Music
All the Concerts You Need to See around Boston This Fall
September Tyler The Creator The Odd Future alum stunned the world with his 2009 debut album, Bastard. Amidst songs filled with lewd lines and callow […]
Boston Philharmonic Conductor Benjamin Zander Wins South African Lifetime Achievement Award
80-year-old Benjamin Zander has spent half his life conducting the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra and the Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra—and now, he’s earned some new international accolades. […]
Who Is Berklee College’s Greatest Musical Alum?
Welcome to “One Last Question,” a series where research editor Matthew Reed Baker tackles your most Bostonian conundrums. Have a question? Email him at onelastquestion@bostonmagazine.com. […]
A Conversation with David Byrne About American Utopia
Last year, David Byrne drew rave reviews for his first solo album in 14 years, American Utopia, which featured worldly funk, soaring melodies, and lyrics […]
This September, Attend a Private Concert in a Shipping Container
Whether you’re squinting to see your favorite artist’s tiny body from the nosebleeds in the Garden, or straining to hear the Boston Pops over the […]
Has Boston Become a Hip-Hop Town?
Ask almost anyone, and they’ll tell you Boston is a rock ’n’ roll town. Just look at our history. The city has birthed legends ranging […]
The Six Female Emcees in Boston Everyone Should Be Listening To
Boston’s hip hop scene has always been bustling with massive amounts of talent, and last year’s Boston Music Awards reflected its overdue recognition. Cousin Stizz […]
Photos: What You Missed at Boston Calling 2019
On Day 3, temperatures soared, as fans took in performances from Brandi Carlile, Tufts alums Guster, Travis Scott, and more. Anyone expecting to hear Boston […]
Your Guide to All the Local Talent at Boston Calling 2019
Interested in checking out some local talent at Boston Calling this year? You’ve got plenty of options. A smattering of hometown heroes will once again take the stage […]
An Alternative to Boston Calling Is Brewing in Dorchester: “Boston Answering”
Last year, when Boston hip hop artists Cousin Stizz and STL GLD were on the lineup, Dorchester’s Cliff Notez was thrilled to show up and support his friends at […]
Five Concert Venues in Boston for Music Lovers of All Kinds
For the early bird Royale If 11 p.m. is typically when you tuck in, not head out, don’t fret: Shows begin at 8 and even […]
The Boston Calling 2019 Set Times Are Here
CHVRCHES or Greta Van Fleet? Hozier or ODESZA? Logic or Brandi Carlile? If you’re heading to Boston Calling 2019, those are some of the choices you’ll […]
Boston Calling Disputes Talib Kweli’s Claims of a Contract Issue
Boston Calling is disputing claims from artist Talib Kweli about why his rap duo Black Star dropped out of the 2019 festival, calling them “factually incorrect.” The performer, who co-founded Black Star […]
Check Out This New Music Video Starring Boston Ballet Dancers
Boston Ballet has been branching out in a big way lately, whether that means bringing Degas paintings to life with the MFA, or teaming up with […]
A Huge New Music Venue is Coming to Brighton
Boston music fans, rejoice! Today concert promotion company the Bowery Presents announced plans for a new music venue at Boston Landing. The general admission venue will […]