5 Live Music Musts - August 19, 2016
Ken Abrams, GoLocalProv Music Critic
5 Live Music Musts - August 19, 2016
5 Live Music Musts - August 19, 2016
Marshall Crenshaw Tonight
Good rockin' music tonight can be found at the Purple Cat Vineyard in Chepachet where Marshall Crenshaw is appearing. Listening to Crenshaw is like catching up with an old friend. He's a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter with cult-like following thanks to his sophisticated pop sound and well known tunes like “Whenever You’re on My Mind," and "Cynical Girl." Opener Josh Grabert, leader of RI's Torn Shorts, will likely feature some selections from his Shed Sessions, a little folk blues recording that this reviewer digs. Show starts promptly at 8PM - details here.
Jimmy Buffett at Xfinity
Parrotheads, your time is here. Jimmy Buffett returns to the Xfinity Center tomorrow night for his annual show with the Coral Reefer Band. And if you’ve never been, it's an experience not to be missed. Buffett continues to fill arenas with his appealing yacht rock and good time party atmosphere. Show begins at 8PM, lawn tickets still available here. Oh, and remember to fill those pick up truck pools carefully but leave the port-o-potties at home.
Blink 182 at Xfinity
The pop-punk sounds of Blink 182 return to the Xfinity Center tonight, with new guitarist Matt Skiba a recent replacement for longtime member Tom DeLonge. A new album California, released last month, rose to #1 on the Billboard charts, giving the band an unexpected mid-career renaissance. See for yourself tonight starting at 7PM with openers A Day to Remember and All Time Low. Ticket information here.
Black Sabbath at Xfinity
Next Thursday, it's the end of the road for Black Sabbath. Ozzy Ozbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler return to the Xfinity Center as part of their final North American tour. The legendary metal band promises an entertaining evening of rock classics. Tickets are still available here. Rival Sons open at 7:30.
Chase Rice Tonight
Country maverick Chase Rice kicks off the Providence Event Series tonight at the Alex and Ani Skating City Center. Rice, a former NASCAR pit crew operator and cast member on CBS TV’s Survivor, brings his abundant energy to the stage in Providence. He’s had several songs near the top of the country charts in recent years, including "Ready Set Roll" and “Gonna Wanna Tonight”. Opener Filmore take the stage around 6:30. Ticket information here.
