While wandering around I actually ran into a couple members of night one's headliners, Treaty Oak Revival. I thought it was so cool that the headliners were there bright and early, wandering around and interacting with people. It was nice to have a little chat with the guys about the recent shows, and the boys were excited to only have one more show after Minnesota before they got to head home for a few days. These types of interactions with bands were pretty common all week

From July 18 to July 19, 2026, the community of Marshfield, Massachusetts, hosted the Levitate Music and Arts Festival. It was more than just a music festival; it was a celebration of community, creativity, and connection. With two days of live music, art installations, local food and beverage vendors, artists, aircraft displays, and more, over 20,000 people per day gathered to experience the joy of music and the arts.

The Midwest heat was relentless, but it never stood a chance against the energy pouring through Upheaval Festival on Day 1. From the second I walked through the gates with my camera in hand, it was clear this wasn't just another music festival it was a gathering of a community that lives and breathes heavy music. My day started with Thousand Below, who wasted no time pulling the crowd into their emotionally charged sound. Their performance struck a balance between vulnerab

Death metal fans packed The Space Ballroom in Hamden, Connecticut, on a hot Monday night for a lineup that showcased both legendary veterans and rising talent. Connecticut's own Groaning Retch kicked things off, followed by the technical brutality of Wormhole, the relentless force of Kataklysm, and a crushing headlining performance from Six Feet Under. From circle pits and synchronized headbanging to crowd chants echoing throughout the venue, the energy never let up.

ewis Capaldi had the honour of closing BST Hyde Park 2026, with not just one but two incredible headline sets on the final two nights of the festival. Playing back-to-back nights on the Great Oak Stage, Capaldi stood in the footprints of many greats before him. The Rolling Stones, The Who, Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Elton John, and Lewis were very much deserving of this same accolade.

They performed at Live at Madrid's, a new venue featuring exposed brick walls, excellent lighting and sound, and a friendly crowd devoted entirely to live music. The opening act, Eastbound Jesus, set the tone with captivating melodies and an energetic stage presence, drawing the audience into a warm and intimate atmosphere.

Over the weekend, singer-songwriter and TikTok star Alex Warren pulled into Philly’s Xfinity Mobile Arena with his “Finding Family on the Road Tour,” and to say there was anything “Ordinary” about it would be a lie. I have been a fan of Warren’s since before I knew he was interested in being a musician through his work on TikTok. I remember seeing the first video where he was showing music he was working on, and I was both shocked and impressed—thinking and hoping he made

On July 10, 2026, the State Theatre in Portland, Maine, welcomed The Disco Biscuits for a two-set concert attended by hundreds of fans. It was an exceptional night of music, and the band delivered a phenomenal performance. Formed in 1995, the group is one of the most popular jam bands in the United States. Embracing modern technology, The Disco Biscuits incorporate elements from a variety of musical genres while maintaining a foundation rooted in electronic and rock music.

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind, and Fire proved their legendary status at Hartford’s People’s Bank Arena. From the first notes of Earth, Wind, and Fire’s Shining Star to Richie’s final song of the evening, All Night Long, the audience was on their feet, singing every lyric and dancing in every space. It was an ecstatic moment as the music spanned generations and decades of musical history.