Rock concert in Jaffrey benefits veterans’ group

James Montgomery.

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Published: 03-20-2024 8:31 AM

Rockin’ 4 Vets will hold a benefit concert for the Veterans Count nonprofit Friday, March 22, at 7:30 p.m. at The Park Theatre, 19 Main St. in Jaffrey.

Blues musician James Montgomery of the James Montgomery Band and Johnny Winter Band and Boston guitarist Jon Butcher of the Jon Butcher Axis and Experience Hendrix headline the lineup of New England rock performers. Proceeds will benefit Veterans Count, a division of New Hampshire Easter Seals that assists veterans with needs resulting from their military service.

The concert event will feature an evening of classic rock and original songs by the artists, from their solo careers and the bands they toured and recorded with.The band consists of Deric Dyer (Tina Turner, Joe Cocker), Cliff Goodwin (Joe Cocker, Robert Palmer), Mitch Chakour (Joe Coker, J. Geils Band), Marty Richards (former J. GeilsBand, Joe Perry Project) and Wolf Ginades Shaboo All-Stars).

 

Also joining in the show will be blues vocalist/harpist Brian Templeton (Delta Generators, the Radio Kings). The final addition to the lineup is local performers Frankie Boy & the Blues Express, who recently represented New Hampshire at the 2023 International Blues Challenge Finals in Memphis.

Rockin’ 4 Vets presents events to raise funds for local organizations who support veterans in dealing with issues related to PTSD, addiction, and homelessness. Tickets for concert are $34, $39 and $44, VIP tickets are $89. Purchase by going to theparktheatre.org or by calling the box office 603-532-8888.

Doors to the theater open at 6 p.m. with free live music by Bob Jordan in the lounge bar.

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