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Newport Folk Festival 2026: Day 2 Delivers Surprises, Tradition, and Unforgettable Performances

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A Slice of Amish Paradise in NH, Courtesy of Weird Al

Millennial nostalgia took over the BankNH Pavilion on Wednesday, July 22 as Weird Al returned to the songs that defined a generation.

by Jaron Jenkins, Jul 25, 2026

Forever Is A Feeling With Lucy Dacus at the Mass MoCA

Lucy Dacus visited the Berkshires for a beautiful show in the courtyard of the Mass MoCA for one of the last stops on her 'Forever Is A Feeling' tour.

by Kayla Simon, Jul 25, 2026

The Forecast Called For A Torrential Djownpour In Portland

Beloved indie rock band Djo, the musical project of multi-hyphenate talent Joe Keery, returned to New England for a sold-out show at Thompson's Point in Portland, Maine, on July 21.

by Samantha Davidson, Jul 23, 2026

PinkPantheress Touches Down Stateside In Boston

Electro-pop pioneer PinkPantheress touched down stateside in Boston for a sold-out show at MGM Music Hall on May 12th in support of her new album 'Fancy That.'

by Samantha Davidson, May 20, 2026

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Muse at Xfinity Center

This is what a dream feels like... Muse came to Massachusetts and absolutely rocked it. Their new album The WOW! Signal, as I predicted, is one of the best albums they have ever released. And as someone who's been to more than five of their shows, I can

A Wilco Family Reunion

Old friends and new collaborators join forces to foster community at Wilco’s ninth Solid Sound Festival.

Bleachers Forever In Boston

American rock band and New Jersey superstars Bleachers stopped by Boston's MGM Music Hall for an electric two-show stint on June 16th and 17th.

Lord Huron Brings The Cosmic Selector to a Beautiful Night at Red Rocks in Colorado

Lord Huron visited Red Rocks for a sold-out summer night, blending folk-driven storytelling with the natural beauty of Colorado’s most iconic venue.

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Staying in Courtney’s Lane

Courtney Barnett defines rock for 2026 at Roadrunner

GHOST at Mohegan Sun Arena

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Boston and Kurt Russell's Ancestral Discovery: A Trip To Arlington, Massachusetts

A recent genealogical discovery led Hollywood legend Kurt Russell and Boston Russell to the historic town of Arlington. Kurt's 8th great-grandfather was killed killed by the British on the front steps of the Jason Russell House during the Battle of Menotomy. The house is open for tours.

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Love Letters from Boston to Cleo

Letters to Cleo electrifies the Paradise on their annual homecoming run.

by Christopher Minor, Nov 26, 2025

Noah Kahan's Euphoric New England Homecoming at MGM Music Hall

Beloved New England-born-and-raised musician Noah Kahan performed a benefit concert at MGM Music Hall Fenway on Thursday, November 20th, to support The Busyhead Project and Red Sox Foundation.

by Samantha Davidson, Nov 21, 2025

From The Basement To Boston: The Basement Yard at MGM Music Hall

Everyone's favorite comedy duo, Joe Santagato and Frank Alvarez, brought their beloved podcast 'The Basement Yard' to a sold-out MGM Music Hall on November 6th on 'From the Basement to the World Tour.'

by Samantha Davidson, Nov 13, 2025

Last Chance for Coffee!

Heading up Route 128 toward Gloucester, the coffee options thin out and the last bastion of really good coffee is an oasis...

by Lenny Manzo, Nov 12, 2025

Ethan Hawke to Receive 2025 Coolidge Award

New England landmark and Brookline staple, The Coolidge Corner Theatre, will honor legendary actor, filmmaker, producer, and author Ethan Hawke with The Coolidge Award on December 3.

by Samantha Davidson, Nov 08, 2025