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Blue October SWAY tour lights it up at the Fillmore in San Francisco

October 10, 2013

One of the tours that I have been most excited about this year is the Blue October SWAY tour and last night it was San Francisco’s turn to enjoy the show. Well, I have to say Congratulations Blue October, you truly hit out of the ballpark last night. It was amazing in so many ways. Their were two opening bands and both were spectacular. First you were treated to Tori Vasquez and her band. We had the pleasure of seeing her perform on Justin’s Open Book Tour and last night she played with her band. They were spot on and the crowd was really enjoying them. We have more about Tori Vasquez here. Next up, were The Unlikely Candidates from Keller, Texas and these five guys came out with full energy and an incredible set. You can read more about their performance on our post here. Then, Blue October took the stage and it was as if all was right in the world as I looked over to the right and saw C.B. Hudson. It was [Read More]

SWAY by Blue October and new Bleed Out Video Release!

August 19, 2013

(August 19th – New Video Release of Bleed Out below) Well we are almost there! I told you a month ago about the most anticipated CD release of SWAY by Blue October. Well here we are the night before the release on August 20th and I can’t contain my excitement. We had pre-ordered the CD through the Pledge campaign and received the download early this morning. Well, I have to tell you, I spent my entire day listening to this great CD. If you are new to Blue October, you will take one listen and forever be joined with us in the Blue family. It really takes you on a journey as you are emotionally embraced with captivating lyrics and alluring melodies. You can’t help but be drawn into each song. Now if you have been a Blue October fan, I can just tell you… Yes, it is everything you were waiting for. After being part of the Blue family and having Blue October music be there for me as I ride my rollercoaster of [Read More]

Most anticipated CD Release, Sway by Blue October

July 25, 2013

With less than a month away, I am having a hard time containing my excitement for what is my most anticipated album release. Their seventh studio album “Sway” by Blue October is set to release on August 20th and it is definitely one I have been anxiously waiting for. I have been a long time lover of Blue October and their emotionally driven music that truly has a life of its own. Their music has been there for me in my darkest times as well as my most celebrated moments. They are like that true friend that is always there for you; whether it is to ride out the storms or admire the beauty of the rainbows. You can’t call us fans of their music, because once you fall in love with their music, you become a family. I can’t tell you how many times I have heard from people about how Blue October changed their lives, helped them through their deepest struggles, kept them going and inspired them to be a better person. I [Read More]

Time for An Evening with Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October

January 17, 2013

One of my favorite singers has just announced his solo tour to highlight the release of the third edition of his book! Yes, Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October has just announced dates for his solo tour titled, “An Open Book” An Evening with Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October. This coincides with release of the expanded 3rd edition of his book of lyrics and writings dubbed “Crazy Making” due out on April 1, 2013. These shows sound like they are going to be a lot fun and insightful as to the writings of Justin. Included with spoken word by Justin, there will be a Q & A session, and acoustic songs. You can also buy one of the very limited meet and greets with Justin and sit in on his sound check. As soon as I got the email, I got our tickets to the Santa Ana show at the Observatory on April 5, 2013. This should be perfect timing for Ryan to finish the vest that he made for Justin. We saw Blue October just [Read More]

Blue October is at the Peak of Perfection!

November 12, 2012

Saturday night was a perfect one. I got to take my son Ryan to see my all time favorite and most inspiring band, Blue October. The music of Blue October has personally helped me through some of my hardest times as well as energizing me in my good times. When my father passed away last year, “Into the Ocean” was a song that I played daily after leaving my father’s bedside and it kept me afloat! I have often said that Blue October has been the rainbow through my storms, the light at the end of the tunnel, and the candle during my darkest hours. Oh, how I appreciate and love their music! Blue October is currently on “the quiet mind tour” and made a stop at The Regency Ballroom in San Francisco, November 10, 2012. I have been enjoying Blue October for almost 15 years and had the pleasure seeing them almost a dozen times. This concert I would have to declare the Best of the Best of all the times I have seen [Read More]

Aftershock 2022 West Coast’s Biggest Rock Festival Returns October 6-9 Four Full Days Of Nonstop Music And Entertainment, Including Over 90 Bands And Expanding To 4 Stages At Discovery Park In Sacramento, CA

February 25, 2022

Featuring Headlining Performances From Foo Fighters, My Chemical Romance, Slipknot, KISS, Rob Zombie, Judas Priest, Shinedown, Papa Roach, Along With Evanescence, Lamb Of God, Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember, Nothing More & Many More Passes On Sale Now For Just $10 Down Through March 31 At www.AftershockFestival.com Aftershock–the West Coast’s Biggest Rock Festival–returns to Discovery Park in Sacramento, CA on October 6-9, 2022 bigger than ever, expanding to four full days (after a half 4th day in 2021), adding a 4th music stage and featuring over 90 bands. The latest edition aims to top 2021’s record-setting, sold-out attendance of 145,000, which marked five consecutive sold out events for Aftershock. The weekend’s stellar lineup of rock and metal heavyweights features headliners Slipknot and Rob Zombie (Thursday), KISS and Judas Priest (Friday), My Chemical Romance and Papa Roach (Saturday) and Foo Fighters and Shinedown (Sunday), along with a range of additional top music artists including Bring Me The Horizon, Evanescence, Lamb Of God, A Day To Remember, Architects, Halestorm, Stone Temple Pilots, Chevelle, and many more. Aftershock passes are on sale now at www.AftershockFestival.com. Papa Roach’s Jacoby Shaddix said, “I am over the moon stoked to be one of the headliners of Aftershock this year. Honestly, this is like a dream come [Read More]

Roundup: The Hot Half Dozen for October 19, 2020

October 20, 2020

Patrick O’Heffernan, Host, Music Sin Fronteras radio From 67 submissions this week, Will You Still Be Mine, single by the Allman Goldflies Band. Pure southern rock music written from the prison experience of one of the group’s founders, Gary Allman. An urgent, blues-heavy earworm you need to hear. Available on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube. https://www.facebook.com/AllmanGoldflies Ghost, single by Crimson Calamity. Lauren Harding and Mallory Trunnell know how to grab you gently and then completely capture your ears and your heart. Gut wrenching guitar, heartbreaking harmonies. This women are so, so good! Available this Friday on YouTube, Spotify, other platforms. While you are there check other their songs “Line Em Up & Shoot Em Down” and “ Fools Gold”. https://www.facebook.com/CrimsonCMusic Worth the Weight single by Maggie Szabo. For every one of the 6 years I have known and followed Szabo, she had consistently delivered addictive, intelligent pop and ballads. Worth the Weight bundles together all that experience and moves her to a new plateau of sophisticated, layered ear-grabbing pop. Available on [Read More]