For those of us who grew up with Moseley Shoals and Marchin’ Already as the soundtrack to our youth, Ocean Colour Scene’s latest live outing felt less like a gig and more like a deeply personal reunion. On a packed evening at O2 Brixton Academy, London: the band (including original members Simon Fowler, Steve Cradock, and Oscar Harrison) — proved that, while the years may have moved on, their music remains as vital and stirring as ever.

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wo nights and two terrific shows; I had driven a long way from Boston to Portland to cover the two nights of Moe’s performance in Portland. The first show was at Portland House of Music and Events on April 17, 2025. It was a sold-out acoustic night. The second show was at the State Theatre, on April 18.

Dorothy; The Redemption Tour with Cory Marks, Took The Legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ to Tombstone Town!

On April 12, 2025, Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, Massachusetts, welcomed Lez Zeppelin. The Girls Tribute Band of Led Zeppelin founded in 2004 by New York guitarist, Steph Paynes. Composed of band leader and founder Steph Paynes (guitar, mandolin, theremin), Dana Athens (vocals), Joan Chew (bass, keys, mandolin), Hillary Blaze (drums, percussion).

Have you ever experienced a night that you just can’t forget? Last night, Cold took us on a journey at The Gramercy Theatre in NYC, performing the album A Different Kind of Pain and 13 Ways to Bleed in its entirety. That is over 2 hours of live show for Cold alone! What a night!

Night 2 at the sold-out Starland Ballroom was nothing short of spectacular as The Used graced the stage to perform their iconic album “In Love and Death” in its entirety. The atmosphere was electric, and you could feel the anticipation pulsing through the crowd long before the curtain dropped.

On April 16th, 2025- Hawthorne Heights performed at the Charleston Music Hall in South Carolina with special guests; Chiodos, Emmure, and The Callous Daoboys. I understand that Chiodos was headlining but yesterday was National Semicolon Day and Hawthorne Heights created music in the early 2000’s for those who struggle with isolation, self-harm, suicide, and more mental health disorders.

Spiritbox’s ascendance within the current realm of popular metal music has been thrilling to watch. In just a few short years, the band has embarked on numerous sold-out headliner tours throughout the globe, opened for rock mainstays like Korn, Shinedown, and Ghost, and garnered multiple Grammy nominations.

Spokane welcomed Theory of a Deadman with guests Mick Blankenship and Ayron Jones to the Spokane Tribe Casino for a night of intimate tunes like you’d find in your best friend’s basement. From the moment I walked through the door, I could feel the energy buzzing around and everyone was excited to be there.

Do you remember the man with the beard, long hair, and woolen cap? That infectious song that was a staple on radio stations throughout the 1990s. Yes, it's "Two Princes"—and the band behind it is still active. Yeah, Spin Doctors.

Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel hit the stage. Known for their amazing improvisational ability and their spontaneous creation of music, Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel is amongst the most creative southern rock band on the contemporary scene.

Wednesday 13 is out on his There's No Such Thing as Monsters Tour celebrating 20 years of his debut album Transylvania 90210. He brought along a packed bill including I Ya Toyah, Dead Rabbits and Stitched Up Heart to The Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ. The crowd was small but mighty. They showed love and rocked out to each band.

One of the most exciting aspects of concert journalism is the ability to encounter music you never would've experienced if you only covered one specific style of music. Prior to about a month ago, I had no idea the genre of electro-swing even existed.

This definitely won't be the last time you hear the name Senses--but if it's the first, allow me to introduce you.  Madison Taylor and Nick Sampson are the powerhouses whose kinship creates this "emo friendly, punk curious, “pop-rock“ duo .