



No Static Presents -
'Steely Hang'
A Deeper Dive Into The Music Of Steely Dan!
Wed, Jan 28, 2026 7:00pm
This event is SOLD OUT! Please join us next month on February 18th for 'Steely Hang' 2! The Fallout Shelter proudly announces "Steely Hang," a new monthly collaboration with Boston's premier Steely Dan interpreters, No Static. This version of No Static features keys, guitars, bass, and drums, with surprise guest performers from Boston contributing to every show for an ever-changing live music experience. The early music of Steely Dan will be front and center, so come hang with No Static at the ‘Steely Hang’!

The Dave Limina Band
A Monumental Album Release Event!
Fri, Jan 30, 2026 7:00pm
This event is SOLD OUT! Please join us for a free live stream on YouTube and Facebook! Revered piano and Hammond organ master Dave Limina returns to The Fallout Shelter for a special evening celebrating the release of "Old Piano Blues". He’ll be joined by an all-star ensemble including Kevin Belz, Darrell Nulisch, Eddie Scheer, Darcel Wilson, Odra Lee, Lorne Entress, Marshall Wood, and Ronnie Earl. A longtime Berklee professor and cornerstone of the New England blues scene, this milestone performance marks Limina’s step into the spotlight as a solo artist.

The Mighty Soul Drivers
The Live Album Recording Sessions!
Sat, Feb 7, 2026 7:00pm
The Mighty Soul Drivers return to The Fallout Shelter for a blistering live album recording session, keeping New England's Memphis Soul flame burning with horn-driven classics and soulful originals. Led by Bob Orsi's impassioned vocals, this 7-piece ensemble mines the deepest old Soul nuggets and breathes new life into them alongside their own fresh cuts. Don't miss your chance to be part of the live studio audience as these masters deliver Southern New England's best Memphis-style Soul straight to tape.

No Static Presents -
'Steely Hang'
A Deeper Dive Into The Music Of Steely Dan!
Wed, Feb 18, 2026 7:00pm
The Fallout Shelter proudly announces "Steely Hang," a new monthly collaboration with Boston's premier Steely Dan interpreters, No Static. This version of No Static features keys, guitars, bass, and drums, with surprise guest performers from Boston contributing to every show for an ever-changing live music experience. The early music of Steely Dan will be front and center, so come hang with No Static at the ‘Steely Hang’!

The Namedroppers
A Masterclass in High-Energy Blues Rock!
Fri, Feb 20, 2026 7:00pm
Get ready for a full-tilt blues-rock throwdown with The Namedroppers, 2023 New England Music Award winners for Best Blues Act. Featuring veterans of Johnny Winter’s and Charlie Karp’s bands, this powerhouse lineup delivers a high-energy masterclass in how to rock the blues. With Hall of Famer Bobby “T” Torello, Grammy-winning bassist Scott Spray, and Connecticut legends Rafe Klein and Ron Rifkin, the band serves up a hard-driving, no-holds-barred performance that leaves nothing in the tank.

Walter Parks &
The Unlawful Assembly
Walter Parks and Ada Dyer Make Their Fallout Debut!
Thu, Feb 26, 2026 7:00pm
Walter Parks & The Unlawful Assembly breathe new life into America’s sacred songbook, reimagining spirituals and hymns through a roots-driven, modern lens. Led by Parks, longtime sideman to Woodstock legend Richie Havens, and featuring powerhouse vocalist Ada Dyer from Bruce Springsteen’s touring band, the group fuses gospel, blues, and southern soul with swampy authenticity and cinematic flair. This is a revival for today’s world, fueled by raw emotion and alive with the enduring soul of American music.

The 2026 Winter Blues Festival
Featuring John Németh, Kevin Burt, Darrell Nulisch, Willie J Laws w/ Monster Mike Welch & Brooks Milgate
Fri, Feb 27, 2026 7:00pm
The 2026 Winter Blues Festival at The Fallout Shelter brings together an electrifying lineup of blues heavyweights including John Németh, Kevin Burt, Darrell Nulisch, Willie J Laws and a house band featuring Nick David, Monster Mike Welch, Brooks Milgate & more. Featuring some of the finest talent in the country, this is blues in its rawest, most soulful form. It’s nights like this that prove the blues is alive, thriving, and right at home on The Fallout Shelter stage.

'Life On The Other Planet' Documentary
Plus The Nervous Eaters Perform After the Film!
Fri, Mar 6, 2026 7:00pm
Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Vince Straggas captures the spirit and grit of Boston's legendary 1970s and '80s rock scene in Life on the Other Planet, a passionate look at the bands and clubs that shaped a musical movement. Featured prominently in the film, Boston rock icons The Nervous Eaters take the stage for a live performance right after the screening. Don't miss this special evening celebrating Boston rock history!

The Charles Langford Soul Experience
Funky, Groove Heavy, Soulful R&B!
Sat, Mar 7, 2026 7:00pm
With a sax tone that cuts straight to the heart, Charles “Chuck” Langford brings decades of road-earned soul to The Fallout Shelter stage. Joined by Motown great Wali Ali and the soulful Heshima Moja, the Charles Langford Soul Experience channels the golden pulse of funk and R&B with effortless style. Expect high-caliber musicianship, fiery solos, and a night steeped in timeless groove.

Albert Lee
An Evening With a Living Legend!
Thu, Mar 12, 2026 7:00pm
To see one of the world's greatest living guitarists perform on the intimate confines of The Fallout Shelter stage makes for a truly incredible evening. Grammy winner and true virtuoso Albert Lee brings jaw-dropping speed, tone, and feel honed through decades backing The Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris, and The Crickets. Catch this guitar legend up close and see why his signature blend of country, rock, and rockabilly has influenced generations of musicians.

The Duke Robillard Band
Another Evening With a Legend!
Sat, Mar 14, 2026 7:00pm
Grammy-nominated blues legend Duke Robillard brings his signature guitar style and soulful command of blues, swing, and R&B to The Fallout Shelter for an up-close evening of world-class musicianship and timeless groove. A founding member of Roomful of Blues and former guitarist for The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Robillard is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in modern blues. He’ll be joined by an exceptional band featuring Chris Cote (guitar, vocals), Bruce Bears (keyboards, Hammond organ), Marty Ballou (bass), Mark Texeira (drums), and Mark Earley (tenor sax).

No Static Presents -
'Steely Hang'
A Deeper Dive Into The Music Of Steely Dan!
Wed, Mar 18, 2026 7:00pm
The Fallout Shelter proudly announces "Steely Hang," a new monthly collaboration with Boston's premier Steely Dan interpreters, No Static. This version of No Static features keys, guitars, bass, and drums, with surprise guest performers from Boston contributing to every show for an ever-changing live music experience. The early music of Steely Dan will be front and center, so come hang with No Static at the ‘Steely Hang’!

Danny Klein's Full House
Celebrating the Music of The J. Geils Band
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 7:00pm
Celebrate the music of The J. Geils Band with Danny Klein’s Full House, live at The Fallout Shelter! Founding member and “Ace on Bass” Danny Klein tears through the hits and deep cuts that defined Boston rock history, joined by a tight band of seasoned veterans. Here's the chance to hear those timeless tunes played loud and raw, straight from the source.


the fallout shelter
IMAGES And insights from the vault
This book contains the definitive history of The Fallout Shelter through breath-taking images and the personal experiences of the artists and staff that make The Fallout Shelter so unique.
The book is a 220 page, 'limited edition' coffee table book, with beautiful full color and black and white photography capturing unforgettable moments of performers, staff and fans.
There were 300 copies printed, signed and numbered by the book's authors Dan Busler and Bill Hurley. The Grass Roots Cultural and Performing Arts Center (GRCPAC) issued the book in May of 2021 as a fundraiser prior to re-opening after the pandemic shutdown. There are still a few copies of the book available.
Buy a copy today to support The Fallout Shelter & The GRCPAC!
$150







