Sleeping With Sirens' SOLD OUT return to Reading on the 'Family Trees Tour'

May 25, 2023

Fresh off the release of their newest album, 'Full Collapse,' Sleeping With Sirens returned to Pennsylvania for an intimate SOLD OUT performance at Reverb in Reading.

Long known as a touring mainstay and approaching legendary status within the scene at this point in their career - Sleeping With Sirens are currently on the road on what they've called the 'Family Tree Tour' named for one of the many excellent songs off their recent released. Although the line up may be a bit different than when the band burst onto the scene in 2010 it has been relatively consistent since 2020 with the band releasing 2 of their best albums with this current group. Frontman Kellin Quinn has led the band through highs and lows throughout their decade plus career with dozens of tours, festivals & more but nothing compares to the revival of the scene that took place through (and after) the pandemic. Sleeping With Sirens were never truly gone so it's hard to say they are "back" but it safe to say they better than ever as they've found new energy within their material and their fans have helped sell out multiple tours in a row now.

Across 15 songs Kellin Quinn and Sleeping With Sirens delivered a flawless career-spanning set that had the crowd moshing and crowd surfing from start to finish. The band wasted no time getting the night started strong as they walked on stage to a burst of illuminated LED lights and a video wall with their logo brightly displayed. Suddenly the crowd lurched forward as Kellin Quinn shouted hello and the band kicked off the opening riffs of "Tally It Up: Settle the Score" that instantly resulted in crowd surfers coming over the barricade. All night the crowd gave Sleeping With Sirens 250% of their energy as they moshed, screamed, sang, danced and crowd surfed like the show was the last one they'd ever be at. Reverb in Reading is easily the smallest venue the band is playing this tour and this intimate show gave the band's fans a chance to be closer than ever to their favorite group.


Through out the night Kellin Quinn strutted across the stage and made sure to high five as many fans as he could while security was doing their best to contain the ocean of surfers coming over. A few well placed acoustic songs gave the band, the crowd and security a second to catch their breathe but things quickly picked back up at the end of the set. The notable highlights of the set came as a surprise as many would have expected to be some of the band's more notable work like "If You Can't Hang" or their cover of "Iris" when in fact it ended up being the majority of their new songs. Quinn did belt out perfect vocals on the old songs however but there was a different energy and vigor amongst all of the guys during the choruses of "Talking to Myself" and even more noticeably on songs like "Bloody Knuckles" and "Crosses."


As the night came to a close and the final crowd surfers made their way across the barricade fans began to file towards the exits very much aware of how special of a night this sold out show in Reading. PA was. Sleeping With Sirens have played venues 2x and 3x larger through out this entire tour and Reverb was treated to a stunning performance on a Tuesday night from one of the best band's in the scene. These shows don't happen very often but when they do they are the ones that people talk about for years to come. Will Sleeping With Sirens be back to Reverb? We sure hope so because Reading, PA will be there to turn up for them and give it all even if it is a school night for many.

Article Written By:

Matt Christine

The All-American Rejects kick off a new era at Parx Casino in Bensalem

By Matt Christine • April 1, 2025
On March 29, The All-American Rejects brought a whirlwind of nostalgia, energy, and surprise to the Xcite Center at Parx Casino in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. With the crowd already buzzing, the band made their entrance to the iconic "Gonna Fly Now" from Rocky, setting the tone for a night that would blend theatrical flair with heartfelt musicianship. Tyson Ritter and crew wasted no time launching into “Dirty Little Secret,” immediately turning the venue into a singalong haven for fans of all ages. The evening’s setlist was a well-balanced mix of crowd favorites and deep cuts, keeping both longtime fans and newer listeners on their toes. From upbeat anthems like “Fallin’ Apart” and “Beekeeper’s Daughter” to early classics like “My Paper Heart,” the band showcased their full range. But one of the night’s most emotional moments came from an unexpected fan request: an acoustic, acapella performance of “Heartbeat Slowing Down.” Tyson delivered the first verse and chorus with just his voice and a dim spotlight—his first time performing the song live since 2013. The crowd, stunned into silence, erupted with cheers at the final note. Throughout the show, Tyson Ritter kept the mood light with his signature irreverent humor. He poked fun at the convention center-style room, joking, about what other events were hosted in the room including a furry convention before launching into a riff about Parx Casino’s not-so-subtle encouragement to gamble. “They want you to leave this show... and immediately hit the slots. Don’t let them down!” he quipped, drawing laughs from every corner of the venue. That excitement rolled perfectly into a performance of their brand-new single “Sandbox,” which blended the band’s classic melodic hooks with a fresh, heavier indie-pop edge that had fans filming the moment for social media. One particularly fun surprise came when Tyson improvised a short, comedic song inspired by fans in the front row called “Chrysanthemum.” The details of this moment will be left behind lock and key for anyone not at the concert but just know it was one of the most obscene moments of the set and was a perfect way for the band to launch into "Sweat" after the moment wrapped up. The band also took time to acknowledge their recent appearance at Jonas Con, where they teased their upcoming role as special guests on the Jonas Brothers’ 20th Anniversary Summer Tour. The crowd cheered at the announcement, and Tyson grinned, saying, “We’ve officially joined the Jonas extended universe.” As the show neared its finale, The All-American Rejects rolled out a trifecta of hits—“Swing, Swing,” “It Ends Tonight,” and “Move Along”—each met with raucous applause and heartfelt singalongs. The encore, naturally, closed with “Gives You Hell,” sending the audience out into the casino with their voices hoarse and spirits high. Fans could be heard raving as they exited, calling it “everything I could have hoped for” and praising both the band and the intimate, high-energy setting. In the end, The All-American Rejects proved that they’re far from just a nostalgia act. With clever banter, emotional surprises, a killer setlist, and a brand-new single to boot, their performance at Parx Casino was a reminder that great bands don’t just survive the decades—they evolve, engage, and keep giving fans reasons to fall in love all over again.

Bishop Briggs hits Union Transfer for the "Tell Me Therapist I'm Fine" Tour

By Matt Christine • March 30, 2025
Bishop Briggs brought an electrifying storm to Philadelphia’s Union Transfer on the second-to-last stop of her “Tell My Therapist I’m Fine” tour—and if the title wasn’t already dripping in irony, her explosive set made it perfectly clear. Kicking off with “My Serotonin,” she transformed the venue into a cathartic dance party-meets-emotional bootcamp. It felt less like a concert and more like cracking open someone’s diary set to a thunderous bassline. From the jump, Briggs’ stage presence was nothing short of kinetic. She didn’t just command the stage—she treated it like an Olympic track, sprinting, leaping, and tearing across every corner without missing a note. During “Dark Side,” her energy swelled with the song’s intensity, delivering a performance that was equal parts spiritual purge and high-voltage rock ritual. “Woman Is King” arrived like a crown drop. Her voice soared, the crowd erupted, and in that moment, the track became less of a song and more of a statement—powerful, fearless, and unapologetically loud. It was the kind of performance that made you want to run through a wall or at least buy a leather jacket. The new single generated one of the best reactions from the crowd all night long and Briggs flashed more than one of her signature smiles from on stage during the emotional performance of the new track. Briggs didn’t just play a show—she led an emotional endurance test across 20 songs, and Philadelphia was more than willing to sweat it out with her from start to finish in this historic venue. If this was her version of therapy, then the rest of us were gladly booked in as co-patients.

Spencer Sutherland brings the "DRAMA" to Philadelphia at the Foundry

By Matt Christine • March 24, 2025
Spencer Sutherland lit up The Foundry in Philadelphia on March 20 with a headlining set that blended pop, soul, and showmanship in all the right ways. From the moment he hit the stage, his charisma was undeniable—commanding the crowd with powerful vocals and effortless swagger. Fans sang every word back to him, creating a room-wide chorus that felt more like a celebration than a concert. With emotional ballads, high-energy bangers, and a few unexpected twists, Sutherland proved he's not just riding momentum—he’s building a movement.