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SUMMARY:Dogbite & Ken Atkins and The HTK at The Kate
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut country music takes center stage at The Kate on Sunday\, July 5\, as Dogbite joins Ken Atkins and The Honky Tonk Kind (HTK) for an evening celebrating classic country\, Americana\, and rock-infused roots music. The co-headlining performance brings together two of Connecticut’s favorite country acts for a night filled with traditional favorites\, original songs\, and plenty of honky-tonk energy. \nDogbite is known for blending classic country influences with Americana and roots rock\, delivering performances that mix timeless favorites with an authentic\, down-to-earth sound. Sharing the stage\, Ken Atkins and The Honky Tonk Kind bring their signature mix of original music alongside country classics\, rock ‘n’ roll\, Tex-Mex influences\, and crowd favorites that have made them a staple of the regional music scene. \nWhether you’re a lifelong country music fan or simply looking for a fun night of live entertainment\, this special double bill promises an evening of boots\, guitars\, heartfelt storytelling\, and dance-worthy tunes inside one of Connecticut’s premier performing arts venues. \nPerformers\nDogbite \n\nConnecticut-based country and Americana band\nTraditional country\nRoots rock\nAmericana favorites\n\nKen Atkins and The Honky Tonk Kind \n\nOriginal country music\nClassic country favorites\nRock ‘n’ roll\nTex-Mex influences\nHonky-tonk classics\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Sunday\, July 5\, 2026 \nTime: 7:00 p.m. \nVenue: The Kate (Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center) \nLocation: Old Saybrook\, CT \nTickets: Tickets are available through The Kate. Click the “website” link at the bottom of this page. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/dogbite-ken-atkins-and-the-htk-at-the-kate/
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SUMMARY:Stewart Copeland - Spoken Word Tour
DESCRIPTION:There aren’t many musicians who’ve shaped a decade the way Stewart Copeland did—and now he’s stepping out from behind the kit for a rare\, first-ever U.S. spoken-word tour. As the driving force behind The Police\, Copeland helped define the sound of the 1980s with a style that fused rock\, reggae\, and precision rhythm into something instantly recognizable. But this night isn’t just about the hits… It’s about everything that came with them\, and everything that followed. \nThe evening unfolds as a deep dive into a career that spans far beyond the stage. Copeland brings stories from his time at the center of one of the biggest bands in the world\, along with insights into his work as a film and video game composer\, opera creator\, writer\, and filmmaker. Through photos\, videos\, and live conversation\, he walks through the moments that shaped his path\, mixing sharp humor with the kind of perspective that only comes from having lived it. The tone is loose\, engaging\, and unpredictable… more like sitting in on a conversation than watching a traditional performance. \nFor fans\, this is a rare chance to get closer to the story behind the music. The night includes a Q&A\, giving the audience a chance to interact directly\, and VIP packages add even more access with a pre-show meet and greet\, premium seating\, a personal photo\, and signed items. It’s not just a look back… It’s a chance to hear it all\, firsthand\, from someone who helped define an era and kept creating long after it ended.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/stewart-copeland-spoken-word-tour/
LOCATION:The Kate\, 100 Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Kate
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SUMMARY:Stewart Copeland - Spoken Word Tour
DESCRIPTION:There aren’t many musicians who’ve shaped a decade the way Stewart Copeland did—and now he’s stepping out from behind the kit for a rare\, first-ever U.S. spoken-word tour. As the driving force behind The Police\, Copeland helped define the sound of the 1980s with a style that fused rock\, reggae\, and precision rhythm into something instantly recognizable. But this night isn’t just about the hits… It’s about everything that came with them\, and everything that followed. \nThe evening unfolds as a deep dive into a career that spans far beyond the stage. Copeland brings stories from his time at the center of one of the biggest bands in the world\, along with insights into his work as a film and video game composer\, opera creator\, writer\, and filmmaker. Through photos\, videos\, and live conversation\, he walks through the moments that shaped his path\, mixing sharp humor with the kind of perspective that only comes from having lived it. The tone is loose\, engaging\, and unpredictable… more like sitting in on a conversation than watching a traditional performance. \nFor fans\, this is a rare chance to get closer to the story behind the music. The night includes a Q&A\, giving the audience a chance to interact directly\, and VIP packages add even more access with a pre-show meet and greet\, premium seating\, a personal photo\, and signed items. It’s not just a look back… It’s a chance to hear it all\, firsthand\, from someone who helped define an era and kept creating long after it ended.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/stewart-copeland-spoken-word-tour-2/
LOCATION:The Kate\, 100 Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Kate
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SUMMARY:Given To Fly - The Pearl Jam Experience at The Kate
DESCRIPTION:Given To Fly – The Pearl Jam Experience brings the music of one of the defining bands of the grunge era to The Kate in Old Saybrook on Saturday\, July 11. Recognized as one of the Northeast’s premier Pearl Jam tribute acts\, the band faithfully recreates the energy\, musicianship\, and emotion that have made Pearl Jam one of rock’s most influential groups for more than three decades. \nNamed after Pearl Jam’s 1998 hit “Given to Fly\,” the tribute band has earned a reputation for delivering authentic performances that capture the band’s signature sound. Voted the No. 1 tribute band in New York’s Capital Region\, Given To Fly has even been featured on Pearl Jam’s official social media channels. Frontman Bob Donahue closely channels Eddie Vedder’s unmistakable voice\, while the band recreates the powerful guitar work and dynamic live performances that have become synonymous with Pearl Jam concerts. \nAudiences can expect an evening spanning Pearl Jam’s celebrated career\, from the groundbreaking songs of the early 1990s through more recent releases. Whether you’re a lifelong fan who remembers the Seattle grunge explosion or simply appreciate classic alternative rock\, Given To Fly delivers a concert experience that celebrates one of rock’s most enduring bands. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Given To Fly – The Pearl Jam Experience\nDate: Saturday\, July 11\, 2026\nTime: 8:00 p.m.\nVenue: The Kate\nAddress: 300 Main St.\, Old Saybrook\, CT\n\nAbout the Band\nGiven To Fly is a Pearl Jam tribute band known for recreating the sound and spirit of the legendary Seattle rock group. \nHighlights include: \n\nVoted the No. 1 tribute band in New York’s Capital Region\nFeatured on Pearl Jam’s official social media\nAuthentic performances spanning Pearl Jam’s career\nLead vocals inspired by Eddie Vedder’s signature style\n\nSongs You May Hear\nThe band’s performances draw from Pearl Jam’s extensive catalog\, including classics and fan favorites from throughout the group’s career. \nAbout Pearl Jam\nFormed in Seattle in 1990\, Pearl Jam became one of the defining bands of the grunge movement with albums such as Ten\, Vs.\, and Vitalogy. Known for songs including “Alive\,” “Even Flow\,” “Jeremy\,” “Black\,” “Better Man\,” and “Given to Fly\,” the band has sold millions of albums worldwide and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2017. \nTickets\nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \nContact\n\nPhone: (860) 510-0473\n\n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/given-to-fly-the-pearl-jam-experience-at-the-kate/
LOCATION:The Kate\, 100 Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Kate
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SUMMARY:The Lightfoot Band
DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for a night that feels authentic to the core\, The Lightfoot Band delivers something rare… the actual musicians who spent decades recording and touring with Gordon Lightfoot bringing his music back to the stage. This isn’t a reinterpretation or a tribute built from the outside. It’s the original rhythm section and collaborators\, performing the songs the way they were played alongside Lightfoot himself\, down to the signature acoustic tones of his Martin D-18 and Gibson B-45 guitars. \nThe setlist leans into one of the most respected catalogs in folk and singer-songwriter history. Songs like “If You Could Read My Mind\,” “Sundown\,” and “Early Morning Rain” carry that unmistakable blend of storytelling and melody\, while deeper cuts offer something even longtime fans may not have heard live in years. This tour also marks the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald tragedy\, bringing renewed focus to “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald\,” a song that remains one of Lightfoot’s most powerful and enduring works. It’s a performance built on precision\, memory\, and a deep connection to the material. \nWhat sets the experience apart is the perspective behind it. Between songs\, the band shares stories from their years on the road and in the studio with Lightfoot\, adding context that goes beyond the music itself. These are the same musicians who played legendary venues like Carnegie Hall and Royal Albert Hall and appeared on shows like Saturday Night Live\, and that history carries through every moment of the performance. After the show\, fans have the chance to meet the band\, making the night feel less like a concert and more like a direct connection to the legacy of one of the greatest songwriters of all time.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/the-lightfoot-band/
LOCATION:The Kate\, 100 Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Kate
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SUMMARY:The Lightfoot Band
DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for a night that feels authentic to the core\, The Lightfoot Band delivers something rare… the actual musicians who spent decades recording and touring with Gordon Lightfoot bringing his music back to the stage. This isn’t a reinterpretation or a tribute built from the outside. It’s the original rhythm section and collaborators\, performing the songs the way they were played alongside Lightfoot himself\, down to the signature acoustic tones of his Martin D-18 and Gibson B-45 guitars. \nThe setlist leans into one of the most respected catalogs in folk and singer-songwriter history. Songs like “If You Could Read My Mind\,” “Sundown\,” and “Early Morning Rain” carry that unmistakable blend of storytelling and melody\, while deeper cuts offer something even longtime fans may not have heard live in years. This tour also marks the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald tragedy\, bringing renewed focus to “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald\,” a song that remains one of Lightfoot’s most powerful and enduring works. It’s a performance built on precision\, memory\, and a deep connection to the material. \nWhat sets the experience apart is the perspective behind it. Between songs\, the band shares stories from their years on the road and in the studio with Lightfoot\, adding context that goes beyond the music itself. These are the same musicians who played legendary venues like Carnegie Hall and Royal Albert Hall and appeared on shows like Saturday Night Live\, and that history carries through every moment of the performance. After the show\, fans have the chance to meet the band\, making the night feel less like a concert and more like a direct connection to the legacy of one of the greatest songwriters of all time.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/the-lightfoot-band-2/
LOCATION:The Kate\, 100 Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Kate
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