“Music is an important part of our culture and record stores play a vital part in keeping the power of music alive.” – Chuck Berry As a lover of all things music, independent record stores are at the top of the list when I think of music in general. 10 years ago there was a… Read More Play It Again – Bethlehem, PA – 7/23/16
Opening for KISS at this year’s Allentown Fair was rock supergroup The Dead Daisies. The group consists of John Corabi (Motley Crue), Doug Aldrich, Marco Mendoza (Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake), Brian Tichy, and David Lowy (Red Phoenix). Performing an electric setlist of originals and covers, from the likes of The Beatles and The Who, The Dead… Read More The Dead Daisies – Allentown Fair – Allentown, PA – 9/1/16
Brian Fallon’s annual three night holiday/end of the year shows happened once again at Crossroads in Garwood, NJ. You have to be quick in snagging tickets for these since they sell out very quick. These are intimate shows where songs are stripped down and given back stories. Don’t expect long set lists, expect personal stories,… Read More Brian Fallon / Brian McGee – Crossroads – Garwood, NJ – 12/22/16
Weezer is no stranger to the Lehigh Valley. Playing what could be their fourth time in the area, there is one thing guaranteed, an excellent and memorable show. Each time Weezer does these one off shows in this area, they always invite a local band. In this case it was Philadelphia’s The Menzingers. The Menzingers… Read More Weezer / The Menzingers – Bethlehem, PA – Sands Event Center – 12/3/16
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
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
Disclaimer: I do not promote trespassing on grounds that are 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. Took a break from… Read More Abandoned Train Tracks & Cement Factory – Northampton, PA – 5/28/16
All my years living in the Lehigh Valley, I never would’ve guessed that Catasauqua has a tight music scene. Let alone a place that put on shows. The Catasauqua Club is a private club that occasionally puts on shows with excellent turnouts. For this show there were two local bands, The Transmission NOW and Sing, Bird… Read More The Transmission NOW / The Color Fred / Sing, Bird Of Prey – The Catasauqua Club – Catasauqua, PA – 5/28/16
The holidays are upon us. November 27 is the day after Thanksgiving and also known as Black Friday. This year I made sure not to go shopping, but #optoutside. First of all I was full from the night before and made sure to run in the morning. Second, the weather was amazing. While on my… Read More Wayne A. Grube Memorial Park – Northampton, PA – 11/27/15
On Black Friday, the Lehigh Valley experience not one, not two, but three reunions at Jabber Jaws in Allentown. Definitely a trip down memory lane for everyone in the room, and the three bands that reunited still have it. Opening the show was a new local punk band Admit Nothing. With influences like Screeching Weasel… Read More Digger / Walter Krug / No Blitz / Admit Nothing – Jabber Jaws – Allentown, PA – 11/27/15
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