Category: Concert Reviews

Futurebirds are Flying High: Inaugural Highball Festival in Atlanta is Massive Success in Wake of Shows at the Ryman, Shaky Knees, Red Rocks

Photos and Words by Max Stewart 2023 has been quite the ride for the Futurebirds. As a native Atlantan with friends who attended UGA, I have been a longtime fan of the band and it has been incredible seeing their continued ascent over the last decade since forming in Athens in 2008. Although I moved… Read More Futurebirds are Flying High: Inaugural Highball Festival in Atlanta is Massive Success in Wake of Shows at the Ryman, Shaky Knees, Red Rocks

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Widespread Panic With Another Successful Three-Night Run in Milwaukee – Review and Photos

Photos and Review by Stephen Bloch Fall in Wisconsin is a special time. There is a smell of pumpkin spice in the air.  The days are getting shorter, there is a coolness in the AM air, and people are out apple picking in prep for a long winter.  Downtown Milwaukee becomes more quiet once the… Read More Widespread Panic With Another Successful Three-Night Run in Milwaukee – Review and Photos

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Morrissey Delights at the Historic Fox Theatre in Atlanta – Review and Photos

Photos and Review by Max Stewart Morrissey is one of the most unabashed, original artists out there. He has no qualms with being his true self. That ethos led to his band The Smiths paving the way for the Britpop scene and countless indie rock bands in the decades to come. He has continued to… Read More Morrissey Delights at the Historic Fox Theatre in Atlanta – Review and Photos

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The Legendary Birchmere in Virginia Hosts The Lil Smokies and Town Mountain

By Dan Rozman, Photos by Mark Raker  On October 3rd, 2023, the bluegrass band The Lil Smokies performed at the iconic Birchmere Music Hall in Alexandria, Virginia. The five-piece band originally from Missoula, Montana is best known for their energetic live shows that blend bluegrass, folk, and rock. This was their first time gracing the… Read More The Legendary Birchmere in Virginia Hosts The Lil Smokies and Town Mountain

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Inaugural ‘Miracle in Mundelein’ Festival in Illinois with Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Karina Rykman and Lettuce – Review and Photos

Photos and Review by Stephen Bloch In the 1982 classic, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Jeff Spicoli (played by Sean Penn), declared that “all I need are some tasty waves, a cool buzz, and I’m fine”. While Mundelein, IL doesn’t have any tasty waves last weekend, it did offer some tasty tunes and an abundance… Read More Inaugural ‘Miracle in Mundelein’ Festival in Illinois with Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, Karina Rykman and Lettuce – Review and Photos

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Billy & the Kids in Baltimore at Pier 6 Pavilion – Review and Photos

By  Dan Rozman Photos by Mark Raker Billy Kreutzmann brought his band Billy & the Kids to Pier 6 Pavilion in Baltimore on August 16th for an energetic night of music. The group, featuring Kreutzmann on drums, Reed Mathis on bass, Jeff Franca also on drums, Tom Hamilton on guitar, Daniel Donato on guitar, Aron… Read More Billy & the Kids in Baltimore at Pier 6 Pavilion – Review and Photos

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Queens of the Stone Age: Life and Rebirth in Atlanta, GA – Recap & Photos

Photos by Diogo Portugal, Words by Max Stewart Sometimes life hands us the unexpected, both wonderful and tragic. In the case of Josh Homme and Queens of the Stone Age‘s new record (In Times New Roman…), difficult personal moments over the last few years have led to powerful songs, a renewed life outlook, and a… Read More Queens of the Stone Age: Life and Rebirth in Atlanta, GA – Recap & Photos

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Father John Misty, The Head and the Heart and Miya Folick in Madison, WI – Photos and Review

Photos & Review by Stephen Bloch There is an adage that originated in the jam band community: never miss a Sunday show.  There should be another adage: never miss an opening acts.  This held true on Monday evening at Madison, Wisconsin’s The Sylvee where a triple bill was on the docket consisting of Miya Folick… Read More Father John Misty, The Head and the Heart and Miya Folick in Madison, WI – Photos and Review

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Ryan Adams & the Cardinals in Milwaukee – Review & Photos

Photos and Review by Stephen Bloch Massive smoke machines. Check.  Strobes and pulsing lights. Check. 20 minute long jams. Check. Face melting guitar work. Check. Somewhat obnoxious crowd belting out requests and catcalls. Check.  This is what I expect at an arena show or late night festival set from band xxx, not Ryan Adams &… Read More Ryan Adams & the Cardinals in Milwaukee – Review & Photos

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Phish Continue to Draw New Fans and Impress Longtime Faithfuls in Georgia – Review and Photos

Photos by Ryan Swerdlin, Recap by Max Stewart Phish are truly like no other band in the world. No major radio play or singles to draw the crowds. It is all about the experience of the live show and fans continually being drawn in by the uniqueness of each set. It really is an immersive… Read More Phish Continue to Draw New Fans and Impress Longtime Faithfuls in Georgia – Review and Photos

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