Music
8 artists bringing the British jazz invasion to Newport
Here’s a look at how Newport Jazz Festival will showcase the past, present and future of British jazz and adjacent music during its Aug. 1-3 run at Fort Adams State...
Our favorite local music from July
This month's music roundup brings an angsty song layered with the irony of adulthood, a laid-back yet turned up hip-hop project, a compilation album inspired by a crowd-pleasing food, and...
The Dropkick Murphys ask 'Who'll Stand With Us?'
It’s been nearly 30 years since the Dropkick Murphys formed in Quincy. The band is out with a new album, "For the People," with lyrics that are pointed and aimed...
Passion Pit wants to hear your feedback
Michael Angelakos is reinventing Passion Pit, using residencies to workshop new music and engage fans directly. By sharing unfinished songs and embracing listener feedback he’s shaping the band’s future sound....
10 ways to enjoy Latin music in Greater Boston this summer
There are no shortages of Latin music events happening this summer in Greater Boston. Here are just a few of them.
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6 places to sip, snack and listen to vinyl in Greater Boston
An increasing number of bars, restaurants and shops are getting in on the vinyl rush, providing top-of-the-line listening experiences for audiophiles in Greater Boston, with tasty bites and beverages on...
Our favorite local music from June
This month's music roundup brings a punk rock concept album inspired by a deck of playing cards, an Americana take on a Revolutionary soundtrack, and an irony-laden album that deliver...
Introducing Padma, WBUR’s favorite local Tiny Desk Contest entry
The Southborough singer-songwriter wowed judges with the wry relatability of her song "Good Sign."
10 years on, BAMS Fest is the people's music festival
The annual Boston Art and Music Soul Festival is this Saturday, July 28, and it’s an important milestone for the organization, according to founder Catherine T. Morris. "The fact that...
Singer-songwriter YANINA voted Mass. Tiny Desk fan favorite
WBUR audiences choose YANINA as their favorite of 17 Massachusetts finalists selected by a panel of local judges.
WBUR's local Tiny Desk Contest superlatives
More than 200 Massachusetts musicians entered NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest this year. Here are some of the local entries that stood out.
Listen: Mighty Mystic looks at loss through a reggae lens
On his new song “Lost My Friend,” the Boston artist processes the grief he felt from losing three people close to him within months of one another. “I want somebody...
A guide to summer's classical music festivals
From the Boston Symphony Orchestra in Tanglewood to a collection of concerts at Newport mansions, the summer is brimming with opportunities to experience classical music. WBUR arts critic Lloyd Schwartz...
14 albums by New England musicians to listen to this summer
This summer's album releases bring a rich and eclectic listening experience for anyone sampling locally made music, from hip-hop to blues to jazz and beyond.
Preserving the legacy of '80s Boston rock band Salem 66
The art-rock band played alongside other musicians of the underground music scene, like Dinosaur Jr. and The Pixies. Despite the success, the band’s discography wasn’t available on streaming until now.
As Kay’s Oasis closes, Boston’s Caribbean nightlife starts a new chapter
Over the years Kay’s Oasis in Mattapan has been the site of countless reggae concerts, sound system dance nights and milestone celebrations. As Kay's closes, a new Caribbean venue has...
Our favorite local music from May
This month's local music roundup offers a study in charting something new, from two Berklee jazz professors' expansive improvisation to a trio of rap upstarts with a vivid, inventive LP...
A resurrected Toad returns to Cambridge
The pint-sized neighborhood watering hole and music venue in Porter Square has returned after more than a year-long hiatus, showcasing local music seven nights a week with no cover charge.
Like a giant lazy Susan, Boston Calling debuts new rotating stage
The music festival returns to Harvard University’s athletics complex this weekend with a few additions, including a massive, rotating stage. It replaces the two performance platforms that have occupied the...
Somerville art rock band sidebody says making music is for everyone
sidebody is preparing to play Boston Calling for the first time this weekend. They will bring songs with their whimsical charm.