Page 7 – Arlington Porchfest 2026

SLAPPY PAPPY
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Slappy Pappy is a four-piece rock band formed in 2026, blending original songs with select covers. Their sound draws from the melodic drive of Matchbox Twenty and the raw edge of The White Stripes, with a setlist that spans classic rock and 2000s rock. Music Style/Genre: Bluegrass Indie & Something for Everyone! Instagram: instagram.com/slappypappyofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/SlappyPappyOfficial YouTube: www.youtube.com/@SlappyPappyOfficial

9 Vista Cir @ 1pm

Genre(s): Bluegrass, Folk, Funk, Indie, Rock

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 4

Greyscale
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28 Albermarle St @ 1pm

Genre(s): Rock

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 3-6 performers

The Jam Brands
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https://www.instagram.com/thejambrands

28 Albermarle St @ 2pm

Genre(s): Pop, Rock

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 3-6 performers

Hitomi Piano & Trumpet
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12 Highland Ave @ 2pm

Genre(s): Brass, Classical, Folk, Jazz, Other, Singer-Songwriter

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 1-2 performers

Hawa Collective
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Hawa Collective features a rotating cast of like-minded friends and musicians focused on honoring traditional music from the across the Middle East. The group features singers, violins, clarinet, flute, oud, accordion, bass, guitars, and percussion.

123 Gloucester St @ 3pm, 4pm, 5pm

Genre(s): World

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 7+ performers

Rockaway
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“Rockaway” is a folk rock trio. We are all from the Arlington, Belmont and Watertown area. Each of us has played in other bands and solo over the years.

14 Bailey Rd @ 1pm

Genre(s): Folk, Rock, Singer-Songwriter

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 3-6 performers

Rising Gorge String Band
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A couple of guitar and mandolin playing fools. Classic Rock, Roots, Country, Pop, Blues: Anything can happen!

14 Bailey Rd @ 2pm

Genre(s): Blues, Country, Pop, Rock

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 1-2 performers

The Accidental Gentlemen
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Centered around the reunion of a 90-year-old and his former student, The Accidental Gentlemen bring jazz standards and classic songs to life through accordion, guitar, and vocals. Their music reflects a life lived through the arts—shaped by mentorship, memory, and meaning.

14 Bailey Rd @ 3pm

Genre(s): Jazz, Pop

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 1-2 performers

Jason Russell House Concert Series Band List
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Join us at the Jason Russell House for Porchfest! We’ll be featuring 4 great bands, along with Arlington Brewing Company Beer, Revelry Food Truck, and treats from Redwood Bakery! Music Schedule is as follows: Fly By Brass Band 12-1:30 Luigi’s Fishtank 2:00-3:30 Pale Monsters 4:00-5:30 Makeshift Kings 6:00-8:30

7 Jason St @ 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm

Genre(s): Brass, Rock

Weather Plan: No we cannot do the rain date

Size: 7+ performers

Chica Fuego & The Gringos
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STYLE: LatinoAmericana This unique Cambridge-based band is committed to cultivating cross-cultural connection through music, solidarity, and joy! Follow them on Facebook, and go see them on Friday Nights in Watertown at the incomparable Chulo Restaurant & Bar; every Friday from 7-10pm. WEBSITE: CFuego.com

22 Bartlett Ave @ 12pm, 1pm

Genre(s): World

Weather Plan: Yes we can do the rain date

Size: 3-6 performers