Paramore dominated day one of Boston Calling. So why weren't they a headliner?
Notes From the Scene
THE FRESHMAN 15: RISING LOCAL MUSICIANS TO WATCH
While these artists aren’t new to making music, they're at the early stages of their careers — and we can’t wait to see how they flourish.
LOUD AND CLEAR: BOSTON MUSICIANS TAKE THE LIVE STAGE
If you want to understand Boston’s local music, then you’ve got to see our city’s musicians perform live at these five shows.
DARKLANDS: TURNING A BREAK-UP INTO A BUILD-UP
With a bit of friendly convincing and the usual self-doubt, Providence’s emo punk act finds their sound for their new record.
LAKE STREET DIVE: A NEW VOICE IN HARD TIMES
It's a new year for Boston's renowned live act and with it comes a new fire burning beneath them.
OOMPA: THE POETIC JUSTICE OF ROXBURY’S MOST POSITIVE RAPPER
How a Roxbury poet-turned-rapper is making a career off of hyper-reflective truth and optimistic perseverance.
CLIFF NOTEZ: FIVE LESSONS FOR JUGGLING COMMUNITY WORK
The musician, filmmaker, photographer, writer, producer, and founder of HipStory dishes out tips about how to get involved in Boston's music & arts scene without burning out.
RELOAD: EVERY BAND FOR GUN SAFETY
Why local artists like Today Junior, Bruvs, and more are rallying to raise funds for gun violence prevention.
PREMIERE: TODAY JUNIOR – “FAKE INTENTIONS”
Boston's poppy surf rock trio tease their upcoming album, Single Forever, with their catchiest song yet.
GIA GREENE: HOW TO MAKE AN UNEXPECTED SPECTACLE
After an unexpected surgery, the Berklee graduate and Allston indie rocker finally releases her debut album.