$25 advanced, $30 at the door
General Admission (Seated) - Doors open at 6PM
Donnie Gallagher & Friends perform. Proceeds to benefit the Amherst Survival Center. With special guests Peter Newland and more.
“We hope to see music lovers and folks who support the sorely needed and fine work of the Survival Center come out for a fun evening at the Drake”.
Donnie Gallagher & Friends return to the Drake for a special benefit in support of the Amherst Survival Center. Join us for an evening celebrating music, connection, and community—all while supporting our neighbors in need.
THE CAUSE
Acclaimed area musicians will take to the stage at the Drake in Amherst on Friday, June 5th from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. to benefit the work of the Amherst Survival Center.
The Center is one of many agencies and organizations affected by significant budget cuts in Washington.
Organizer and Singer-Songwriter "Donnie Gallagher and Friends" will provide music.
THE MUSIC
Valley singer songwriter Peter Newland will open the show. Newland was lead singer and harp player with the legendary 70's popular rock band FAT. Newland has been instrumental in growing the Blues to Green Festival in downtown Springfield.
The program will continue with selections from Donnie Gallagher and Friends’ new record release "Living to the Fullest" and popular cover songs from the ‘70s. On stage with Gallagher will be Colorado guitarist and record producer Curtis Dagostino, Bay Area bass player Roger Winkelman, Pocono guitarist Keith Naylor and Orlando's Jim Mahoney.
Dagostino, a native of Longmeadow has played with members of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Buddy Miles, Dan Fogelburg, Starwood, the Bobby Mason Band and John Sommers who wrote for and played with John Denver.
Ticket and merchandise proceeds will directly benefit the Survival Center.
https://donniegallaghermusic.com/
Donnie Gallagher’s music is an invitation to live with heart. “Living to the Fullest” in Spirit, Mind and Body is Donnie's first Alt/Indie/Americana record with a sprinkle of rhythm and blues…all influenced by the music of the recording revolution of the ‘70s.
Born into a lively family of eleven, Donnie grew up surrounded by music, laughter, and the belief that “a singing camp is a happy camp.” His Maine, Irish, and Native roots echo through songs like the tender “Island Lady” and the haunting “Poison Poseidon and Promises.”
Now rooted in Amherst, MA, and the Happy Valley music scene, Donnie’s songs carry the spirit of mountains, coastlines, and everyday triumphs. Living to the Fullest isn’t just a record—it’s a journey you’re invited to join.