Just got back from a stint in Toronto, what did I do?
I’m going to try and keep this updated more! Promise!
I’ve been listening to Silverstein since High School, they’re just one of those bands that never gets old. They played Junctions on the 4th of October to a sold out all ages, and a ridiculously amazing 19+ crowd. Lead singer, Shane Told, has to be one of the nicest guys I’ve met in recent years. Completely fantastic to spend the day with these guy – all of which were insanely great (including their techs Sean & Kevin!) Two insane shows, less than 24 hours, no sleep always makes for ridiculous stories! I spent the day shooting, driving the guys around and ‘havin’ a time’. Not to mention Shane was a little smitten with the name of my hometown, haha. If for some reason you’ve been living under a rock and haven’t heard of them, check them out at http://www.myspace.com/silverstein
I always love running into these guys, they’re in this game for the love of music – and it really shows. Yet another packed show here on the rock, and fresh off the heels of an album release, two Canadian tours, a European tour and an Australian tour. Taking a few months off, Class is planning on working on his next album. Check them out online at http://www.myspace.com/hiphopclassified
It takes me weeks to get over how much I miss these guys when they/I go home. This time is no exception. http://www.myspace.com/crashparallel
Nothing like wandering downtown with a strobe, umbrella, my camera and a bunch of lovely men. That’s how most of my shoots are, who needs one location when you can have as many as you want! I was contacted by Overlay for a few promos and live shots a little while ago and we finally got out to do them, stopping traffic and making friends in the process.
http://www.myspace.com/overlaysite
“Overlay combines unadulterated rock and roll with high energy riffs for a climatic filled delivery of fun, yet sinister, music.
The band has an impressive catalogue of material and continues to develop new music, with plans to record a full length album in the early fall of 2009.
Overlay plays, plays and then plays some more to enhance the delivery of their sound – appreciated most at their often epic live performances.
Their debut EP, “Kick the Habit”, was recorded in the hills of St. John’s, Newfoundland at Black Cat Studios, and was mixed and engineered by Steve Colbourne.”
Wedding season has hit, so my concert blog has taken a hit! If you wanna check out my shots from Warped Tour (plus my interview with Anti-Flag’s Justin Sane) and Blue Rodeo check them out here!
Warped Tour:
http://www.livenloudmagazine.com/magazine.php?id=614
Justin Sane Interview:
http://www.livenloudmagazine.com/magazine.php?id=613
Blue Rodeo:
http://livenloudmagazine.com/photos.php?groupe=299&album=410&letter=
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Shut up, I know I’ve slacked. In my defense it IS wedding season, and I kicked off my first and really, only wedding season with a massive bang. Eight days. Four Weddings.
Chew on these shots from Edgefest, while I prepare you for the rest.
For all the photos from Edgefest click on the band name below:
Metric
The Midway State
Alexisonfire
Moneen
Cancer Bats
AFI
Billy Talent
What would a festival be without the fans that attend? Luckily this was basically Woodstock ‘94 re-created in terms of muddy fun.
Well good morning! I arrived in toronto safe and sound, very lovely but extremely boring flight on sunwing, great service… shitty entertainment.
Tonight I’ll be at the Kool Haus shooting Peace Dot Love Festival (www.peacedotlove.com) and if you’re in the area you should check it out. Great bands including Stereos and Down with webster. Big schedual of plans the entire time I’m up here, I can’t wait to get the shots done and update you!
This thursday I’ll be in Toronto and I’ll be checking out the Peace Dot Love Festival featuring: Stereos, U.S.S, Down With Webster and a TON more bands!
http://www.peacedotlove.com
Then the 2009 Edgefest Saturday, June 20th
http://www.edge.ca/ConcertsandEvents/Edgefest/ArtistLineUp.aspx
I hope to see you all at these events!! Expect updates, and follow me on twitter @frontrowlady (caution, it’s half a personal twitter, so keep that in mind)
