Ali + Tyler (MOON)

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Written By Michael Gutierrez

394 seconds, plus some filler, with Ali Lipman (Cape Crush) and Tyler Zucco-Bernard (This Body Is…, Pintail), organizers for MOON, in a loud room.

MOON is a non-profit dedicated to promoting underground music in the Greater Salem area.

MOON will host the first show at its new venue Moon Base One in downtown Salem on Friday, 7 February 2025, with more performances throughout the weekend.

Find out more at MOON’s website.

 
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