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SHANNON AND THE CLAMS/TROPA MAGICA -THE SINCLAIR

SHANNON AND THE CLAMS/TROPA MAGICA -THE SINCLAIR

Shannon and the Clams set a sold-out crowd ablaze at The Sinclair in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In recent years, the Boston area has thrived with a vibrant music scene, offering numerous new and dynamic venues for fans to enjoy their favorite bands. As my career has progressed, I’ve developed a growing appreciation for smaller venues. They provide an intimate, personal atmosphere and a closeness between the audience and artists that large amphitheater shows can’t match. The […]

ME FIRST & THE GIMME GIMMES – LIVE – THE STATE THEATRE

ME FIRST & THE GIMME GIMMES – LIVE – THE STATE THEATRE

I recently had the chance to catch Me First and the Gimme Gimmes on their tour across the country, and I was fortunate enough to see them perform at one of my favorite spots in New England—the State Theatre in Portland, ME. Interestingly, one of the main reasons I initially moved to the Portland area, back when I was just starting out as a photographer, was because of the State Theatre. However, much to my […]

COZY THRONE – LIVE AT HUTGHI’S AT THE NOOK

COZY THRONE – LIVE AT HUTGHI’S AT THE NOOK

Cozy Throne live at Hutghi’s at the Nook in Westfield, MA Photographing and reviewing big shows is always exhilarating, but there’s a unique thrill to capturing the essence of the local music scene. It’s a journey filled with surprises, as hidden gems often lie nestled among random streets, sandwiched between laundry mats and nail salons. These obscure bars exude character, a perfect match for the energy and individuality of the bands gracing their stages. On […]