Gary Clark Jr. hosted a night for music lovers at The Factory in St. Louis. The musician from Austin showed up with one of the most impressive rigs I have seen in a while, which was only rivaled in impressiveness by the way he played the guitar. The audience at The Factory showed up early […]
Despite the unexpected curveballs Mother Nature threw at the BeachLife Festival on its final day, the spirit of the event remained unbroken, turning Day 3 into a testament of resilience and community. With strong winds causing some last-minute cancellations, the festival-goers and performers alike showed incredible adaptability, ensuring that the festival ended on a high […]
You know summer has arrived when you walk in the gates of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, always taking place the first weekend of May and always right on the water. Attendees were able to sleep in a bit or even take an early Friday morning shift, with this year kicking off at a convenient […]
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, […]
The Old Rock House in St. Louis was packed with excited fans on May 9th. Anticipation rose as attendees eagerly readied for a night of infectious rhythms. The stage was set for an extremely fun evening, kicked off by the energetic and thrilling performance by Dale and the ZDubs. Dale and his band showed off […]
St. Louis was given their latest dose of Rock-and-Roll as Greta Van Fleet kicked off the second leg of their Starcatchers World Tour at Chaifetz Arena. A night of firsts, it was also the live debut of the band Mirador, consisting of GVF’s very own Jake Kiszka putting his head together with Chris Turpin to […]
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 […]
Let’s get something out of the way up front, prior to seeing Amigo the Devil at the Shamrock Rebellion with Flogging Molly, I was unfamiliar with him and had never seen nor heard of him. After seeing Amigo the Devil at Shamrock Rebellion, I was blown away! From the second he took the stage with […]
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 […]
Taking Back Sunday swung by San Diego’s newest fan-favorite venue The Sound alongside the Del Mar Racetrack in between their legendary Coachella sets recently. San Diego was bestowed with a headliner side show with beloved elder-emo Adam Lazzara (lead vocals), John Nolan (lead guitar, piano, vocals), Shaun Cooper (bass), and Mark O’Connell (drums) on April […]
Last Thursday and Friday at Red Rocks Amphitheater, just shy of 10,000 fans packed the cavernous walls for each night of Sessanta — an evening with Primus, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle — celebrating the 60th birthday of Maynard James Keenan, frontman of TOOL, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer. If you’re a fan of one, […]
St. Andrews Hall hosted the Gothic Summer Tour and it had one of the most fun lineups I have ever seen. Both artists kept my attention from beginning to end; I know they kept the audience’s attention, as well. It was a night to forget life’s problems and, instead, enjoy yourself for a few hours. […]
Top Shelf has never had the pleasure of attending the catalyst of all Goldenvoice festivals… until this year. Of course, we’re talking the alpha, the omega, COACHELLA! Spanning two weekends in the sun-soaked Empire Polo Club grounds just south of Palm Springs, Coachella has become synonymous with the quintessential festival experience — the Maserati of […]
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 […]
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