Breaking Benjamin just announced an unplugged tour with an opening solo set by their guitarist Keith Wallen. Tickets and VIP are available at breakingbenjamin.com.
1/12 – Norfolk, VA – The NorVa
1/13 – Richmond, VA – The National
1/16 – Huntsville, AL – Mars Music Hall
1/17 – Birmingham, AL – Iron City
1/19 – Memphis, TN – Elvis Presley’s Memphis: Graceland Soundstage
1/20 – Fayetteville, AR – JJ’s Live
1/23 – Midland, TX – Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
Hailing from Wales, Revolution Rabbit Deluxe is a band with a sound that ranges from power pop and Brit rock to alternative/indie with strong punk overtones. This four-piece outfit has blended their many influences into a sound that brings the late 70s/early 80s punk rock and new wave movements firmly into the 2020s. (I was visited by heavy The Clash vibes.) This near seamless modern take on these genres is evident on the band’s latest album, Control Freaks.
Control Freaks was released on October 28, 2023. The record kicks off with the track “I’ve Got Nothing” and doesn’t relinquish its hold on the listener straight through to the finale. Within the twelve songs you will find everything from poppy, danceable bops, such as “Summer All Year Round,” to more socially aware (in true punk fashion) tracks like “Fabian Control Freaks,” which is extremely catchy and will have you singing along. Revolution Rabbit Deluxe even throws in a couple of slower, more heartfelt songs in “Mother and Child” and “The Girl From Irpin,” proving that this quartet can run the gamut of human emotion.
If you are a fan of old-school punk or alternative/indie rock, or if you simply want to lose yourself in something that is upbeat while making a statement, Control Freaks is a must-hear! The band’s promise that the album will “bring a smile to your face as we march headlong towards inevitable(?) oblivion” is more than delivered on.
Standout tracks: “Mother and Her Child,” “The Girl From Irpin,” “The Sweetest Things,” and “Glasgow Kiss”
From Ashes To New are headed back out this November/December for their Blackout Tour, Pt. 1, alongside special guests The Word Alive, Catch Your Breath, and Ekoh. Grab your tickets and VIP packages at fromashestonew.com!
11/21 – Portland, ME – State Theatre
11/22 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
11/24 – Liverpool, NY – Sharkey’s Banquets & Events
11/25 – Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom
11/26 – New Kensington, PA – Preserving Hardcore
11/28 – Indianapolis, IN – The Vogue
11/29 – Fort Wayne, IN – The Clyde Theater*
11/30 – Flint, MI – The Machine Shop
12/1 – Harrison, OH – Blue Note Harrison
12/3 – Columbus, OH – Newport Music Hall
12/4 – St. Louis, MO – Red Flag
12/5 – Fayetteville, AR – JJ’s LIVE
12/6 – Oklahoma City, OK – Tower Theatre
12/8 – Colorado Springs, CO – Sunshine Studios Live
12/10 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre
12/11 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater*
12/12 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave/Eagles Club*
12/13 – Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
12/15 – Niagara Falls, NY – The Rapids Theatre
12/16 – Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
12/17 – Harrisburg, PA – Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center (New date!)
Mammoth WVH is hitting the road this November-December with the one and only Nita Strauss! Tickets and VIP experiences are available at mammothwvh.com.
11/3 – St. Louis, MO – The Dome at America’s Center (Mammoth WVH only, supporting Metallica)
11/4 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave/Eagles Club
11/5 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
11/7 – Columbus, OH – The Bluestone
11/9 – Chicago, IL – The Vic Theatre
11/10 – Detroit, MI – Ford Field (Mammoth WVH only, supporting Metallica)
11/11 – Grand Rapids, MI – The Intersection
11/13 – Toronto, ON – The Danforth Music Hall
11/14 – Montreal, QC – Théâtre Beanfield
11/15 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
11/17 – Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom
11/18 – Glenside, PA – Keswick Theatre
11/19 – Baltimore, MD – Rams Head Live!
11/21 – Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
11/22 – Lake Buena Vista, FL – House of Blues
11/24 – Houston, TX – Warehouse Live
11/25 – Dallas, TX – The Factory in Deep Ellum
11/26 – Austin, TX – Emo’s Austin
11/28 – Englewood, CO – Gothic Theatre
11/29 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
11/30 – Boise, ID – Knitting Factory Concert House
12/2 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory Concert House
Defining themselves as an “indie rock/funk/grunge band,” The Space Turtles hail from Long Island, New York. They are fairly new on the scene, but with their firing-on-all-cylinders determination, The Space Turtles are rapidly gaining momentum. The trio implements a variety of influences and musical backgrounds, which means you’ll hear things that are reminiscent of bands such as Weezer and Nirvana, but also Red Hot Chili Peppers, a touch of Nine Inch Nails, 311, and more!
The Space Turtles released their Tough Call EP in late 2022 and have been booking shows throughout 2023.
My favorite track from the band is “Ghost Plans,” which is the second song on the aforementioned Tough Call EP.
And, just in time for Halloween, The Space Turtles dropped “Spooky Shit,” a fun and funky song that honors all those things we love about October!
Follow The Space Turtles on their socials and your favorite streaming platforms to keep up with all the cool happenings!
Alabama-based rockers Brother Cane shared two singles today, “Blinded by the Sun” and “Are You in There Anymore?” These are the first new songs the band has put out in 25 years!
Brother Cane formed in 1991 and released albums in 1993, 1995, and 1998. The band parted ways thereafter, but they reformed in 2005 and 2011, and have been steadily active again since 2022.
“Blinded by the Sun” and “Are You in There Anymore?” were produced and mixed by Marti Frederiksen. Both tracks are now available on all streaming platforms, or you can listen below. Check them out and visit brothercane.com for news, tour dates, and more!
Saving Abel has announced that they are canceling all scheduled dates for the foreseeable future. Refunds will be issued to ticket holders at their point of purchase.
Here is the statement issued by the band.
“Due to some recent developments within the Saving Abel family, we unfortunately have to cancel all upcoming tour dates. There is nothing that Jared and the band were looking forward to more than playing live, but unfortunately, that will have to wait a little longer. We appreciate your understanding at this time, and all ticket holders will be issued refunds at the point of purchase.”
Update:Due to overwhelming demand, the show in Dallas on 11/3 has been moved from Sundown to the Granada Theater, and is now all ages as well!
Horror punk band Murderdolls’ debut album, Beyond the Valley of the Murderdolls, turns 21 this year! In celebration of this anniversary, frontman Wednesday 13 is hitting the road to perform songs from their first record, as well as their second and final release, Women and Children Last (2010). Wednesday’s touring lineup for this run includes Murderdolls’ alumni Roman Surman and Jack Tankersley.
The supporting acts are Gemini Syndrome, Infected Rain, and Black Satellite.
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