The Middle East Upstairs
concert hallDedicated 194-person-capacity concert space within The Middle East entertainment complex in Cambridge, hosting local and touring live music acts. Part of a multi-venue restaurant/nightclub known for being a central fixture of the Boston area rock-club scene.
Upcoming Events (41)
ESA, Pixel Grinder, Asphodel Ivory , DJARED
Boston's Middle East Upstairs hosts a high-energy electronic/DJ night with ESA, Pixel Grinder, Asphodel Ivory, and DJARED. Expect industrial-tinged beats, a gritty club vibe, and nonstop dancing in the intimate upstairs room.
Little Image, Smilley
Two indie/alternative rock acts, Little Image and Smilley, headline a show at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect guitar-driven indie rock, intimate upstairs vibes, and a lively evening of new releases on May 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM.
Shakedown Citi
Shakedown Citi brings a psychedelic-tinged rock show to the Middle East Upstairs in Boston. A high-energy live set in an intimate room, blending gritty riffs with spacey textures.
Wound Man, Search Warrant, Life Abuse, Battery March
Part of the Mostly Fast Shit Presents series, this high-energy hardcore punk show brings Wound Man, Search Warrant, Life Abuse, and Battery March to Middle East - Upstairs in Boston. Expect raw riffs, moshing, and an intimate, sweaty venue vibe.
Theo Kandel
Theo Kandel performs a pop/singer-songwriter set at Boston's Middle East Upstairs. An intimate, melodic night of original songs and storytelling in a classic indie venue, perfect for fans of heartfelt vocals and catchy hooks.
Tribute Night: STP, Tool & Metallica Tributes
Boston's Middle East Upstairs hosts a high-energy rock tribute night featuring Stone Temple Posers, 7empest, and Master of Beers paying homage to STP, Tool and Metallica. Expect crowd-pleasing setlists spanning alternative rock to heavy metal in a lively venue atmosphere.
Jammin with You
Rock night at Boston's historic Middle East Upstairs on May 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM UTC as Jammin with You delivers high-energy guitar riffs and crowd-ready hooks in an intimate upstairs setting. A quintessential city-venue experience with raw energy and close-up live performance.
Antichrist Siege Machine w/ Wrathprayer, Ancient Torment, Corrosives
Boston hosts a brutal metal lineup as Antichrist Siege Machine headlines with Wrathprayer, Ancient Torment, and Corrosives at the Middle East Upstairs. Expect high-energy death and black metal riffs in an intimate, loud venue that delivers a wall of sound and a rowdy crowd.
Tunneling / School / Merry Brigade / Tovarisch
An indie/alternative rock night featuring Tunneling, School, Merry Brigade, and Tovarisch at Boston's Middle East Upstairs. Expect gritty guitar hooks, energetic rhythms, and intimate club vibes in a quintessential New England venue.
Grant Knoche
Catch Grant Knoche live in Boston as he blends pop with shimmering synth textures at Middle East Upstairs. An intimate evening of catchy melodies and electronic vibes in a classic venue.
Kerosene Heights with Dear Maryanne, Ogbert The Nerd, Blame It on Whitman
Kerosene Heights headlines a night of high-energy alternative rock at Boston's iconic Middle East Upstairs, with Dear Maryanne, Ogbert The Nerd, and Blame It on Whitman delivering gripping guitars and catchy riffs.
King Tuff, Mod Lang
Two-act garage-rock bill featuring King Tuff and Mod Lang at Boston's Middle East Upstairs. Expect punchy riffs, loud guitars, and a high-energy, intimate venue vibe that delivers raw indie-rock power.
Jesse Solomon
Experience sultry R&B vibes as artist Jesse Solomon headlines an evening at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. The 7:00 PM show brings intimate, soul-forward tunes to a classic venue, with tickets via Ticketweb.
Ty Fly w/ Thunderslug
Catch Ty Fly with Thunderslug for an R&B/funk powered night at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. A high-energy live show in an iconic venue with soulful grooves and tight funk rhythms. Doors at 7:00 PM on May 26, 2026.
Electro Politics, The Rins, Briar Circle
A high-energy rock triple bill at Boston’s Middle East Upstairs featuring Electro Politics, The Rins, and Briar Circle. Expect punchy guitars, tight rhythms, and an intimate, raucous club atmosphere in a storied venue.
Metal Night: Catching Hell, One Fall, Execution Style, Magic Thinking Ape
A high-energy metal night at Boston's Middle East Upstairs featuring Catching Hell, One Fall, Execution Style, and Magic Thinking Ape. Expect heavy riffs, pounding drums, and a roaring crowd in an iconic, intimate venue.
Wrought Iron Hex, Spectacle, Osis, Bastard Leg
Four-band rock night at Middle East Upstairs in Boston featuring Wrought Iron Hex, Spectacle, Osis, and Bastard Leg. Expect hard-hitting riffs and high-energy live performance in an intimate upstairs venue.
Himalayas
Indie rock outfit Himalayas headlines Boston's Middle East Upstairs for an intimate evening of guitar-driven tunes. Expect sharp hooks and a hypnotic live show in a classic club setting.
Joshua Ray Walker
Country artist Joshua Ray Walker headlines Middle East Upstairs in Boston, delivering alt-country with sharp guitar, twangy melodies, and storytelling. The intimate upstairs venue promises an energetic set with fan favorites and new material.
Andres, In Angles, Resilia Live in Boston
Post-hardcore rock night headlined by Andres, In Angles, and Resilia at the Middle East Upstairs in Boston. A high-energy, intimate live show with blistering guitar work and crowd-ready energy in a classic venue.
Sace6
Experience Sace6 delivering gritty alternative rock at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. This high-energy live show blends punchy guitars with spirited vocals in an intimate upstairs venue, promising a memorable night of modern rock.
Future Nobodies
Future Nobodies bring indie/alternative rock to Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect driving guitars, punchy melodies, and a high-energy live set in a classic club atmosphere that’s perfect for fans of catchy, modern rock.
Ally Nicholas, Shyeye, Sir Echo
Three pop artists—Ally Nicholas, Shyeye, and Sir Echo—perform at Boston’s iconic Middle East Upstairs. Expect catchy hooks, polished vocals, and an intimate, club-like atmosphere as this night spot hosts a memorable evening of contemporary pop.
Kelsy Karter & The Heroines
Kelsy Karter & The Heroines deliver a high-energy rock show at Boston’s Middle East Upstairs. Expect punchy guitars, bold vocals, and crowd-chantable anthems in a buzzing, intimate club atmosphere.
Sidewalk Driver, Black Helicopter, Miskatonik
Three acts—Sidewalk Driver, Black Helicopter, and Miskatonik—hit Boston's Middle East Upstairs for an alt-rock night. Expect buzzing guitars, punchy riffs, and a high-energy live show in an intimate upstairs venue.
Cold Court
Rock band Cold Court headlines a show at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect electric guitars, punchy riffs, and a high-energy night in a classic indie venue. Tickets available through TicketWeb.
Kenny Gray, DUTTS
Live show featuring Kenny Gray and DUTTS performing alt-rock at Middle East Upstairs in Boston on June 25, 2026. A gritty, guitar-driven night of energetic indie rock with melodic hooks and punchy riffs in the venue's intimate upstairs space.
Synapse
Synapse is an electronic dance night at Boston's Middle East Upstairs on June 26, 2026, starting at 10 PM. Expect pulsing electronic beats in an intimate club setting, with late-night dancing and high-energy performances in a storied venue.
Grayskull Booking Presents: Gozu, Restless Spirit, Worshipper, Earthlore
Grayskull Booking presents a night of heavy alt-rock at Middle East Upstairs in Boston, featuring Gozu, Restless Spirit, Worshipper, and Earthlore. Expect high-energy live sets, thunderous riffs, and an intimate club atmosphere. A standout evening for underground-rock fans.
mc chris, Mega Ran, Swell Rell
A high-energy hip-hop night featuring mc chris, Mega Ran, and Swell Rell at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect punchy rhymes, alt-rap flair, and an intimate club atmosphere that makes this late-evening show a must-see for fans of underground and independent hip-hop.
HellBound
HellBound performs high-energy metal at Boston’s intimate Middle East Upstairs. Expect heavy riffs and pounding rhythms on July 12, 2026, at 8:00 PM in a classic, no-frills venue known for its close-up live sound.
Bailey Katsu, Olivia Dolphin Band, Zola Simone
Three-artist indie/alternative rock bill at Middle East Upstairs in Boston, featuring Bailey Katsu, Olivia Dolphin Band, and Zola Simone. Expect high-energy live guitar hooks, intimate club atmosphere, and classic indie rock vibes in a storied venue.
Sex Mex
High-energy punk-infused rock show by Sex Mex at the Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect gritty riffs, raw vocals, and a rowdy club atmosphere in a storied venue famed for pushing indie and underground acts.
GNYUS
GNYUS brings an electrifying R&B and funk night to Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect tight grooves, soulful vocals, and a high-energy set that fills the intimate upstairs room with danceable, groove-driven tracks.
Cheater Slicks, Puke Pisstols, Lupo Citta
A high-energy rock/pop triple bill featuring Cheater Slicks, Puke Pisstols, and Lupo Citta at Boston's Middle East Upstairs. Expect blistering guitars, punchy hooks, and an intimate, club-night vibe.
Grayskull Booking Presents: Dead & Dripping, Sarmat, Euphorbian Thorns, Hexrot
Boston metal night at Middle East Upstairs featuring Dead & Dripping, Sarmat, Euphorbian Thorns, and Hexrot. Grayskull Booking delivers a brutal, high-energy lineup in an intimate upstairs room—crushing riffs, thunderous drums, and a loud, electric club atmosphere.
Synapse
Synapse brings pulsating electronic dance to Boston’s Middle East Upstairs for a late-night club experience. Expect high-energy DJ sets, immersive lighting, and the intimate upstairs venue known for its underground club vibe.
Grayskull Booking Presents: Unsane, Sexless Marriage, Alreckque
Three-hands-on-night of hardcore punk and gritty rock as Unsane headlines with Sexless Marriage and Alreckque at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. A high-energy, intimate club show with relentless riffs, powerful vocals, and a classic Boston indie venue vibe.
Panopticon, Catharsis
Panopticon & Catharsis headline a metal double bill at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect blistering death and black metal riffs, thunderous drums, and a crowd-led roar in an intimate club setting.
HellBound
HellBound headlines The Middle East Upstairs in Boston for a high-energy rock show. Expect tight riffs, driving drums, and crowd-pleasing anthems on the intimate upstairs stage. Tickets via TicketWeb for a night of raw live-rock energy in a classic club setting.
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers deliver high-energy alternative rock with grunge edges at the intimate Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect blistering guitars, punchy drums, and a packed club vibe that makes this show feel like a raw, high-octane night out.