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SXSW 2011 Profile: Bodega Girls

Next week, a plethora of Boston bands will make their way to Austin, Texas for the annual South by Southwest music festival and conference. Here, we catch up with Bodega Girls to get their thoughts on performing at SXSW 2011.

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SXSW 2011 Profile: Banditas

Next week, a plethora of Boston bands will make their way to Austin, Texas for the annual South by Southwest music festival and conference. Here, we catch up with Banditas to get their thoughts on performing at SXSW 2011.

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SXSW 2011 Profile: Aloud

Next week, a plethora of Boston bands will make their way to Austin, Texas for the annual South by Southwest music festival and conference. Here, we catch up with Aloud to get their thoughts on performing at SXSW 2011.

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Boston’s Rock ‘n Roll Rumble returns in 2011

After taking 2010 off due to the downfall of WBCN, the Boston Emission’s Rock ‘n Roll Rumble will return this spring. In total, 24 bands will compete over a three-week period in April for the coveted crown. Find out who will compete, inside.

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The Low Anthem celebrate release of new album

It’s been a steady upward climb for The Low Anthem over the past few years. The Providence quartet, who rose to the national stage in 2009′s, is back in the spotlight with the recent release their new album, Smart Flesh. We caught up with the band to discuss the new album and their sold-out show at the Old South Church in Boston tonight.

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The Del Fuegos announce reunion benefit concert

After disbanding in the late 1980s, The Del Fuegos have announced plans to reunite this summer for a special one-off benefit concert. Get all the details on the local legends’s reunion show and its cause, inside.

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Lowell gears up for Winterfest

Lowell is the place to be this weekend as the Mill City hosts its annual Winterfest celebrations on Friday and Saturday. The longtime New England tradition features a wide array of events but of course, we’re most excited to share news on the music at this year’s event. Get all the details, inside.

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Dear Havanah wins 2011 RJL Battle of the Bands

Dear Havanah edged out a very talented field of competing bands to win the 2011 RJL Memorial Battle of the Bands at Showcase Live in Foxboro on Sunday. Get all the details, inside.

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RJL Memorial Battle of the Bands slated for Sunday

The 2011 Ryan J. Lariviere Memorial Fund Battle of the Bands will take place on Sunday, January 30 at Showcase Live in Foxboro. The event will feature eight local bands competing for over $10,000 in prizes. The show will also feature an opening set from American Idol Season Nine finalist Siobhan Magnus and her band Lunar Valve. Learn more about the show and its cause, inside.

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BMS’ Saturday Night Spotlight returns to Copperfields!

Boston Music Spotlight brings its Saturday Night Spotlight Series back to Copperfield’s Saturday night. The show will feature some of the top up-and-coming local acts on two floors. Get all the details and set times inside.