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Tiger Lewis Creates Magic with Packed Show @ The Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles, California
The night before the release of his EP, Mr. Right Now, Tiger Lewis played a must-see show at The Moroccan in Los Angeles, CA.

Monica Soriano
Aug 25


HAYLA Electrifies Music Hall of Williamsburg With a Vocally Explosive Performance
A masterclass in confidence: how HAYLA turned Williamsburg's spotlight into her moment.

Fernando Flores
Aug 18


Hot Take: "Sold Out" Doesn't Mean What You Think It Means Anymore
Concert marketing has quietly turned "sold out" into a marketing strategy instead of a milestone.

Rebecca McDevitt
Aug 18


It Wasn’t Just a Phase: Simple Plan Headlines a Sold-out Show at Jacob’s Pavilion
Simple Plan Celebrates their 25th Anniversary with an Electric North American Tour
Madison Cozzens
Aug 16


Blood, Fire, and The Black Parade: My Chemical Romance Takes Over Citi Field
My Chemical Romance did not wait for the first note to start the show. The second fans entered Citi Field, they were no longer simply concertgoers. They were prisoners.

Fernando Flores
Aug 13


Jack Harlow Makes His Long-Awaited Return on Opening Night of The Monica Tour
After four years away from touring, Harlow took over Brooklyn Paramount with new music, fan-favorite throwbacks, and a sold-out crowd ready to welcome him back. Article & Photography Contributed by Miranda Wyman. After four years away from touring, Jack Harlow made his long-awaited return to the stage on Tuesday, August 4, kicking off The Monica Tour with a sold-out show at the Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, New York. For an opening night, there was already a feeling in the
Miranda Wyman
Aug 9


Rainbow Kitten Surprise Turns a Meadow Brook's Lawn Into One Big Sing-Along
Spacey Jane closes out their run as openers in style, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise brings the Bones Tour to Rochester Hills, MI.

LJ Portnoy
Aug 2


Train Celebrates 25 Years of Drops of Jupiter at PNC Bank Arts Center
On the anniversary tour, Train celebrated the album that defined a generation while reminding fans why its songs still resonate today.
Miranda Wyman
Jul 30


Kaleo and Dawes Turn a Slow Building Tuesday into a Packed House Celebration at The Salt Shed
Article and Photos Contributed By Ernesto Raul Aguilar A Tuesday night at The Salt Shed began with a room that appeared as though it might take its time filling in. Before Dawes took the stage, the crowd was surprisingly sparse, but within minutes the venue transformed into a packed house. What started as a scattered audience quickly became a sea of eager concertgoers, ready for an evening that would blend thoughtful songwriting and blues-infused rock. Dawes may have opened t

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Jul 24


Franklin Jonas & The Byzantines: The Rubble, the Rise, and the First of Many
Franklin Jonas performing in Hanover, MD. | Photography by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography) Article, Interview, & Photos by LJ Portnoy & Rebecca McDevitt Franklin Jonas has been doing the work quietly, and the proof is in the rooms. Over the last few years, he and The Byzantines have grown from an exciting new project into one of the most talked-about rising acts in the Americana space, one believer at a time. Busking outside venues on the Greetings From

SoundCheck Team
Jul 20


Home Is Where the Music Is: Modest Mouse Returns to Seattle
The Issaquah rock icons celebrated their Pacific Northwest roots with deep cuts, new music, and a heartfelt hometown performance at the 5th Avenue Theatre. Article & Photos by Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff Modest Mouse performing at 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, WA. Photography by Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff (@vanezasnaps on IG). There’s always something almost tangibly different about a homecoming show. Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, Modest Mouse proved exactly why during the
Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff
Jul 15


Hot Take: Digital Tickets Didn't Have to Kill the Concert Souvenir
The live music industry didn't just switch to digital tickets. It quietly took away one of the most meaningful traditions of going to a concert. Today, buying a ticket usually means downloading an app, logging in, and pulling up a barcode at the venue. It's convenient, fast, and helps reduce fraud and counterfeit tickets. Those are all good things. But why did convenience have to come at the expense of choice?

SoundCheck Team
Jul 15


Back From the Dead and Better Than Ever: The Cab Brings Fans Back in Time at Philadelphia's TLA
More than a decade after stepping away, The Cab returned to Philadelphia with a night full of unforgettable songs, surprising covers, and a crowd that never forgot a single lyric. Article & Photos Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt The Cab performing at the TLA in Philadelphia, PA | Photography by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography) Since forming in Las Vegas in 2004, The Cab built a loyal following in the pop rock scene, blending infectious hooks with heartfel

Rebecca McDevitt
Jun 26


Tanner Grigoli Brings It Home for an Unforgettable First Headlining Show at House of Independents
For many artists, a first headlining show is a milestone. For New Jersey native Tanner Grigoli, it felt like a homecoming. Tanner Grigoli at the House of Independents in Ashbury Park, NJ.
Miranda Wyman
Jun 26


Connor Price & Nic D Opened the Iconic Tour in Royal Oak, and the Room Knew Every Word
Connor Price & Nic D opened their Iconic Tour at a sold-out Royal Oak Music Theatre, joined by opener GRAHAM, a live "Scoop" TikTok, and a room of first-timers who knew every word. A SoundCheck Mag concert review.

LJ Portnoy
Jun 24


Monolord and Mizmor Deliver a Night of Heavy Music and Quiet Reverence in Seattle
The Swedish doom metal trio and Portland's Mizmor transformed Substation into a space for reflection, immersion, and overwhelming sound. Article & Photos by Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff Monolord performing at Substation in Seattle, WA. Photography by Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff (@vanezasnaps on IG). Heavy music is often misunderstood. For those unfamiliar with doom metal and its many neighboring subgenres, the expectation might be one of chaos: constant movement, shouted lyrics, and
Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff
Jun 23


Dexter and the Moonrocks Take Globe Iron to the Moon
Dexter and the Moonrocks Turn Cleveland into a Grunge Rock Oasis Article and Photos Contributed by Madison Cozzens Dexter and the Moonrocks is reaching further than they ever thought possible. With a #1 song on the alternative charts and sold-out shows, anyone can see they are gaining traction. The group came to Cleveland on the tail end of their “The Donkey Flats” tour. The show sold out weeks before the performance, and fans lined up outside Globe Iron in hopes of getting c
Madison Cozzens
Jun 22


Holly Humberstone Brought the Cruel World to South Street
If you've been sleeping on Holly Humberstone, Tuesday night at the TLA was a very rude awakening. Holly Humberstone performing at the Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA. | Photography by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography) The Lincolnshire-born singer-songwriter has been quietly building one of the most devoted fanbases in indie pop since her debut single "Deep End" dropped in 2020 and made it immediately clear she was not here to play it safe. A BRI

Rebecca McDevitt
Jun 10


Franklin Jonas Is Having His Moment, and He Proved It Twice in One Night
Franklin Jonas kneels on the bartop, amid his second set of the night, at Sports & Social. | Photography by Rebecca McDevitt (@rebeccajeanlimitedphotography). A two-set marathon at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland made the case, in real time, for why Franklin Jonas is our #1 artist to watch in 2026. Article Contributed by LJ Portnoy and Rebecca McDevitt. Photography by Rebecca McDevitt. Videography by LJ Portnoy. Franklin Jonas dancing with the crowd during his second set of

SoundCheck Team
Jun 8


Finding Connection and Mt.Joy on the Cuyahoga River
Mt. Joy brings their memorable and joyous 10 year celebration to the shores of Cleveland. People stretched across the parking lot, waiting in line for Jacob’s Pavillion. The line buzzed with excitement for Mt.Joy’s show that evening. Clevelander’s couldn’t have asked for better weather, the sun beginning to set against the city skyline. The Pavillion was already packed with people inside and out. Being situated on the edge of the river, people showed up in boats, paddleboard
Madison Cozzens
Jun 7
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