The Ruoff Center in Noblesville, Indiana is an earthen-built venue that looks like an impact crater had already hit it before the arrival of the Here Comes the Pain Tour. Hours before gates opened, dedicated fans were already queued in their vehicles to enter, a rare treat to see a full venue for each opening […]
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” […]
Clarkston, Michigan went absolutely wild on July 13th. Four bands collided for the ultimate rock show — the likes the city has never seen. Fit For a King started off the night strong, with Ryan Kirby not holding back on anything. He immediately started screaming in everyone’s face. Bassist Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary also kept up […]
Top Shelf Music got to have a nice chat with the guys from Point North at Welcome To Rockville 2024 in Daytona, Florida! With over 200,000 music fans, this experience was simply unforgettable. Christening the main stage on the first day, a stage later to be graced by none other than Mötley Crüe that night, […]
No Values Festival on June 8th, 2024 was a celebration of punk rock, capturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit that has defined the genre for decades. With four stages and a lineup featuring both legendary acts and emerging talents, the festival presented by Goldenvoice took place at the Fairplex in Pomona, California; it was […]
Louder Than Life is back and louder than ever! Returning to Louisville September 26th through the 29th, this hard rock fest of a lifetime is being held once again at the expansive Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center. This year marks an official decade of the four-day fest. And, each year, Danny Wimmer […]
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 […]
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. […]
Day Two of BeachLife Festival kicked off under overcast skies that failed to dampen the spirits of the eager crowd. Despite the chillier weather compared to Day One, the festivalgoers were in high spirits, ready to immerse themselves in a diverse lineup of performances. The Expendables got the party started at noon on the Hightide […]
Seattle’s music scene was ablaze on Sunday, May 12th, as the iconic rock band Asking Alexandria took centerstage at the Showbox SoDo in Seattle as part of their All My Friends North American Tour. It was a showcase of talent from start to finish, featuring opening acts NERV, The Word Alive, and Memphis May Fire, […]
Have you ever stepped into a concert expecting to headbang yourself a headache and walk out of church instead? That is exactly what happened to me on the SkeleTour and it made the entire night so much better. The Protest started the night with a bang, as Josh Bramlett and TJ Colwell screamed straight into […]
If you were someone that loved early 2000s rock, The Tailgate Tour would be your vibe. The night I experienced in Grand Rapids, Michigan felt like pure nostalgia for a 90s kid like myself. I was actually shocked about Tim Montana. I heard his music and voice, and I said out loud “Wow, this guy […]
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 […]
During those hauntingly isolating days of the deadly pandemic in the heart of St. Louis, a group of friends found solace in their shared love for music and film. Gathering in a dimly lit basement, they jammed for hours and enjoyed movie after movie, finding refuge in the frequencies that filled the airwaves. One fateful […]
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 […]
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