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FOTOBOM: BOSTON CALLING 2019

Written by Filed Under: Fotobom, MUSIC, Reviews

 

Humans love to use base ten as a function of assigning milestones- is it because we’ve got ten fingers? As such, the 10th anniversary of any particular event carries some additional weight, earned or not. And here we are at the tenth rendition of Boston Calling. Has it delivered on its ...  read more

THIS IS REALLY A LOVE STORY

Written by Filed Under: COLUMNS, Dear Reader

Every line I enter into my computer about the Hub is also part of a love story, because like a parent in the 1950s (or today, I guess) attempting to rationalize smacking their kids, I truly love the objects of my animosity. Oftentimes, it hurts me more than it hurts Boston to level such relentless criticism.

FOTOBOM: BOSTON CALLING 2018

Written by Filed Under: Fotobom, MUSIC

And… that’s a wrap on another edition of Boston Calling. The little festival that could has now entered its second year in super-sized fashion, ironing out some of the kinks that popped up during the inaugural run at the Harvard Athletic Complex. If you haven’t already, please dig ...  read more

DAY THREE: LOCAL MUSIC AND THE ALLURE OF BOSTON CALLING’S CHILL VIBE

Written by Filed Under: MUSIC, Notes from the Scene, Reviews

From Cameron Esposito to Weakened Friends, the closing day of Boston Calling had a laid back vibe more festivals need.

DAY TWO: NATALIE PORTMAN AND THE BEST OF BOSTON CALLING RAP

Written by Filed Under: MUSIC, Notes from the Scene, Reviews

From Tyler, the Creator to Manchester Orchestra, emotional honesty and technical transparency go a long way at Boston Calling.

CHRISTMAS RAPPING: A MUSIC GIFT GUIDE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Written by Filed Under: MUSIC, Notes from the Scene

Get the holiday shopping done early with these hand-picked music gifts from Boston and beyond.