Portland’s Live Music Scene is on Fire This Week! 🔥🎤🎸
Portland’s music scene is buzzing with excitement! This week, enjoy an array of live performances. On Saturday, August 3rd, head to Portland Lobster Company to see Nashville musician Eliza Thorn rock the stage with the picturesque Casco Bay as her backdrop. Then, on Monday, August 5th, catch Indie Rock musician Jeff Beam performing at Rising Tide in East Bayside.
Looking for more live music? Check out Live Music Tonight, our full calendar of live music in Portland.
THE HEADLINER
Joe Russo’s Almost Dead is a rock band known for their exciting and improvisational takes on Grateful Dead songs. Formed in 2013 by drummer Joe Russo, the group includes bassist Dave Dreiwitz, keyboardist Marco Benevento, and guitarists Scott Metzger and Tom Hamilton. JRAD is famous for their energetic live performances, breathing new life into classic Grateful Dead tracks. They’ve played at major venues like Brooklyn Bowl and Red Rocks Amphitheatre, earning a strong following and praise for their unique shows.
Friday, August 2nd at Thompson’s Point
LIVE & LOCAL
Jeff Beam has been a key figure in Portland, Maine’s indie-rock, folk, and jazz scenes for years. His self-titled album captures the essence of the diverse souls he’s met along his journey. Playing nearly every instrument himself, Jeff recently delivered a powerful 9-track album that blends personal stories with a call for healing and change through community involvement and art. This album offers a unique mix of sounds and messages that resonate deeply in today’s America.
Monday, August 5th at Rising Tide
MIDWEEK MUSIC
When The Record Company takes the stage, Chris Vos, Alex Stiff, and Marc Cazorla create a dynamic musical conversation that feels like a supportive exchange among siblings. Their unique personalities shine through bluesy guitar leads, tight drum grooves, strong bass lines, and vivid lyrics. The band’s fluid interaction is so natural it seems almost telepathic. This close-knit trio, though not related, shares a bond akin to brotherhood, which is evident in their music.
Wednesday, July 31st at Aura
STAFF PICK
Eliza Thorn, with her warm and unrestrained voice, has spent the last decade developing her unique sound. Her years of traveling and busking have added a gritty edge to her music and refined her skill for honest storytelling. Thorn’s music blends various influences, from the honky-tonk of the American west to New Orleans ragtime and blues. Inspired by legends like Patsy Cline, Howlin’ Wolf, Hank Williams, and The Ronettes, she creates a rich and diverse country-western style that defies easy categorization.
Saturday, August 3rd at Portland Lobster Company
This is just a sample of what’s happening this week. Check out the Live Music Tonight page for a full calendar of live events happening in Portland, Maine.