Narrows Center in Fall River announces January schedule

Here’s the January schedule of upcoming events at the Narrows Center. Doors open at 7pm and shows start at 8pm, unless otherwise noted.

Fri, Jan 4. Albert Lee Band. Albert Lee is one of the most respected and renowned guitarists in music history, having worked with The Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris, and The Cricketts over his long and illustrious career. The British-born country-rock artist started his career during the emerging rock ‘n’ roll scene of sixties London, when he swapped bands with the likes of Jimmy Page and Chris Farlowe. $30 Advance. $35 Day of Show.

Sat, Jan 5. The Funky White Honkies. For over 30 years, The Funky White Honkies have been the area’s top party band. They invade the Narrows Center for a huge dance party. $27 Advance. $30 Day of Show

Fri, Jan 11. Cheryl Wheeler. Cheryl Wheeler has to be seen to be appreciated. Nothing you read and nothing you hear from her albums prepares you for how good a performer she is. Cheryl’s songs have been covered by artists as diverse as Dan Seals, Peter Paul and Mary, Kenny Loggins, Garth Brooks, Suzy Boggus, Melanie, Bette Midler, and more. $37 Advance. $42 Day of Show.

Sat, Jan 12. Entrain. Epic in sound and kaleidoscopic vision, the eclectic Martha’s Vineyard-based six-piece Entrain has been thrilling critics and fans alike since its inception. $27 Advance. $30 Day of Show.

Thurs, Jan 17. Bill Frisell Trio ft. Tony Scherr and Kenny Wollesen. Frisell has been established as one of the most sought-after guitar voices in contemporary music. Over the years, he has contributed to the work of such collaborators as Paul Motian, John Zorn, Elvis Costello, Ginger Baker, The Los Angeles Philharmonic, and Bono. The breadth of such performing and recording situations is a testament not only to his singular guitar conception, but his musical versatility as well. $50 Advance. $55 Day of Show.

Fri, Jan 18. Trinity: A Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Trinity is comprised of four vocalists with decades of experience in the music industry. As a vocal/acoustic act, Trinity is in a class all its own. Specializing in performing a tribute to the music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, their soaring harmonies will remind you of CSNY in their prime. $25 Advance. $27 Day of Show.

Sat, Jan 19. The Englishtown Project. Featuring the music of The Grateful Dead, New Riders of the Purple Sage, and Marshall Tucker Band. Performed by an all-star jam band featuring members of New Riders of the Purple Sage, Zen Tricksters, and Max Creek. $25 Advance. $27 Day of Show.

Thurs, Jan 24. The Crossing Tour – Alejandro Escovedo with Don Antonio. Crossing borders, jumping barriers, taking risks, betting it all: that’s the path Alejandro Escovedo has been taking in his lifelong search for the heart of rock and roll. $32 Advance. $37 Day of Show.

Sat, Jan 26. Kat Wright. Kat Wright, whose voice is both sultry and dynamic, delicate yet powerful, gritty but highly emotive and nuanced, has been described as “a young Bonnie Raitt meets Amy Winehouse”. Add to that voice enough stage presence to tame lions, and the combination of feline femininity proves immediately enchanting. There’s soul flowing in and out of her rock ‘.’ Roll with a serpentine seduction. Some of soul music’s sweet, grand dames belt, shout, seethe, and succumb, while Wright sings gently like a heartache’s apology. It’s funky in spots and beautiful all over. And it hurts a little…just like it should. $25 Advance. $27 Day of Show.

Thurs, Jan 31. Liz Longley with Special Guest Matt Nakoa. Best known for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice, Liz Longley is an accomplished singer-songwriter based out of Nashville. Known for her deeply emotional music, Liz has earned accolades from some of the most prestigious songwriting competitions in the country, including the BMI John Lennon Songwriting Scholarship Competition. $25 Advance. $27 Day of Show.