GAZEBO CONCERTS

2021 brings Arkansas-born and Manhattan-based Brother Moses to the Gazebo Concerts for the first time. This Indie/Alternative band is upbeat, guaranteeing a great time will be had by all.

BROTHER MOSES – THE BAND

Brother Moses was formed in 2014 by a group of friends who wanted to try and find a place for themselves in the small-but-vibrant Fayetteville, Arkansas music scene. Their first official release, the sun-soaked, blissed-out Legends, took that spirit and condensed it into six songs that showcased the relentlessly catchy hooks of frontman James Lockhart. Produced and recorded by Raymond Richards (Local Natives, LCD Soundsystem). the record quickly turned the house parties into sold-out shows and the group of friends into a creative unit that sought to make something uniquely their own.

Their first full-length release saw the band staying true to their frenetic roots, but dialed down to a more focused and controlled center. Mixing explosive The Walkmen-sized hooks with tightly wound ribbons of guitar and synthesizers, Magnolia has gone on to collect over a million total streams in just a year’s time after an independent release in February 2018.

Soon after the release of Magnolia, the band made the decision to move from Arkansas and relocate permanently as a group to New York City. They celebrated the move with the release of Sam & Diane, a track that showcased the band’s pop music IQ and an ever-increasing knack for making music that travels from ambient expanses to cathartic eruptions within a single song.

Brother Moses – The Music

Brother Moses has release four albums – Desperation, Pop, Magnolia and Legends.They’ve recorded with Missing Piece Records and Spaceman Records before forming an independent recording label called Brother Moses. Their songs can be found on Spotify, Apple Music and Google Music.

A Tribute to Ann Wilson of Heart & Led Zeppelin

HEARTLESS

is the Ultimate New England Tribute to Ann Wilson of Heart and Led Zeppelin! To date, we are the only tribute specifically to Ann Wilson. A touring act for the upper East Coast, and based out of Vermont with a goal of playing each song as true to live version of Heart’s performances. This band packs the house with each gig with fans who sing along with their classic Heart songs and Led Zeppelin covers commonly covered by Heart throughout their decades of touring.

Jasmine White, lead vocal, brings all the vocal flavors and personality of Ann Wilson alive. Jasmine delivers songs such as “Alone”, “Barracuda”, and “Crazy on You” with ease while bringing the rough edges of her vocals to all the Led Zeppelin covers songs like “Whole Lotta Love”, “Stairway to Heaven”, and “Ramble On” as delivered by Ann Wilson on decades of tours. Complete in velvet coats, original stage-worn attire from Ann Wilson, and the signature hair, Jasmine provides an unforgettable and undeniable “Ann Wilson” performance.

In each show, Heartless carries a special message to the audience from Ann Wilson herself, which brings focus to “Music speaks” and “bringing the community together”. With the unmatched musicianship of the band members, we are true to the live delivery of all Heart and Zeppelin songs and provide a true concert experience through musical performance, costumes and character delivery.

 

JASON SPOONER BAND

Portland, Maine-based songwriter, guitarist, and producer Jason Spooner has been a visible and respected presence on the northeastern and national live music circuits for close to two decades. As the bandleader of The Jason Spooner Band (Dan Boyden – Drums, Stu Mahan – Bass and Dawson Hill – Keyboards), Spooner has expanded his musical horizons significantly over the course of five studio releases. The quartet stands out with an interesting signature sound that appeals to a wide range of audiences… seamlessly blending a variety of musical influences into a cohesive, energetic and listenable experience. Roots Rock, Americana, blues, folk and groove-oriented jazz with undercurrents of reggae and soul are all accounted for here and supported by audibly strong musicianship, interesting arrangements, and well-crafted, intelligent writing.
The recipe has certainly served the band well; over the last decade and a half, this dynamic band has performed with acts as varied as B.B. King, John Mayer, Jackson Browne, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Ray LaMontagne, Susan Tedeschi, Brett Dennen, Allen Stone, Everlast, Jackie Greene, G. Love, Guster, Blues Traveler, Peter Rowan and Sara Bareilles. The band has performed at Targhee Fest in Jackson Hole, WY – The Gathering of the Vibes in Bridgeport, CT – FloydFest in Floyd, Va – The Festival at Sandpoint – Sandpoint, ID – The Naukabout Festival on Cape Cod, the River City Roots Festival in Missoula, MT – The Rocky Mountain Folks Festival in Lyons, CO and have been perennial favorites at The Sundance Film Festival in Park City, UT.

In addition to glowing recent press in Guitar World Magazine, No Depression, High Times Magazine, Wood & Steel Magazine, and USA Today, the band was recently named one of Relix Magazine’s coveted “On The Verge – Bands you should know.” The band has won and received numerous nominations for the New England Music Awards including Live Act of the Year (winner) and Song of the Year (nominee). As the band approached the recording of their fifth album WIDE EYED, they moved central operations to a small studio to which they had unhindered access at all hours which spawned a period of unprecedented creative energy.

“For previous releases, we’d always blocked out a few weeks to make records and it always felt very compressed and overly urgent – stressful in some ways. Getting comfortable in a new space and trying to be instantly creative on more of a 9 to 5 schedule. For WIDE EYED, we wanted things to feel more organic, more like a live performance.” says Spooner.

“I like to think of this record and the approach we took as slow-roasted in that we made it over the course of a year or so which gave us time to really capture only the really inspired takes. When recording music starts to feel like a day job, it’s time to change up the recipe. If a song is destined to come alive at 2 am, then you need to flow with that and not limit it. We weren’t staring at the clock the entire time concerned about moving on to the next task or song. We took the time that each song required and I think the result is something that feels natural and comfortable in its own skin.” Spooner adds, “having our own studio space was huge. If an idea came knocking, I could spin over to the studio and capture while it was fresh instead of writing something down on a notepad or humming a melody into my phone and hoping we’d come back to it.”

What ensued was the band’s most fruitful and creative recording experience to date with the core tracks for the album recorded live on the floor. The raw energy created in the space permeates the album. WIDE EYED also represents a band that is more open to, aware of, and comfortable with their collective musical inspiration. “Our influences are all over the map as individuals… rock, blues, folk, jazz, Americana, R&B, reggae, etc..” says Spooner. “I feel like this record allowed us to tap into some of those influences without worrying if it fits our ‘official genre.’ All of my favorite records seem to have that in common – when artists aren’t afraid to dig into what inspired them to pick up an instrument in the first place.”

WIDE EYED represents a fresh direction and unencumbered energy for the band. The album encompasses the sounds of four individuals discovering a new formation, a new approach to recording and ultimately, new musical horizons.

Jason is officially endorsed by Gretsch Guitars, Taylor Guitars and Fishman Acoustic Electronics.

Mark Shelton has become internationally famous for his Elvis tribute concert tours, called The King Returns. He performs all the classic Elvis favorites to the audience’s delight. The Bethlehem performances are eagerly anticipated each year.

MARK SHELTON – THE PERFORMER

Mark Shelton is considered one of the most dynamic performers with an astounding vocal prowess that leaves audiences mesmerized in amazement. But it is his incredible voice, strong and diverse, that leaves audiences in amazement.

Engaging with that “Star” quality, Mark Shelton effortlessly moves from the 1950s to the 1970s Elvis Presley songs mirroring the King of Rock n’ Roll. He nails every Elvis Presley song of any era with such precision that people sometimes think they are listening to a recording and are breathless when they discover it is a live singer. It is truly impressive.

THE KING RETURNS – THE SHOW

Consistently performing sellout shows in his presentation of Elvis during “THE KING RETURNS” concert tours, Mark Shelton has become internationally acclaimed as an Elvis Tribute Artist, Mark Shelton and his highly impressive live band, leave audiences stunned in amazement at the world-class quality of the production.

His shows have received national attention being featured on ABC News, CBS Inside Edition, Good Morning America, and many, many more; as well as receiving global accolades including feature stories in India, Fuji Television Network in Japan, and the Daily Mail in the United Kingdom! This show is not to be missed! Come see why the world is talking about this show!

ELVIS PRESLEY – THE INSPIRATION

Even today, Elvis Presley is considered one of the greatest cultural icons of the 20th Century. He is often called The King of Rock and Roll, or simply The King. He was born in Tupelo, Mississippi in 1935 and moved to Memphis, Tennessee when he was 13 years old. He began his musical career at the age of 19 when he recorded his first single, Heartbreak Hotel” at Sun Records under the guidance of producer Sam Phillips.