The Revivalists Take Harrisburg 'Into the Stars' at the Forum

March 5, 2020
On March 4 The Revivalists became the latest of a string of contemporary alternative bands to hit the newly blossoming music market of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

This renaissance of incredible alternative performances has been spearheaded by Harrisburg University Presents. The birth of the city as an alternative market must play was not an overnight transformation however their commitment has paid off and as a result The Revivalists performed a packed house in the historic Forum Auditorium in the shadow of the capitol building in Harrisburg.


The standard theater seating was removed in the area surrounding the stage to allow for a proper Revivalists dance party to take place and the band’s impressive stage production looked stunning contrasted against the historic wooden stage. It may have been a Wednesday night on the calendar but once you stepped through the doors of the Forum it was the weekend as fans filled the hallways in search of drinks, merch and more in the minutes leading up to the band’s arrival on stage.


David Shaw led the full band of the Revivalists on to the stage just past 9:15 to an applauding crowd that was color washed in crimson LED lighting across the entire venue. After a few seconds the bands logo slowly illuminated behind them at the Forum and as the spotlights kicked on the crowd began to roar with approval for The Revivalists to start the show as the intro notes of “Criminal” began to be struck.


Shaw wasted no time connecting with the Harrisburg crowd as he grabbed his microphone from the center of stage and made his way from side to side as more lighting came to life behind him as the song progressed. By the end of the first track a massive production had burst to life and Shaw was hanging on the fans in the front row from side to side and down the thrust of the stage in the middle.


The Revivalists took Harrisburg on a wild set across their many full length albums and along the way they began to see why the city has become a must play for alternative tours. Whether it was the belting chorus of “Change,” the sing a long dance sections of “All Your Friends” or the amped up version of “You and I” the band fed off the crowd’s energy and gave it right back for them. Sha w spent every second he wasn’t playing guitar interacting with the crowd as he sprinted down the stage thrust to get closer to the most dedicated fans in the general admission pit.


Harrisburg showed up for The Revivalists and the band in turn return the favor with another memorable performance for the new market. The Forum was a beautiful venue that became even more enhanced by the talent that the band from to the stage and Harrisburg University Presents has continued a winning streak of successful events that rivals major markets across the country. The Revivalists truly did take Harrisburg ‘Into the Stars’ and hopefully they remember this new alternative market on every tour to come.

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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.