AND THE AWARD GOES TOOOOO.......On Monday April 15, 2024 Saint Motel brought their "Awards Show," to The Fillmore in Charlotte, North Carolina. This particular stop on their "Awards Show," featured openers Lound Music Company, and Steinza. The first opener for the show was Lound Music Company. Lead singer Lilly shared an emotional thank you while... Continue Reading →
Galactic Empire at New Brookland Tavern
By Dillon Reesor On April 13" progressive metallers Galactic Empire made the long trek from a galaxy far, far away to play at Columbia's New Brookland Tavern. Support for the show was provided by Future Coffins, a local DJ/producer. Future Coffins I had a great time with Future Coffins's set, but the response from the... Continue Reading →
DETHKLOK: MUTILATION ON A SPRING NIGHT – WITH DRAGONFORCE & NECROGOBLIKON
By Kenny Brown Dethklok, along with Dragonforce and Necrogoblikon, stopped by Charlotte NC on their current 'Mutilation on a Spring Night' tour. Necrogoblikon opened the show with a high energy theatrical performance that got the crowd moving right from the get-go. Dragonforce performed second with some of the most technical intense musicianship I've ever witnessed... Continue Reading →
Bayside’s ‘The Worse Things Than Being Alive’ Tour comes to The Ritz!
Writing and Photos by: Courtney Breen On April 6th Bayside brought 'The Worse Things Than Being Alive' Tour to The Ritz in Raleigh, North Carolina. In support of Bayside on their North American tour is Winona Fighter, Armor For Sleep, and Finch. This tour is in support of Bayside's most recent release, There Are Worse... Continue Reading →
Reyna Tropical at Public Records
Photos and Writing by Kyle Ostrander On Saturday night, Reyna Tropical played an intimate sold out show at Public Records in NYC. Dim lighting and tables adorned with candles and flowers set the mood as fans entered the venue. The concert was a celebration of the band’s new album, Malegría, which dropped late last month.... Continue Reading →
Photos and Review by Adam Rodrigues 3/3/2024 - Alkaline trio returned to Charlotte, North Carolina, in support of their newest album “Blood , Hair and Eyeballs” They packed the Filmore once against as their diehard fans have longed for their return. Once again, they played another set list of old vs. new. Kicking it off from... Continue Reading →
Babe Haven Previews New Album at The Underground
Dan Russell-Pinson – March 30, 2024 Babe Haven, a female-fronted queer band currently based out of Durham, NC, had the honor of opening up for punk legends Otoboke Beaver for two stops of their current US tour (Carrboro and Charlotte). Their Charlotte appearance on March 27, 2024 marks the band’s first time playing at The... Continue Reading →
Owl City at The Ritz Raleigh
"You would not believe your Eyes," at who came to The Ritz in Raleigh, North Carolina on Thursday March 21, 2024. Owl City with Special Guest Augustana brought their "Too the moon and back," tour to Raleigh, just one of ten stops on their North American tour. You may be familiar with Augustana, as they... Continue Reading →
Otoboke Beaver Brings Japanese Riot Grrrl Energy to Charlotte
Dan Russell-Pinson - March 29, 2024 Otoboke Beaver has been away from their hometown of Kyoto, Japan since the launch of their recent US tour five weeks ago. Consisting of Accorinrin (lead vocals), Yoyoyoshie (guitar & vocals), Hirochan (bass & vocals) and Kahokiss (drums & vocals), Otoboke Beaver is an all-female punk band known for... Continue Reading →
Mean Sweetie Final Show
Photo by @5peicedpecial On the evening of March 23, 2024, Greenville SC grunge/rock/punk band Mean Sweetie played their final show at the Melon Barn, a DIY music venue nestled in greater Greenville, SC. Fans from Greenville and surrounding areas came to the barn to celebrate Mean Sweetie and all they have accomplished, with South Carolina... Continue Reading →