Sometimes, goin OUTSIDE the box can work. We found the QUIRKIEST Massachusetts summer shows you can’t miss! I’m not the best, try-new-things, guy.
I’d rather watch a Big Bang Theory repeat, than try a new, unproven Netflix series.
Deep Dive
We did a deep dive search to find some of the quirkiest shows coming this summer, spread through out a variety of wonderful venues. Some of these shows are under the stars, which can be more fun. In my experience, trying new things, can be a little risky, but in many experiences can be a load of fun and memorable, with Instagram worthy moments.
What Exactly Is Quirky?
If you look up the word quirky in Wikipedia:
Now, let me assure you, to me, the word quirky doesn’t mean bad. In fact, to me it means different, and surprisingly fun.
Comic Con
For example, last year I went to a Comic Con. If you have been to one, some may say THAT’s quirky, like the afore mentioned, odd or unusual qualities. We watched a Q & A with actor
Brendan Fraser, who talked about his role in The Whale. It was a hidden gem inside a world of comic books and fans dressed as super heroes. Or were they the real super heroes? It was a quirky idea, that worked. It was wonderful to see Brendan Fraser talk about a comeback that he was so grateful to share with fans.
So you be the judge. Are these the QUIRKIEST Massachusetts summer shows you can’t miss? (A couple of the shows are out of state, but nearby.)
ABBA Tribute
Cape Cod Melody Tent
Sunday, August 6
You’ll be surprised at how many songs you know.
An Evening With Yachtley Crew!
Music Circus
Saturday July 29
It’s the music of all your favorite yacht rock artists, in tribute band form.
For those unfamiliar with the concept, ‘Yacht Rock’ is a fairly recently coined term for the revival of the
soft rock and top shelf hits of the late 70’s to the early 80’s. And while yes, a lot of it is overwrought
story-driven narrative, the music itself is still a guilty pleasure to listen to, watch and sing along!
Although just about everyone appreciates how ridiculous it is to sing along at the top of your lungs to
“Brandy”, “Africa” or “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)”, it is a perfect example of the rediscovery of this
era in music.
Yächtley Crëw, also known as, “The Titans of Soft Rock”, will reel you in with not only their great sound
but also their fun antics as they perform these timeless soft rock hits by Christopher Cross to Hall &
Oates to Toto and more!
By being the first to have fun themselves with their heightened ironic songs, they keep it light enough to
amuse the younger members of the crowd but respectful enough for those who remember singing along
to all these hits on AM radio back in the day to enjoy, too! You will love the look of their thematic
nautical suits and highly entertaining, cheeky, self-aware choreography.Little River Band
Music Circus
Friday July 21
From down under, come on! These guys will fire up some ballads, and you’ll be holding hands for each one!
Air Supply
RHODE ISLAND DATE: November 17, Bally’s Event Center
Ok, it’s not Summer, but noteworthy. Russell Hitchcock, and Graham Russell sound EXACTLY the same now, as their 1980’s hits on the radio. You’ll be stunned. I was.
Three Dog Night
Music Circus
Saturday, July 8
Everyone knows someone that loves Three Dog Night.
Belinda Carlisle
Music Circus
Saturday July 15
Lot’s of Go Go’s hits and some Heaven Is A Place On Earth. You’ll be Mad About her
Vanilla Ice
HAMPTON BEACH NEW HAMPSHIRE
AUGUST 3
One hit, still fun.
