Calendar Listings

Honky Tonk Tuesday with the Talking Hearts

Tuesday October 6, 2026 7:30 pm
The Burren — Somerville, MA

Pull up your cowboy boots and join the Talking Hearts for Honky Tonk Tuesday on the first Tuesday of each month! Channeling the spirit of country music icons George Jones, Loretta Lynn, and Buck Owens, the Talking Hearts play witty and relatable original songs written by fiddler Rachel Rosenberg about folks who’ve done her wrong….

Sultana

Wednesday October 7, 2026 7:00 pm
Gore Place — Waltham, MA

The duo Sultana weaves history, original songs, and a slideshow for a unique and fun look at U.S. history and legends. In their new program,The American Story in Song, created for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the duo Sultana weaves history, original songs, and a slideshow for a unique…

Wailer Wednesdays with the Duppy Conquerors

Wednesday October 7, 2026 8:00 pm
Lizard Lounge — Cambridge, MA

$12/$15 DOOR The quintessential Bob Marley tribute band – the Duppy Conquerors – is a rich collection of high-caliber musicians playing in tribute to the music of Bob Marley. Nominated for a Boston Music Award, this 10-piece ensemble of veteran musicians embodies a soulful authenticity that honors the artist and his timeless collection. With nearly…

Richard Shindell

Friday October 9, 2026 12:00 am
Second Friday Concerts — Belmont, MA

Ted Leo

Friday October 9, 2026 8:00 pm
Off Cabot — Beverly, MA

Soggy Po Boys/The A-Beez

Friday October 9, 2026 8:00 pm
Lizard Lounge — Cambridge, MA

$20 adv/$25 door Doors 7 The Soggy Po Boys, native to New England, have quickly become an institution. They are spreading the good news of New Orleans music across the northeast and beyond, playing at concert halls and street corners; music festivals and burlesque festivals; bars and libraries; wherever the party requires. Part of the…

Sado-Domestics

Saturday October 10, 2026 4:00 pm
McCarthy's and Toad — Cambridge, MA

Lucy Martinez (vocals, guitar), Chris Gleason (vocals, guitar, banjo), Jimmy Ryan (vocals, mandolin), Jeff Allison (drums), Jim Gray (bass)

Crys Matthews

Saturday October 10, 2026 7:30 pm
Follen Folk Nights — Lexington, MA

A troubadour of truth, Nashville resident Crys Matthews is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-makers. An award-winning, prolific lyricist and composer, Matthews blends Americana, folk, blues, and bluegrass into a bold, complex performance steeped in traditional melodies punctuated by honest, original lyrics. She is made for these times.

Rob Flax's Boom Chick Trio

Saturday October 10, 2026 7:30 pm
Old Sloop Presents — Rockport, MA

Rob Flax will return to Old Sloop Presents Saturday, October 10 with his Boom Chick Trio. Dean Stevens will open the show. Rob Flax possesses a rare combination of skills: he is an award-winning violinist, classically trained but known for his jazz and improvisational pyrotechnics and irresistible grooves, plus a deep knowledge of American fiddle…

Jen Kearney/HELLBENDER

Saturday October 10, 2026 8:00 pm
Lizard Lounge — Cambridge, MA

$20/$25 door 7 Doors Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, Jen Kearney has spent some time seasoning her particular style of original music. Her sound is truly an amalgamation of musical styles including Soul, R&B, Funk, Rock, and Latin. Kearney’s music and attention to lyrics and has met critical acclaim nationally and internationally. Kearney will be celebrating…

Terry Kitchen, Jim Infantino, Jack Byrne

Sunday October 11, 2026 4:00 pm
McCarthy's - Upstairs — Cambridge, MA

Somerville Songwriter Sessions at McCarthy’s presents singer/songwriters Jim Infantino, Terry Kitchen, and Jack Byrne on Sunday afternoon October 11. The show begins at 4:00 pm and admission is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. McCarthy’s is at 1920 Mass. Ave, Cambridge, across from the Porter Square Red Line T station. For advance tickets visit…

Dave Davies: Kinks' Songs and Stories

Tuesday October 13, 2026 7:30 pm

Tickets from $78 Doors open at 5:30

Johnny Blue Skies and the Dark Clouds

Tuesday October 13, 2026 8:00 pm
TD Garden — Boston, MA

Neko Case

Thursday October 15, 2026 7:30 pm
Cary Memorial Hall — Lexington, MA

Tickets go on sale Friday, June 12 at 10am! Show: 7:30pm

Suitcase Junket-"To Go On" Release Night 1

Thursday October 15, 2026 8:00 pm
Lizard Lounge — Cambridge, MA

Suitcase Junket reruns to the Lizard Lounge to support his latest album “To Go On” October 15th and 16th! $25 adv/ $30 door Door 7 “A living, breathing, throat-singing, road-tested, avant-garde, one-man-band who is in a state of perpetual motion… gutsy, fuzzed-out, groove-laden psych rock.” – NPR “Bluesy guitar riffs, tenacious melodies and a singing voice…

Mark Erelli

Friday October 16, 2026 7:00 pm
Iron Horse Music Hall — Northampton, MA

Neko Case

Friday October 16, 2026 7:30 pm

Ellis Paul

Friday October 16, 2026 7:30 pm
Follen Folk Nights — Lexington, MA

755 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA Ellis Paul doesn’t just write songs; he’s a guitar-carrying reporter who covers the human condition and details the hopes, loves, losses of those he observes, turning their stories into luminous pieces of music that get under your skin and into your bloodstream. And much like the artists who have influenced…

The Talking Hearts

Friday October 16, 2026 7:30 pm
The Parlor Room — Northampton, MA

The Talking Hearts are celebrating the release of their new album, Memory Lane, with a honky tonk dance party at the Parlor Room!  Come early for a dance lesson before the show, and you’ll be sure to two-step the night away.

Suitcase Junket-"To Go On" Release Night 2

Friday October 16, 2026 8:00 pm
Lizard Lounge — Cambridge, MA

$25 adv/$30 door Doors 7 “Bluesy guitar riffs, tenacious melodies and a singing voice both weathered and nimble. You don’t need to witness his physics-defying performance to be captivated; the music stands on its own… astonishing.” – WBUR Boston The Suitcase Junket — the intriguing songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Matt Lorenz — weds the sensibilities of early blues…