Sam Hunt captivates fans, delivers ode to his musical evolution

Sam Hunt‘s “House Party” concert at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California, on a cool August summer night was an unforgettable experience for country music enthusiasts. The stage was set for an electric evening of music, camaraderie, and heartfelt performances as Hunt brought his Summer on The Outskirts’ tour to life, showcasing his latest […]

Cigarettes After Sex wraps San Diego in a sonic embrace

Cigarettes After Sex‘s North American Tour embarked on an ethereal journey that left the audience spellbound from start to finish. The band’s standalone show was a mesmerizing experience that showcased their signature dreamy pop sound, enveloping the crowd in a sonic embrace that resonated long after the last notes faded. Led by the enigmatic Greg […]

Windy City Smokeout Music Festival 2023: Day Four

The 2023 Windy City Smokeout Music Festival held outside the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, was a celebration of great music and tantalizing BBQ. Over the course of the weekend, fans were treated to an exhilarating lineup of artists and an array of renowned BBQ vendors. As the festival reached its final day, Sunday promised […]

Windy City Smokeout Music Festival 2023: Day Three

As the sun set on a balmy evening in Chicago, music lovers packed the United Center’s parking lot to get Friday underway. Thunderstorms were looming and aimed to disrupt the day full of sunshine, soulful performances, and an array of mouthwatering BBQ. Friday boasted Darrius Rucker headlining the evening. The storms had a plan of […]

Windy City Smokeout Music Festival 2023: Day One

The 2023 Windy City Smokeout Music Festival descended upon the heart of Chicago, Illinois, captivating audiences with a remarkable display of country music mastery. Set against the towering facade of the United Center, this year’s festival delivered an unforgettable experience for fans seeking a tantalizing blend of soul-stirring melodies and a true country atmosphere. From […]

Yungblud unleashes pandemonium on St. Louis

The St. Louis Music Park was primed for an upheaval, and an upheaval it received. A tempest was unleashed upon the outdoor amphitheater that day, and it went by the name of YUNGBLUD. The air crackled with anticipation as the opening acts, Games We Play and The Regrettes, laid the groundwork with their youthful vigor. […]

Bass Camp 2023 set the stage in Reno for EDM lovers

Last weekend, Reno hosted the electrifying Bass Camp VI Festival, an EDM-lover’s dream come true. From Friday, July 29, to Sunday, July 30, the city was alive with the pulsating beats of some of today’s best artists, creating an unforgettable experience for festival-goers. The festival kicked off with a bang on Friday with a series […]

Punk band, X, lit the OC Fair on fire this summer

A warm and humid SoCal summer night set the stage for a musical extravaganza at the Pacific Amphitheater, as three legendary bands took the spotlight and left the audience craving more. The atmosphere was electric, buzzing with anticipation as fans eagerly awaited a night of unforgettable performances. Save Ferris and The English Beat got the […]

Altın Gün introduces Nashville to musical fusion, Anatolian Rock

Altın Gün is a band that has been on my musical radar for quite some time now. I remember hearing their 2018 release On and being blown away by how different their sound was. The band flawlessly combines elements of psychedelic rock and traditional Turkish folk music called Anatolian Rock. When I noticed a tour […]

Parker McCollum adds even more heat to a California summer night

California’s hot summer nights heated up even more at the Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles when country singer Parker McCollum, known for his hit “Burning It Down,” rolled into town with special guest Ian Munsick. The Gold Chain Cowboy singer-songwriter from Texas is currently on tour, supporting his second major label release, “Never Enough.” On […]

And…that’s a wrap on Ballyhoo!’s 2023 summer tour

I am going to let you in on a very obvious, and not-so-secret theory of mine. I am convinced that no matter how big a band gets, no matter how many festivals they play or how many shows they sell out, there will always be a calling to go back and play those small, worn, […]

Artistic evolution experienced during ‘One Strange Night in Orange County’

Fans at the Observatory Grounds in Santa Ana, California went hard on a hot summer night as five diverse acts united for an unparalleled musical experience. The OC music scene reached new heights when the “One Strange Night in Orange County” festival brought together a mesmerizing lineup of goth, punk, electronic, rap, and experimental artists, […]

Comedy meets music at the conclusion of Comic-Con 2023

The final day of Comic-Con 2023 came to a finish for most, but for some, they were treated to one final show of the weekend. Hannibal Buress brought his stand-up comedy and music project, Eshu Tune, to the stage at Music Box in San Diego. The late-notice show was packed from end to end, top […]