Venue: The Fillmore City: Charlotte, NC Dates: April 8, 2026 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Tax season is upon us, and I needed a distraction from all that it comes with. With that in mind, I found myself at The Fillmore in Charlotte to check out Cannons and co-headliner Bob Moses, who […]
Cross Eyed Lover release new video for Slow News Day Following on from the hugely successful single ‘Moving On” , Cross Eyed Lover have released their latest dose of rock ‘SLOW NEWS DAY’. The melodic rock song song will be an instant fan favourite with that driving beat Cross Eyed Lover fans have come to […]
Venue: Knight Theater City: Charlotte, NC Date: March 10, 2026 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) It is virtually impossible to review a magician’s performance without giving away the tricks and illusions as well as all the other flare involved in the show. It is crazy to contemplate writing a review of the […]
Venue: Carolina Theatre City: Charlotte, NC Dates: March 12, 2026 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) The Carolina Theatre in downtown Charlotte was new to me. Opener Jane Handcock was new to me. Headliner Leela James was FAR from being new to me. I still remember the first time I witnessed her live in […]
TICKET GIVEAWAY – GIRISH & THE CHRONICLES IN PERTH!! Metro City Perth will be hosting a huge night of Asian rock on Saturday, 28 March when one of South Asia’s fastest-rising hard rock acts, Girish and The Chronicles (GATC) bring the rock to town and 100% ROCK have two double passes to be won!! The […]
GIRISH & THE CHRONICLES TO HEADLINE PERTH SHOW Oz Dhun Live is bringing an international rock night to Metro City, Northbridge on 28 March, featuring one of South Asia’s fastest-rising hard rock acts, Girish and The Chronicles (GATC). The band has built a global reputation with their soaring vocals, classic hard-rock sound, and high-energy performances. […]
BATTLE BEAST’s MARINA LA TORRACA On Joining The Band and Touring Australia For The Very First Time When BATTLE BEAST announced the departure of their long‑standing vocalist Noora Louhimo, fans around the world braced for a major shift in the band’s identity. What followed was the beginning of a bold new chapter: the arrival of […]
ROSE CARLEO BAND – SON OF GOD SINGLE RELEASE Australian blues-based hard rock juggernaut Rose Carleo Band are set to ignite 2026 with the release of their long-awaited new single Son of God. Originally scheduled for mid-2025, the release was temporarily placed on hold as bandleader Rose Carleo captured national attention with her fearless, fire-breathing […]
FOO FIGHTERS (USA) ANNOUNCE AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND TAKE COVER STADIUM TOUR AUSTRALIA – NOVEMBER 2026. PERTH + NEW ZEALAND – JANUARY 2027 TICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY 25 FEBRUARY Frontier Touring is thrilled to announce that one of the biggest and most beloved rock bands of all time – Rock and Roll Hall of Fame […]
Venue: Ovens Auditorium City: Charlotte, NC Dates: February 5, 2026 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Was able to dial back the musical clock nearly 30 years and revisit some killer R&B from the mid 90’s when the Room 112 Tour rolled into Charlotte’s Ovens Auditorium. Making my way through the venue and […]
Venue: The Fillmore City: Charlotte, NC Dates: February 6, 2026 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) While I might attend a comedy show from time to time, it isn’t my norm and certainly not when it comes to photographing a show. Truth be told, Margaret Cho’s Choligarchy tour stop on a Friday night […]
Venue: The Fillmore City: Charlotte, NC Dates: January 17, 2026 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) First show of the year and I was pumped to see Nothing More in Charlotte, but little did I know how good this show was going to be. I missed the first opening act but made it […]
ED: With the sad news of Chuck Negron’s passing yesterday, I revisited this moment in time I had with Chuck when I was able to jump on a phone call with him and discuss his then new release Negron Generations. Rest easy Chuck… and thank you for the joy you brought to this world. According […]
Venue: Cain Center For The Arts City: Cornelius, NC Dates: December 20, 2025 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Every year, there is a little mystique around the final show I cover. There is always a little excitement looking forward to the calendar flip and the shows on the horizon as well as […]
LIVE: AC/DC with AMYL & THE SNIFFERS and SOUTHERN RIVER BAND – PERTH, 4 Dec 2025 Optus Stadium, Perth, Western Australia Reviewed by Shane Pinnegar Photography by Luke Baker Australia’s favourite and most successful export (and import) aren’t very Australian except via memories nowadays, but they’ll always hold a special place in our hearts having […]
Venue: Ovens Auditorium City: Charlotte, NC Dates: November 22, 2025 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Ventured out on a Saturday night with one thing on my mind… check out another new to me band that has been on my radar for a long time. Australia’s own Air Supply found themselves in Charlotte, […]
Venue: Amos’ Southend City: Charlotte, NC Dates: November 14, 2025 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) I found myself at another new venue with camera in hand to see an artist I covered at a small bar previously and to say this venue was better suited for Taylor Acorn is an understatement. Having […]
Venue: The Fillmore Charlotte City: Charlotte, NC Dates: November 9, 2025 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Love when I get to cover a show and check off another band I love and have wanted to see live as well as getting the opportunity to take some photographs. Mammoth rolled into Charlotte, and […]
LIVE: METALLICA with EVANESCENCE & SUICIDAL TENDENCIES – Perth, WA, 1st Nov 2025 Optus Stadium, Perth, Western Australia Photography by Stu McKay Metallica kicked off their first tour of Australia in twelve long years with an epic show which was nothing short of immense. Featuring six tracks from The Black Album, two from Ride The […]
Venue: Neighborhood Theatre City: Charlotte, NC Dates: October 6, 2025 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Made my way to Neighborhood Theatre to check out some great Blues and Southern-tinged rock courtesy of Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel. The crowd filled in early to catch opener Jamie Wyatt, whose music is as good […]
