The mariachi metal majesty of Metalachi in Fullerton, CA

On a beautiful Saturday evening in Fullerton, California, the incomparable Metalachi — the world’s first heavy metal mariachi band — took the stage at The Charleston, presented by Tangent Productions. With the band’s unique fusion of traditional mariachi music and classic heavy metal, Metalachi delivered a performance that was as eccentric as it was electrifying. […]

Nonpoint embraces “Underdog” role in new song & video

On this journey of music, Nonpoint continues to soar and thrive, with hella hard work and their new independent label, 361 Degrees Records. The band is the epitome of endurance and artistry. Their new release of “Underdog”, alongside a video, showcases the greatness they can accomplish with true intentions and utter talent.   The song “Underdog” […]

Desert Daze unveils astounding Artist Transmission for 2024

Calling all evolved Earthlings! It’s almost time to meet in the Valley of the Unbroken Horizon (aka, Moreno Beach in Perris, California) for yet another transcendent experience at Desert Daze — one of the last true music festivals left on this planet. Originating over a decade ago, Desert Daze is an annual get-together of like-minded […]

Metal memories with Mike’s Dead at Welcome to Rockville 2024

A metal outfit by the name of Mike’s Dead is going full-force right now, consisting of the totally brutal art of self-expression. The music rockets you into an emotional abyss made up of equal parts strength, joy, and utter pain. Represented by Hopeless Records (a label fitting the artist’s subject matter), Top Shelf Music got […]

Experiencing the earth-shaking Welcome to Rockville 2024

Welcome to Rockville Fest conquered Florida once again this year! It has become Top Shelf’s annual trip to the NASCAR International Speedway by the shores of Daytona Beach. This festival is produced by the one and only Danny Wimmer Presents: one of the most riveting and largest independent producers of destination music festivals in America.   […]

Sick New World 2024

Sick New World made its crushing sold-out debut in 2023 and there’s no stopping this fantastic fest, bringing together the best in modern rock. With their second year, C3 Presents has proven SNW to be a landmark for Las Vegas festivals. Along with their second year came upgrades! Everyone got wristbands this year! It was […]

Intervals rocks Detroit with instrumental metal madness

A unique night, for sure, happened at St. Andrews Hall in Detroit. Different bands who had a similar sound, yet all sounded so different came together on April 12th, 2024. There was something for everyone to enjoy with this lineup. Makari and Body Thief started the night, warming up the crowd. Makari brought the alternative […]

Inkcarceration 2024 combines music & madmen once again in Ohio

Have you ever been to a haunted tattoo rock festival? Clearly, this is an event you do not want to miss! It’s a fest you will remember for a lifetime, believe us. Literally held within the walls of the Historic Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, the Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival is coming back in […]

Mac Sabbath makes mouths water at the Observatory OC

On Friday, March 22nd, Mac Sabbath invaded Orange County, California, headlining a show at The Observatory in Santa Ana. The eccentrically garbed, McDonald’s-inspired band was supported by the Venomous Pinks and O.C. veterans of punk, D.I. Venomous Pinks, the all-female punk band from Arizona, kicked things off with their high energy, getting the crowd in […]

A night of metal majesty with Avenged Sevenfold in Des Moines

As the echoes of heavy metal reverberated through the halls of the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa on March 15th, fans knew they were in for a night of epic proportions. Headlined by the iconic Avenged Sevenfold, the concert promised a relentless onslaught of blistering riffs and thunderous drums, with support from the […]

Ministry has an ax to grind in ‘HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES’

With their latest album, HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES, Ministry delivers a crazy, twisted experience. One of the most successful musicians in history, Al Jourgensen, is back with an ax to grind in this recent masterpiece released via Nuclear Blast Records back on March 1st, marking the band’s sixteenth album! The multiplatinum act — having been nominated for six […]

Crosses ††† shreds & screams up Sacramento’s Ace of Spades

It was a beautiful night to hear Chino Moreno scream and Shaun Lopez shred at Ace of Spades in their hometown of Sacramento. The sold-out show was the 20th city and third-to-the-last show on Crosses’ Familiar World Tour. I don’t think I’ve ever seen Ace of Spades so packed! The setlist: During “Found”, Chino stopped mid-song and […]

Avenged Sevenfold electrifies Cleveland with Life Is But A Dream Tour

The Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland was the epicenter of an electrifying performance on the evening of March 8th, as Avenged Sevenfold took the stage on their much-anticipated Life Is But A Dream Tour. The event saw an impressive turnout, with fans of all ages gathered to witness a spectacular showcase of metal and rock […]