Touche Amore announce fall headlining tour

For the past three years, Los Angeles post hardcore outfit Touche Amore haven't had a legitimate headlining tour in North America. Yesterday, the band changed that with a 25 date trip across the country. If you missed out on their recent trek supporting Thursday or simply want to catch them in...

Marduk announce summer North American tour

When it comes to touring in North America, Marduk haven't had a great 12 months so far. Last fall, the black metal outfit delayed their trek by a few dates only to postpone the entire thing due to visa issues, which left the other touring bands to go on without them. When they finally came back here...

Free July 4th events in New York 2017

Fourth of July will be celebrated in New York with firework displays and leisurely days at the beaches and swimming pools managed by the New York Parks Department. The biggest event in New York City will be the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, which will draw a crowd of about two million...

Review: The Birthday Massacre light up a damp NYC

Around this time last year, Canadian synth-pop group The Birthday Massacre started working on their new studio album Under Your Spell. After some help from their fans via their successful Pledgemusic campaign, the 11-track album, which debuted at number two on the Heatseekers Albums chart, finally...

Where to watch July 4th fireworks in New York 2017

The New York City area will be a hotbed for 4th of July celebrations. There will be a plethora of events that will bring in Uncle Sam’s birthday, but it can truly be a 4th of July event without fireworks, and if you’re in the market for a great fireworks show in the New York/New Jersey area, here...

Complete guide to July 4th in New York 2017

New Yorkers know a thing or two about big and bright and won't be backing down this July 4th holiday. The Big Apple will host numerous unique Independence Day activities for revelers of all shapes, sizes and ages. From awe-inspiring fireworks shows to all-ages events to free parties, the day will be...

Bruce Springsteen headed to Broadway this fall

Bruce Springsteen is used to audiences of tens of thousands, but he'll soon be singing to just 975 fans at a time. According to the New York Post, the Boss will set up shop at New York City's Walter Kerr Theatre this fall for an eight-week residency. The intimate setting with allow him to perform...

Parov Stelar announces North American leg of 'Burning Spider' world tour

Electro-swing pioneer Marcus Füreder — better known by his stage name Parov Stelar — has announced a handful of dates in the U.S. and Canada for his Burning Spider world tour (see video above). The eight-date North American leg of the tour gets underway at the Trocadero Theatre in Philadelphia on...

Family friendly July 4th events in New York 2017

The New York area is one of the best places to celebrate the 4th of July. Not only will it have one of the largest celebrations in America, but it will also have a plethora of events that will be geared to the entire family, and if you’re in the market for a nice family event, check these five out...

Overkill, Crowbar team up for 2017 Metal Alliance Tour

The annual Metal Alliance tour has delivered a ton of amazing performance across the country since 2011, and they're not stopping any time soon with the announcement of 2017's installment today. Headlining the event are Overkill, who are plugging their new studio album The Grinding Wheel. Last month...

Indie rockers The Drums add 2017 fall dates, release new single 'Mirror' (listen)

Indie pop rockers The Drums have drummed up some new tour dates. The band will be touring throughout the summer and fall in support of their latest album, Abysmal Thoughts, which is set for release Friday, June 16. The Drums have also recently shared “Mirror” from the new record. You can listen to...

Four Year Strong announce more 'Rise Or Die Trying' tour dates

Throughout the year, Massachusetts pop punk outfit Four Year Strong have been celebrating the 10 year anniversary of their sophomore studio album Rise Or Die Trying. Back in March, the outfit embarked on the first leg of their United States trek to sold out crowds across the country. Many fans that...

Jack Johnson to perform at Forest Hills Stadium

Singer-songwriter Jack Johnson will perform at Forest Hills Stadium on Wednesday, June 14. Also on the bill, which is set to kick off at 6:30 p.m., is special guest Bahamas. Johnson released his most recent studio long-player, From Here to Now to You, in September 2013 through Brushfire and Republic...

Nightwish maps out 2018 Decades World Tour

Is it too early to start planning out your 2018 concert calendar? Nightwish don't think so. The Finnish symphonic metal band have already plotted a trip to North America next year, and tickets go on sale Monday, May 12. The band's extensive dates will take them across the country, to such cities as...

Five must-see artists at Mountain Jam 2017

The 13th Annual Mountain Jam will take place at Hunter Mountain, N.Y. on June 16-18, 2017. The festival promises three days of live music, with artists including Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, The String Cheese Incident, The Steve Miller Band, Peter Frampton, The Head And The Heart, Gary Clark...

Astrid S maps out Party's Over tour

Astrid S has come a long way from being placed fifth in the Norwegian version of the popular Pop Idol. Ever since that apparent heartbreak, Astrid S (b. Astrid Smeplass) has gone on to take the Norwegian music world by storm. In 2013, her singles debut, “Shattered” shattered the Norway charts...

Michael Franti & Spearhead to perform at PlayStation Theater

Progressive and political hip hop/funk outfit Michael Franti & Spearhead will bring the Love Out Loud Tour to PlayStation Theater on Saturday, June 10 at 8 p.m. with special guest Nattali Rize. Michael Franti & Spearhead are touring in continued support of ninth studio long-player...

Billy Joel postpones June residency show in New York at MSG due to health issues

Billy Joel fans pumped to catch the six-time Grammy winner on June 6 in New York at Madison Square Garden will be crushed to learn the date has been postponed. The Piano Man has been forced to cancel his sold-out residency show at The Garden on short notice due to a viral infection on doctor's...