- Cigarettes @ Sunset and Rainbow Kitten Surprise Kick-Off Their US Tour in the Vermont Fall Air
Saturday in Essex, Vermont felt like the first real day of autumn. The air had that mid-September quality that makes an outdoor show feel like you’re on borrowed time, and Cigarettes @ Sunset and Rainbow Kitten Surprise made every minute of the last drops of summer count. If there was ever a night to show…
- Robyn Kicks Off the US Leg of the ‘Sexistential Tour’ with a Sea of Glitter at Agganis Arena
Thursday night at Agganis Arena was the first stop of Robyn‘s Sexistential Tour in the United States, and Boston showed up dressed to the nines for the occasion. Glitter, flashy outfits, a crowd that showed up to dance and showed up ready. Robyn’s fanbase is famously devoted, and the packed arena reflected that. Nearly eight…
- Myles Smith Had Boston Stargazing on the ‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life’ Tour
Myles Smith brought his My Mess, My Heart, My Life Tour to Boston’s Leader Bank Pavilion on August 24. Underneath a sky full of Boston stars, Smith connected with the audience in a way that made them feel seen, transforming the expansive outdoor venue into an intimate space. It’s a rare ability, and one reason fans continue to…
- Kesha Takes Back Her Songs at a Glitter-Soaked Xfinity Center on the Freedom Tour
There is a version of a Kesha show that is simply a very good pop concert. And that would be totally fine. But August 21st at Xfinity Center in Mansfield was something much more than that, given all the context surrounding this tour in particular. The Freedom Tour, Kesha’s eighth headlining run, is built around…
- From Bravado to Vulnerability: Masego’s Evolution Takes Center Stage in Boston
Where Masego’s GRAMMY®-nominated Studying Abroad: Extended Stay found him restless in self-discovery, his new album, Fix Your Face, finds him settled in, right at home. On a Wednesday night, Boston experienced that newfound self-assurance firsthand as Masego brought the Fix Your Face Tour to House of Blues, with support from Lekan. Bathed in warm, moody lighting with a live-feed screen…
- Olivia Rodrigo’s “serena joy” Takes Aim at Complacency and Cruelty
After spending years sharpening heartbreak into a weapon, Olivia Rodrigo is turning her attention outward. Originally left off her third studio album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, “serena joy” finally arrived on streaming services August 24 after a limited physical release at Analog Record Shop in Orange County, California. Just 500…
- Isaiah Rashad Takes Boston Along for the Ride on his ‘Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip’ Tour
On Friday night, Isaiah Rashad’s Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip Tour made a pit stop at Boston’s House of Blues. Before Rashad even hit the stage, the crowd got a fantastic welcome from rising alt-pop star Alemeda. The alt-pop star hyped up the crowd with a set that was a refreshing contrast to the hip-hop…
- Fans Flew in From Texas and California. Faouzia Made It Worth Every Mile.
The line outside the Royale on Sunday night wrapped around multiple blocks. That is not something that often happens at the Royale, especially on a Sunday night in the summer. Faouzia sold out the Boston stop of her Film Noir Tour on a Sunday in August, and the crowd that filled every inch of that…
- Chance Peña Connects With His Growing Audience at Boston’s Roadrunner
On August 14, Chance Peña brought his When I Change My Mind I Don’t Mean It Tour to Boston’s Roadrunner for one of the biggest show of his tour to date. Originally scheduled for the Royale, the show moved to the larger Roadrunner as demand grew, reflecting how quickly Peña’s audience is expanding. From the…
- BABYMETAL Are Bringing Their Record-Breaking ‘METAL FORTH’ Tour to North America This Fall
If you’ve never seen BABYMETAL live, this fall’s North American tour is a good place to start. If you have, you already know why this one is worth the trip. The Japanese J-metal phenomenon kicks off their headline North American run September 2nd in Denver, stopping at major venues across the country before wrapping at…
Saturday in Essex, Vermont felt like the first real day of autumn. The air had that mid-September quality that makes an outdoor show feel like you’re on borrowed time, and Cigarettes @ Sunset and Rainbow Kitten Surprise made every minute of the last drops of summer count. If there was ever a night to show…
Thursday night at Agganis Arena was the first stop of Robyn‘s Sexistential Tour in the United States, and Boston showed up dressed to the nines for the occasion. Glitter, flashy outfits, a crowd that showed up to dance and showed up ready. Robyn’s fanbase is famously devoted, and the packed arena reflected that. Nearly eight…
Myles Smith brought his My Mess, My Heart, My Life Tour to Boston’s Leader Bank Pavilion on August 24. Underneath a sky full of Boston stars, Smith connected with the audience in a way that made them feel seen, transforming the expansive outdoor venue into an intimate space. It’s a rare ability, and one reason fans continue to…
There is a version of a Kesha show that is simply a very good pop concert. And that would be totally fine. But August 21st at Xfinity Center in Mansfield was something much more than that, given all the context surrounding this tour in particular. The Freedom Tour, Kesha’s eighth headlining run, is built around…
Where Masego’s GRAMMY®-nominated Studying Abroad: Extended Stay found him restless in self-discovery, his new album, Fix Your Face, finds him settled in, right at home. On a Wednesday night, Boston experienced that newfound self-assurance firsthand as Masego brought the Fix Your Face Tour to House of Blues, with support from Lekan. Bathed in warm, moody lighting with a live-feed screen…
After spending years sharpening heartbreak into a weapon, Olivia Rodrigo is turning her attention outward. Originally left off her third studio album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, “serena joy” finally arrived on streaming services August 24 after a limited physical release at Analog Record Shop in Orange County, California. Just 500…
On Friday night, Isaiah Rashad’s Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip Tour made a pit stop at Boston’s House of Blues. Before Rashad even hit the stage, the crowd got a fantastic welcome from rising alt-pop star Alemeda. The alt-pop star hyped up the crowd with a set that was a refreshing contrast to the hip-hop…
The line outside the Royale on Sunday night wrapped around multiple blocks. That is not something that often happens at the Royale, especially on a Sunday night in the summer. Faouzia sold out the Boston stop of her Film Noir Tour on a Sunday in August, and the crowd that filled every inch of that…
On August 14, Chance Peña brought his When I Change My Mind I Don’t Mean It Tour to Boston’s Roadrunner for one of the biggest show of his tour to date. Originally scheduled for the Royale, the show moved to the larger Roadrunner as demand grew, reflecting how quickly Peña’s audience is expanding. From the…
If you’ve never seen BABYMETAL live, this fall’s North American tour is a good place to start. If you have, you already know why this one is worth the trip. The Japanese J-metal phenomenon kicks off their headline North American run September 2nd in Denver, stopping at major venues across the country before wrapping at…