Doom Lover’s Vaudevillian Spectacular at The Middle East opened with the dark crooning of Matthew Connor.
Matthew Connor @ The Middle East Upstairs 6.5.2015
Eric Salt @ Dexter’s Inn 5.29.2015
What do you do when you’re at a wedding and Eric Salt is playing a subtly brilliant version of “Fly By Night” for solo guitar at the conclusion of a wonderfully unique ceremony in scenic Sunapee, NH? You sneak a picture, of course.
Sarah Borges @ Lizard Lounge 5.23.2015
Sarah Borges twanged and rock the Lizard with hooky songs, a crack band and fantastic banter.
Scott Janovitz And The Young Adult Novels @ Lizard Lounge 5.23.2015
A night spent with Scott Janovitz And The Young Adult Novels at the Lizard is a night well spent. He’s got the goods. My Saturday night was well spent.
Abbie Barrett And The Last Date @ Atwood’s Tavern 5.21.2015
Here are some photos of Abbie Barrett And The Last Date. Take a look. They’re a wonderful group of people playing really well written songs. Oh, and they’re an absolute joy to watch. They played the Magen Tracy EP release the other night at Atwood’s. I enjoyed myself. Maybe you would, too. It’s worth a try.
Magen Tracy & The Missed Connections @ Atwood’s Tavern 5.21.2015
Magen Tracy has just released a powerful new EP. To celebrate, she brought The Missed Connections to the cozy confines of Atwood’s for a stellar night of music played by some of my favorite people in town.
Roy Sludge Trio @ Lexington Battle Green BBQ Festival 5.16.2015
There was a lot going on this past weekend. I had dreams of catching a whole bunch of bands at HarpoonFest. I hoped to wander the streets of Somerville taking in the sounds of Porchfest. Neither one panned out. Thankfully, I did make it out to the Lexington Battle Green BBQ Festival to see Roy Sludge. At least I picked a good one. Roy Sludge is a national treasure.
Also, one of these photos was taken by a six year old. I’m not sayin’ which one.
Township @ Atwood’s Tavern 5.7.2015
Township rippin’ new classic riffs is always a sight to behold. Atwood’s was the perfect backdrop for the band’s latest set of timeless tunes.
Animal Talk @ Atwood’s Tavern 5.7.2015
Thanks to Jed Gottlieb putting together this fine show at Atwood’s, I am reminded that Animal Talk are a ton of fun. It’s not like I forgot about their insanely catchy melodies or undeniable groove. I have the knowledge. Sometimes you just need a little nudge to make it feel more real. Like with “don’t read the comments” or “that milkshake looks delicious but you’re lactose intolerant.” Animal Talk are an excellent band that will make you want to move.
(Half of) Aloud @ Atwood’s Tavern 5.7.2015
Look, I know this show at Atwood’s is a tie-in to Jed Gottlieb’s wonderful series of guitar videos, but when Jen & Henry from Aloud take the stage it’s all about the harmonies. And the songs. OK, and the guitars, too.
