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The 2022 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase took place at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Both games took place on December 18, 2022. The matchups featured were UConn vs. Florida State, and Iowa State vs. Villanova.
Consider the Source swung through Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, Massachusetts on November 18, 2022. This was part of their Maxx Power Tour. Bella’s Bartok was also along for the ride, kicking the night off. They delivered an energy filled set, full of sounds from many genres. Punk, Folk, Pop, and Americana are just a few of the styles you will hear from this group. If you’re hoping to catch Bella’s Bartok soon, you should have no problem, as the band has several announced dates in 2023 already. They will be touring down the East Coast from Connecticut to Florida starting in February, as well as a few other shows and festivals to follow.
Greta Van Fleet performed at the Mohegan Sun Arena on October 7, 2022. This was part of their Dreams In Gold Fall Tour. The tour spanned 39 dates in total, beginning in Quebec and ending November 12, 2022 in Sacramento, California. Houndmouth opened things up for the show. They played several of their top songs such as McKenzie, Darlin’, and Sedona.
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong performed a The Who Fighters set in celebration of Halloween. Songs by The Who and Foo Fighters were highlighted throughout the night. This show took place at the College Street Music Hall in New Haven, Connecticut. It was the second of two Halloween shows, played on October 29, 2022. They were also joined by the Funky Dawgz Brass Band, who opened things up for the night in style.
The Ries Brothers came to Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, Massachusetts on August 17, 2022. Dale and the ZDubs and local favorites The Quins were also on the bill for the evening. Dale and the ZDubs kicked the night off, performing a solid ten song set. The Quins then came out in full force. The hometown crowd showed up strong for these guys, and they delivered as always.
Sir Rod Stewart rolled through the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts on August 12, 2022. Cheap Trick was also on the bill, opening things up for the evening. They began their set with Dream Police. Throughout their 13 song set, they also delivered other fan favorites including The Flame, I Want You to Want Me, and Surrender.
Ghost made their first ever appearance in Rhode Island, when they brought their Impera Tour through Providence. Spiritbox and Mastodon were also on the bill. The show took place on September 12, 2022, at the Amica Mutual Pavilion. The Amica Mutual Pavilion, or AMP for short, was formerly known as the Dunkin Donuts Center. The naming rights were purchased on September 6, 2022.
Pitbull stopped by the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts for the Can’t Stop Us Now Tour. This show took place on August 9, 2022. Iggy Azalea was also on the bill, opening things up for the night. She performed most of her top hits including Team, Black Widow, and Kream. She ended her set with her top hit, Fancy.
LIV Golf made their Massachusetts debut this past weekend. This was held at The International Golf Club in Bolton, Massachusetts. The field consisted of 48 total players. This was not only an individual competition, but there is also a team element. There are 12 teams of four players per team. The field was internationally represented by over ten countries. Commissioner Greg Norman was in the house, parachuting down onto the course with the Navy Seals to kick things off. Bubba Watson, who is newly signed to the tour, was also there doing commentary and mingling with fans. Boston legend David “Big Papi” Ortiz also contributed via a video message. There was musical performances on Saturday and Sunday. Artists that performed were Dalton and the Sheriffs, St. Lucia, and Diplo.
Incubus came to the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts on Wednesday August 3, 2022. They were joined by Sublime with Rome and The Aquadolls. Up first was The Aquadolls, an all female band based out of Los Angeles, California. Up next was Sublime with Rome, of course another band with California origins. Eric Wilson, the bass player for the original Sublime, is still performing with the band.