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in Concert ReviewMy Chemical Romance was Worth the Wait
My Chemical Romance returned to the Twin Cities for the first time in over a decade. Following their 2013 break up, fans have waited anxiously for their return. After announcing their reunion in 2019, and then delaying their 2020 tour due to COVID, My Chemical Romance was truly worth the wait. Despite performing in a […] More
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in Album Review, On The RadarValors Reignites Rock in New Release Everyday Saints
Guitarist and vocalist Ian Valor has been synonymous with a heavy, relentless rock & roll music tide. His previous project, Ian Valor & The Vendettas was an introduction to his smoky vocals and a relentless swarm of rock music. Valors is the next chapter in that progression, amplified with more aggressive guitar solos and shimmering […] More
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in Concert ReviewCarlos Santana’s Divine Intervention at Treasure Island
Rock n/ roll icon Carlos Santana played to a full house at Treasure Island’s event center last Friday night. He brought hours of celebration and empowerment through an ensemble of keys, drums, and some singing guitars. For the first ten minutes, Carlos went around the stage and let each band member say hello through their […] More
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in Concert ReviewBon Jovi Stops at Xcel on 2022 North American Tour
East coast arena rockers Bon Jovi stopped by The Xcel Energy Center Sunday Night. This was the second stop on the tour after a lengthy hiatus due to Covid. Jon Bon Jovi had a rough start to the night, kicking it off with raspy versions of “Limitless” from their latest album, 2020’s The Radio Saved […] More
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in Celebrity FactsWhat is the 27 Club? A List of Singers and Musicians who Died at the Age of 27
Have you ever heard of something called the 27 club, or 27 club musicians? Brian Jones, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, and Jim Morrison were among the first celebrities to become 27 Club members between 1969 and 1971. However, the term “27 Club” was created in 1994 when Kurt Cobain joined. At that time people started […] More
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in Celebrity Facts31 Inspiring Facts About the Band Queen
Arguably one of the greatest bands of all time, Queen has produced many well-known hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “We Will Rock You”, “We Are the Champions” and “Another One Bites the Dust”. It seems that everyone knows and loves Queen for their creative songwriting and unique instrumental sound, and you can’t think of Queen without […] More
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in Concert ReviewMaggie Rose: Take A Seat Tour Stops At The Entry
Made it to the 7th Street Entry a little early, got a beverage of my choosing (Ginger Beer), and just like Maggie Rose, I took a seat, waiting for her show at this small, quaint, and cozy venue. I was surprised when we got a local artist to start the night. The original ticket said […] More
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in FunHow to Come Up With a Band Name
The journey of a music band member usually challenges them with several thought-provoking ordeals throughout their lifespan. However, coming up with a band name has to be one of the toughest among them. You cannot just open up the dictionary and name the band with the first word your vision encounters (it may give you […] More
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in Concert Review93X Presents: Halestorm And Evanescence At The Armory
Evanescence finally made its way back to the Twin Cities as 93X Presents: Halestorm And Evanescence At The Armory! With the opening act, Lilith Czar already on stage, many fans (myself included) got a late start, with lines still wrapping around a good portion of The Armory. With the Protocols set forth from the bands, […] More
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in Music History, OpinionsThe Greatest Music in the 80’s
No other decade had a more metamorphic time in history than the 1980s, especially when it came to the music industry. Between a variety of genres popping up and becoming wildly popular to the desire to hold on to some of the past, music in this decade was vastly different than the ones prior. The […] More
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in Concert ReviewBilly Idol’s Intimate Night at Palace Theater
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens Acoustic Tour – Concert Review and Photos by Dylan Novacek Billy Idol, alongside guitarist Steve Stevens, returned to the Twin Cities for an acoustic evening of classic rock at the Palace Theater. With a minimal stage setup and no opening act, all eyes were on Idol as he reminisced through […] More
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in Music History6 Best Rock Bands of All Time
Rock and roll enthusiasts know that the group that suggests that the genre has lost its relevance has lost good taste. When you listen to some of the best rock bands of all time, it becomes clear that rock music is sure to ace the test of time and will live as long as the […] More