. This former \u201cMiss Congeniality\u201d winner is also currently nominated for Tribute Artist of the Year, (2024) for the Josie Music Awards. Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience features a live band tribute to the most successful tour in music history. Whether you\u2019re a Swiftie, or new to Taylor\u2019s music, this fast-paced, energetic, captivating show is a must see event! www.tupelomusichall.com<\/a> or (603)437-5100<\/p>\n