Live music in Brookline, MA

The 20th annual Flight of the Angels Motorcycle Ride benefits Cops For Kids With Cancer. Riders leave from Florian Hall in Dorchester for a scenic, police escorted route through the South Shore and finish at the Black Raspberry Pub in Plymouth. The cost is $20 per rider and $10 per passenger, and the first 100 riders receive a free T-shirt. There will be food, music, a DJ, raffle prizes, and a 50/50 raffle with no give back. A rain date is noted.

DanceSport Academy of New England celebrates fifteen years with ballroom and Latin social dancing, student performances, light refreshments and beverages, and music from DJ Carlton Young. Admission is $35 for adults, $15 for youth under 16, and free for children under 5. To purchase tickets, text 617-938-7871. Payment is accepted via Venmo at @Saori-Kamiya-1, Apple Pay or Zelle at 617-938-7871, as well as credit card and cash.

Somergloom brings multiple days of underground heavy music and art to Somerville in the Greater Boston area. Sumac, The Keening, and Body Void headline, joined by a wide range of heavy and darkly atmospheric artists from the Northeast and beyond.

Celebrate Jamaica’s independence aboard an all white boat ride that serves as a fundraiser supporting programs for kids. A meaningful outing on the water with a focus on giving back.

The Band joins forces with the JJR Horns and special guest Yvonne Wollak for a live performance at the Bandstand in Revere, Massachusetts.

Back to the 80s brings a retro party to St. Rocco’s Feast in Malden as the third and final stop of its Italian Feast mini tour. The band packs the set with sing-alongs and chart-toppers from icons like Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, and Bon Jovi. Era-inspired costumes, energetic stagecraft, and faithful renditions capture the neon, big-hair spirit of the decade. It is a welcoming pick for devoted 80s enthusiasts and anyone chasing a dose of nostalgia, with the feast atmosphere adding a sweet bonus... cannolis.

exociety presents Kill Bill the Rapper with Ashtin Larold on the I FOUND THE END tour. This all-ages show offers $23 advance tickets, $28 day of show admission, and a $63 VIP option. A valid ID is required to purchase alcohol. Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside. A dine and skip the line option is available.

This month’s fusion and blues social takes place at First Street Market, an air conditioned venue. The program opens with a lesson taught by ballroom professional Gary Know, then shifts into social dancing with music from Gary and DJ Leef covering everything from pop and electronic to swing, blues, Latin, and more. All are welcome, with no partner or prior dance experience required. The community is volunteer-led and operates on a not-for-profit basis, with a focus on connection across all ages and backgrounds. Admission is a pay-what-you-can range of $10 to $30, cash only, and IOUs are accepted. To keep the space comfortable for everyone, avoid wearing scented products such as cologne or perfume. Street shoes are not permitted on the dance floor, and socks are fine. Bring a reusable water bottle to skip the cup charge. Photography and recording are opt-in and coordinated by the hosts. Health policies may shift with conditions, and masks are currently optional. Parking is simpler on Sundays because there are no street parking restrictions. Volunteer support keeps the event running and comes with free entry.

Monster Groove teams up with the Killer Horns for a night of soulful rhythm and blues. If attending in person is not possible, a live stream will be available on Facebook.

Agalloch headlines a show with Yellow Eyes and John Haughm on the bill. This event welcomes all ages. Support lineups and set times may shift, and all ticket purchases are final unless the show is postponed or canceled. For entry, expect security screening. To streamline your visit, leave large items at home, since bags over 12 by 12 inches, backpacks, professional cameras, video equipment, large bags, luggage, and similar items are not permitted.

THE FEMMES, a Boston-based party band featuring women and nonbinary musicians, deliver an evening packed with pop punk favorites. The set leans into nostalgia with songs from the artists many grew up with, and dressing up is encouraged to match the throwback spirit. Here, pop punk pride is anything but a phase.