Prophets of Rage + AWOLNATION// Live in St. Louis
Photos Courtesy of: Carlie Aubuchon
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94/7 Birthday Bash // Portland, OR
To celebrate 21 years as Portland’s go-to alternative radio station, 94/7 threw its second annual “Birthday Bash,” this time extending the party over two days. As per 94/7 style, each lineup was stacked with both well-established bands, such as Young the Giant and AWOLNATION, and up-and-comers, like Chef’Special and Coleman Hell. Not only did the radio station produce a killer lineup, but they made drastic improvements on last year’s 20th birthday bash. A misting tent was set up as a sanctuary from the 90+ degree weather, as well as a water-refill station, a large area to lay blankets down, and two jumbo screens on either side of the stage so everyone could see. Highlights of the fest included the long awaited return to Portland of Young the Giant, Coleman Hell’s incredibly energetic start to day 2 despite the blazing heat, Robert Delong’s dazzling one-man show, and AWOLNATION’s strong finish to the unforgettable weekend. If this is what 94/7 did for their 21st birthday, I can’t wait to see what happens next year when they’re feelin’ 22.
Photos Courtesy of: Sydnie Kobza
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The Deftones // Live in Boston
The Deftones at Blue Hills Bank Pavilion in Boston, MA on 9 Aug 2016. Photos courtesy of: Elizabeth Friar
Warped Tour 2016 // Columbia, MD
VANS Warped Tour in Columbia, MD on 7/16/16 at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
Against the Current | Emarosa | Every Time I Die | Less Than Jake | New Found Glory | Real Friends | ROAM | Set It Off | The Maine | Tonight Alive | Yellowcard
Photos courtesy of: Krystina Brown
Bobby Long // Live in Lexington, KY
Bobby Long at Cosmic Charlie's in Lexington, KY on 6/22/16. Jayson Erik Alcott opened the show! Photos courtesy of: Emily May
Marcus Machado // Photo Essay
Claudia @ Jarethsgirl Music photographed Marcus Machado during a performance at The Shed Open Jam in NYC.
I first saw Mr. Marcus Machado play on a Wednesday night at The Shed Open Jam in NYC.
He was 'low key' and on the drums, but I couldn't, for the life of me, shake off the heavy Hendrix vibe I was picking up that night. What I didn't know at the time is that he's multi-instrumentalist and a total monster on guitar. But, I was soon to find out.
A friend of mine, Bria Monet - a songwriter and musician in her own right, eventually introduced us and I asked if I could interview him for VZN Magazine. He graciously agreed not just to the interview but allowed me to be a member of his team throughout a series of performances at the Guitar Center in Manhattan and The Brooklyn Academy of Music. He also invited me to attend a recording session at Converse's Rubber Track studios in Brooklyn.
I am an observer by nature, and it's rare that I approach people I admire - I don't like to disturb people - but on rare occasions, if 'the pull' is ridiculously strong I am compelled to approach. Luckily, in this case, I got to play my normal and favorite roll: I was a casual observer, encapsulating the special moments before within the digital confines of my camera.
Throughout the process met family members, good friends, and other talented individuals and phenomenal musicians, which form part of his collective. Everyone was genuinely engaging and capable of generating and joyous atmosphere - it wasn't long before I was 'fam' and not just a stranger. I understood fully that I was being granted the rare privilege of being around immense talent, and the fact that they behaved so humbly - in the best sense of the word - wasn't lost on me at all; in fact, I found the whole experience quite rewarding and inspiring.
These were good people; this was a great vibe; this is great music. I hope you enjoy the photos and the message they convey.
The Boxer Rebellion // Live in London
With the release of their 5th studio album, ‘Ocean by Ocean’, London quartet The Boxer Rebellion have nailed a sold out gig at the Oslo Hackney, London.
With an impressive number of loyal fans who came in early to reserve their spot in the front, The Boxer Rebellion did not disappoint and delivered an excellent, beautifully orchestrated show.
Follow The Boxer Rebellion in their US / EU tour HERE
The Boxer Rebellion // Oslo Hackeny, London // 03.05.2016 // ©Photos by Gili Dailes
