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The Ataris / PLP / Matt Fed / Stereo Jo – Stanhope House – Stanhope, NJ – 8/31/16

The Ataris came through Stanhope, NJ on their last tour in support of their latest E.P. October In This Railroad Earth.  An E.P. featuring old song/ideas that never seen the light of day until now.  Think early Ataris, …Anywhere But Here and Blue Skies, Broken Hearts, Next 12 Exits era.  Playing two songs from the album along with other… Read More The Ataris / PLP / Matt Fed / Stereo Jo – Stanhope House – Stanhope, NJ – 8/31/16

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Blues Traveler / The Wallflowers / Howie Day – The Stone Pony Summerstage / Asbury Park, NJ – 8/26/16

The Stone Pony’s yearly summer stage brings the best acts to New Jersey’s infamous Asbury Park.  However, the best appearance made featured Blues Traveler, The Wallflowers, and Howie Day.  Howie Day gave an emotional and powerful solo set.  Even though his set started way before the sunset, fans flocked to the stage to hear his commanding voice.… Read More Blues Traveler / The Wallflowers / Howie Day – The Stone Pony Summerstage / Asbury Park, NJ – 8/26/16

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Blink 182 / A Day To Remember / All Time Low / DJ Spider – The Pavilion At Montage Mountain – Scranton, PA – 8/25/16

Summer, the season where the sun is shining, days are longer, and drives with the windows down and radio blasting with friends are a must.  We can’t forget Summer concerts either, which have become a big staple in a lot of people’s summer to do lists.  One tour though that needs to be on everyone’s list… Read More Blink 182 / A Day To Remember / All Time Low / DJ Spider – The Pavilion At Montage Mountain – Scranton, PA – 8/25/16

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The Avett Brothers / Langhorne Slim – Musikfest – Bethlehem, PA – 8/14/16

With the pending thunderstorms and the delay start at the main stage, Musikfest escaped the possibility of cancelling a main stage act due to rain.  It would’ve been tragic, especially for it being the closing night.  However, luck intervened. It could have been the start of Langhorne Slim’s set that helped stop the thunderstorms.  The… Read More The Avett Brothers / Langhorne Slim – Musikfest – Bethlehem, PA – 8/14/16

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Brian Fallon / The Districts / Good Old War – Live On Vine – Lancaster, PA – 8/13/16

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

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Lucky Chops – Musikfest – Bethlehem,PA – 8/12/16

One can get lost in the sea of music at Musikfest.  Everywhere you turn there is a band, musician, or artist sharing their talent for free to a passing festival goer.  With so many different types of music being played it is possible you may miss out on something you amazing or next favorite band.  Through… Read More Lucky Chops – Musikfest – Bethlehem,PA – 8/12/16

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Bush / Chevelle / Black Map / The Dead Deads – Bethlehem, PA – Musikfest – 8/11/16

Musikfest hit Bethlehem, PA for the 32nd year and so far it had only been clear blue skies and hot heat.  That changed the day Bush were set to perform.  With storm clouds rolling in throughout the show it was only a matter of time. Opening the show was female rock group The Dead Deads.  Hailing from… Read More Bush / Chevelle / Black Map / The Dead Deads – Bethlehem, PA – Musikfest – 8/11/16

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Motion City Soundtrack / A Great Big Pile Of Leaves / Rozwell Kid – Sherman Theater – Stroudsburg, PA – 8/5/16

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

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Sherwood / Tyson Motsenbocker / Fialta – Analog Cafe – Portland, OR – 7/19/16

I will admit, the East Coast gets some really cool shows.  It’s very rare I am jealous of the West Coast when it comes to concerts.  However, once and awhile a good show or tour pops up that almost gets me to buy a plane ticket and soak up the West Coast sun.  This time… Read More Sherwood / Tyson Motsenbocker / Fialta – Analog Cafe – Portland, OR – 7/19/16

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