Gabriel Martins
Journalist and Writer
Lifestyle
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Colonel Starr’s Relentless Storytelling
From Concord, Massachusetts, Colonel Starr is stirring up the music scene in the city through their raw storytelling. Whether you’re at a house show listening to Rio D scream at the top of his lungs to a packed crowd or enjoying their softer tunes on a sunny day in Boston Common, people are greeted with…
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Discovering the Folk Punk Sound of Lou Mace
Lou Mace exemplifies the best of Allston: angsty, queer and relentlessly creative. Since moving to Allston 4 years ago, he’s been opening up about mental health, relationships and support systems through his raw and humorous music.
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CCHS alum Nico Calabria expanding the amputee soccer world
With one leg, Nico Calabria is better than most athletes with two. He regularly amazes soccer fans as captain of both the New England Revolution’s and U.S. men’s amputee soccer programs. But he’s not looking to be inspiring as most media outlets depict; he’s looking to grow the sport.
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The Myth of Escape
I know that I’ve missed out on fundamental moments of the college experience. But oddly enough, I don’t regret it. Read more about what commuting to school has taught me.
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“There’s two things in Allston: there’s music, and then there’s rats”: an interview with Photoshoot.
From the drummer splitting his skull after a show sponsored by Spirit Airlines, dressing as Limp Bizkit for Halloween, revealing ex-girlfriend tees during a “Chief Keef summer”, Photoshoot has seen it all. In an interview with the band, we discussed their music, finding their lead singer on Facebook Marketplace and more.
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There is nothing fishy about a ‘stupid’ hobby
Getting into a “stupid” hobby doesn’t take a lot. Most of the time, it starts with a simple goal in mind. I simply wanted a creative outlet, so I got to work.
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Your Topical Guide to East Boston’s Food Scene
East Boston is a haven for constantly evolving history. Affectionately called Eastie, the neighborhood’s first language is slowly becoming Spanish, as the area is transformed into a cultural hub for Hispanic and Latinx immigrants in Boston. To be quite honest, the city is starting to look more like Medellín, Colombia.
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