Riverside at Amplified Live

Riverside, a progressive rock/metal band hailing from Warsaw, Poland, has made a significant impact on the music scene since their formation in 2001. Known for their unique sound and thought-provoking lyrics, Riverside has consistently pushed the boundaries of the progressive rock genre, creating music that is both complex and emotionally charged. With their exceptional musicianship and dynamic performances, Riverside has gained a dedicated following of fans around the world. 

In what would be one of the final performances of any act at Amplified Live in Dallas, TX on February 21st, Riverside was supremely impressive. Mariusz Duda’s soulful vocals, Piotr Grudziński’s guitar work is impressive while Piotr Kozieradzki’s drumming is tight and precise, driving the music forward with dynamic rhythms, and rounding out the bands sound is Michał Łapaj’s keyboards that add rich textures and atmospheric layers to the sound. The band’s ability to effortlessly navigate complex time signatures and incorporate various musical influences into their compositions is truly commendable, showcasing their high level of musicianship.

This performance of 12 songs was a treat for all of the progressive rock/metal enthusiasts in the audience. Their energy and passion were palpable, drawing the audience into their world of music. The band’s chemistry on stage is evident, with their tight playing and seamless transitions between different sections of their songs. This American leg of their tour in support of ID. Entity left the audience wanting more. With their growing following, more U.S. touring is almost certain. (Setlist below images)

Setlist:

#Addicted

Panic Room

Landmine Blast

Big Tech Brother

Left Out

Post-Truth

The Place Where I Belong

Egoist Hedonist

We Got Used to Us

Self-Aware

Encore:

Conceiving You

Friend or Foe?

Riverside at Amplified Live

Mike + The Mechanics Refueled Tour – Sheffield City Hall

Mike + The Mechanics performed at Sheffield City Hall on Thursday April 27th to bring the Refueled Tour, with a drop of Genesis tour to adoring fans! With Mike Rutherford at the helm of guitars and bass, Andrew Roachford on vocals and keys, Tim Howar on vocals, Luke Juby on keyboard, Anti Drennan on guitars and bass, and rounding out the rhythm, Nic Collins on drums, the band ran through a setlist of the greatest hits of both bands. Starting the night with Get Up, and running the gambit from Let Me Fly, Are You Ready, All I Need Is A Miracle and the Genesis classics Jesus He Knows Me, Invisible Touch, I Can’t Dance and more the audience cherished every note of the 20 song performance. Below is a variety of images captured that night.

Mike + The Mechanics
Mike + The Mechanics
Mike + The Mechanics
Mike + The Mechanics Refueled Tour – Sheffield City Hall

Smashing Pumpkins – American Airlines Center Dallas, TX

The Smashing Pumpkins are an American alternative rock band from Chicago.

The current lineup features Corgan, Chamberlin, Iha and guitarist Jeff Schroeder and are on tour throughout the United States. These images are from the opening night of the the Spirits on Fire tour in Dallas, TX on October 2,2022.

The Smashing Pumpkins
Smashing Pumpkins – American Airlines Center Dallas, TX

Better Strangers @ Tulip’s Fort Worth, TX

Better Strangers, based in Miami, FL, is a rock band that features singer deCasa, guitarist Joey Rodriguez, bassist Yang Waingarten, and drummer Nic Collins who performed their unique blend of musical styles at Tulup’s Fort Worth on Sunday April 24th, 2022.

Better Strangers @ Tulip’s Fort Worth, TX

Steve Hackett – Seconds Out + More @ Beacon Theater, NYC

Steve Hackett, along with Roger King (Keyboards), Nad Sylvan (Vocals), Rob Townsend (Sax/Flute/Percussion), Jonas Reingold (Bass), and Craig Blundell (Drums), brought the Seconds Out & More performance to the Beacon Theater in New York City to a highly engaged and excited audience to perform the entirety of the Genesis live album Second Out, released 45 years ago.

Steve Hackett – Seconds Out + More @ Beacon Theater, NYC

Del Amitri @ Crescent Ballroom – Phoenix

Del Amitri are a Scottish alternative rock band formed in Glasgow in 1980 on their first North American tour in 25 years, in support of their first album in nearly two decades, Fatal Mistakes, captured performing in Phoenix, Arizona at the Crescent Ballroom.

Del Amitri @ Crescent Ballroom – Phoenix

The Airborne Toxic Event @ Dallas, TX

The Airborne Toxic Event is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 2006. It consists of Mikel Jollett, Steven Chen, Adrian Rodriguez, Daren Taylor, and Miriam “Mimi” Peschet. The band performed at the House Of Blues Dallas on March 24th, 2022.

The Airborne Toxic Event
The Airborne Toxic Event
Steven Chen
The Airborne Toxic Event
The Airborne Toxic Event @ Dallas, TX