As the old saying goes, “Each day on twitter there is one main character. The goal is to never be it.” Just a few months ago, Hobo Johnson was the … Read More
Concert Review: Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, House of Blues, Cleveland, OH
There’s an old trope in concert reviews that goes something like, “The band and the audience fed off each other’s energy.” I would never type such drivel, and yet, at … Read More
Concert Review: DEVO, Andrew J. Brady Music Center, Cincinnati, OH
On paper, this didn’t look very promising. A bunch of 70-year-old guys running around in their silly “energy domes” and plastic raincoats, (still) telling us how society has devolved. And … Read More
Review: Modest Mouse in Cleveland, Ohio
I have a theory that Modest Mouse has the biggest “secret” fanbase. Maybe even you, dear reader, only know “Float On” and possibly “Dashboard.” I am not here to shame … Read More
All in All, it’s Just Another Rick in the Wall. Concert Review: Ricky Montgomery, Bogart’s, Cincinnati, OH
Review and photos by Liza Wilson- Singer/songwriter Ricky Montgomery doesn’t have the typical origin story. After several years in the business, and achieving moderate success, he was nonetheless about to … Read More
Concert Review: COIN, Bogart’s, Cincinnati, OH
Photos and review by Liza Wilson I am not afraid of concert journalism anymore, I realized after photographing and reviewing COIN on their most recent tour. COIN is back and … Read More
Review: Wallows Model Tour in Las Vegas, Nevada
“It feels like a trampoline up here” remarks Dylan Minette. His bandmates agree with him, and so do I. Despite years of concerts, I have never found myself gripping onto … Read More
Savage Lands Live at Hellfest
Savage Lands Performing on Main Stage at Hellfest with Special Guests The musician-run non-profit are also releasing a new single featuring Maria Franz from Heilung, Euzen and Songleikr Welcome to … Read More
Concert Review: Avenged Sevenfold, Heritage Bank, Cincinnati, OH
This review is by Pop Culture Beast photographer Liza Wilson: Avenged Sevenfold took the stage of Heritage Bank Center recently in Cincinnati. The West Coast metal band released their eighth … Read More
Concert Review: Crash Test Dummies, Ludlow Garage, Cincinnati, OH
Like many groups, Crash Test Dummies legacy is primarily tied to one big, hit single. In their native Canada, they’ve notched five top-ten hits and four additional top-40 appearances. However, … Read More
Concert Review: The 1975, MegaCorp Pavilion, Newport, KY.
(Review by Liza Wilson) The 1975 returned to the midwest to perform in Greater Cincinnati for the first time in over three years. The show sold out shortly after tickets … Read More
Concert Review: ENHYPEN, Wintrust Arena, Chicago, IL
ENHYPEN is nothing short of successful. With over five major awards in their native Korea, the band has made quite a name for itself since their debut two years ago. … Read More
Concert Review: The Driver Era, PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation Music Center, Newport, KY
There seems to be a trend in the entertainment business of actors pursuing careers in music, despite finding success on the big and small screen. Jared Leto (30 Seconds to … Read More
Concert Review: China Crisis, Ludlow Garage, Cincinnati, OH
Talk about one of the 80s most overlooked groups. China Crisis emerged from the same Liverpool scene that brought us the likes of Echo & The Bunnymen, The Teardrop Explodes … Read More