Show Reviews

Show Review: Pond Brings the Funk from Down Under to the Sinclair

"Australian psychedelic-rock group Pond brought the Sinclair’s audience to their feet..."

Show Review: Alvvays Embarks on a Whimsical Odyssey

"Swaying in the crowd, listening to Alvvays permeate Roadrunner’s stage with face-melting music, was a last minute decision that should’ve been on my radar ages ago..."

Show Review: The Lone Bellow Deliver a Healing Set at the Paradise

"A crowd patiently cheers as they see Brian setting up his guitar onstage while the opening act, Bailen, clears the stage. Finally..."

Show Review: Marcus Mumford Begins Again

"Marcus Mumford is one of those artists that just does live music right..."

Show Review: The 1975’s Mesmerizing Effect Was on Full Display at MGM

"It’s hard not to get hooked on the 1975's innovative and compelling aura. It was just a few weeks prior to attending the band’s Boston show that..."

Show Review: Mt. Joy At MGM Music Hall— As if Good Vibes Went on Tour

"Mt. Joy is one of those special bands that just makes you smile. I had seen the band perform previously..."

Show Review: Brandi Carlile Brings Grace and Generosity to the Stage

"I grew up hearing about Brandi Carlile, and about the impact she had on visibility for queer women..."

Show Review: Gorillaz Make TD Garden Roar

"The communal setting of a Gorillaz concert makes you wish you had spent the extra dollar to be closer to the warmth exuding from the magnetic stage..."

Show Review: Death Cab For Cutie Closes Leader Bank Pavilion’s Season With a Bang

"I remember Death Cab for Cutie's melodies blaring through my mom's Subaru speakers from a very young age..."

Show Review: Florence and the Machine Dazzle Fans at TD Garden

"Rub the palms of your hands together until they feel warm, and then place them over your heart. That is what it felt like to be sitting in the audience..."

Review: The First-Ever In Between Days Festival Comes to Quincy

"The first ever In Between Days Festival took place this past weekend at Quincy’s Veterans Memorial Stadium, and it was quite a memorable experience..."

Show Review: Leon Bridges Is a Natural in the Spotlight

"I have been familiar with Leon Bridges’ music for a long time... but nothing could prepare me for how incredible his live performance was..."