Before the storm clouds came rolling in, Vine Street in Downtown Lancaster celebrated their second annual Live On Vine. A block party featuring food, drinks, and of course good music. For a humid day, the last thing anyone wanted to do was walk around in the heat, but the sprinklers were on to cool everyone… Read More Brian Fallon / The Districts / Good Old War – Live On Vine – Lancaster, PA – 8/13/16
The final North American leg of Motion City Soundtrack’s “So Long, Farewell” tour hit Pennsylvania one last time in Stroudsburg, PA at Sherman Theater. It was a emotional roller coaster for the band and the fans as we said one last goodbye to one of our most beloved bands. It’s no secret that in today’s music… Read More Motion City Soundtrack / A Great Big Pile Of Leaves / Rozwell Kid – Sherman Theater – Stroudsburg, PA – 8/5/16
2016 has been a year of reunions and anniversaries. The early 2000’s brought a lot classic albums to the “scene”, and one album that stood out during that time was How To Start A Fire by Further Seems Forever. With poetic lyrics and fierce vocals, How To Start A Fire is a timeless album. After performing the… Read More Further Seems Forever / Dryjacket / Kids – Gramercy Theatre – New York, NY – 7/30/16
With his first full length out, Survivor’s Guilt, Vinnie Caruana embarked on a two week tour in June around the North East with Long Branch being the second date. Instead of doing this tour solo, Vinnie was accompanied with friends, Steve Choi on guitar (Rx Bandits), Brandon Reilly on bass (Nightmare of You/The Movielife), and Brett Romnes… Read More Vinnie Caruana / Brandon Reilly / Matty Carlock – Brighton Bar – Long Branch, NJ – 6/4/16
On Saturday May 7, 2016, Bane played their last Philadephia show. It was a bittersweet night. Sing alongs, tears, and stage dives were had. However, even though this was the last time for many to see Bane in the City of Brotherly Love, they didn’t go quietly. Opening the show was local straight edge band… Read More Bane / BoySetsFire / Maximum Penalty / Cruel Hand / Uzi Kids – First Unitarian Church – Philadelphia, PA – 5/7/16
On February 20th 2016, The Loved Ones came home to a sold out Philadelphia show to play what could be their last show ever as a band. It was also the 10 year anniversary of their album Keep Your Heart. An album praised by fans and critics across the board. While it may be the… Read More The Loved Ones / Cayetena / Little Big League – Union Transfer – Philadelphia, PA – 2/20/16
Disclaimer: I do not promote trespassing on grounds that is off limits to the public. If you wish to visit an abandoned place, for your safety, please reach out to the property owners to gain access. If you don’t, I am not held accountable for the fines that may occur. Last minute, before I went… Read More The Paramount Theatre – Staten Island, NY – 11/14/15
Disclaimer: I do not promote trespassing on grounds that is off limits to the public. If you wish to visit an abandoned place, for your safety, please reach out to the property owners to gain access. If you don’t, I am not held accountable for the fines that may occur. I almost gave up. The… Read More Abandoned Farm House – Northampton, PA – 11/8/15
Disclaimer: I do not promote trespassing on grounds that is off limits to the public. If you wish to visit an abandoned place, for your safety, please reach out to the property owners to gain access. If you don’t, I am not held accountable for the fines or injuries that may occur. About a week… Read More Abandoned Train – Somewhere In Between Nazareth & Bath, PA – 10/18/15
I’ve been getting hit with nostalgia these past couple of years. Bands that I thought were over and done with started coming back to do a few shows or maybe even make new music. The music industry is a weird place as always, but I feel bands are starting to make some money doing reunion… Read More Armor For Sleep/Owel/The Moms/The Cold Seas – Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ – 9/18/15
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