There is no better way to say goodbye to the last bits of summer than a concert. Especially when that concert is a band that I have grown up with and rocked out to more than I’d care to admit. Saliva stormed through the Knitting Factory on September 28 th , and it was one of the best shows I have ever been a part of. It was wholly wild being able to be seen by a band, and LYLVC ( pronounced Lilac ) made sure to make the whole set memorable. LYLVC  is such a breath of fresh ai

During his 30-minute performance, Kevin Morby managed to grab the crowd's attention instantly. His performance was filled with grit, warmth, and that easy confidence he carries with him. There are a lot of really great songs on the album with poetic storytelling and steady, hypnotic groove, with saxophone solos from Cochemea Gastelum that add a rich, soulful touch. Morby didn't just warm up the room; his set transformed it. By the end, it was clear he had made some new fans.

The Strand Ballroom & Theatre  Providence,RI  October 29,2025 By Adam Bakelman Lowlives Opening the night in Providence,RI was Lowlives , the British American grunge outfit signed to Spinefarm Records. With their gritty sound and undeniable stage presence, they set an energetic tone for what would become a night of unfiltered rock and roll. Frontman Lee Downer  led with raw, raspy vocals, the band kicked off their eight song set with two heavy hitters “ Freaking Out ,” the ti

Walls of Jericho  undeniably brought the heat to the intimate hometown show at The Shelter, with support from Frozen Ground , Wounded Touch , and Escalation of Force  on October 29, 2025.  Starting the night out strong with Escalation of Force , who brought hardcore riffs and crushing vocals to the table. This absolutely set the tone for the night ahead. Wounded Touch followed their set, which in my opinion, is a band every hardcore fan should keep on their radar. They genuin

October 24th — Nu-Metal legends Mudvayne  stopped in Montclair , New Jersey  at the historic Wellmont Theater  for a sold-out celebration of twenty-five years of  L.D. 50. The album was released on August 22, 2000, via Epic Records . When most people talk about Nu Metal, there’s no question that this band from Peoria, Illinois, stands at the forefront alongside Slipknot , Korn , and System of a Down . Add the equally legendary Static-X  (also celebrating 25 years of their deb

On Tuesday night, the New York indie rockers Arcy Drive brought their electric sound to The Waiting Room in Omaha, NE . They delivered a great performance of raw energy, with an emotional core. This tour was in support of their 2025 debut album, The Pit. Arcy Drive proved that they’re more than an up-and-coming indie rock band. They’re showing that they are a group that is finding their voice and sound in real time, and it’s been so fun to see how this band has progressed