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YES NEXT U.S. TOUR

Following last year’s sold-out U.S. tour, YES, who are Steve Howe (guitars, vocals), Geoff Downes (keyboards), Jon Davison (vocals, acoustic guitar), Billy Sherwood (bass guitar, vocals), and Jay Schellen (drums), announced their “Classic Tales Of Yes” tour in the U.S. starting September 24 in Bethlehem, PA and ending November 4 in Riverside, CA. Look for the tour—which is the latest presentation of their ongoing concert series illuminating their classic music—to include many iconic tracks from the influential and pioneering Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees’ catalog covering 50-plus years as well as music from their acclaimed new album MIRROR TO THE SKY (released May 19 on InsideOutMusic/Sony Music).

The evening will begin with an on-site presentation by world-renowned English artist and designer Roger Dean, whose masterful artwork of striking other-worldly landscapes has graced classic album covers and posters, most prominently by YES and Asia. Every show will feature a Roger Dean gallery in the venue’s reception/foyer area

They’ll be appearing Thursday, September 28 at NYCB Theatre Westbury. Go to www.yesworld.com/live for ticketing information.

DELUXE WHO’S NEXT/LIFE HOUSE

The suite of songs by The Who on which, more than half a century ago, Pete Townshend foresaw the invention of the internet, of virtual reality and pandemic-style lockdown, is to be heard as he intended for the first time. UMR will release Who’s Next/Life House as a lavish, multi-format Super Deluxe edition on September 15th.

Featuring 155 tracks, of which 89 are previously unreleased and 57 feature fresh remixes, the set will delight longtime Who fans with its long-sought, complete picture of Townshend’s incredibly prescient songwriting, while captivating a new audience with his visionary description of a future that has, in many ways, come true. It features all of his songs, in their many stages of development, from the abandoned, audacious Life House project, started In 1969 as a follow-up to The Who’s epic Tommy, and from the undisputed rock classic of 1971 that it evolved into, Who’s Next.

The Super Deluxe edition of Who’s Next/Life House will contain 10 CDs, all remastered from the original tapes by longtime Who engineer Jon Astley, plus a Blu-ray Audio disc with newly-created Atmos & 5.1 surround mixes of Who’s Next and 14 bonus tracks by in-demand artist and producer Steven Wilson.

Peter Frampton At Royal Albert Hall

In November 2022, Grammywinning artist and virtuosic guitar player Peter Frampton performed at the historic Royal Albert Hall in London to a rapturous sold-out crowd. The special evening was filmed, capturing stunning performances of Frampton’s finest songs, and will be released as a live album on September 1 via Ume.

The record features 9 live performances with Frampton’s long-standing band of Rob Arthur, Adam Lester, Dan Wojciechowski and Steve Mackey, and includes tracks “Show Me the Way,” “Baby, I Love Your Way,” “Do You Feel Like We Do?” and more. The legendary performance is currently streaming on PBS as part of their Pledge Drive.

Additionally, Frampton is back on the road—the Never Say Never Tour kicked off last month, with stops nationwide through August.

Most recently, Frampton announced that on July 28 Intervention Records will release Frampton@50, a numbered limited-edition vinyl box set featuring Frampton’s essential 1972-1975 studio releases Wind of Change, Frampton’s Camel and Frampton.

A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT THE 37TH MUSICIAN’S TALENT & SERVICES DIRECTORY

Published September 5, 2023

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Good Times is compiling its most complete listing of New York’s performing musicians and bands. If you’re a performer or if you have a band, this annual special issue is your chance to get noticed - and best of all, It’s free!

The Musician’s Directory is mailed to club owners in Long Island, NYC, and to A&R reps & indie management executives –plus distributed at musician’s retail locations such as studios and musical instrument stores.

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Elevation Beaver Creek Festival

Elevation Beaver Creek, the highly anticipated event combining music, wine, and adventure,unveiled the first round of performers.

The roster includes prominent names such as Billy Currington, recognized for his soulful country melodies and widespread appeal, along with Michael Franti, a celebrated singer-songwriter known for his inspirational performances and powerful messages. Adding to the excitement are other notable performers, including the versatile singer and guitarist, Brian Kelley. He’s best known as the Florida representative of the hitmakers Florida Georgia Line.

In addition to these established artists, Elevation Beaver Creek will also showcase rising talents, who are poised to deliver engaging and authentic performances. Among them are Coffey Anderson, George Birge, Jordana Bryant, Liddy Clark, Alex Hall, John Hollier, HunterGirl, Ryan Larkins, Stephanie Quayle, Jobi Riccio, Josh Ross, Dylan Schneider, Matt Stell, and The War and Treaty.

Set for October 1-3, 2023, Elevation strives to bring elements of Napa and transcend them to other hand-selected markets, and locations that exemplify Zen and beauty and where the artists and industry can embrace the local culture.

For more information about Elevation, visit https://www.liveinthevineyard. com/elevation way back in 2001,” says Mike D. “Every year, I looked forward to collaborating on art and developing the NEMHF brand identity. I am so proud of the growth of the festival and what it has done for Massachusetts — an absolute staple for holding a scene together and a true collision of many different styles, ideas and cultures. The return of the NEMHF is just cause for headbangers around New England to rejoice and revel in the resurgence of a legend, back from the grave.”

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Bousquet Jazz Festival

Berkshires Jazz announced the lineup for the second annual Bousquet Jazz Festival, which takes place on Saturday, Aug. 19, at Pittsfield’s historic ski area. The event is a combination of hillside performances and indoor “apres jazz jazz”. The four groups represent a wide variety of jazz stylings, from hot swing to cool post-bop, vibrant vocals to virtuoso piano.

The popular quintet

The Lucky 5 kicks-off the event at 4 p.m. The hard-swinging jazz band blends 30’s and 40’s style swing with gypsy and Parisian flavors to create a unique blend of music that stands by itself. Combining originals and creative reworks of old standards.

The audience is encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and beverage services will be available on-site. The festival takes place rain or shine. Ticket discounts are available online. For details, go to www.BerkshiresJazz. org, or https://bousquetmountain.com/event/bousquet-mountain-jazz-festival/

Metal Injection Festival

The inaugural Metal Injection Festival will take over Orange County, CA from September 16-17 across two iconic venues - The Observatory and House of Blues Anaheim. The stacked and diverse lineup is a melting pot of genres, inclusive to both legendary bands as well as emerging and underground artists worth discovering.

Sponsored by Metal Blade Records, Nuclear Blast, Century Media, Thunderflix and ESP Guitars, the facemelting program will also have a learning booth in support of two very important causes, MusiCares and Suicide Prevention. This initiative will help educate attendees on mental health awareness and related resources for fans and musicians in need.

NEW ENGLAND METAL & HARDCORE FEST

New England Metal & Hardcore Fest launched back in 1999 and took place at the famed Palladium in Worcester through 2018. It was often held over two or three days, with multiple stages and top-tier acts like Megadeth, Manowar, DragonForce, Opeth

The event returns as a two-day extravaganza on September 15 and 16. Parkway Drive and Lamb of God will serve as headliners, with an incredible roster of bands gracing three stages — two outside stages and the main room.

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Two days of killer bands ranging from thrash, death, industrial, hardcore, and more from legendary names to the ones worth discovering. They’ll also have some really sweet giveaways, and special setlists including the legendary Max & Iggor Cavalera performing Morbid Visions and Bestial Devastation records in entirety, and Fear Factory celebrating their game changing Demanufacture and 25th anniversary of Obsolete.

Help Wanted

CINEMA ARTS CENTER are currently looking to hire Theatre Ushers, Cafe Associates, Box Office Associates & Managers, as well as a new Technical Director/Head Projectionist to oversee the technical aspects of our three theaters, projection booths, and café. Go To, https://cinemaartscentre.org/about-us/job-opportunities/to apply (TFN)

BURGEROLOGY LOCATIONS are looking for help. We are looking for manager positions, servers, busboys, and bartenders.Please email Burgerology.rvc@gmail.com. (TFN)

MUSIC STORE in Mastic looking for full & pt help. Great Perks (815) 666-6772 Joe (TFN)

MUSICIANS AVAILABLE

GUITARIST, looking for Blues Rock Jams. 67 years old. (631) 462-5987 (1325)

DRUMMER, 38 Actual good drummer seeking non-horrible band. E-mail actualgooddrummer@ gmail.com (1325)

CHICAGO BLUES, harmonica vocalist looking to play 516-398-8155 nasau County Preferred (1325)

Musicians Wanted

FEMALE SINGER who can also DANCE wanted for New Orleans style BAND for VIDEO & GIGS (Brooklyn L.I. Based) Call or text Dave (917) 6224578 (1313-1316)

UPRIGHT BASS PLAYER AND PECUSSIONIST OR CAJUN PLAYER wanted for Acoustic Trio with GUITAR BOSSA RHYTHMS SWING BLUES

AMERICANA originals with a RETRO FEEL A LA HOT CLUB Dan Hicks etc. Text or voicemail Chuxley (646) 221-0088 (1325)

MALE/FEMALE VOCALISTS NEEDED for 70’s/80’s top 40’s dance band: we are a reunited . 4 piece cover band concentrating on 70’s and 80’s pop and dance music. We play live along with additional recorded instrumentation for a very professional full sound. We are looking to start gigging by this coming summer in bars, clubs, parties, etc. We need really good male and female singers to do songs by hall and oats, marvin gaye, donna summer, rondstadt, etc. The band is great and any musician would be proud to be part of it. Call or text: frank 631-617-9181 suffolk (1310)

WHO WANTS TO JAM?

Guitarist/singer seeks all other instruments for fun jams. I know lots lots of jam band stuff and classic rock, too. Based in Huntington, I don’t mind driving to a convenient studio for all – give a call! Rob (516) 672-3957. (1325)

For Sale

PERFECT FOR MUSICIAN: Console piano with flute, guitar, trombone, clarinet, effects and many more. Needs minor key repairs - Call (516) 3250425 between 9am-7pm. (1318)

ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT FOR SALE: $239,000 Prime location - Westbury. New kitchen appliances. Text owner 516-360-4238 (13191322)

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