Friday metal night at Middle East Upstairs was a hoot and a holler; local stoners Leather Lung are putting the finishing mixes on their soon-to-be released record and road tested some of the songs last night, all bathed in the psychedelic glow courtesy of The Dregs Liquid Light Show. The verdict? ...
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AROUND MY WAY: THE PULL UP

The latest quarterly expression of their mutual affection, the Pull Up, will showcase the area’s emerging and established talent. But for this unique crew, it’s not just about seeing artists perform live—it’s about the building of community that comes from regular connections, and fixing systems that for too long have denied people an equal shot.
THE PERCEPTIONISTS SURVIVE DEATH TO MAKE ‘RESOLUTION’

One person who isn’t called out by name—the current president of the United States.
FOTOBOM: DR OCTAGON, MR LIF, GOLDEN AGE @ MIDDLE EAST, 02JUN17
Kool Keith celebrates the 20th birthday of seminal hip-hop record Dr. Octagonecologyst with partners Dan the Automator and DJ Qbert in two.
PASS THE MIC: GET READY FOR YOUR UPCOMING CAMBRIDGE SEDER WITH KOSHA DILLZ

Try writing down five things that you are happy with in your life. Maybe instead of going on Instagram and Snapchat in the morning.
SAME SHIT, STL GLD: MOE POPE AND THE ARCITYPE RETURN WITH MORE THAN JUST ANOTHER DOPE RAP ALBUM

SAME SHIT, STL GLD: MOE POPE AND THE ARCITYPE RETURN WITH MORE THAN JUST ANOTHER DOPE RAP ALBUM
FOTOBOM: ULTIMATE PAINTING, EZTV, DOUG TUTTLE @ MIDDLE EAST, 04DEC16
It’s rare for a side project to vault to the top of the priority list, but in Ultimate Painting’s case, it’s hard to argue against it. As far as emphasis on priority, it’s not entirely true; co-leader Jack Cooper continues to release work with Mazes, but Veronica Falls has ...
BANDS + MIDDLE EAST UNITE TO HOST BENEFIT FOR VICTIMS OF CAMBRIDGE FIRE

The benefit proceeds will be donated to those affected and displaced by the fire. Talent includes The James Montgomery Blues Band, Tigerman Woah, Lady Pills, STL GLD, Killer Cortez and more to be announced.
DIG THIS: #TEXTSTYLE, BEER SUMMIT, AND STEAK!

Your to-do list for the week
DIG THIS: SLAYER, BRUINS, BOSTON CARES

A great week for headbangers who like to do volunteer work