Saturday, June 16, 2018

Oxford announces annual summer concerts at Jackson Cove


Bring your lawn chairs, pack your picnic baskets and come sit back, relax, and enjoy great music in this beautiful setting. 
Light refreshments will be for sale as we try to raise funds to finish our concession stand construction.

Concerts are free to the public and beach permit restrictions will be waived at 5:30 p.m. on concert nights. Jackson Cove Park is at 98 Cove Road.


Cancellation Line: 203-888-2543, Press 3 then 1
Announcements will be made by 3 p.m. the day of the concert.


Mary Beth Sippin & Goldrush (Classic Country, Swing and Bluegrass)
July 10
Goldrush is a cutting-edge acoustic country band that brings a powerful blend of country and bluegrass energy to the stage. What makes the “Goldrush” sound distinct is a unique mix of instruments augmented by soaring vocals. Acoustic Guitar, 5-string banjo, upright bass and mandolin deliver a solid bluegrass foundation that is beautifully colored by the rich tones of Piano and Pedal Steel Guitar. Featuring vocalist Mary Beth Sippin, Goldrush provides exciting entertainment both in sight and sound. The Goldrush repertoire features a mix of original songs, as well as classic country, swing, acoustic and traditional bluegrass songs.
Mary Beth Sippin & Goldrush


The Potentials
July 17
The Potentials is a high energy, versatile, 5 piece cover band playing a variety of music from every genre/decade, including traditional songs.


DoubleHung
July 24
DoubleHung brings to life classic rock from Aerosmith to Zeppelin with their recreation of “as recorded” monster hits. With “Wall of Sound” vocals reminiscent of Phil Spector and Jerry Levine’s production formula of the 60’s, DoubleHung is one of the best sounding bands you’ll hear this summer ... Be sure to bring your lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy music from the late 60’ to today including Tom Petty, The Police, Rod Stewart, The Stones, ZZ Top and much much more ... get ready for DoubleHung
Double Hung


The Larry Stevens Band (Country, Pop, Rock, and all things in between!)
July 31 
The Larry Stevens Band is comprised of upbeat, creative performers who add their musical twist to everything they do. 
Guided by their powerhouse front man Larry Stevens, the band leads audiences on a musical journey through decades of rock and roll from artists ranging from the Beatles and Van Morrison to John Mayer and Jason Mraz, as well as their crowd-pleasing, original music that has been featured on many radio stations across the country. 
Stevens and the band have shared stages with major national acts including Kenny Loggins, Huey Lewis and the News, Gin Blossoms, the Doobie Brothers, Los Lonely Boys, America, Kenny Rogers, Foreigner, and many others.
Larry Stevens Band


Leaf Jumpers
Aug. 7
Playing great songs from bands like Counting Crows, Train, Allman Brothers, REM, U2, Train, Sister Hazel, The Band, Barenaked Ladies, The black Crowes, Bruce Hornsby, The Fray, Mumford and sons, Oasis and More!
LEAF JUMPERS MUSIC


SHADED SOUL (Motown, Funk Soul, Reggae, Swing, Rock, Disco)
Aug. 14
Shaded Soul Band consists of a talented group of musicians that have shared the stage with Gladys Knight, The 4 Tops, Sister Sledge, The Platters, The Stylistics, The Four Seasons, The Chiffons, Three Dog Night, The Marshal Tucker Band, Shirley Murdock, Jerry Butler, Cuba Gooding Sr., Jagged Edge, Slave, Shi, Millie Jackson, H-Town, SOS Band, Mario and Howie Mandel just to name a few.
Their music spans many different decades and their repertoire includes R & B, Motown, Funk Soul, Jazz, Reggae, Swing, Rock, Pop, Disco and Top 40.
Audiences say "Their energy is pure", "Everybody from my Grandparents to my little kids enjoyed their performance", "Amazing & fun to watch", "We give them a triple A+!"
Shaded Soul


BOBBY WHEELER BAND
Aug. 21
6 p.m. Start Time
If you like Bobby Wheeler’s acoustic sets, you’ll love the band he put together for this evening. Join Bobby as he goes electric with local musicians Jon Tiogo, Jason Bimmler and Adam Robinson. Performing all your favorite Top 40 songs from the 60s through today. Bobby plays a diverse set of songs you know and love spanning the genres of Rock, Classic Rock, Pop, Country, Hip Hop, and Dance. Come rock the summer good bye with Bobby and the band!

*Information shared from the Oxford Parks and Recreation website.

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Ansonia baseball Chargers win tri-town majors championship


Congratulations to the baseball Chargers, who beat the Derby Cardinals last night to capture the tri-town majors championship!

*Shared from the City of Ansonia and Ansonia Little League Facebook pages.