AP’s Local Faves of 2021

This collection of 30 albums from Boston, Massachusetts and New England not only displayed the wide eclecticism of sounds present in the area, but also didn’t shy away from branching out into the unknown. These projects are beautiful, vulnerable, angry, sexy, curious, melancholic, dark, uplifting, unhinged, heartbreaking, rejoicing, and bombastic. The common thread is that they all embrace their uniqueness in the fullest.

Merchandise Sales Benefit Local Artists Through Quarantine

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One of the most direct ways to support Boston’s local music artists right now is by purchasing their merchandise from online stores. Here’s a list of some available products from a few of our dear, beloved faves.

NEWS: Boston Music Awards Winners Announced

By Joe Stahl   HALL OF FAME Johnny A.     UNSUNG HERO Randi Millman     ARTIST OF THE YEAR Will Dailey     ALBUM/EP OF THE YEAR National Throat by Will Dailey     SONG OF THE YEAR “Bad Self Portraits” by Lake Street Dive     NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR When […]

Converge's Frontman Stars In New Documentary

Salem’s Converge have been one of the most innovative and influential metal/hardcore bands of the past 20 years, and their frontman Jacob Bannon is the subject of a new documentary called “Rungs in a Ladder.” Directed by Ian McFarland, “Rungs in a Ladder” features Bannon reflecting on life, art, and purpose. The documentary is “shot as […]