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Malden-based Band Uses CD Release Party to Raise Money for Veterans

The Malden based Adam Ezra Group heads to the Brighton Music Hall (158 Brighton Ave, Allston) to officially release their much anticipated album, "Ragtop Angel" this Friday night at 8 p.m.

The CD is their debut on Royal Avenue Records and was produced by multiplatinum producer Aaron Johnson, best known for his work with The Fray

Having toured with Rusted Root, The Avett Brothers, Jason Mraz, The Goo Goo Dolls, Blues Traveler, Los Lobos, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Dwight Yoakam, and more, the Adam Ezra Group has graduated from the local Boston scene to the national level.

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"Not since Springsteen and Bono have I seen a lead singer with his talent and charisma.” -- Jack Casey, General Manager WERS radio in Boston

"They are one of the few bands out right now whose music is deep and real. It was an honor to tour with them." --Michael Glabicki,  Lead Singer-Rusted Root

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The group is donating proceeds from this Veterans Day event to the family of Kevin Houston, a Navy SEAL from Cape Cod who lost his life in Afghanistan.

Tickets are $15. Doors open at 8, Show starts at 9:00.

For more info on the Adam Ezra Group, their music, and this event, visit their website. You'll be supporting a noble cause and you'll have a great time while you're at it!

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