During the late summer and early fall of 1976, Boston attracted

During the late summer and early fall of 1976, Boston attracted publicity due to the record sales. However, according to Cameron Crowe in Rolling Stone , there was “a conscious effort to de-emphasize Scholz as the total mastermind behind Boston”. After opening for Black Sabbath , Blue Öyster Cult , Foghat , and others in the fall, the band embarked on a headlining tour in the winter and spring of 1976–1977 to support the album. This helped establish Boston as one of rock’s top acts within a short time, and they were nominated for a Grammy Award as Best New Artist. Boston was the first band in history to make their New York City debut at Madison Square Garden .