Show Reviews

Ashton Freeman (@souperfruit) and Bugger (a.k.a. Michael Melchiondo @bugg.e.r), the progeny of Gene and Dean Ween, respectively, made headlines last week when they announced a performance on March 28th in Lambertville, New Jersey, at Soupçon Salon, a small art gallery and event space at the back of a coffee bar/ice cream shop and below a […]

Among the handful of Australian bands that have taken the world by storm in the last several years, few have grabbed the attention of such a diverse range of music fans as Amyl and the Sniffers. Fronted by the brash vocalist Amy Taylor, the band has exploded as they have evolved from their gritty early […]

Among the current crop of real-deal country artists that have emerged as a rebuttal to that polished and poppy Nashville sound, Vincent Neil Emerson is a clear standout. Similar to peers like Charley Crockett, Colter Wall, Brent Cobb – and at times sounding like an amalgamation of all three – as well as Tyler Childers […]

On March 14th, the Brant Bjork Trio offered an evening of pure stoner rock to a sold-out crowd at John & Peter’s in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Bjork’s name is synonymous with the Palm Desert Scene, and he tours in a formidable trio that includes Mario Lalli, bassist and co-founder of pioneering bands Yawning Man and […]

Across two decades, Russian Circles have evolved from a sinister math-rock outfit to a brutally efficient post-metal machine that’s finally selling out theaters across the world. Their headlining gig at Revolution Hall on Saturday, March 15th was one such show, and within the span of their first two tracks–“309” from their 2011 Empros, and “Harper […]

It’s been 20 years since emo outfit Armor for Sleep released their record What to Do When You Are Dead, so the NJ rockers have been touring to celebrate their fan-favorite concept album. The band made their return to a packed house in Detroit at St. Andrew’s Hall, with lead singer Ben Jorgensen fondly bantering […]

This past Friday, an unforgettable evening occurred in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when the Infamous Stringdusters performed at XL Live, showcasing their distinctive spin on bluegrass music. Situated just south of Harrisburg, XL Live is a superb venue that provides the ideal environment for listening to music and enjoying the ambiance. From those who wanted to dance […]

Kim Deal, a figure synonymous with indie rock’s raw, unpolished heart, graced the stage on March 10th at Boston’s historic Wilbur Theater, showcasing her latest solo endeavor, Nobody Loves You More. This album, a testament to her enduring creativity, was crafted over a decade of meticulous refinement and deeply personal exploration. The concert, a journey […]

Talking about a festival’s weather is about as cliché as it gets—something we’ve read a thousand times and probably could do without. But when a city goes nine months without significant rain, and then a storm rolls in during a festival weekend, maybe that’s worth mentioning. Such was the case at the M3F Festival in […]

On International Women’s Day, Ani DiFranco and Rainbow Girls brought protest anthems with beautiful acoustic melodies to the Plaza Live in Orlando. Though neither act made overt political statements, they spent the night venting their frustrations and grievances through the music while a couple of thousand fans commiserated and sang along. California trio Rainbow Girls […]

“Sometimes I forget it’s fun to play because sometimes it’s not,” Santigold told the crowd at The Beacham in Orlando Wednesday night, March 5th. “But we’re having fun tonight.” The Philadelphia indie artist was one of many artists who canceled tours in 2022 over the unsustainability of modern touring, especially post-COVID, as costs rise and […]

In addition to fronting the rock and roll collective that is The Revivalists for almost two decades, David Shaw has recently added to his solo catalog with 2024’s Take a Look Inside. Since last October, Shaw has been touring the US, refining his art with compelling performances for his fans at each show. This past […]

Cruising up the West Coast on their 18th Tour d’Amour, ALO stopped by Portland, Oregon’s The Get Down on Thursday, February 27th before heading to Seattle to close out this short tour with two shows at the Nectar Lounge. ALO treated their Portland fans to a mix of long-time favorites and newer material. Guitarist Dan […]

In the realm of bands that have always been perhaps underrated and worthy of bigger stages, Mercury Rev ranks close to the top. For over three decades, Jonathan Donahue and Sean “Grasshopper” Mackowiak, along with a rotating cast of talented musicians, have been conjuring the kind of grandiose, cinematic psych-pop sounds that can stir up […]

For whatever reason, the public has always been open to actors personifying musicians and actually singing their parts. This is especially top of mind lately as music nerds endlessly debate Timothée Chalamet’s performance as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, and Jeremy Allen White is gearing up to be Bruce Springsteen in a new biopic. […]

With the release of his album Manning Fireworks, the young Asheville, North Carolina guitar slinger Jake Lenderman aka MJ Lenderman has experienced a meteoric rise. Lenderman has been chugging along for a handful of years with a reinvigorated interpretation of the sort of alt-country and indie rock that caught fire in the late 80s and […]

The day after Boston and its neighboring cities and towns were hit with a frustrating storm fueled by wet snow, rain, and sleet, the sun rose again and delivered a clear, dry day that welcomed people back out of their homes. And, on this frigid Monday night of February 17th, fans of Jack White’s music […]

A couple of songs into his blazing set, Jack White yelled from the stage, “That’s the New York I know!” as they packed to the rafters, the Irving Plaza crowd cheered and clapped along with the rocker. Just a few days ago, no one knew anything about this show, but a quick announcement and instant sell-out allowed […]

The Portland, Oregon-based The Delines return with their fourth record, Mr. Luck & Ms. Doom, in their well-established aesthetic, as consistent as four records as any band has made, incrementally better each time. This is due to acclaimed novelist and songwriter  Willy Vlautin’s gripping tales of those that have fallen through the cracks, the unique, world-worn […]

Nine-time Grammy winner Sheryl Crow graced the stage for the Umbrella Concert Series in partnership with Salt Lick Sessions on February 7th, headlining a sold-out concert that shimmered with star power and celebrated the future of music. The event, presented in partnership with the Salt Lick Incubator, wasn’t just about Crow’s legendary hits; it was […]