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Discover WERS :: June 12, 2024

The Vault of Soul: Chaka Khan

"Each week of Black Music Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into Chaka Khan’s incredible legacy...."
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Discover WERS :: June 11, 2024

Photo Series: Spots in Boston with Music History Roots

Graphics by Sarah Tarlin By Nora Onanian, Web Services Coordinator 617 Day — WERS' celebration of the local talent and culture wrapped into Boston's area... Read More
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Discover WERS :: June 11, 2024

Pick of the Week: Ok Cowgirl “Little Splinters”

"'Sometimes vulnerability just looks like trash![' Ok Cowgirl’s Leah Lavigne sings at a dramatic break in instrumentation during the band’s new single, 'Little Splinters'..."
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Discover WERS :: June 8, 2024

Uncommon Concert Calendar: June 7-14

"Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar — your guide to the best concerts in Boston..."
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Discover WERS :: June 5, 2024

The Vault of Soul: Dinah Washington

"Make way for the Queen of the Blues— Dinah Washington kicks off our Vault of Soul series this Black Music Month..."
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Discover WERS :: June 5, 2024

Review: A Taste of Local At Boston Calling

"Early on in Boston Calling’s now 11-year history, it was clear that the musical festival’s organizers had their sights set on creating something big. In 2014..."
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Discover WERS :: June 4, 2024

Pick of the Week: Clairo “Sexy to Someone”

"In her newest single, “Sexy to Someone,” indie darling and Massachusetts native Clairo proves that the third time really is the charm..."
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Album Review :: June 3, 2024

Album Review: Maya Hawke “Chaos Angel”

"Contrary to the title, there’s not too much chaos on Maya Hawke’s third album Chaos Angel. Actually, as an entire work, it is incredibly functional and succinct, with little room to veer off track..."
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Discover WERS :: June 1, 2024

Uncommon Concert Calendar May 31-June 7

"Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar — your guide to the best concerts in Boston...."
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Discover WERS :: May 28, 2024

Pick of the Week: Billie Eilish “LUNCH”

"Ever since the release of her 2017 EP Don’t Smile At Me, singer, songwriter and producer Billie Eilish has proved time and time again that she is worthy of her exponential rise to international stardom..."
Discover WERS :: May 24, 2024

Uncommon Concert Calendar May 24-31

“Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar — your guide to the best concerts in Boston…”
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Discover WERS :: May 23, 2024

Win Tickets to See Lana Del Rey at Fenway Park!

Graphics by Riley Vecchione Join WERS for our ONE DAY Lana Del Rey Fenway Giveaway! WERS wants you to Do Your Hair Up Beauty Queen... Read More

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