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 →
Photography and writing by Shanna Rogers The final leg of the “Yes, Chef!” Tour kicked off with a bang in Raleigh, North Carolina, on July 8th, 2025 at Kings, bringing a night full of raw punk energy. Winona Fighter (Nashville, TN) took the stage and the crowd by storm, supported by Earther (Raleigh, NC) and... 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 and Review by Jason Robey High Point, NC -- Friday June 20, 2025 in Greensboro, NC, ever-evolving jam veterans moe. turned COHAB Space into a swirling vortex of grooves and otherworldly improvisations. The industrial warehouse-turned-venue, already buzzing with anticipation, began to fill with a sea of longtime fans and first-timers alike, making their calls... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Kyle Ostrander If you stumbled into a pitch black Iron Lung show, you would assume there must be at least 10 musicians on stage to fill a room with that much energy and sound. But you’d be amazed to find it’s only a duo of guitar and drums that creates a... Continue Reading →
Photos & Writing by Taylor Bandy This past weekend, we dove into the world of Southern PA Metalfest (SPAMF)—a growing force in Pennsylvania’s local heavy music scene, now entering its second year at Codorus State Park in York County, PA. Held on June 20th and 21st, the two-day event showcased what the regional metal community... 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 →
Photos and Writing by Kyle Ostrander Doom metal pioneers Pallbearer have had an impressive career spanning nearly two decades. Last year, the band released their fifth album Mind Burns Alive, and embarked on their extensive Temporary Spaces tour in support of the record. Picking up again this year, the group’s second leg of the tour... Continue Reading →
Photos and Review by Jolene Rheault MARTINSVILLE, VA — Tucked into the lush, rolling hills of Martinsville, Virginia, Rooster Walk 15 came alive over Memorial Day weekend (May 22–25, 2025) at Pop’s Farm, transforming the peaceful countryside into a vibrant celebration of music, nature, and connection. With over 45 bands performing across six thoughtfully curated... Continue Reading →
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