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by Linda Carlson - March 18, 2018March 27, 2018

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Lexington, KY – Outside Manchester Music Hall, the queue of concert-goers stretched double-wide for more than a block, and the doors had already been open for 30 minutes. Faithful fans were eager to see Motionless In White and openers Ice Nine Kills, Like Moths to Flames and Every Time I Die.

John 5 And The Creatures // Live @ The Vogue // 2.21.18

by Linda Carlson - February 26, 2018March 27, 2018

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Indianapolis, IN – John 5 And The Creatures just finished a leg of their It’s Alive Tour that included a stop at The Vogue in Indianapolis on February 21, 2018. Standout Story, an on-the-rise Indianapolis band with a strong following, opened the night. The foursome played to the

Stone Sour // Live @ The Old National Centre // 2.17.18

by Linda Carlson - February 23, 2018

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Indianapolis, IN – On February 18, Stone Sour hit the stage in the Egyptian Room at The Old National Centre. Nashville-based The Dead Deads opened the night's events. With their trademark X’s over their eyes, the “Deads” (Meta, Johnnie, Dolly and Daisy) rocked the house, drawing the audience into their

Here Come The Mummies // Live @ The Vogue // 2.17.18

by Linda Carlson - February 20, 2018

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Indianapolis, IN – On February 17, Indianapolis experienced a mummy invasion… of the musical variety! A sold-out crowd at The Vogue was treated to upbeat, animated entertainment from two talented and spirited bands: headliner Here Come The Mummies and opener Sun Stereo. Both bands were comprised of a

Flint Eastwood // Live @ The Hi-Fi // 2.9.18

by Linda Carlson - February 15, 2018

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Indianapolis, IN – On February 9, Detroit descended on Indianapolis, as headliner Flint Eastwood and opener Nydge performed at The Hi-Fi. Located in the historic Fountain Square district of Indianapolis, the venue hosts an eclectic variety of performers that proved to be an ideal fit

Umphrey’s McGee // Live @ The Taft Theatre // 1.13.18

by Linda Carlson - January 18, 2018

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Cincinnati, OH – Umphrey’s McGee’s strong Midwest following was evident during their two-night stint (January 12 & 13, 2018) at Cincinnati’s prestigious Taft Theatre to near-capacity crowds. Formed in 1997 in Notre Dame, Indiana, the band has garnered a loyal following through years of committed

Avatar // Live @ Express Live! // 1.6.18

by Linda Carlson - January 10, 2018

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Columbus, OH – Swedish heavy metal band Avatar kicked off its Avatar Country World Tour 2018 at Express Live in Columbus, Ohio on January 6, 2018 to a rowdy and enthused crowd. The band is promoting its recent release, Avatar Country. An Avatar concert is a feast for the senses that

Trans-Siberian Orchestra // Live @ US Bank Arena // 12.21.17

by Linda Carlson - December 31, 2017

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Cincinnati, OH – You know it’s the holiday season when Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) comes to town. In November and December each year, this rock opera band travels the country, performing two shows per day to accommodate the demand among rock audiences who want to mix

Seether // Live @ The Taft Theatre // 12.20.17

by Linda Carlson - December 28, 2017December 28, 2017

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Cincinnati, OH – Cincinnati’s 96Rock radio station hosted the Mistletoe Rock Show at the Taft Theatre on December 20, 2017 to a sold-out crowd. Headliner Seether was preceded by an opening lineup of Cincinnati local band American Sin, Nashville’s The Dead Deads and Missouri rockers

Shout Out Louds // Live @ A&R Music Bar // 11.7.17

by Linda Carlson - November 20, 2017

Article and Photos by: Linda Carlson Columbus, OH – Swedish alternative/indie pop band Shout Out Louds performed at the A&R Music Bar in Columbus on November 7, 2017. They are promoting their newest album, Ease My Mind, which was released in September 2017. It follows a several-year respite for the band,