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'Boston Calling' Music Festival
Producer Mike Snow talks about the two-day event coming to City Hall Plaza.
The National leads pack at Boston Calling festival
Aaron Dessner is looking forward to attending Boston Calling not only as a performer with his band the National, but also as a patron. By Sarah Rodman
Movies | Critic’s Notebook
In praise of the less-popular pleasures of the big screen
In praise of the less-popular pleasures of the big screenAside from a handful of box office hits, the old-fashioned theatrical film is under assault. Globe critic Ty Burr’s take on how the communal sense of wonder is falling by the wayside.
summer | world music
A Tribe Called Red reinvent the Powwow
A Tribe Called Red reinvent the PowwowUntil DJ NDN and DJ Bear Witness came up with the Electric Pow Wow concept in 2008, a Native American electronic club night had yet to be invented.
summer | country music
Jason Aldean finds his own path to the big leagues
Jason Aldean finds his own path to the big leaguesWhen the country superstar comes to Fenway Park, he arrives as one of the summer’s most hotly anticipated acts.
summer | dance
Michelle Dorrance, making tap for the 21st century
Michelle Dorrance, making tap for the 21st centuryOne of the hottest tap artists of her generation, 33-year-old Dorrance is known for creating tight, polished choreography within lively theatrical contexts.
summer | jazz
Ravi Coltrane lives up to his name
Ravi Coltrane lives up to his nameOver the past 15 years the saxophonist and composer has released six critically acclaimed albums as a leader and made innumerable recordings as a sideman.
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Summer Arts preview: Critic’s picks
Eighty critic’s picks of art, theater, dance, and music events around Boston and beyond this summer.
Boston comes alive with summer fests
Los Lobos, Ricky Skaggs, and Angelique Kidjo are slated to descend on Boston for a pair of festivals.
