• The Boundary Objects

    The Boundary Objects make music at the mythical borders between Bahia and Bamako, between Barcelona and Boston, armed only with guitars a calabash, and all the inputs onstage.

  • Sam Spear

    The Sam Spear Quintet delivers hard-hitting bop, soulful swing, and blistering ballads. Composed of two saxes, piano, bass, and drums, the group performs an eclectic mix of original tunes and cleverly crafted arrangements of jazz standards. https://samspearmusic.com/ Facebook: Sam Spear Music Instagram: @sam_spear_music

  • BAMS Presents: S.O.U.L.STICE – Toki Wright x deVon Gray

    BAMS Fest takes over UnCommon, bringing Live Music and Beats to the stage! Toki Wright is a two-time Emmy Award-winning MC, poet, producer, and cultural diplomat.  He has received two CLIO Award for advertising with General Mills for the number one worldwide Twitter trending project “Watch the Stove” which was also nominated for a Cannes...

  • Zahili Gonzalez Zamora

    Zahili Gonzalez Zamora is a Cuban pianist, composer, bandleader, arranger, and educator. She feels most defined by her Cuban heritage and her status as an immigrant. Her passion for music has taken her to Canada, to South East Asia and, now, to the United States. Her rich musical background, career experience and extraordinary improvisation skills...

  • Steph Davis & Friends

    4:00-5:00 PM – Steph Davis (marimba) with Jenny Oliver (choreographer/dancer)Through a mesmerizing combination of marimba and dance, Steph Davis and Jenny Oliver showcase multidisciplinary storytelling that honors their combined African American, Cape Verdean, and Native American heritage. 5:00-6:00 PM – Steph Davis (marimba) with DeShaun Gordon King (flutes) and Nicholas Johnson (cello)The performers merge classical, jazz, and traditional...

  • Fernando Brandão Quartet

    Flautist, composer, author, and educator Fernando Brandão is celebrated for his extensive performances as a bandleader, sideman, chamber musician, and soloist, showcasing his talent across various ensembles and esteemed orchestras in Brazil and the US. A versatile artist proficient in concert, alto, bass flutes, and pífanos, Fernando delivers a diverse repertoire encompassing traditional and contemporary...

  • Manolo Mairena

    Singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Manolo Mairena is a Costa Rican artist based in Boston. His captivating music and dynamic stage presence have garnered him an international following. Mairena has released three original albums: "Mi Oportunidad" in 2008, "De Todo Un Poco" in 2018, and his latest, "Esto es lo que Hay," in November 2023. His...

  • The Femmes

    The Femmes are an all-woman and non-binary wedding band specializing in songs by female and non-binary artists. When you’re at a Femmes show, you’re at a high energy concert experience. Epic sing-alongs, expertly crafted harmonies, and musicians who absolutely LOVE to interact with the audience, the Femmes are Boston’s go-to women’s party band! Our roster...

  • The Femmes

    The Femmes are an all-woman and non-binary wedding band specializing in songs by female and non-binary artists. When you’re at a Femmes show, you’re at a high energy concert experience. Epic sing-alongs, expertly crafted harmonies, and musicians who absolutely LOVE to interact with the audience, the Femmes are Boston’s go-to women’s party band! Our roster...

  • Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration!

    Boylston T Stop, Boylston St & Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116 In celebration of Indigenous Peoples' Day, UnCommon Stage is proud to host a special takeover of the stage curated by Cultural Consultant Maria Hendricks! 1-2 PM | Thea Hopkins A member of the Aquinnah Wampanoag tribe of Martha’s Vineyard MA, internationally performing songwriter Thea...

  • TAKEOVER – Emerson College Teach-In On Sustainability

    Emerson’s Teach-In on Sustainability is an annual College-wide exploration of how we can contribute to a sustainable tomorrow through communication, the arts, and the liberal arts.In 2015, the United Nations introduced 17 Sustainable Development Goals as a blueprint for a better, more sustainable future for all.Here at Emerson, we’re on it. Across the College and...