Justin Oliver

Welcome to the site of Justin Oliver, professional drummer, recording artist, instructor and faculty member of Noble and Greenough School in Dedham MA.  Feel free to have a look around, watch videos, look at pics, check out performance dates, all accessible from the menu at the top.  Music player can be operated at the bottom of any page.  Thanks for stopping by!

Upcoming events

  • Saturday, September 11 7:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Mari's Place: 35 Washington St., Quincy, MA (MAP)
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  • Sunday, September 12 7:00 pm
  • Clockwork - Private Function
  • State St.: Boston, MA (MAP)
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  • Friday, September 17 8:00 pm
  • Jozef Nadj
  • Boston, MA (MAP)
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  • Saturday, September 18 9:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Stella Blu: 70 E Pearl St., Nashua, NH (MAP)
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  • Saturday, September 25 7:00 pm
  • Clockwork - Private Function
  • Legends 1291: Waterville Valley, NH (MAP)
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  • Saturday, October 2 8:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Stella Blu: 70 E Pearl St., Nashua, NH (MAP)
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  • Saturday, October 9 9:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Mari's Place: 35 Washington St., Quincy, MA (MAP)
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  • Friday, October 15 8:00 pm
  • Boris Bop
  • Kings: Boston, MA (MAP)
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  • Saturday, October 16 4:00 pm
  • Soul Alley - WUML Radio Performance
  • Soul Alley will be performing at WUML promoting their upcoming CD Release Party on Oct. 20th at the HOUSE OF BLUES!!!!  Seriously, how cool is that!
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  • Wednesday, October 20 8:00 pm
  • SOUL ALLEY HOUSE OF BLUES CD RELEASE PARTY!!!!!!
  • House of Blues: 15 Lansdown St., Boston, MA (MAP)
  • $15 includes admission and CD
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  • Wednesday, October 27 9:00 pm
  • Boris Bop
  • Fireplace: 1634 Beacon St., Brookline, MA (MAP)
  • Free
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Previous events

  • Saturday, September 4 7:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Keene Music Festival: Keene, NH (MAP)
  • Saturday, August 28 7:00 pm
  • Clockwork - Private Function
  • Wolfeboro, NH (MAP)
  • Wednesday, August 25 9:00 pm
  • Boris Bop
  • Saturday, August 14 7:00 pm
  • Clockwork - Private Function
  • Friday, August 13 9:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Smoken' Joes : 351 Washington St., Brighton, MA (MAP)
  • Wednesday, August 11 7:00 pm
  • Boris Bop
  • Fireplace: 1634 Beacon St., Brookline, MA (MAP)
  • Saturday, August 7 9:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Stella Blu: 70 E Pearl St., Nashua, NH (MAP)
  • www.soulalleymusic.com
  • Friday, August 6 9:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • Mari's Place: 35 Washington St., Quincy, MA (MAP)
  • Saturday, July 31 9:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • LA Roberts: 120 Chestnut St., North Attleboro, MA (MAP)
  • Friday, July 30 9:00 pm
  • Soul Alley
  • LA Roberts: 120 Chestnut St., North Attleboro, MA (MAP)
Have You Heard?

Busy Times for the Summer

Hi All!  This summer has been a busy and productive time.  I'm really excited about the direction of the R&B group I play in, Soul Alley.  The final touches to the Soul Alley CD have been approved and the copies are being printed.  The CD Release will be in late October at the HOUSE OF BLUES FOUNDATION ROOM.  Soul Alley has been on the move this summer resulting in a residency at one of our favorite hangs for good music and BBQ - Smoken Joes.  Look for us there on Tuesday nights in September.  Lead singer Alley Stoetzel will be featured on several radio shows around the Boston area.  Exciting news for sure. 

Also this summer, I have been recording with saxophonist Chris Pitts.  He has been working on a Fusion-Funk project for a while now and his vision is finally playing out in the studio.  I'm really excited to be a part of this.  Its fun to be able to morph into a different type of player and just let loose a little more in this kind of open setting. 

Speaking of style stretching, I've begun playing with the jazz group Boris Bop.  They have a blend of post-bop, latin, fusion that is challenging and fulfilling to take part in.  It keeps me on my toes and constantly working on my chops to keep up with these guys. 

Jozef Nadj released his CD of electric violin, fusion inspired techno-funk.  I had the pleasure of playing in his band for his CD release party.  Looking forward to doing it again.  A great writer and performer to keep an eye on.  

Earlier this summer, I started working with the GB band Clockwork, doing weddings and functions around the Boston Area.  A great group of people and great time playing.  Top notch pros who have fun doing what they do best- get a party started. 

Phew! see what I mean.  Its been busy.  Well, off to the lake and out in the boat.  Time to enjoy the sun! ... Til next time

Wally's Jazz Cafe

Justin will be playing with "Jose Ramos and the Special Blend" every monday night down at Wally's for the month of July. 

New Videos of Fusion System

videos of the Digital World CD Release performance are up  in the video section.  A great night debuting the work of Fusion Violinist/composer Jozef Nadj.

NEW VIDEO from Slade's 1/8/10

Clip of Shaky / Higher Ground medley now up in the video section. 

Alley Blues CD

All final tracks are finished and in mixing!

Alley Blues Live at Keene Music Festival 2009

Alley Blues performance at the 2009 Keene Music Festival has been released as a full length album.  Some burning takes of many songs from the upcoming studio album are featured on this recording as well as some favorites.  We are really excited about this recording.  Check out the band in top form at a great venue! 

Visit the Alley Blues webstore

Magdalen Hsu-Li

Singer-songwriter Magdalen Hsu-Li (ChickPop records) has asked me to join her for several dates on her fall tour.  I will be performing with her on several shows in October, including shows at BC, UMass Lowell, and more. 
www.magdalenhsuli.com for more info

Performing with Legendary R&B Group The Spinners

I am honored to be performing with the award winning R&B Group, The Spinners on Nov. 19th at Kowloon on RT.1.  It will be there only performance in the New England region this year.  Should be a blast!

Alley Blues NEW YEAR'S BASH!

I will be playing with Alley Blues at Stella Blu's in Nashua NH for a very special New Year's Party.  Check out www.alleyblues.com for more info.

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