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Album Review: JVK – Pop Culture Affair | Summer Tour
JVK’s debut album Pop Culture Affair doesn’t feel like a band figuring things out. It feels like a band that already has a clear idea of what they want to be and just went for it.
1 day ago3 min read


Hawthorne Heights Announce 2026 “Lonely World Tour” Celebrating If Only You Were Lonely 20th Anniversary
Hawthorne Heights Announce 2026 “Lonely World Tour” Celebrating If Only You Were Lonely 20th Anniversary Hawthorne Heights are keeping the momentum going with USA Part II of the Lonely World Tour , and this one leans fully into something fans have been waiting for. The Hawthorne Heights Lonely World Tour 2026 doubles as a 20th anniversary celebration of If Only You Were Lonely , one of the records that helped define mid-2000s emo and post-hardcore. If you were around for tha
2 days ago2 min read


Chiodos Announce 2026 “It’s Not You, It’s Me” North American Tour with Hawthorne Heights and Emmure
Chiodos are officially back on the road this summer with a run that taps directly into that early 2000s post-hardcore energy. The Chiodos It’s Not You It’s Me Tour 2026 brings them across North America alongside Hawthorne Heights and Emmure, creating a lineup that pulls from multiple corners of the scene that helped define that era.
2 days ago2 min read


Lollapalooza 2026 Announces Massive Lineup Led by Charli XCX, Lorde, and More
Lollapalooza is officially back for 2026, and this year’s lineup feels like a snapshot of exactly where music is right now. Set to take over Chicago’s Grant Park from July 30 through August 2, the four-day festival blends global pop dominance, electronic heavy-hitters, indie staples, and a deep bench of rising artists into one of the most stacked bills we’ve seen in years. Full details and ticket access can be found on the official Lollapalooza website.
2 days ago3 min read


St. Vincent Announces “Live With Orchestra” Tour Including Atlanta Symphony Hall Stop
St. Vincent is taking things in a completely different direction this summer. Known for constantly evolving her sound and live performances, Annie Clark is stepping into a full orchestral setting with the newly announced “Live With Orchestra” tour, bringing her catalog into concert halls across North America and beyond.
4 days ago2 min read


Jinjer Announce 2026 North American “Duél Tour” with Crystal Lake and Entheos
Jinjer are heading back to North America this summer with a run that leans fully into their heavier side. The “Duél Tour 2026” brings the Ukrainian metal powerhouse across the U.S. and Canada, joined by special guests Crystal Lake and Entheos for a lineup that hits across multiple corners of modern metal.
4 days ago3 min read


Public Image Ltd Announce “This Is Not The Last Tour” North America Run for 2026-2027
Public Image Ltd are heading back out on the road with a statement that feels very on-brand. Titled “This Is Not The Last Tour,” the 2026-2027 North American run brings John Lydon and company across the U.S. and Canada for an extensive stretch that spans late summer into early spring.
4 days ago2 min read


Rise Against and Alkaline Trio Announce 2026 Co-Headlining Tour
Two of the most consistent names in punk and alternative are hitting the road together this fall. Rise Against and Alkaline Trio have officially announced a 2026 co-headlining run, bringing a lineup that feels tailor-made for longtime fans of the genre while still pulling in newer audiences that have kept both bands relevant.
5 days ago2 min read


Live Review: Portugal. The Man + La Luz @ The Eastern, Atlanta - December 9, 2025
Atlanta felt colder than usual on Tuesday night, but you would never know it once you stepped inside The Eastern to see Portugal. The Man on their current Denali Tour. The show was completely sold out, and the crowd filled the room early for a night that moved between laid-back grooves and big, room-shaking moments.
Dec 11, 20252 min read


Avenged Sevenfold and Good Charlotte Announce Summer 2026 North American Tour
Avenged Sevenfold // Good Charlotte 2026 Tour Two giants of modern rock are teaming up for one of the biggest tours of next summer. Avenged Sevenfold and Good Charlotte have officially announced their Summer 2026 North American Tour, bringing both bands together for a powerful and nostalgic run across the US and Canada. The tour features sixteen dates from late July through the end of August. It begins July 25 in Ridgedale Missouri at the Thunder Ridge Nature Arena and wraps
Dec 11, 20252 min read


Album Review: Mammoth – The End
Release Date: 2025 Label: BMG Mammoth - The End Mammoth’s The End feels like a statement record. From the first riff of “One of a Kind,” it’s clear Wolfgang Van Halen isn’t chasing nostalgia or trying to live in his father’s shadow. This album is all about proving what Mammoth can do as its own force. The guitars hit with power, the vocals are confident, and every layer feels intentional. It’s the kind of record that rewards you when you listen through headphones because yo
Nov 7, 20252 min read


Live Review: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club + Humanist @ Buckhead Theatre, Atlanta – October 15, 2025
The walls of the Buckhead Theatre shook on October 15 as Black Rebel Motorcycle Club brought their dark, thunderous brand of rock to Atlanta. Touring deep into their third decade, the San Francisco trio reminded everyone that they are still as commanding, raw, and magnetic as ever.
Oct 18, 20253 min read


Live Review : Bridge City Sinners + Dead On A Sunday + Joshua Quimby @ Center Stage - The Loft, Atlanta - October 11th 2025
Bridge City Sinners Close Out Their Break the Chain Tour at The Loft, Center Stage (Atlanta) October 11, 2025, marked the final stop of Bridge City Sinners’ Break the Chain tour, and Atlanta’s Center Stage Loft hosted the sendoff. The intimate 650-capacity room was packed from front to back with fans ready to celebrate the last night on the road. The energy was immediate and never let up. Libby - Bridge City Sinners - Photo By Chris Collett Joshua Quimby Opens the Night Josh
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Live Review : The Struts + Dirty Honey @ The Masquerade, Atlanta - Aug 29th 2025
The Struts brought their Everybody Wants 10-year anniversary tour to The Masquerade’s Heaven stage on August 29, and Atlanta showed up...
Aug 31, 20252 min read


Live Review : Summer of Loud - Full Lineup @ Lakewood Amphitheatre - Atlanta, June 24th 2025
Summer of Loud Melts Atlanta: Eight Bands, One Inferno of a Show Lakewood Amphitheatre – June 24, 2025 Atlanta didn’t just host a...
Jun 26, 20254 min read


Live Review : The Aquabats + The Koffin Kats + Mike V & The Rats @ Center Stage - Atlanta, June 17th 2025
The Aquabats @ Center Stage - Atlanta, June 17th 2025 | Photo By © Chris Collett/ LightRiot Photography The Aquabats Bring Cartoon Chaos...
Jun 23, 20252 min read
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