Deep Grooves, Live Improvisation and Genre-Bending Energy at Nova Arts

Join Nova Arts, Saturday, Nov. 1, for a night of deep grooves, live improvisation and genre-bending energy! Nova Arts is proud to present Dub Apocalypse, the powerhouse instrumental dub reggae collective from Boston, Mass., joined by Adam & The Flood, led by veteran rapper and producer Adam Arnone. Together, these two acts promise an unforgettable evening of rhythm, improvisation and musical exploration. Formed in 2007, Dub Apocalypse brings together some of Boston's most accomplished musicians: drummer Tommy Benedetti (John Brown's Body), guitarist Johnny Trama, saxophonist/bassist Timo Shanko, bassist Aaron Bellamy and guitarist Van Martin. Their sound blends deep reggae and dub grooves with blues, funk and jazz elements, creating live sets that are both dynamic and immersive. Benedetti, a founding member of John Brown's Body, drives the band with decades of experience in reggae and dub, while Trama's soulful guitar and Bellamy's precise funk grooves help shape the band's solid rhythm. Shanko's sax and Martin's guitar add a creative edge to the band's sound. With multiple Boston Music Awards and three full-length albums (Road to Oblivion, Frozen Planet, Sound the Alarm), Dub Apocalypse has earned a reputation as one of the most electrifying live bands in New England. Sharing stages with legends like Papa Michigan, Carlton Livingston, Jahdan Blakkamoore, and Mad Professor, Dub Apocalypses has a reputation worth seeing. Opening the night is Adam & The Flood, the latest project from New Hampshire hip-hop artist Adam Arnone (formerly of Glue and Adeem). With over 30 years in the indie hip-hop world, Arnone has performed nationwide. From the Warped Tour to The X Games, Arnone continues to evolve his craft through live instrumentation and production. Blending honest song writing and live band energy, Adam & The Flood creates a sound that bridges classic hip-hop storytelling with modern production of organic full-band energy. Arnone's work now includes his creative agency, Echo Finch, and a new collaboration with DJ D-Styles on Chasing Gods. Doors open at 7pm and music will start around 7:30pm. Access For All tickets available thanks to a grant from the TD Charitable Foundation. (Note: To purchase more than one Access For All ticket, each must be done in a separate transaction.) All ages are welcome and seating is first come first served. Tickets will be available at novaarts.org/event