Leo

Leo (Ruling Planet: Sun; Element: Fire) Another energetic fire sign, you are known for your headstrong pride and dominating ego. But the Lion can also be quite affectionate, not to mention a loyal friend who demands the loyalty in return. In fact, you demand a lot of things. You can be impatient and arrogant when others won’t alter their opinions at your request, but are sensitive to anything that could wound your ego. You like to talk big game, Leo, but more often than not, you go home crying.

Fellow fire signs Aries and Sagittarius will fire up some strong emotions this month, as the full moon on the 16th brings a focus to your beliefs– and you’ll either become defensive of them, or walk away from the ones that don’t line up. Then, while the influence of Sagittarius might have you staying in your comfort zone around the 18th, it’ll also create opportunities for you to feel romantic and playful. This is also a great time for brainstorming, as breezy Libra in Mercury will pave the way for open, though scattered, communication. In the last half of the month, Scorpio dominates the skies, and you can expect to feel more emotional, but in a nurturing, motherly kinda way– just make sure you’ve got a solid support system in place. This is a great month for new ideas, especially as the new moon lights up the night on the 30th, so if you feel you’ve got a good idea (romantic or otherwise), run with it. Something successful should culminate in the next six months.

Your Trax: A band like Trophy Dad might provide you with some sensitive lo-fi bedroom rock if you’re tryna deal with feels but also spark some creative fire this month. Alternatively, Toronto band Alvvays makes noisy, melancholic music that does well both in the background and the forefront. For the more emotional times while Scorpio is present, consider the last, most traditionally produced album by Frankie Cosmos, which radiates good, sensitive vibes.

Dates to watch: 5th, 6th, 7th
Your events: 10/5 Japanese Breakfast, Porches @ Sinclair
10/6 Warpaint @ The Paradise
10/6 Nice Guys @ O’Brien’s
10/6 Descendents, Beach Slang, Night Birds @ Royale
10/6 Sunflower Bean, Lemon Twigs @ Brighton Music Hall
10/6 Rock Against the TPP in Boston– Mirah, Debo Band, Taina Asili y La Banda Rebelde, Foundation Movement, bell’s roar, Tigerman WOAH + more TBA @ Spontaneous Celebrations
10/7 Littlefoot, Friendship, Du Vide, Request Freebird, Tuxis Giant @ Modesthaus
10/7 Merchandise @ Great Scott