Venue: SoundBoard at MotorCity Casino City: Detroit, MI Dates: August 29, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Sliding out from underneath the warm blanket of metal and rock n’ roll, I ventured to MotorCity Casino’s Sound Board Theater to check out a classic Soul & Funk staple from my youth… Shalamar. After a […]
According to a recent press release: “The Exies, formed in 1997 and named in homage to John Lennon’s shortened term for the 1960s art students in Hamburg that called themselves “the existentialists”, had a prosperous journey, peaking with 2003’s Inertia and 2004’s Head For The Door. Both albums were released by Virgin Records and combined, sold more than […]
Venue: Masonic Cathedral Theatre City: Detroit, MI Dates: August 11, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) To say I was excited to be seeing (and photographing) Idina Menzel once again would be an understatement. From the first time I heard her sing songs from Rent or Wicked, I was enamored with her […]
Venue: The Machine Shop City: Flint, MI Dates: August 9, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) I love The Machine Shop in Flint, MI… the vibe, the people, and the bands they get in the door. Another new band to my live show list, but one I have been familiar with for […]
Venue: Belknap Park City: Grand Rapids, MI Dates: July 19-20, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Another Michigan summer means another year at Belknap Park to celebrate the Uprising of metal fans as they venture to Grand Rapids for the fourth installment of Upheaval Festival. Both days were stacked with different metal bands […]
Venue: Lexington Village Theatre City: Lexington, MI Dates: July 11, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Jon Langston is out on the road and the road brought him once again to resort town Lexington, MI, and a stop at the Lexington Village Theatre. After a set from up-n-coming performer KayLyn Pace, the stage […]
Venue: The Machine Shop City: Flint, MI Dates: June 11, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) The Dead Daisies are back as good as ever with some new music, a couple new old members, and a handful of US dates on the calendar. One of those dates brought them back once again […]
Venue: Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort City: Mount Pleasant, MI Dates: June 7, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Venturing a couple hours across Michigan, I found myself at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mount Pleasant on a Friday night for what was to be another amazing show, but we will […]
Venue: The Machine Shop City: Flint, MI Dates: May 31, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Rock N Roll up-n-comers Plush are out on their first headlining tours and they brought their music, energy, and youthful approach to their craft to The Machine Shop in Flint, MI and I was lucky enough […]
Venue: The Underground City: Charlotte, NC Dates: May 22, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Another night in Charlotte NC on business, so I jumped at another band stopping at The Underground. Smash Into Pieces has a different sound, look, and overall vibe for a rock show, but the music is contagious. […]
Venue: The Underground City: Charlotte, NC Dates: May 20, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) While traveling for business, I always check around to see who I might be able to catch live in a different city and venue. The most recent trip brought me to Charlotte, NC and I was able to […]
Venue: Jannus Live City: St Petersburg, FL Dates: May 10, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) As I prepared to leave Florida for cooler summer climates, one final show was on the docket. I found myself at Jannus Live for an evening of shoegaze garage hardcore pop-punk. Kicking off the show was Chokecherry, […]
Venue: Ruth Eckerd Hall City: Clearwater, FL Dates: May 8, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Toto is one of those bands that I love to listen to. Whether its hits, rarities, or deep tracks, their music never disappoints (me at least). When I get the chance to see them live, I […]
According to a recent press release: “The Georgia Thunderbolts have announced their highly-anticipated sophomore album, Rise Above It All, set for release on August 23rd via Mascot Records. Featuring the quintet’s signature blend of Southern rock, blues, and heartfelt Americana, the 13-track album showcases the band’s ability to navigate a vast array of musical terrains, while also capturing the […]
WEST ROCKERS’ THE SOUTHERN RIVER BAND RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘VICE CITY III’ FOLLOWING SIGNING WITH COOKING VINYL AUSTRALIA. “Now this is a proper f***ing rock band” Justin Hawkins – The Darkness Exploding into view all over the world at the end of 2023 after being featured on every music lover’s favourite YouTube series ‘Justin Hawkins […]
According to a recent press release: “Michael Cartellone, drummer for the beloved rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, makes his Asheville, NC debut with an exhibit of his newest artwork. The exciting show takes place at the Philip DeAngelo Studio in Asheville’s iconic River Arts District. Adding to the excitement is a reception with the artists on […]
Venue: Jannus Live City: St Petersburg, FL Dates: April 25, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) Stepping outside my musical comfort zone, but still wanting to experience great music in a live situation, I found myself at Jannus Live in St Petersburg, FL anticipating a night of music that fuels the soul […]
According to a recent press release: “Renowned singer-songwriter and guitarist Quinn Sullivan has unveiled “Half My Heart,” the latest single from his emotionally charged album, Salvation out June 7th via Provogue / Mascot Label Group. This song stands out as a cornerstone of the album, capturing the essence of heartbreak and resilience in the wake […]
Venue: Crowbar Ybor City: Tampa, FL Dates: April 11, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) It’s not often I get to catch the first night of a tour, but a Thursday night in Tampa, FL presneted that opportunity when Taylor Acorn jumped into town to kick off the U.S. leg of her […]
Venue: Sound Board Theatre inside MotorCity Casino City: Detroit, MI Dates: March 28, 2024 Review and Photographs by: Todd “Toddstar” Jolicoeur (www.toddstarphotography.com) How do you appropriately kick off a holiday weekend visiting family? I stated mine rocking with a couple thousand of my rock n roll family at Detroit’s Sound Board Theatre with Lita Ford […]
