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Show Review: Tennis, Lyons – Asbury Lanes
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Feature: Download Festival – 10 Bands You Should Have Seen
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Album Review – Sevendust – All I See Is War
Sevendust recently released their twelfth studio album, All I See Is War. The band has impressively been around for almost a quarter of a century - next year, they’ll be celebrating 25 years. … [Read more...] about Album Review – Sevendust – All I See Is War
Album Review: The Wonder Years – Sister Cities
Known for representing their Philadelphia roots and addressing hometown pride, The Wonder Years have taken a mature creative approach with their sixth studio album. Sister Cities represents a more … [Read more...] about Album Review: The Wonder Years – Sister Cities
Photos: Dropkick Murphys, Flogging Molly – Armory
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Feature Story: Slam Dunk Festival 2018
It’s been a long time coming but finally, Emo Nite LA arrived in the UK, and what better occasion than for the Slam Dunk South Pre-Party. A small line formed outside the O2 Arena just before doors … [Read more...] about Feature Story: Slam Dunk Festival 2018