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Falling, Falling, Falling… In Love with Phoenix
Phoenix in Boston. No, not the mythical bird or the Arizonan city. But, rather, the French band played at Agganis Arena on Monday night. Despite it being the worst day …
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Trio at the Paradise Puts on Pitch-Perfect Performance
Think a crazy, sexy combo of John Legend, Mika and the Passion Pit wearing tight black pants and rocking a frohawk. Think small crowd, good show. Think, and this is …
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Homegrown Goodness: A Weekend Fest Full of Local Bands
Jamaica Plain is always a great source for underground shows and local music, but this weekend JP went all out with Homegrown Fest – three solid nights of the best …
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WTBU: In the Running for Champions of Local Music
Boston University’s radio station, WTBU, provides great tunes, great talk on sports and news, and a great time for all involved and listening. By broadcasting for 22 hours a day, …
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Stacy’s Mom Isn’t the Only One Who’s Got It Goin’ On
I’m gonna be honest: I was kind of a loser in eighth grade. I was the artsy, weird kid who shopped at Hot Topic and ate muffins with sporks at …
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The Secret House of Pancakes Serves Up Local Talent
Last weekend a new house venue emerged in Allston under the identity of the “Secret House of Pancakes.” Also nicknamed the S.H.O.P., the house is inhabited by a few local …
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Q+A: Alt Artist Rocky Votolato on Songwriting, Living Room Gigs and “Making It”
An in-depth interview with indie singer and songwriter Rocky Votolato.
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Q + A: Erin Enders of Maps & Atlases
Get to know Maps & Atlases with this inside interview.
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Ingrid Michaelson Returns to House of Blues for Local Radio Show
It wasn’t a concert that I expected to change my life. I didn’t know who two of the acts were, and I barely knew the headliner’s new album, but I …
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In Defense of Pop
It’s always an awkward moment in conversation after the person I’m talking to says, “You have a radio show? Cool! What kind of music do you play?” Because then I …
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A Night of Folk at Whitehaus, Jamaica Plain
Half the excitement of living in Boston is the strength of the local music scene, and there’s no disappointment with the established DIY venue the Whitehaus in Jamaica Plain. On …
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First Impressions: Inspirations of a Music Blogger
Do you remember your first time? It was probably sweaty, loud and over before you even really grasped what had happened to you. That one night probably changed your life, …
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