Don’t Lose Your Head — Kathy Griffin Is Coming to The Vets
Last year I interviewed comedian Kathy Griffin in advance of her show at Veterans Memorial Auditorium. At that time she was just a funny female on the “D” list. In […]
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Roots Report: Folk Off, Summer!
Okee dokee folks… Well, it’s that time of year again, time for the Motif Summer Guide when I look into my magical, sweltering crystal ball and let you know what you […]
Sizzling Summer EDM Events Worth Swooning Over
While my lack of a moderate glow (even a farmer’s tan!) may disagree, summer 2018 is almost upon us! In RI, this season always seems too short. That’s why now’s […]
A Selection of Summer Music Festivals
Now is the time of year to weigh the summer festival pros and cons – is it worth baking in the sun/drinking overpriced beer for the prospect of being able […]
Your Summer Guide to Classical Music 2018
For classical music lovers, there are some great events to look forward to over the next few months. Here’s what’s on tap for summer 2018: The 2018 Music On The […]
Is This Jazz?: Jazz in the Summer
The time has come once again to collect an assortment of concerts happening around the state and present them here so that those who are interested in providing a jazz […]
Hip-Hop: Summer Shows
It’s almost summer, summer, summertime. As quick as 2018 came, it’s already halfway over! Here are a few events to mark on your calendars for the upcoming sunny months. If […]
Marra Saves Christmas — How Justin Marra at the Tree Cave Recording Studio Saved Christmas for Providence-Punk Rockers Senior Discount
Justin Marra talks during movies. Not in a negative way. More in like a “Oh no she didn’t!” way. Why do I still invite him, when I know halfway through […]
Alt-Nation: Boston Calling
Boston Calling takes over as the hub of the music world in the northeast every Memorial Day Weekend. At The Motif, we obviously specialize in covering events in Rhode Island […]
Is This Jazz?: A New Night For Jazz
When a new jazz venue pops up in the area, it’s important to shine a light on them so they can flourish. So when Scott Abrahamson reached out to me […]