It was the first Saturday of June, the sun was shining, the restrictions on gatherings were recently lifted, the energy was high, and the people were happy! The moment the first riff floated through the air you knew it was real, that you were once again in the presence of live music and smiling faces. It was a fantastic first full hard rocking day of outdoor music in over a year. There were food vendors, a tattoo tent, chainsaw art, mosh pits and even a couple surfers. Shake the Ground Fest was an excellent way to welcome the return of the Central Ohio local music scene and kick it off in full force with many of the up-and-coming heavy hitters. The bands were excited to finally have a chance to play the new songs they’ve been working on to a live audience. Every one of them put on a killer performance despite the heat! After a long and tough year, everyone involved thoroughly enjoyed the day of music, fun, friends, letting loose, and forgetting about the pandemic. Many people were seen closing their eyes, enjoying the moment and simply “listening to the sound of the crowd.”
Jasmine Cain Live In Ohio: Bike Night Rock Show
Award-Winning Jasmine Cain, a Sturgis SD native, now living in Nashville, has been entertaining rock fans for many years by touring tirelessly. (According to her website, she did 170 shows in 2019.) So when the Pandemic hit as she was releasing her 7th album Seven, Jasmine didn’t take a wait and see approach. She immediately went out and purchased equipment to allow for streaming of content and promotion of the album until she would be able to tour again.
Seven went on to win the Josie Award for Album of the Year. Jasmine also took home the Vocalist of the Year Award for 2020. She rose to the occasion like a true professional despite last year’s massive shutdown of the live music industry as a whole.
Winning Weeknd At the 50th JUNO Awards
Winners announced for The 50th Annual JUNO Awards, highlighting Canada’s important musical achievements. The Weeknd sweeps the JUNOS taking home five awards. Jann Arden performed from Calgary’s National Music Centre following her induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame by the legendary Anne Murray. The Tragically Hip received the 2021 Humanitarian Award and delivered a stunning performance alongside indie-pop icon Feist and Shawn Mendes took home JUNO Fan Choice.
The JUNO Awards return to Toronto in 2022 for in-person celebrations
‘’Toronto is a diverse music city unlike any other in Canada, and has produced some of our most loved artists from global superstars to emerging talent from Toronto’s many communities,‘’ said Allan Reid, President & CEO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards and MusiCounts. “We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to come back to Toronto, and celebrate together, in-person, for a JUNO reunion in 2022”
Winners announced for The 2021 JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Music Canada
Event applauds the accomplishments of Canada’s music industry
The Weeknd takes the lead with three awards
24 first-time winners take home a JUNO statuette
Two special award presentations to industry leaders Gary Slaight (MusiCounts Inspired Minds Ambassador Award Presented by Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation) and Pegi Cecconi (Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award)
Events announced for 2021 JUNO Week taking place virtually May 27 to June 6
This year’s lineup of events are free, open to the public and available to stream online
Tantric Rocks Columbus, Ohio
Tantric rocked The King of Clubs in Columbus, Ohio with two nights of sold out shows the weekend of May 7th and 8th. It was a stellar performance with the unmistakable sound of Hugo Ferreira’s vocal style, great stage presence and awesome riffs.
The King of Clubs is a recently opened event venue in Columbus, Ohio designed with the goal of providing amazing musical experiences for artists and fans of all genres. Even though the show was socially distanced, the energy was high, the venue was thumping, and the people were dancing in their seats.
MEGADETH & LAMB OF GOD The Metal Tour Of The Year Is Coming For You This Summer
Public Service Announcement: RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE & RUN THE JEWELS TOUR IS RESCHEDULED
The Rage Against The Machine tour will now start in the spring of 2022. Your tickets will be honored for the postponed shows. Refunds are available at the original point of purchase for 30 days if you are unable to make it to the new date. We will see you next year.
Brad, Tom, Tim & Zack
JINJER Announces 2021 Rescheduled North American Headline Tour Featuring Special Guests Suicide Silence
Ticket Pre-Sales Begin Thursday, March 25
Public On-Sale Friday, March 26
In the Studio NOW Recording Upcoming Full-Length Follow Up to Groundbreaking Album Macro
