Greta Van Fleet ascend to the top with the 'Dreams in Gold Tour'

October 4, 2022

After their historic and unprecedented explosion into the rock world in 2017, Greta Van Fleet have finally achieved their grandiose vision of of bringing back the "golden era" of rock n' roll revelry to a new generation with the "Dreams in Gold Tour."

From their first EP to their latest album Greta Van Fleet have collectively turned heads and ruffled feathers within the rock world as their music captivated a new generation while simultaneously giving fueled to keyboard warriors across the internet. The band remained stead fast with their creative vision and the dedication to their art rewarded them with some of the most passionate fans in the rock world. Together the band and their fans continued to prove the nay sayers wrong as show after show and soon tour after tour sold out as they climbed to the top. Greta Van Fleet have captured a fan base in just a few short years that many bands struggle to achieve in their entire career all made possible by their continued focus on creating music that both they (and their fans) wanted the most. The "Dreams in Gold Tour" at the PPL Center in Allentown, PA was a celebration, a gathering and an experience - made possible not only by the band's performance but the crowd's dedication to the night from start to finish.

Fans began lining up as early as a full day and a half before the concert - camping out over night even when another show was taking place in the PPL Center the night before. By the time the band was set to take the stage at 9PM the crowd's anticipation had grown into a fever pitch. A massive banner was sprawled across the front of the stage during set change full of illustrative logos from the band's most recent album - it also served to cover up the incredible stage production for a massive reveal.


Across a nearly two hour set Greta Van Fleet took the packed arena on a musical journey through not only time but their every growing discography from their young but accomplished career. The band has long been known for their ability to transform their songs from the studio into masterpieces live as lead singer Josh Kiszka shined brightly on every song during the set. His incredible vocal range coupled with the sometimes improvised guitar riffs from Jake Kiszka and powerful bass lines from Sammy Kiszka made for an incredible front line rock performance - but behind them all Danny Wagner was the glue that kept the show together from behind his drum kit.


Through out the show it was impossible to not get caught up in the excitement both on and off the stage. As the night progressed the band made sure to have many iconic interactions with fans across the barricade including even doing a few shots towards the end of the night. While there was no denying that it was 2022 and a simple glance at the cell phones in the crowd confirmed that most of the evening felt like a rock show from a bygone era. Fans sang the words to every songs, danced when the time came and roared for every solo the band gave them during the night. You would be hard pressed to find a better show in rock right now and that is why Greta Van Fleet catapulted from the club circuit after just one tour and straight into the arenas they belong in. Their show, now fully executed, was massive with pyro, gigantic lighting rigs and more that only added to their larger than life rockstar status.


It is hard to say where Greta Van Fleet will be in 5 years as they've risen so quickly in less time than that - one thing is for certain is that they are going to keep climbing the mountain they are on. What's left for them? Stadiums? Multiple date performances in cities? Week long residencies? Only time will tell and we should all now by now that Greta Van Fleet will change the history of rock with whatever comes next for them.

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Matt Christine

Trivium and Jinjer bring the 'Ascend Above The Ashes Tour' to Lancaster

By Matt Christine • November 14, 2025
Trivium is back on the road in 2025 — and this time, they’ve brought Jinjer along for a blistering run across the U.S. on the “Ascend Above The Ashes Tour.” Over the last four years, the rock and metal world has seen a wild expansion of dream-team co-headlining and powerful support on tours, the kind fans never thought they’d see outside of wish lists. Rising metal powerhouse Jinjer has been in the international spotlight ever since they were forced to exit Slipknot’s 2022 tour to return home and support Ukraine’s war efforts. In the years since, they’ve become global ambassadors for both their country and the metal community. And even as the supporting act on this tour, the band was greeted by a massive turnout and a stage setup that matched their well-earned status in the scene. Their addition on this tour with Trivium was a match made in heaven (or hell) and a perfect compliment sonically. The band's 9 song setlist got the mosh pit moving and crowd surfers flowing ahead of the main event that evening. It may have been a Wednesday night , but you wouldn’t have known it based on the crowd’s energy leading up to Trivium’s 9:50 p.m. arrival. Pennsylvania showed once again why it has a reputation as one of the weirdest and yet strongest markets in the country for rock and metal. When the band’s massive stage slowly illuminated to reveal a dramatic backdrop, Trivium launched into their set with explosive force as strobes burst to blinding effects all around them. Trivium's 14 song set was a blistering pace of their greatest hits and new material that left little time for the band to chat with the crowd as they moved quickly from song to song. Frontman Matt Heafy nearly blended into the elaborate backdrop thanks to a jacket patterned almost identically, but he was impossible to miss as he tore across the stage from mic to mic, shredding through one technical assault after another. Much like Jinjer’s opening performance, Trivium delivered a razor-sharp, 80-minute set that pulled from across their expansive catalog. From the first crushing riff to the final crack of the snare, they gave Lancaster everything they had — and the packed pit gave it right back. Opening nights can often feel unpredictable, but Lancaster showed up ready, proving once again that this city doesn’t just attend shows — it sets the bar. If the rest of the “Ascend Above Ashes Tour” follows this lead, Trivium and Jinjer are in for one unforgettable run.

Taylor Acorn returns home to Pennsylvania at the Archer Music Hall

By Matt Christine • November 12, 2025
Taylor Acorn’s return to Pennsylvania to the Arrow at the Archer Music Hall in Allentown was a homecoming a long time coming after a massive year of touring and festival appearances. Just a few weeks after performing at the When We Were Young Festival in Las Vegas - and fresh off wrapping The Summer School Tour - Taylor Acorn returned to Pennsylvania with clear momentum behind her. Touring in support of her newly released LP, she arrived at The Arrow at the Archer in Allentown with a setlist shaped around this new chapter of her sound. The fresh material wasn’t just sprinkled into the night; it was the thread that held the entire show together. And while Acorn hasn’t forgotten her roots in the pop-punk world, it’s obvious that these newer songs give her a wider lane to move in and let her shine bright onstage. The Arrow itself proved to be an ideal setting. The room was full but comfortable, with that sweet spot where you can feel the crowd’s energy without fighting for space. Warm lighting and a clear sightline from almost anywhere in the venue helped create a sense of connection the moment Acorn stepped out. It didn’t take long for the entire place to settle into a rhythm—heads nodding, hands in the air, and plenty of voices shouting back the lines they knew. Between songs, Acorn kept the energy light and the banter genuine. She shared quick stories, poked fun at herself, and made it clear she appreciated being back in her home state. Nothing dragged, nothing felt overly rehearsed—it all stayed grounded in the good-natured vibe that filled the room. By the end of the night, The Arrow at the Archer felt less like a tour stop and more like a celebration of where Acorn is right now: an artist still rooted in the scene that raised her, but growing fast and sounding sharper than ever. The crowd felt it, the room carried it, and Acorn made sure everyone left buzzing. A strong show, a great space, and the kind of night that makes you want to catch her again before the tour moves on.

Kaleo bring the 'Mixed Emotions Tour' to from Iceland to Allentown

By Matt Christine • September 19, 2025
On September 16, 2025, Icelandic rockers KALEO brought their Mixed Emotions Tour to Allentown’s Archer Music Hall, with Quarters of Change and Júníus Meyvant on the bill.