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By Bryan Mullins

www.mullinsmania.com

Week after week, springtime is loaded with fantastic opportunities to catch live music. Some may think that Memorial Day weekend may offer slim pickings. That is incorrect. There is plenty to do and see this year for sure.

TONIGHT: Poetry night returns to Schroeder’s Courtyard

Poetry Night resumes in the Schroeder’s Courtyard, which is a great way to kick back for some dinner and enjoy local poetry. Tonight will feature local writers Clayton Jones, Jon Hershey, Jesse Bishop, Jessica Lindberg and more. Bring your own poetry as time may allow for guest readings.

Russell McClanahan & the mOOn Crew will perform their homage to old time string band music for the dinner crowd at Harvest Moon. This has become a welcome fixture in the weekly music lineup.

FRIDAY: Collard Green Berets at Moon Roof; Matt Chambers at 333

The Ashley Hill Project will perform tonight at Kilroy’s in VFW Post 4911 on the Cedartown Highway. Ashley has been writing and performing music for the last five years at least and has really developed a great sound and voice. This will be a treat.

Scott Warren & The Collard Green Berets bring their soulful Southern rock ‘n’ blues show to the Moon Roof, a great place to see one of Rome’s favorites.

Another one of Rome’s favorites will perform at 333 on Broad on Friday. Matt Chambers will take the stage for a night of great acoustic music that folks really get into every time.

The Schroeder’s Courtyard offers up a great evening of original music from the Precious Lemons, which is a powerhouse of local talent including Greg & Natalie Ruddell, Clay Broome, and Chuck Harris. These guys put on a great show. Opening will be a band called My Ninja, who I have not yet heard but I know that the band members individually are very talented. Sounds like a lot of fun.

SATURDAY: The Dock adds live music; Shotgun Scooter at 333

333 on Broad will host Shotgun Scooter, a fantastic band from Nashville that is a lot of fun. They have been enjoying promoting their latest album, Heathen’s Prayer, and will be bringing it to Rome. Their upbeat country drenched originals rock. Muletide Perkins will open the show with some picking and hollering.

Scott Warren & The Collard Green Berets will bring the show to Kilroy’s Saturday night. I believe this is the first time they will be there, and it is a perfect place to play for them. The band and the crowd are both going to love this one. Once again, Kilroy’s is at VFW Post 4911 on Cedartown Highway.

Clay Broome brings the John Lee Hookers to the Moon Roof Bar, which will provide an excellent opportunity to catch some seriously booming old school blues and rockabilly classics from deep within the vault.

Unseen Stimuli and The Pox will bring their raw punk rock to the deck on The Dock. Wow, that’s quite a mouthful. Both bands are loaded with raw energy and I’m super glad to see that The Dock is establishing itself as yet one more great place to catch live music downtown.

James Gregory is one hilarious dude. If you want to kick back and enjoy some nonstop laughter in the comfy atmosphere of the Historic DeSoto Theatre, then this is where you need to be.

-More Mullins: Check his Web site, MullinsMania, for expanded entertainment coverage. Plus join Mullins and Matt D on The Ridge 95.7 FM each weekday from 7 to 9 a.m.

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 The low down on downtown entertainment

By Bryan Mullins

www.mullinsmania.com

What a great weekend we had last week. The Rome River Jam was a huge success and the Glenn Phillips Band dazzled once again in the Schroeder’s Courtyard with his outstanding musicianship. Let’s take a look at what’s going on this week. Here are a few highlights:

Thursday: Francisco Vidal at 333; Muletide Perkins at 400 Block

-Francisco Vidal: For over twenty years, Francisco has been a pillar in the Atlanta area songwriting community. He has shared the stage with many great acts and has played a major part in the Rome music scene over the last five years. 333 on Broad.

-Muletide Perkins: This guy just likes having a good time while banging on his guitar and performing original country blues based tunes. 400 Block Bar.

Friday: Scott Thompson on the Moon Roof; G-Men at Schroeder’s

-Scott Thompson: One of Rome’s favorite performers, Thompson brings an extensive catalog of tunes that folks love to enjoy. He also brings great talent and a great attitude to every room every time. Moon Roof Bar.

-The G-Men: The G-Men are an offshoot of the Rome Area Songwriters Association, featuring four fine local songwriters. David Elliot, Rick McKee, Jule Medders and David Bell takes turns picking on each others tunes and it makes for a great opportunity to catch a collaboration of Rome songwriting. Schroeder’s Courtyard.

Saturday: Renee Mixon at Schroeder’s; Blu Train at 333.

-Rome Art & History Walk: This is always a great chance to get out on a beautiful day, get some exercise and check out some of Rome’s most talented artists and craftspersons. Broad Street will be lined with these as well as local musicians.
-GCWF Wrestling: This is a great time. These guys are great AND Saturday at Kilroy’s in the VFW Post 4911, there will be a cage match. Check it out for something different, exciting and super fun.
-Renee Mixon: Renee recently performed at the Roman Roast on the River at Ridge Ferry Park. She is a local favorite with her original songs of which she has recorded three albums now. Schroeder’s Courtyard.
-Blu Train: Blu Train is a group of excellent local musicians that blaze through Southern rock & blues classics with ease. Definitely a great rock ‘n’ roll show. 333 on Broad.

-More Mullins: Check his Web site, MullinsMania, for expanded entertainment coverage. Plus join Mullins and Matt D on The Ridge 95.7 FM each weekday from 7 to 9 a.m.

By Bryan Mullins

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Tonight: Todd Weaver at 333; mOOn landing for McClanahan, crew

Todd Weaver brings acoustic alt-rock music from Columbus, Ga. to 333 on Broad.

Russell McClanahan & the mOOn Crew will entertain the Harvest Moon dining room with that old time string band music that has graced Rome’s streets for the last 100 years.

Friday: Precious Lemons at Moon Roof; Play It Again, Sam finale

The Precious Lemons will return to the Moon Roof bar for some excellent Americana and alt-rock originals and timeless covers.

Matt Chambers brings acoustic Southern rock and country tunes to 333 on Broad via Summerville.

The Rome Little Theatre kicks off the second weekend of their production of Woody Allen’s Play It Again, Sam at the historic DeSoto Theater. (8 p.m. Friday, Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday).

Saturday: River Jam with Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Sammy Kershaw

Saturday is so packed full of music you just have absolutely no excuse for boredom if you are a music fan.

Glenn Phillips Band returns to the Schroeder’s Courtyard with an amazing band featuring Bill Rea, Jeff Calder and John Boissierre. Phillips is one of the most respected guitarists among fans and critics, including Rolling Stone magazine.

Thunderbolt Patterson is one of my favorite local acts hands down. David Bell and Tim Bowen are excellent with their raunchy interpretations of deep cut classics and original tunes. They’ll be over at Old Havana.

Kilroy’s Bar at VFW post 4911 offers a lineup of modern alt-rock bands including Silence the Day, Scarlet City, and Tir Asleen. This is a laid back place to see some rock ‘n’ roll.

Rome River Jam returns and up to 10,000 people are expected to attend. The lineup features veteran country and bluegrass pickers, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Many remember them for their ’87 hit “Fishin in the Dark,” which is fine but their Will the Circle be Unbroken double album from 1972 is a country/bluegrass masterpiece. Sammy Kershaw is another country music staple while Luke Bryan and KneckDown are up-and-coming artists that have been making waves in the sea of contemporary country. This one takes place at Ridge Ferry Park.

After River Jam, many folks (not 10,000, though) will no doubt stroll over to 333 on Broad for the after-party featuring local Scott Warren & the Collard Green Berets, which is Southern rock & country blues at it’s finest.

-More Mullins: Check his Web site, MullinsMania, for expanded entertainment coverage. Plus join Mullins and Matt D on The Ridge 95.7 FM each weekday from 7 to 9 a.m.

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Downtown entertainment report for May 6-8

By Bryan Mullins

www.mullinsmania.com

Tonight: Moon Crew, Muletide on the menu

Russell McClanahan & the mOOn Crew will report to duty at the Harvest Moon dining room in order to pick string band music and please the dinner crowd.

Muletide Perkins is up to his usual hyjinks at the 400 Block Bar, which include acoustic country blues originals and some salty covers tossed around like a salad.

Friday: Broad & Third at First Friday; Mixon, Soylent Red at the Roast

Friday offers and amazing lineup of music. Don’t be caught staying at home tonight.

Broad & Third will kick off this year’s First Friday Concert Series at Bridgepoint Plaza. These folks are all local musicians that got together sometime last year and have been rocking classic rock and dance hits ever since. The band includes Ed Hunt, Hal Ruland, Hal Richards, Tom Beck, Michael Beck, Becky McCord and Lisa Smith. It makes for a good time.

The Roman Roast on the River has finally arrived and the excitement is in the air! Romans and people from all over the Southeast will be showing off their BBQ skills. Friday offers great music from Georgia Mountain Music, local songwriter Renee Mixon, and Atlanta area blues rock act Soylent Red. Mixon is one of Rome’s faves and Soylent Red has rocked the house every time they’ve visited Rome. There is a lot to do Friday including the dessert and “everything but” competition. The Roast is put on by the Rome-Floyd Parks & Recreation Authority at Ridge Ferry Park in order to benefit the Rome Sports Hall of Fame Youth Scholarship Fund. So, all the fun you’ll be having will be going to the growth of our community’s youth.

Devidasa had a busy April bringing great vibes and grooves to our community all over the place. Tonight, they’ll be returning to the Schroeder’s Courtyard where they always have a great time.

Backswing returns to the Moon Roof Bar for an evening of talented musicianship and well loved tunes. These guys are pros and put on a great show every time with the greatest of ease.

The Rome Little Theatre kicks off their production of Woody Allen’s Play it Again, Sam. This one has lots of laughs, so much that cast have been wearing out their funny bones rehearsing. Play It Again, Sam runs this weekend and next. Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Saturday: Barbecue and bands at Ridge Ferry; Foul Play at Kilroy’s

Roman Roast on the River continues at Ridge Ferry Park and there will be a lot of good eating going on as contenders showcase their BBQ skills. BBQ is a great American pastime perfected by many in many different styles. I want to try them all. The music lineup for the day is absolutely magnificent. Devidasa will kick the day off to get everyone up and moving, followed a fine Rome jazz act, the Pollard Greens Jazz Quartet. Then Southern Thread, featuring local guitar shredder Stephen Smith, will perform their take on Southern rock. The John Lee Hookers will be up next which is Clay Broome’s homage to old style Southern blues, and local favorite David Bell will follow with his excellent tunes. Then it’s time to showcase the winners of The Ridge 95.7FM’s Battle of the Bands, which took place in front of a splendid crowd at 333 on Broad two weeks ago. First we’ll hear from the judges’ pick, Young Guns. Then we’ll hear from the runner-up, PerFeKt Peace, and the winner Jerry on the Moon. Both of those band played fantastic sets at the Battle and are excited to play for you guys at the Roast. This is the place to be on Saturday.

After the Roman Roast you can head out to Kilroy’s at the VFW post on Cedartown Highway. They’ll have local rock ‘n’ rollers Foul Play lined up for a great night of upbeat tunes from the hair metal days of the roaring 80’s.

Get ready for a treat at the Schroeder’s Courtyard as Red Ruckus will hit the stage. This band consists of a fiery foursome of string band pickers that enjoy playing old time Southern dance music. Bass, banjo, fiddle, guitar.

-More Mullins: Check his Web site, MullinsMania, for expanded entertainment coverage. Plus join Mullins and Matt D on The Ridge 95.7 FM each weekday from 7 to 9 a.m.