"Geez, that was kind of fun, guys!" - a gentleman to the opening act right after their set. I feel like that statement represents Tuesday night at The Turf Club so perfectly. It was a Mardi Gras celebration- Minnesota style.... Continue Reading →
It was a wacky and wild weekend, what with Halloween and it being a "kids weekend" where my boyfriend's kids were with us. It was fun, but it was just too much, and by Sunday night, all I really wanted... Continue Reading →
Covering Riot Fest in Chicago last weekend was insane. I mean, come on, I got to photograph and see John Stamos playing with The Beach Boys, photographed Weird Al, and got to see Cobra Starship perform for the first time... Continue Reading →
There were a lot of shows going on on Saturday night, and I couldn't make up my mind about how I wanted to spend my night. Part of me just wanted to sit at home, order some crappy Mexican food,... Continue Reading →
I took a much-needed Friday and Saturday night off. It was weird, I won't lie. To be out with the masses on the town rather than at a concert with a camera hanging from my neck almost felt illegal, but... Continue Reading →
Live music transports you to different places. Sometimes it takes you to a dance party, other times to a smoky jazz club. Sometimes, it's to a different part of the world, and other times, it's into the seedy underbelly of... Continue Reading →
I love showing up to shows on a whim because you never know what you're going to get. Sure, I could look up the bands before I agree to cover them, but I firmly believe that a band can be... Continue Reading →
The Trilogy Tour at Xcel Energy Center featured Ricky Martin, Pitbull, and Enrique Iglesias, with rotating headliner sets. Ricky Martin stole the show with a heartfelt, captivating performance. Pitbull delivered an over-the-top, danceable show with moments of vulnerability. Despite initial doubts, Enrique Iglesias impressed with crowd interaction and a mature, romantic vibe. The concert provided an unexpectedly enjoyable pop music experience.
I'm both loving and hating getting out of my comfort zone this year. I love it because I'm experiencing brand-new things and seeing brand-new faces. It's exciting and has kept my passion for live music thriving this year when, in... Continue Reading →