nterview with Shy Blossom's Adriana McDonald. What inspired the creation of this single? This was the first song I had ever written on my guitar. It was used as my escape really. I was feeling really sad, lonely, and isolated. I ended up turning those feelings into this song.

Visuals, Jukebox, and the Payphone: Lord Huron's Cosmic Selector Tour had a massive smoke-filled backdrop that transported the band into hot deserts and dark foggy cold forests throughout the show. The band was spread out on the stage with two major props that were put on the spotlight for the show. The first was a spotlight on a huge jukebox on the right side of the stage that symbolized the album "The Cosmic Selector Vol.1" which depicted themes of fate, choice, regret and

I sat down to review Empires in Orbit's new release, Audiodrome, and I honestly wasn't sure what to expect. This is an artist I had zero background on, and within seconds of the first track, I realized this was something totally outside my normal wheelhouse. While that might turn some people off, it actually excited me. It was something new, something fresh, and something I could approach with zero expectations.

At 8:15 p.m., The Revivalists hit the stage with high energy and powerful vocals from frontman David Shaw. Shaw's connection with the crowd was strong, as usual. It was a truly unique and euphoric experience for many in the audience. People were singing, dancing, eating, and drinking. They joined in on every word of the songs, singing along as one. It was a celebration of faith, family, and community, a moment filled with good vibes, great music, and an opportunity to connect

Chicago welcomed home Belmont for an explosive end to their most recent tour on August 8th. The show was held at the iconic House of Blues along the Chicago River, a beautiful venue in the heart of the city where music legends from all over the world have been rocking out since 1996.

On a warm and sticky summer night in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Tyler Childers proved that you don't need arena-sized theatrics to command a stadium. Armed with a catalog built on Appalachian storytelling, country grit and songs that feel as lived-in as they sound, Childers brought his Snipe Hunt tour to Chocolatetown. Evan Honer, singer-songwriter and ex collegiate springboard diver opened the show with his personal brand of indie-folk-pop.

Chad Gray's 30 Years of Madness Tour starts up again in just 10 short days. For this extended run Chad is bringing out his good friends, The Butcher Babies and Devil's Cut. Chad's mini run of shows sold out in a flash so, the legendary vocalist of Mudvayne and Hellyeah has added more shows around the U.S. for this coming Fall. Gray hopes everyone will join him in celebrating his 30 year career with 30 Years of Madnesss wherever they can! These unique events will feature h

What inspired the theme or concept behind this album? The idea behind Nowadays came from learning to appreciate what exists right now instead of constantly looking backward or worrying about what's ahead. Even the title reflects that mindset, finding meaning in everyday moments that might otherwise go unnoticed. Nostalgia runs throughout the album, but not in a sentimental way. The songs are less concerned with reliving the past than with understanding how memories shape who

hat inspired the theme or concept behind this album? Everyday life experiences walking through Los Angeles, CA. Were there any particular events or emotions that shaped the songwriting? Life.

What first got you into music? My family was always very musical, my mom sang and played guitar, and my dad played trombone. Some of my earliest memories are going to his community band concerts! I started playing the trombone myself in 6th grade beginning band.

What first got you into music? My Dad played in a band when my Mom was pregnant with me and apparently I kicked to the beat in the womb. There was a period when I was about 4 when I would only answer to the name Van Halen. First name Van, last name Halen. But when I was about 12 Nirvana made me realize I could actually write and play music of my own. They were the lighthouse that directed me to the shore of punk rock.

How would you describe your music to someone who hasn’t heard it before? Oooh, that is a great question! I would say freeform jazz because there is no one genre I play in. SPF Presents... is about the freedom of letting the music leading me to wherever it takes me. Sometimes it is bright or poppy, sometimes noisy, sometimes dark.

What first got you into music? What first got me into music were local shows. Those were the first places where it felt like true liberation from your daily worries, where you could dance away the night without thought about tomorrow.

How would you describe your music to someone who hasn’t heard it before? Kill My Coquette is what happens when glam rock, punk, and Hollywood trashiness collide. It’s sexy, irreverent, theatrical rock with a dangerous sense of humor. Pop punk snot rock. Think Joan Jett, Brody Dalle, No Doubt, and Blondie.

What inspired the creation of this single? Broken Pieces started as part of a 30-day writing exercise Derrick was embarking on. I started digging deep into past experiences and realized that without the heartbreak or failures, I wouldn't be who I am today, and I wouldn't change the way things are.

hat inspired the theme or concept behind this album? The landscape of Southern Soul inspired this album. There are new southern soul blues artist coming to kick the door down and the fans want us. I was moved to do a project that showcases New Blues: Old school feel just mixed with a twist of new school soul.

On August 13, legendary heavy rock progenitors Deep Purple played the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, MA – near Boston. The opening bands were the current version of Kansas, as well as Jefferson Airplane spin-off band (not to be confused with Starship, also a spin-off band from JA) Jefferson Starship.

nterview with Jesse Perkins. What first got you into music? My dad had an acoustic guitar and used to play Dylan songs. And then we finally got MTV around 1986 and my head exploded. How would you describe your music to someone who hasn’t heard it before? Grungy alt-country jams.

What inspired the creation of this single? I’d been listening to a lot of early Dan Auerbach and older Hill Country Blues records lately and became slightly obsessed with that sound. I started experimenting with a repetitive, swampy riff just to see where it would take me. Swamps and amphibians go hand in hand, so the whole thing just clicked.

ropped today, “IT'S YOU” is Lucifena's final single in the lead up to the release of her debut album, WARZONE out September 11. Blending pop, alternative, and heavy influences, the track transforms heartbreak into a self-aware, tongue-in-cheek anthem.

Northfield Park Racino's Center Stage on August 12th was the right room for rockabilly, close enough that you feel it. Most of the 1400 people there probably became fans in 1981 when "Stray Cat Strut" and "Rock This Town" landed on MTV. It was a real treat to see all of the original members: Brian Setzer on guitar, Lee Rocker on upright bass, and Slim Jim Phantom on drums.

Wow the crowd was definitely excited and ready for Good Charlotte to take the stage, the venue was packed and the crowd was loud! They really enjoy using fire flashes and used them often. As a photographer in the pit you could really feel the heat from those pyro blasts! They rolled through their 18-song set, which was full of hits and energy, they were very enjoyable, and the crowd loved them.

A couple of weeks after photographing The Allman Betts Band at The Cabot in Beverly, Massachusetts, I was at the Center for Arts in Natick, Massachusetts, on August 8, 2026, to photograph Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel. Blending blues and rock influences rooted in Dickey Betts and The Allman Brothers Band legacy, the group delivered a terrific live performance. The band was touring in support of their new album, Isle of Hope, which was released on Sun Records on June 12, 2026.

ome concerts are simply performances. Others become experiences that stay with you long after the final song. Rod Stewart’s August 7 performance at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport was unquestionably the latter. From the moment fans began arriving, there was an unmistakable sense of anticipation. The crowd was a fantastic mix of generations, with longtime Rod Stewart fans standing alongside younger concertgoers who were just as enthusiastic about the musi