Why Sofar Sounds Boston Is A Dream Come True
I know, I know. A dream come true? Could I be any cheesier? Yes, I could. Sofar Sounds? More like, Sofar (ast)ounds!
A Nonstop Power Pop Frenzy with Waxahatchee, Potty Mouth, All Dogs, and Cayetana (Great Scott 1/22)
Waxahatchee, Potty Mouth, All Dogs and Cayetana brought some seriously fun power pop to Great Scott.
Brendan Canning’s Solo Work Is Not Something To Miss (Great Scott 1/20)
By Nick Canton I saw Brendan Canning at the Great Scott last Monday and there was a lot to take in. My only problem with Eksi Ekso is that, while all the pieces were in place, nothing really grabbed my attention. Their sound is great—John Roderick-sounding-vocals, creative synth sounds, horns, they absolutely had my number. […]
Los Campesinos! and Speedy Ortiz at Paradise Rock Club (1/21)
The Campesinos! know how to put on one hell of a show, even if they’re teasing us the entire time.
Mother Falcon Brings A Lot Of People/Talent to Great Scott (1/18)
By Nick Canton And The Kids ended their short tour with Mother Falcon last Saturday night at Great Scott. Right out of the gate, I wasn’t sure about these guys—anticipation does that, glittery stickers on faces and an incredibly involved soundcheck don’t help. The three girls are staggered, one behind the other, with guitar/lead vocals […]
Cate Le Bon, Kevin Morby @ the Middle East (1/18)
Cate Le Bon is from the future.
Saintseneca, LVL UP, Ovlov and Fleabite Are Your New Favorite Bands (Great Scott 1/16)
Saintseneca, LVL UP, Ovlov and Fleabite kicked off the weekend at Great Scott in Allston.
My Faith In Yuck Is Fully Restored (1/15 Sinclair)
Last year was a big one for Yuck. In one fell swoop last April, we learned two things: a new album was on the way (woohoo!!) and frontman Daniel Blumberg had left the group (boo!!).
Jake Bugg, Albert Hammond Jr., The Skins (HOB 1/11)
For a 19-year-old folk wonder-kid, you’d think Jake Bugg would have an elephantine ego, and you’d be right.
Mutual Benefit – Frankie Cosmos – Krill (1/13)
On this night, Krill was good: the band played music between punk, garage, and, at times, a hint of pop, combining dynamic musical play with sincere lyrics- creating a sound that feels like something of their own.