Hold the needle drop. Cambridge's secret haven of obscure wax, Weirdo Records, announced they are closing their doors after nine years as a business.
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VOCAL LESSONS: PATRICK WATSON TURNS MUSIC INTO ADULT FAIRYTALES
Canadian singer-songwriter Patrick Watson talks adult fairytales and vocal advice before playing The Sinclair.
SPECIAL FEATURE: MESTRES OF THE UNIVERSE
Capoeira has gained popularity and respect among Bostonians, even as the debate over appropriation kicks in New England.
HEIST ANXIETY: THE MYTH OF MASS MEDIA OUTRAGE OVER STOLEN ART
There is an unhealthy divide in the Boston media in which a handful of mega outlets dominate the narrative, rarely allowing information from the lower rung to penetrate.
DAY THREE: PIXIES MAKE BOSTON CALLING PROUD
Boston Calling Spring 2015 wrapped up with a Pixies' homecoming return that made Boston rightfully proud.
AUTUMN AUDIO: BOSTON CALLING ANNOUNCES FALL 2015 LINEUP
On September 25 to 27, City Hall Plaza will see headliners The Avett Brothers, alt-J, and Alabama Shakes pave the way for Boston Calling's fall 2015 edition.
DAY TWO: GIRLS RUN THE WORLD AT BOSTON CALLING
In a sea of sexist festivals, Boston Calling lets women run the world thanks to St. Vincent and Marina and the Diamonds.
LIFE ON THE LEFT BANK: MAY FLOWERS
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DAY ONE: BOSTON CALLING IS CASUALLY COOL
Boston Calling winds up becoming the chillest version of a festival thanks to Beck, Tame Impala, and Sharon Van Etten.
NOISEMAKERS: MELT-BANANA DO AMERICA BETTER THAN AMERICANS
Japanese noise rock duo Melt-Banana talk international struggles, karaoke, and hanging with Steve Albini.