No Picture
Bands

You’re Insane if you missed Escape the Fate at their Sacramento show

March 5, 2014

We were able to catch Escape The Fate twice in one week last month. First we caught them performing to a sold out crowd at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco for the Bury the Hatchet Tour with Falling in Reverse, Chelsea Grin and Survive This!  We then caught them at a packed house at the Ace of Spades in Sacramento for a show with Eve to Adam, New Years Day and Track Fighter. It was great to see Escape the Fate headlining the show at the Ace of Spades. It was packed with a crowd of all ages as everyone song along and the energy was magnetic. Of course the highlight for us was to see the return of Max “The Ripper” Green as he pounded out slamming bass lines and moved around the stage like a fierce animal. He truly did own that stage that night and we were all under his spell. You can check out the following tribute videos by Rockin Ryan that feature photos as well as footage from their [Read More]

No Picture
Bands

You’re Insane if you missed Escape the Fate at their Sacramento show

March 5, 2014

We were able to catch Escape The Fate twice in one week last month. First we caught them performing to a sold out crowd at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco for the Bury the Hatchet Tour with Falling in Reverse, Chelsea Grin and Survive This!  We then caught them at a packed house at the Ace of Spades in Sacramento for a show with Eve to Adam, New Years Day and Track Fighter. It was great to see Escape the Fate headlining the show at the Ace of Spades. It was packed with a crowd of all ages as everyone song along and the energy was magnetic. Of course the highlight for us was to see the return of Max “The Ripper” Green as he pounded out slamming bass lines and moved around the stage like a fierce animal. He truly did own that stage that night and we were all under his spell. You can check out the following tribute videos by Rockin Ryan that feature photos as well as footage from their [Read More]

No Picture
Bands

Check out the tribute video for Survive This! for “Where I Belong”

February 23, 2014

Just a week ago, we told you about the awesome show that SURVIVE THIS! put on for their set at the Bury the Hatchet Tour in San Francisco. They were amazing! As promised, we are pleased to share with you the tribute videos that Rockin Ryan put together with footage and photos from their set: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ozronj6s98&feature=youtu.be]   [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AEnE9OBlII&feature=youtu.be]   In case you missed our original post, here iit is again: * * * * * * * * * *  So many times on tours, people tend to neglect arriving early enough to catch the opening band. Well, if Survive This! is on as the opener, you better do everything humanly possible to get there ON TIME!  These guys know how to deliver a high energy set and get any crowd pumped. We saw them as they opened up for Chelsea Grin, Escape the Fate and Falling in Reverse during the Bury the Hatchet Tour on their stop in San Francisco. We arrived early enough and were treated to their adrenaline filled set where you [Read More]

No Picture
Bands

SURVIVE THIS! delivers an incredible set for Bury the Hatchet Tour 2014!

February 18, 2014

So many times on tours, people tend to neglect arriving early enough to catch the opening band. Well, if Survive This! is on as the opener, you better do everything humanly possible to get there ON TIME!  These guys know how to deliver a high energy set and get any crowd pumped. We saw them as they opened up for Chelsea Grin, Escape the Fate and Falling in Reverse during the Bury the Hatchet Tour on their stop in San Francisco. We arrived early enough and were treated to their adrenaline filled set where you are captivated by the stage presence.  Their music can be described as a blend of electronic and metal sprinkled with catchy melodies.  They are definitely creating their unique sound and style. You can check out some of the photos from Rockin Ryan of their set and also his tribute video: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ozronj6s98&feature=youtu.be]   Their new album, The Life You’ve Chosen is out now and you can pick it up on Itunes here or on their Facebook Merch page here.  Survive This! [Read More]

No Picture
Aftershock Festival

In This Moment signs to Atlantic Records and NEW album is in the WORKS!

February 5, 2014

  In This Moment have just announced that they have signed with major record label, Atlantic Records. They are currently working on a new album and are set to have a new single out for us by mid year. We do not have much more information to report as we wait for the official press release with more details but we will continue to keep you updated. We had the opportunity to catch In This Moment last year on their Hell Pop Tour as well as Aftershock Festival, both amazing shows!!! As you know, Maria Brink on vocals has excellent stage presence. For the first time I saw her live, I had dubbed her the Metal Version of Lady Gaga, she just has a presence that you can’t ignore. Her vocals are spot on and is definitely a crowd pleaser. Then you look to each side of Maria and you are blown away by the guitarists; Chris Howorth on Lead guitar, Randy Weitzel on guitar and Travis Johnson who reminds my son Rockin Ryan of the [Read More]

No Picture
Bands

Dir En Grey captivates San Francisco crowd and an interview with Toshiya

December 12, 2013

  Last month we had the pleasure of catching Dir En Grey as they returned to San Francisco at the Regency Ballroom. It was a full night of incredible metal to include amazing opener Dagoba.  This was at the tail end of their spectacular 14 date tour in North America. Dir En Grey once again put on a world class, cross cultural performance. This Japanese quintet has a strong and dedicated following and when we arrived, we got to see many of their dedicated fans waiting outside in line for hours to get in decked out with their theatrical Dir En Grey makeup. We had the opportunity to have our Ben Mitchell interview bassist, Toshiya prior to their performance and we are pleased to bring that interview to you here in it’s entirety: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxE0G-ItVlc&feature=youtu.be]   The performance of Dir En Grey that night was truly captivating. Vocalist, Kyo can take you on a ride with his vocals as he goes from deep growls to theatrical vocals and truly has one of the most remarkable vocal ranges [Read More]

No Picture
Aftershock Festival

In This Moment delivers another spectacular performance for Hell Pop Tour

December 3, 2013

Last week, we had the pleasure of covering the Hell Pop Tour with All Hail The Yeti, Kyng, Motionless in White and In This Moment. From the first time I heard In This Moment, I fell in love with them. This was the sixth time covering their show and they never cease to amaze me with their performance.  When you see In This Moment, is not just like seeing a band on stage with their backdrop, etc. is a production like no other and you can’t help but be adrenalized by it! In This Moment has Maria Brink on vocals and she has excellent stage presence. For the first time I saw her live, I haddubbed her the Metal Version of Lady Gaga, she just has a presence that you can’t ignore. Her vocals are spot on and is definitely a crowd pleaser. Then you look to each side of Maria and you are blown away by the guitarists; Chris Howorth on Lead guitar, Randy Weitzel on guitar and Travis Johnson who reminds my son [Read More]