Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Vince Straggas captures the spirit and grit of Boston's legendary 1970s and '80s rock scene in Life on the Other Planet, a passionate look at the bands and clubs that shaped a musical movement. Featured prominently in the film, Boston rock icons The Nervous Eaters take the stage for a live performance right after the screening. Don't miss this special evening celebrating Boston rock history!

With a sax tone that cuts straight to the heart, Charles “Chuck” Langford brings decades of road-earned soul to The Fallout Shelter stage. Joined by Motown great Wali Ali and the soulful Heshima Moja, the Charles Langford Soul Experience channels the golden pulse of funk and R&B with effortless style. Expect high-caliber musicianship, fiery solos, and a night steeped in timeless groove.

To see one of the world's greatest living guitarists perform on the intimate confines of The Fallout Shelter stage makes for a truly incredible evening. Grammy winner and true virtuoso Albert Lee brings jaw-dropping speed, tone, and feel honed through decades backing The Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris, and The Crickets. Catch this guitar legend up close and see why his signature blend of country, rock, and rockabilly has influenced generations of musicians.

Grammy-nominated blues legend Duke Robillard brings his signature guitar style and soulful command of blues, swing, and R&B to The Fallout Shelter for an up-close evening of world-class musicianship and timeless groove. A founding member of Roomful of Blues and former guitarist for The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Robillard is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in modern blues. He’ll be joined by an exceptional band featuring Chris Cote (guitar, vocals), Bruce Bears (keyboards, Hammond organ), Marty Ballou (bass), Mark Texeira (drums), and Mark Earley (tenor sax).

No Static returns for the third installment of ‘Steely Hang’, a new monthly series at The Fallout Shelter featuring Boston's premier Steely Dan interpreters. 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!

Local favorites Acoustic X return to The Fallout Shelter with their signature blend of heartfelt Americana, acoustic soul, and unmistakable New England character. Built around the brilliant songwriting of Gerrard McDonough, their music plays like a time capsule of life, from the turbulence of youth to the trials and triumphs of adulthood. Featuring Robbie Kneeland, Chris Moore, and Dave “Smitty” Smith, this performance promises great songs, good humor, and warm communal spirit.

It’s been nearly a decade since Alice Wallace last graced The Fallout Shelter stage, but anyone who was there remembers that unmistakable voice, full of power, range, and emotion. Now, after years of honing her craft, the acclaimed Americana singer-songwriter returns among the most compelling voices in American roots music. Her songs pull you right into her world, a place that feels raw, real, and unforgettable.

Billboard Top 10 Blues artist and JUNO nominee JW-Jones is back after delivering one of the best Fallout Shelter performances of 2025. With searing guitar, powerhouse vocals, and raw emotion drawn straight from the soul, JW channels the spirit of the blues greats while carving out his own fiery sound. Don’t miss this night of world-class blues from one of the most captivating performers in the genre today!

Will Kimbrough is the embodiment of Americana music royalty. The Grammy-nominated songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has worked alongside legends like Emmylou Harris, Jimmy Buffett, Rosanne Cash, and countless others who define the genre. Few artists carry the spirit of Americana with such honesty and ease, turning every song into a genuine reflection of heart and craft.

Blending the larger-than-life sound of Pink Floyd with the soulful intensity of Tedeschi Trucks Band, the harmonized guitar leads of the Allman Brothers, and the genre-bending creativity of Umphrey’s McGee, The Krishna Guthrie Band crafts a sound that feels both familiar and new. Carrying forward the musical legacy of Arlo and Woody Guthrie, Krishna brings his own voice and vision to the timeless family name. His music reimagines that heritage with a modern edge and a spirit of fearless creativity, forging a sound unmistakably his own.

Celebrate the music of The J. Geils Band with Danny Klein’s Full House, live at The Fallout Shelter! Founding member and “Ace on Bass” Danny Klein tears through the hits and deep cuts that defined Boston rock history, joined by a tight band of seasoned veterans. Here's the chance to hear those timeless tunes played loud and raw, straight from the source.

When blues royalty walks into The Fallout Shelter, you know something special’s about to happen. Grammy-nominated harmonica master Mark Hummel leads the charge with Texas guitar great Anson Funderburgh and The Blues Survivors for a night steeped in tone, tradition, and heart. As Charlie Musselwhite put it, “this could be historic,” and with this lineup in this room, that feels exactly right.

Dwayne Haggins has quickly become one of The Fallout Shelter’s most captivating and talked‑about artists. Each return performance feels bigger and hungrier, fueled by the spark of an artist on the verge of something special. Backed by a powerhouse band that matches his fire, The Dwayne Haggins Band brings country, blues, soul, and rock and roll to life in a way that feels brand new, yet instantly familiar.

The Fallout Shelter welcomes Alice Howe & Freebo back home for a night of soulful harmony and musical chemistry. With Alice’s luminous voice and Freebo’s unmistakable bass tone, every song feels rich, real, and deeply connected. Don’t miss this evening of intimate, joyful, and authentic Americana.

The Blues Express is back at The Fallout Shelter, and if you’ve seen them before, you know exactly why the buzz keeps growing. With Mickey “The Messenger” Maguire holding down the groove, teenage sensation Nick “Old Soul” Spencer tearing up the guitar and vocals, and a rhythm section that swings like thunder, this band delivers pure, high-octane blues you feel in your bones. From powerhouse originals to timeless classics, The Blues Express is as badass a blues ensemble as there is.

No Static returns for the fourth installment of ‘Steely Hang’, a new monthly series at The Fallout Shelter featuring Boston's premier Steely Dan interpreters. 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!