Tag Archives: FLY AMERO

Rhumb Line guest host, new blood & lots of new videos

Posted on September 25, 2012 by

Allen Estes will be sitting in for Fly Amero tomorrow (Wednesday) at the Rhumb Line where he’ll introduce Maine singer/songwriter Barry Michaud to Gloucester. We’re beginning to get caught up publishing new videos on gimmesound (we’ve still got a lot … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Video | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Music connections revolving around Gloucester

Posted on September 19, 2012 by

Allen Estes‘ Cable TV show Local Music Seen features Brian King tonight at 6:30pm.  On the show, Brian sings his hit Cold Rain, which was recorded by Irma Thomas, the “Soul Queen of New Orleans” (listen here).   You can … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized, Video | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Taking some of Gloucester’s best music to Iowa on a cloud ~ and a prediction for 2020

Posted on September 18, 2012 by

We may be somewhat old-fashioned, but we still listen to CDs for 3 major reasons: We prefer the superior sound quality We have a lot of them that we bought before MP3s were available The only iPod in our house … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, GMG Tech Talk, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

To cross or not to cross ~ the bridge, that is.

Posted on August 31, 2012 by

IF YOU CROSS THE BRIDGE Believe it or not, it’s still not too late to get your tickets to see two home-town legends in a once-in-a-lifetime performance tonight at the North Shore Music Theatre.  See yesterday’s post for details – remember … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Video | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Weekend starts now ~ Don’t be fooled

Posted on August 30, 2012 by

And what a weekend it is!  First, there’s the Harbor Loop Concert Series Finale TONIGHT.  You simply cannot miss this extraordinary gathering of some of Gloucester’s best talent. Tomorrow “our boy” (as Joey would say) Allen Estes interrupts his vacation … Continue reading →

Posted in Chickity check it!, Family, gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Why does Fly Amero play guitar upside down?

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

No, Fly’s not upside down.  The guitar is. If you look carefully, you can see that the thin strings (higher) are at the top in this picture.  That’s upside down from the norm. But why?  Well, this question has generated … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized | Tagged , | 2 Comments

Win 2 Killer Mason Jar Iced Teas and 2 Tickets to see ORLEANS 40th Anniversary Concert

Posted on August 16, 2012 by

Look for the GMG booth at the Waterfront Festival on Saturday and get your Killer Mason Jar Iced Teas.  While you’re there, be sure to enter to win 2 more iced tea jars, plus 2 tickets to the once-in-a-lifetime concert … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

Musical chairs, open mics, special guests, family co-hosts, sing-a-long, smooth jazz scat … and more tonight

Posted on August 15, 2012 by

You’re gonna have to choose because they’re all going on at the same time.  See the detailed live music line up here.  If you go see Fly with his sister Linda & special guest Jack Senier on piano at the … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Video | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

There’s a new poster coming to town today ~ and you’ll never guess who helped create it.

Posted on August 9, 2012 by

As many of you know, ORLEANS’ founding member, John Hall will re-join the band for their 40th Anniversary Tour — and their first east-coast concert is at North Shore Music Theatre on Fri, Aug 31 (get tickets here). You probably … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

BREAKING NEWS: Fly Amero’s touring band, Orleans, welcomes co-founder/songwriter/guitarist John Hall for a 40th Anniversary Concert in honor of Larry Hoppen at NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE ON AUGUST 31

Posted on August 2, 2012 by

You saw it on GMG FIRST.  Just like you heard about the sudden, tragic death of Fly’s longtime friend and band-mate Larry Hoppen last week (see post here). The next day, Fly demonstrated the healing power of music (see that … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Schooner, Things to do, Uncategorized, Video | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

If you’re not on vacation, find an excuse to take tomorrow off

Posted on August 1, 2012 by

There’s so much going on tomorrow that it’s just not a good day to be at work. Gloucester’s Sidewalk Bazaar kicks off at 9am and must be better than ever — otherwise why would our boy Joey represent? Click here … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Fly Amero & his friends transform a dark day into a night of healing through music

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

“How can you be here tonight?” was the question asked of Fly Amero by friends and fans who knew he had lost his dear friend of over 3 decades and band-mate Larry Hoppen, one of the founders of Orleans, who … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

Live Blogging – The Show Must Go On

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

Vickie Van Ness Sent from my phone

Posted in gloucester, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Larry Hoppen, one of the founding members of the band Orleans, passed away last night.

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

July shows are cancelled, but Lance Hoppen intends to finish the rest of this year’s tour in his brother’s honor with the first East Coast show at North Shore Music Theatre on August 31.   Our thoughts and prayers are with Fly … Continue reading →

Posted in GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

See Gloucester Legend, Fly Amero, on TV Friday Morning

Posted on July 24, 2012 by

Tune in to Fox & Friends All-American Concert Series Live from Manhattan at about 7:30am this Friday (7/27) to see Fly’s band, Orleans, perform and be interviewed.   The show starts at 6am.  Orleans will be interviewed at about 7:30am.  Then … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

See “Rock Stars of Gloucester” tonight ~ in the flesh and oil

Posted on July 21, 2012 by

Just in case you’ve been under a rock for the past couple of weeks and don’t know that Gloucester’s biggest block party ever starts at 6 tonight, you can click here to read some posts about it.  Okay, now you know. … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Block Party, gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Got kids? Take ‘em to the Block Party. It’s Free and Fun on Saturday.

Posted on July 18, 2012 by

I just spoke with Rick Doucett, whom you all know and love from the YMCA.  Rick reminded me that he and his wife, Loren, will be running Kids Town at the Block Party on Saturday (just like last year).   … Continue reading →

Posted in Block Party, Family, gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

3 Answers: Where will the Zip Line Kid be tonight? Where can you get Fiesta Coupons? & Why is Chelsea Berry in the news in LYNN?

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

Today’s Daily Item of Lynn story about Chris Isaak’s concert tomorrow at North Shore Music Theatre includes an interview with Chelsea Berry (see Lynn Item Story Here).  Now, for some reason she told the reporter how old she is (I thought women never … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Win Free Tickets to see Top Gloucester Talent on stage with National Recording Stars this Summer

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

You probably already know about our Summer Concert Series. Since this weekend is Summer’s kick-off, we’re running a special  ticket give-away for GMG readers (FOBs).  Text GMG to 72727 and you’ll be entered to Win 2 FREE Tickets to the concert of … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Can’t buy a VIP Upgrade, but you might just WIN it.

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

You may remember that Peter and I are presenting a concert series at North Shore Music Theatre this summer (see post & videos here) and we’ve got some great VIP packages that offer exclusive access to VIP Pre-Parties, 3 Course Dinner … Continue reading →

Posted in gloucester, GMG Music Schedule, Go See, Things to do, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Behind the Scenes with Joey – Artist Debra Robinson

Posted on February 22, 2011 by

Be sure to catch Joey’s interview with Artist Debra Bretton Robinson  on GoodMorningGloucester. Enjoy the Video of Joey behind the Camera.

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

Valentine Special Gloucester Music Seen on Cape Ann TV

Posted on February 11, 2011 by

Allen’s special guests on Local Music Seen are his good friends JB and Fly Amero, featuring love songs from all three, plus a very funny story by JB and an Fly’s exciting announcement about Memorial Day at Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport.  The Valentine Special  … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

California or Bust!

Posted on April 23, 2010 by
Posted in Things to do | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Battle of the Bands Photos from David Cox

Posted on April 16, 2010 by
Posted in Art, GMG Music Schedule | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Voting Begins for The GIMMESOUND.COM GiveBack Live Music Series

Posted on August 8, 2009 by

From Vickie Van Ness- Time to Vote! For Fans Choice For the GIMMESOUND.COM GiveBack Live Music Series You can vote for your favorite artist NOW! Save these dates: September 30, 2009 at T.T. the Bear’s Place in Cambridge, MA and … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Chickity check it!, GMG Music Schedule, Things to do | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment