South of Eden returned home to Columbus, Ohio from months of touring out of state and performed at The King of Clubs on August 7th. Being the first home show in a quite a while, one could feel the excitement in the air. From the powerful vocals to the guitar solos, it was an amazing show of high energy. Their set contained new album tracks like “Dancing with Fire”, as well as old favorites such as “Monica” and ending with “I Barley Know Her”. It was a long awaited musical thrill for all of those in attendance.
KrashKarma’s Summer Storm Hits Ohio
The KrashKarma Summer Storm Tour blew through The King of Clubs on August 6th in Columbus, Ohio. With the live music world coming back to life, KrashKarma has hit the ground running with a summer tour and a limited edition EP titled STORM. The EP includes the newly released single “Summer Storm” and others they recorded during lockdown that were only released digitally.
Dropkick Murphys and Rancid Co-Headline US Tour “Boston To Berkeley II”
Punk rock legends Dropkick Murphys and Rancid continued their US Tour “Boston To Berkley II” with a stop in Columbus, Ohio at Express Live! August 23rd. When these guys get together you can expect a raucous punk rock family reunion in every town they roll into and this show was no exception!
Together Again? Damn Straight
Live music has returned to Alberta. The Together Again concert series continued this weekend at The Edmonton Exhibition Lands, formally known as Expo Centre.
Live Theatre Returns to Prescott’s Amphitheatre with Salt Water Moon
It’s been a long two years since live theatre graced the stage at the Kinsmen Amphitheatre in Prescott but that all changed last night as Toronto’s Guild Festival Theatre kicked off a 6 show run with their production of David French’s Salt Water Moon.
Blacktop Mojo Brings The Heat To Woodlands Tavern
Blacktop Mojo from Palestine, Texas are on the rise and are touring relentlessly in support of their self-titled 4th album which dropped today. The crowd at the Woodlands Tavern show in Columbus Ohio on Wednesday was treated to some of these new tracks, opener “Wicked Woman” and later, “Tail Lights.” (videos out now)
Rock Makes Its Big Return to The Mid-Ohio Valley with Gemini Syndrome
The night rock fans of the Mid-Ohio Valley had long been awaiting finally arrived July 24th! Rock music finally returned to the MOV, and the beginning of the Adelphia Summer Concert Series was kicked off in style with the first indoor show. And what better way to start than with a local favorite, Gemini Syndrome coming back to the area with their full Communion Tour line up.
Sold Out Show! Lita Ford at King of Clubs Columbus, Ohio
Metal and Rock goddess Lita Ford, whose influences include Jimi Hendrix, Richie Blackmore and the all-female rock band Fanny, has herself influenced generations of female musicians over the years. At 16 she joined the legendary Runaways in the 70’s and then went on to have a prolific solo career from the late 80’s to present.
Columbus Comes Alive for The Dead Daisies
The Dead Daisies “Get Out of the House Tour” had fans doing just that at The King of Clubs on July 2nd. Columbus, Ohio was the hard rock collaborative’s fifth show and largest attendance of 2021. General admission was back and for many it was their first show out since the pandemic. Seeing these big names in rock grace the stage was a great way to start the holiday weekend. The super group that was started in 2013 currently consists of founder David Lowy, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Glenn Hughes of Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, Doug Aldrich of Dio and Whitesnake, and Tommy Clufetos of Black Sabbath, Alice Cooper, and the new L.A. Rats.
Shake the Ground Fest had Columbus, Ohio Rocking June 5, 2021
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.”
