Indie Music Events in Boston

The Love Movements & Good Boy

Sat, 16 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Music

Two acts, The Love Movements and Good Boy, headline a double-set night at The Rockwell. Expect a high-energy indie-rock evening in an intimate venue, with two shows in one night blending catchy hooks and bold guitars.

Tunneling / School / Merry Brigade / Tovarisch

Tue, 19 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

The Middle East Upstairs

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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.

MAGIC CITY: Vinyl Release Show with Lonely Leesa & The Lost Cowboys

Fri, 22 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

The Burren

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Join MAGIC CITY for a vinyl-release show at The Burren's Back Room, with special guests Lonely Leesa and the Lost Cowboys. A high-energy indie-rock night in an intimate club setting with tactile vinyl vibes, warm acoustics, and a rowdy, welcoming crowd.

By Storm

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 2:30 PM

Sonia (The Middle East)

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All-ages live show featuring By Storm with Lerado Khalil at Sonia, presented by The Middle East. Doors open 6:30 PM; advance tickets start at $20, $25 on the day of the show. No vaping in the venue; dine-and-skip-the-line options available.

SOLYA

Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

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Solya performs an energetic indie show at the Crystal Ballroom in Somerville Theatre. The intimate, historic venue in Somerville offers a vivid night of live music, punchy guitars, and an engaging stage production.

Himalayas

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

The Middle East Upstairs

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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.

St. Vincent

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 3:30 PM

Symphony Hall

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St. Vincent performs at Boston's Symphony Hall, delivering a distinctive indie-rock set in an acoustically renowned concert hall. Expect intricate guitar textures, moody melodies, and a visually striking, artful show by Annie Clark.

Fires in the Distance

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

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An intimate indie-rock show at The Rockwell featuring Fires in the Distance, presented by Get To. Expect melodic guitars, moody vocals, and a warm, club-by-the-bar atmosphere in a premier Los Angeles venue.

Pig Milk x Eph See

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

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Pig Milk teams up with Eph See for a collaborative indie music night at the Crystal Ballroom, Somerville Theatre. This concert promises energetic tunes, intimate stage moments, and a vibrant club-like atmosphere in a historic venue.

Kevin Morby

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

Royale Boston

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Kevin Morby delivers indie-rock set at Royale Nightclub in Boston. Doors at 7:00 pm, show at 8:00 pm; opening acts and set times subject to change. An intimate club performance that highlights Morby's moody guitar-driven songs in a bustling venue.

Futurebirds

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

Royale Boston

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Indie rock band Futurebirds headlines Royale Nightclub in Boston for an 8:00 pm show (doors 7:00 pm). A high-energy evening of live music in a buzzing club atmosphere, with venue rules restricting large bags and professional cameras.

Future Nobodies

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

The Middle East Upstairs

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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.

Gracie & Rachel

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

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Gracie & Rachel light up The Rockwell with lush, piano-driven indie pop. Expect intimate harmonies, bold arrangements, and adventurous storytelling in a warm, all-ages setting that fits LA’s vibrant live-music scene.

Underscores at Royale Nightclub

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

Royale Boston

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Underscores live at Royale Nightclub in Boston. Presented by Bowery Boston, doors open at 7 pm and the show starts at 8 pm for a night of indie-rock vibes with opening acts.

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Oak.Land

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 2:00 PM

William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse1 Circuit Drive, Dorchester

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Kick off a free outdoor evening with Oak.Land on the patio of the William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse as part of the 2026 Golf Course Concert Series. Enjoy live music in a casual, scenic golf-course setting in Dorchester, Boston, under summer skies.

Young the Giant live at Leader Bank Pavilion

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

Leader Bank Pavilion

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Experience Young the Giant in a high-energy indie rock performance at the outdoor Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston. Premium box seats offer an up-close view as the open-air venue comes alive with their sunny, anthemic rock sound.

Harvey Street

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

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Harvey Street delivers indie and alternative rock at The Rockwell. Expect punchy guitar riffs, melodic hooks, and a high-energy live performance in an intimate club setting that makes you feel the music up close.

Deer Tick

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

Royale Boston

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Indie-rock band Deer Tick headlines Royale Nightclub in Boston on June 26, 2026. Doors at 7:00 pm, show at 8:00 pm with opening acts; Bowery Boston presents a night of live indie music. Tickets on sale; opening acts and set times may change; bags larger than 12x12 inches are prohibited.

An Evening With Goose

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

Leader Bank Pavilion

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Goose headlines an outdoor evening at Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston. Rain-or-shine show with doors at 6pm and the main set at 7pm, featuring a high-energy indie sound. The band donates $1 per ticket to Western Sun Foundation, supporting small nonprofits.

American Football

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 at 3:00 PM

Royale Boston

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American Football headlines a live show at Royale Nightclub in Boston. Doors open at 7:00 pm with the concert kicking off around 8:00 pm, delivering moody indie rock in a compact club setting. Tickets are on sale now.

Simple Town

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

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Join Simple Town at The Rockwell for an hour-long live set featuring their best songs, delivered with tight musicianship and crowd-ready energy. The intimate venue atmosphere makes this a perfect casual night of catchy tunes and memorable moments.

Bailey Katsu, Olivia Dolphin Band, Zola Simone

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Middle East Upstairs

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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.

The Orphanage

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 at 5:30 PM

Middle East - Corner/Bakery

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The Orphanage performs at Middle East - Corner/Bakery in Boston, delivering an energetic indie-rock set in an intimate venue. Expect punchy guitar hooks, driving drums, and a show on July 19, 2026 around 5:30 PM local time.

ALLAH-LAS

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 at 4:00 PM

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

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Indie garage rock band Allah-Las headlines the Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre for a live show. The evening promises retro-inspired guitars, catchy hooks, and a laid-back yet energetic vibe in a classic venue.

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