Country Beach Jam ft. April Cushman w/ Gavin Marengi Band at Salisbury Beach
COUNTRY BEACH JAM ft. April Cushman and Gavin Marengi Band
Free Oceanfront Concert
COUNTRY BEACH JAM: Dust off your cowboy boots and saddle up for a good time on Saturday, August 31st at 6:00PM on the Salisbury Oceanfront Stage. Benches and picnic tables are available, with plenty of space to kick up your heels and dance on the sandy shores! Enjoy mouth-watering takeout from local restaurants, beach pizza, ice cream, and more while you savor live country music from some of the region?s hottest artists, including the soulful April Cushman and the talented Gavin Marengi Band! And don?t miss the grand finale ? a spectacular fireworks show at 10:15 PM to cap off a perfect evening at the beach!
Saturday, August 31 | 6-10PM | Oceanfront Stage at Salisbury Beach
About April Cushman
Named a top 10 emerging artist and songwriter by Tractor Supply and Grammy-winning and multi-ACM winning country artist, Lainey Wilson, New Hampshire native April is a vocal force in the Northeast. April was recently named for two years running, the 2022 & 2023 Country Act of the Year by the New England Music Awards and continues to be sought-after artist who pulls in hearts and ears with every performance. Commonly referred to as a ?blend of Ashley McBryde with the story telling of Lori McKenna?, April finds inspiration in the every day to use as subjects for her music.
April?s passion and love for country music started at just the small age of five. Growing up in church singing with the children?s choir, ?Key of G?, she quickly picked up a sense of music, and it being where her heart felt the most comfortable. Through grade school, April played in concert band and honors jazz band, excelling at flute, alto saxophone and guitar. Her love for energetic, spirited country music has always been heavily influenced by some of her favorite artists including Terri Clark, Wynonna Judd, Ashley McBryde, Lainey Wilson and many more. She has supported artists like Kip Moore, Rodney Atkins, Scotty McCreery, Lonestar, Chase and more, while making appearances at shows for artists like Darius Rucker, Sugarland, Old Dominion and Lainey Wilson.
April is a New Hampshire native, residing in Swanzey, NH on her family farm (Highland Farm) with her husband Mike and daughter Maddison. She has been writing songs with hit writers Marty Dodson, Blue Foley, Rob Snyder, Trick Savage and more in preparation for her next album which is set to release in 2024. Her debut album, ?The Long Haul? was released in November 2021 and reached #16 on the iTunes Country Album charts and was produced by Nashville Grammy Nominated Producer, Colt Capperrune.
About Gavin Marengi Band
Gavin Marengi, a singer-songwriter hailing from Salisbury, Massachusetts, is a true hometown enthusiast. His deep connection to his small town roots and his formative experiences growing up shape the heartfelt narratives woven into his songs. Despite being just 16 years old, Gavin possesses an extraordinary talent that captivates audiences wherever he performs, leaving them spellbound by his impressive guitar skills and soulful, raspy voice.
Gavin?s maturity and depth shine through in his lyrics, which often explore themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. His soulful voice resonates with listeners, drawing them in with its raw emotion and authenticity. Whether he?s performing an acoustic ballad or an upbeat alt-country anthem, Gavin?s passion for music is palpable in every note.
There is an undeniable sense of promise surrounding this young musician, and his fans eagerly anticipate the musical tapestry he will weave. In his own humble words, Gavin would simply describe himself as a boy chasing a dream.
*The Salisbury Beach outdoor concerts are typically rain or shine. In the event of a severe weather cancellation, we will post on our Facebook page
