Hollywood Vampires 'Raise The Dead' for US Tour kick off in Boston

August 2, 2023

Fresh off the heels of a massive European tour the Hollywood Vampires returned to the United States to complete their tour with a very small run of dates that kicked off with a SOLD OUT show at the Boch Center in Boston.

In the world of the rock there are few super groups in history that compare to the might of the Hollywood Vampires. At this point in their "career" the hybrid powerhouse band has put out two full length albums full of both stunning covers and heavy-infused original material. While the band may have only officially formed in the past decade it's talented cast of "vampires" are no stranger to the road as the group features a star studded main line up Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry & Tommy Henriksen - with an equally talented supporting cast behind them of Glen Sobel, Chris Wyse, & Buck Johnson.

As the clock marched on towards the band's arrival on stage you could sense the anticipation and excitement within the crowd as many had waited for this show for some time. For many, this would be their first time seeing this iconic group perform together, for many they were excited to see this powerhouse of a rock show once more and for everyone they were eager that the night was here at last after it was postponed from May to July to allow for Depp to recover from a hairline fraction in his foot. A massive presence of video cameras, warning signs that the night was being filmed for something and a gigantic camera crane took the crowd's fever to an even higher level as slowly they became aware the night was going to be truly something special for all involved.


As the lights flashed dark and the crowd screamed with a fever pitch they truly did manage to "Raise The Dead" as the band strutted out confidently on stage to kick night off with an original song from their discography before moving quickly into a stunning Alice Cooper cover if you can even call it that with him performing on it. Through out the night the many vampires on stage traded off the spotlight on vocal duties and even shared many of the iconic guitar solos along the way. The band's sprawling 19 song setlist was a rock n' roll master class that allowed them to split the spotlight between their own originals as the Hollywood Vampires, some covers they helped produce and a few covers they have been performing out of their love of the music.


The mainstay highlights included the closing run of Aerosmith songs from "Bright Light Fright" and "Walk This Way" that parlayed into a powerful closer with "School's Out" that had the crowd going wild. However along the way other moments shined brighter than the big hits of the set os Depp stole the spotlight for a hauntingly beautiful cover of "Heroes" that received a massive standing ovation. Depp also wowed the crowd with the band's cover of "People Who Died" that featured many of the band's fallen friends - Perry would later revisit this thread in touching tribute to Jeff Back that left the crowd stunned.


From start to finish the Hollywood Vampires showcased that while this is a side project for them all from their other success it is no joke and they demand to be taken seriously with the halls of rock fame. Combined on stage the band could easily fight for the title of most talent on the road for a single tour and yet all of them had smiles on their faces like this was their first tour, in their first band, fresh out of the garage. It may have been later than orginally planned but to no one's surprise the Hollywood Vampires rose and delivered for their fans in Boston.

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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.