Concert Reviews
Streetlight Manifesto, Lionize, and Hostage Calm
On Saturday November 24, The Royale became the temporary home of ska/punk giants Streetlight Manifesto. A manic punk band from New Jersey, Streetlight Manifesto has a reputation for their dedicated fan base and their energetic live shows. Opening for Streetlight Manifesto that night were Lionize, a DC-based riff heavy reggae band, and Hostage Calm, a
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Sum 41 with IAMDYNAMITE
The Paradise Rock Club had a line over a block long outside of it starting an hour before doors. At 6PM, when the doors finally open, people flooded in and moved up against the barricade between the crowd and the band. At 7PM, when Threads of Scarlet went on, they did so with a bang.
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Smashing Pumpkins with Five Knives
When I walked into the Smashing Pumpkins show on December 2nd at Mohegan Sun, I had a little idea of what to expect. I grew up listening to “Siamese Dream” and “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness,” so I knew the music, but it was the Smashing Pumpkins concert experience I was lacking. That changed
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The Gaslight Anthem & Polar Bear Club Show Review
On Monday November 26th, the House of Blues was alive with live performances from Matthew Ryan, the Polar Bear Club, and headlining band The Gaslight Anthem. When the show began I was surprised to see a man walk onto the stage with a guitar. I had absolutely no idea who he was and I had
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Show: Of Monsters and Men & Sóley
On November 19th at the Orpheum Theatre, Of Monsters and Men and opener Sóley exhibited the diverse musical talent Iceland has to offer. Through ambient songs, Sóley undoubtedly displayed her pianistic talent. Though she played with two musicians, the music was clearly a solo project. Her captivating utilization of echoing created an experimental sound. Contrary
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