Machine Gun Kelly defies expectations on the SOLD OUT 'Mainstream Sellout' Tour

June 28, 2022

On the night before the release of his documentary "Life in Park" on Hulu, Machine Gun Kelly headlined Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, New Jersey for yet another massive sold out show on the 'Mainstream Sellout' Tour.

Machine Gun Kelly's rise to the top of the touring and billboard charts has been nothing short of meteoric and the already polarizing musician attracted a lot of attention during his pop-punk revival journey. MGK has become an icon with the pop punk scene leading the revival of the genre from the release of 'Tickets to My Downfall' in 2021 and recent follow up album release of 'Mainstream Sellout.' The explosion in popularity has also brought unwarranted negative attention to the musician as fellow artists and countless individuals across social media have lashed out at the singer's new career path. MGK remained steadfast though with the art he has been creating and even addressed some of the "drama" within songs on his most recent release - most importantly MGK's fans have remained as loyal as always supporting this "pink" era for the singer with record album sales and ticket sales for concerts.

The 32 year old rap turned rocker is no stranger to touring and his creativity extends being the songs with the 'Mainstream Sellout' Tour. From the production to the setlist and even the extremely curated merchandise being offered MGK has crafted an artistic experience for fans from the minute they enter the venue for the show. Across 90 minutes Machine Gun Kelly took the sold out crowd at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on a 27 song journey that focused heavily on the pop-punk genre he revived but also stayed true to his roots with a few of his biggest rap songs in the mix.


The set was a dramatic story of the past fews years in the life of Machine Gun Kelly that saw him start the show by breaking free from his "box" before taking the stage via pink helicopter - this was just the beginning of the story. MGK ran through song after song that had the crowd off their feet either singing or rapping along to every verse. The crowd's nonstop participation left MGK emotional on a few occasions and he was quick to constantly thank the crowd for their support of the years during the show numerous times. Without spoiling too much of the narrative Machine Gun Kelly has woven into the set fans will be familiar with a lot of the stories he presents within the framing of the setlist as he fights a giant "internet" robot that invades the stage. While MGK framed the message of not letting the internet (or anyone) limit what you want to do with his story he did a great job at making that message relatable to the sold out crowd as well - all while blending the songs of 'Mainstream Sellout' and 'Tickets to My Downfall' into it.


Machine Gun Kelly remains aware of the pop-punk legacy that inspired his two colossal albums and the influence of Travis Barker, Blink-182 and so many more can be felt within the stage design despite it remaining distinctly MGK in style. The 'Mainstream Sellout' Tour is without a doubt one of the must see tours of the summer and fall with Machine Gun Kelly reigning supreme at the top of creative food pyramid right now. In a span of 3 years MGK has not only revived in an entire genre and taken it to new heights but has become a cultural icon in the process. The SOLD OUT show in Camden was just another milestone in his career - one thing is for sure NONE of us no one what Machine Gun Kelly has in store for us next and that is exactly what makes him the generational artist he is.

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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.