The Scene
The Gable Verse, the Gable Music Ventures blog, is here to bring you the newest and freshest news from the music scene in Delaware and the surrounding area. Our goal is to highlight the artistic diversity and talent in and around the area while encouraging community and support for the arts.
Get To The Gig: Concert Calendar April 2024
#GetToTheGig! We’re bursting into Spring with a fresh list of must-see musical performances for April and May. Take a look at this months’ Concert Calendar on #TheGableVerse to see who’s coming to a stage near you - and get your tickets today!
Get To The Gig: Concert Calendar March 2024
#GetToTheGig! From Thievery Corporation to Lizzie No and Big Fat Meanies, there’s a multitude of magnificent concert events coming to our area this spring as the weather warms up - check ‘em out on #TheGableVerse!
Get To The Gig: Concert Calendar February 2024
#GetToTheGig! YES, even when it’s cold outside! #TheGableVerse has rounded up some of the hottest venues in the area with phenomenal shows lined up this winter to get you off that stiff, cold couch, and out into the warm embrace of the crowd-moving live music experience. #supportlocalmusic #supportlocalvenues
Get To The Gig: Tyfest at Theatre N
#GetToTheGig - TyFest, that is! This all-ages event on January 27 at Theatre N in Wilmington, was created by Newark, DE singer-songwriter Ty Mathis to connect the local music and art community. It’s an evening hosted by G Dash Jones, featuring a singing bowl set by Simply Sound Vibrations, music w/ Sug Daniels, live painting, comedy from Fig 90, an interactive open jam session, food, and more!
Get To The Gig: Winter Queen with The Knotty G’s and Friends
We at #TheGableVerse are extra excited for this #GetToTheGig feature! - “The Queen Theatre is set to become the epicenter of a musical journey through time on Friday, December 22, as traveling musical husband- and -wife duo, The Knotty G's, proudly present Winter Queen... A special night of unforgettable performances, featuring an extraordinary house band and a lineup of esteemed regional talents.”
Get To The Gig; Funksgiving at The Queen
#GetToTheGig! Funksgiving, Part III - is where it’s at for your Thanksgiving kick off festivities this year, at the Queen, Nov 22! Catch the funk vibes of Universal Funk Order, Richard Raw & The Word Warrior Band, and Big Package Band - more info on #TheGableVerse!
Get To The Gig: Hidden Gem Independent Music Venues in and around the State
Because we all know just how important music venues are to our thriving local music scene, this months #GetToTheGig includes some of the area’s hidden gems to create long- lasting musical memories in!
Get To The Gig; Milford Ladybug Music Festival 2023
#GetToTheGig! The Milford Ladybug Music Festival is back for another wonderful day in downtown (tag city of) Milford, Delaware with over 30 female-led bands whipping up magical musical stylings on 7 stages - all free and headlined by Delaware rockers featured on NBC’s “American Song Contest” Nitro Nitra! As usual - more on #TheGableVerse!
Get To The Gig; 32nd Annual Delmarva Folk Fest
This year marks the 32nd anniversary of The Delmarva Folk Festival! Enjoy two days of camping, vendors, food and live folk music of course - with headliner Boris Garcia supported by Cal Toner, Fishing For Hippies, and more! @Sug Daniels has the 411 for ya on #TheGableVerse!
Get To The Gig: Summer Concert Series 2023
By supporting local talent, the community fosters a thriving arts and music scene. Here’s a round up of some local summer concert series to get into this season in Delaware.
Get To The Gig: 45th Annual June Jam Music Festival!
#thegableverse loves sharing info on other local music events, especially ones that have been around for 45 years! The longest running music festival in Delaware is back for the 45th Annual June Jam Music Festival in Houston, Delaware - Sug Daniels has more!
Get To The Gig - The Ladybug Music Festival
The Ladybug Music Festival returns as arguably one of the best block parties in Wilmington, Delaware, on June 2. Presented by Chase, this free, all-ages event from 5 to 10 PM will be hosting musicians from around the country, local artisan vendors, and focusing on the mission of bringing women and non cis men to the forefront of the music scene.
Get To The Gig; The Vinyl Countdown
The Queen is hosting The Vinyl Countdown, a mega event for audiophiles, record collectors and music lovers April 14. With vinyls for sale, local bands, and food, it’s Delaware’s preeminent ‘Record Store Day’ kickoff party - Sug Daniels has more details on #thegableverse!
Get To The Gig; The Last Hurrah: Jackson Inn’s Celebrating
GetToTheGig on 3/25! We raise our glasses in farewell to one of Delaware’s most iconic and eclectic music venues, Jackson Inn, after over 100 years of serving the community - Sug Daniels has a deeper dive on the Inn…
Get To The Gig! Wilmo Rock Circus 2023 at The Queen
The music circus is coming to town and it’s bigger and badder than ever. Gable Music Venuture’s Wilmo Rock Circus returns to The Queen on February 18 for one night only! Philadelphia Rock and Roll heavy weights Low Cut Connie are headlining a night of spectacular rock and roll featuring some of the best bands from across the region.
The Doctor Will See You Now; A Benefit Concert for local legend Doctor Harmonica
Join the famous Doctor Harmonica and his band The Rockett 88 on December 28 at Wilmington’s Tonic Bar and Grill from 6 to 10pm. Some of the state’s best musicians will be lending their talents including Micheal Davis & The Bullets, Rob Perna and the New Kings of Rhythm, Shine A Light Allstars, and more surprise players, all to raise money to help fund medical bills Doctor Harmonica incured while trying to save his puppy.
Get To The Gig: Halloween Jam at Maker's Alley
Halloween Jam’s a-brewin’ for October 29th! Enjoy music from your favorite local bands in costume while you eat, drink, and be scary at Maker’s Alley - find out more!
Get To The Gig; The Peoples Festival, A Tribute to Bob Marley
The late great Reggae Legend and Pioneer Bob Marley spent time living and working in Wilmington, Delaware, and it made such a positive impact that years later family and friends started a tribute to him that has lasted for decades. The family continues the tradition this year with The 28th Annual People's Festival….
Family Friendly Summer Concert Series
If you’re in agreement and aching for some sweet family fun, music, and community on a budget, then look no further. We’ve compiled a little list of summer concert series that are free, family friendly, and probably down the street from your house.
Get To The Gig; KettleJam, Delaware’s only Jamgrass Festival
In the thick of the Clayton forest lives a place where community, freedom, and bluegrass is brewing. Let’s talk about KettleJam!