Taking place from May 24th-26th, 2019, The 10th edition of Boston Calling was one for books. Since 2013, it has served as the city’s premier event when it comes to experiencing live music. The festival moved from its original location at City Hall Plaza in Downtown Boston to the Harvard Stadium in 2017 –but never sacrificed monumental artistry (headliners included Tame Impala and 21 Pilots) in its ambitious expansion. Although many other entities strive to book new acts that can dominate a stage, Boston Calling has always been consistent with accomplishing such a large feat –and this year was no different. From the psychedelic musings of Tame Impala to the compelling stylings of Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals to the hypnotic trap underpinnings of Travis Scott, there was truly something for everyone. Below are some of the most memorable performances from this year’s festival.
Bear Hands warm up Friday festival goers with an invigorating set. Bryan Lasky for Boston Calling.
Chvrches prove to be nothing short of mesmerizing on Friday night. Felicia Pinckney for The Untitled Magazine.
Yaeji basks in her intoxicating and exhilarating nature on Friday in the arena. Felicia Pinckney for The Untitled Magazine.
Twenty One Pilots closing out Friday night. Mike Diskin for Boston Calling.
Denzel Curry delivering drama and intensity on Saturday. Rebecca Taylor for Boston Calling.
Mitski in a meditative pose during Saturday’s performance. Carly Boyle for Boston Calling.
Hozier delivering soulful simplicity during his set on Saturday. Mike Diskin for Boston Calling.
Anderson .Paak reveling in his audacious and spectacular persona on Saturday. Ty Johnson for Boston Calling.
Lil Nas X makes a guest appearance on Saturday to perform “Old Town Road.” Carly Boyle for Boston Calling.
Tame Impala rev up the theatrics during their closing set on Saturday. Bryan Lasky for Boston Calling.
Marina demands all the attention in an unforgettable ensemble on Sunday. Bryan Lasky for Boston Calling.
Sheck Wes delivers bars with fiery determination on Sunday. Christopher Padgett for Boston Calling.
Brandi Carlile is intensely intimate on Sunday. Carly Boyle for Boston Calling.
Travis Scott transports onlookers to Astroworld when he closed out Boston Calling on Sunday. Ty Johnson for Boston Calling.
