“Hey Boston… Do-It-Yourself!”: The Role of Local Bands, Independent Record Labels, and Community Internet Groups in the Boston Music Scene

Introduction When we came to college in Boston the term “House Show” came up often. For the uninitiated, a “House Show” is a concert set up by local musicians, for local musicians, all in local music lovers’ homes. For many, a punk show in someone’s loud, sweaty basement may seem like a hellish experience; but…

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