Shinedown return to Pennsylvania with 'The Revolutions Live Tour'

April 12, 2023

For the third time in less than a calendar year Shinedown returned to Pennsylvania in support of their latest release 'Planet Zero.' The album has taken the band to new record setting heights on the rock radio charts and led to sold out shows across the world on 'The Revolutions Live Tour.'

The past 10 years of rock n' roll have belonged to Shinedown and truly no one else as the band has continued to dominate the charts and ticket sales for every tour they've hit the road with. Not only has the band outshined all of their peers in the genre they also gone on to sell well over 10 million records during the time, Shinedown has made history by moving even further into the #1 position on the Billboard Charts for Rock Artists with singles reaching the #1 position. On the day the band was set to perform for a packed house in Wilkes Barre, PA at the Mohegan Sun Arena they announced that their latest single "Dead Don't Die" had officially gone number one making it their 20th single to achieve the prestigous ranking. Shinedown are currently on the third leg of the 'The Revolution's Live Tour' and are showing no signs of slowing down as nearly every performance has been sold out or down to very limited tickets. There was really no denying that the release of 'Planet Zero' in 2022 was going to mark a huge milestone in the band's career but it truly has launched them even further than anyone could have imagined.

Shinedown has had the same revolutionary stage production out with them on the road since the beginning of the tour in 2022 - this leg saw the band update the pre-show video with tons of news clips of them both on and off stage from over the past year on the road. However the vibe quickly switched into show mode as an updated version of cryptic alien symbols took over the screen, an AI appeared and the Mohegan Sun Arena was taken from 2023 and transported to "Planet Zero." As they have all tour Shinedown emerged from behind their video wall but this year they mixed things up a bit as they kicked the show with a long time fan favorite "Diamond Eyes."

Through 19 songs Shinedown reminded the massive crowd exactly how they became the best and most important rock band of the century - their artistry and raw talent. The band has reached a point where they truly do have too many songs to choose from as so many songs translate well into their live show. While fans have some to expect certain mainstay songs in the list there is always a bit of unpredictably as to what songs the band might routine in and out which keeps each tour fresh for both them and the fans. The current 'Revolutions Live Tour' saw the band find a solid mix of commercial singles, fan favorites and stellar deep cuts that weren't on performed during the previous tours. One new addition to the setlist this time around was a stunning performance of "A Symptom of Being Human" that both showcased Brent Smith's incredible vocal range as well as provided an amazing moment as fans lit the arena with their lights and cell phones.


Through out the entire Brent Smith yet again delivered a masterful vocal performance alongside he performance partner in crime Zach Myers on guitar. The duo captivated the crowd as they spent a lot of time on the massive stage feeding off each other's energy. Smith made the rounds often back to Eric Bass on bass Barry Kerch back on drums as well through out the night. All the while Smith reminded the crowd exactly how they've gotten to the point in the career that they have 20 number one singles on the rock charts. It's been said before and with each passing hit and live performance it becomes clearer that Shinedown's fans are living in an era where they get to be a part of the history of what may go down as the best rock band of all time.


Shinedown has nothing left to prove at this point in their career and they haven't for awhile. Artistically their musically has never been stronger and the live performances have continued to grow more legendary with each tour as they have truly embraced their title "best rock band of all time." The craziest part about that is that they aren't done yet as they have entered the most creative and innovate era of their legacy. 'Planet Zero' took Shinedown to a whole new world of success, whatever is coming next may just take them to a whole new galaxy as the band certainly gets ready for the jump from arena's to stadiums in the near future. Shinedown continues to impress and the show at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania was just another line item in a historic career that has no end in sight.

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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.