Journey to The Loft in Boston, a DIY artist rehearsal and performance space that serves as a sanctuary for experimental sounds. We'll shadow Audrey Ryan, the venue's owner (a talented musician herself), during her preparations and performance for the concert and spend time with a group of Boston bohemians to gain insight into the significance and preciousness of this venue in a city that is grappling with the loss of artist spaces.

I'm Kyle Lamont, founder and host of Concert Cast, a rockumentary podcast network. Our series "in the pocket" explores independently owned venues where music and community come together in surprising ways. We spotlight these unique spaces, often at risk from gentrification, sharing their stories and showcasing their influence on concert culture.

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Musicians heard in this episode:

Audrey Ryan

https://audreyryan.bandcamp.com/

Van Chamberlain

https://vanchamberlain.bandcamp.com/album/in-the-sun

Tequila Sirens

https://tequilasirens1.bandcamp.com/

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Copyright 2024 Kyle Lamont of Good To Go Studios

Concert Cast: A Woman-Owned Independent Streaming Network for Concert Culture

Created and hosted by Kyle Lamont, Concert Cast explores concert culture through energetic music journalism. With interviews, personal stories, and curated local music soundtracks, Lamont brings listeners closer to their favorite artists and legendary venues offering a unique take on the live music experience. Recognized as a Spotify Editor’s Pick in 2022.