Maria Lena & Gerry Stafford -

classic rock, progressive, and a splash of original and classical and you get Maria Lena & Gerry Stafford ... Max Ex!

"We are doing exactly what we've always wanted to do, play the music that we love and at the same time set ourselves apart from other acoustic duos. We're different. We bring out the songs that surprise. When we see friends singing along, tapping their feet, sometimes get up and dance if in the mood, we know we've done our job! To be able to play the music we love, share with others and bring friends together, that is a gift for everyone."

"Once in awhile a band comes along, and while the songs are familiar, the sound is unique, and that's us..." Maria Lena from Max Ex

March 3...Maria reporting...

We are playing the 303 Cafe in East Boston on Saturday, March 13th... Great food, beer, wine, fine coffee and excellent service in the heart of East Boston. This cafe was also designed to be a showcase for local artists whether painter, sculptor, poet, musician, etc. Part of The 303 Cafe's purpose is to unite the various entities of artists as well as incorporate events with local community groups...Come and join us for a fun evening at this new venue!

303 Cafe's Phone: 617-569-3001!

Whatcha doin on Tuesday nights?...We are hosting an Acoustic Club (aka Acoustic open mic but better ....weather permitting) at The Club Caravan in Revere on Rte. 1A. Bring your instrument or singing voice of choice and your ability to entertain. No cover and no full kits. There is plenty of on-site parking. The club is booking weekend slots and this is a great way to get your act in the running for one. Let’s create something we can be proud of and build on. Sign-up at about 8:00 p.m. and we will go until every voice is heard. No need to RSVP just SHOWUP. Performers of good music and listeners alike are welcome. Full PA and accompanists will be there. The only thing missing is you.

And....

Please stop by and say hi and check out the wonderful artists in the North Shore.

Experimental Arts Gallery
Sara Ashodian
http://www.myspace.com/sasharts_studio

Thanks also to Tom Uellner Photography! Please check out his website. www.tomuellnerphotography.com
www.MySpace.com/tcPhotoSalem

We have added "The Living Years" by Mike and the Mechanics and "Come and Get Your Love" by Redbone this week and working on new originals!

Happy New Year!

Taken from October's issue of Harmony Hill Monthly Newsletter
Written by Alfred Nesser

(Pg. 30)
Maria Lena & Gerry Stafford (aka “Max Ex”) (Acoustic Duo)
www.myspace.com/acousticmaxex www.acousticmaxex.com 781-864-4430

This incredible duo plays those rare songs that people love to hear, such as that Classic Legend, “Thick as a Brick”. Everywhere they perform they bring excitement and electricity to the stage. Gerry Stafford is a master and a teacher of many different kinds of Guitars, Mandolin, Keys. His vocals have the charm and accent of the English speaking Bard. His partner Maria Souza plays Flute, Autoharp, and also a little Keyboard, Tambourine, Shakers, etc... “anything that makes noise”... And her rich vocals vibrate with mystery.

Both presently living in Medford, Gerry is from the band "Ste. Gerard", formerly "GSB." Maria is formerly from "Synthesis" and "Full Moon" and a few acoustic duos here and there. Together now, they are collaborating and creating something very special, doing Acoustic Classic, Progressive, & Original Rock, playing to perfection those mysterious kinds of 70’s songs that only the most progressive radio stations would dare to play after the midnight hours, to that special brand of rebel seeking the deeper meanings of life and living.