The new documentary Rockmen, premiering at The Strand Ballroom in Dover, follows Market Square Jewelers owner Peter Henry on his gem-hunting expeditions.
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Prescott Park’s summer concerts
With a diverse mix of new and returning acts, the Prescott Park Arts Festival's 2016 River House Restaurant Concert Series promises to attract big crowds to Portsmouth's waterside park this summer.
Now Read This: 10 Best Books for May
The best books to read for May 2016.
Going green: The Toxic Avenger Musical opens in Rochester
The mean, green star of the 1980s cult film hits the stage in Rochester.
The Sound is going paperless
A few notes regarding The Sound’s forthcoming suspension of its print product and shift to online-only publication.
Eight-Bit Junkyard: Bionic Commando
Eight-Bit Junkyard finds a hidden jewel in the video game “Bionic Commando,” the 1988 sequel to Nintendo’s “Commando.”
7 in Heaven: Rock Never Dies
Prince’s death on April 21 was the latest in a string of stunning deaths of musical icons over the last five months. The Sound reached out to people connected to the local music scene to briefly share their thoughts and remembrances on seven of the most notable stars we have lost.
The Molenes find the right mix
Alt-country/rock band The Molenes hit a sweet spot with their new EP.
In harmony: Winterpills in Newmarket
With a show coming up at The Stone Church in Newmarket, Winterpills songwriter Philip Price talks about the band’s origins and its new album, Love Songs.
Great Escapes: Portsmouth Escape Room
Portsmouth’s first “escape room” is now open for mystery and adventure, following a growing national trend.
Maine attraction: new art in Ogunquit
A preview of the Ogunquit Museum of American Art’s 2016 season, which opens with a slate of new exhibits on May 1.
Free will: Julianna Barwick comes to Portsmouth
Julianna Barwick carefully cultivates the art of spontaneity on her new album.
Happy Portsmouth Shakespeare Day
It's official: April 23 is Shakespeare Day in Portsmouth. City councilor Christine Dwyer made the proclamation on behalf of Mayor Jack Blalock in Market Square today.
Sometimes It Snows in April
Seacoast writer, artist, and musician Dylan Metrano shares his thoughts and memories about Prince.
Invasion of the podcasters: Seacoast hosts take over
Seacoast hosts are taking to the digital airwaves in a plethora of podcasts covering a wide range of topics, including local history, giant monsters, jazz lessons, craft beer, Shakespeare, fishing, and more.
Four favorites: photo show in Dover
“Talented Women,” the new exhibit at Camera Commons in Dover, showcases the work of four regional photographers with serious talent.
Tiger, tiger: new play at The Ring
The actors shine in Veterans in Performing Arts' production of Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo at The Players' Ring in Portsmouth.
Riding on with She Rides Seacoast
She Rides Seacoast unites women cyclists from around the region. The group just celebrated its one-year anniversary at Throwback Brewery in North Hampton.
Portsmouth council approves garage land deal
On Monday night, Portsmouth moved a step closer to a second parking garage. The city council authorized spending nearly $5 million on the Deer Street parcel where the garage will be built.
For Julien Baker, less is more
A conversation with Tennessee-based singer-songwriter Julien Baker. The 20-year-old is on her way to 3S Artspace in Portsmouth with her latest album, Sprained Ankle.
Video Vault: The Taming of the Shrew
A 1976 adaptation captures the classic Shakespeare comedy at its best.
USS Norfolk leaves Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
The decommissioned USS Norfolk is set to sail later this morning after more than 15 months of inactivation at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
Soul power
James McBride looks for James Brown and holds up a mirror to America in Kill 'Em and Leave.
A good run: Herring Aid in Newmarket
Herring Aid helps local river fish migrate
More than a memory: exhibit in Dover
The enduring appeal of Charles Sawyer’s hand-painted photographs is on display at the Woodman Museum.