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Cassadee Pope Live at The Loft: An Acoustic Night of Nostalgia, Humor, and Honesty
Cassadee Pope’s acoustic set at The Loft at City Winery in Philadelphia proved that a stripped-down show can sometimes hit the hardest. With just her guitar, her voice, and a room full of fans, she created a night that felt intimate, warm, and disarmingly honest. Cassadee Pope performing at City Winery in Philadelphia, PA - Photo by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography ) She wasted no time diving into nostalgia, pulling out Hey Monday classics like “Homecoming

Rebecca McDevitt
Dec 8, 2025


Thundercat Brings Cosmic Funk and Pure Joy to Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom
Photo by Ernesto Raul Aguilar (IG: @blacksheepimagery ) Article & Photos Contributed by Ernesto Raul Aguilar Few artists blur the lines between virtuosity and eccentricity like Thundercat. On November 7th, 2025, the Los Angeles bassist, singer, and producer brought his signature blend of jazz, funk, and soul to Chicago’s historic Aragon Ballroom, delivering a performance that was both musically dazzling and emotionally charged. Touring in support of his catalog that’s redefin

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Nov 10, 2025


Plain White T’s vs. We The Kings: The Battle of Delilah and Juliet
Photo by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography ) Article & Photos Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt If you grew up blasting pop punk on your iPod Nano, this tour was basically therapy. The Delilah vs. Juliet Tour brought two fan-favorite names, Plain White T’s and We The Kings, together for a night that felt like Warped Tour 2010 all over again. And with Emo Nite setting the tone, the nostalgia levels were off the charts. We The Kings hit the stage first and hone

Rebecca McDevitt
Nov 6, 2025


Calliope Wren: The Craft is in the Muse
Photo by Fernando Flores (IG: @fernandofloresphotography ) Article & Photos Contributed by Fernando Flores When Calliope Wren walks on stage, the atmosphere changes. There’s an energy that's magnetic, untamed, and beautifully deliberate. Her performances aren’t just performances, they have an otherworldly pull that takes you into orbit. Long Island-based singer Calliope Wren has set herself up to carve out her own lane in a music world that often tries to define women before

Fernando Flores
Oct 28, 2025


Sam Smith: The Bright-Side of Fame
Photo by Getty Images Article Contributed by Fernando Flores Edited by Rebecca McDevitt, Managing Editor Images provided by Getty Images SoundCheck Mag was lucky enough to be invited to Sam Smith’s To Be Free residency in NYC. Let’s just say, it was one of those nights that’ll stay with you. To witness raw talent is to watch Sam perform live. The residency was a full experience, and SoundCheck Mag is proud to have been there for it. An Intimate Venue & Experience Located at

Fernando Flores
Oct 17, 2025


Twenty One Pilots: The Legends That Live On
Photo by Fernando Flores (IG: @fernandofloresphotography ) Review & Photos Contributed by Fernando Flores October 4, 2025 Wantagh, NY The Global Reach Twenty One Pilots has thrived on blending narrative, symbolism, and emotional transparency. Through their music, they’ve built a cinematic world that has opened the eyes of fans all around the globe. Fans that still hold their early cult classics close to heart such as one of my close favorites, “Jumpsuit” which was part of the

Fernando Flores
Oct 16, 2025


Soccer Mommy at Globe Iron
Sophie Allison, better known as Soccer Mommy, stopped at Globe Iron in Cleveland on the tail end of her September Tour. The venue opened...
Madison Cozzens
Sep 30, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


SoundCheck Session: Livingston - July/August Featured Artist Interview
Livingston opened up about everything from navigating grief and identity to the wildest moments on tour—and let’s just say, you’re going to want to watch this one all the way through.
Check out our exclusive video interview below, and keep scrolling for the full conversation.

LJ Portnoy
Aug 7, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


The Break Plans Bring the Poptimism to Philly
MilkBoy – July 25, 2025 Photos & Review by Rebecca McDevitt You know that feeling when a band you just discovered ends up blowing you...

Rebecca McDevitt
Jul 27, 2025


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, 2025


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 14, 2025
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