Beartooth and Trivium at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD – May 21, 2023
Beartooth and Trivium made a stop in Silver Spring on a Sunday night to kick the week off on the right note.
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Whitechapel at Baltimore Soundstage in Baltimore, MD – April 20, 2023
Whitechapel made a stop in Baltimore, playing their album The Valley in full.
Read moreAlter Bridge at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD – February 4, 2023
Alter Bridge brought the heat in a sold-out show at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, with support from Mammoth WVH and Red.
Read moreSmashing Pumpkins and Janes Addiction at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC – October 18, 2022
Smashing Pumpkins came to Washington DC with their friends in Janes Addiction in tow.
Read moreWardruna at The Warner Theatre in Washington, DC – October 14, 2022
After a two-year delay, Wardruna brought their Kvitravn tour to Washington, DC, for a night that can simply be described as an experience.
Read moreLacuna Coil at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD – September 15, 2022
Lacuna Coil brought the Black Anima tour to the DC area, with friends Butcher Babies, Uncured, and Lions at the Gate joining them.
Read moreAt the Gates at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD – August 29, 2022
At the Gates brought a blistering night of music to The Fillmore Silver Spring while celebrating the anniversary of their fourth album, Slaughter of the Soul. Joining them on the tour were Municipal Waste and Enforced.
Read moreSantana at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA – August 20, 2022
After a one year delay, the Miraculous Supernatural tour finally brought Santana, along with Earth, Wind & Fire, to the DC area.
Read moreHalestorm
Santander Arena
Reading, PA
April 1, 2016
On April 1st, I had the opportunity to catch Halestorm at The Reading Eagle Theater in Reading, PA. It was certainly one hell of a night, and Halestorm really brought the storm to the stage. Lita Ford The fans pressed their bodies against the barricade, chattering excitedly as the crew began to set up for Rock n Roll legend and […]
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Voltage Lounge
Philadelphia, PA
March 2, 2016
Last month, I was able to catch up and coming band, Run 2 Cover, opening for Austin Jones, in the very intimate Voltage Lounge in Philadelphia, PA. Their energetic show is definitely a sight to see. The small crowd piled into the venue slowly, searching for the perfect spot to view the show. Soon the band made their presence known […]
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The Webster Studio
New York, NY
February 26, 2016
The Webster Studio in New York City was recently graced with the presence of up and comers, From Ashes to New, celebrating the release of their debut album, Day One. To give everyone a background on the band, From Ashes to New is a five-piece alternative rock/rap group from Lancaster, PA, having formed two years ago. However, their show is […]
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Webster Theater
Hartford, CT
December 12, 2015
Last month I had the opportunity to catch All That Remains at the Webster Theater in Hartford, CT. Their openers were Sons of Texas, Audiotopsy, and Devour the Day. To put it simply, it was one hell of a night and I have to say, one of the best shows of 2015. Sons of Texas The fans pressed their bodies […]
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The Electric Factory
Philadelphia, PA
November 12, 2015
I recently saw Gwar this past Thursday at the Electric Factory in Philadelphia. If we’re being completely honest, I have only heard of Gwar by name, and seen photos of them online. I have also heard the “horror stories” about what they do on stage and what they do to the crowd. I thought I was prepared but nothing could […]
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The Fillmore
Philadelphia, PA
November 10, 2015
Last week, I saw Awolnation at the newly opened venue, The Fillmore, in Philadelphia. I have covered various genres but never before have I covered electronic rock/folk electronica and it was certainly an incredible experience. Opening for them on this tour was folk singer, Meg Myers. The venue began to fill up as the night wore on and fans excitedly […]
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Aaron Nordstrom
Frontman of
Gemini Syndrome
Recently, I chatted with Gemini Syndrome’s front man, Aaron Nordstrom. We discussed the details on the band’s impending sophomore album, lineup changes, and more. Gemini Syndrome released their single, “Eternity,” on August 14th and is currently on a headlining tour before heading back to the studio. New England Music Blog: Is there an official title for the second album? Aaron […]
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Saint Asonia
Starland Ballroom
August 28, 2015
Last month I had the opportunity to catch Saint Asonia and Buckcherry at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ. To put it simply, it was one hell of a show. I saw Buckcerry two years ago at a festival and I was quite curious to see how it was in an intimate setting. As for Saint Asonia, I honestly had […]
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Adam Gontier
Vocalist of
Saint Asonia
At Saint Asonia’s show at the Starland Ballroom, we had a chance to sit down with lead singer Adam Gontier, former singer of Three Days Grace. New England Music Blog: How did you come up with your band name? Adam Gontier: We didn’t actually… I mean the word asonia was flying around for a while now, it’s just a word […]
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The Paramount
Huntington, NY
August 23, 2015
Last month on August 23rd, I had the amazing opportunity to catch one of my favorite classic rock bands, ZZ Top, at The Paramount in Huntington, NY. I was not sure what to expect before the show started but as soon as they hit the stage, I was in complete awe. After a local rock/jazz band warmed up the crowd […]
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Arch Enemy
Starland Ballroom
August 9, 2015
A couple of weeks ago, I was able to witness a very intense show. I have seen a few death metal shows, but none like this. The Summer Slaughter Tour lineup consisted of Beyond Creation, Cattle Decapitation, The Acacia Strain, Veil of Maya, Born of Osiris and Arch Enemy. If we’re being completely honest, I wasn’t exactly prepared for what […]
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Guitarist
Lita Ford
August 2015
Recently, I had the opportunity to do an interview via email with Lita Ford, the former lead guitarist of 1970’s rock band, The Runaways. She will be performing at Food Truck & Rock Carnival in New Jersey on September 20. New England Music Blog: What was it like to work with Ozzy? Lita Ford: Ozzy is very talented, […]
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Finger Eleven
Sherman Theater
Stroudsburg, PA
Last week, Three Days Grace really rocked the stage at The Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania with openers Devour the Day and Finger Eleven. It was certainly a show to remember and I had the lucky opportunity to witness it. The first band to kick off the night was Devour the Day. Devour the Day The excited voices from the […]
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The Paramount
Huntington, NY
June 21, 2015
Not too long ago, I had the incredible chance to see From Ashes to New and P.O.D. (Payable on Death) share the same stage. For a Sunday night and a holiday (Father’s Day), The Paramount was fairly packed. From Ashes to New One by one, each concertgoer settled down, having found a perfect spot to perch themselves while awaiting the […]
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Sonny Sandoval
Vocalist of
P.O.D.
At their June 21 tour date in Huntington, NY, Kate had a chance to sit down with P.O.D. vocalist Sonny Sandoval. Guitarist Marcos Curiel also dropped in for a few words. New England Music Blog: So you guys have a new record coming out, The Awakening. Tell me about it. Sony Sandoval: It’s a conceptual record; it’s a little bit […]
Read moreOf Mice and Men
Worcester Palladium
Worcester, MA
May 12, 2015
Not too long ago, I was able to catch Of Mice and Men on the Full Circle Tour at the Palladium in Worcester. For a Tuesday night, it was quite impressive that the show was sold out. However, to say the evening was incredible is an understatement. It was something that had to be witnessed. Fans roamed around the venue, […]
Read moreGodsmack and Papa Roach at Mohegan Sun Arena – May 10, 2015
A couple of weeks ago at Mohegan Sun Arena, I had the opportunity to catch one hell of a lineup: Hellyeah, Papa Roach and Godsmack. For a Sunday, it was fairly packed and a great way to end the weekend. Hellyeah As soon as everyone piled inside the venue, it wasn’t long till Hellyeah unleashed their incredible set upon the […]
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Dragonforce
Worcester Palladium
May 01, 2015
May 1st was the place to be on a Friday night at the Palladium with the incredible synthetic metal bands, DragonForce and Kamelot, kicking the month off the right way. To start the night off was DragonForce. Dragonforce The lights dimmed and the music came to a screeching halt. The fans cheered loudly as all the members of DragonForce appeared […]
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The Palladium
Worcester, MA
April 11, 2015
The line outside the venue that wrapped around the entire block and once the doors opened and everyone piled in, it was time for the show to begin. There was a various mixture of fans wearing large platform buckled boots, long ripped skirts, spiked leather jackets with Sabaton or Nightwish t-shirts on. As everyone crowded in closer to the stage, […]
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Apocalyptica
Shadowmaker
April 2015
Over the years, the four pieced Finnish metal band, Apocalyptica, have had various well-known musical guests accompany their beautiful string pieces from Cristina Scabbia (Lacuna Coil), Brent Smith (Shinedown), Corey Taylor (Slipknot/Stone Sour), Lacey Sturm (formerly of Flyleaf), and many more. As of today, Apocalyptica released their eighth studio album, Shadowmaker, debuting their latest member, frontman, Franky Perez. Produced by […]
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Brad Walst
Bass Player of
Three Days Grace
Three Days Grace has just released their fifth album, Human, which is also their first album with new singer Matt Walst. I had a chance to talk with bass player Brad Walst about the new album, and the changes the band has gone through. New England Music Blog: How was the transition period between the singers? Brad Walst: It was […]
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Three Days Grace
Human
March 2015
Being human can be an emotional struggle. We, the human race, deal with heartbreak, pain, addiction, fear, anger and so many more. Three Days Grace does not fail showing the battles we face as mankind in the recent release of their fifth studio album, Human. This is the band’s first album with new vocalist, Matt Walst, who joined the band’s […]
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