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Davis
Davis Sq. Red Line: The train barrels through with deafening speed,
but a small price to pay for the cathedral like acoustics in this station!
The massive concrete architecture features high ceilings with ample sunlight
that filters in from the street level sky windows. There’s an outlet
conveniently placed underneath the bench where I perch, in the event my amp
is low on battery power, and I’m in clear eyeshot of the hip Somerville
clientele that cascades down the grand staircase. There’s a long
mezzanine balcony overlooking the platform where on occasion folks will stand
and listen. Once or twice I’ve been hit on the head with a quarter.
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Park Street
Park St. Red Line: Not what it used to be. Buskers through the
years have perpetually occupied this “main stage” because of its
central location. By now though, I’m beginning to suspect the public
has become desensitized and oblivious to our presence there. Still, its
location provides high visibility and because of the tradition, a very
comfortable spot to play when you can get it. Some capitalize on the many sport
events that flood the station when games let out, but I just run for cover.
Guess I’m not the “Freebird!” enthusiast I lead on to be.
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Hynes / ICA
Hynes Convention Center Green Line (outbound): This was my favorite station in Boston back
in the day. It was an untapped resource that features three different lines
which branch out and shuttle a variety of college students, artist types, and
all around up-and-coming folk to their respective burgeoning neighborhoods
(Brighton/Allston, Coolidge Corner). The staggered effect of the B, C, and D
lines always meant there was an audience waiting in the platform, as opposed
to the clientele being swept away by one train every five to ten minutes. I
worked this station so much, that in time I built a “following” of
support. I moved away like the majority of the regulars, so going back to my
old haunt is not as profitable. This station is overrun by BU and BC
freshmen. Something I used to appreciate.
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Harvard
Harvard Sq. Red Line (inbound): Like Park St., this perennial
station’s appeal lies in its location and tradition. Renown for the
circus of buskers that monopolize the outdoors during the summer months,
Harvard Sq. is a great tourist trap. The station is a highly coveted sideshow
tent, if you will, ideal for catching the crowds that filter down the long
ramp onto the platform.
I generally find playing in Cambridge more appealing than
playing in Buawston across the Charles River.
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