“Forever So” by Husky
From its inception in the 80s, Sub-Pop has fostered a consistently impeccable lineup of artists ranging from the first heavy-hitters of grunge to current icons of indie rock such as The Shins. Proving their excellent tastes once again, the Seattle label is releasing Forever So, the debut album from Husky, who are one of the [...]
Riddims Watch: Aurora Skies
Aurora Skies is the official soundtrack to every club-goer’s Friday night! The dancehall riddim produced by Sounique Records will have every single woman in the building looking for their “Diamond in the Ruff”. Released in March of 2012, the mixtape includes music from some of the best including Sheba and the King himself Mr. Vegas. [...]
“All Fall Down” by Shawn Colvin
Shawn Colvin, a WERS favorite, recently came into the studio to share her enthusiasm for All Fall Down, so to hear the album all laid out is truly a treat. While Colvin was here, she also shared her experience writing her memoir, “Diamond In The Rough”, where she opened up the struggle and triumphs of [...]
“Big Station” by Alejandro Escovedo
Through 61 years, multiple bands, and twelve solo studio albums, Alejandro Escovedo has been an acclaimed underground success, and his new album, Big Station, is bringing him towards mainstream success. Escovedo’s sound has changed through the decades, starting in the 70s with the San Franciscan punk band The Nuns who gained fame by being one [...]
“World of Wonder” by Alison Faith Levy
If you’re a kid or just a kid at heart, you’ll love Alison Faith Levy’s new album, World of Wonder. Previously known as “Sippy Alison,” from The Sippy Cups — responsible for such hits as “Magic Toast” and “The Jellyfish” among many others — Levy took a short break from performing for children, but has [...]
“Old Believers” by Cory Chisel & the Wandering Sons
Americana folk rockers Cory Chisel and The Wandering Sons released their sophomore album Old Believers last month under Readymade Records. Wisconsin natives Cory Chisel and Adriel Harris teamed up with producer Brendan Benson (of The Raconteurs) this time around. Benson’s hand in the album is made evident by the variety of pop, country and blues [...]
“For Higher” by Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau made a bold decision while creating his newest album, For Higher — he decided to record the entire thing without his band. He wanted something different, and different is definitely what he got. With the help of George Porter, Ivan Neville, Anders Osborne, and Simon Lott, Montbleau was able to compose an album [...]
Riddims Watch: Kush Morning
The Kush Morning Riddim is a perfect riddim for this summer. The riddim sounds real smooth and fresh. Produced by Dynasty Productions and Twelve 9 Records and released this year, it’s a riddim you cannot miss! You got Capleton, AKA the Fire Man, on the riddim with his single “Fire Fire”. Ikaya, who is making [...]
“Bring It On Home” by Joan Osborne
As they say, “home is where the heart is” and with the release of her seventh studio album, Bring It On Home, Joan Osborne certainly gets in touch with her roots. Her blues roots that is. Bring It On Home pays homage to some of Osborne’s favorites and inspirations with covers from the greats of [...]
Mixtape Mayhem: Rose Island Vol. 1
Theophilus London is making big moves in the alternative hip-hop scene. He’s currently touring Europe and just dropped his next mixtape, Rose Island Vol. 1. His style effortlessly blends R&B beats with alternative vocals and skilled rhyme schemes in his raps, always delivering a good, danceable beat. He attributes his inspiration to artists like Prince and Michael [...]
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Serenata de Amor Brings Cape Verde to Emerson
Serenata de Amor, a musical theater project spearheaded by visual media arts associate professor Claire Andrade-Watkins, was brought to Emerson this past year. The project is a tribute to the morna of Cape Verde and Brava set in the 1940s. Andrade-Watkins worked with a team of faculty and staff members from Emerson to bring Serenata [...]
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June 21
Fleetwood Mac
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June 23
B-52s + Go-Go’s
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July 9
Paul McCartney
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July 10
She & Him
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July 20
Bob Dylan, Wilco, My Morning Jacket
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