Revere Music Venue Closes: Final Halloween Show Marks End of an Era
Bill Ash’s Lounge on Revere Beach Boulevard held its last live music event, closing after decades of hosting local bands.
By Elena Perry ·
Bill Ash’s Lounge ceased operations on Revere Beach Boulevard Saturday night, ending its run as a performance space for local musicians. The venue hosted a final Halloween-themed farewell party, bringing together audiences and bands for one last evening of live music.
Michael Firicano, a musician who has performed at the lounge since 1990, stated that the venue is now permanently closed. He described the location as a legendary spot for live entertainment. Firicano noted that his group, formerly known as MSF and now operating as the Radio, served as the closing act for the night’s events.
The final lineup included Firicano on vocals and guitar, Kumari Miker on bass and backing vocals, Keren Athena on vocals, Roy Turner on guitar, Ben Saccoccio on keys, and Steve Ramos on drums. Firicano thanked Kerry and Robin, along with the staff, for their work over the years. He also acknowledged the audience and other musicians who shared the stage over three decades.
The closure adds to the number of live music venues that have shut down in the region. Firicano observed that while the physical space is gone, the music and memories associated with it remain. The event concluded with a performance by the Radio, capping off a long history of shows at the establishment.
The lounge’s location on Revere Beach Boulevard made it a familiar stop for fans of cover bands and local acts. Firicano’s comment that it was
a legendary venue
reflects the sentiment among the attendees who gathered for the final show. The night served as a farewell to both the building and the community that formed around its live music scene.
With the doors now closed, the venue joins a growing list of cultural spaces that have exited the market. Firicano’s statement, which he called a
salute to all the bands that have ever performed there,
marked the formal end to the lounge’s public programming. The final performance left the stage empty, signaling the end of an era for local music fans.
