Artist Spotlight at The Cut

This episode we talk with vocalist DD Bastos, guitarist Chris Vachon and saxophonist Rich Lataille of Roomful of Blues. The band has been around for 55+ years, Rich and Chris have been with them for 30+ years, but DD is the newest member. They talk about how they got into the music business, what formed the band's sound, how they embrace the wide range of blues, who has inspired them and their incredible variety of material. Music on this episode: I Get Evil Zydeco Boogaloo Last Train From

This episode of Artist Spotlight at The Cut we’re talking with George and Charles Clements, twins and co-founders of The Clements Brothers. These Cape Ann  natives first appeared together in 2012 and have been touring and recording their own brand of grass-roots music ever since—and tonight, they’re appearing here at The Cut. Music from the Clements Brothers this episode: Out of the Blue Morning Train Dandelion Breeze

Boston-based blues warriors GA-20 resurrect the raw energy of the Chicago blues. Inspired by Otis Rush, J.B. Lenoir, Howlin’ Wolf, Junior Wells, Hound Dog Taylor, Earl Hooker, Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson and so many others, guitarist Matt Stubbs, guitar/vocalist Cody Nilsen and drummer Josh Kiggans bring a mix of classic blues along with fresh originals to the stage at The Cut in Gloucester. Music: Chicken Picking, Stranger Blues

Artist Spotlight at The Cut--Entrain The eclectic Martha's Vineyard-based six piece Entrain has been thrilling critics and fans alike since its inception. Formed and led by drummer Tom Major in 1993 while on hiatus from touring with rock legend Bo Diddley, Entrain has been blessed with a list of top tier musicians over the years. Tom takes the stage with lead singer/guitar wiz Brian Alex. Often joining them is bassist M'Talewa, saxophonist/percussionist Hilary Noble, saxophonist/accordion Klem

June 14--This episode we’re talking with Johnny Trama and Tim Gearan, guitarists/songwriters for Reckoners. The Boston-based band delivers its own brand of R&B, Soul, Funk and good old rock and they performed here at The Cut tonight.

Coming soon! The Cut in Gloucester has a podcast, and the first episode is coming right up. Go to TheCutLive.com to see our schedule and what we're about.