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Every once in a while, it’s a necessary endeavor to change things up a bit. It’s a prime catalyst for progression whether it’s a career path, a long-term relationship or even an …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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12/4/24
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In the craft beer world, the stout sets itself apart in an assortment of ways. Its dark brown color, which sometimes leans toward being completely black, has a way of catching the eye versus the …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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12/4/24
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A lot of people know “A Bronx Tale” as a coming-of-age crime drama starring Chazz Palminteri and Robert De Niro that was originally released in 1993, but not as many know its roots as a …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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11/20/24
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For the past couple of months, the Park Theatre on 848 Park Ave. in Cranston has experienced a genuine reinvigoration. The calendar has been chock full of events ranging from theatrical performances …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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11/13/24
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There are a few bands who were vital to the creation of a specific musical style, but it’s incredibly rare to be a band who had a role in the development of two or more. For the British rock …
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by Robert Duguay
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11/6/24
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Back in May, there was a really cool stand-up comedy event at the Proclamation Ale Company where people laughed while supporting a great cause. A bunch of money was raised and it all went to support …
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by Robert Duguay
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11/6/24
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While this year’s Oktoberfest has already come and gone, there are still gatherings ringing in the festivities all over the globe. An example of this is Proctoberfest, which is an annual event …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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10/23/24
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
With the rise of streaming services and casual listeners gravitating to the convenience they provide, the way bands and musicians release music these days has very little …
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10/16/24
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When it comes to the culture of Hawaii, the ukulele is as much a part of it as a lei, the hula and the cuisine that features delicacies such as poi, kalua pig, spam musubi, poke and loco moco. A …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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10/2/24
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Rhode Islanders have a knack for doing a few things well. We have the art of frozen lemonade down and we have numerous companies selling the refreshing beverage with Del’s being the most …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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9/25/24
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When it comes to puppeteering and animation, Jim Henson is an absolute icon. Everyone knows him as the creator of “The Muppets” featuring the likes of Kermit the Frog, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear, …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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9/18/24
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It’s no secret that Providence has had a vibrant rock music scene for a very long time. Just go out to any venue in the city, or in the surrounding areas, on a weekend night out, and …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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9/11/24
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Life is not meant to be stagnant where every day is the same routine over and over again. Growth is a central part to this plane of existence we’re all on, whether it’s professional, …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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9/4/24
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Rhode Island as a whole has a stellar array of musicians within its local Americana, folk and singer-songwriter scene. Go to an open mic night in Providence, a coffee shop in South County or one of …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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8/21/24
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When a family member, friend or loved one passes on, there are numerous ways to honor their existence. There’s the old-fashioned route of a wake and a funeral, but there’s also a mural, a …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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8/14/24
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Numerous local musicians perform excellent takes on genres ranging from alternative, punk, hip hop and reggae to folk, jazz, blues and everything in between. What you don’t hear a lot around …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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8/7/24
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For the next two weekends, the seaside city of Newport is going to be a live music hub with the Newport Folk & Jazz Festivals taking place at Fort Adams. There’s an abundance of talented …
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By ROBERT DUGUAY
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7/24/24
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Warwick native Andy Stone has a way of creating music that’s very balanced. While being rooted in vintage rock & roll, there’s elements of pop and new wave blended in with the …
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By ROB DUGUAY
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7/17/24
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When it comes to talking about the history of rock & roll in Rhode Island, you have to mention John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band. They originally started out in 1973 while harnessing …
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By Rob Duguay
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7/10/24
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When a person passes on from this plane of existence, their impact is often very considerable. It can be sensed within their family, their group of friends and their community as a whole. This is a …
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7/3/24
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