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Interview: “All Roads Lead to Jacque’s”

June 13, 2024June 26, 2024 Discover WERS, Live Music Field Guide, Pride

“This Pride Month, WERS is highlighting queer-centric and queer-owned businesses. What better way to kick it off than at Jacque’s Cabaret? …”

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The Vault of Soul: Chaka Khan

June 12, 2024June 13, 2024 Discover WERS, The Vault of Soul

“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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Photo Series: Spots in Boston with Music History Roots

June 11, 2024June 12, 2024 Discover WERS

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…

A black ink illustration of a cowgirl with a gun and cacti. Black font reads: "Little Splinters by Ok Cowgirl.Pick of the Week, WERS 88.9"

Pick of the Week: Ok Cowgirl “Little Splinters”

June 11, 2024June 11, 2024 Discover WERS, Pick of the Week

“‘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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Uncommon Concert Calendar: June 7-14

June 8, 2024 Discover WERS, Uncommon Concert Calendar

“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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The Vault of Soul: Dinah Washington

June 5, 2024June 6, 2024 Discover WERS, The Vault of Soul

“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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Review: A Taste of Local At Boston Calling

June 5, 2024June 6, 2024 Discover WERS, Show Reviews

“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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Pick of the Week: Clairo “Sexy to Someone”

June 4, 2024June 5, 2024 Discover WERS, Pick of the Week

“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: Maya Hawke “Chaos Angel”

June 3, 2024June 3, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

“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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Uncommon Concert Calendar May 31-June 7

June 1, 2024June 1, 2024 Discover WERS, Uncommon Concert Calendar

“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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Pick of the Week: Billie Eilish “LUNCH”

May 28, 2024June 1, 2024 Discover WERS, Pick of the Week

“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…”

Uncommon Concert Calendar May 24-31

Uncommon Concert Calendar May 24-31

May 24, 2024May 24, 2024 Discover WERS, Uncommon Concert Calendar

“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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