Concert Reviews

Moving Boston Calling from City Hall Plaza to Harvard’s Athletic Complex in Allston meant more changes than address: the bigger space brought challenges of its own. The layout became a labyrinth, with fans...

Cashmere Cat brought an intoxicating atmosphere to Royale Boston, proving why he is one of pop's most exciting sound shifters. Producers and DJs who curate unforgettable sets, resonating with fans long after...

 Frontman Chase Lawrence was electrifying. Everyone else—not so much. 5/3/17 – The Sinclair A synth base droned, the crowd yowled, and lights flickered across a looming gravestone prop whose...

Last-minute band changes left Lerche scrambling, but he and his new band put together a frenetic and joyful performance. 4/12/17 - The Sinclair “I know this is supposed to be the synth album, but I...

Despite some snags, Raine, Photocomfort, and Radclyffe Hall gave engaging and dance-worthy performances. 4/1/17 - Great Scott  Snow was falling on the sidewalks outside Great Scott, but on the stage...

Though they began their penultimate show with a shaky start, Chairlift's dance moves and packed 20-song set left fans begging the band not to break up. 4/20/2017 – Brighton Music Hall Judging by...

The electronic duo make a great first impression at the Rockwell in Somerville, giving the sparkling sounds of their debut EP a warm, human touch. 2/24/17 - The Rockewell After their debut EP caught the...

Frontwoman Lucy Dacus toes the line between timid and poised as she tackles guitar riffs and shares her frank commentary. 2/8/17 - The Sinclair A small red lipstick smile escaped as Lucy Dacus looked down...

Tancred brought enthusiastic power pop to a rapt audience at the Middle East. 2/15/17 - Middle East Upstairs Tancred’s Jess Abbott lived out a fantasy last Wednesday at the Middle East Upstairs: finally...

While new songs fell flat, Tokyo Police Club's classic material is still captivating ten years later. 1/25/17 – The Sinclair Instead of focusing on their 2016 EP, Melon Collie and the Infinite...