Category Archives: music
Darlingside Is A Hit At The Armory
When I was introduced to Darlingside a couple of years ago at the Outside the Box Festival (an incredible free festival which is returning to Boston this summer), I remarked that I had discovered my new favorite band. I now see them whenever I can, most recently at Arts at the Armory. Yes, it’s an old armory which has been converted to an up-and-coming arts center.
Darlingside
This Boston-based band has developed a devoted following over the past few years that I have no doubt will continue to grow as they headline larger venues; this show was promoted by Bowery Boston which I hope will prove to be a lucrative relationship for Darlingside.
This Week Started With An Amazing Announcement by Newport Folk Festival
The Newport Folk Festival continues its lineup announcements and the week started with a fantastic announcement!
Newport Folk Festival Trademarked Logo
RIP, Mr. BB King
The world is a sadder place today because we lost BB King.
BB King – April 2014, Lynn Memorial Auditorium
Widely considered one of the most influential blues musicians of all time, BB regaled us with his talent and grace for many years.
Heather Maloney Has A Bright Future
Each time I listen to indie folk artist Heather Maloney’s new album, Making Me Break, I decide on a new favorite song. As I write this, I believe the title song is my favorite but I know that will change.
‘Making Me Break’ by Heather Maloney
An Evening With Freddy Cole
When I read that Freddy Cole would appear at Regattabar, I knew I had to be in the audience. I never had the chance to see his famous older brother, Nat King, because I was too young when he died at a young age but I did not want to miss Freddy and have any regrets about it.
Freddy Cole
I am happy I attended one of his shows; Freddy may be 83 years young, but his piano playing is still top-notch and his voice lovely.
Final Show Announced For The 2015 Lowell Summer Music Series And It’s A Winner!
Booking the fabulous Warren Haynes is a coup for the 2015 Lowell Summer Music Series where he will appear on Saturday, August 15! This solo show (or at least not with Railroad Earth with whom he will tour this summer) is unusual and will be highly anticipated by all!
It Will Be A Celtic Sojourn At The Lowell Summer Music Series
Brian O’Donovan is bringing his A Celtic Sojourn roots and branches show to the Lowell Summer Music Series on Saturday, August 22! I have seen Brian, but have never seen Cherish the Ladies, one of the featured bands at this show.
Huge News From No Depression!
No Depression is all about celebrating roots: since the magazine’s founding in 1995, they have aimed the spotlight at both old and new roots music, bringing together voices of professional critics and regular listeners, as well as the artists themselves.
Grammy-Winner Shelby Lynne Enchants
Shelby Lynne may have made her name as a country musician, but her performance at Johnny D’s a few days ago showed that she is a versatile singer-songwriter who is firmly ensconced in the broader category of American roots music.
Shelby Lynne
This was the first stop on Shelby’s tour to promote her new album, I Can’t Imagine, produced by Massachusetts’ own Rounder Records and released two days prior to this show.
suze reviews the blues 