Blues and classic rock fans were in for a treat on Saturday night in Ottawa. MonkeyJunk, April Wine, and officer of the order of Canada Tom Cochrane were on the impressive roster.
Granger Smith closes Festival Country de Lotbinière
And that’s a wrap. After three incredible nights of live music we’re done for another year. After 2 years of waiting Granger Smith finally made it to Canada and he didn’t disappoint, all be it one of the smaller crowds of the weekend (likely due to the final night being a Sunday)
Several High notes on Day 2 of Festival Country de Lotbinière
After an explosive finish to day 1 many, myself included, wondered how, or if, day 2 would measure up. Day 2 would be filled with another round of 4 performances with Phil G. Smith, Five Roses, Brittany Kennel and, High Valley taking to the stage.
Bluesfest Day 2: Canadian Radio Performs Live
With better weather and a packed crowd, a trio of Canadian performers brought their greatest hits to Ottawa. Ryland James, The Barenaked Ladies and Jann Arden trotted out their well-known tunes, plus a few covers, in sharp performances.
Judas Priest’s “50 Heavy Metal Years” Celebration
Last Friday night at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown, Ohio was THE place to be for all heavy metal fans, old and young, looking for loud, top notch entertainment.
As Judas Priest’s symbol, glowing in red lights, was lowered from the ceiling, with Black Sabbath’s War Pigs blasting away, the audience could feel a big show was commencing.
Rob Halford positioned his back to the crowd – facing drummer Scott Travis – showing the same symbol on his studded, fringed, leather jacket. So badass and cool.
Photo Review: Megadeth/Lamb Of God Metal Show in Indianapolis, Indiana
Megadeth and Lamb Of God are co-headlining what has been billed as “The Metal Tour Of The Year” with support from Trivium and Hatebreed.
The show at Ruoff Music Center in Indianapolis was very well attended with the lawn area packed up with rowdy fans.
Country Night in the Capital at Cityfolk
The last night of Cityfolk in Ottawa was a boot stompin’ good time!
Ottawa Cityfolk Night 2!
Friday night in the capital and everyone was ready to let loose and make some noise!
Ottawa Live Music Festivals are back!
I couldn’t think of a better way to get back into the post-pandemic live music swing of things that a sunny late summer day at Lansdowne Park.
Bette Smith Delivers Powerful Rock and Soul Show in Central Ohio
Bette Smith of Brooklyn NY has been compared to the likes of Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner due to her powerhouse rock and soul vocals.