Dave Cantor
On His Own
Years after his break-out from rock supergroup Sonic Youth, guitarist Lee Ranaldo finds freedom penning and performing songs in his own, still evolving style. more
Sprouts of Creativity
Longtime Guided by Voices collaborator Tobin Sprout returns to solo concerts. more
Q&A: Earthless
The psychedelic rock band heads to Strange Matter Dec. 12. more
The Making of a Music Town
As Richmond musicians gain national play, those working in the music industry here say it would take building a stronger support system to lift the city’s profile. A few entrepreneurs are aiming to do just that. more
Soundly Stitched
Boston's psychedelic indie rock combo Quilt plays Strange Matter Sept. 7. more
UPDATED: Memories Won’t Go
UB40 plays The Beacon Theatre in Hopewell Aug. 18. more
Dual Nature
Gallery owner BJ Kocen tunes in to musical inspiration for a new double album that ranges from acoustic guitar to full-band sounds. more
Instrumental Exploration
Classically trained contemporary cellist Okkyung Lee moves with ease from conservatory to rock club, coaxing sounds that can seem abrasive and jarring or smooth and flowing. See her July 27 with Swans at The Broadberry. more
Dream Weavers
Dan Auerbach stops at The National with The Arcs on July 19. more
Q&A: Jakob Boeskov
Boeskov’s “Hologram Politics” runs throughout July at Ada Gallery, 228 W. Broad St. 644-0100 or adagallery.com. more
Here Comes Chris
"Rush Hour" funnyman Chris Tucker entertains at the Altria Theater on Friday June 24 more
Mellowed Out
Chris Cornell has gone and swapped his various amped-up ensembles for contemplative acoustic backing. He plays the Carpenter Theatre on June 22 more