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Feel the energy of live music through Ryan Reid's stunning concert photography and vivid recaps that put you front and center!
LØLØ at Mercury Lounge: Sold-out, Sweaty, and Scream-worthy
Heartbreak, but make it loud. That’s the energy LØLØ brought to Mercury Lounge on February 20, turning every breakup, every ghosted text, and every emotionally unavailable ex into fuel for a pop-punk meltdown.
Country with a Kick: Willow Avalon’s Fiery Performance in Hamden
Born and raised in rural Georgia, there’s something about Avalon’s stage presence that feels timeless, like a modern-day June Carter — quick-witted, soulful, and completely unfiltered!
Ethereal Openers & Electrifying moments: Lauren Mayberry at District Music Hall
Lauren Mayberry’s solo career is the kind of artistic leap that feels both unexpected and inevitable. It’s a natural progression, a chance to explore new creative territory while staying true to the emotional core that’s always made her music resonate.
Suspended in Sound: Slowdive at College Street Music Hall
Known for their pioneering role in the shoegaze movement, Slowdive proved that their music transcends time, creating an atmosphere where nostalgia and the present moment collide.
Emo Endures: American Football Packs District Music Hall
It’s wild to think that an album with a blend of intricate guitar work, a lonely trumpet, and heartbroken lyrics would, decades later, be selling out venues packed with fans who weren’t even born when it was released.