Category Archives: Genre

Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Ryan Santiago is Royal & The Serpent and her career has been one continuous viral rise since her start in 2017 with the independent release of “Temperance” followed by “Together” in 2018. She signed with Atlantic Records at the end of 2019, releasing “Overwhelmed” as her first single for the label in June 2020. The single spent 22 weeks on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart and is now RIAA- certified gold.

Her most recent EP  IF I DIED WOULD ANYONE CARE, released in January of this year, features the singles “PHUCKBOI REJECTS” and “I’M NOT SORRY” as well as four brand new tracks.

On March 25th, 2022, The Dungarees performed at Festival Place in Sherwood Park, Alberta. It was a tribute to Blue Rodeo; specifically, they played Blue Rodeo’s album 5 Days in July in its entirety. They opened the show with “5 Days in May”, which was met with resounding applause and cheers. Between songs, James Murdoch, Robb Angus, Kiron Jhass, and Ben Shillabeer shared what makes them fans of Blue Rodeo, as well as stories from the road.

One of Country Music’s Most Talented and Decorated Male Artists will Headline his 9^th Tour in Europe & a First-Ever Tour in Australia

Special Guests include Tracy Lawrence, Scotty McCreery, Morgan Evans, Tenille Townes, and Caylee Hammack

Tickets available at bradpaisley.com

Metal Injection Launches Ticket Giveaway!

New Studio Album The Elephants of Mars In-Stores April 8, 2022

(Photos and Review courtesy of Rich Moreland/SCE)

The first show I’ve had the opportunity to bring my camera out for in almost 5 months was a complete and total RAGER!
3 bands that I was only familiar-ish with, meant a lot to digest as it was my first time seeing any of these bands live. I missed the opener, Lilith Czar, but arrived in time for Ice Nine Kills.

I’m still reeling from the performance I witnessed. Fantastic theatrics, an absolutely punishing sound, and some really catchy subject matter and choruses. INK heavily focuses on horror movie and serial killer story retellings, from JAWS, to IT, to Pet Cemetery, Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, and Jason Voorhees… plus so many more.

Lead singer Spencer Charnas went from donning a suit, to a butcher’s apron while wielding  cleaver, a scientist coat, and at one point even dressing as Pennywise the Clown. Through the show he was all over the stage, pumping up the crowd, and masterfully delivering his vocal lines in all sorts of different registers ranging from manic highs to crushing, guttural lows. Truth be told, I haven’t stopped listening to these guys since, and I strongly recommend if you have a chance – GO SEE THEM!

Highlights – “Welcome To Horrorwood“, “Stabbing in the Dark“, “Take Your Pick“, “Funeral Derangements”

Up next were the Black Veil Brides – photographers were not allowed pit access for this band, so all shots are from the crowd. Drums overpowered the vocals (and everything else) and was a tough set to enjoy for me personally. The crowd seemed to love them though! Plenty of smiling faces were seen screaming along to the lyrics, jumping around, and having a great time.

Highlights – “In The End“, “Scarlett Cross“, “The Legacy”

The evening’s festivities were capped off by metalcore giants Motionless In White – Who delivered a blazing set to a rabid audience who ate up every last note they delivered.

At one point singer Chris Motionless stopped the show to help a fan in distress, scolding the security crew for not keeping a proper eye out. He brought down a bottle of water, then offered the fan to come enjoy the rest of the show from the stage, which the fan happily accepted. It’s good to see bands looking out for their fans.

Highlights – “Thoughts and Prayers“, “Cyberhex“, “Eternally Yours”

TOUR KICKS OFF OCTOBER 5 IN VICTORIA, BC

TICKETS ON SALE STARTING FRIDAY, APRIL 1 AT 10AM LOCAL TIME VIA LIVENATION.COM

NEW LP DANCE FEVER OUT MAY 13

Start.ca Rocks the Park has announced another night to their much anticipated festival! They have teamed up with London’s Pure Country 93 to present Sunday, July 17^th, 2022 featuring one of country’s favourites, Dierks Bentley. Alongside Dierks Bentley will be Ashley McBryde, The Reklaws and Breland.

The UFGOODS played their “second first show” to showcase their debut full length LP Taking The Blame For Everything to a decent crowd for a Thursday night at the Rumba Cafe in Columbus, Ohio.

The crowd consisted of family and friends sporting UFGOODS merch, a good mix of local musicians, and a half a dozen local music photographers. It’s no secret here that this is a band to watch and even more so after the release of this LP which you can listen to HERE and HERE