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Maisie Peters in Melbourne

On March 23rd, Maisie Peters wrapped up her final Australian show of “The Good Witch Tour” in Melbourne at Margaret Court Arena. The 23 year old British singer-songwriter put on an impressive performance with 19 of her hits and with support acts Dylan and local superstar Gretta Ray.

Gretta Ray was first to take the stage. Her performance was a testament to her artistry, seamlessly blending folk, pop, and indie elements to create a sound that was both familiar and refreshing. Tracks like “Drive” and “Dear Seventeen” evoked a wave of emotion from the audience, showcasing Gretta’s ability to connect on a deeply personal level.

Dylan was next in line to perform and the way she embraced the stage was like a rockstar but in a pop star’s body. Throughout her set, Dylan showcased a remarkable ability to perform and interact with the crowd; she even gave us the backstory for the lyrics behind the song “You’re not Harry Styles” which, as you guessed, is based on an ex-boyfriend.

However, it was Maisie Peters who truly commanded the show with her infectious energy and magnetic presence. From the moment she appeared and dressed in her signature style, Maisie captivated the audience with her impressive performance as she belted out fan favourites like “Blonde” and “Lost the break up,” which echoed through the arena.

But it wasn’t just Maisie’s undeniable talent that would be remembered for the night, it was her authenticity and vulnerability that truly resonated with the audience. Maisie invited the crowd into her world with open arms, forging a genuine connection that transcended the confines of the arena.

As the final notes of “Good Witch” echoed through the venue, it was evident that Maisie had left an everlasting mark on everyone in attendance. With her spellbinding performance and unwavering sincerity. I went this gig only knowing a few songs from Maisie, but I can comfortably say that after seeing her show she has gained a new fan.

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LANY at the ACL Live Moody Theater

Singer Paul Klein and drummer Jake Goss of LANY filled our hearts on the night of Wednesday, February 28th during their first of two shows in Austin Texas at the ACL Live Moody Theater. Known as
America’s Band, LANY gave an enchanting and lively performance of their hit songs from throughout the years including “XXL” and “Malibu Nights.” The crowd was immersed in an other-worldly set, lighting the venue in colors resembling their various albums. For fans and newcomers, attending a LANY concert is an opportunity to be part of a shared emotional journey, underscored by the band’s dynamic performance and the communal experience of live
music.

The “A Beautiful Blur: The World Tour” will continue across North America, South America, Australia, and will finish in New Zealand.

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Louder Than Ever: The Cold War Kids Rock The House of Blues in Cleveland

Indie rock band Cold War Kids played an outstanding show at The House of Blues in Cleveland on Monday February 26th alongside opener Joe P. This tour supports their self-titled 10th studio album released in late 2023. The Cold War Kids covered a wide range of their music and kept the crowd energized throughout the show. Beloved classics such as “Hang Me Out to Dry” had the whole venue singing along. Check out photos from the show below.

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Ty Segall Rocks Wiltern in LA

Multi-Instrumentalist rock powerhouse Ty Segall made a stop in Los Angeles at The Wiltern this past Saturday, 2/23 as a part of his 2024 US tour, Ty, along with his backing group The Freedom Band, electrified the crowd with their improvisational orchestration and winding extended versions of their songs.

The majority of the tracks played came from Segall’s most recent album Three Bells, released in January 2024, starting off the setlist with complex tracks like “The Bell,” “Void,” and “I Hear.” Ty’s unique utilization of guitar tones and textures create auditory mazes to stun and amaze listeners, taking inspiration from several decades of rock, such as the fuzzy rock riffs of the ’70s and occasional harsh grunge akin to ’90s acts. Segall, an Orange County native, found an opportunity to flex his versatility on the SoCal stage by crushing riffs on songs like “Watcher,” then quickly switching to more melodic tracks like “To You.” He completed the electrifying set with “Love Fuzz” as the encore track, much to the ovation from the head-banging audience.

Ty Segall and The Freedom Band march on through the rest of their tour, ending the US leg on 5/11 in Sacramento. The tour continues on to Europe, playing 14 shows from June to September. For fans of a killer rock show, there’s plenty of opportunities to catch Ty coming to a city near you! Readers can check out his new album Three Bells on Spotify, Apple Music, and other music services.

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Metalcore Dropouts: The Devil Wears Prada & Fit for a King in Cleveland Ohio

The Devil Wears Prada and Fit for a King brought their co-headlining Metalcore Dropouts Tour to the House of Blues in Cleveland Ohio on January 21st. Opening bands, AVOID and Counterparts, warmed up the crowd for an overall outstanding show. Check out photos from the show below.

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Stephen Sanchez Brings Retro Vibes to Charlotte on The Troubadour Tour

Charlotte was transported back to the 1950s as Stephen Sanchez took the stage at The Underground on one of his last nights of The Troubadour tour. Fans were excited to see Sanchez perform live and went all out. Most fans arrived in style as they attended the show in vintage, classic ’50s-style clothing. After much anticipation, the audience was suddenly part of an epic yet tragic love story when Sanchez appeared on stage, narrating the love affair between songs. 

The performance was filled with excitement and all things the ’50s as Sanchez started his set soft and angelic with “Something About Her,” which became upbeat as he performed “Evangeline” and “I Need You Most of All.” Throughout the night, the stage overflowed with electrifying talent and added to the love story Sanchez was telling as he performed songs off of his album Angel Face. Along with his melodious voice, he showcased even more of his talents by breaking out his guitar on multiple occasions and intensely played the piano – one instance was while performing “Shake” alongside his bandmates. Aside from the concert itself and along with the narration of the love story, the performance even included a few humorous and lighthearted side conversations between fans and Sanchez himself.

Sanchez was also no stranger to the classics. Amid his performance, he whisked his attention towards his female fans, asking the audience, “Where are all my pretty women at,” as he performed a thrilling cover of Rob Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman,” dedicating the song to them. As a woman myself, I was completely touched by the gesture. 

In light of the holiday season, Sanchez even performed a snippet of Jay Livingston and Ray Evans’s “Silver Bells.” In addition to singing a couple of covers, Sanchez even performed a heartfelt tribute to Priscilla Presley, the wife of the late King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. He shared with the audience that she had seen them perform, and in dedication to Presley, he sang a cover of “Unchained Melody” in the most heartfelt performance I have ever seen from any artist I had ever reviewed. His cover of this romantic song personally made me love this man and his voice even more. 

Sanchez concluded the concert not only by thanking his fans on one of his last nights on tour but also by ending the night with “Until I Found You,” the dreamy and romantic song that captivated fans throughout TikTok and can be heard on the last episode of season 2 of Ginny and Georgia.

Overall, it was a pleasure to be a part of the love affair that Sanchez narrated and to see the troubadour in action, performing and bringing back the music and vibe of the 1950s, even if it was just for one night only. 

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Ultra Taiwan 2023

We should first note that Ultra came to Taiwan not once but twice this year, so Taipei was in for a treat as everyone danced the weekend away at the last festival of the year! Even the weather cooperated – strangely warm weather for December was perfect for relaxing on the grass during the day and then raving at night.

The festival kicked off on Friday afternoon with artists like Anfisa Letyago playing on the Resistance stage and KSHMR on the Main Stage where fans got to hear music he had never played anywhere else in the world yet.

David Guetta ended Day One of Ultra Taiwan, letting us know that it was his first show since he was in Ibiza over the summer. He played fan-favorites, both new and old, like “I’m Good (Blue)” and “Titanium,” which kept everyone on their feet dancing and singing until the firework and flame-filled finale.

On Saturday, Senna started us off on the Main Stage while fans wandered into the grounds and explored activities on the grounds like getting their hair done, taking photos with the Ultra Taiwan sign, and showing off their countries’ flags. We loved seeing all of the different flags from various continents around the world, which is always a reminder of how music brings us together.

Joleen and Taiwan’s own Dalis jammed at the Ultra Park Stage, welcoming in festival-goers as they entered through the gates, and Massano welcomed both the dancers and those who wanted to sit and listen at Resistance’s amphitheater stage as the sun set.

And the Main Stage floor was kept packed with DJs like Mykris and W&W, who played just before the high-energy Timmy Trumpet, whose trumpet playing and antics (which included drinking vodka from the bottle while running across his console) would cause the crowds to cheer wildly in delight.

Alesso closed out the festival with a pyro and light show-filled set and played songs that had everyone jumping and screaming out the words. From “If I Lose Myself” to “Heroes,” new cheers would erupt every time he transitioned into a new song. Before ending with another stunning firework show, Alesso said that he came and played here in Taiwan three years ago while the world was locked down, and he will cherish forever that moment because it was safe here in Taiwan to have shows. He thanked everyone from the bottom of his heart, and we know all of the people in the crowd were grateful, too.

Ultra, we’ll see you next year!

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Dillon Francis @ Shrine LA

EDM staple Dillon Francis went on an electrifying run of LA shows from The Roxy to The Mayan Theatre before capping it off at Shrine LA to a packed house of electronic music lovers. Drawing inspiration from the infamous Nicole Kidman AMC commercial, Dillon Francis continued his comedy-infused electronic music brand by coming up with his own version to open the set, much to the delight of his audience (and really hitting home for those who really got the joke).

With a stacked roster of DJs playing from 8pm until the venue closed, the energy was building. The last headlining DJ of the night, Nitti (Formerly ‘Nitti Gritti’) built the crowd for Dillon Francis’ set, with intermittent moments of gratitude towards the audience and the city of LA. Many of his most known hits were in full effect, such as “Your Body” and “What You Got” sending shockwaves into the bouncing crowd.

Dillon’s closing set could only be described as a nonstop dance party filled with lots of lasers and EDM bangers. He dove into some of his classics like “Get Low” and “Move It”, while also treating the crowd to his newer tracks “LA On Acid”, “Can’t Stop Me Now”, and many other mixes from his 2023 release This Mixtape is Fire TOO. Fans also heard a few songs from anti everything, another album  released this year in collaboration with DJ Hanzel, who was also featured as an opener for the night.

There was no shortage of good vibes at Shrine LA, and fans went home happy after dancing and vibing all night to Dillon Francis’ head pounding mixes. Check out the images below, taken by Kenny Jusino.

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Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness at the House of Blues in Cleveland

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness performed a truly unique concert experience at the House of Blues in Cleveland Ohio on Saturday December 2nd for his New Friends tour. Andrew McMahon, formerly of the band Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin, began releasing music under Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness back in 2014 and has continued releasing incredible music.

McMahon delivered a phenomenal high-energy show from start to finish. This dynamic set had multiple guests onstage, frequent visits to the crowd, and even featured a fan onstage for the song “Highdive.” The show was complete with stunning camping visuals, a kooky park ranger, shadow puppets, marshmallows, and last but not least – a crowdsurfing llama. A major highlight of the show was when McMahon invited members from Wildermiss and Michigander onstage for a performance of “New Friends” all while tossing marshmallows to the crowd. If Andrew McMahon and his llama are set to crowdsurf through your town, don’t miss out. Check out the gallery below for photos from the show.

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Baroness at the Agora

On Friday November 24th Baroness rocked the Agora Theater and Ballroom in Cleveland Ohio. Heavy metal band Baroness have been out on their Sweet Oblivion tour following the recent release of their sixth studio album Stone. Take a look at the gallery below to view photos from the show.