"Three acts with music that comes straight from the heart, and all of it is being performed in one of the most intimate of settings. Seriously, this is just this reviewer being able to have his cake and eat it."
Alexz Johnson @ Radio Radio in Indianapolis on October 30th, 2014 — “Three acts with music that comes straight from the heart, and all of it is being performed in one of the most intimate of settings. Seriously, this is just this reviewer being able to have his cake and eat it.
""A rumble ain't a rumble without these four bands." Except this time, there are no Greasers or Socs. Just four like-minded bands who want to bring a show to those who are willing to see them."
The Ready Set and Metro Station @ Deluxe at Old National Centre in Indianapolis on October 28th, 2014 — “”A rumble ain’t a rumble without these four bands.” Except this time, there are no Greasers or Socs. Just four like-minded bands who want to bring a show to those who are willing to see them.”
"Forgive me Father, for I have sinned." Rock n' roll, excess, the "I don't give a f@#k attitude." Guess what, Indianapolis? Tonight, we're going straight to hell.
The Pretty Reckless @ Deluxe at Old National Centre in Indianapolis on October 25th, 2014 — “”Forgive me Father, for I have sinned.” Rock n’ roll, excess, the “I don’t give a f@#k attitude.” Guess what, Indianapolis? Tonight, we’re going straight to hell.
"I've always said that this scene can stack up again any band out there on the national level, and today proved it."
WARMfest @ Broad Ripple Park in Indianapolis on August 31st, 2014 — “I’ve always said that this scene can stack up again any band out there on the national level, and today proved it.”
"Promoting environmental responsibility, independent businesses, sustainable goods and services, and all through the magic of art and music...And in the end, what's cooler than that?"
WARMfest @ Broad Ripple Park in Indianapolis on August 30th, 2014 — “Promoting environmental responsibility, independent businesses, sustainable goods and services, and all through the magic of art and music….And in the end, what’s cooler than that?”
"Sometimes the best therapy is a cold beer, some live music, and an absolutely perfect evening out in the biergarten."
Honor By August, The Gallery, Mikey Wax @ Rathskeller Biergarten in Indianapolis on August 14th, 2014 — “Sometimes the best therapy is a cold beer, some live music, and an absolutely perfect evening out in the biergarten.”
"...their energetic stage presence matches their blend of post-hardcore...and they do what they do very well, something the crowd is definitely noticing."
Chiodos @ The Irving Theater in Indianapolis on April 4th, 2014 — “…their energetic stage presence matches their blend of post-hardcore…and they do what they do very well, something the crowd is definitely noticing.”
...there were plenty of ...familiar favorites ...all of which embody Young the Giant's wonderfully energetic and catchy hooks and melodies.
Young The Giant @ The Egyptian Room in Indianapolis on March 10th, 2014 — Seeing as their latest effort Mind Over Matter came out a few months ago, there were plenty of songs from said record such as “Paralysis” and “It’s About Time,” as well as a few other familiar favorites from their debut, all of which embody Young the Giant’s wonderfully energetic and catchy hooks and melodies. All the while, the crowd is just eating everything up, dancing and jumping around to their heart’s content….
...there is a lot of clapping, singing and dancing along to the band's furious blend of punk-inspired blast beats, power chords, and of course, the Irish influences from which they've made their name.
Flogging Molly @ The Egyptian Room in Indianapolis on March 8th, 2014 — I’ve been a fan of Flogging Molly for years, and they’ve always been one of my favorite live bands. While I’ve never been big on celebrating St. Paddy’s Day, but this tour has always been a nice way to make up for it. Having been to two previous incarnations of it, can it live up to expectations? Let’s find out.