SOAK UP SOME
SUNNY RAYS , then cool down at a local music venue . Concert spaces and stages across the Ocean State have numerous events happening , both massive and extravagant and mellow and low-key . Here are some spots around Rhode Island to get your music fix for the rest of the summer .
COLUMBUS THEATRE
270 Broadway , Providence , 621-9660 , columbustheatre . com Ever since the Columbus Theatre ’ s revival in 2012 , the marquee has glowed with both local and national acts on a steady basis . From our favorite haunts like the Huntress and Holder of Hands and Nova One to touring acts like Deer Tick and Guster , this historic theater is one of the most iconic music venues in Rhode Island . It ’ s also gearing up for more film premieres and national comedy acts , with a schedule that is frequently updated on its website .
DUSK
301 Harris Ave ., Providence , 714-0444 , duskprovidence . com , facebook . com / DuskProvidence This dark and moody venue is known for its hardcore , metalcore , deathcore and black metal — need we say more ? Sometimes there ’ s a little punk and hip-hop mixed in , or Soul Power dance
ASKEW
150 Chestnut St ., Providence , askewprov . com Right near the heart of downtown Providence , Askew always features a mix of underground and established talent in a slick basement-like crash pad with a stage that faces cozy booths , couches and upholstered armchairs , hightop tables and a pool table . “ We have some great music with national acts coming through as well as some local shows ,” says Michael Panico , who handles the venue ’ s booking and marketing . “ As always , we also have an eclectic calendar with comedy , variety shows and other events .” Mondays feature open mic night with music at 8 p . m .; Tuesdays are open mic night for comedy , starting at 7 p . m . Shows are posted monthly on the website .
THE PARLOUR
1119 North Main St ., Providence , 383-5858 , theparlourri . com The Parlour prioritizes staging a variety of music genres ranging from reggae , rock and jazz to folk , metal and hip-hop . Live music happens on a daily basis . Foundation Mondays showcase the finest reggae bands in the area , Tuesdays get amplified with Metal Night and you never know who ’ s going to show up to play the open mic on Wednesdays . There ’ s also karaoke on Fridays , and when you ’ re looking to wind down the weekend , check out the jazz jam on Sundays .
Live music at the Galactic Theatre .
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