Concert Reviews

In Concert: TOTO

by Jerry Watson— Guest Photojournalist — April 12, 2024 at the Stiefel Theater in Salina, KS What do you do when you’re on the road opening for Journey but have some free time? You get […]

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In Concert: Peter Frampton

by Ashleigh McDaniel — Guest Photojournalist — April 5, 2024 at the Midland Theater in Kansas City, MO Peter Frampton stopped in Kansas City for his 2024 Never EVER Say Never Tour for Spring 2024! Celebrating […]

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In Concert: Steve Hackett

by Jerry Watson— Guest Photojournalist — April 3rd, 2024 at The Uptown Theater in Kansas City, MO Steve Hackett Genesis Revisited 2024 North America Tour | FOXTROT at FIFTY + HACKETT HIGHLIGHTS Steve Hackett and […]

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Australia’s AARDVARK premiere new track 

Aardvark premiere the new track “Fire”. The track is the second to be revealed from the band’s highly anticipated debut album, Tough Love, set for international release on March 15th via Dying Victims Productions. Hear Aardvark‘s “Fire” in its entirety exclusively: Not to be confused with […]

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Shadow Eden’s | Skunkworx

by John Kindred— Publisher — Shadow Eden is a Progressive Rock instrumental group led by David Mercado. The band’s most recent release was 2015’s Perpetual Motion featured the late Randy Coven and Kenny Lane. Eight […]

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In Concert: Rival Sons

by Jadranka Jade— Sr. Photojournalist — October 20, 2023 at Cambridge Corn Exchange, Cambridge, UK Long Beach’s Rival Sons have been out on 30-date European tour for October 2023, where the band performed at eight […]

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In Concert: Hollywood Vampires

by Marija Brettle — Senior Columnist — Birmingham Utilita Arena, Birmingham, England, July 11, 2023 American supergroup Hollywood Vampires rocked Birmingham’s Utilita Arena. Fronted by Alice Cooper, they feature Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp on lead […]

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Toby Knapp | Merciless Regime

by John Kindred— Publisher — Instrumental shredder, Toby Knapp, returns with the 4-track EP Merciless Regime on Shredguy Records. Knapp drops three new songs inspired by his musical writing approach from his youth while also […]

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Amyr Abadawn | The Next Chapter

by John Kindred — Publisher — Amyr Abadawn new chapter becomes the next chapter with the release of The Next Chapter on Shredguy Records. This time around gluttonous fans get what seemed to have taken […]

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In Concert: Toto

by Jerry Watson — Guest Photographer — Uptown Theater, Kansas City, MO., March 29, 2023 Toto currently out on the road with Journey made a stop in Kansas City March 29th. Stopping without their tour […]

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Amoriello | Dear Dark

by John Kindred— Publisher — Thomas Amoriello returns with new music for Metal fans. Dear Dark is a five-track EP exploring Amoriello’s Metal leanings that emphasis searing and shredding lead guitar. This go around the […]

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In Concert: Flogging Molly

by Tamara Igleheart — Photojournalist — Saint Patrick’s Day was in full swing on Friday night, March 17th when Flogging Molly took over the Hollywood Palladium for a night of debauchery. A sea of green […]

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COUNTDOWN TO THE RELAUNCH OF RUSH’S ‘SIGNALS’

On April 28th, UMe/Mercury and Anthem Records continue the comprehensive Rush 40th anniversary album series with new and expanded editions of the band’s decade-defining 1982 release, Signals, an album that signified how the band was in no way […]

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BLOODBOUND release new single ‘The Raven’s Cry’, out now, new album ‘Tales From The North’

BLOODBOUND release new single ‘The Raven’s Cry‘, out now, new album ‘Tales From The North‘ out on 7th July on AFM Records.  Check out the video:  Swedish Power Metal Force BLOODBOUND Premieres New Song Of Upcoming Album “Tales From […]

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The Sean Baker Orchestra | WTF#

by John Kindred— Published — Shredguy Records continue to be the Shrapnel Records for the current decade. After battling through the Covid-era, the label has dropped release number 46, offering shred fans the latest musical […]

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MÖTLEY CRÜE TO RELEASE LIMITED-EDITION BOX SET FEATURING THE BAND’S FIRST FIVE PLATINUM SELLING ALBUMS ON CD & COLOURED VINYL

PRE-ORDER: HERE ‘Crücial Crüe: The Studio Albums 1981-1989’To Be Released On February 17, 2023 On the heels of MÖTLEY CRÜE’s highly successful THE STADIUM TOUR with Def Leppard and playing to over 1M fans in North […]

Interviews

Nicholas Emilio

by Daniel Corey— Guest Columnist — Interview with Nicholas EmilioBy Daniel Corey LA-based rock musician Nicholas Emilio is a seasoned performer and songwriter who has performed scores of shows around the world with his band, […]

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In Concert: Judas Priest

by Gary Dean Ash— Photojournalist — Hartman Arena, Park City, KS, USA – November 12, 2022 British Heavy Metal legends Judas Priest celebrated their 50th anniversary by making a stop at Hartman Arena in Park […]

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In Concert: Bridear

by Arta Gailuma — Photojournalist — Castle & Falcon Birmingham, UK, September 9, 2022 Arriving at Castle & Falcon I was overtaken by a feeling of familiarity – same season of the year, same venue, […]

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Vypera | Eat Your Heart Out

by Justin Gaines— Sr. Journalist — While it may seem that the Frontiers label is more of a factory these days, cranking out an endless series of mostly-forgettable collaboration projects, they do manage to discover […]

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UPON WINGS Teams with Skidd Mills (Saving Abel), Pepe Clarke Magaña (Kyng) for New Single + Video “Last Love”

Female-led rock band UPON WINGS have shared the new single and music video for “Last Love”. The soaring, guitar-heavy anthem was mixed and mastered by Skidd Mills, best known for working with bands like Saving Abel and Pop Evil. Pepe Clarke Magaña of California […]

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M!SS CRAZY | Clones

by Dan Skiba— Guest Columnist — Markus Allen Christopher and his crazy cohorts are back at it again with the release of Clones via Eonian Records.  For those not familiar with the band, M!SS CRAZY […]

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Better Noise Films Drops “The Retaliators” Trailer, Film to Feature On-Screen Appearances by Tommy Lee, Jacoby Shaddix, and Several Others

In THE RETALIATORS, an upstanding pastor uncovers a dark and twisted underworld as he searches for answers surrounding his daughter’s brutal murder. A high-octane original soundtrack and cameos from some of the biggest names in rock […]

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Acclaimed Rockers ALTER BRIDGE Announce New Album, “Pawns & Kings” + Release Title Track

Seventh Studio Album Now Available for Pre-Order HERE Lyric Video For Epic Title Track “Pawns & Kings” Since 2004, acclaimed rockers ALTER BRIDGE have been known for their memorable riffs, infectious vocal melodies and dueling guitar attack that has garnered […]

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Madame Mayhem Releases New Single “Inside Out”

Madame Mayhem has released her new single “Inside Out” to all digital platforms and radio. The Manhattan born singer/songwriter and burgeoning rock icon-in-the-making has weaponized the darkness, turning it into a rallying cry for all who were ever […]

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Brian May & Graham Gouldman to mark historic images delivered from James Webb Space Telescope with “Floating In Heaven”

JWST now has its own soundtrack. Listen: http://www.BrianMay.lnk.to/FloatingInHeaven The most powerful telescope ever launched into space, the James Webb Space Telescope – launched December 2021 and which entered orbit in January 2022 – finally becomes operational this week. […]

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Talas Announce New Album ‘1985’

TALAS is back with the release of their new album 1985, which will see a September 23, 2022 release via Metal Blade Records. Fans can preorder the album and check out the new single “Crystal […]

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SAVAGE MASTER reveal second track from new SHADOW KINGDOM album

Today, horror heavy metallers Savage Master reveal the new track “Spirit of Death.” The track is the second to be revealed from the band’s highly anticipated fourth album, Those Who Hunt at Night, set for international release on August 5th via Shadow Kingdom Records. […]

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Queensryche – Announce New Album “Digital Noise Alliance” Out In October And First Single “In Extremis”

With a career that not only spans, but has charted the course of multiple genres, QUEENSRŸCHE remains a force in their own right. “Digital Noise Alliance”, QUEENSRŸCHE’s 16th studio album, that will be out October 7th, […]

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Seven Kingdoms | Zenith

by John Kindred— Publisher — Florida’s Seven Kingdoms return with their seventh studio release aptly titled Zenith. The group has been hammering out an existence since 2007 when they released their debut independent studio album […]

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In Concert: STYX

by John Kindred— Publisher — Starlight Theater, Kansas City, MO, USA, June 14, 2022 Styx is currently out on a co-headlining tour with REO Speedwagon, which also features Loverboy opening the show. The tour dubbed […]

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In Concert: REO Speedwagon

by Ashleigh McDaniel— Guest Photojournalist — Starlight Theater, Kansas City, MO, USA, June 14, 2022 Midwest favorite, REO Speedwagon takes the stage at Starlight on what is the hottest night of the summer so far. […]

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In Concert: Loverboy

by John Kindred— Publisher — Starlight Theater, Kansas City, MO, USA, June 14, 2022 The legends of rock, REO Speedwagon, Styx & Loverboy made a stop in Kansas City at the Starlight Theatre for the […]

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In Concert: Whitesnake, Foreigner & Europe

by Marija Brettle with Emma Jenkins— Senior Columnist — Nottingham Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham, England, May 20, 2022 Tonight is a special night, a night where for the price of one ticket, you get to see […]

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In Concert: Nothing More

by John Kindred— Publisher — Uptown Theater, Kansas City, MO., 5/22/2022 Nothing More, currently co-headlining a U.S. tour with labelmates Asking Alexandria with support from Atreyu and Eva Under Fire, kicked things off May 13th […]

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In Concert: Kansas

by Jerry Watson — Guest Photographer — Kansas State University’s McCain Auditorium in Manhattan, KS, 5/18/2022 Long gone are the Aggieville bars and pubs that the progressive rock band Kansas used to play in when […]

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In Concert: Apocalyptica & Lacuna Coil

by Tamara Igleheart— Photojournalist — Belasco Theater, Los Angeles, CA, April 14, 2022 After two years of rescheduling and postponement due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Cell-O Tour finally visited Los Angeles on April 14, […]

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Amoriello | Phantom Sounds

by John Kindred— Publisher — Shredguy Records continues to carry the Metal torch dropping its latest studio release from guitarist Thomas Amoriello. Flying under the banner of his surname, Amoriello, Thomas Amoriello offers up his […]

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In Concert: AFI

by Tamara Igleheart— Photojournalist — The Hollywood Palladium, Hollywood, CA, March 25, 2022 Scores of Despair Faction members gathered at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, CA for two sold-out AFI shows on Friday, March […]

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D.D. Verni of Overkill

by Steve Patrick— Sr. Columnist — Things don’t always go according to plan in the course of music journalism. Oftentimes something negative happens (e.g., bad weather, traffic jams, visa issues, general Rockstar tardiness) and this […]

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In Concert: Trinity of Terror

by Tamara Igleheart— Photojournalist — The Hollywood Palladium, Hollywood, CA, March 18, 2022 The monstrous Trinity of Terror tour featuring Ice Nine Kills, Motionless in White, and Black Veil Brides touched down in Los Angeles […]

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Amyr Abadawn | The New Chapter

by John Kindred— Publisher — Shredguy Records continues to keep Shred guitar alive. This go-around the label offers up its 41st studio album with the release of Amyr Abadawn’s The New Chapter. Hailing from Singapore, […]

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BJ Laneby of M.ILL.ION

by Konstantin Chilikin — Columnist — BJ Laneby of M.ILL.ION It’s not a secret that Sweden has very strong rock and metal scene, especially when it comes to melodic kinds of genres. The fact that […]

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Saxon | Carpe Diem

by Sean “The Hell Destroyer” Peck— Guest Columnist — This is my very first album review; this is how I roll after reading hundreds reviewing my stuff, now the shoe is on the other foot. […]

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Lori Barber (Hoppenheit) of Stiletto

by Konstantin Chilikin— Columnist — First, I want to apologize to Lori Barber (née Hoppenheit), ex-bass player of a Canadian hard rock band Stiletto, that it took THAT long to post this interview. It was […]

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Toby Knapp | Psychic Contagion

by John Kindred — Publisher — Late in 2021, guitarist Toby Knapp released a four-song EP titled Psychic Contagion. The EP precedes his next full-length effort titled From the Aether, to be released by Moribund […]

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Lokerse Feesten 2021

by Elsie Roymans— Sr. Photojournalist — July 31, 2021, at @ Lokerse Feesten, Belgium — We had a blast @Lokerse Feesten 2021, despite the rain and COVID-19 guidelines.   It sure felt great to be back […]

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Jon Siejka of Magic Dance

by Alexandra Mrozowska— Senior Columnist — More or less fifteen years ago journos and fans alike started to talk about a “new wave” of Glam and Sleaze Metal, some with hopes of bringing the ‘80s […]

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Andie K of Key of F

by Alexx Calise— Columnist — The ladies of The Key of F, an LA-based rock/pop duo consisting of vocalist, Andie K, and multi-instrumentalist, Marie Pettit are getting back into the “swing” of things with their […]