Music by Matt Putnam, Massachusetts singer/songwriter
Classic hits, contemporary, Irish
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Open Mike Night
Open Mike takes place Wednesdays from 8:00 - 11:30 (sign up at 7:45) at Paddy Barry's in Quincy. Come on down and enjoy the famous Paddy's "vibe". People here love live music.
Email me with any questions, or call Paddy's at 617-770-3620.
April 2009
April 22
Return engagements: Chuck Whelan • Brian Mahoney • Tom Budreau
Bob Winslow
I first met Mr. Winslow a few years back at another open mic in West Bridgewater. This gentleman plays keyboard and guitar, and it's tough to say which he does better. Last time he came to Paddy's he did some impeccable fingerpicking. Tonight, he showed his incredible prowess at improvising lead guitar, sitting in for most of the night. This guy just breathes music—and he's one of the nicest, most unassuming people you could meet.
Al Almeida
Every once in a while, Al drops by, and if we're lucky, he'll decide to get up and give us a song or two. I don't know if he's imparting a subliminal message when he sings "Friends in Low Places," but he was joined by friends Chuck Whelan and Brian Manhoney at one point. The "low places" angle I'm still working on.
Rich Morgan
Rich is a great guy who's been coming by quite a bit to sing with just about everyone who's willing to accompany him. My ambition now is to convince him to bring his guitar. I know he can play...
Bob Ruddy
This was a rare treat. Bob jumped up on the spur of the moment and launched into an impromptu medley of songs including "Danke Schoen", "Last Train to Clarksville", "Let's Twist Again Like We Did Last Summer", and AC-DC's "Highway to Hell," all accompanied by Chuck Whelan on baritone sax. It just doesn't get any better.
April 15
Ah yes, tax day. Keep working hard and paying those taxes—so many people are counting on you.
Return engagements: Chuck Whelan • Tom Budreau
Jessi Fanuele
Jessi is an excellent singer and guitarist, not to mention songwriter. Check out some of her music here. She also does a wide variety of covers when she comes around to Paddy's. My personal favorite is the Allman Bros.' "Whipping Post."
Scott Bowser
Scott is the dean of Paddy's musicians, usually appearing on Thursdays. Tonight he decided to work out on bass for a while (while other people did the singing for a change), and enjoyed himself so much stayed an hour past his bedtime. Talk about living on the edge!
Tom Budreau
Tom has been coming by every week for quite a while now, and he sings like a bird—well, maybe a six-foot tall bird that stands on two legs and plays guitar, but you get my drift. He has a great selection of tunes, and his enthusiasm is contagious.
April 8
Tom Budreau
You may have read about Tom in the previous paragraph. If not, here's a brief recap: Tom's exactly what an open mic needs—he sounds great, he has a ball playing, and he comes back with new songs each week.
Kevin Godbout
Kevin is the only person I've met an open mic who sings Geoge Jones' "He Stopped Loving Her Today". That alone should guarantee him admission in the Open Mic Hall of Fame. Speaking of George Jones: I know a guy from Tennessee who once met George in person at a WalMart, where the legendary golden voice was pitching his George Jones Dog Food. George would sign autographs for purchasers—smack dab on the happy customers' brand new bags of dog food. Remember that the next time you begin to think your job is beneath you.
Mark Coughlin and Mike Ryan
These guys are great. When they play as a trio (with Mark's sister Barbara on bass and vocals), they call themselves "Toasted". Tonight, they were 'Half a Slice of Toast". They play driving contemporary music. I understand they play while driving as well, but safety experts don't recommend the practice.
Scot Batson and Michael Batson
Scot (known for his work in Sound Asylum) has been showing off his son Michael's talents for quite a while now, but this was a real first: together they played an entire set of songs (in sequence) from Pink Floyd's The Wall. They nailed it all, and Michael (age 16) is someone to watch in the future.
Jay Marston
Jay comes from the North Shore, and is on a comedy mission from God. His observations on the vicissitudes of married life were more—shall we say, frank—than you might have seen in The Brady Bunch.
April 1
Kevin Murphy
Kevin's been coming to the Open Mic for a while now, and he always comes up with some interesting original tunes as well as covers by the likes of Jack Johnson. A great performer!
Paul Dechambeau & Evi
Paul and Evi–hailing from sunny Whitman, Massachusetts–dropped in at Paddy's for the first time tonight. Among the wide range of songs they performed tonight was Creedece Clearwater Revival's "Lodi." They have a great sound.
Tom Budreau
It's always a pleasure to hear Tom's music and see his smiling face. My own personal favorite tonight was John Mellencamp's "Cherry Bomb."
Jim Keady & Duke Blues
The ever-elegant Mr. Keady was joined on his last couple of songs by Duke Blues on percussion, who also lent his talents to other aggregations during the course of the night. Not only is Jim the king of classy chords and smooth vocals, he can rock out with the best.
John Adams
The guitar-playing President came by again to deliver more of his rootsy, country-and-folk-tinged music. Tonight's highlight: "Will the Circle Be Unbroken". You could just picture the Carter Family (no, not Jimmy Carter).
Deno Rayan
Secretary of State to John Adams, Deno turned in some powerful, bluesy vocals. This was Duke's first visit.
Chuck Whelan
The Hibernian Johnny Cash was his usual good-natured self, effortlessly serving up a powerhouse set of tunes, joined at times by John Adams, Deno Rayan, Duke Blues, and yours truly.
Brian Mahoney
Brian dropped in to close the evening, digging into his over-expanding repertoire: everything from Jimmy Buffett to David Gray to the Pogues and back again.
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