Grand Band Slam: Editor's Picks
Fear Nuttin Band Of the many fine bands to come from Springfield, none seems more powerful to my ears than Fear Nuttin. The raucous energy of hardcore and the tumbling rhythms of Jamaican dancehall combine in their hands to become something with profound groove and...
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Springfield's Symphony Hall is a standing reminder of the enduring ideals of American culture. Erected in 1912, a little after the height of the Greek Revival style, the building's facade includes Corinthian pillars, a customary triangular pediment, and ornate...J.M Dobies
I started "The Bay State Cabaret" with a grant from the Northampton Arts Council to produce an eclectic blend of music, comedy and spoken word. But when the comedy bombed and the spoken word sucked, it quickly became all music. After several shows had done...Between the Lines: The Big Music
The Advocate has long been an observer of Valley music, and, though we'd never give up our critical notions, it's also part of our mission to be a catalyst and an advocate with a small "a." It is with that in mind that we brought some innovations to...E-Edition
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