This show is SOLD OUT! Please join us for a free live stream on The Fallout Shelter's YouTube and Facebook channels at 7PM EST. When Brian Thomas rolls into The Fallout Shelter for his annual show, it’s always a funk-tastic, old-school romp with a cast of brilliant musicians laying down a myriad of funk, jazz, soul, and rock sounds. One of New England’s premier trombonists, Thomas leads a powerhouse lineup featuring Steve Fell, Jeffrey Lockhart, Jeff Charland, Yahuba Garcia Torres, and Francis P. This all-star band is guaranteed to shake the walls of The Fallout Shelter with a night of unstoppable groove.

Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Hayley Reardon brings her folk-pop to Norwood for her Fallout Shelter debut. Raised near Boston and shaped by extensive touring across the U.S. and Europe, Hayley’s songs serve as heartfelt postcards from a life lived on the road less traveled. Her music offers a rare glimpse into the complexities of life, wrapped in sincere melodies and thoughtful storytelling.

The Memphis Soul Spectacular returns to The Fallout Shelter for a romping, stomping night of Southern soul, channeling the golden era when Detroit, Memphis, Macon, and Muscle Shoals ruled the airwaves. Rob Jockel fronts this orchestra of master musicians, summoning Sam & Dave, Otis Redding, Al Green, Booker T & the MG’s, and more with pinpoint precision and infectious energy. Every song is a danceable, memorable hit capturing the essence of the golden age of soul music with nostalgic vibes.

The Tarbox Ramblers return to The Fallout Shelter with their unmistakable homemade rock 'n' roll, blending blues, gospel, and raw hillbilly grit into a powerful live experience. Praised by NPR for their rattlesnake venom and gospel-drenched howling, and lauded by The Boston Herald as a genuine blast of sandpaper rhythm and roots, this Boston quartet breathes fresh life into forgotten music traditions. Don’t miss this night of authentic American roots music delivered with gritty soul and gravelly depth.

The Fallout Shelter proudly announces "Steely Hang," a new monthly collaboration with Boston's premier Steely Dan interpreters, No Static. This version of No Static features keys, guitars, bass, and drums, with surprise guest performers from Boston contributing to every show for an ever-changing live music experience. The early music of Steely Dan will be front and center, so come hang with No Static at the ‘Steely Hang’!

Revered piano and Hammond organ master Dave Limina returns to The Fallout Shelter for a special evening celebrating the release of "Old Piano Blues". He’ll be joined by an all-star ensemble including Kevin Barry, Marshall Wood, Lorne Entress, Darcel Wilson, Brian Templeton, Darrell Nulisch, and Ronnie Earl. A longtime Berklee professor and cornerstone of the New England blues scene, this milestone performance marks Limina’s step into the spotlight as a solo artist.

The Mighty Soul Drivers return to The Fallout Shelter for a blistering live album recording session, keeping New England's Memphis Soul flame burning with horn-driven classics and soulful originals. Led by Bob Orsi's impassioned vocals, this 7-piece ensemble mines the deepest old Soul nuggets and breathes new life into them alongside their own fresh cuts. Don't miss your chance to be part of the live studio audience as these masters deliver Southern New England's best Memphis-style Soul straight to tape.

The Fallout Shelter proudly announces "Steely Hang," a new monthly collaboration with Boston's premier Steely Dan interpreters, No Static. This version of No Static features keys, guitars, bass, and drums, with surprise guest performers from Boston contributing to every show for an ever-changing live music experience. The early music of Steely Dan will be front and center, so come hang with No Static at the ‘Steely Hang’!

Get ready for a full-tilt blues-rock throwdown with The Namedroppers, 2023 New England Music Award winners for Best Blues Act. Featuring veterans of Johnny Winter’s and Charlie Karp’s bands, this powerhouse lineup delivers a high-energy masterclass in how to rock the blues. With Hall of Famer Bobby “T” Torello, Grammy-winning bassist Scott Spray, and Connecticut legends Rafe Klein and Ron Rifkin, the band serves up a hard-driving, no-holds-barred performance that leaves nothing in the tank.

Nashville duo A Tale Of Two return to The Fallout Shelter with their unmistakable blend of Americana soul and Southern storytelling for their first appearance since 2023. Award-winning vocalist Stephanie Adlington and guitarist Aaron Lessard bring smoke, swagger, and songs that cut straight to the bone, telling stories of lovers, sinners, and lost souls with fire and heart. With their swampy vintage style and sound straight from the heart of Music City, this pair delivers a spellbinding night of roots music you won’t soon forget.

Walter Parks & The Unlawful Assembly breathe new life into America’s sacred songbook, reimagining spirituals and hymns through a roots-driven, modern lens. Led by Parks, longtime sideman to Woodstock legend Richie Havens, and featuring powerhouse vocalist Ada Dyer from Bruce Springsteen’s touring band, the group fuses gospel, blues, and southern soul with swampy authenticity and cinematic flair. This is a revival for today’s world, fueled by raw emotion and alive with the enduring soul of American music.

The 2026 Winter Blues Festival at The Fallout Shelter brings together an electrifying lineup of blues heavyweights including John Németh, Kevin Burt, Darrell Nulisch, Willie J Laws, and the house band The Wicked Lo-Down. Featuring some of the finest talent in the country, this is blues in its rawest, most soulful form. It’s nights like this that prove the blues is alive, thriving, and right at home on The Fallout Shelter stage.