In this new feature, Listen Live, we highlight upcoming live music. This installment, we feature Kevin Morby and Waxahatchee, who will appear at Mass MoCA on Friday, July 23. We also highlight performances "happening elsewhere" in the Berkshires as well as future shows.
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Searching for something to do? We have three ideas for you! This week, we suggest checking out Tanglewood in the City; a performance by Tom Gold Dance at TurnPark Art Space and a concert by Union Jack at Berkshire Botanical Garden.
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