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Ellis Paul doesn’t just write songs; he’s a guitar-carrying reporter who covers the human condition and details the hopes, loves, and losses of those he observes, turning their stories into luminous pieces of music that get under your skin and into your bloodstream. Like the artists who have influenced him—from Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, and Paul Simon to his greatest inspiration, Woody Guthrie—Paul weaves deeply personal experiences with social issues into provocative works that are as timely as they are timeless.
Born and raised in Maine, Paul attended Boston College on a track scholarship and became a fixture on Boston’s open mic circuit in the evenings. After winning a Boston Acoustic Underground songwriter competition, he caught the ear of folk luminary Bill Morrissey, who produced his indie album Say Something in 1993. This led to a seven-album contract with Rounder Records and the 1994 album Stories.
His songs have appeared in films including Me, Myself, and Irene, Shallow Hal, and Hall Pass, and have been covered by country artists including Sugarland, Kristian Bush, and Jack Ingram. Through 23 album releases and constant touring around the world, Paul has built a loyal following. His awards include the Kerrville New Folk Award, 15 Boston Music Awards, an honorary doctorate from the University of Maine, the 2019 International Acoustic Music Awards Artist of the Year award, and the 2019 NERFA Album of the Year for The Storyteller’s Suitcase. His latest album, 55, touches on the necessity of gratitude during the pandemic and amid divided political stances. It was released on his own imprint, Rosella Records.
Doors: 5:30 PM
Showtime: 7 PM
Ticket information:
- The 443 is an intimate listening room with table service and seating for 75 people.
- Green squares and circles on the floor plan are bar-height tables; orange squares are regular-height tables.
- Most seats are sold as “Tables for Two,” meaning each ticket admits two people.
- A limited number of single seats are available. Single attendees may share a table with other single attendees.
- Multiple tickets purchased under the same name will automatically be seated together, up to six people.
- Requests for a specific table are reserved for VIP Patron members.
- For special seating arrangements—including space for a walker, cane, service animal, wheelchair, or low table, or seating with another party—email the venue after placing your order.
- All tickets are will call. Give your name at the door; there is no need to print anything.