The Steel Woods // Live @ Elevation 27 // 8.17.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - August 24, 2023 Article and photos by: Wendy Podmenik Woodell VIRGINIA BEACH, VA-- Today's “outlaw” country/ southern rock is rich with talent and burgeoning with a slew of talented bands. More than just a revival; it grows in popularity with ardent devotees and it rivals the “pop” country movement. While modern country features catchy
Disturbed // Live @ Riverbend Music Center // 8.16.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Linda Carlson - August 24, 2023 Article & Photos by: Linda Carlson Cincinnati, OH – Disturbed’s Take Back Your Life North American Tour 2023 marks the first full tour for the band since 2018. The tour has featured a number of accompanying bands including Asking Alexandria, Theory of a Deadman, I Prevail, Dorothy and others. On this
Blacktop Mojo // Live @ Manchester Music Hall // 8.13.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Linda Carlson - August 19, 2023 Article & Photos by: Linda Carlson Lexington, KY – It was not a bad night to make the jaunt from Cincinnati to Lexington to catch Blacktop Mojo at Manchester Music Hall. The band hit the stage to bring good southern rock to their Kentucky fans. Opening the evening first was The Damn
Eggy // Live @ Heist Brewery and Barrel Arts // 8.16.2023 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Jason Robey - August 19, 2023 Photos and review by: Jason Robey CHARLOTTE, NC -- Connecticut genre-bending jam band Eggy made a tour stop at Heist Brewery and Barrel Arts on Wednesday, bringing their energetic, improv-heavy show to an enthusiastic Charlotte crowd. The band has been hitting the scene hard lately and building a loyal fanbase, and
Mudvayne // Live @ Ruoff Music Center // 8.8.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Linda Carlson - August 15, 2023 Article & Photos by: Linda Carlson Indianapolis, IN – Mudvayne’s Psychotherapy Sessions 2023 Tour is stacked with five heavy metal bands that bring metal magic to fans seeking release. To accommodate the impressive lineup, the first band hit the stage at 5:30PM. California’s female fronted Butcher Babies started the evening, featuring Heidi
Windy City Smokeout // Chicago, IL // 7.13 – 7.16 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED FESTIVALS Uncategorized by Charles Yamabe - August 10, 2023 Chicago, IL -- Windy City Smokeout 2023 celebrated their ten year anniversary in style! Once again they treated festival-goers to some of the biggest names in country music and the best barbecue around. Ten years for any festival is a big deal but Windy City Smokeout is special because it didn't
Incubus // Live @ Brady Music Center // 8.1.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Linda Carlson - August 4, 2023 Article & photos by: Linda Carlson Cincinnati, OH – The summer continues to burn bright with touring bands making the rounds cross country. On this night, Incubus performed to an appreciative crowd at the Andrew J Brady Music Center, situated comfortably along the Ohio River. Count Incubus among the many bands that
Underoath // Live @ Old Forester Paristown Hall // 7.17.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Michael W. Bright - August 2, 2023August 3, 2023 Article and Photos by: Michael W. Bright Louisville KY- In a captivating concert at the Old Forester Paristown Hall on July 17, genre evolving metalcore, emo-alternative, screamo, formerly Christian (a label they discarded around 2006) American rock band, Underoath, showcased their blend of full-frontal instrumentation, emotionally charged lyrics, and visceral power.
Cracker // Live @ Riverfront Live // 7.21.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Linda Carlson - July 28, 2023 Article & Photos by: Linda Carlson Cincinnati, OH – It was Friday, a night to relax and enjoy an evening with Cracker, a Virginia rock band that has produced relevant rock since the 1990s. Of the original band, David Lowery (vocals, guitar) and Johnny Hickman (lead guitar) remain, joined by long-time members
Staind & Godsmack // Live @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater // 7.21.23 CONCERT REVIEWS FEATURED MUSIC by Wendy Podmenik Woodell - July 26, 2023 Article and photos by: Wendy Podmenik Woodell VIRGINA BEACH. VA-- A power line up for a hard hitting show on a sultry summer night. Featuring famed opener Mix Master Mike of the Beastie Boys, the crowd was pumped for a fantastic night of music that satisfied the need to rock off