The Live Music Guide: March 20th – 26th, 2024

Get set for an invigorating week ahead, jam-packed with amazing live music that you simply can’t afford to overlook!

If you’re in search of some week long entertainment, look no further! Gemma Laurence is returning to Maine to grace the stage at Orange Bike Brewing. And if that’s not your vibe, there’s also a Stevie Wonder tribute show at Portland House of Music & Events, showcasing talented Maine musicians playing timeless hits from his repertoire.

Looking for more live music? Check out Live Music Tonight, our full calendar of live music in Portland.

THE HEADLINER

Hailing from Bozeman, Montana, the Kitchen Dwellers capture the essence of their hometown with a musical range as vast as the state’s breathtaking landscapes. Comprised of Shawn Swain, Torrin Daniels, Joe Funk, and Max Davies, this quartet blends elements of bluegrass, folk, and rock into a tapestry of local narratives, vibrant folklore, wanderlust of the American West, and psychedelic undertones. With over 5 million streams, sold-out performances, and praise from numerous media sources, they’ve firmly established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the music scene.

Saturday, March 23rd at State Theatre

LIVE & LOCAL

Gemma Laurence, originally from Maine and now based in Brooklyn, is set to bring her “gentle, sincere, and poignant” folk melodies back to her home state. With a distinct musical fusion, Gemma Laurence has enraptured listeners nationwide. Her latest album, “Lavender,” released in 2022 under Better Company Records, garnered praise from critics and audiences alike.

Wednesday, March 20th at Orange Bike Brewing

MIDWEEK MUSIC

Stevie Wonder, the remarkable talent, made his mark with his first hit record at the tender age of 13, and since then, he has amassed over 30 top ten hits and clinched 25 Grammy Awards. “Higher Ground,” a tribute to Wonder, showcases the talents of sixteen of Portland’s most accomplished musicians, who deliver renditions of twenty-one of his iconic songs. These musicians hail from distinguished Maine bands and collectives such as BOBA FUNK, DJ vs Rapper, Papa Tim and the Whisky Throttle Band, Wake Up Mama, Ragtime Rebellion, Jason Spooner Band, Bad Combo, Jumpin’ Willy’s, Biddo Honeys, and the XYZ Factor.

Thursday, March 21st at Portland House of Music & Events

STAFF PICK

Originally born in Germany and later moved to the US as a young teenager, Antje Duvekot began developing her observational skills through the lens of being bicultural when she started playing guitar after the move. Inspired by the confessional folk styles of Dar Williams and Ani DiFranco, she found the courage to share her personal observations in her early songs. This commitment to vulnerability has remained a central part of her artistry. Antje has gained extensive experience touring and is known for her captivating live performances. She has been invited to perform at renowned festivals such as the Newport Folk Festival, Mountain Stage, Philadelphia Folk Festival, Kerrville Folk Festival, and others.

Saturday, March 23rd at One Longfellow Square

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.

The Live Music Guide: March 20th – 26th, 2024

THE HEADLINER

LIVE & LOCAL

MIDWEEK MUSIC

STAFF PICK

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