Viva Moz Vegas: Morrissey’s Misguided Set List, Excess Whimsy Hinder Caesar’s Residency
Only five songs into his Las Vegas set, shouts of “PLAY MORE SMITHS!” began ringing out. Unfortunately for Morrissey, it was a commonly shared sentiment.
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Elton John Kicks Off Last North American Farewell Tour
Elton John played his 52nd and last show in Philadelphia last Friday night, and it was a joyous and life-affirming farewell.
Pearl Jam Leave Us Wanting More in Berlin Concert
Pearl Jam at the Waldbühne in Berlin had a crowd of 22,000 screaming their adoration – until the set abruptly and unexpectedly ended.
Jukebox the Ghost Get Silly with Audience on ‘Cheers!’ Tour
While Jukebox the Ghost debuted songs from new record Cheers! on tour, the New Haven show really belonged to someone named Steve.
She & Him & Them (Sunflower Bean) Deliver Sounds of the Season
When She & Him follow Sunflower Bean into Denver for shows promoting new albums during an unseasonably warm late spring, this twofer only means one thing, it’s getting hotter in here.
BottleRock Napa Valley 2022 Gets Back to Where It Must Belong
BottleRock 2022 has proven to be one of the US’ most pleasing festivals, with its diverse musical lineup, fabulous weather, and eclectic food and beverages.
Pearl Jam Rise Above Adversity to Rock Oakland Righteously
It’s a cool evening in the East Bay, but the temperature promises to rise inside the Oakland Arena, where Pearl Jam will rock out for a two-night stand.
James Blake Live in Berlin – Fully Grown
British genre-bender James Blake dazzles a rapturous crowd in a heartfelt return to the stage in Berlin.
Phish Bring Enchantment Under the Sea to Madison Square Garden for Earth Day
Phish transform Madison Square Garden into an “Enchantment Under the Sea” party that takes the high school dance of Marty McFly’s parents to a whole new sensory level.
Circles Around the Sun and Mikaela Davis Get Their Groove On in San Francisco
Circles Around the Sun and Mikaela Davis’ collaboration shows how the jam-rock scene has long been one of the most close-knit communities in the music business.
Marvelous Miss Maisie Peters Lets Love Grow During Denver Show of Emotion
Using her music to address the distressing nature of relationships gone awry, British pop singer Maisie Peters brings a collection of eloquently frank songs to life during her first headlining tour of North America.
Dawn Richard’s Uplifting Electro Revival Show
Continuing in Hanif Abdurraqib’s excellent spring series, Dawn Richard brought her stunning “Electro Revival” show to the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
