Photography and writing by Shanna Rogers The Ritz in Raleigh, NC was filled with smiles and bluesy tunes on Friday, July 11th, 2025. Shakey Graves (Austin-based musician Alejandro Rose-Garcia) rolled through town, supported by the band Whitney, and left the crowd speechless with their smooth and folky rock-and-roll performance. On tour celebrating ten years of... Continue Reading →
By Kenny Brown Long time favorite 311 brought their 'Unity' tour to the Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre in Charlotte NC Tuesday June 24. The evening started off early at VBGB Beer Hall & Garden Restaurant next door to the venue. The band made a "surprise" appearance at VBGB along with Woody & Wilcox from Charlotte... Continue Reading →
Photos & Writing by: Courtney Breen This spring, Mayday Parade hit the road for their North American Three Cheers for 20 Years Tour, celebrating two decades of music, memories, and fans. On June 4th, the tour made its way to a sold-out crowd at The Ritz in Raleigh, North Carolina. The energy in the room... Continue Reading →
Photography & Writing by: Shanna Rogers Wednesday, June 11th at The Ritz in Raleigh, North Carolina, was a circus, and not just because the crowd was a madhouse of energy. From toilet paper cannons and ceiling fan toilet paper tornados to balloons and clowns and pure ska punk energy, “The Summer Circus” tour rolled through... Continue Reading →
By Kenny Brown Korean rock band Rolling Quartz are currently travelling the U.S. and Canada on their 'Stand Up' tour. This is the second tour for the band who debuted in 2020. The band (Arem, Iree, Hyunjung, Yeongeun, and Jayoung), put on a fantastic performance for a packed crowd at Charlotte NC's Heist Brewery and... Continue Reading →
The dimly lit Whisky A Go Go, a historic cornerstone of rock music known for hosting legends such as The Doors, Led Zeppelin, and Janis Joplin, was the perfect backdrop for LØREN’s first-ever headline show. The venue’s gritty, intimate vibe, where old-school charm and modern energy collide, sets the stage for the multifaceted artist whose... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Kenny Brown Hardcore phenoms Better Lovers stopped by The Underground at The Fillmore Charlotte on their current tour for the release of their new album Highly Irresponsible. As a major Dillinger Escape Plan/Greg Puciato fan this was a show I was seriously excited for, and it did not disappoint. The energy... Continue Reading →
Chat Pile played a sold out NYC show at Le Poisson Rouge in support of their new album Cool World
Writing and Photos by: Courtney Breen On may 14th The Amity Affliction made a stop at The Ritz in Raleigh, North Carolina to celebrate their 10th anniversary of their album 'Let The Ocean Take Me'. Opening acts Mugshot, Dying Wish, and Currents all had exhilarating performances which got the crowd ready for The Amity Affliction.... Continue Reading →
By Kenny Brown It's been nearly ten years since I first heard Nothing More. The song 'Jenny' came on a channel I was listening to. Like so many other people including myself who've had "Jenny's" in our lives, the emotional words of addiction and self destruction sung by vocalist Jonny Hawkins immediately overwhelmed my heart.... Continue Reading →
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