Written by: Annie Schlottman Photo credits: Joe Booth, Donna Rose, Margo Hibbard, Paige Downing, Myles Taylor, William Shoemaker, Mikayla Geffert Music fans feel a special connection to certain bands. Whether it be because of the music they put out, the personalities of the band members, the message the band is trying to convey – it can be any combination of those things. Sometimes, you come across a band that makes an impact in all of these areas. For me, one of those band

Written by: Annie Schlottman Photo credit: Sarah Novroski, @captainninj So Much Hope, Buried., a melodic post-hardcore band from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, released their second full-length album, WITHER | GROW, June 12th. It is a perfect, beautiful work of art that deserves a lot of attention. This band is starting to turn heads in the industry, not just in their area affectionately known as “NEPA”, but nationally and internationally as well. Before I get into the band and

With their new single “No Surrender”, Storage 24 are proving that modern rock still has room to evolve — and they’re doing it entirely on their own terms. There’s something happening in Jackson, Mississippi. Not polished. Not manufactured. Not chasing trends. Something louder. Storage 24 aren’t interested in fitting neatly into rock’s modern blueprint — and that’s exactly what makes them impossible to ignore. Their new single, “No Surrender,”, doesn’t arrive quietly. It crash

ATLANTA'S RAP ROCK RABBLE ROUSERS SILLY GOOSE ARE READY TO "SET IT OFF" — BAND ANNOUNCES FALL 2026 HEADLINE TOUR They've gone from staging impromptu gas station and parking lot shows (leading to a few mug shots along the way) to stardom! Buzzy rap x rock news-and-noise-makers Silly Goose have shared the video for "Set It Off." It's got all the bounce and all the groove that Silly Goose are known for, with an extra serving of melodic flavor via the singlong chorus, which WILL

There are great live bands, there are legendary live bands, and then there is Shinedown. On their return to Biloxi as part of the Dance, Kid, Dance Tour: Act II, Shinedown once again proved why they remain one of the most dominant and respected live acts in modern rock. Joined by Black Stone Cherry, Coheed and Cambria, and DJ Rockfeed the night delivered everything fans could ask for: powerhouse performances, emotional moments, unforgettable production, and a reminder of why

Hinder rolled into Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi and once again proved why they have remained a force in rock music for more than two decades. Delivering a hit-filled performance packed with energy, storytelling, and fan interaction, the band showed that a Hinder concert is much more than a show. It’s an experience. The band’s connection to the Mississippi Gulf Coast runs deep. Hinder first performed in Biloxi in 2005 at Point Cadet for CPR’s Rocks the Point, just two days

The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach turned into a full-blown Southern rock cathedral Friday night as HARDY sold out his first show of 2026 and delivered the kind of performance that leaves your ears ringing and your voice wrecked for two days afterward. For me personally, it was a bucket-list concert finally checked off, and Hardy somehow managed to exceed every expectation I carried into the night. From the second the lights dropped, Hardy stormed onto the stage with “Bot

Review by: Kat Gullage Photos by: Holly Roy Photography Mongolian metal band The HU and Apocalyptica, the cellists from Finland that cover Metallica, made a stop at College Street Music Hall in New Haven, Connecticut Thursday, May 14th during their eighteen-date 2026 North American Spring tour with The Rasmus as support. I had never heard of this alt pop rock group from Finland, The Rasmus, before but this four piece band has eleven studio albums! Their seven song set hit on

Written by: Annie Schlottman Photo credits: Dom Delfino/Delfino Visuals; Daniel Diaz/Danielz Visual Sometimes, when I write about a band, I already know a lot about them and don’t have to do a lot of research – just fact-checking. Other times I know the songs, but not a lot about the background of the band. That is often a fun experience, because I really get to do a deep dive and learn what makes a band tick. I often find out things that make me a bigger fan of the band th

Written by: Annie Schlottman Photo credits: Sean Raynor/Internal Vision @internal.vision; Dynamic Shot Lab LLC/@dslconcertphotos; Luke McAfee/@inmoshwetrust; Daniel Bove/@maximusb2012; HanT Photo/@han.t_photo Sometimes there is a band who comes along who tugs at your heartstrings. Just listening to their music and learning about the band, you feel a sense of community and belonging. Dead Within Days is one of those bands for me. I'm pretty sure I first fully started followin

Written by: Annie Schlottman Photo credit: Brendan McGlathery/Preta Path Productions Pennsylvania metalcore band If Not For Me has released a new single called “Broken Throne”, via Thriller Records, along with a visualizer video. This song is sure to be another hit with the loyal INFM fan base, as like all of this band’s music, it’s centered around a relatable topic and includes the heavy instrumentals, thunderous breakdown, and vocal melodies this quartet has become known

Every now and then, the concert gods throw fans a bone—and this is one of those moments. Live Nation has officially launched its annual ticket promotion, and for 2026, it’s back under the banner of “Summer of Live.” The deal? Thousands of shows. Massive artists. And tickets starting at just $30. Yeah… you read that right. This year’s promotion covers more than 4,000 concerts across multiple genres, giving fans a chance to catch some of the biggest names in rock, metal, and be

Marilyn Manson is back—and not quietly. After a stretch away from U.S. stages, the shock rock icon resurfaced this week with a fresh lineup behind him, kicking off his 2026 live run with two intimate warm-up shows at the Yaamava' Theater in Highland, California. The performances mark his first domestic appearances since the fall, when he last played at Aftershock Festival. These shows aren’t just a return—they’re a recalibration. And all eyes are now locked on his next move:

Review written by: Joe Perusse Photos by: Holly Roy Photography The line wrapped around the block before doors even opened — a sold-out crowd already buzzing for what was shaping up to be a serious night. And when you spot multiple banana suits, a shark costume, and Santa Claus all waiting in the same queue, you already know the vibe is going to be something else. This was the scene at The Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts Wednesday, April 15th for headliner Slaughter

Photo Credit: Blaine Bruskotter Written by: Jennifer Touche Photos by: Blaine Bruskottter, Jennifer Touche New Orleans metal band Daemon Grimm has released their new album Laced Divination , a record that has been a couple of years in the making and is shaped by by everything the band has endured along the way. Built from previous single releases alongside new material, the album stays true to the sound they've established while showing a more refined direction. Now that the

Photos by: Jonathan Galeano/Jgaleanofilms Introduction by: Annie Schlottman Oklahoma’s MOTHICA was just on a run as support for I See Stars on the Spin The Wheel Tour from late February through early April, joined by Until I Wake and Diamante . The Sound 228 contributing photographer Jonathan Galeano of Jgaleanofilms captured MOTHICA’s set at Delmar Hall in St. Louis, Missouri Thursday, April 2nd. MOTHICA’s musical style is described as “melancholy gloom pop” and “emo

Written by: Jennifer Touche Photo provided by band Set for the Fall is stepping into a new phase since we last covered them in the January 2026 issue of The Sound 228 . The band is now moving in a sharper direction and a more defined structure after their signing with Vere Records earlier this year. Their new single, "Never Again," dropped on March 27, with the official video set to release on April 3, a short run of dates alongside Ashes Remain and Steven Stanley already on

Written by: Kat Gullage Photos by Holly Borden / Holly Roy Photography Theatrical horror rockers GWAR (short for “Gwaaarrrgghhlllgh”) made a stop at the Webster in Hartford, Connecticut with King Parrot and Soulfly in tow Tuesday, March 24th, 2026. King Parrot brought their fusion of hardcore metal and punk all the way from Australia. This was my second time seeing them live. Caught em previously opening for the current Pantera line-up. Happy to report the crowd at this gig

Written by: Annie Schlottman So many bands run across my social media feeds lately, sometimes it’s hard to keep up. There is so much awesome music that resonates with me and gets added to my many playlists. One of the artists that caught my eye in 2025 was the Virginia four-piece metalcore band Gone Cold. I love their musical style, and I started following them as soon as I heard some of their songs. After releasing a six track EP called A Sign of Life in September 2025,

Written by: Annie Schlottman What word would someone use to describe Jimmy Wooten? The best one I can think of is “friend”. Jimmy was loved and known by many people. Not only was he the drummer of the band GEARS , but he was involved in many other aspects of the music industry and helped other artists achieve their dreams. Jimmy was one of those people who made a lasting impression on everyone who was lucky enough to know him. He touched many lives. Even people like my