ToddStar - that's me... just a rocking accountant who had dreams of being a rock star. I get to do the next best thing to rocking the globe - I get to take pictures of the lucky ones that do. I love to shoot all genres of music and different types of performers. If it is related to music, I love to photograph it. I get to shoot and hang with not only some of my friends and idols, but some of the coolest people around today.
According to a recent press release: “Atlanta-based hard rock band PISTOLS AT DAWN announced they will be hitting the road this fall with Moon Fever on the Ready, Set, F’ing Rock Tour sponsored by Show4Me.com and TKO. The tour will kick off October 26th in Nashville, TN at The Eight Room. When rules break, rock ‘n’ roll moves forward. Standing at a crossroads between 21st century attitude and old school […]
Venue: Exit/In City: Nashville, TN Date: November 7, 2023 Review and Photographs by: Jacob Smith (www.jhs-photo.com) Bringing their love of rock and roll and fast food full-tilt; Mac Sabbath hit the stage at Exit/In in Nashville, TN on Tuesday Nov 7th to a packed house. They didn’t waste time getting into their stage antics and were […]
According to a recent press release: “Bear Ghost is an Adventure Rock band from Phoenix, AZ that fuses intricate musicianship, melodies and song structure to deliver a one of a kind sound. With the release of the band’s first full length album entitled “Blasterpiece”, the Phoenix market took notice. Over the years Bear Ghost has enjoyed […]
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse City: Indianapolis, IN Date: November 7, 2023 Review and Photographs by: Jeffrey Everett (http://www.jeffrey-everett.com) Pop icon P!nk brought her TRUSTFALL Tour to a sold out Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Tuesday night. She made a stellar entrance with “Get the Party Started” as she bungee jumped from the rafters. She continued her acrobatics then took the stage […]
Label: Sharptone Records Release Date: November 10, 2023 Rating: 89% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur One cannot live on hard rock and metal alone. At least I can’t. I dig a lot of different music mixed into my day and shuffle that constantly runs in the background of my daily life. The latest from Broadside is […]
Label: Foghat Records Release Date: November 10, 2023 Rating: 90% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur Some legends never seem to die and Foghat is one such legend. Doing what they do best – playing and recording some of the best blues out there today – founder Roger Earl and crew have crafted a disc full of […]
Venue: Ryman Auditorium City: Nashville, TN Date: October 31, 2023 Review and Photographs by: Jacob Smith (www.jhs-photo.com) This performance was the culmination of a 20-year break and reunion. This was Les Claypool of everything from Primus to Delirium. They are all eclectically amazing. This show was what you would expect. Perfection in sonic brilliance. Claypool’s own […]
Venue: The Fillmore Philadelphia City: Philadelphia, PA Date: October 30, 2023 Review and Photographs by: Mackenzie Knox (https://www.mknoxmedia.com/) The concertgoers at the Fillmore in Philadelphia on Monday night were in for a real treat as the pop/rock band Boys Like Girls took the stage. The band played many of their classic hit songs from their 2006 debut […]
According to a recent press release: “Pristine new Finnish band Graven Sin stomp proudly on the shoulders of giants with their ravishing debut album, Veil of The Gods. Immaculate Heavy Metal, expertly delivered with stunning finesse and elegant Doom perfection, Veil of The Gods is a classic in the making. Rarely has a new band sounded so timeless, serving up […]
According to a recent press release: “Get ready to embark on a musical adventure like no other with Late Night Trouble’s Candyland. Fusing elements of rock, pop, and alternative vibes, their latest offering showcases an infectious blend of fun, catchy tunes that are set to captivate audiences worldwide and leave fans craving more. Hailing from Canada, Late Night […]
According to a recent press release: “Covering [Iggy Pop’s] ‘Lust for Life’ felt like a way to say thanks to this city, even as we continue to make ourselves more at home here,” says frontwoman / guitarist Hayley Cain of melodic punk band Hayley and the Crushers about their cover of the song (out today: […]
![MUSIC REVIEW: LUNA AURA – The Fiction [EP]](https://i0.wp.com/100percentrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/yahHa-iQ.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 "MUSIC REVIEW: LUNA AURA – The Fiction [EP]")
Label: 3Cheers (Independent) Release Date: September 14, 2023 Rating: 86% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur Luna Aura dropped a cool EP mid September and these five tracks give us a cool glimpse into her artistry as well as her influences. Disc opener “Money Bag” has a sweet garage band sound wrapped around her fuzzed guitar sound […]
Label: Silver Lining Music Release Date: September 1, 2023 Rating: 100% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur I love it when I listen to a band new to me and it strikes a chord. The latest offering from Soen did exactly that. This 10-track collection of tracks are powerful rockers that run the gamut of sounds and […]
According to a recent press release: “Growing up in Los Angeles, Devon Thompson was an outsider and a lone wolf of sorts. Bullied and criticized as a kid for being an artist, overcoming these judgments helped guide her into being a stronger and more creative artist. In an effort to spare her the childhood cruelty, […]
![MUSIC REVIEW: SEVENTH CRYSTAL – Infinity [EP]](https://i0.wp.com/100percentrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/148986.jpg?resize=300%2C200&ssl=1 "MUSIC REVIEW: SEVENTH CRYSTAL – Infinity [EP]")
Label: Frontiers Music s.r.l. Release Date: November 3, 2023 Rating: 85% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur Melodic rock is always a sweet spot for me, and the latest from Seventh Crystal is no different. This EP gives us enough ear candy to keep us happy until the next EP or album of material. Title track and […]
Label: Fantasy Records Release Date: October 27, 2023 Rating: 90% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur Isn’t Taking Back Sunday one of those bands my son listened to in the early 2000’s? I seem to recall buying him CDs and even taking him to a concert or two. So why am I reviewing them now? Because they […]
According to a recent press release: “Mustangs of the West, the trailblazing all-female country quintet, is thrilled to announce the release of their highly anticipated album Down at the Palomino, out today via KZZ Music/Blue Élan Records. Building on the resounding success of their critically acclaimed album Sea of Heartbreak, the group is set to once again dazzle audiences with their soul-stirring sound. Full of rich harmonies and deep musicianship, Down at the Palomino’s twelve songs of California Country and Americana showcase expert […]
Regarding his latest single, Beau Nair had this to say: “Freakin’ Sweet” reflects on my appreciation for both women and classic cars as well as the similarities between them. When it comes right down to it, I look fantastic inside them and can comfortably fit, a win-win for all involved! As to bucket seats, they are […]
According to a recent press release: “Dark Remedy is a formidable force in the world of melodic hard rock, delivering powerful and impactful music that resonates with audiences. The band was conceived amidst the chaos of the burgeoning COVID-19 pandemic by the talented songwriting duo of Vocalist / Lead Guitarist Steven Miller and Rhythm Guitarist/Vocalist Cary Parsons […]
Label: Double Helix Records Release Date: October 19, 2023 Rating: 88% Reviewer: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur I have to be 100% honest… Survival Guide is nothing that has ever hit my radar, but I will say I am glad I took this disc for a few spins, as it’s ethereal rock vibe wrapped in a poppish […]
