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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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Elio Mei and the One Man Circus In Boston

Elio Mei and the One Man Circus In Boston

Dreamy indie-pop star Madilyn Mei (Elio) stopped by a sold-out Brighton Music Hall on October 29th on 'The One Man Circus Tour.'

by Samantha Davidson, Nov 01, 2025

Boston Music Awards Celebrate All Corners of City's Vibrant Creative Scene

The nominees for the 2025 Boston Music Awards (BMAs) have been announced and you can vote now! Following Boston contributors Samantha Davidson and Noah Couitt are nominated for Live Music Photographer of the Year.

by Samantha Davidson, Oct 30, 2025

No Kings, but Queens and Kings

Belly returns to the Paradise on their Celebrating King at 30 tour.

by Christopher Minor, Oct 28, 2025

Mystery in the Bay State: Magdalena Bay In Boston

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Mystery in the Bay State: Magdalena Bay In Boston

Dreamy synth-pop duo Magdalena Bay performed in Boston for the third time in just a little over a year on the Imaginal Mystery Tour USA & Can. After playing the Royale in September of 2024 and The House of Blues in April of this year, they conquered a sold-out MGM Music Hall.

by Samantha Davidson, Oct 28, 2025