Veterans Benefit Summer Concert Series

Entrain takes the Kowloon outdoor stage on Sunday

Special to The Advocate

  Entrain, an eclectic, Martha’s Vineyard-based six-piece band, has been thrilling critics and fans alike since its inception in 1993.

  Formed and led by drummer Tom Major – while on hiatus from touring with Rock legend Bo Diddley – Entrain has been blessed with a list of top tier musicians over the years. The current lineup consists of Major and lead singer/guitar wiz Brian Alex, bassist M’talewa Thomas, saxophonist/keyboardist/percussionist Rob Loyot, saxophonist/percussionist Hilary Noble and trombonist/keyboardist Lennie Peterson. All are road tested, having spent time with such diverse players as Bo Diddley, Carly Simon, Chuck Berry, Southside Johnny, James Montgomery, Gary Burton, and Blood, Sweat and Tears.

  Entrain has recorded eight albums, all of which have been praised for their ability to shift effortlessly between musical styles – from rock, blues, calypso and ska, to zydeco, jazz and funk – often within the same song.

 “The whole Entrain concept is based on the drums and infectious rhythms. Once we’ve got that…. anything goes, everything goes,” explains Major.

  “Entrain zips along like a lively summit conference between the Dave Matthews Band and Little Feat,” according to Steve Morse of The Boston Globe.

  Entrain’s goal is not just to be the biggest and the best, says Major. “We want to create music that makes people feel good. When we look out from the stage, all we see is smiling faces of all ages and bodies moving. You can’t beat that feeling. At the same time if we can help to promote positive values and lifestyles… great! There’s enough negativity in the world, let’s spread a little joy around and watch how infectious it can be.”

  On Sunday, June 26, Entrain will be performing outside of Kowloon Restaurant, as part of a summer Veterans benefit concert series. Tickets are available at GimmeLive.com or at the door on the day of the show.