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John Prine tribute to honor a singer-songwriter whose humanity could be heard in every verse

A casualty of the pandemic, his stature seems to have only grown in the months since his death.

With no official guidance, houses of worship hit a cautious note on singing

Government is mum on the dangers of singing during the coronavirus crisis, leaving faith leaders to find their own way.

Clarinetist calls on musicians to #taketwoknees for Black lives

“People are still dying out there,” Anthony McGill said. “We should all be on our knees right now trying to stop this nonsense.”

Dropkick Murphys (and Springsteen) fill an empty Fenway with big-hearted showmanship

The band tore through a 28-song set for their livestreamed show, while paying tribute to those affected by the pandemic and soliciting donations for charities.

Musician for hire brings serenade ‘magic’ to sidewalks and lawns
Gian Carlo Buscaglia has been playing for people stuck at home since early May.

Campaign aims to resurrect Great Scott under new ownership
The club's longtime booker is hoping to raise $150,000 from investors to assume ownership of the shuttered rock club and sign a lease.

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Gramophone not required: Boston Public Library’s vast archive of digitally preserved 78s is just a click away

From Caruso to "cowboy" songs, any music lover can happily explore a collection of 50,000 tracks dating back more than a century.

Alone in his apartment, a YouTube powerhouse cranks out more video game covers

Carlos Eiene independently arranges, records, and produces it all in a small apartment near Kenmore Square.

8 ways to celebrate Bob Dylan’s birthday

The big day calls for songs, movies, and a bottle of whiskey.

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For music fans, all the world’s a screen

Live streams of classical performances have never been more plentiful, or more necessary.

With virtual choirs and celebrity guests, Boston Children’s Chorus keeps young singers connected

A socially distanced performance of Keb’ Mo’s “Let Your Light Shine” features the blues rocker himself.

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These masked singers are way ahead of the (flattened) curve

For some, it’s shtick, for others a disguise. Either way, some artists will have an advantage when it’s safe to enjoy live music again.

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From the Alan Lomax Archive, hope amid ‘Hard Times’

The songs in the collection aren’t just about adversity, but about overcoming it.

Here’s how to watch Dropkick Murphys’ livestream concert from Fenway Park tonight

Watch live now. The band's concert will include a remote guest appearance by Bruce Springsteen.