Concerts Concert Recap: The "Freaks on Parade" Tour w/ Rob Zombie + Alice Cooper in Raleigh, NC (August 29, 2023) Having the two biggest names in shock rock on one bill makes for an absolute monster of a lineup, and it's an experience every rock fan should see at least once in their lifetime
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Road' by Alice Cooper With creative collaborations from his touring band, Alice Cooper brings the energy of his live show to his latest album, conceptually chronicling the life of a touring musician
Concerts Concert Recap: Alesana - The "Trilogy" Tour, Pt. II in Jacksonville, NC (August 11, 2023) There are a two things that can be guaranteed at an Alesana show - it'll be loud, and it'll be fun
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Blackout' by From Ashes to New After the success of pandemic-era release 'Panic,' From Ashes to New return with their biggest release yet, sonically and commercially
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Imaginos III - Mutant Reformation' by Albert Bouchard In the long-awaited closing installment of the epic 'Imaginos' chronicles, Albert Bouchard makes the final chapter the strongest one
Concerts Concert Recap: Waking Tera in Jacksonville, NC (June 9, 2023) The local legends excel at two things; putting on awesome performances and picking the best support bands
Concerts Concert Recap: Filter in Jacksonville, NC (June 3, 2023) If you're a fan of hard rock music in any capacity, this was the show to go to
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Regeneration Machine' by ALPHAMEGA Following the releases of multiple singles and an EP, one of the most promising prospects of the genre make a statement with the release of their debut full-length album
Concerts Concert Recap: From Ashes to New in Jacksonville, NC (April 13, 2023) Yet again, From Ashes to New prove why they're a must-see live band that only gets better each time out, whether they're in a club or an arena
Concerts Concert Recap: Cold - The "Year of the Spider" 20th Anniversary Tour, Jacksonville, NC (March 31, 2023) In an age of nostalgia and reflection, the alt-rock icons and their diverse support lineup prove that they're able to look back on the past while continuing to offer something new.
Editorials Thank You, Palisades Palisades may be ending as an active band this weekend, but their music and legacy will last forever
Concerts Concert Recap: JimFest 3 - Hooligans Live, Jacksonville, NC Any local music scene is bound to have a tight-knit community feel to it, but events like these feel like a full-fledged family reunion
Lists Top 10 Albums of 2022 There's been so much awesome music this year that narrowing things down made this one of the most difficult lists I've had to make
Concerts Concert Recap: From Ashes to New - The "Until We Break" Tour, Jacksonville, NC (November 18, 2022) Pennsylvania's premiere nu-metal band proves to continue their exponential ascent with their latest stage show, as well as their versatility with their current support lineup
Concerts Concert Recap: The "True Power" Tour, ft. I Prevail, Pierce the Veil, Fit for a King + Stand Atlantic, Myrtle Beach, SC (November 15, 2022) With the help of an eclectic supporting bill that spans all subgenres, I Prevail's current roadshow promises to deliver an entertaining show and an unforgettable night
Concerts Concert Recap: Waking Tera - "The Haunting at Hooligans," Jacksonville, NC (October 28, 2022) Local six-piece metal band Waking Tera and the team at Hooligans Music Hall get fans ready for Halloween with their local heavy metal spookshow
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Patient Number 9' by Ozzy Osbourne In spite of age and health struggles, the godfather of metal music and self-proclaimed "Prince of Darkness" returns with his strongest album in over three decades
Concerts Concert Recap: Alesana, Palisades + Vampires Everywhere - The "Trilogy Tour, Part I: The Emptiness," Jacksonville, NC (August 19, 2022) North Carolina's own Alesana made every emo's dream come true with the help of a support lineup that helps showcase the past, present, and future of the alternative metal/metalcore subgenre
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Reaching Hypercritical' by Palisades After four years away, Palisades triumphantly return with a brand new studio album, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the band
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Welcome to the Chaos' by Fame on Fire The Florida-based genre-benders return with their second full-length album, an incredible follow-up that'll make you think twice before calling them a cover band
Albums Instant Impressions: 'Hell is in Your Head' by Senses Fail With almost half a decade between full-length album releases, Senses Fail made sure their latest effort was worth waiting for
Concerts Concert Recap: Everclear’s 30th Anniversary Tour, Jacksonville, NC (July 2, 2022) After 30 years, Everclear's passion and energy onstage refuses to diminish
Concerts Concert Recap: Black Veil Brides, Motionless in White + Ice Nine Kills – The “Trinity of Terror” Tour, Myrtle Beach, SC (April 24, 2022) After several months of anticipation, I finally got to witness the greatness that is this tour, and it was well worth the wait
Lists Top 5 Black Veil Brides Songs The hype for the Trinity of Terror Tour continues by picking the 5 songs I feel show the best of Black Veil Brides' musical abilities
