Muscian Information
The Shovel Handle Pub prides itself in selecting some of the best musicians in New England. Please read about some of them below...
 Eric Erskine... immediately eases the soul into his calming sea of music. Combining elements of pop, folk and rock, Eric delivers songs that can elicit emotions, provoke the mind, or just relax the body. With a unique vocal and writing style Eric takes the listener on a musical journey with varied but integrated themes and musical styles. In early 1997 Eric began working with acclaimed musician, singer/songwriter and producer Tom Dean. From the very beginning it was apparent that Dean’s production style was a perfect fit for Erskine’s songwriting. With Tom’s guidance, Eric progressed both as a songwriter and musician. Their efforts would come to fruition with the release of Eric’s highly anticipated “November” CD in 2000. Over the past eight years Erskine has teamed up with Dean to release 3 more albums. “Still Life” and “Digital Age” received rave reviews and helped Eric stand out as a singer/songwriter. Eric’s latest CD “Thinking Out Loud” was released in late 2007. Eric recently won “Best Male Vocal Performance of The Year at the 2008 Los Angeles Music Awards. www.ericerskine.com
 Timothy Gurshin...has performed solo (acoustic guitar, vocal, harmonica) in New England for more years than he cares to admit, and also in Nashville at clubs such as The Bluebird Cafe and Gibson's. He recently went "international" by playing a beach wedding in Aruba! His sound blends folk, rock, country and a bit of blues, a/k/a Americana these days. Please give it a listen at the "music" section of his web site, www.timothygurshin.com. There's lots of streaming, hi-fidelity audio, video and pictures to check out-- and feel free to drop him a line. www.timothygurshin.com
Lucinda Rowe & Michael Connolly...With heartfelt lyrics, strong and memorable pop and rock melodies, and an undeniable stage presence, Lucinda Rowe and Michael Connolly have captured a loyal audience. Embraced by commercial and independent radio, their original music has met with notoriety through-out the country.  Whether as an acoustic duo or with a full band, Lucinda and Michael have performed with or opened for many well-known artists such as Pat Benatar, Eddie Money, Patty Smythe and Scandal, Tony Bennett, KC and The Sunshine Band, Stevie Nicks, The Guess Who, The Monkees, The Georgia Satellites, Sophie B. Hawkins and numerous others. Recent tours have taken them to the Gulf Coast of Florida and Alabama, Key West, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York and Boston. Their last radio single was a National Top 20 hit and their newest releases “Songs from the Shed Volume I and II” are being aired from Nashville to Connecticut.
www.lucindaandmichael.com
Justin Jaymes.. is an extremely versatile performer. With his seasoned solo act, he has played a wide range of venues from coffee houses and rock houses to blues festivals and opening concerts. From living room parties & clubs to concerts & festivals. Justin has shared the stage with artists like Blue Oyster Cult, Papa John Creech, Spencer Davis, Aztec Two Step, Jonathon Edwards, Diamond Teeth Mary, Blind Willie Smith and many more. From Florida to New Hampshire, Justin’s strength lies in his ability to take an audience away. Armed with a repertoire of over 800 songs, his soulful style is best described as “Dynamic Acoustic Entertainment”. Justin has recently been collaborating with master song writer Joe Droukas. He has also lent his guitar, dobro, harmonica and vocal talents to Mr. Droukas on his “Bare Branches” project and co-wrote one of the songs, “Slow Down Blues.”
“Just In Dreams” is a solo CD of all original songs written by Justin and recorded in 2009 at Sqaum Sound in Ashland Nh. Randy Roos co-produced and lent his many talents to the project. Mike Rivard, Jerry Leake and Dean Johnston also played on the CD. Justin Jaymes is a unique entertainer that can adapt to any occasion and can move a crowd of all ages.
www.justinjaymes.com
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 Tom Dean toured internationally as a member of the legendary folk trio Devonsquare, sharing the stage with the likes of Bonnie Raitt, Steven Stills, Orleans and Patty Griffin just to name a few. As a solo artist he has earned the praises of radio and press alike with his two independently released solo recordings "Your Own Backyard" (1999) and "Pennies" (2004). www.tomdeansongs.com
 Jeff Conley...three years ago, two 1960’s Gibson guitars were stolen out of my car after a show. With a full schedule, I needed to continue playing, but could not afford to spend years looking for these vintage guitars again. With many old parts lying around at home, I decided to build instead of buy. Since then, my passion has been playing & building only homemade guitars & drums.
www.jeffconleyband.com
www.naukabout.com
 Dan Stevens...
Connecticut artist "Ramblin" Dan Stevens performs an eclectic mix of traditional fingerstyle blues, popular songs and originals and has entertained audiences throughout the US, Germany, UK, Canada and Virgin Islands. Of special interest is his unique style of "bottleneck" slide playing popularized by early Mississippi delta bluesmen including his use of a homemade, three stringed "Cigar Box Guitar" and one stringed "Diddly Bow", both primitive blues instruments. As a finalist in the International Blues Challenge '08 on Beale St. in Memphis TN and protege of the legendary Dave Van Ronk, Dan has been lauded for his ability as a raconteur and for the authenticity of his approach gained by many years on the road as a traveling blues musician. A participant in the Music Under New York Program, he plays on a regular basis in the New York City Subway System in locations such as Times Square and Grand Central Terminal. www.danstevens.net
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