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Cartel’s Chroma Turns 20: Detroit Sings Every Word
Marking the 20th anniversary of their seminal debut Chroma, Cartel took Detroit back to 2005 with a front-to-back play through that had fans hanging on every note.

LJ Portnoy
2 days ago


Peach Pit Bring Surf-Rock Sunshine to Cleveland
Peach Pit wasted no time in making their entrance unforgettable. They launched with a tongue-in-cheek cover of “War Pigs” before blending seamlessly into “Magpie,” the title track from their latest album.
Madison Cozzens
3 days ago


Motherfolk’s Eternal Joy Lights Up Mahall’s
Going to a show at Mahall’s in Lakewood, OH, feels like stepping back into a basement gig in the best possible way. The neon lights, exposed ceilings, patterned paint, and low-lit stage created a nostalgic backdrop for a night where fans stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the artists. Motherfolk turned the cozy room into something bigger—raw emotion, pure joy, and plenty of dancing.
Madison Cozzens
Sep 16


Quinn XCII Crowned Hometown Hero in Sterling Heights
On September 12, 2025, Quinn XCII turned the Michigan Lottery Amphitheater into a hometown celebration, with a crowd that felt less like strangers and more like family invited to the biggest backyard party in Sterling Heights.

LJ Portnoy
Sep 13


Yungblud at the Fillmore Detroit: Chaos, Catharsis, and Pure Connection
Fans of all ages buzzed with anticipation, knowing they were about to see Yungblud in the flesh. The energy was palpable, a steady hum running through the room. When the crew moved a lone mic stand to the center of the stage, the roar made it clear: Detroit was ready for their favorite artist to arrive.
Rachel Catherine
Sep 12
Long Live The Black Parade
My Chemical Romance’s Long Live the Black Parade was the anniversary tour of the summer. The band embarked on a brief run, playing The Black Parade in its entirety, following their full album performance at last year's When We Were Young Festival.
Konstantina Buhalis
Sep 11


The Black Keys and Gary Clark Jr. Rock Chicago at Huntington Bank Pavilion
Chicago, September 3, 2025 Show Review & Photos by Ernesto Raul Aguilar Chicago’s Huntington Bank Pavilion came alive with a powerhouse...

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Sep 5


Philly Was Just a Kid Again with Simple Plan
On a late-summer Saturday night, the Skyline Stage at The Mann transformed into a time machine. Thousands of fans gathered under the Philly sky, ready to scream, laugh, and maybe even cry with Simple Plan. By the end of the night, one thing was clear: Philly was just a kid again.

Rebecca McDevitt
Sep 3


Phantogram Light Up Detroit with a Hypnotic Night at The Fillmore
Detroit got a full dose of dream-pop intensity when Phantogram brought their tour to The Fillmore on Sunday night. The ornate theater became a swirling storm of bass, synths, and flashing lights, and by the end of the night, it felt less like a concert and more like being pulled into the band’s own universe.

LJ Portnoy
Sep 2


JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown Tour
Article by Rebecca McDevitt, Contributions by Annie Gallo Photos by Annie Gallo & Rebecca McDevitt Bristow, Virginia • Virginia Beach,...

SoundCheck Team
Aug 23


AJR’s ‘Something in the Sky’: A tour you can’t miss!
Article & Photos by Fernando Flores AJR, a band of three brothers with limitless potential rose to stardom with their hit song, I'm...

Fernando Flores
Aug 20


Philly’s Modern Culture Makes MilkBoy Feel Like Home
If you’ve been paying attention to Philly’s alternative scene, you’ve probably heard the name Modern Culture floating around. The...

Rebecca McDevitt
Aug 13


Dirty Honey Joins The Struts for a High-Voltage Rock Revival
If you closed your eyes at the House of Blues on August 5th, you could almost believe you’d time-traveled to the golden era of rock — the flashlights were up, the riffs were loud, and the crowd sang every word like their lives depended on it. Dirty Honey and The Struts weren’t just playing a show; they were leading a revival.
Madison Cozzens
Aug 13


Big Time Nostalgia
Photos and Article by Fernando Flores Big Time Rush July, 23 2025 Wantagh, NY For all of our readers that loved watching Nickelodeon back...

Fernando Flores
Aug 12


FLIPTURN SHOWED CLEVELAND THAT BURNOUT CAN BE BEAUTIFUL
The Burnout Days Tour lit up The Agora with emotion, energy, and unforgettable connection.
While many of the songs on Flipturn’s discography can be described as “chill-indie,” their live performance is anything but. The Agora Theater in Cleveland was a place of connection, dancing, good vibes, and burnout days on the evening of July 30th.
Madison Cozzens
Aug 8


Kesha Reclaims Her Voice on the Electrifying “Tits Out Tour”
Kesha has given fans a new album titled “.” and a live experience to match: the Tits Out Tour, the biggest and boldest tour of her career to date.
SoundCheck Mag caught the show in Virginia Beach and Raleigh—two unforgettable nights filled with tears, triumph, and dancefloor catharsis.

Annie Gallo
Aug 6


Good Vibes, Big Smoke: Wiz Khalifa and Friends Light Up the Stage
Good Vibes Tour Bristow, VA & Raleigh, NC Photos & Review by Annie Gallo Part one of the Good Vibes Only Tour has just wrapped up. The...

Annie Gallo
Jul 30


Michael Franti & Spearhead with HIRIE - A Night of Joy, Love, and Sunshine at The Riviera Theater
Chicago, July 23, 2025 Photos and Review By Ernesto Raul Aguilar There’s a particular kind of magic that happens when an artist’s energy...

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Jul 28


BILMURI CRANKS HARD AT THE FILLMORE PHILLY
Review and Photos by Rebecca McDevitt The Fillmore, Philadelphia – July 18, 2025 Sweat, Sax, and Shoeys: A Night of Pure Chaos If The...

Rebecca McDevitt
Jul 21


Primus Still Sucks (and That’s Why We Love Them)
July 11, 2025 Salt Shed Chicago, IL Photos & Review by Ernesto Raul Aguilar On a warm, breezy, overcast evening at Chicago’s Salt Shed...

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Jul 15
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