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Show Review: An Electric Night at the Strand Theatre, Tony Wilson’s Tribute to James Brown

“Thrilled concertgoers packed into Dorchester’s Strand Theater for a sold out tribute concert in commemoration of the night James Brown saved Boston…”

Interview: Tony Wilson Stops By Studio 889 Ahead of Special James Brown Tribute

“56 years ago, the devastating assassination of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. set in motion passion-filled riots from coast to coast…”

Pick of the Week: Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds “Wild God”

“Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds’ most recent song, “Wild God,” plays with mythical and biblical imagery. Cave sings about a lost, wild god in search of what everyone else is looking for…”

Missy Elliott: A trailblazing woman in music and culture!

By Kathia Dawson, Urban Coordinator Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott, a name synonymous with innovation, creativity, and a genre-defying approach to music, found her passion for performance… Read More

Hip-Hop Plus! De La Soul

ERS-Plus is turning up the volume on Hip-Hop. Want more Hip-Hop and R&B? Check out ERS-Plus on 88.9FM HD2 and online at WERSPlus.org. By Kathia… Read More

Show Review: A Night of Soulful Serenity with Thee Sacred Souls

“Thee Sacred Souls performed wonderfully at the Royale the night of Wednesday, December 6th…”

Berklee Celebrates Hip Hop’s 50th and Its Local Roots

“As the month of November closed, Berklee College of Music — an institution known for developing premier music talent — recognized music pioneers of the past locally and nationally…”

Uncommon Concert Calendar: November 17-24

“Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar — your guide to the best concerts in Boston…”

Snoop Dogg, Icon

“The world of hip-hop changed when Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., better known as Snoop Dogg, entered the music industry…”

Interview: Palehound’s El Kempner on their Musical Journey and Go-To Karaoke Song

“Nestled within the thriving music landscape, Palehound emerges as a captivating force, blending haunting lyricism with a sonorous fusion of rock and folk. On their latest album, ‘Eye On The Bat,’ El Kempner, the mastermind behind this enigmatic project, invites listeners to join them on a journey through introspection and transformation…”

Uncommon Concert Calendar October 13-20

“Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar—your guide to the best concerts in Boston. Each…”

Uncommon Concert Calendar: September 22-29

Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar—your guide to the best concerts in Boston. Each week, our intrepid music staff picks out some upcoming concerts you won’t want to miss.

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