Archives for June 2023
FOTOBOM: YOUNG THE GIANT + MILKY CHANCE @ LEADER BANK PAVILION
FOTOBOM: TINARIWEN + GARCIA PEOPLES @ THE SINCLAIR
The sub-Saharan nomadic culture known as Tuareg that spans several north African countries has a couple of rising stars in Mdou Moctar and Bombino but as far as I know it was Tinariwen who helped raise global awareness of this music form. Hailing from Mali, the outfit is known for their blues-based ...
Want List Honors Tim Haslett, Brother Cleve, Offers Gems From Legendary Vinyl Collections
“A dizzying collection of not-your-typical music: Indian “Bollywood” soundtracks, funk and disco, punk, film soundtracks, and a ridiculous amount of exotica from around the world.”
Dig This: The First-Ever Beantown Beanfest
Featuring “vendors and activities all related to beans, which are a common denominator across cultures and cuisines.”
State Wire: Advocates Push For ‘Tax Fairness’ With Expanded Child Tax Credits
"They're also putting that money right back into their local economies."
Dig This: Embrace Boston’s Second Annual Juneteenth Festival
“Bringing together local, state and national leaders to amplify anti-racism and a vision for a transformed Boston by 2030.”
Win Two Red Sox Tickets, A Signed David Ortiz Jersey, And $100 In Free Weed
We couldn’t think of a better way to jump into baseball season
Mass Lawmakers Hear Testimony On Cannabis Testing, Medical Access
“We recognize there’s a problem that threatens our industry and it can be solved with more oversight.”
Dig This: Night Shift Partners With Boston Proud For Pride Events
Kickoff party, new beer, comedy night, and more
FOTOBOM: BACKSEAT LOVERS + FIELD MEDIC @ ROADRUNNER
I’ve been to a few sold out shows at Roadrunner but have yet to see a pre-doors opening line that stretched from the entrance on Guest St, wrapped down Life St and nearly reached North Beacon. Since there were still 30 minutes until doors as I walked past, I’m sure people were ...