It’s a shame Johnny L wasn’t in this morning, as we had the bass player from his all-time favorite band on air for a chat. Tom Hamilton reminisced with us and talked about “the funniest fundraiser in Boston.” Urban Improv‘s Banned in Boston takes place on Friday, April 10. Click here for details and click through for our chat with Tom. More
When in Nashville, do as the locals do. Since relocating to Tennessee a few months ago, this seems to have been Steven Tyler of Aerosmith’s approach after announcing in an October Twitter Q&A session that he intended to record a country album, an endeavor he’s well in the process of completing. More
In the history of the Super Bowl Halftime Show, it’s safe to say that we’ve seen more duds than studs (looking at you, Up With People). But over time, it has become a greater production, a greater spectacle, and in turn, it’s difficult to argue that its quality hasn’t improved, too. More
Looking for another reason to get stoned in Boston? Laser shows, bro. Aerosmith, bro. Just when you thought the two couldn’t get any cooler, they combine forces at the Museum of Science Planetarium to shred everyone’s mind. More
In a panel reserved for only the most extremely important political decision-making, the Massachusetts Statehouse is currently mulling over what should be the official “State Rock Song.” Yesterday, the Joint Committee on State Administration held a public hearing on the issue because — like affordable housing and employment opportunities — an officially determined rock song is something every state needs. The contenders: “Dream On” by Aerosmith and “Roadrunner” by the Modern Lovers. Here, we aid the pols in their heavy choice by grading each song in some important categories. More
If you think sauntering into the bar reeking of mistletoe and Christmas cheer is going to get you through the weekend, you’re going to end up on the naughty list. Don’t get yourself caught in your speedo and Santa hat with nothing to say, like a half-shaved deer in the headlights. Read up before you drink up. This week’s pre-bar exam (holiday edition!) is here to help with topical small talk, pick-up lines, and bar stunts. More
The ballot for the 2013 Boston Music Awards was revealed today, and with it comes what is probably the second biggest event of the local music scene every year: Bitching about the Boston Music Awards. If you happen to have friends in bands, or be in one yourself, you’re likely to see a deluge of complaints in your social media feeds for the next few days. Then we’ll do the whole thing all over again as the Dec. 8 event approaches. This is as it should be, because if there’s one thing that we do better than churn out good music around here, it’s constantly pick apart and whine about every other fucking thing. More
