Bella's Bartok w/s/gs The Crowded Table live at Bayside Bowl | all-ages

Bella's Bartok perform at Bayside Bowl w/s/gs The Crowded Table on Friday, NOV.14th | all-ages

TIX $15 adv, $20 door | 8pm doors | 9pm show

ABOUT BELLA'S BARTOK: ( BELLASBARTOK.COM )

Live your fantasy and embrace the stranger side of life with Bella’s Bartok. A Glam Rock band known for raucous theatrical performances and an outspoken political message of finding hope in a world beset by cruel uncertainty. With utter joy, they seamlessly blend a rich cacophony of sound and soul into their music with influences ranging from Queen to System of a Down. Let your freak flag fly high, fiercely and free, throw your societal inhibitions to the wayside and seek comfort in the warm sonic embrace of Bella’s Bartok. We are the night and you are bound to boogie. Floors may be broken but hearts will be mended.

ABOUT THE CROWDED TABLE ( THECROWDEDTABLEMUSIC.COM )

The Crowded Table is a rock band from Portland, Maine, known for their musicianship, expansive sound, and a collaborative writing process that brings together a rich blend of rock, blues, jam, and funk influences. Formed in 2021, the band has steadily earned a reputation for their intricate arrangements, high energy live performances, and a deep connection to both their local roots and the broader musical landscape.

​With a collective approach to songwriting, each band member brings their unique musical perspective, creating a vibrant, multifaceted dynamic. This sense of shared vision and creative freedom gives their sound an organic, evolving quality that feels fresh while maintaining an unmistakable sense of unity and familiarity. Musically, The Crowded Table blends technical precision with the freedom of improvisation. Their intricate guitar lines, spacious keyboard textures, and powerful rhythm section create a sound that is reminiscent of the folk-rooted, yet explorative craft of bands like Wilco, Talking Heads, and the Allman Brothers Band. Drawing influence from jam bands like The Grateful Dead and Phish, the band is also known for their ability to seamlessly weave extended improvisational sections into their songs, allowing each performance to feel unique and alive. This ability to stretch songs in new directions during their live shows has earned them a dedicated fan base, particularly in Portland’s vibrant live music scene.

​Their newest EP release, Libations, showcases their creative range, with songs that move between introspective folk ballads, rock anthems, and extended improvisational jams. Tracks like "Bottle Up" & "Theseus" highlight the band’s knack for blending catchy melodies with musical experimentation, while also capturing the emotional depth and storytelling at the heart of their work.​ Recorded works aside, it is really the band's live shows where their musicianship truly shines, often featuring extended instrumental breaks, seamless transitions, and a palpable sense of spontaneity. The band's ability to read the room, read each other, and feed off the energy of the audience makes each live show an experience of musical discovery, where anything can happen—and often does.

​With their unique fusion of collaborative creativity and explorative improvisation, The Crowded Table is pushing the boundaries of jam rock and carving out a sound all their own. Their music invites listeners to come together and pull up a chair—whether in the intimacy of a small venue or the expansive energy of a festival crowd—there's always a seat at The Crowded Table.