Emerson College UnCommon Corner

Tim Hall
2023-07-19 16:00 - 18:00, 2023-07-05 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Tim Hall is an award winning musician, performance poet, and producer from Detroit, MI, while honoring Boston as his current home. His poetry draws inspiration from his lived experiences – charting the nuances of blackness, masculinity, and the beauties of life. Tim has shared stages and recordings with artists such as The Nappy Roots, Carolyn Malachi, Bilal, Chris Turner, Aloe Blacc, Maria Fenklemeier, The Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Diana Oh, among others. Additionally, Tim is faculty at Berklee College of Music, a member of the award winning band STL GLD, and a principal collaborator with Cliff Notez, Oompa, and Will Dailey. He was honored as “Session Musician of the Year” by the 2020 Boston Music Awards, and recognized by WBUR’s Artery 25 as 1 of 25 millennials of color impacting Arts and Culture in Boston. His work can be experienced through his new project – Trust the Process EP, as well as Colors Of My Soul, and self-published book – Trust The Process.

https://www.timvhall.com/

Derek Smith
2023-07-15 19:00 - 20:00

Aaron Perrino
2023-07-15 18:00 - 19:00
Aaron Perrino is the songwriter and singer for The Sheila Divine and a new project called Aaron & the Lord. He has a fervent following in three B’s of Boston, Buffalo, and Belgium. He is hoping to conquer Scotland, Santa Fe, and Scranton someday.

Enbious - Guest Curator Terri Lyne Carrington
2023-07-15 14:00 - 16:00
This emerging collective of Boston-based trans/non-binary identifying musicians is currently working on their first EP. They will be performing their trademark mix of energetic, lively original compositions and mind-bending free improvisations.

Karim
2023-07-13 19:00 - 20:00
Karim is a self taught multidisciplinary artist. The 28 year old Boston native began his creative journey taking on roles in his high school’s musicals and has since found his own musical style, influenced by R&B, soul, jazz, gospel, and classical. In 2014, he began producing beats on his phone and recorded his first feature. In 2016, he released his first solo track, “FYA” and began performing live at local events and open mics. In 2019, he released his first EP, “Huemanity,” which blends elements of neo-soul, indie pop, and alternative rock. Karim is also in a rap/sung duo, DA GRÜVEMENT, alongside his musical partner, Mos Generous, AKA Mos. Karim has backed Najee Janey for Boston Calling and headlined a concert at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. He is currently gearing up to release his 3rd body of work.

DJ Mike Torch
2023-07-13 18:00 - 19:00

DJ Troy Frost
2023-07-13 17:00 - 18:00
Kyara Andrade-Howell also known as DJ TROY Frost is an artist, educator, and event curator from Dorchester and Roxbury. She started DJing in 2013 and completed Scratch DJ Academy’s certification program in 2015. After graduating from Barnard College in 2017, she worked for Boston Public Schools in varying roles. In 2019, she piloted The Breaks, an enrichment program which gave 15 Boston youth an introduction to the pillars of Hip Hop. Kyara now works part time as a library coordinator at middle/high school and at Frugal Bookstore in Roxbury. She teaches Hip Hop & Black History classes periodically. She is currently working on growing Purple Produce, an event series dedicated to creating events focused on Hip Hop, wellness, literacy and community collaboration.

Instagram/Twitter: @djtroyfrost

Tolieth
2023-07-12 18:00 - 20:00
Tolieth is a contemporary soul singer fusing elements of reggae, Afrobeats, and pop into an upbeat live performance. Good vibes and smooth grooves are guaranteed with Tolieth on the mic.

https://tolieth.com/

Anibal Cruz
2023-07-12 16:00 - 18:00

Dwayne Haggins
2023-07-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2023-07-08 12:00 - 14:00
He’s been described as “the love child of Otis Redding and Doc Watson.” “The John Legend of rockabilly.” And recently, “a ‘what-took-you-so-long’ fusion of Elvis and Marvin Gaye.” But he is Dwayne Haggins, and his voice is his own. Whether on the stage of a metropolitan concert hall or the makeshift bandstand of a neighborhood dive, you will find him exploring uncharted musical territories, listening for new ways to stir his influences into this night’s expression of his unique sound – strangely familiar, naturally mysterious, unmistakably his own.

Notably, Haggins has shared the stage with acts such as Joe Bonamassa, Keb Mo, Jimmy Vivino, Chris Lane, Suzanne Santo, and Fitz and the Tantrums. Haggins was signed in November of 2021 and his Verdict debut LP was released in June of 2022 titled “Call Me Boston”.

dwaynehaggins.com

Instagram & FB: @hagginsmusic

Brooke Annibale
2023-07-09 12:00 - 14:00
Not confined by any one genre, Brooke Annibale’s expressive and beautifully thoughtful songwriting creates a dreamy, dark, and enticing sonic landscape. Her songs have been placed on many TV shows including Grey’s Anatomy, Pretty Little Liars, and One Tree Hill. Brooke has recently performed on SiriusXM The Coffee House, AudioTree Live, Paste and more. ​Brooke’s new album Better By Now is out now.

Indie pop-folk singer-songwriter and guitarist, Brooke Annibale will perform with Mark Ramsey on keys and Tommy Ng on bass and backing vocals.

http://brookeannibale.com

http://instagram.com/brookeannibale

http://twitter.com/brookeannibale

tik tok @brookeannibale

Travels with Brindle
2023-07-08 18:00 - 19:00

Adeline Um
2023-07-08 14:00 - 16:00
Adeline Um is a Korean American singer songwriter who started her music journey as a Berklee City Music scholar. She started her songwriting career by writing her own indie-pop music and also works in the EDM/Deep House sphere as a topline singer songwriter.

Her lyrical translations of experiences, travel, love, and connections is strongly felt within the sounds and melodies she creates. Her performances provide a soft landing for her listeners to feel safe and enjoy vulnerability and deep connection. As a Korean American who has lived in Boston and Scotland, she hopes her music is able to express the complexity of culture and humanity, while connecting people of different backgrounds.

https://adelineummusic.wixsite.com/website

TikTok, Instagram, FB: @adelineum

Albino Mbie
2023-07-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-06-30 16:00 - 18:00
Boston-based multi-award-winning guitarist, singer, composer, and producer Albino Mbie, originally from Mozambique, shares his own original music.

www.instagram.com/albinombie/

www.youtube.com/albinombie

albinombie.com

Jonathan Suazo Trio
2023-07-07 16:00 - 18:00
Saxophonist/composer Jonathan Suazo and his trio will present a fresh mix of Jazz Standards and Latin Classics combined with original compositions from Suazo’s formal debut album release “RICANO” which draws inspiration from the traditional rhythms of his Puerto Rican / Dominican roots.

https://www.jonathansuazo.net

http://www.instagram.com/jonathansuazosi/http://open.spotify.com/artist/77deLjHTpl6IvH3JbcFuvh

WeAreLofi
2023-07-07 12:00 - 14:00
Introducing WeAreLoFi, a multi-Grammy-nominated, Golden Globe Award and NAACP image award-winning duo who captivates listeners with their signature blend of soulful melodies and laid-back beats.With a passion for creating atmospheric and nostalgic soundscapes, WeAreLofi effortlessly combines elements of jazz, hip-hop, ambient music and MANY more genres to craft a truly unique sonic experience. The group consists of Charles Haynes and Mitch Henry, whose attention to detail and meticulous production techniques result in tracks that transport listeners to a world of tranquility and introspection. With a growing fan base and ever-expanding catalog of mesmerizing compositions, WeAreLofi is making waves in the lo-fi scene. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or a transcendent musical journey, WeAreLofi’s music is the perfect soundtrack for those moments of reflection and escape.

Instagram: @Weare_lofi

Bia Javier
2023-07-06 19:00 - 20:00

Toki Wright
2023-07-06 18:00 - 19:00
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 Lion Award. Wright is currently the chair of the Professional Music Department at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Before relocating he was the Department Head of the United States’ first fully accredited Hip-Hop Studies program at McNally Smith College of Music. The program was awarded the “Best Transformative Higher Learning Model” from the Hip-Hop Education Center at NYU. Toki also facilitated seven Twin Cities Celebration of Hip-Hop Festivals and helped establish “Hip-Hop at H.E.A.L.S,” a program for former child soldiers in Gulu, Northern Uganda.

Toki’s worked with the US State Department, delivered a TED Talk, and ran the youth-led nonprofit YO! The Movement, helping to build community through the arts. Toki is a freelance writer, radio host and has been a judge for NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest, and a community organizer. He’s released albums and film through his media company Soul Tools Entertainment that have charted top 50 on MTV, iTunes, and more. Wright has performed at events like Coachella, Rock The Bells and more while sharing stages with the likes of Lizzo, Terri Lyne Carrington, Atmosphere, the late Sean Price, and J-Live. Toki has released recordings with Talib Kweli, BJ The Chicago Kid, and G Yamazawa to name a few.

Miranda Rae
2023-07-06 17:00 - 18:00

Anabel Gil Diaz
2023-07-05 18:00 - 20:00

Cameron Keiber
2023-07-01 19:00 - 20:00
In the late 1990s Cameron Keiber formed and co-fronted Boston indie noise pop outfit The Beatings. The band released six albums. The Beatings toured the US for years opening for the likes of The National, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Mclusky and other notables. The Beatings released their music on their own label called Midriff Records and garnered a dedicated following and critical praise from the likes of The Village Voice, Mojo, The Washington Post, LA Weekly and others. They disbanded after 20 years together.

After the breakup of The Beatings, Keiber formed and continues to play with his project Eldridge Rodriguez. That band has released four full length albums and a handful of EPs. Eldridge Rodriguez has been praised by outlets such as Stereogum, CoS, Various Small Flames, The Big Takeover and many more fine music/media outlets. Keiber continues to operate Midriff Records with his brother Clayton out of Brooklyn and Boston and has released 36 albums to date including releases from his projects and several other like minded bands. Keiber is currently recording his first solo album with a tentative late 2024 release date. The upcoming Eldridge Rodriguez full length, Atrophy, will be released by Midriff Records on September 15, 2023.

Ash & Eric
2023-07-01 18:00 - 19:00
Ash & Eric have never shied away from life’s hard edges. Hailing from the gritty heart of the Industrial Revolution — Worcester, Massachusetts — the two find consolation in discovering the beauty of being artists in the most stubbornly independent city in the north east. Their musings reflect the hope and pain we all experience sung in voices as vulnerable and honest as their lyrics.

www.ashandericmusic.com

Instagram @ashandericmusic; https://www.facebook.com/ashandericmusic

Bridget Nault
2023-07-01 17:00 - 18:00
Bridget Nault is a performer and songwriter who grew up on three continents and now writes songs out of her home base in Holden, Massachusetts. Bridget is a Berklee educated musician who plays accordion, guitar, piano and passionately sings covers and original songs, including those on her new album A FUTURE AND A PAST (available now wherever you get your music). Bridget can be seen playing across New England performing both solo and in her variety of other duos and bands.

https://bridgetnault.hearnow.com/

https://www.facebook.com/BridgetSongTime // instagram @teenybsongs

The Femmes
2023-07-01 13:00 - 15:00
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 includes Berklee alumni, touring artists, veteran wedding band performers, and pit band musicians with over 10 years of professional experience.

Social Media: @thefemmesband

Website: thefemmesband.com

Gregory Groover, JR
2023-06-30 19:00 - 21:00
Raised with devotion for music, Gregory George Groover Jr is a twenty-nine year old tenor saxophonist and educator from Roxbury, Massachusetts. His love and pursuit of music directed him to the Boston Arts Academy where he graduated in 2011 as both the Elma Lewis Graduate with distinction and the Louis Armstrong Jazz award. His effort and dedication to music led him to earn a full tuition scholarship to Berklee College of Music where he received both his Bachelors and Masters in Music Performance Studies through the Global Jazz Institute, headed by world-renowned artistic director, pianist, and UNESCO Artist for Peace Danilo Perez.

As a performer, Gregory has had the honor to share the stage with prestigious musicians such as Philip Bailey (Earth, Wind, and Fire), Patrice Rushen, Terri Lyne Carrington, Danilo Perez, John Patitucci, Brian Blade, and Esperanza Spalding. As a bandleader and a sideman, he has performed in music festivals in the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Africa.

As an educator, Gregory has served as the co-chair of music at his alma mater, the Boston Arts Academy where he provided instruction in Jazz studies to the next generation of artists and scholars. Gregory currently serves as the Assistant Chair of Ensemble at the world renowned, Berklee College of Music. In addition to teaching, Gregory continues to perform regularly with his working bands and is celebrating the release of his second album: the Negro Spiritual Songbook Volume II – “The Message”.

https://www.gregorygrooverjr.com

https://www.instagram.com/gregorygrooverjr/

EarthTones ft. Tim & Friends
2023-06-30 12:00 - 14:00
Good music, poetry, beats, and vibes for the summer as saxophonist, poet, and producer Tim Hall collaborates with an array of talented friends in the Commons this summer.

Tim Hall is an award winning musician, performance poet, and producer from Detroit, MI, while honoring Boston as his current home. His poetry draws inspiration from his lived experiences – charting the nuances of blackness, masculinity, and the beauties of life. Tim has shared stages and recordings with artists such as The Nappy Roots, Carolyn Malachi, Bilal, Chris Turner, Aloe Blacc, Maria Fenklemeier, The Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Diana Oh, among others. Additionally, Tim is faculty at Berklee College of Music, a member of the award winning band STL GLD, and a principal collaborator with Cliff Notez, Oompa, and Will Dailey. He was honored as “Session Musician of the Year” by the 2020 Boston Music Awards, and recognized by WBUR’s Artery 25 as 1 of 25 millennials of color impacting Arts and Culture in Boston. His work can be experienced through his new project – Trust the Process EP, as well as Colors Of My Soul, and self-published book – Trust The Process.

Social Links: https://linktr.ee/tv_hall

Website: www.timvhall.com

Amanda Shea
2023-06-29 20:00 - 21:00
