Bombay Bicycle Club Dishes Up Indie-Rock Goodness at Royale
“Mustard Service” sounds like one of those courses in a fancy dinner they’d serve at a place called ‘The Royale…'”
Unexpected Comebacks: Artists Who Caught A Second Wind
“Whether it’s a cross-genre cover that brings new attention to the original, or movie features that bring on a resurgence, or a seemingly random TikTok trend, many artists have had their songs make unexpected comebacks recently..”
Women and Nonbinary Producers
“As a part of our celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re shining some light on some of the most underrepresented and undervalued people in music: women and nonbinary producers.
Show Review: Cold War Kids Keeps Spirits High, Traversing 20 Years of Music at HOB
“A crowd of all ages filled the House of Blues on Wednesday night for Cold War Kids’ 20 Years Tour. The room was packed from barricade to bar, everyone anxiously waiting to rock out…”
Portugal. The Man Brings the Heat to Roadrunner
“Even in the freezing cold, the line of fans anticipating Portugal. The Man’s show stretched across the sidewalk in front of Roadrunner on February 22nd…”
Uncommon Concert Calendar: February 16-23
“Here at ‘ERS, we love live music! That’s why we created the Uncommon Concert Calendar—your guide to the best concerts in Boston…”
The Vault of Soul: Roberta Flack
“Each week of Black History Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into Roberta Flack’s incredible legacy…”
Show Review: An Impactful Night with Briston Maroney
“People likely were “Freakin’ Out on the Interstate” to get to Briston Maroney’s show at Paradise Rock Club on February 3rd….”
The Vault of Soul: Stevie Wonder
Each week of Black History Month, we open the 88.9 Vault of Soul with profiles of iconic soul pioneers. Continue reading to take a deep dive into Stevie Wonder’s incredible legacy…”
Your 2024 Music Forecast
“The forecast is in, and we’re predicting 2024 will be an exciting year for music…”
Our Favorite Local Albums of 2023
“Boston’s music scene is one worth celebrating. That’s why our writing staff is excited to take you through 15 of our favorite…”
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…”
