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Modest Mouse on stage at MGM Music Hall on Wednesday.

GALLERY: Modest Mouse return to Boston for 2025 fall tour

By Kate Kotlyar October 21, 2025

Alternative rock band Modest Mouse returned to MGM Music Hall at Fenway on Wednesday for their 2025 fall tour. Opening act Built to Spill joined Modest Mouse on select dates, including the Boston show...

Sam Fender on stage. The English singer-songwriter played his first ever show in Boston at  Roadrunner Boston, a live music venue, on Wednesday.

REVIEW: At the Roadrunner, Sam Fender gives us everything he has

By Gabby Church September 22, 2025
After releasing his third studio album, “People Watching,” in February, Sam Fender played to a crowd of 82,500 at London Stadium, headlined three shows at his hometown’s St. James’ Park and even toured a few U.S. cities in the spring — but not Boston. In fact, Fender had never played a show in Boston before Wednesday, so when the northern Englishman finally announced the New England tour stop alongside additional U.S. dates on May 27, it was to much anticipation: The general sale sold out instantly.
Dalton and the Sheriffs plays their set on the Green Stage at Boston Calling.

Dalton and the Sheriffs called in to kickstart summer at Boston Calling

By Kate Kotlyar June 1, 2025
Doors for the Boston Calling Music Festival opened at 1 p.m. May 23, but Brian Scully didn’t know he was performing until he got the call at 10:30 that morning.
Lucy Dacus performing with her band Sunday. Dacus played two shows at MGM Music Hall at Fenway Sunday and Monday.

REVIEW: And the crowd is…crying? Lucy Dacus’ talent for emotional storytelling was clear at her Boston stop

By Emma Clement and Holly Gustavsen April 22, 2025
Singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus, along with openers jasmine.4.t and Katie Gavin, performed at MGM Music Hall April 20 and 21, marking the fourth stop on Dacus’ “Forever is a Feeling” tour.
Ida performs at the Crystal Ballroom in Somerville.

GALLERY: Tsunami and Ida reunite for ‘Coin Toss’ Tour

By Angelica Vivas March 25, 2025
Indie rock bands Tsunami and Ida played the second stop of their co-headline “Coin Toss” tour at the Crystal Ballroom in Somerville Sunday.
David Shaw sings and plays the guitar at his concert.

GALLERY: Take a look inside David Shaw’s concert at Brighton Music Hall

By Addison Schmidt March 4, 2025
David Shaw performed at Brighton Music Hall Saturday with Angel White as the opener.
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist

Rocking out has gotten out of hand | Mad Women

By Hailey Pitcher February 28, 2025
Fainting incidents aren’t all that uncommon anymore. But were concerts always such high-tension events? In recent years, concert etiquette has declined. There has been a noticeable increase in the amount of attendees fainting and falling ill during concerts following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Finneas plays the guitar at his concert. Finneas stopped at MGM Music Hall at Fenway on Friday as a stop on his “For Cryin’ Out Loud!” tour. COURTESY OF MURIEL MARGARET

REVIEW: Finneas steps into his own spotlight at MGM Music Hall

By Priyal Patel February 26, 2025
As Finneas settled in front of the piano, the first somber notes of “Starfucker” echoed throughout the venue. The dark blue lighting put a spotlight directly on him, just as the song spotlighted his vocal talent and ability. 
Jake Luppen, lead vocalist and guitarist, singing at MGM Music Hall at Fenway.

GALLERY: Hippo Campus brought a ‘warm glow’ to Boston

By Talia Lissauer February 10, 2025
The indie rock band Hippo Campus performed at MGM Music Hall at Fenway on Friday as a stop on their “Flood Tour.”
Iris Ren | Senior Graphic Artist

A beginner’s guide to Phoebe Bridgers | Liv Listens

By Olivia Stapleton February 9, 2025
Recently, I had a friend tell me she was interested in listening to Phoebe Bridgers. If you haven’t been living under a rock, chances are that you’ve at least heard of her before. However, if you’ve never gotten around to listening, that’s okay, because I’m here to help.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Ask Abby (Or Analise): The ultimate Valentine’s Day gift guide for every type of romance 

By Analise Bruno January 26, 2025
Valentine's Day is the Superbowl of holidays for serious relationships. Whether it’s been one year or five — it’s your time to shine.  Not everything can be wrapped up with a bow, but some things can. If you’re in the market for tangible gifts, listen up.
Chelsea Cutler and Jeremy Zucker performing together at the Boch Center Wang Theatre.

GALLERY: Chelsea Cutler and Jeremy Zucker were good to Boston

By Holly Gustavsen, Photo Co-Editor December 8, 2024
Singers Chelsea Cutler and Jeremy Zucker performed at the Boch Center Wang Theatre on Nov. 22 as part of “Brent Forever: The Tour.”
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