2023-10-02Today, it’s cool to wear a band’s T-shirt to their concert – Photo and story by Anne EricksonRemember when it was totally against concert etiquette to wear a band’s T-shirt to their concert? Well, today, it’s actually cool – Opinion pieceGrowing up, it was never cool to wear a band’s shirt to that band’s concert. In fact, it was totally against concert etiquette. I’ll never forget my first “real” rock concert. The word “real” is in quotes, because it was Goo Goo Dolls, Sugar Ray and Fastball, so it certainly wasn’t a super hard rock lineup. But, it was the first concert I went to...…2023-10-02Today, it’s cool to wear a band’s T-shirt to their concert – Photo and story by Anne EricksonRemember when it was totally against concert etiquette to wear a band’s T-shirt to their concert? Well, today, it’s actually cool – Opinion pieceGrowing up, it was never cool to wear a band’s shirt to that band’s concert. In fact, it was totally against concert etiquette. I’ll never forget my first “real” rock concert. The word “real” is in quotes, because it was Goo Goo Dolls, Sugar Ray and Fastball, so it certainly wasn’t a super hard rock lineup. But, it was the first concert I went to...WW…

2023-09-30Nickelback has one of the best dad rock songs – Story by Anne Erickson, photo by Richard BelandHere are 10 of the best dad rock songs for a new generation, from Seether to Shinedown to NickelbackCall it dad rock, dude rock or something else, but whichever way it’s coined, the term “dad rock” often refers to hard-hitting rock jams from yesteryear. Dad rock used to be comprised of bands such as Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and The Doors. But, now the term has shifted to the radio rock and post-grunge of the early-2000s. When did these dad rock songs officially become retired to “dad...…2023-09-30Nickelback has one of the best dad rock songs – Story by Anne Erickson, photo by Richard BelandHere are 10 of the best dad rock songs for a new generation, from Seether to Shinedown to NickelbackCall it dad rock, dude rock or something else, but whichever way it’s coined, the term “dad rock” often refers to hard-hitting rock jams from yesteryear. Dad rock used to be comprised of bands such as Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and The Doors. But, now the term has shifted to the radio rock and post-grunge of the early-2000s. When did these dad rock songs officially become retired to “dad...WW…

2023-09-30“2Pac Live” album art – A suspect has been charged with murder of rapper Tupac Shakur – Story by Charles Ken, album cover via Koch RecordsA suspect has been charged with murder of rapper Tupac ShakurOn Friday (Sept. 29), Duane “Keffe D” Davis was charged with the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. The murder took place in Las Vegas back in 1996. It’s a legendary case that has angered both investigators and the public. For years, it seemed as if authorities would never find the murderer.A Nevada grand jury indicted Davis on one count of murder with a deadly weapon. The news came from...…2023-09-30“2Pac Live” album art – A suspect has been charged with murder of rapper Tupac Shakur – Story by Charles Ken, album cover via Koch RecordsA suspect has been charged with murder of rapper Tupac ShakurOn Friday (Sept. 29), Duane “Keffe D” Davis was charged with the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. The murder took place in Las Vegas back in 1996. It’s a legendary case that has angered both investigators and the public. For years, it seemed as if authorities would never find the murderer.A Nevada grand jury indicted Davis on one count of murder with a deadly weapon. The news came from...WW…

2023-09-29Aerosmith postpone all tour dates – Story by Cat Badra, courtesy photo by Zack WhitfordAerosmith postpone all tour dates: Steven Tyler’s “vocal injury” is causing the band to reschedule all of their remaining showsThe guys of Aerosmith had big plans for their farewell tour. But, like many rockers who are getting up there in years, health issues are getting in the way. The legendary classic rockers recently postponed a month of shows on their “Peace Out” farewell tour. At the time, that meant Aerosmith would only reschedule six shows. But, now the group has postponed all of their...…2023-09-29Aerosmith postpone all tour dates – Story by Cat Badra, courtesy photo by Zack WhitfordAerosmith postpone all tour dates: Steven Tyler’s “vocal injury” is causing the band to reschedule all of their remaining showsThe guys of Aerosmith had big plans for their farewell tour. But, like many rockers who are getting up there in years, health issues are getting in the way. The legendary classic rockers recently postponed a month of shows on their “Peace Out” farewell tour. At the time, that meant Aerosmith would only reschedule six shows. But, now the group has postponed all of their...WW…

2023-09-28Silverburn is one of the five metal bands we think will get huge in the next year – Story by Charles Ken, photo via Freeman PromotionsMake way for the new generation of metal music makers. Here are five metal bands that will get huge in the next yearMetal still isn’t considered the most mainstream of music genres. But, it’s getting more popular. Part of that trend is because of so-called influencers and celebrities wearing metal shirts, even if they don’t know the music of the bands their sporting. Honestly, is it so bad to see a tween who doesn’t know any Judas Priest songs...…2023-09-28Silverburn is one of the five metal bands we think will get huge in the next year – Story by Charles Ken, photo via Freeman PromotionsMake way for the new generation of metal music makers. Here are five metal bands that will get huge in the next yearMetal still isn’t considered the most mainstream of music genres. But, it’s getting more popular. Part of that trend is because of so-called influencers and celebrities wearing metal shirts, even if they don’t know the music of the bands their sporting. Honestly, is it so bad to see a tween who doesn’t know any Judas Priest songs...WW…