If there were any doubt about the amazing talents of Madi Diaz, they were most certainly laid to rest Thursday evening at The Sinclair. Touring behind her sixth full-length release Weird Faith, Diaz and long-time collaborator Adam Popick wove through a set comprised of fan-favorites and new releases—barely a month old—which had the audience swaying and singing along as if they’d been listening to them for years. Not enough can be said about Diaz’s ability of to fill an entire venue—not only with music, but with emotion—using only minimal instrumentation and a voice capable of not just drawing you in,…
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Returning for the first time since opening for Rayland Baxter in 2019, Illiterate Light brought their headlining tour to The Sinclair last Saturday night and once again left us all better for having attended. This dynamic duo of Jeff Gorman and Jake Cochran, known for their DIY ethos and top-of-throat rock anthems, continue to redefine the indie music scene—and their own style—with their electrifying performances. Their recent show was no exception, showcasing a blend of raw energy, heartfelt lyrics, and an engaging stage presence that had every one of us singing, dancing and already eagerly awaiting their return to the…
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From the moment Darlingside took the stage at The Sinclair in Harvard Square, it was clear that this wasn’t just a concert; it was a holiday homecoming to be remembered. The renowned folk quartet-turned-sextet, known for their seamless harmonies and string-driven melodies, delivered an unforgettable performance—both from the stage and in-the-round from the middle of the audience, which will not soon be forgotten by anyone lucky enough to be in attendance. Darlingside, true to their reputation, was nothing short of magical. Even with new touring band members Molly Parden (bass, vocals), Ben Burns (drums, guitar), and Deni Hlavinka (keys, vocals),…
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Monday night shows in Boston aren’t always the best attended affairs, but under the roof of The Sinclair this past Monday, Brent Cobb and his stellar band mates—along with killer opener Ben Chapman—saw fit to fight back against that narrative as they took the crowd on a musical sojourn through the heart of the South. Cobb, a Georgia native, turned the stage into a Southern sanctuary. With a voice as rich as the red clay of his homeland, he delved into the soulful depths of country blues and touched upon the raucous spirit of Southern rock all with a touch…
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Devon Gilfillian‘s “Love You Anyway” tour—the Nashville-based artist’s first headlining tour which is in support of his sophomore album of the same name—hit The Sinclair in Cambridge, and mannnnnn, did they light it up! With opening artists Oh He Dead, this show was an electric cocktail of soul, funk, and pure unadulterated groove. Oh He Dead—a DC-based DC-based indie soul band on tour in support of their own sophomore album, Pretty—kicked things off with infectious grooves and tight instrumentation, getting the crowd grooving from the drop. Their upbeat, soulful sound set the perfect tone for the evening. But when Gilfillian…
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It seemed somewhat poetic that confetti sporadically fell from the ceiling of The Sinclair last night, as the bluegrass super-group Mighty Poplar—Shad Cobb (sitting in for Alex Hargreaves on this run,) Chris Eldridge, Greg Garrison, Andrew Marlin and Noam Pikelny—was finally able to tour behind an album they canned three years ago. Last night’s performance was a celebration of sorts. And the bluegrass diehards and the happening-throughs benefited from the celebration equally. As Noam reminded us all a few times, bluegrass leads to bad decisions. But in the case of these musical luminaries putting the effort in to making this…
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On a chilly February night in Cambridge, Massachusetts we packed ourselves in tight at The Sinclair to fill our souls to the brim with the warm and comforting sounds created by a handful of the most talented musicians to ever share a stage. Bonny Light Horseman and Erin Rae guided a sold-out crowd through a musical collection of songs that made us all forget the outside world for an all too brief moment. I don’t think I have ever seen a group of such talented musicians being so comfortable with each other onstage and creating beautiful harmonies that were on…
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November 15th was a special night for the Music Savage gang. Two of our absolute favorites shared the bill at one of our absolute favorite stomping grounds in the Greater Boston area. North Carolina’s Hiss Golden Messenger and Nashville-based musician Molly Tuttle brought all the Newport Folk energy they collected this year (Molly playing sets at the festival and Hiss appearing at an official after-show) to the packed, NFF loving crowd at The Sinclair in Cambridge. Hiss Golden Messenger has been amassing an adoring fanbase since the debut record, Country Hai East Cotton, was released in 2008. While no songs…
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On November 6th Eric D. Johnson brought his latest and greatest incarnation of Fruit Bats to the Boston area as the tour in support of the their latest album, Gold Past Life, stopped at The Sinclair in Harvard Square. This record is one of the Music Savage gang’s favorites, so we simply had to head out for a Wednesday night show to hear the new songs come to life in one of the best venues in town. The songs on Gold Past Life dig in deep when coming out of your speakers or headphones. Eric and his band create an…
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