It’s a rainy Thursday night for my first concert since the COVID-19 pandemic began. According to some of the more frequent concert-goers I spoke with, despite the vaccine rollout and eased restrictions, show attendance has not returned to its normal, pre-pandemic state. This was certainly the case in this instance, with a crowd of maybe … Continue reading (Concert Therapy Reviews): COMBICHRIST Live at The Annex in Madison, Wisconsin (
We Nerd Out Vol. 133: Getting To Know Ian Storck of 3 COUNT PHOTO
Editor's Note: We are having a series where you, the reader, get to know our contributors. While Madness To Creation is their side hustle, get to personally know our contributors in our "Getting To Know" series. Here we have Illinois based photographer Ian Storck, who is also the owner of 3 Count Photography. Fans can … Continue reading We Nerd Out Vol. 133: Getting To Know Ian Storck of 3 COUNT PHOTO
(Concert Review) ALTER BRIDGE with CLINT LOWERY live at The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois (2/14/2020)
It was a chilly Valentine's Day evening in Belvidere, Illinois as Alter Bridge's Walk the Sky 2020 tour came through. Both couples and groups of singles made it their destination for the holiday evening, as the balcony was completely sold out, and with very little room to spare in the standing room only general admission … Continue reading (Concert Review) ALTER BRIDGE with CLINT LOWERY live at The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois (2/14/2020)
(Concert Review) KORN & BREAKING BENJAMIN Live at BMO Harris Bank Center in Rockford, Illinois (2/6/2020)
It was a near sellout at the BMO Harris Bank Center in Rockford, IL for Korn and Breaking Benjamin's 2020 Winter Tour. Rock group Bones UK opened the show for the already mostly full arena. They mentioned it was their biggest tour yet, in terms of venue size. I felt that their vibe would be … Continue reading (Concert Review) KORN & BREAKING BENJAMIN Live at BMO Harris Bank Center in Rockford, Illinois (2/6/2020)
(Concert Review) HELLYEAH Live at The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois (11/26/2019)
Thirty minutes after doors open, there is still a long line of fans waiting to get in. The freezing rain isn't turning anyone away from getting in as soon as possible to get up front for the show. I'm told security is increased for the night, and they're ready for a rowdy crowd. Hard … Continue reading (Concert Review) HELLYEAH Live at The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois (11/26/2019)
(Concert Review) SHALLOW SIDE Live at Route 20 Outhouse in Sturtevant, Wisconsin (11/17/2019)
I arrive at the Rt. 20 Outhouse in Sturtevant, Wisconsin for Shallow Side with special guest Spoken after a two hour drive through freezing rain and heavy fog. The venue is very small, with more room for dining than standing in a pit. Opening local rock group DayRollers are working through the second half of … Continue reading (Concert Review) SHALLOW SIDE Live at Route 20 Outhouse in Sturtevant, Wisconsin (11/17/2019)
(Concert Review) CANNIBAL CORPSE Live at The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois (11/10/2019)
It’s a cold Sunday evening, and death metal trio Perdition Temple is setting the night’s mood for the stream of fans still entering the building from the snowy scene outdoors. After a short opening set, the lower level is filled with fans of a broad range of ages, ready for some of the hardest hitting … Continue reading (Concert Review) CANNIBAL CORPSE Live at The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois (11/10/2019)
(Concert Review) JOHN 5 & THE CREATURES Live at 1175 Sports Park & Eatery in Kansasville, Wisconsin (11/5/2019)
With inflatable witches and pumpkin-headed characters adorning the stage, it’s only a week after what would have been perfect timing for this show. The screens placed along the stage are lit up, showing clips of kaiju and horror films to help set the mood. John 5 and the Creatures take to the stage, immediately launching … Continue reading (Concert Review) JOHN 5 & THE CREATURES Live at 1175 Sports Park & Eatery in Kansasville, Wisconsin (11/5/2019)
(Concert Review) MOTIONLESS IN WHITE & WE CAME AS ROMANS Live at The Apollo Theater in Belvidere, Illinois (10/18/2019)
The show begins in 10 minutes. I'm still waiting in a line at the doors, which opened an hour earlier. Once inside, I understand. The show is already packed. Despite not being a metal act, opening act and rap-rock group Twiztid was met with a very positive response. There were lots of painted faces … Continue reading (Concert Review) MOTIONLESS IN WHITE & WE CAME AS ROMANS Live at The Apollo Theater in Belvidere, Illinois (10/18/2019)