Ben Mere Concert Series

Music in the harbor

2026 SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS – 6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM

July 1st KID PINKY & his RESTLESS KNIGHTS

A retro-style four-piece blues band from the Concord, NH area that is both authentic and unique, but not loud. A throwback to a more simple blues with its dedicated stylization and engaging personalities, Kid Pinky is always intimate and fun, a blues that’ll knock you out!

July 8th BETTER DAYS BAND

Better Days Band (BDB) is the continuation of a band from 1970s with three of the founding members; Steve Hirsch on guitar; Mike Colburn on guitar and vocals; Bobby Gagnier on drums and vocals; and Skip Truman on  bass and vocals. Drawing on years of collective musical experience and widely varying styles and tastes, BDB plays a mix of pop, B sides; R&B and Fusion.

July 15th BRUCE MARSHALL GROUP (At the stage on the water!)

Bruce Marshall’s music career spans five decades and the singer, songwriter, guitarist. With an affinity early on for blues, rock and 60’s pop, he went National with guitarist Toy Caldwell of the Marshall Tucker Band in ‘89, touring the US with Charlie Daniels, Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Outlaws. The Bruce Marshall Group has been performing since 1991, his duo with James Montgomery has been together since 1992 and his Marshall Tucker tribute band The Shadow Riders has been out since 2018. His songs have been recorded by Gary Lewis and the Playboys, Kenny Neal, Micah Willis, James Montgomery, Michael Allman and others.

July 22nd THE FLAMES

A four piece “Rock & Roll” band playing music of the 50s, 60s & 70s with three vocalists including John Lovejoy on keyboards, Cam Cross on guitar, Eric von Ammon on drums and Terry Langford on tenor sax.

July 29th BACK BAY TRANSIT (At the stage on the water!)

Back Bay Transit is a fresh and unique musical group currently working the New England region. Comprised of seven top-notch musicians, they perform original renditions of music classics from the genres of funk, rock, pop, and jazz. Their sound features 3-part harmonies with exceptional horn arrangements and covers artists that include Aretha Franklin; Steely Dan; Grover Washington Jr.; Billy Preston; and Bill Withers, to name a few. Musicians include Bill Wightman on keyboards and vocals; John Dassoni on bass and vocals; lead vocals by Ajlan Beer; Jody Bregler on drums and vocals; Greg Mostovoy on saxes; and Jeff Hoyt on trumpet and flugelhorn; and Doug Phelps on guitar.

Aug. 5th THE HONEY BEES BAND

What’s that buzz? It’s the sweet sounds of The Honey Bees Band! Equal parts 30’s era Jazz, Western swing, Folk-Rock and Americana, the Bees mix it all up with flair, fun and a hint of mischief. Mary Fagan pollinates the rhythm with acoustic guitar or piano. Guitarist Chris O’Neill colors the nectar with sassy chording on a hollow-body jazz box and nimble runs on the Fender Telecaster. Holding it down low on the “big” bass, Jock Irvine keeps it cool and swinging while enhancing the mix with casual back up vocals. Journeyman drummer Jared Steer pops and locks the grooves while Greg Mostovoy’s improvisations on Saxophone and Flute make it all sound like the honey tastes ~ smooth, sweet and satisfying.

Aug. 12th CONNIPTION FITS (At the stage on the water!)

A road tested, well-oiled and hard working New England based band that stakes their reputation on entertaining every crowd, getting people up on their feet, and connecting with the audience. Renowned for their unique versions of popular 80's alternative songs as well as their 90's and current pop cover song selections, they seamlessly move from 80’s favs like “Come On Eileen”, “Don’t You Forget About Me”, “Let’s Go Crazy”, “Living On A Prayer” and “Don’t Stop Believing” to 90’s alternative bands like Green Day, Lit, Nine Inch Nails, Rob Zombie and Goo Goo Dolls. Voted "Best Rock Trio" by New Hampshire Magazine, they’ve opened for Kings Of Leon, Train, Weezer, Panic at the Disco, as well as 80’s greats like Cinderella, Warrant, Boston and Blue Oyster Cult to name a few.

Aug. 19th SNOWDIN BAND (End-of-Summer Time: 6 to 8pm)

Classic Rock Meets Country Soul Blending the grit of classic rock with the heart of country, this band delivers a sound that’s both timeless and fresh. Fronted by Chris Harrington Jr. on rhythm guitar and lead vocals, the group brings raw energy and storytelling to every stage. Driving the melodies with searing lead guitar is Ben Falkoff, while Vince Brisson holds down the groove on bass and backup vocals. On drums and vocals, Chris Harrington Sr. adds power and harmony, creating a rhythm section that’s as tight as it is dynamic. Together, they craft a live experience full of soaring guitar riffs, heartfelt lyrics, and rhythms that make audiences move. Whether it’s a small-town bar or a festival stage, their music connects generations—celebrating the roots of rock while honoring the soul of country.

Aug. 26th DR. HARP BLUES REVUE BAND (End-of-Summer Time: 6 to 8pm)

A four-piece blues band specializing in the driving boogie blues 
popularized by Johnny Winter, George Thorogood and the J. Geils 
Band; a sound that owes equal debts to Chuck Berry and John Lee 
Hooker. Dennis Martin took up the harmonica at age 10; over a 30-
year professional career, he’s performed all over the world, 
including the former Soviet Union, and opened for everyone from 
B.B. King to Steppenwolf.