Canadian singer/songwriter Allison Russell’s Outside Child made two lists. And so did Little Simz’s Sometime I Might Be Introvert.
Scott McLennan
Rock Concert Review: Bob Dylan X 2 — Performing in Boston and Providence
At 80 years old, Bob Dylan sounds imperturbable and fierce.
Coming Attractions: November 29 Through December 12 — What Will Light Your Fire
As the age of Covid-19 wanes (or waxes?), Arts Fuse critics supply a guide to film, dance, visual art, theater, and music. Please check with venues about whether the event is available by streaming or is in person. More offerings will be added as they come in.
Concert Review: Billy Strings — “A Big Ball in Boston”
Once again, Billy Strings pulled an exhilarating assemblage of musical influences under a big tent.
Arts Reconsideration: The 1971 Project – Celebrating a Great Year in Music (November Entry)
Arts Fuse writers continue their countdown of great music celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. This month’s diverse list includes John Lee Hooker, Víctor Jara, The Grateful Dead, Grand Funk Railroad, and Yes.
Country Album Review: Billy Strings’s “Renewal” — Bluegrass’s Brightest New Star
This is an amazing follow-up to Billy Strings’s Grammy-winning Home album.
Rock Concert Review: The Black Crowes — Flying High
You would never suspect from this big ol’ rock ’n’ roll show that The Black Crowes was essentially toast just a few years ago.
Concert Review: Dead and Company Still Alive and Kickin’
This was a generous two-set show whose imaginative pacing spotlit exploratory jams and interesting reconstructions of classic Dead fare.
Blues Album Review: Christone “Kingfish” Ingram’s “662” — A Mature Triumph
662 will appeal to hard-core blues fans along with those who want more of a hyphenated blues sound, be it blues-rock, blues-funk or blues-pop.
Arts Reconsideration: The 1971 Project — Celebrating a Great Year in Music (July Entry)
Arts Fuse writers continue their countdown of great music celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and this month’s list includes Little Feat, Jonathan Edwards, Hot Tuna, The Red Detachment of Women, and Jimmy Witherspoon & Eric Burdon.