See Live Performances at Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series
Thirteen local acts will perform throughout this ten-week series, funded by NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley (NWBRV).
EhShawnee performs. Photo by Thomas Walsh, OGM Photography.
Live music is back and we’re busy filling up our calendars with concerts. Take part in the third season of the Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series launching on July 9. Thirteen local acts will perform throughout this ten-week series, funded by NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley (NWBRV).
Rhode Island native band Back Rhodes is excited about its upcoming performance on July 16 as the opener for Vermont-based blues singer Kat Wright.
“We’ve been following Kat for years individually, having seen her perform in Burlington, Vermont, and most recently at Levitate Music Festival in Marshfield, Massachusetts,” says Back Rhodes member Ed Desorcy Jr. “We’re kind of still in a dream that we have the opportunity to open the night for one of our favorite artists and look forward to introducing our fans to her music.”
After a tough year with the pandemic, fans and musicians alike are eager to be around live music again.
Providence-based singer-songwriter Kim Trusty looks forward to performing her new gospel album on August 13.
“NeighborWorks’ appreciation and support of local artists and talents allows the performer to perform at their highest potential,” says Trusty. “It gives them a sense of purpose and respect.”
Woonsocket will be a hotbed for live music, ranging from salsa and jazz, to rock and blues, from musicians coming as far as Louisiana. Enjoy talented opening and headlining acts, as well as food trucks and an on-site bar provided by Ciro’s Tavern. Take in the peaceful views of River Island Art Park as you listen to the live music.
Rhode Island Acts:
July 9 – RI Hall of Famer Steve Smith and the Nakeds with singer-songwriter Lauren King
July 16 – Country band Back Rhodes will open for blues singer Kat Wright
July 23 – Indie rock band Beardogz will open for singer-songwriter Carsie Blanton
July 30 – Reggae band Natural Element will open for Grammy Award Winning Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience
August 13 – Gospel singer Kim Trusty will open for blues singer Rev. Sekou
August 20 – Salsa musician EnShawnee with jazz singer Michelle Cruz
August 27 – Pop singer Marielle Kraft from East Greenwich, now in Nashville
September 10 – RI Music Hall of Famer Mark Cutler and the Men of Great Courage will open for the Adam Ezra Group
September 17 – Percussionist Sidy Maiga and Afrimanding with hip hop group Chachi Carvalho and the International Players
Sidy Maiga. Photo by Thomas Walsh, OGM Photography.
