Category Archives: music
Pop Cello? Folk Cello? Both Were In The House
My review of this terrific show by Mike Block and Friends at Club Passim can be seen on No Depression by clicking here.
Mike Block
Charlie Rose, Mike Block
Sean Trischka
Greg Liszt
Balla Kouyate
Sean Trischka, Balla Kouyate, Mike Block, Michele Beneforti
Maria Finkelmeier
Mike Block
Mike Block and Friends
Balla Kouyate
Greg Liszt
Charlie Rose, Mike Block, Greg Liszt
Mike Block
Balla Kouyate, Mike Block
Mike Block
Mike Block, Greg Liszt
Charlie Rose, Mike Block
Mike Block
Charlie Rose
Mike Block
Balla Kouyate
Charlie Rose
Mike Block
Charlie Roise
Mike Block
Charlie Roise
Mike Block
Charlie Rose
Mike Block, Greg Liszt
Charlie Rose
A Perfect Evening In Singer-Songwriter Heaven
I thought I knew what to expect from an Alejandro Escovedo performance because I have attended several of his shows, but this show at Shalin Liu Performance Center exceeded any expectations I may have had!
Alejandro Escovedo
This was as close to a perfect show as I have attended, due to both the performances and the venue (which is spectacular).
Sunset from Shalin Liu
Great Concert To Benefit Homelessness
Mighty Sam McClain was a tremendous force on the Boston music scene who sadly passed away earlier this year. On Saturday, November 28th, there is a memorial concert for him at the Regent Theatre in Arlington that will benefit homelessness. You know you have nothing better to do that night!
Mighty Sam McClain
What follows is a piece written by John McGah, the founder and executive director of Give US Your Poor: The Campaign to End Homelessness. John knew Sam’s story well.
This “Machine” Was Well-Oiled!
I eagerly anticipated this show by Dave Rawlings Machine at The Wilbur Theatre! Several friends introduced me to his music several years ago and I was instantly smitten. Finally, there was a show in the Boston area and it beckoned me!
Dave Rawlings
Surprisingly, this show was not sold out but that did not diminish the energy in the theatre this night.
What An Exciting Performance By Three Up-and-Coming Americana Bands!
What a lucky week I have had, musically speaking! This headlining show by The Oh Hellos at Paradise Rock Club was the second amazing triple-play show in three days!
The Oh Hellos
The Oh Hellos delivered my favorite set of the 2014 Newport Folk Festival and I have been eagerly anticipating a Boston show since then. My patience was rewarded by this sold-out evening of incredible Americana music.
Passion Filled The Stage At This Americana Triple-Header
As I walked to my car after this stellar show, I overheard two men express exactly what I felt: that The Lone Bellow put their hearts and souls into the show, filling the less-than-intimate House of Blues with a passion as well as an intense connection with the audience that is not easy to achieve.
The Lone Bellow
The Lone Bellow has been on a meteoric rise since I first saw them at the Newport Folk Festival in 2013, and unless they stop creating new music, I do not foresee that slowing any time soon.
Drive On Down And See The Turnpike Troubadours
A friend suggested I should see The Turnpike Troubadours at The Wilbur Theatre last week because they do not travel much outside Oklahoma and Texas – or did not until this tour. I did not know the band prior to the show, but we have some similar taste in music so I took her advice and got a ticket.
The Turnpike Troubadours
All this was before I knew that The Black Lillies, one of my favorite up-and-coming bands, were supporting them on at least part of the tour!
The Oh Hellos Will Rock The ‘Dise!
I can’t wait for this show! The Oh Hellos, arguably my favorite act from the 2014 Newport Folk Festival, have their first (I believe) headlining SOLD-OUT show in Boston at The Paradise Rock Club on Friday, November 13th.
The Oh Hellos – Newport Folk Festival 2014
I would say ‘be there or be square’ but if you do not already have a ticket, you’re out of luck! Family and Friends and Cereus Bright open the show.
Nobody Ignored This Elephant (Revival) In The Room
Finally, I was able to see Colorado-based Elephant Revival perform a full set at a sold-out show at The Sinclair last weekend; sadly, I missed their sets at the festivals I attended last summer where they played, although I caught a few songs they performed at one of the Newport Folk Festival’s after-shows.
Elephant Revival
The show was absolutely worth seeing, and the rest of the audience agreed. They did not take the stage until 10:30 pm, but hardly anybody left early due to the late hour.
Elephant Revival (with Nora Jane Struthers and Parsonsfield)
Wisewater, A Delightful Duo, Delivered An Excellent Roots Show
Click here to read my review of this show on No Depression.
Forrest O’Connor
Kate Lee
Wisewater with Mark Whitaker
Forrest O’Connor
Kate Lee
Mark Whitaker
Wisewater
Forrest O’Connor
Kate Lee
Mark Whitaker
Wisewater
Kate Lee
Kate Lee
Forrest O’Connor
Mark Whitaker
Kate Lee
Mark Whitaker with Forrest O’Connor
Wisewater
Kate Lee
Mark Whitaker
Kate Lee
Mark Whitaker
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