It’s been about six years since the Rx Bandits have done any sort of touring. Prior to that, they seemed fairly active for the most part, but the six year gap had fans wondering if their beloved band would make a return. I’d be first to admit I thought they were done, which would be… Read More Rx Bandits / Nova Charisma – Union Transfer – Philadelphia, PA – 6/25/22
By far one of the toughest concerts to photograph due to low lighting, but the brilliance of each band made up for that. From Belfast was And So I Watch You From Afar opening the show. Playing mostly instrumental, And So I Watch You From Afar are from another world with their guitar work. The guitar… Read More Rx Bandits / And So I Watch You From Afar – The Trocadero – Philadelphia, PA – 10/11/16
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
For some a New Year means a new you. We look back on our previous year or years and find a way to better ourselves in the coming year. Up to this point, I’ve only had one bad year in my life, and I never go into a New Year thinking it’s going to be… Read More Mae / Kiska / Square Peg Round Hole – Electric Factory – Philadelphia, PA – 1/2/15
Another year is coming to a close, and while it is exciting to look forward to the New Year, it is also nice to look back. 2014 brought a lot of surprises and accomplishments. I photographed twice as many bands than 2013, finished my MBA, photographed Pennhurst, and also photographed Tom Petty. Still can’t… Read More Top 10 Albums Of 2014
Skanksgiving once again came to Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey. What has become a yearly tradition, Skanksgiving highlights some of ska music’s best local and national acts. This year’s show showcased more of the reggae and rock steady sounding bands compared to last year. The opening band was local New Jersey ska band Backyard… Read More Skanksgiving 2014 Featuring The Pietasters / The Slackers / Mephiskapheles / Westbound Train / Avon Junkies / Backyard Superheroes – Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ – 11/15/14
Where do I begin? Last night I got to see one of the albums that shaped who I am played out live. First off a few years back the Rx Bandits took a hiatus with no idea when or if they would ever be back. This year though, they decided to celebrate the 10 year… Read More Rx Bandits – Electric Factory – Philadelphia, PA – 7/19/13
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