GLOUCESTER — Two men authorities say boarded and tried to rob a sailboat in Gloucester Harbor last summer while flying a skull and crossbones pirate flag from their own vessel have avoided jail time.
FALMOUTH — Authorities say a 22-year-old Falmouth woman arrested while allegedly making a drug deal with her 3-month-old baby in her car was keeping her boyfriend's drug business running while he's in jail.
FOXBOROUGH – Officials responded to a serious accident Tuesday morning in Foxborough. State police say preliminary reports indicate a cement mixer was involved in a crash with a passenger car, resulting in life-threatening injuries.
SOMERVILLE – Nine people were forced to find another place to live after a fire ripped through the multi-family building in Somerville. Flames broke out at the Jaques Street residence just before 6:30 p.m. Monday.
BOSTON - The University of Massachusetts has announced that it is boosting financial aid for students by $25 million this academic year to a record high $158 million.
PUTNEY, Vt. — Police say seven people are facing charges in connection with about 100 burglaries in five states. About 30 of the burglaries happened in New Hampshire. Four suspects have been arrested in Vermont, one is at-large and two others are in custody in New Hampshire on unrelated charges.
"It's a long way to the top if you want to Rock 'n Roll." That line from the AC/DC classic, "It's a Long Way to the Top," rings true for many legendary rock and metal bands who have persevered and overcome years of adversity to accomplish world-wide recognition. Writing good music is just one part of being successful. As difficult as that can be, creating and adhering to a sound marketing and business strategy is an equally important component to a musician's success. Those very different challenges must be accounted for in a musician's vision if they are to have a remote shot of making a living as a songwriter. The clearer the vision, the clearer the path to be taken, although vision and marketing alone don't guarantee a successful journey. A myriad of intangibles must also come into play at exactly the right times. The few uncompromising musicians who pride themselves on the integrity of their craft can surely plan to encounter a path less traveled and sewn with more mountains and valleys than the road clogged with chameleons sacrificing their visions to cash in on the current fads. For two decades, Jon Schaffer and his vehicle, ICED EARTH, have taken the long, high road of non-compromise to reach the rarified air breathed by those few who enjoy lasting commercial success writing and performing music in the Heavy Metal genre. While the journey to the top continues on, it certainly appears that the roughest roads of ICED EARTH'S journey are behind them. The dead end streets are now recognized for what they are and the open highway lies ahead for ICED EARTH. The vehicle's tank remains full of Jon's unique blend of high-octane passion and desire. Lessons learned over the past 20 years ("getting ripped off," and "getting had," not to mention "getting old," and "getting grey") have provided Jon with the ability to navigate through the fog and illusions of the music industry.
SYMPHONY X
Michael Romeo formed Symphony X in New Jersey in 1994. The original lineup of the group also included Thomas Miller (bass guitar), Rod Tyler (vocals), Jason Rullo (drums), and Michael Pinnella (keyboards). They released their self-titled debut late that same year. The next year they put out the follow-up The Damnation Game. 1995 also saw Tyler leave the group, his replacement coming in the personage of Russell Allen. Their next release came out in 1997. It was the critically acclaimed The Divine Wings of Tragedy. In addition to the critical praise, this disc became the group's biggest commercial success yet. Before recording their next album, Jason Rullo left the band. He was replaced by Thomas Walling. With this lineup, the group released Twilight in Olympus. This release garnered both greater critical kudos and greater sales. In a unique turn of events, however, the band faced a new lineup change. Newcomer Walling and bassman Thomas Miller both decided that they were not up to touring for the album. The recently departed Rullo rethought his exodus and came back into the Symphony X fold. Andy DeLuca was brought in on bass for the duration of the tour. After the tour was over, the group found a permanent replacement in Mike LePond. This formation of the group released their fifth album in 2000 with V
When: Mar 9, 2012 7 PM in Worcester, Massachusetts Cost: Tickets $30.00 adv., $35.00 door (Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19 )
Two-time Emmy winner, NY Times bestselling author, Grammy nominee, 2009's GLAAD Vanguard recipient and 2011 Trevor Project Life Award honoree Kathy Griffin is a multi-faceted performer with rapid fire wit. She has been making audiences laugh for years discussing Hollywood gossip and celebrity blunder
When: Mar 23, 2012 7 PM in Boston, Massachusetts Cost: $50-$72 (Fri, 23 Mar 2012 19 )
Jon was born John Roy Anderson in Accrington, Lancashire, England, to Albert and Kathleen Anderson, who were of Irish ancestry. Anderson dropped the "h" from his first name in 1970.
JON ANDERSON is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable voices in progressive rock as the lead vocalist and creative force behind Yes. Anderson was the author and a major creative influence behind the series of epics produced by Yes and his role in creating such complex pieces as "Close to the Edge", "Awaken", and especially "The Gates of Delirium" was central to the band's success. Additionally, Anderson co-authored the group's biggest hits, including "I've Seen All Good People," Roundabout," and "Owner Of A Lonely Heart."
When: Mar 15, 2012 8 PM in Boston, Massachusetts Cost: $30-$40 (Thu, 15 Mar 2012 20 )
Anyone who had a chance to watch Benicia High School's production of “Beauty and the Beast” experienced a very special event. This writer’s task was to observe the high school orchestra at work, but it was hard to ignore the impressive set and performances as well..Get Beauty and the Beast tickets packages at discounted rates.
When: May 29, 2012 7 PM to May 30, 2012 1 AMin Boston, Massachusetts Cost: 85$ (Tue, 29 May 2012 19 )
Stephanie Miller's Sexy Liberal Comedy Tour starring Stephanie Miller and Hal Sparks and John Fugelsang (both featured on Stephanie Miller's syndicated radio program) brings together three of today's brightest "liberal comedians" for an evening of humor from the left in one sexy package.
Not only does the show deliver great comedy, but the tour will also benefit local charities and the content will reflect local issues. In the upcoming Syracuse event, Stephanie will be incorporating MENY, Marriage Equality in New York, to increase awareness for the upcoming state senate vote on same sex marriages, and in the engagement in Minneapolis, MN proceeds will go Green for Minnesota, bringing affordable ways to for everyone to be 'green'.
When: Jun 9, 2012 8 PM in Boston, Massachusetts Cost: $35-$125 (Sat, 09 Jun 2012 20 )
Debuting by being the first external artist to feature on the infamous mau5trap label, Feed Me's array of hard hitting electronica with a grin quickly caught the eyes and ears of listeners worldwide. After a succession of high profile remixes, Feed Me continued to develop his distinct visual style and sound with his first extended play. The acclaimed 8 track 'Feed Me's Big Adventure' immediately took Beatport by storm with 6 tracks hitting the top 10, gathering fans throughout different genres.
Lining up this year with a flurry of festivals and support slots with Deadmau5, the sharp-teethed monster is coming of age, and making big noise in 2011.
When: Apr 5, 2012 8 PM in Boston, Massachusetts Cost: $29.50 advance/ $30.00 day of show (Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20 )
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