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Pinhead Gunpowder Turns Back the Clock in Detroit
Billie Joe Armstrong traded stadiums for St. Andrew’s Hall, and a sold-out room of longtime Green Day fans got raw, unpolished East Bay punk up close.

LJ Portnoy
3 days ago


Knox Gives Detroit His Midwest Best
Fresh off his new album, Knox and his show-stopping opener Emi Grace turned St. Andrew’s Hall into all-night Friday sing-along.

SoundCheck Team
4 days ago


No Encore Necessary: Franklin Jonas and the Byzantines’ First of Many Tour
On the road with Franklin Jonas and the Byzantines during their first of many headlining tours.

SoundCheck Team
Oct 10


MUNA Gets So Hot in Detroit
Article and Photos Contributed by Rachel Catherine MUNA performing at Masonic Temple in Detroit, MI | Photography by Rachel Catherine (IG: rachelcatherineee) MUNA got so hot in Detroit on Wednesday night! They truly delivered a non-stop wave of catchy bangers and soaring anthems; the energy was off the charts. Hemlocke Springs kicked off the show, opening the evening with playful chaos, eccentricity, and infectious charisma that contagiously raised the crowd’s excitement for
Rachel Catherine
Oct 9


The Linda Lindas Light Up Chicago
The Linda Lindas brought the noise, the energy, and a whole lot of punk rock to the House of Blues Chicago.

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Oct 4


Julia Wolf Takes Philly to the Deep End at Franklin Music Hall
Photography and Review by Hannah Mary Hampton Julia Wolf brought her Deep End World Tour to Philly this past Wednesday, September 30, delivering an emotionally charged night that showcased exactly why the New York singer has continued to build such a devoted audience. Photography by Hannah Mary Hampton | IG: @hannahmarymedia Nearly 4 years after Wolf first headlined Philadelphia at The Foundry at The Fillmore in February 2023, she has made her return. This time commanding the
Hannah Hampton
Oct 4


Peaches Gets Weird in Cleveland
Peaches’ first album in 10+ years brought the performance artist’s bizarre and iconic show across the US on her 2026 “No Lube So Rude Tour.” Photography and Review by Madison Cozzens Peaches performing at Globe Iron in Cleveland, OH. Photography by Madison Cozzens (@coz_artphoto on IG.) Sundays are usually for relaxation, football, and prepping for work the next day; that wasn't the case for those who attended the Peaches show on Sunday, September 20th. The iconic feminist m
Madison Cozzens
Sep 23


Bikini Kill: Feminine Power at The Agora
Riot Grrl pioneers, Bikini Kill, played a political and energetic show on Thursday night at The Agora in Cleveland, OH. Photography and Review by Madison Cozzens Bikini Kill lead singer, Kathleen Hanna, performing at The Agora in Cleveland, OH. Photography by Madison Cozzens (@coz_artphoto on IG.) Bikini Kill has been at the forefront of the punk rock scene since the 90’s. As a founding voice of the “Riot Grrrl” movement, the band is unapologetic about its feminist lyrics a
Madison Cozzens
Sep 21


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


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


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


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


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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