Photos and Writing by Bailey Wray This was my first 18+ show, and it was a good one. The show was a good mix between Alternative/Grunge/Art Punk. The night started off with Charlotte locals Blight Moth. Their sound could be described as alternative rock. They put on an energetic show with great dynamics in their... Continue Reading →
Arin Garcia McCormack (L.O.T.C.S) Photos by Haley Smith (@smaleyhaley) and Seth Rodriguez (@innerdisortion) Photo by Haley Smith @smaleyhaley Armed with striking red jackets, bolo-ties, and leather, Wilmington-based rock band The Girls brings the dazzling and dramatic feel of 70’s glam rock visuals into the N.C. music scene with a punk-rock twist. Offering an energetic sound... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Olivia Rozinski It’s not going to be a surprise that I like going to concerts. But getting excited to be at a concert is surprisingly a rarity for me. Usually, I’m just happy to go and have a great time; think meeting up with your friends for a drink vibes. But... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Kyle Ostrander This past weekend, Bastardane and OTTTO began their co-headline tour with a show at NYC’s Gramercy Theater. Taking the stage first were OTTTO, featuring Tye Trujillo (son of Metallica’s Rob Trujillo) on bass. The band’s heavy sound was perfectly juxtaposed by beautiful full-band vocal harmonies that would pop up... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Kenny Brown This was THE show. Tiff Tantrum of No Anger Control and Chris Deitz of Laniidae are two of my favorite vocalists in the Charlotte scene. The extreme energy and passion both put into their performances has often led me to compare the two to each other. Countless times over... Continue Reading →
Photos by Olivia Rozinski BrewStock 2023 was held July 22 at The Rooster in Gastonia, NC. FTS photographer Olivia Rozinski was there to capture some of the fun!! A KILLER'S CONFESSION A WAR TO WIN AWESOME RAY RAY DYING OATH FURY 58 NAIL BITE THE COURSING THE WELCOMING WITNESS MARKS MOST IMPORTANTLY, THE FANS!!
Photos and Writing by Olivia Rozinski Bands mentioned: The Cardinal Endeavor, Reflect//Refine, Dark Signs, Lylvc (pronounced Lilac) If you’re familiar with these bands, one of your first thoughts might have been something along the lines of how eclectic the night would be. You’d be absolutely correct. And it was a solid line up that covered... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Olivia Rozinski If you haven’t planned to visit Tap Yard in Raleigh soon, you’ll want to keep an eye out for their weekly line up and future events. They’re no stranger to heavier music and catering to flying elbows if they just happen to show up. Their first heavier show could... Continue Reading →
In the Gutter with Charlotte’s Favorite Sludge-Punk Band By: A.G.M. (Life on The Charlotte Scene) Photos by: Seth Rodriguez (@innerdistortion) Mike Smith, Frontman and Vocalist of WASTOID. Photo Courtesy of Seth Rodriguez @innerdisortion. WASTOID– undoubtedly one of the Charlotte hardcore/ DIY scene’s most beloved and recognizable bands. With three Spotify album releases in 2022, including... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Kenny Brown As someone who lives in constant heartbreak knowing I'll likely never get the opportunity to see another Dillinger Escape Plan show, getting to catch Greg Puciato stop by Charlotte on his current tour felt like the next best thing. Puciato didn't disappoint. His newer music feels a little darker... Continue Reading →
fuelthescene.com 