All Them Witches with Plague Vendor @ Zanzabar, Louisville, KY
Photos and words by Emily May | March 5th, 2019
Nashville rock band All Them Witches, who are currently touring in support of their latest album ATW, performed recently in Louisville, KY. Having amassed a loyal following over the past 7 years, the band brought a lot of fans out on a Tuesday night, performing to a packed house. Drummer Robby Staebler, vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Charles Michael Parks Jr. and guitarist Ben McLeod are all incredible musicians, showcasing their respective talents throughout the evening. Each member showcased their talents through solos and long instrumental segments during their set, which kept the crowd upbeat and in high spirits. Although Parks sang on many of the songs, the band jammed for much of their set, energizing the crowd and eliciting a lot of cheering and applause, with many of the fans staring on with giddiness and excitement. Parks chatted a bit with the crowd throughout the evening but kept talking to a minimum during the band's 90 minute set, with the band focusing mostly on their playing. With moody and ambient lighting, great music and a upbeat, electric energy throughout the venue, it was a really amazing set.
All Them Witches is currently touring with LA rock band Plague Vendor. Part punk rock, part rock and roll and 100% fun, Plague Vendor was the epitome of a good time on stage. Singer Brandon Blaine was a powerhouse on stage. Dancing and engaging the crowd for the band's entire set, he often stood at the edge of the stage, holding his mic stand into the crowd to lead them in sing-alongs and got into the crowd to sing amongst the audience members. They got the crowd dancing and the energy flowing, ensuring that everyone was ready for All Them Witches. It was a really great night of music.
The Aces with Joan @ Union Stage, Washington DC
The Aces performed their first sold out headlining show to a diverse and upbeat crowd at Union Stage in Washington DC.
Photos courtesy of Gabby Ames | February 26th, 2019
Coin with Tessa Violet @ 9:30 Club, Washington DC
Photos courtesy of Gabby Ames | February 8th, 2019
Bring Me The Horizon with Thrice & Fever 333 @ CFE Arena, Orlando, Florida
Photos courtesy of Cortney Lesovoy | January 25, 2019
Danny Michel @ West End Cultural Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Photos & review courtesy of Jenny Ramone Photo | Feb 08 2019
Eclectic Canadian songwriter Danny Michel stopped by Winnipeg’s West End Cultural Centre on February 8, 2019, a frigid, frozen winter’s night. The show marked Michel’s 17th appearance at the venue as well as the 10 year anniversary of his “Live In Winnipeg” album, recorded at the WECC in 2009.
Though he was in town in support of “White & Gold”, Michel drew from his extensive discography through out his two sets. Accompanied on stage by only a red guitar emblazoned with “This machine surrounds hate and forces it to surrender” and a looping pedal, he played stripped down versions of crowd favorites “Feather, Fur and Fin”, “Click Click” and “Tennessee Tobacco”, encouraging the crowd to join in and sing along.
From the moment he walked on stage, Danny Michel held the crowd in the palm of his hand, telling the stories behind the songs, cracking jokes, accepting requests and interacting with the audience. Michel expressed how comfortable he feels playing in Winnipeg and it really shone through on this particular evening. Michel is an entertaining, engaging performer, able to carry a 2 hour show solo without there being a dull moment.
Danny Michel’s tour continues through Western Canada until mid-February before heading to the east coast in March.
Arkells @ Save on Foods Memorial Arena, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Photos courtesy of Leanne (Green) Yerex | Feb 03 2019
Madness @ The O2, London, UK
Photos courtesy of Gili Dailes | December 14 2018
British pop legends Madness played The O2 arena in London as part of their Sound of Madness tour. Playing all the fans favourites as well as some brand new tracks, Madness gave an impressive performance that reminded us why they’re in the list of the top selling UK groups of all time.
The Zolas & Yukon Blonde @ Capital Ballroom, Victoria, British Columbia
Photos courtesy of Leanne (Green) Yerex | December 06 2018
Yukon Blonde and The Zolas ended their Canadian tour in Victoria B.C. at Capital Ballroom last week to a sold out crowd.
The Zolas
Yukon Blonde
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