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Caamp Comes Home
Shot by Madison Cozzens, Midwest Coverage Live at Jacob’s Pavilion | Cleveland, OH Contributed by Madison Cozzens Revised by LJ Portnoy,...
Madison Cozzens
13 hours ago


Beauty and Noise: Sleigh Bells Unleash Chaos in Chicago
On June 12, 2025, Sleigh Bells brought their signature sonic chaos to Metro Chicago. Well known for their explosive fusion of noise pop,...
Ernesto Aguilar
2 days ago


Livingston at The Majestic
For me, this wasn’t just another show; it was the culmination of following two artists whose music found me at the right time. I’ve been listening to both Livingston and Braden Bales since 2023, originally discovering them through TikTok. But Livingston’s latest release, A Hometown Odyssey: The Story Continues, transformed me from a casual listener into a full-blown fan. As of this moment, he’s my most-played artist of 2025. After this show, that’s not changing anytime soon.

LJ Portnoy
4 days ago


Is brat summer really over? Fans sure aren’t ready for it to be.
“Brat” was named Collins Dictionary’s word of the year for 2024. The word started being widely used after English pop star Charli xcx...

Annie Gallo
May 8


Half•Alive Lights Up Detroit with Visual Brilliance and Unshakable Vibes
On a wet and slightly dreary Tuesday night in Detroit, Half•Alive offered an antidote to the gloom, delivering an immersive audiovisual experience that blurred the lines between concert and performance art.

LJ Portnoy
Apr 17


The Used Revives the Romance of Emo in Detroit
With 2.8 million monthly Spotify listeners still tuning in, The Used’s influence hasn’t faded—it’s evolved.
Konstantina Buhalis
Apr 11


Sax Appeal: A Behind The Scenes Look at Gabi Rose
Article by Rebecca McDevitt / Contributions by Rebecca McDevitt & LJ Portnoy If you're feeling saxy, Gabi Rose is here to blow you...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 4


JonasCon: 20 Years of Jonas Brothers
Saturday, March 23, 2025 – Rutherford, NJ. We arrived at the American Dream Mall by 5:45 am, buzzing with a mix of adrenaline and disbelief.

LJ Portnoy
Mar 29


JONASCON: Know Before You Go!
The Jonas Brothers are commemorating their 20th anniversary with JonasCon, a special one-day event on March 23, 2025, at the American Dream.

Rebecca McDevitt
Mar 19


Dropkick Murphys Fans Shipped Up to the Pocono Mountains for Annual St. Paddy's Day Celebration
Photos and Review by Eric Sperrazza Photo by Eric Sperrazza Since 2002, Dropkick Murphys have performed a series of shows leading up to...
Eric Sperrazza
Mar 15


From Swirls to Sound waves: Griff Spins Us into a Dream
Photographed by LJ Portnoy, Midwest coverage On September 24, 2024, at St. Andrew’s Hall in Detroit, MI, Griff and opener Stephen...

LJ Portnoy
Sep 26, 2024
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