Primal Soup, Maine's premiere Phish Tribute act, return to perform at Bayside Bowl for a special PopUp show! SAT. MARCH 14th | all-ages.

Back by popular demand, the original lineup of Primal Soup reconvene for another all-ages throwdown at Bayside Bowl.

Vapors of Morphine, ft. Dana Colley of Morphine, perform at Bayside Bowl w/s/gs Muddy Ruckus | all-ages

AOUT VAPORS OF MORPHINE (VaporsOfMorphine.com)

Vapors of Morphine are a power trio featuring electric baritone sax, drums, and 2 string slide bass (often guitar). Baritone saxophonist Dana Colley is the through-line between Vapors and “low rock” pioneers Morphine, who’s leader Mark Sandman left this earth while performing onstage in Italy in 1999.

VoM perform much of the Morphine repertoire, plus new material and original versions of selective covers. They expand on the ethereal, hypnotic sounds popularized by the group in the nineties, and dig into their influences, from African music to delta Blues.

ABOUT MUDDY RUCKUS (MuddyRuckus.com)
Muddy Ruckus is an American rock duo known for their raw blend of punk blues, Americana grit, and psychedelic rock energy. With Erika Stahl on suitcase-kick drums and Ryan Flaherty running guitar through multiple amps for a full-band sound, the duo creates explosive live performances that feel larger than life. Their music has been praised for its darkly poetic lyrics, swampy grooves, and high-voltage stage presence — earning them festival slots, national tours, and a devoted underground following.

Renowned-Brooklyn based artist & producer, Flamingosis, performs at Bayside Bowl on his 'Bright Moments' 10 Year Anniversary Tour, Friday, FEB. 27th w/s/g Mosart212.

TIX: $20 adv, $25 door | 8pm | all-ages

ABOUT FLAMINGOSIS ( FLAMINGOSIS.COM )

Flamingosis makes the soundtrack to being your best self. Under the spell of Aaron Velasquez, the New Jersey-raised and Brooklyn-based artist and producer, handcrafted electronic beats meet live instrumentation spiked with funk in the center of the dancefloor (right underneath the disco ball). The ensuing overflow of energy might just inspire you to get up and move, fall in love, or even change your life. Extending a creative arc without comparison, he strikes a deep emotional chord on his 2024 full-length album, Better Will Come.

“Everyone wants to get better in some way,” he states. “The album highlights my own personal experience of growing, and you can potentially relate your story to what I went through. I learned a lot of hard lessons, but I made a conscious effort to grow in every way—not just musically, but physically, mentally, and spiritually. I did a lot of inner work, and I channeled these experiences into the music. If you pursue self-improvement, life improves around you too.”

Artistically, he has continued to progress at an impressive pace. Piling up over 100 million streams and counting, he has dropped one fan favorite project after another, including Pleasure Palette [2015], Kahunastyle [2016], Bright Moments [2016], Daymaker [2021] and collaborative album Bliss Station [2023]. Of the latter, ThisSongIsSick raved, “This is the perfect album to rinse outside by the pool, at the park, in your backyard, or wherever you have a space to move around,” and EARMILK christened it “an electronic journey through time and space.” Along the way, he teamed up with everyone from Big Gigantic, GRiZ and Tokimonsta to Matoma for collaborations. Simultaneously, he notably shined at festivals, including Austin City Limits, Electric Forest, Okeechobee, Holy Ship!, Voodoo Music + Arts, and more.

A season of transformation and awakening underlined the genesis of Better Will Come.

“Around the time of the Daymaker tour, behind-the-scenes life hit me in an unexpected way I didn’t think was possible,” he recalls. “In turn, I took a downward spiral as a direct result of my poor choices and failure to balance things in my personal life. It was a hard pill to swallow, but I had to get real. I acknowledged it and consciously made a change. I started eating healthier, going to the gym, and seeing a therapist. Everything helped a lot. I funneled the inner pain and turmoil into the music.”

He did so during sessions in New York and Denver. Beyond shaping lively and lush soundscapes of his own, he orchestrated performances by a bevy of musicians such as Jeff Franca, Hunter Roberts, Bora Lee, Mike Tallman, and Eddie Roberts. Akin to a conductor, he actively produced the players and arranged the tracks.

Now, he introduces this chapter via the uplifting single “Feel Yourself” [with Marc Rebillet]. A seventies-style synth line wraps around the bass, while a head-nodding beat sets the tempo punctuated by glimmering guitar and a loose lead. Rebillet’s buttery smooth vocals engage and empower as he urges, “Nobody feeling you, gotta feel yourself.”

“Marc and I have known each other since 2019,” he says. “I admire him as a musician and as a person. We reconnected in 2022, and it was dope he made time for me. ‘Feel Yourself’is straight-to-the-point. He came up with the hook on the spot, and it’s almost like a mantra. Your inner consciousness is telling you, ‘People around you can love you for who you are. At the end of the day though, nobody can help you and love you for you; you have to do that. You need to do the inner work.”

Elsewhere, “Soulsearcher” uncorks a blast of sonic sunshine enlivened by ecstatic strings, ebullient keys, engaging horns, and an entrancing vocal. “I finally knew how to finish the song after the life experience I’d gone through,” he states. “It’s about searching deep, inquiring within, and telling yourself the healthiest way to go on your path.”

“Nebula Gazer” hinges on a clean funk riff and foot-stomping bass. Built around a core synth line, successive solos swirl across this galaxy in an intergalactic call-and-response.

“There are way more solos on the album,” he smiles. “It made everything more colorful.”

The unabashed soul of “Life and Death of Hard Times” explores an overarching theme with a strutting groove and slick thump of its own. “We all go through rough periods,” he observes. “That’s just human experience. We suffer, but it doesn’t last forever. ‘Life and Death of Hard Times’ describes the beginning and end cycle of a hard time. You come out stronger on the other side.”

Then, there’s the closer “Better Will Come.” He samples Gil Scott-Heron whose words, “If you take your time, you might change your mind,” prove as prescient and appropriate as ever layered atop a buoyant soundscape.

“Gil’s words are looped through the song, and it ties the whole album together,” he notes. “If you really do take your time, you can change your mind and everything, in general. It’s a full circle moment.”

In order to bring the music to life on stage, Flamingosis will hit the road with a band for the very first time. At the end of 2023, he performed a pair of gigs in Denver at Cervantes joined by Bodega Groove Collective. The drums, horns, guitar, and bass added a full-bodied bombast to the set unlike anything he’d delivered prior.

“The shows in Denver were pretty much the climax of my music career thus far,” he goes on. “I’d never played with a live band, so it was a major change. I’ve learned you need to face new challenges head-on. It’s what we did, and it went great. It’s going to be really cool to do the same thing on the road.”

In the end, Flamingosis delivers a message meant to be shared aloud on the album.

“It’s a reminder that no matter what you’re going through, you can be better for yourself,” he leaves off. “Hard times don’t last. All of those little things add up to change you for the better. Am I where I want to be? Probably not yet, but I’m a lot better than I was when I started the whole process.”

Hall Of Fans & Wook Nook present Melvin Seals & JGB w/ Tom Constantine of the Grateful Dead & The Blues Brothers Tribute at Bayside Bowl for Greg Martens' Birthday Party! A Benefit Go Big For Hunger who provide food assistance to hungry children in Maine.

$60 adv, $65 door | all-ages | 8pm

ABOUT MELVIN SEALS & JGB: ( melvinsealsandjgb.com )

MELVIN SEALS & JGBMelvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Melvin is most reveredfor his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards inthe Jerry Garcia Band.Melvin spun his B-3 magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years and in doing so helpedpioneer and define what has now become "Jam Band Music". From blues to funk to rock to jazz,Melvin Seals serves up a tasty mix with a little R&B and gospel thrown in to spice things up.Melvin and JGB bring an intuitive, expressive style, soul, spontaneity and remarkable chops tothe table. John Kadlecik on lead guitar and vocal duties, John-Paul McLean's savory bass,Jeremy Hoenig on the drumsand, of course, a heapin' helpin' of the wizard's magic onHammond B-3 Organ and keyboards. Their chemistry is the focus from which they create aspontaneous and high art where the sky is the limit musically. They offer an exciting, oftenpsychedelic musical journey that changes nightly and keeps the audience dancing and smiling(and some staring in amazement) for hours.Adding his rock-gospel-soul-rhythm and blues touch with his funky style of playing, no wonderJerry nicknamed him "Master of the Universe". Melvin continues to treat music lovers to hisunique brand of melodic flavor with JGB. Come see and hear for yourself!MELVIN SEALS & JGB:Melvin Seals-Hammond B3 Organ, Keyboards & VocalsJohn Kadlecik-Electric Guitar & Lead VocalsJohn-Paul McLean–Bass & VocalsJeremy Hoenig-Drums

Two of Maine's jam stalwarts, Hambone & The Trichomes combine forces for a monster double bill - live at Bayside Bowl Friday JAN. 23rd. (ZERO GRAVITY PRESENTS…)

The Maine Rock Against Racism presents Rock Salt Resistance, a benefit show for The Maine Immigrant Rights Coalition ft. Dave Gutter (Rustic Overtones), The Midnight Riders, Random Ideas, The Button Men, Will Bradford (SeepeopleS, theWorst) & Sparxsea, Roots, Rhythm, & Dub and more!.

TIX $20 adv, $25 door | 7pm | all-ages | 100 % of proceeds to Maine Immigrant Rights Coalition & Food For All Services.

Bayside Bowl & Necessary Music Productions are excited to announce the Rock Salt Resistance! concert hosted by Maine Rock Against Racism on Friday February 20th! This event will serve as a positive example of community in action against Federal overreach & aggression against our communities & will directly benefit the Maine Immigrant Rights Coalition & Food For All Services which has been coordinating food deliveries to our neighbors who have been home bound during the most recent surge of Federal immigration raids in Maine.

We are extremely proud to have Maine's own Grammy winning singer-songwriter Dave Gutter (Rustic Overtones & Paranoid Social Club) playing a special solo set! Also playing will be The Midnight Riders (alt. country rock), Roots, Rhythm & Dub (reggae songs for justice), The Button Men (political 80s synth by Wally), Will Bradford (SeepeopleS, theWorst) & Sparxsea & finally Random Ideas (Feminist pride punk rockers). All the artists are donating their time, songs & voices to this community event to help build a stronger Maine as we persevere thru the dark days upon us all. There will be organizations tabling for outreach & educational purposes with donation jars. And we will have Maine Rock Against Racism t-shirts, hats, hoodies & posters donated by Arm Factory Printing. So bring some extra cash if you are inspired to grab some of the merchandise or support any of these great groups working to protect Mainers.

Reggae sensation Mighty Mystic returns to Portland, ME & Bayside Bowl on February 7th to perform his annual Bob Marley Birthday Celebration w/s/gs Roots, Rhythm, & Dub

TIX $20 adv, $25 door | 8pm doors | all-ages

ABOUT MIGHTY MYSTIC ( mightymystic.com )

Mighty Mystic Has become one of the most sought after reggae artists on today's scene. He has been on a National & International worldwide tour with no easing up in sight. This electrifying artist has racked up well over 200 shows from 2023 till now and is a staple at many major reggae festivals such "Rototom Sunsplash" in Spain, "Truckee Reggae Fest" in CA, U.S., "One Earth Reggae Fest" in Bethlehem, PA, U.S., "Moonsplash Reggae Fest" Anguilla, BWI, "Reggae at the Rock" in FL, U.S., "Cleveland Reggae Fest" in Cleveland, OH, U.S., and an epic performance at "Dry Diggings Fest" in CA, U.S. & many more.

Maine Reggae VIbes & Zero Gravity Presents a Jamaica Hurricane Relief Concert ft. Ginjah, Nesbeth, Ky-Enie-King, Green Lion Crew & Catcha Vibe w/ Fitzie Niceness, Saturday, January 17th at Bayside Bowl. 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Jamaica Hurricane Fund. The show is all-ages, $25 adv, $30 at the door, with the opportunity to give more to the cause at the event.

LIMITED TIME - USE PROMO CODE(S) 'ZEROG' OR 'MAINEREGGAEVIBES' FOR 15% OFF ADV TIX

Let’s Fill These Containers With Hope

Families in Jamaica have been devastated by the recent hurricane, losing homes, power, and access to essential supplies. Join us for a benefit concert supporting direct hurricane relief efforts. We are collecting emergency supplies and raising funds to ship relief containers directly to affected communities. 100% of proceeds benefit the Hurricane Relief Fund.

Hosted by: Zero Gravity Presents/Brookton Foundation
Venue: Bayside Bowl
58 Alder Street, Portland, ME
Dates: January 17, 2025

Together, we can bring hope, help, and healing where it’s needed most.

Primal Soup, Maine's premiere Phish Tribute act, return to perform at Bayside Bowl with very special guest, Ricky James of Pink Talking Fish & Neighbor, Fri. JAN. 16th | all-ages.

TIX $15 adv, $25 door | 8pm
*limited time use code 'ZEROG' for 10% off advance ticket purchases.

Not Fade Away Band plays “Dead-Zeppelin” at Bayside Bowl — a hard-edged mashup of the Grateful Dead, Led Zeppelin, and other rock legends! Get ready for a high-energy night where psychedelic jams meet classic rock thunder. NFAB reimagines the Dead’s spirit through the power of Zeppelin, and other Legends of Rock!

The Grateful Dead meets rock’s heaviest hitters — psychedelic, soulful, and totally unpredictable.

$15 adv, $20 door | 8pm doors | USE PROMO CODE 'ZEROG' FOR 10% OFF ADVANCE TICKETS. EACH ADVANCE TICKETS PURCHASE ENTERS YOU INTO A RAFFLE TO WIN TICKETS TO SEE MELVIN SEALS & JGB AT BAYSIDE BOWL ON 2/26/26. THIS SHOW IS ALL-AGES!

Not Fade Away Band Bio: ( thenotfadeawayband.com )

Not Fade Away Band (NFAB) isn’t your typical tribute act — they’re a full-throttle celebration of rock’s most legendary eras, blending the spirit of the Grateful Dead with the raw power of icons like Led Zeppelin, The Who, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Black Sabbath, and beyond.

Known for their hard-edged style, psychedelic improvisations, and soulful, commanding vocals, NFAB weaves together unexpected mashups that turn each performance into a high-energy, immersive experience.

Fueled by the improvisational freedom of the Dead and the electrifying punch of rock’s greatest pioneers, Not Fade Away Band delivers a sound that’s both familiar and refreshingly unpredictable. Whether it’s reimagining a Dead tune with a hard rock edge, fusing Who classics with swirling psychedelia, or colliding Zeppelin anthems with soaring jams, NFAB takes audiences on a ride where no two shows are ever the same — but the energy, passion, and musical adventure never fade away.

Their premier mashup events, such as Dead-Zeppelin, have become fan favorites across the region.

Portland's beloved soul-jazz, alternative R & B songstress and singer, Angelikah Fahray, has cemented her place as one of Maine's fastest rising stars. In her short time on the scene she has peformed at some of the area's largest venues and is quickly gaining an army of fans with her unique brand of sultry, yet tempered and sophisticated songwriting. She has been featured on the cover of the Portland Press Herald and on Newscenter Maine (WCSH), to name a short few, locally, and has been featured in international publications such as Earmilk, We All Want Someone, Wild is Calling and many more. She also recently released collaborations with Spose and SeepeopleS. Vocally, Fahray is a tour de-force, weaving effortlessly between dynamic extremes, often soaring, and just as much soft, and intimately engaging. She is currently working on her debut full-length album.

ABOUT KALEN: ( kalenmusic.com )

Singer-songwriter Kalen leapt headfirst into early aughts Brooklyn - a vibrant music scene blooming in derelict DIY venues and undisclosed loft parties off the L train. With her ‘feet on the ground and her head in the sky,’ this New England native hauled her keyboard and amp up and down Bedford Ave, forging a sound rooted in soul, funk and electronic music. During residencies at Alligator Lounge and Spike Hill, Kalen became a neighborhood mainstay, performing high-kicks and jumping off amps in kinetic kinship with the audience.

Her music has unfolded through her punk funk ‘Ladybug Stingray,’ dance rock of ‘Kalen & the A-Listers’ (Roc-elle Records), sharpening into the fiery trip-hop ‘Kalen & The Sky Thieves’ (Rope-a-dope Records). More recently she’s exploring electronic music through the sinewy beats of her ‘Death By Piano’ (Hi-4-Head Records) project and performing with ambient rock band Late Sea, all while continuing her solo project KALEN. 

Regardless of musical genre,KALEN grabs your collar and pulls you into a compassionate embrace -- her voice at once playful and penetrating, jazzy and soulful. Her confessional lyrics, heralded by American Songwriter, reveal the joys and heartbreaks of artisthood in the midst of Brooklyn’s culture-shifting drumfire.

She’s performed at Brooklyn Bowl, Rough Trade, & Joe’s Pub, DC9 (Washington D.C.) and Hotel Café & The Mint (LA). During the pandemic, KALEN brought us into her world streaming her moody tunes in late night solo sessions. Performing live again KALEN tailors each performance (and the accompanying visuals) to the specific site and space, from analog slide projectors coupled with poetry and acoustic bands in Brownstoner salons to projection mapping and thumping tracks with a full electric band on stages around NYC.

KALEN’s latest indie-pop EP Silence Like Sirens – created in collaboration with Izzy Gliksberg (Late Sea), Will Bradford (SeepeopleS), and Eric Zeiler (Little Daylight, Me Not You, Young Saab) – is brimming with singable songs. The EP will drop on March 8th with a release show at The Sultan Room. Her upcoming Pandora EP under moniker Death by Piano – produced by Tom Marsh (Lana Del Rey) with visuals by Robert Lester – will drop later in the year. On both EPs, KALEN hones her soulful songs into intimate ‘cut to the bone’ vibrations, healing the post-pandemic heart-stricken with tender connection.

Bella's Bartok perform at Bayside Bowl on Friday, NOV.14th | all-ages

TIX $15 adv, $20 door | 8pm doors | 9pm show

ABOUT BELLA'S BARTOK: ( BELLASBARTOK.COM )

Live your fantasy and embrace the stranger side of life with Bella’s Bartok. A Glam Rock band known for raucous theatrical performances and an outspoken political message of finding hope in a world beset by cruel uncertainty. With utter joy, they seamlessly blend a rich cacophony of sound and soul into their music with influences ranging from Queen to System of a Down. Let your freak flag fly high, fiercely and free, throw your societal inhibitions to the wayside and seek comfort in the warm sonic embrace of Bella’s Bartok. We are the night and you are bound to boogie. Floors may be broken but hearts will be mended.

ABOUT STRANGE MACHINES: ( LINKTR.EE/STRANGEMACHINES )

Strange Machines isa Boston-based band known for its unique blend of jam, funk, and electronic music. They've garnered attention for their high-energy live performances, intricate compositions, and ability to seamlessly blend various genres. The band consists of Mike MacDonald (guitar, vocals), Christian Perron (keyboards), Craig Holland (bass), and Isaac Civitello (drums). They've been active in the East Coast music scene for over a decade and have shared the stage with prominent acts like The Disco Biscuits, Twiddle, and Pigeons Playing Ping Pong.

The Samples return to Portland, ME, Saturday, November 8th to perform at Bayside Bowl with special guest Nate Winter. (all-ages).

TIX $30 adv, $35 door | TIX AT BAYSIDEBOWL.COM

ABOUT THE SAMPLES ( THESAMPLES.COM )
Formed by Sean Kelly in 1987 in Boulder, CO, The Samples became one of the most enduring acts to spring from the fertile independent music scene of the early 90's. The band was a stalwart on Blues Traveler's H.O.R.D.E. Festival, and later held its own on MCA Records with over a million copies of their 19 albums sold. Fans who came to love the heady mix of childlike glee and melancholy with which Kelly flavored his upbeat songs remain steadfast to this day. Over the years, The Samples have played with the heavyweights, like Phish, Sting and the Allman Brothers, and were instrumental in launching the careers of the Dave Matthews Band, Lisa Loeb and Hootie and the Blowfish - all three opened for The Samples in their early days of national touring. The band's songs still show up to this day, with CNN using Kelly's tune "Carry On" during their 2016 election coverage. And any Gen-Xer worth their salt can sing you the chorus to "Did Ya Ever Look So Nice," their hit song from the 1992 record No Room.

Sean Kelly & The Samples released their most recent studio record America in 2015, which Denver Westword hailed as the "comeback album of the year." Winning critical acclaim across the music industry, the release brought the genius of Kelly's songwriting and The Samples' unique and joyful sound back into stark relief as a new generation heard their music for the first time. The band toured nationally behind the release, and after a successful show at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater, Kelly and The Samples headed back into the studio to work on what will become their as-yet-unnamed 20th album. You'll still find The Samples out on tour, and Kelly often pops up doing solo acoustic shows home and abroad. It's a testament to the enduring songwriting of Sean Kelly that The Samples have had so much staying power over a 30 year span that has seen lots of changes both inside and beyond the music industry. Stay tuned for what promises to be one of the most ambitious recording efforts of Sean Kelly & The Samples storied career. For more news on the forthcoming new Samples album, tour schedule, and all things Sean Kelly & The Samples please visit: www.thesamples.com

Reggae sensation Mighty Mystic returns to Portland, ME & Bayside Bowl on Halloween Night w/s/g Easy Star Records artist, Double Tiger | all-ages

TIX $20 adv, $25 door | 8pm doors | 9pm show

ABOUT MIGHTY MYSTIC ( mightymystic.com )

Mighty Mystic Has become one of the most sought after reggae artists on today's scene. He has been on a National & International worldwide tour with no easing up in sight. This electrifying artist has racked up well over 200 shows from 2023 till now and is a staple at many major reggae festivals such "Rototom Sunsplash" in Spain, "Truckee Reggae Fest" in CA, U.S., "One Earth Reggae Fest" in Bethlehem, PA, U.S., "Moonsplash Reggae Fest" Anguilla, BWI, "Reggae at the Rock" in FL, U.S., "Cleveland Reggae Fest" in Cleveland, OH, U.S., and an epic performance at "Dry Diggings Fest" in CA, U.S. & many more.

ABOUT DOUBLE TIGER ( easystar.com/artists/double-tiger )

Brooklyn-based artist/producer Double Tiger (aka Jay Spaker) is no stranger to critical acclaim. Known for his contributions with trendsetting reggae powerhouse John Brown’s Body, as well as his role as half of Tour De Force, and co-founder of Dub Stuy Records, Spaker is also recognized for his past collaborations with legendary artists such as Luciano, Johnny Osbourne, Sly & Robbie, Rankin Joe, Brother Culture, Omar Perry, Al Campbell. Lutan Fyah, Eek A Mouse, and Scientist.

Bearly Dead return to Bayside Bowl for an all-ages live performance at Bayside Bowl on October 17th.

ABOUT BEARLY DEAD (BEARLYDEADMUSIC.COM)

Not just another Grateful Dead cover band. A cosmic exploration of the Grateful Dead catalog! Bearly Dead, Boston-based quintet, performs a concert-style show that celebrates the journey of the Grateful Dead from their earliest records until their final tours. The band delivers a full-spectrum concert experience filled with danceable energy and world-class musicianship. Each and every Grateful Dead member is honored through a collection of classics, b-sides, deep cuts, and exploratory jams. Holding true to the spirit of the music, Bearly Dead frequently adds to their 250+ song catalog and continues to showcase authentic, spontaneous improvisation – live and in-person – making each show a wildly unique Grateful Dead experience you do not want to miss.

Bearly Dead played their first show at Church of Boston, in 2015, marking the beginning of its hallowed Wednesday Night Residency. Over the next 5 years the phrase “Never Miss A Wednesday Show” became ubiquitous around Boston and Bearly Dead was nominated multiple times for Boston Music Awards Live Music Residency of the Year. Fans really never knew what might happen, the band never knew what might happen! Bearly Dead shows have featured notable appearances by Mike Campbell (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers), Paul Wolstencroft (Slightly Stoopid), Steve Molitz (Particle/Phil Lesh & Friends), Kebbi Williams (Tedeschi Trucks Band), Rob Compa (Dopapod), Hayley Jane (Hayley Jane & The Primates), Richard James (Neighbor), and Johnny Trama (Dub Apocalypse) — and even a surprise appearance by Jerry Garcia’s “Wolf” guitar in 2018 on Jerry Garcia’s birthday! 

In 2020, Bearly Dead began performing at other prestigious Massachusetts venues, including headline shows at Paradise Rock Club, Sinclair, Worcester Palladium, MGM Music Hall Fenway, and House of Blues Boston. After becoming a staple in the Northeast US festival community with multiple appearances at Camp Creek, Jerry Jam, Strangecreek, Wormtown, and many more, it was only a matter of time before Bearly Dead shows were being requested in all corners of the country. In October 2022, the band saddled up a new van and began touring nationally, performing their interpretation of the catalog across the United States and growing the Bearly Dead Family all along the way.

Bearly Dead is Tyler Brooks (Drums, Vocals), Michael Butler (Vocals, Percussion), Sarah Elaz (Bass), Nick Swift (Guitar, Vocals), and Kris Yunker (Keys/Organ/Synth, Vocals).

The Broken Men - Maine's O.G. Dead Band - are back for a rare reunion show!

And Red Tide - Portland's O.G. Ultimate Frisbee team - are heading back to USAU National Championships for the first time in 26 years!

Please join us at Bayside Bowl for a reunion of our amazing extended Frisbee Family, to celebrate the all our former and present Club Teams, Clambakes, and so many Summer Leagues - plus all of the shenanigans and Broken Men shows along the way!

Red Tide last made Nationals in 1999, and it is a major accomplishment for this young group of players - who need our help to fund the excursion to San Diego to compete with the best players from the biggest cities in the country! 

Tickets only $15! No advance purchase, all sales at the door

Music is from 5:00 - 8:00

This Post-game Party begins at 5:00, but we also have an afternoon event from 2:00 - 5:00, and here's what to expect in the afternoon:

- Meet and Greet with the 2025 Team! (Bring your autograph books!)
- Speeches from Red Tide players from over the years!
- Live performance by Matt Newburg, local recording musician with ties to Red Tide!
- Schwag for sale!
- Donation opportunities!
- Video of past Red Tide game footage

Donations are already being accepted. Attendance for this event are free, all are welcome. Donations are highly encouraged. Follow the link below to support Red Tide in their journey west!

https://www.zeffy.com/.../donate-to-support-red-tide-at...

ROLL TIDE!

Supernaut (Ozzy Era Black Sabbath Tribute ft. mbrs of Hambone) perform live at Bayside Bowl on Friday, August 29th. (all-ages)

The All-Star Maine based tribute to Ozzy Osbourne era Black Sabbath, make their Bayside Bowl debut on Friday August 29th. This event is all-ages. The night will feature a deep dive into the early years of the pioneers of metal - in tribute to the recently deceased Prince of Darkness.

Primal Soup, Maine's premiere Phish Tribute act, returns to Bayside Bowl on OCT. 10th for an evening with | all-ages |

DOORS 8PM , SHOW 9PM

TIX $10 adv, $15 door

ABOUT PRIMAL SOUP

Made up of four seasoned and professional musicians, all Maine natives and active members of the Maine music scene, Primal Soup seeks to deliver some of Phish’s more ambitious compositions while capturing the energy of their deep improvisational adventures.

Constantly adding to their catalog of Phish songs, Primal Soup aims to create an authentic experience, delivering a different and thoughtful show from date to date while debuting new Phish songs regularly.

A Band Of Brothers, the all-star Allman Brothers Tribute act ft. members of Dickey Betts & Great Southern, Dub Apocalypse, Reckoners and more, return to Bayside Bowl on OCT.4, 2025.

TIX $20 adv, $25 door | all-ages | 8pm doors | 9pm show

ABOUT A BAND OF BROTHERS : ABANDOFBROTHERSABB.COM

"A Band Of Brothers" isn't just an Allman Brothers tribute band; they're a powerhouse, uniting the top-tier talent of the East Coast. The brainchild of ace Boston guitarists Ryan Taylor and Johnny Trama, this collective, more than a mere homage, harness the Allman Brothers tradition as a vehicle to bring a unique and exciting experience every night.Matt Zeiner began his professional music career touring with Matt "Guitar" Murphy, who exposed him to a fusion of blues and jazz. His career took a significant turn in 2000 when Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers Band recruited him as a keyboardist and vocalist, leading to a fruitful collaboration and tour. Zeiner's own songwriting flourished during this time, contributing notably to the band's repertoire. After four years touring, he returned home, focused on original material, and formed his own band. They achieved recognition with their 2007 release, "Live on a Summer Night," and continued to evolve through collaborations with artists like Melvin Sparks and Jeff Pevar. Zeiner's band has since been working on an ambitious new album, showcasing his ability to craft infectious melodies with tight, dynamic arrangements across a range of soul, R&B, and rock genres. Johnny Trama on guitar conjures up riffs and rhythms that speak volumes. His journey through the realms of rock, soul, and blues, playing with icons like Bettye LaVette and Jesse Dee, has armed him with a mystical musical prowess. Jesse Williams on bass has played with everyone from Duke Robillard, Louis Walker to North Mississippi Allstars. Tom Arey behind the drums has played with artists like Peter Wolf’s Midnight Travelers. Brendan Tommaney on percussion has played with groups like Pink Talking Fish, Tommaney and brings a jazz-infused sensibility that adds depth and dimension to the band's sound.

Bayside Bowl & Zero Gravity Presents... Jamaican Reggae Royalty, Black Uhuru w/s/gs Aqua Cherry, live at Bayside Bowl | all-ages | 8pm doors | 9pm show

ABOUT BLACK UHURU ( BLACKUHURUOFFICIAL.COM ): 

For over 50 years Black Uhuru has remained one of the most popular recognized prolific reggae band from Jamaica. The living legends have earned several achievements in the music industry including winning the first ever Grammy Award for reggae music. They’re long success along with having the highest reggae record sales after Bob Marley & the most songs sampled by other artist over the years has allowed them to become Ambassadors of reggae.

The roots of Black Uhuru formed in Kingston’s “Waterhouse” District in the late 60’s. It is the home of founder & leader Derrick “Duckie” Simpson along with all the rest of the singers from the group. The original Uhuru’s Swahili for “freedom” were Duckie, Don Carlos & Garth Dennis. The first song was a Curtis Mayfield cover of “Folk Song”. They made only a couple more songs before Don left to pursue a solo career & Garth joined Wailing Souls. The two were replaced by Michael Rose & Errol Nelson both from Waterhouse. They recorded the debut album “Love Crises” in 1977 for Prince Jammy later re-released as “Black Sounds of Freedom”. Errol later left the group to join the Jays & was replaced by female singer Puma Jones.

This new line-up is when the band began to collaborate with Sly & Robbie & developed the “classic Uhuru” sound of the 80’s. A unique style full of heavy drum & bass, sharp keys, loud guitar riffs & long instrumentals filled with whirly background effects & the signature “wow oh-oh oh’s” echo. It was during this period they signed with Island Records. They began touring internationally & started receiving worldwide attention. They recorded some of their most popular albums like “Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner” “Sensimelia” & “Chill Out”. The album “Red” was voted #23 for Rolling Stone Magazine list of 100 greatest albums of the 80’s. And history was made when they won reggae’s first grammy award in 1984 for the album “Anthem”. Shortly after the grammy Michael left the group to go solo.

Another Waterhouse resident named Junior Reid became the new lead singer. Two albums were released “Brutal” nominated for grammy & “Positive” with Ras Records. These albums included popular hits like “Dreadlocks on the Mountain” “Fit You Haffi Fit” & one of the groups first music videos “Great Train Robbery”. Sadly due to ill health Puma passed away in 1990. Around this time Jr. Reid was having visa issues unable to tour.

During the mid 90’s the original members reunited. Four albums were released “Now”, “Iron”, Storm”, “Mystical Truth” & “Strongg” all nominated for grammy. They made an award-winning music video for “Tip of the Iceberg” that featured rap star Ice-T & another video for “One Love” featuring Louie Rankin. They performed live on television for VH1 a cover version of Jimmy Hendrix “Hey Joe”. In 1994 they won the Diamonds Awards for Excellence. Unfortunately, the group began to dispute over band legal rights & went to court in the late 90’s. Duckie won the rights to the name.

As the new millennium approached Duckie found Andrew Bee’s once again from Waterhouse. Bee’s first tour with the band was in 1996 in Brazil. They released two albums “Unification” in 1998 & “Dynasty” in 2001. In 2002 they reunited with Sly & Robbie for an international world tour & released a live album/dvd “Dubbin it Live”. The group resurfaced in 2010 & has been touring extensively throughout Europe, South America & the United States. In 2012 they performed in a Broadway musical in Los Angeles called “Loving the Silent Tears”. In 2013 Duckie was awarded a lifetime achievement award from the IRWMA. In 2017 they released a new single & music video “Jah Guide” a Peter Tosh tribute that featured Bugle.

In 2018 Black Uhuru released “As The World Turns” the newest album after 15 years. It was nominated for “Best Reggae Album” at the 61st Grammy Awards. For the first time it featured Duckie on lead for the entire album. To support the album the band headed on a major US Tour & Hawaii. During the East Coast leg of the tour they appeared live on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series where they performed a new single “I See You” taken from the “Tropical House Cruises to Jamaica Reloaded” album produced by Sean Edwards of Contractor Music. Two music videos "Chalice" & "War Crime" were filmed by Benji Cooper for the album both featured on Reggaeville.

Right before the pandemic Black Uhuru went on a small West Coast Tour with Dylan's Dharma & Etana where they performed at the One Love Festival in Long Beach. During the "lock-down" the band was idle all of 2020. Duckie did one live stream performance for Kumar's Kulture Walk St. Bess live video stream series during reggae month.

In 2021 Black Uhuru released a new single "Jamaica to Here" mixed by Shaquille "Skunga" Kong, "Med Dread" & Mark "Jah Servant" Giles. Early this year in 2022 Black Uhuru just released a new full length album titled "New Day" & music video for "Brand New Day" that features the members of Dylan's Dharma band. Partnering with Law Records the album was produced by King Hopeton at his Double Lion Studio in Helltown California & mixed by Jermaine "Ajang" Forde with Dylan's Dharma band as the Executive Producers.Three music videos were made for the album "Top Ranking", "Gal Next Door" & the title track "New Day" all filmed by King Hopeton.

After the Pandemic Black Uhuru got back on the road in 2022. Starting with a small West Coast US Tour with Dlyan's Dharma in the Spring. Then in the Summer they headlined the Puerto Rico Reggae Festival at the Tito Puente Amphitheater. And finished a major US Tour in the Fall.

In 2023 Duckie released a new track titled "Teaching of his Majesty" that features Jah Mason from Boxy Records. Black Uhuru went on one small US West Coast Tour & headlined the Truckee Reggae Fest.

Legendary New Orleans based brass ensemble, The Soul Rebels, perform live at Bayside Bowl w/s/gs Hambone on Wednesday, OCT. 1st | all-ages | 8pm doors | 9pm show

ABOUT THE SOUL REBELS ( THESOULREBELS.COM )

Brass sensation The Soul Rebels started with an idea - to expand upon the pop music they loved on the radio and the New Orleans brass tradition they grew up on. They took that tradition and blended funk and soul with elements of hip hop, jazz and rock all within the style of a modernized and contemporary brass band.

The Soul Rebels built a career around an eclectic live show that harnesses the power of horns and drums in a party-like atmosphere. The eight-member collective frequently appear on major record label releases with star artists including Sony Music artist GEazy’s single ‘When You’re Gone” featuring Lil Wayne, Def Jam artist Dave East and Nas’ “Godfather 4”, Big Freedia and Icona Pop’s “Pipe That” and Warner Music Group artist Phony Ppl’s new album. The Soul Rebels have scored original music for Walt Disney’s 2023 movie Haunted Mansion and appeared on the official soundtrack for Universal Pictures' hit comedy Girls Trip.

The Soul Rebels have impressed viewers with two appearances on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, featured on NPR's Tiny Desk series with Wu Tang Clan front man GZA, and headlined the global TED Conference.

The Soul Rebels are riding high in 2024 after receiving national attention following the release of their new album, Poetry In Motion. The Soul Rebels continue to expand their international reach touring four continents including Europe, Australia, China, South Korea and Japan. Their explosive stage presence has led to live collaborations with the likes of Katy Perry, Nas, G-Eazy, DMX, Robin Thicke, Macy Gray, Portugal. The Man, Robert Glasper, Pretty Lights, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Matisyahu and most notably their new supergroup with the legendary Wu Tang Clan.

The Soul Rebels continue to chart new territory and are respected for their ability to combine topnotch musicianship with songs that celebrate peace, love and soul.

Bayside Bowl & Zero Gravity Presents....

Norwood Fisher's All-Star Band, The Familyhood Nextperience ft. H.R. from Bad Brains & members of Fishbone, John Brown's Body +, perforrming live at Bayside Bowl on SAT. SEPT. 20th.

TIX: $35 adv, $45 door | 8pm doors | 9pm show | all-ages

FOR A LIMITED TIME USE PROMO CODE 'ZEROG' FOR 15% OFF ADV TIX

ABOUT THE FAMILYHOOD NEXPERIENCE ( thefamilyhoodnextperience.com )

The Familyhood Nextperience - Another Norwood Fisher ConcoctionThe Familyhood -The perception that band and its fans are a familial symbiosis, a mutual support system. I came up with this when pondering the fans of Fishbone around mid 80’s.Nextperience -The organic creation of your future in the ever present now, untethered by the chains of the past. Musically expressed (Nextpressed) as honest improvisation. The pursuit of saying something brand spankin’ new. Over a decade later, I wanted to fulfill an urge to do all improvised Dub/Reggae with the members of Fishbone, under a different name. Thus, The Familyhood Nextperience the moniker I chose.With Norwood Fisher as the creator and organizational force behind The Familyhood Nextperience, the drive to Nextplore the unfamiliar will always be present. An ever evolving cast of masterful musicians, some known, some unknown to most, are invited to mine the unified field of intelligence, connecting telepathically to produce whatever the moment calls forth sonically. In short, making sum’n outta NUTTIN’.

International ska-legends, Bim Skala Bim, return to Bayside Bowl with special guests Zeme Libre, FRI. SEPT. 19th | all-ages

TIX $20 adv, $25 door | 8pm doors

ABOUT BIM SKALA BIM ( BIMSKA.COM )

Bim Skala Bim formed in Boston, MA as a Ska Rock band that was influenced by the bands in England’s 2 Tone movement, as well as the music of the Clash, UB40 and Bob Marley. Bim’s infectious Boston Blue Beat sound led them to be one of the premier bands kick-starting the Third Wave of Ska in the 1980s. Other bands quickly followed their example resulting in a lively scene in Boston and much of the United States.

ABOUT ZEME LIBRE ( ZEMELIBRE.COM )

ZEME LIBRE is a vibrant New England-based band that has been captivating audiences for over a decade with their high-energy fusion of Afrobeat, reggae, ska, and funk, renowned for dynamic live performances and a powerful, immersive sound. Comprised of seasoned musicians who have shared stages with legendary acts like Michael Franti, Toots and the Maytals, and The Wailers, they generate a powerful, immersive sound that energizes audiences at venues and festivals alike. With five albums and numerous singles under their belt, ZEME LIBRE's energetic blend of Afro-fusion, reggae, ska, and funk continues to captivate listeners and dancers alike, making them a must-see act for fans of energetic, genre-bending live music.

Joe Pickett (The Onion) and Nick Prueher (Late Show With David Letterman) have over 14,000 VHS tapes in their cluttered office in Brooklyn and will take viewers on a guided tour of their latest/greatest finds in this brand new Volume 11 show for 2025. Highlights include a psychotic dollar store salesman, a video catalog of frightening porcelain dolls, two wonderfully homemade Bigfoot videos and a new age “miracle” treatment from the 80s called “Psychic Surgery.” (90 mins - contains nudity, language, clowns)

“I think I speak for fans everywhere when I express gratitude for their continued hunt for hilariously bad videos. I hope the search never ends.”-Steven Hyden, Uproxx

TIX $25 ADV, $30 DOOR | ALL-AGES | 8PM DOORS | 9PM SHOW
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ABOUT WE MAY BE RIGHT ( wemayberight.com )

Powerhouse ensemble We May Be Right delivers an electrifying performance wowing audiences of all ages as they authentically re-create the music of one the greatest Rock and Roll Keyboard Players, “Piano Man” Billy Joel.

A New York City Skyline sets the backdrop with the band delivering hit after hit along with some of Billy’s best deep cuts. Night after night We May Be Right brings the audience to their feet and gets them singing along to all of the classics!

FREE | ALL-AGES | LIMITED CAPACITY | FIRST COME FIRST SERVE | 5pm doors, 6pm show

Micromassé return to the Bayside Bowl Roof for a free, all-ages show as part of the Maine Music Weekend Festival hosted by Creative Portland

INFO AT: CREATIVEPORTLAND.COM

We’re doing something different! And it’s FUN! Creative Portland is especially excited about embracing Portland’s famous local music scene and we want to invite you all (tourists, visitors & locals) to celebrate with us!

The inaugural Maine Music Weekend Festival will take place the weekend after Labor Day and will debut in Portland Maine on September 5-7, 2025.

We will be promoting and celebrating all the exciting choices happening in Portland’s music clubs, concert arenas, alternative venues and more. It’s kind of like restaurant week, but we’re promoting our treasured clubs and music venues.

C-DOT 416 performs at Bayside Bowl on the Rooftop on Thursday SEPT. 4th with special guests Strac. This is an all-ages event | $25 adv, $30 door | 6pm doors | 7pm show

C-Dot is a versatile artist who blends Hip-Hop, Rap, Pop, and EDM to critical acclaim. With fans in over 100 countries and millions of Spotify streams, his music resonates worldwide.Born in Maine and raised in Toronto, C-Dot's upbringing shapes his artistry. Known for hiscatchy hooks and insightful lyrics, his music paints a vivid picture of his life experiences.His hit single "Funk" has amassed over 10 million plays across streaming platforms andYouTube, signaling further success ahead. C-Dot electrifies audiences across New England, commanding sold-out performances and sharing the stage with industry titans like NLE Choppa , Lil Tjay , Trippie Redd , A Boogie Wit da Hoodie , and numerous others.Despite personal challenges, including the loss of his mother, C-Dot remains dedicated to hiscraft, driven by her enduring influence.

TIZ $20 adv, $20 door | all-ages | 5pm doors | 7pm show
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Primo Cubano return to the Rooftop at Bayside Bowl for an evening of latin music and dance on Friday, August 15th. | all-ages | *ticketed show*

ABOUT PRMIO CUBANO (PRIMOCUBANO.COM)

Primo Cubano plays traditional Cuban dance music dating back to the turn of the 20th Century. Son is the most popular style to come out of Cuba and is the primary contributor to the blend of Latin styles today known as Salsa. It was first a music of the country people and eventually migrated to Havana, where it was urbanized and began to draw a wider audience.

Guitarist Paul D’Alessio, a simple-living country man himself, came into contact with this music on a trip to Cuba in 2004 with the Brunswick-Trinidad Sister City Association, a cooperative between Brunswick, ME and the city of Trinidad, Cuba. He began learning to play Son music on a guitar-like instrument native to Cuba called the tres and subsequently formed Primo Cubano, “Cuban Cousin”.

Trumpeter Marc Chillemi has also spent time in Cuba and has played in various other Latin groups. He also plays percussion and sings on the choruses, or coros, to which the lead singer, or sonero responds with an improvised lyric.

Lenny Hatch has loved the congas since he first heard Mongo Santamaría play Watermelon, and he has been playing them in addition to the bongó and other percussion instruments for over 20 years now.

Eric Winter has been singing all his life and began studying Spanish at the age of 12. He has become particularly interested in Cuban music in the last few years. Eric also plays maracas and is the newest addition to Primo Cubano.

Keeping it all together is Duane Edwards on the bass fiddle. He is a graduate of the University of Maine at Augusta and plays in various groups in the area. As a jazz student, he took very quickly to the tumbaobass pattern that makes this music so danceable.

The Finestkind, the Portland based all-star ensemble make their Rooftop debut at Bayside Bowl on August 8. The show is all-ages.

TIX $20adv, $25 door | For a limited time use Promo Code 'ZEROG' for 15% of adv tix

ABOUT THE FINESTKIND ( finestkindmusic.com )
The Finestkind’s soulful sounds resonate out of Maine’s rocky coast, from gritty Low-Tide Funk to inspirational Evergreen Roots. Known for their review shows where the band, composed of some of Portland’s most seasoned musicians, backs any number of the state's premier artists, showcasing our incredible home grown talent. For the artists, It’s like driving a Ferrari. For the audience, it’s an invitation to experience the breadth of talent coming out of Maine. And though they may not know the individual artists, they will always know that when The Finestkind comes to town, they’ll be in for a night of unforgettable music and collective joy.