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Ross Lynch dons a pair of sunglasses and points at the screaming crowd. The band played numerous songs from its entire discography, from albums “X” to “Girlfriend.”

Review: The Driver Era steers Boston to euphoria with ‘Obsession’ tour

Margot Murphy, news staff July 2, 2025

Whether the stage is bathed in beams of effervescent green or mimicking a moonlit roadside pay phone, The Driver Era knows how to make audience members feel like they’ve stepped into their childhood.  The Driver Era, consisting of brothers Ross and Rocky Lynch, took to...

Tenenbaum smiles at the crowd as photographers aim their cameras. Angelic wings framed the background and added a whimsical atmosphere to the show.

Review: Magdalena Bay’s ‘Imaginal Disk’ takes the band on magical trip back to Boston

Elizabeth Scholl, news correspondent May 28, 2025

Magdalena Bay, an alternative pop group made up of Mica Tenenbaum and Matthew Lewin, took over the Citizens House of Blues Boston April 29 for its “Imaginal Disk” tour. The venue was a capacity upgrade from the group’s last concert in Boston at the Royale in 2024, and...

A singer and guitarist bring their original song to life. The event was a special opportunity for new Berklee students to kickstart their musical networks and discuss original pieces with peers.

Berklee open mic builds community, one note at a time

Riley Rampy and John Nguyen April 1, 2025

Bathed in an inescapable red hue, Cafe 939 pulsed with the contagious ambition of young Berklee College of Music musicians March 24, enticing crowd members to the edge of their seats to hear unheard, original songs shared throughout the night. In collaboration with Berklee’s...

Jordana sings while kneeling on the ground against a neon green light. She played the violin, guitar and tambourine during the show.

Review: Jordana closes out ‘Lively Premonition’ tour with colorful performance

Chloe Craft, news staff March 23, 2025

Jordana mesmerized audiences with her dream-like, genre-bending sound Feb. 23 at The Sinclair, the last stop on the tour for her 2024 album “Lively Premonition.” The 24-year-old Maryland-raised singer-songwriter moved gracefully between bedroom pop, folk, yacht rock and...

Jeff DaRosa plays the banjo while kicking one foot up. He switched between the banjo, mandolin and guitar.

Review: Dropkick Murphys ship up to Boston and remind the city how to party

Darin Zullo, lifestyle editor March 16, 2025

Imagine the chaos of a rowdy frat party, only more Irish. Crowd members and half-empty drinks alike are sailing across a sea of paddy caps. Every time the band gets louder, so does the crowd, each trying to match the other’s energy. It’s a quintessential St. Patrick’s...

Mark Foster sings to a House of Blues crowd while playing bass. The intricate background lights flashed colorful gradients and lyrics while he sang.

Review: Foster the People transports House of Blues to paradise

Margot Murphy, news staff March 11, 2025

When asked about an alternative rock band’s messaging, most would expect it to center around hatred of the patriarchy or love of jeans. But Foster the People's 2025 tour and latest album, “Paradise State of Mind,” encapsulates united hope for the future. Foster the People,...

Gibbins-Croft and drummer Ian Robles jam out together. They announced they will be touring almost all of the eastern to midwestern portion of the U.S. with The Backfires.

The Backfires set Sonia ablaze with a night of gritty rock

David Martínez-Dimnet, photo staff February 25, 2025

Muffled sounds of bands practicing inside Sonia, a live music venue in Cambridge, filtered through the building’s brick exterior while a crowd outside jittered restlessly, anticipating the track list for the Feb. 4 night. At 6:30 p.m. on the dot, crowds were let into the heated...

Horn hits a high note while her band members look on. She performed songs from her latest album, “Messages,” an album encouraging those facing tough choices and sacrifice that difficulties along the way are worth it.

Jazzmeia Horn brings ‘old school soul’ jazz vocals to City Winery Boston

Asher Ben-Dashan, photo staff February 21, 2025

Couples, jazz fans, friends and families braved the tundra-esque wind chill Feb. 10 to hear the smooth, spontaneous sounds of “old school soul” vocal jazz artist Jazzmeia Horn.  It was an intimate show that took place at the City Winery Boston. Guests were seated in long...

The audience cheers as Tom flings his hair. After every song, a soundbite of the classic email notification, “You’ve got mail!” would play.

Tom The Mail Man delivers high-energy set at the Sonia

Elizabeth Scholl, deputy photo editor January 31, 2025

A cold, rainy night in Cambridge didn’t stop fans from lining up to see Tom The Mail Man Jan. 18 for his “Romance & Pandemonium” tour. Tom The Mail Man, a hip-hop, punk and indie artist, recently released his newest album, “Romance & Pandemonium,” and traveled...

Britt Stewart (left) and Alan Bersten perform for the audience. The opening dance featured flashy orange costumes with sequins.

Review: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ cast lights up Boston with live show

Chloe Craft, news staff January 30, 2025

Sequins, sparkles and salsa dancing lit up the Boch Center’s Wang Theatre as the cast of the reality TV competition “Dancing with the Stars” took the stage Jan. 17, the third stop on its nationwide live tour.  “Dancing with the Stars: Live!” brought the magic of...

Saint Levant raps to a cheering audience. Throughout the event Saint Levant displayed red, white and green lights reminiscent of the Palestinian flag.

Review: Saint Levant takes audiences on a multilingual journey from Boston to Gaza through his ‘Deira’ tour

Chloe Craft, news correspondent January 8, 2025

The crowd at Boston’s Citizens House of Blues was in high spirits last month for one of the final stops on Palestinian musical artist Saint Levant’s “Deira” tour promoting his recently released album of the same name. Both Saint Levant, born Marwan Abdelhamid, and his...

NUSO conductor Evan Bennett orchestrates the first piece of the concert, “Overture To The Wreckers.” Orchestra members followed his lead closely as the concert unfolded.

Northeastern University Symphony Orchestra enchants Fenway Center during fall concert

Isaac Pedersen, photo correspondent December 9, 2024

The Northeastern University Symphony Orchestra, or NUSO, delivered a breathtaking performance featuring three historical pieces at its Fall Concert Nov. 22 at the Fenway Center.  The concert began with Ethel Smyth’s “Overture to The Wreckers,” a stimulating piece holding...