BABYMETAL // Live @ House Blues, Anaheim // 12.03.24 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Rudy Salgado - December 10, 2024April 11, 2025 Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado On December 3, 2024, BABYMETAL electrified the House of Blues in Anaheim with a show that was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment they performed "BABYMETAL DEATH," it was clear the night was destined to be unforgettable. Blending their unique fusion of heavy metal
California Is For Lovers: A Reunion of Emo and Punk Legends CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED FESTIVALS MUSIC by Rudy Salgado - November 11, 2024 Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado Los Angeles, California – On August 31st, The Torch at the LA Memorial Coliseum hosted a festival that felt like stepping into a time machine for every emo and punk fan who lived through the early 2000s. Hawthorne Heights, the Ohio-based band that captured the
California Roots Festival 2024: A Celebration of Reggae, Hip-Hop, and Good Vibes CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED FESTIVALS MUSIC by Rudy Salgado - November 11, 2024 Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado The 13th annual California Roots Festival came to life at the Monterey County Fairgrounds over Memorial Day weekend (May 24-26, 2024), bringing a blend of reggae and hip-hop to the California coast. This year's event once again proved why Cali Roots is a movement, not
Calling All Captains // Live @ Chain Reaction // 9.7.24 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Rudy Salgado - September 8, 2024 Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado Anaheim, CA - Calling All Captains, the pop-punk/post-hardcore band from Alberta, Canada, is celebrating a decade of music-making, and their recent performance at Chain Reaction in Anaheim, California, was a powerful reflection of their journey. During the show, lead vocalist Luc shared an inspiring memory
Asking Alexandria // Live @ House of Blues San Diego // 5.15.24 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Rudy Salgado - May 20, 2024June 1, 2024 Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado San Diego, CA – The All My Friends tour is wrapping up on a high note as Asking Alexandria brings their dynamic energy to a sold out show at the House of Blues San Diego. The English rock band, featuring Danny Worsnop (vocals), Ben Bruce (lead
Caroline Rose // Live @ The Lodge // 5.7.24 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Rudy Salgado - May 17, 2024June 4, 2024 Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado Los Angeles, CA — Following a consecutive couple of months of touring, indie-pop star Caroline Rose brought her infectious energy to a packed Lodge Room on May 7th, 2024. Rose is currently promoting her album, The Art of Forgetting, with a tour through California, Oregon,
Mitski // Live @ Shrine Auditorium // 3.30.24 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Rudy Salgado - April 1, 2024April 1, 2024 Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado Los Angeles, CA -- Mitski's performance at the Shrine Auditorium this past Saturday night was nothing short of mesmerizing. With her unparalleled talent and captivating stage presence, Mitski transformed the venue into a breathtaking display of music, art, and emotion. From the moment Mitski stepped onto