Melvins Pappy and Harriet's Pioneertown Palace, Palm Desert March 7, 2025 Photos by Raymond Ahner Blasting up and down the California West Coast, the Melvins just wrapped up a quick
For fans of Nine Inch Nails, the Self Destruct Tour has gained notoriety as the band's most infamous tour. Running from 1994 through 1996 in support of the band's second
Cavalera Great American Music Hall February 24, 2025 Photographs by Raymond Ahner Late last year Cavalera announced the 30 date "Third World Trilogy Tour," which sees brothers Max and Iggor
Amyl and the Sniffers. Kneecap. IDLES. Missing these artists early on are some of my biggest regrets when it comes to concert attendance. And all three of them played modest
Howard Jones and ABC Masonic Auditorium Feb 6, 2025 Photos by Raymond Ahner A double dose of British synth pop was the order of the day at the Masonic Auditorium
Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe Ace of Spades, Sacramento January 24, 2025 Photos by Paul Piazza Saxophone legend Karl Denson breezed into Sacramento with Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe (KDTU), and not
Death From Above 1979 The Regency Ballroom January 23, 2025 Photos by Miikka Skaffari Legendary Canadian rock duo Death From Above 1979 came to the Regency Ballroom on a recent
In January 2016, David Bowie released what would be his final album, Blackstar, two days before his death. Recorded in secret the previous year, it saw the legendary musician working
Welcome to the February 2025 edition of, Goth Me Up, Fam! Below are select events we think you'll especially enjoy, followed by a roundup of all the notable live events
Thee Sacred Souls Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Wheatland January 19, 2025 Photos by Paul Piazza Thee Sacred Souls recently played a sold-out show at the Hard Rock Hotel &
Frank Black The Fillmore Auditorium January 16, 2025 Photos by Raymond Ahner When Pixies frontman Frank Black announced that he would commemorate the 30th anniversary of his second solo album
Thievery Corporation Ace of Spades, Sacramento December 22, 2024 Photos by Paul Piazza Thievery Corporation played their final show of 2024 recently at Sacramento’s Ace of Spades. The group, began
Kerry King The Regency Ballroom January 15, 2025 Photos by Raymond Ahner On a Wednesday night at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco, Kerry King’s solo band played their first-ever
Pillowprince, Perhapsy, Mary Claire, and Suver formed a stacked bill of exceptional local talent that kicked off the 21st anniversary free show series at acclaimed San Francisco institution, Rickshaw Stop,
Imagine a live performance where funk, jazz, rock, and psychedelia swirl together into a kaleidoscopic sonic adventure. That’s the magic of Dogs in a Pile, an electrifying quintet from Asbury
Brainiac, the electro punks from Dayton, Ohio, are making their return to the San Francisco bay area after not visiting for nearly 30 years! The untimely passing of frontman and
The air is thick with intensity when Lana Del Rabies steps into the room - or rather, into your headphones. Known for her visceral blend of industrial, gothic noise, and
Samantha Fish Center for the Arts, Grass Valley December 13, 2024 The Fillmore, San Francisco December 16, 2024 Photos by Paul Piazza Blues sensation Samantha Fish recently barnstormed through Northern
Death Angel Great American Music Hall December 16, 2024 Photos by Raymond Ahner Holiday traditions are what make this time of year special. We look forward to re-connecting with family
Few bands embody timeless grooves and unmistakable soul like Tower of Power. For over fifty years, the East Bay legends have delivered their signature funk, horn-driven energy, and sheer musical