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Tuesday, January 28, 2014

A Few More Memories



We thought we would share some more from the show!

So you had that side effect too?
The Elders

Really, Humpty did jump!
Scotty, if only we could do this on a sailboat.


Honey, who are these guys?

Josh make sure you get a lot of pictures of me.

Hal, what are you doing here?

I thought Dr. Hicklicks was playing.

Thanks Esteban!

Does anyone need a lawyer?

Maybe we will offer frequent attendance points!
      

Saturday, January 25, 2014

FEVAH RELIEVED!




        NEVAH would like to thank everyone who came to our show on the 18th.  You truly made our efforts worthwhile as you had fun, listened, drank a little (okay maybe a lot), participated, and hopefully at the end of it all had "your fevah relieved"
        A special thanks to Mike Dow for introducing us in such an elegant and complimentary fashion.  I for one couldn't wait to hear the talented group he was talking about and then I realized, "it was us," then, "I got nervous."  Fortunately from the reaction of all that were present I think we came close to living up to Mike's kind words.
        As promised we continued to stretch our wings a little as evidenced by the second set where we featured different groupings of members with some solo presentations.  It warmed our hearts to hear the spontaneous reactions elicited by each vignette.  From the clapping that started with Richard and Larry's mandolin offering to the audible crowd gasp when "Mr. Humpty jumped instead of fell" as told in Hal's beautiful rendition of "Cinderella's Story" to the huge, swelling, cheer that built up as we broke into "Helplessly Hoping" only to be topped by the "pin drop" silence everyone experienced during Ed's solo Big Band crooning, Jack's emotionally stirring dobro instrumental, and Dick's stepping out from behind the drums to play guitar and present a heartfelt version of "Can't You See" we were elated.
        The Next Generation Theatre has become a second home for us and we want to thank Tracey for providing such a great venue for all the musicians in the area to be able to do what they love "Play Music"
        Until next time I will leave you with a few pictures
from Cabin Fevah Relievah Pas Tois, enjoy!
                   " Phil the bass player"
      


Josh look into my eyes "You will make us sound good"


Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Maine Band NEVAH Presents the Cabin Fevah Relievah 3 - This Saturday January 18th

Hey … only a few more days until NEVAH's Cabin Fevah Relievah 3 at the Next Generation Theatre in Brewer, ME

Tickets are going like "hot cakes" smothered in Maine made Maple syrup and home churned butter oozing over the "HOT" golden brown surface.

… fine, I have no idea what that means … but call 207-989-7100 to reserve a seat (seating is limited). 

Show starts at 7:00 pm … 

Hope to see you ALL there …

Hal
tNbg

NEVAH's Cabin Fevah Relievah 3 - Poster

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

NEVAH ANNOUNCES - CABIN FEVAH RELIEVAH 3 - JANUARY 18TH

To all our NEVAH friends around the globe …

Yes, we can finally release most of the "Cabin Fevah Relievah 3" details.

Saturday - January 18th - 7:00 pm
at the 


We have been planning and rehearsing a truly unique NEVAH show … just for you … and hope you will all be able to attend.

See you soon …

Phil, Richard, Ed, Larry, Dick, Jack, Eric and Hal




Wednesday, January 1, 2014

A New Year

     It's hard to believe another year has passed and "NEVAH" has much to be thankful for.  Our families who offer constant support, our friends, old and new, that we have made over the previous years, and the enduring bond shared by the members of our little group and their dedication to make room in their busy lives to get together to "make music."
     This past year we were finally able to record and release our first "CD, Tales From NEVAHLAND an atypical album Part 1."  For many in the band it was their first time in a studio and it was a true learning experience and in the end a very rewarding one.  As our friends, "The Kruger Brothers" stated "you either come out of the first recording experience as a stronger group, or end up breaking up."  Thankfully we took the former road and continue to work on new original tunes, a few of which we hope to perform at "Cabin Fevah Relivah Pas Trois" at the Next Generation Theatre on Saturday, January 18, 2014.
     So to all out there who took the "Road less Travelled" while "Driftin with the Tide" as they rode the "Last Bus to Bangor" wondering whether "I Lean Left, you Lean Right" on that "Hometown Open Road" and experiencing a "Rare but Serious Side Effect" the NEVAHBAND wishes you the "Happiest and Healthiest of New Year's."  Phil the bassman.
    

Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Happy New Year from NEVAH

Hey, someone took a photo of the band at rehearsal last night, sort of a "behind the scenes" shot …
NEVAH busy rehearsing for the upcoming Cabin Fevah Relievah 3
We're really working' hard to make this the best EVAH - NEVAH Cabin Fevah Relievah 3.

More info to follow …

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Friday, December 27, 2013

Thursday, December 26, 2013

Hal NEVAH Banjo Guy Returns to 4Points BBQ

Hal the NEVAH Banjo guy here …

… wow, I didn't realize how close "IT" was, but and however, some very very exciting news (alright, I think it's very exciting or at least way above average).

… John from 4Points BBQ in Winterport – gave me 3 (three) solo performance dates … and the first one is right around the corner … January 3rd (that's a friday) from 5 to 8 pm … {it's sort of a redo-return since I had to cancel the Dec. performance date}

Therefore, I hope to see you all there for a lot of musical fun … and, yes, I hope some of you will join me throughout the night, playin' and a singin'.

Hal
the NEVAH banjo guy



Sunday, December 22, 2013

Happy Holidays from NEVAH


To our NEVAH family
from
Phil, Ed, Richard, Eric, Jack, Larry, Dick and Hal

We wish you all a very happy, healthy and joyous
holiday season!



Friday, December 6, 2013

BIG NEVAH ANNOUNCMENT

Big NEVAH News … 

… a "heads up" to all the Friends and Fans of NEVAH

Keep January 18th open for NEVAH's "CFR 3"

More details to follow in the coming weeks …



Sunday, December 1, 2013

Mother Nature Had a Hand in Cancelling Hal Meyers 4 Points Gig

Hey there - friends who had planned to come to the 4Points BBQ to see me this evening … I have to apologize to you for having to cancel the gig. Got into an auto accident 8 minutes from 4 Points .

I'm fine … and was going to try and make it when Laurie came and picked me up, but … realizing the "return home" might be even more treacherous on the roads, I called 4Pts and we mutually decided to cancel/postpone. 

Again … I apologize to those who braved the roads and slushy sidewalks to get to the performance. 

Hopefully I can re-book.

Thanks …

Hal
p.s. I might need a new vehicle 


Friday, November 29, 2013

4 POINTS BBQ Features Hal the NEVAH Banjo Guy

Hey NEVAH friends and fans … 

Just to let you know … DEC 1 - This SUNDAY … I'll be appearing at the 4Points Barbecue in Winterport (Maine that is – for all my friends and NEVAH Fans who would love to come but live "hours" away).

I'm performing a "solo" banjo/guitar music thingy … but and however, singing along with/joining in on your favorite tunes, or ones you simply like a little, is appreciated and encouraged. And … if there are a few folks who play guitar or banjo, or whatever – and want to jump in or pick up a vacant instrument well, that's encouraged too. 

Hal - NEVAH Banjo Guy at 4 Points BBQ - Sunday Dec. 1
Hopefully some of my fellow NEVAH-ites will be in attendance and not to stuffed from Thanksgiving to join me on a song or two, who knows. 

The music starts at 5:30 and ends at 8:30 … so come by the 4Points BBQ … get some amazing food and drink and have a fun evening of music + …

Hal
tNbg



Tuesday, November 26, 2013

NEVAH at MACY's for Mike and Mike's "Fill the Truck"

Hey there friends and fans of NEVAH

… Had a terrific gig last night at Macy's Court in the Bangor Mall … helping to bring awareness to Mike and Mike's "Fill the Truck Event" - Gathering non-perishable food to be distributed by Manna Ministries.

And … we received this last night …

"Guys,

Thank you for giving your time and talent tonight. I wish I could have heard your entire set but what I did hear was excellent. The mix was perfect and you played at just the right volume for the occasion and venue. I could tell that everyone present really enjoyed it and I hope you made some new fans in the process. I took a few photos which I’ll go through and put up on the old Mike and Mike Facebook page www.Facebook.com/mikeandmike It’s set as a ‘public’ page so they should be viewable to all.

Thanks again for helping to spread the word on the first day of the food drive. The response was good – for a Monday. Tomorrow will be our busiest day. We get to wake up in a few hours and do it again!

I look forward to seeing you at Next Generation Theatre in January.

Mike"



NEVAH at Macy's
Oh … and a very special thank you to the Bangor Mall staff for all their assistance which allowed us to load in and out and set up quickly and efficiently.

Saturday, November 23, 2013

MIKE and MIKE "FILL THE TRUCK EVENT" features NEVAH at MACY's Court

To our extended NEVAH family …

This Monday November 25th - NEVAH is performing at the MACY's Court - located in the BANGOR MALL to support Mike and Mike's "FILL the TRUCK Event" …

… they are collecting food for Manna Ministries with a goal of providing for 6500 families in Maine.

NEVAH will be performing inside at the Macy's court in the Bangor Mall … from 5:30 to 7:00 PM …

So please come join us, and bring a can of food (non-perishable foods) to help fill the truck.

See ya Monday …

the guys of NEVAH

C

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

FREE NEVAH Concert at Bangor Mall for Mike And Mike Food Drive


Hey, NEVAH Friends and Fans … a quickie announcement … 

Our really good friend Mike Dow, of Mike and Mike fame … has … along with his long time radio announcer buddy Mike Elliot … collected tons of food (literally) for the Manna Ministries Food Drive over the last 14 years.

This is their 15th ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE - titled "Mike and Mike's Fill The Truck," serving the elderly, homeless, under-employed, jobless, single parents, individuals and families having a rough time.

This year they will be in 2 locations collecting canned goods Nov. 22-24 at the Ellsworth Hannaford and Nov. 25-27 at the Bangor Mall parking lot.

And I am pleased to announce that NEVAH will be joining Mike and Mike on November 25th … providing a FREE Concert at the Bangor Mall … inside at the Macy's Court (yes, inside). The concert will start around 5:30 and should end near 7:00 pm.


We hope to see you at the concert to help support this wonder event, and please bring some canned goods to be dropped off at Mike and Mike's TRUCK outside in the BANGOR MALL Parking Lot.

NEVAH …


Thursday, November 7, 2013

The MAINE EDGE has NEVAH CD Review by Mike Dow

Wow … NEVAH's GOOD friend Mike Dow … local radio personality extraordinaire, DJ, Entertainer, Writer, doer of really nice things for others {like his 15th annual food drive for Manna beginning three weeks from today! At the same spot (behind Bangor Mall) collecting non-perishable food. Mon-Wed - November 25th, 26th and 27th} … and all around great guy … wrote a wonderful review of our new - NEVAH CD - 



You can read it on-line at the link below, or you can pick up a copy of this months "the MAINE EDGE" newspaper … found all over the Bangor area. It's on page 6. 




There was a lot of information that I didn't know about the band - go figure.

Again … thank you Mike Dow …

Hal

http://www.themaineedge.com/buzz/debut-cd-from-nevah-tales-from-nevahland

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

NEVAH's friends Maximum Blue Launch "Grounded" CD


Hey friends and fans of NEVAH,

… the other day, NEVAH's good friends from the group "Maximum Blue" (Max & Jeff Silverstein and Nancy Merrill) hosted their "grounded" CD release party. I (Hal the NEVAH banjo guy) had a chance to MC the event and was asked to join them on-stage for a quick "Foggy Mountain Breakdown".


Maximum Blue's - Grounded CD - 
It's the first time I've ever jammed with Max, who is an amazing fiddle player, and I must admit flat picks a guitar better than I do as well. And he's only 16 …

Poster for Maximum Blue CD Release
Plus several of the groups friends were asked to join them on-stage, including Max's amazing fiddle instructor/teacher/coach …Laura Rioux - a well known - very much in-demand performer as well.

A terrific turn out at the Next Generation Theatre in Brewer and a fun time was had by all …

… and it looks like they are planning another CD launch in Southern Maine - (see below) - so Max's "other" fans can catch them too.
Maximum Blue Southern Maine CD Launch
A second Link to Max & Hal with a little FMBD …
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=go8WID5qhOA