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Conan Gray’s Wishbone Tour at Prudential Center: A Night of Heartbreak, Magic, and Pure Connection

The Wishbone Tour transformed Prudential Center into a haven for Sad Internet Teens and the stories that shaped them. Article & Photography Contributed by Miranda Wyman On February 27, Conan Gray brought the Wishbone Tour to the Prudential Center in Newark and from the moment the doors opened, it was clear this would not be just another pop concert. Before the show even started, the “Conehead” community inside the arena was impossible to ignore. Fans gathered in front of the

Miranda Wyman

7 days ago

The Aftermath of Almost: Mike Schiavo’s “binging” and the Fight Within

Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Fourteen years ago, Mike Schiavo was performing in a small pizza shop in New Jersey, the kind of venue where the stage feels temporary but the ambition does not. Backed by members of Aaron Carter’s former touring band, the show carried an odd duality: hyper-local grit paired with a glimpse of something bigger. Even then, Schiavo sang like someone already imagining Los Angeles. Mike Schiavo performing at Luna's pizza in 2012 with a local

Rebecca McDevitt

Feb 23

Franklin Jonas Is Bringing Back the Magic of Fan Connection - One Pop-Up Set at a Time

Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Franklin Jonas is currently touring with his brothers, playing massive rooms night after night. But before the doors even open, he’s outside the venue with his band hosting intimate pop-up sets that feel like community gatherings. These aren’t secret, random moments either. He posts on Instagram ahead of time so fans know exactly where to find him. It’s intentional. It’s thoughtful. And it’s rare. Franklin Jonas performing outside of Pr

Rebecca McDevitt

Nov 21, 2025