Category: Events

This Week on BIRN Alive: VINX, Saturday, Aug 5 at 4:00 pm on birn1

VINX is undoubtedly one of the most gifted improvisational vocalists performing today. With songs that range from jazz to funk, bossa nova to blues and back again, each audience takes a world tour with VINX as their private guide. Soaring vocals, intricate layered melodies and grooves, and his primal hand drum holding it all together mark the signature style that makes VINX a stand out. Infused with tastes from around the world, his songwriting is a tour de force combining the best in storytelling with the heart and soul of a true balladeer. Continue reading “This Week on BIRN Alive: VINX, Saturday, Aug 5 at 4:00 pm on birn1”

Dreamer & Son, usLights & The Penthouse: Live from the Red Room, Wednesday, Aug 2 at 7:00 pm on birnCORE

Dreamer & Son is a dreamy, alt-rock quartet from Boston. Formed in 2015, this collective came together from across the United States to chase a hauntingly similar dream. With their authentic, unique take on rock music, they aim to break down the barriers of genre. Fans of artists such as the Killers, Moose Blood, and Walk the Moon will all find something familiar in their ambient verses, memorable hooks, and explosive live performances. Continue reading “Dreamer & Son, usLights & The Penthouse: Live from the Red Room, Wednesday, Aug 2 at 7:00 pm on birnCORE”

This Week on BIRN Alive: Alondra Ladd, Saturday, July 29 at 4:00 pm on birn1

Alondra Ladd is a singer, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, composer and educator, currently based out of Berklee College of Music. Born to a family of successful touring musicians in Mexico, Ladd began experimenting with the violin in middle school, and performed with The Newark Greater Youth Orchestra while in high school. She began writing and performing her own songs when she was 18 years old.

Currently, she leads her own reggae and latin-influenced 7-piece ensemble Miss Cactus and the Desert.

Self Portraits, LANDS and Enta Tenta: Live from the Red Room, Wednesday, July 26 at 8:00 pm on birnCORE

Self Portraits offers a big, modern rock sound and catchy hooks, while pushing the envelope with soaring guitars and technically
difficult, but accessible music. Check out an acoustic version of their song “Time”: Continue reading “Self Portraits, LANDS and Enta Tenta: Live from the Red Room, Wednesday, July 26 at 8:00 pm on birnCORE”

Elliot Taylor, BAERD & The Tree That Falls: Live from the Red Room, Saturday, July 22 at 7:00 pm on birnCORE

 

Elliot Taylor, who was named Sky TV’s best, unsigned live act, has a sound that is unrefined, soulful, and genuine. Taylor draws his lyrical inspiration from traveling the northern English countryside in his 1970 VW camper van, “Bessie.” He has also received BBC Radio 1 airplay and has been featured on several indie film soundtracks. Continue reading “Elliot Taylor, BAERD & The Tree That Falls: Live from the Red Room, Saturday, July 22 at 7:00 pm on birnCORE”

Colombia le Canta a Boston with Joseito Oviedo: Live from the Red Room, Friday, Jul 21 at 7:00 pm on birnCORE

Hailing from the state of Arauca in the eastern plains of Colombia, singer-songwriter Joseito Oviedo gives a performance to celebrate Colombian independence. His music blends the virtuosic nature of traditional joropo music with a modern flare. Joining Oviedo for this very special occasion are current Berklee students Naty “Nativa” Hernández (vocals) and Juan Ruiz (clarinet), as well as Berklee alumna Esther Rojas (bass).

This performance is given in collaboration with the Boston Colombian Committee.

Call Security and Migrant Motel: Live from the Red Room, Thursday, July 20 at 8:00 pm on birnCORE

Based out of Providence, Rhode Island, Call Security is the 2017 winner of 95.5 WBRU’s Rock Hunt contest. They blend a variety of influences into a unique, dynamic sound, that treads the line between modern and vintage. Known for delivering live shows that burst with energy, Call Security is quickly gaining recognition for their unique talents as songwriters, musicians, and performers.  Continue reading “Call Security and Migrant Motel: Live from the Red Room, Thursday, July 20 at 8:00 pm on birnCORE”

Brenna Carroll, Ben Higginbotham, and Toledo: Live at the Red Room, Wednesday, July 19 at 7:00 pm on birnCORE

Three gorgeous Boston/Berklee-based acts (and I don’t say that lightly) take the stage at Cafe 939 for a FREE show! Bring a hard hat. They just might blow the roof off the place.

Brenna Carroll is a singer-songwriter from the Washington, D.C., area. She enjoys writing and arranging music for herself as well as for other artists in the pop, folk, and R&B genres. She has performed frequently around Boston and New York City in addition to Valencia, Spain. Continue reading “Brenna Carroll, Ben Higginbotham, and Toledo: Live at the Red Room, Wednesday, July 19 at 7:00 pm on birnCORE”