Music
In Photos: Mt. Joy, Bikini Kill, and Suki Waterhouse in Boston
In late September, Crimson photographers attended concerts across Boston, including indie-rock band Mt. Joy’s sold-out show at TD Garden on Sept. 19, punk band Bikini Kill’s performance at Roadrunner on Sept. 22, and British singer-songwriter Suki Waterhouse’s show at MGM Music Hall, also on Sept. 22. Across the three venues, each artist brought a distinct sound and visual style to the stage.
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