Music has always told a version of history not quite captured by the history books. It is a universal language with the ability to reflect social attitudes and environments in a way no other medium can achieve. This is true for every genre of music throughout history, as each one – every individual song within … Continue reading
Guitarist and frontman Daniel Sheron stepped onto the stage, eyes sparkling, his signature walrus mustache failing to hide the beaming grin underneath. He was flanked by three equally radiant band mates, bassist Ben (Bronco) Mower, guitarist Carl Osterlof, and drummer Seth Mower. For the Mower brothers, this was a hometown show, a reunion of old … Continue reading
In the era of DIY hip hop, it’s not hard to find someone who makes music on Soundcloud. But it is hard to find one of them that stands out. Boston-based artist Tashawn Taylor has managed to shine through the monotony with his latest EP, ‘Women Make Me Strong.’ Containing just three fiery tracks, the … Continue reading
Boston-based group The Arkadian is ready to raise the bar for the entire (albeit niche) genre of video game rock with their debut single “Rainbow Road.” The track, which will appear on the EP coming out in early April, is an intricate masterpiece that combines creative lyrics with tightly delivered hard rock- and metal-inspired instrumentation … Continue reading
There’s nothing quite like going to a show in a band’s hometown. Especially if the band is Boston’s infamous Human Sexual Response, an 80’s cult favorite that hasn’t played more than a small handful of shows in the past two decades. It was a brisk Friday night, and House of Blues was packed with middle-aged … Continue reading
Believe it or not, one of the safest places in the world is in the midst of a punk show. No, I don’t mean the most tranquil or peaceful place in the world – necessarily – and I don’t mean you won’t get any bruises. But that’s all part of the fun. Underneath the aggressive, … Continue reading
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