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Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Straight Line Stitch gallery here..
Straight Line Stitch (Metal/Metalcore) are not foreign to the Ground Zero stage, the crowd was a little weak to begin but soon popped off. The bands energetic and seasoned performance did what all shows are to do: entertained, moved, provoked emotion, and led you longing for the next song. This show ended too quickly for my taste, but is inevitable when you are having fun time flies! All of the band are strong musicians and as a collaborative broaden the hopes of an even more solid metal scene on the upswing. Just watch out all you hardcore fans of metal if you don't want to shake your tail feather, bang your head, or move it this is not your show. If you are ready to let it loose on the concert floor and lose yourself in the energy, they are on tour and you still have your chance. See their website for the dates. We will be doing a full feature on this band CD review, show, and possible interview in the very near future.
Straight Line Stitch gallery here..
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the From Tomorrow gallery here..
Spartanburg locals From Tomorrow (Hardcore/Metal) were on when we arrived. Unfortunately, I only had the chance to catch maybe the last two songs from this band. The crowd seemed to really respond to them and they set it off on the very last song. I'd love to write a solid review on this show, but I will respectively have to wait for the next time around. Did manage to get in some photos though so please check them out.
From Tomorrow gallery here..
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Dad Jim gallery here..
Texas born band Dad Jim (Country / Crunk / Roots Music) had a fun but rough set. Some technical difficulties set them off the stage for a few minutes. Once back on with their pup(yep a doggie) in toe. They set out to spread the funk and rock. I could see them playing the Milestone and having the roof come down with the party that would pop off due to the music. Imagine sitting on your porch in your Sunday best overalls, cowboy hat, sipping some moonshine in the crisp summer heat. Strumming a guitar and banjo with some experienced song writing and an amazing spirit for the music. Very different stage presence and presentation. Next time around come to Charlotte, we'll show you a good time!
Dad Jim gallery here..
The Milestone's owner Neal MF Harper turned 30 last night. Many friends, bands, and others came together to throw the birthday one heck of a birthday.
Here he is photographed with his pirate pinata. I'm glad to have had Shutter16 out and about shooting the event and getting to see some really crazy, fun, and talented bands. Enjoy the galleries!
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Fat Camp gallery here..
Fatcamp is a new Charlotte band consisting of some eccentric artists I've come to know and love. The Milestone's Philip (Morbid Toothbrush) is the bassist. Lee is the Fats front man (LA Tool &N Die), Adam on Drums (Kimosabe!) and Patrick (IYF Pork) on guitar. They sing songs about doing naughty things to unicorns, gay superheroes and other quirky and fun songs for all the enjoy. Even some of Charlotte's most elite metal heads gave two thumbs up to this quartet. I think the over zealous lyrics, the funk buckets that are itching to get out. It's evident each member of the band has an extensive past in the music scene with several different genres. The cross stitching of all of their influences leaves for a titillating night on the dance floor. I'd suggest anyone that comes to a show to bring cake, lots and lots of cake. I mean what fat man can resist cake.. oh and lets down a diet coke in their honor. I think the official sponsor for them should be diet coke. They have an array of hysterical shirts and other such merch. Grab a show, a t-shirt ,and a piece of cake!
Fat Camp gallery here..
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Emotron gallery here..
Emotron, from Philly, is a alter ego to a more humbled and gentle man. Once he hits the stage with his insane costume antics and live art performance of his one man band you are never quite sure what you are going to be in for. One time I saw him where he lit his crotch on fire (literally) . Another time I saw him strip down to his bare skin cover himself in flour and chocolate syrup and then the rest of the chocolate sauce ended up in some other orifices I can't say on here and came back out exactly how it looked. Some times he will have rubber bands around his face blocking his nostrils so he can sings out of his nose like a whale while still performing his other acts. This time around he had his twin that was not removed at birth from his thy. Quite a strange mix to see with the barrage of TVs behind him playing old and current events. What a performance though! I still kind of miss him lighting his crotch of fire I hope there was no accident to why that doesn't happen anymore! A show always worth seeing you never know what the heck he is capable of!
Emotron gallery here..
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the SHAT gallery here..
SHAT, is fronted by Jeff Woods who is a former member of the band Dillinger Escape Plan (whom we just featured below). The bands whole gimmick is dressing up in ridiculous outfits. Mr Woods is adorned in dildos from head to toe, while the rest of the band are masked and wearing diapers with fake urine and literal SHAT all over themselves. It's a comical way to present their music to the world. But while this is sort of a gimmick shock value styling, they then shock you yet again when you find out MAN THESE GUYS CAN REALLY PLAY! There is talent everywhere on the stage and I think if they dropped the songs like "3 Holes" "Shaving" and "Vag" they would be doing a whole lot more with the band. But to each their own I think it is a wonderful escape from the "regular" concert and a leap into the unknown, frightening, a lot disturbing, but something that keeps you coming back for more. This is my third time experiencing the SHAT and has left me wanting to see more. They just released their album "Cunt-a-doodle-doo", and with that I don't think I need to do anything more but show you the gallery, enjoy!
SHAT gallery here..
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Darkest Hour gallery here..
Darkest Hour, are a power melodic death metal band hailing from Washington, D.C. They are a no fabrication, no frolicking in the pit, kind of band. Their strong riffs and cataclysmic lyrical heart rush, head bang, kick the kid in front of you music lands a soft place in this music lovers heart. Off the stage the laid back and almost quiet band smirks and tells some grand tales of yesteryears. While prepping for the next show they reflect with friends they have gathered in each city over the span of their sixteen year career.
Their song "Demons" featured on Guitar Hero 5; the band hopes to get future hits placed on other games to help gain a different fan base that might have usually come to them.
Showtime was not unlike many other, they prepped, did a little circle side stage, warmed up the vocals, stretched out the legs and prepared to rip our faces off. Mission accomplished. Lead singer. John Henry, gave us a conglomerate of lows and highs in perfect pitch. He's a charismatic front man while the rest of the band are just as energetic. There was basses flying over heads.. guitars standing straight up in the air. Fist pumping, kids crowd surfing, and an almost crushed photog or two. I think they have a great balance of energy and professionalism that has helped them stay in this business so long wrapped up with a whole bunch of talent. I could not keep still a second during their entire set, well worth the money and more. That is a key sign a show is good!
They. like many touring metal bands, have been through a few members, produced by big wigs like Devin Townsend, toured with some of the biggest bands out there, and still come back and focus on and succeed on putting out a valiant effort to top their last album. As of right now they are on tour with Dillinger Escape Plan, iwrestledabearonce, and Animals as Leaders. Catch them if you can.
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Dillinger Escape Plan gallery here..
Dillinger Escape Plan, named from the famous convicted bank robber John Dillinger are an American mathcore band from Morris Plains, New Jersey. They have been around since 1997 as DEP but the band members have all been together in some way or some band since 1994 where they hung up their punk shoes for a different method of music. They are still highly respected in that world though which is a hard feat for any band. They recently started their own label Party Smasher Inc, and put out their first record on the label "Option Paralysis" released on March 23, 2010. Now the band is currently touring on this album giving the crowd the power and punk/mathcore show they are looking for. Their vocalist distinct pipes makes it very easy to decipher who is up on stage if you come in a bit late. They have done this long enough to not even have a fervent need to command attention on stage. You are stuck once the first chord is strummed or beat is tossed. A crowd surfing good time. They too have been through several band members one including Jeff Woods of SHAT, who we here at Shutter16 saw in concert for our very selves last night. Most of those images will be unable to hit our sit, but keep a look out for some secret links later!
The Dillinger Escape Plan will participate in Warped Tour 2010, playing June 24 - August 15th.
Dillinger Escape Plan gallery here..
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The Evening Muse did it again, housed a show that will go down in history in a tiny corner of my heart and a memory to save for pages to a book about musical journey and REAL music alike. This time around was the talented Ernie Halter and Charlotte Native, Joe Firstman. Their styles are a great sound to combine on a tour. They both play with your heart and memories of past loves, future loves, and surrounding times. Ernie was up first and gave the crowd a good selection of his hits and new tunes. He didn't make a set list this go around and let the crowd choose what was to come for us. His songs about love on the road, leaving things behind. Talking about the charity he supports (www.mochaclub.org) and other great triumphs in his life. Not everything is cookie cutter and he gets to the raw and funny stories in life. His songs are about his past, as well as present. Some are even about loyal fans. He's a singer-song writer that has found the element of connectivity through the internet, his writing, and just his very demeanor that is a lethal combination for success. During his set he had tour mate Todd Casey come up and do a duet with him. So much talent on such a small stage. Their voices could have reached the clouds. I'll be doing a show with Todd Casey next month. Stayed tuned for that!
Ernie's voice is angelic and soulful which draws you in and keeps you captivated. Not a dull moment in his sets, you laugh you sing.. and with his final song to end the show "Lighthouse" you cry. It is a perfect wedding song, a song of the ages and I believe it will be the one that will have him on every TV in every house. After the show I was pleastantly surprised to walk outside the venue and see Ernie doing some street acoustics. Apparently some of his fans that have kept up with him for a long time missed the show by a few moments and he wanted to still play some for them. How sweet and giving is that?
We then caught up over some grub at a Tavern close by and he did reveal he's playing Hotel Carolina again this year and will be touring back this way in June or July. I will keep you updated on the dates of him coming back to us here in the Queen City, how you can help him spread the mochaclub.org love, and where else you can see/hear him. For now today him and Joe Firstman did a spot on http://1061thecorner.com/ Tune in and hear some interview and songs performed.
See Gallery from the show
Joe Firstman, is as I said a Charlotte Native he picked up all his belongings and headed out to California for the dream that many have. Unlike a lot of stories his dream became a reality. He's rubbed elbows with the big wigs, recorded for a large record label and worked as the band leader on Carson Daly's show for over four years. Now he's back on the road doing what he loves and touring for his third tour on his last album. His rustic and brazen voice is smooth enough to convey what he is saying but raspy enough to add that extra country grit you can tell Cali has nothing on this southern boy. His music speaks of home and childhood it also speaks of maturity and loss. He is missing something in the music, I think it needs more helicopters. Or so he says in his standup between songs. He's personable, witty and spirited. Soon we will have an interview with him for your viewing pleasure. For now check him out in any of his links below and the gallery of images from the night.
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the BTBAM gallery here..
Between the Buried and Me, have come a long way since the days of drudging from one show to the next in a beat up van and kicking it hardcore on the road for a few weeks. Now they have bumped it up to a tour bus and months away from family and loved ones. Heading off to Europe to headline shows, touring with the likes of Devin Townsend and slamming their foot down firmer in the forefronts of the metal community. With their progressive metal frothing at the mouth and lurching at the fingers groove their shows set a standard for many bands to fill. While filming their shows they are the ones to watch for, at least for flying fans into the pit and energy pummeling your ears.
Tommy Rogers their gallant front man has a vocal range only some can truly strive to gain. They have written songs in each octave, a lot of his vocal talents was pursed forward when they did their collective album of covers. Each song almost sounded like each said vocalist but was indeed still Tommy. On a stage he commands eyes upon him and they are well deserved. Paul the once seemingly shy guitarist has burst out of his shell and now the almost cocky "on stage, he's a teddy bear off!" brings the rock from a place only one can attach them self to after riding the musical waves in stardom for a while. Dustie finds a presence on stage with his smirky demeanor and amazing riffs, while Dan is more the rock your booty to the floor type. Head banging and dancing and the one I always look to have his feet leave the floor first. Blake(drummer) is the mellow-ist of the group with his forever smiling and ripping the skins, down to tapering off and sitting still closing his eyes in those pivotal moments of deep emotionally charged lyrical moments. He has few breaks in this group and with it's pace of this 90 minute set they gave us at the Fillmore it truly is a remarkable workout of whit and physicality.
The musical diversity of this band is nothing to shake a stick at. You can catch them in sound check yucking it up to some old school metal, country, and a lot of hip hop. I think each individual in this band with their unique personality all shine somewhere and sometime on an album of theirs. Their new effort "The Great Misdirect" brings a level of musicianship that is usually unfounded for metal bands and has pushed them harder into the progressive rock label. I don't think they are complaining! After colors many were expecting a "colors version2" but they set out to make anything but that. Succeeded quite greatly. The new album almost doubled their following and with that I believe has skyrocketed them into everyone living room world wide. I'm excited to see what is to come for BTBAM and the entire crew. I don't know many bands that have their entire family sit side stage at shows and almost all of them one of the mothers is wiping tears. It's endearing to see such well rounded human beings in the music industry crushing every single stereotype there is to have. They are the positive to every negative. There is no bar brawling going on here , but don't be fooled while they might not get you off stage on stage they are sure to melt your face off, kick some ass and take names later. Go see them! Shutter16.com gives them the stamp of approval for one of the top 3 bands in 2010 hands down.
10 of 10 Stars.
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Cynic gallery here..
Cynic was formed in 1987 they disbanded in 1994 and were reunited in 2006 to a very happy fans delight. The progress metal band fit the bill for BTBAM greatly as it was not a huge genre jump as has happened in many of the other shows I've seen BTBAM play.. Cynic though are a band I have not seen live before. I was in for a little treat when I was actually out of the pit. In the photopit it was a very easy shoot. The band were pretty planted on the stage and no fans were jumping to hit me in the head or face, but when I came out of the pit they schooled us in the art of some yoga poses.
It was an odd mesh for the kind of show I was expecting. Their music was a few ways to me. The first three songs were on a level I could get into it, fun to dance to a little. Once I was out of the pit the fourth song (unsure of name) I really enjoyed. After that I lost a little bit of momentum in the tunes. Could have been I was really craving the BTBAM fix, it had been a while since I'd seen the guys live or maybe, as happens maybe this just wasn’t' my kind of stuff. Not that there was anything really wrong at all, to each their own. I will say this they had a very steady and dedicated fan base and it was wonderful to see their faces light up and their bodies flare up to the yoga challenge. Kind of cool in an odd sort of way to see half a theatre pointing their fingers and leaning their bodies to the right. Still something to go see for all those progressive metal aficionados and those wanting to find something different in a live show!
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Nick Oliveri gallery here..
Nick Oliveri who is well known for his part in the band of Queens of the Stoneage and has been labeled as a big part of their earlier sound came to visit us humble heads in Charlotte, NC. It was a cool night and after watching Lamb Handler rip up the stage I was pretty excited to see what Nick had to offer. It was a mixed set of jokes and serious lyrics and a pounding vocal raping our ears. His song "I want you to fuck off and die" was something to start the show with and really set the temperance to the crowd. Looking around he had quite a following of awe struck gazers that quite possibly could not believe they were about to be able to meet someone they have worshiped for so long. He was a nice fellow, down to earth, but with his outer shell I can see why some would have been scared a little. Seriously, a long goatee and tats (how stereotypical of anyone! I have tats, I'm not scary! heh) anyway.. and an acoustic guitar that has 666 largely printed on it. What is not to love? He's like a singing , strumming , and talking god on the stage and when he comes off he is as down to earth as can be. He opened his mouth and there was real talent there. I'm glad he has taken a mini break from fronting Mondo Generator (since 1997) to do this tour. It was a great show and something I'm glad I was there to be a part of.
Nick Oliveri gallery here..
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Lamb Hander gallery here..
Lamb Handler (Rock) from Charlotte, NC have been a band rocking the Carolina's since 2006. This time around seeing them it was at a different venue. Different venues leave some space open for change and not just sound change but approaches on the stage. The band decided to do a semi-acoustic set. Boy were they on point! This was my favorite Lamb Handler show yet, it had a bit of a Alice in Chains meets Dropkick Murphy’s and a bit of Queens of the Stoneage thrown in there for good measure- vibe. The Canyoneros would really mesh greatly with them, I'd love to see a song done together with both bands. Lead singer Moe Lassiz was fit to be tied tonight as his vocals were spot on and sharp as a tack. I found myself mesmerized at small moments and frozen in song. Other moments I was dancing and yucking it up with their hardcore fan base. They have an amazing push with self promotion and have made all the right friends to play all the right music with them. A Lamb Handler show is always a party.
The band grows exponentially with each show and I hope to see then some more with larger names in the near future.
Catch them at a show soon:
Feb 20 Double Door Inn w/Hick’ry Hawkins & Vulture Whale Charlotte, North Carolina
Feb 26 New Brookland Tavern w/NYDV & Up With The Joneses Columbia, South Carolina
Feb 27 The Caledonia Lounge w/ The Matt Kurz One, Shallow Palace & Chrissakes Athens, Georgia
Mar 6 The Nick w/ Vulture Whale Birmingham, Alabama
Lamb Hander gallery here..
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Those Darlins gallery here..
Those Darlins consists of three gals that like to rock. They are artistic, pleasant, and down to earth. All of them sing in the group, all of them write, it's basically badasses on the stage, off the stage. A hint of country, a hint of punk and a whole lot of talent. They hail from Murfreesboro,Tennessee. Those Darlins have a female empowerment movement just by their presence an avid knack for knowledge of random strange things and also have been around for a while forming and performing all the way in 2006. I love the realness to their lyrics and their unabashed gender specific ways. They are a force to be reckoned with no matter what you are carrying in your pants! ~Dia
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Rise Against gallery here..
Rise Against,(Chicago, IL) are labeled as a punk rock band, I'd say that would be the radio punk rock... their on the radio frequently with their hit "Savior" it's on at least once an hour. What some fans may stop at. Their album is a very different divulge into their punk sound and a good change of pace for those fans that want more than one hit a CD. It's a catchy upbeat tuned band with some fun lyrics, and definitely talented members. They have been on the front since 1999 and still going strong. They are in the Vans Vegan ranks and are strong supporters of the healthy lifestyle and openly supported Barrack Obama on his campaign. A band that isn't afraid to stand for something, breath of fresh air. Their live show is CD quality and Charlotte cannot wait to see them around the bend again!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Advent gallery here..
Advent, hardcore band from North Carolina hit the stage earlier this year. Their new album "Naked and Cold" came out late last year and has been having a good reception. A show of theirs is full of straight up energy and of course some hard core dancing. Their music is get your blood pumping and make you scream right along sort of things. I can't sit still a single moment. Might be one of the reasons Ryan took up the reigns and shot this show. A feel good work out show, catch em!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Sent By Ravens gallery here..
Sent by Ravens (Columbia, SC) an alternative, catchy post-hardcore band played for a grand crowd one night not so long ago in Charlotte. They have a clean sound where lyrics come through like daggers. But the lyricism is also potent. Great lyrics add for a dynamic with fans alike. "Falling into your water, take me deeper". You can relate to their songs, get lost in them. Their singers voice is creamy and powerful and drummer hands down you can see a conflict of wanting to straight out blast beat but holds back enough. That restraint earns props from this side of the fence. It's almost a step into pop hardcore. I can see them going far, we will check back frequently with this band and keep you all up to date!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening (his website)
See the Switchfoot gallery here..
Switchfoot are an American Christian rock band from San Diego California were founded in 1996. They are best known for their smash hits "Dare You to Move" and "Learning to Breathe", as well as several other. With their energetic and cohesive stage show their show is a great addition to the Charlotte scene. They are sometimes deemed as a favorite of the Queen city among fans if you talk to enough of them. They have a very broad fan base and have played some memorable shows such as their Habitat for Humanity tour that landed more than $100,000 in donations to those in need. Lead singer Jon Foreman has one of those distinctive voices that no matter where he is singing or filling in you know, hey that is JON! Their signature sound is due to three lead guitars which is not always the norm in rock and roll! They always seem to meet you with a smile on stage and off and keep the professional and heart-into it level fully pumped. Please check out the new gallery by our talented photography Ryan Harmening.
Photos by:Ryan Harmening (his website)
See the Paper Tongues gallery here..
The Paper Tongues are a Charlotte native band that have really taken off in the past few years. I remember covering their show right before they went on their first big tour, might I rephrase that. I was supposed to but some related illness came up. Read the interview a colleague had taken and was disappointed to not see them again. I remember I saw them once where all of them were in white linen outfits, it was almost a spiritual experience in the loosest way possible. It gave a moment for the music to be the focus and not everything else. No labels, no stereotypes just wonderful music with an infallible lead singer Aswan North and a sick drummer to lead to some really amazing quirky song outputting. For the most part the entire line up of the band minus the lead singer has changed yet again showing how strong a leader he can be. They've been going full steam ahead and I expect more to hear of this band in 2010 and beyond. Check out the gallery and let us know any band you think we should cover. Send in your requests!
Photos by:Dianna Augustine
See the The Red Chord gallery here..
The Red Chord,formed in 1999, is an American grindcore band (also referred to as technically proficient instrumental death metal with a grind backing with a progressively experimental touch) from Massachusetts. Vocalist Guy Kozowyk and a former guitarist are the original members. The line up now is guitarist Mike "Gunface" McKenzie, bassist Greg Weeks and drummer Brad Fickeisen. Their second album, Clients, was released in 2005 and sky rocketed them to some metal fame with a solid album, and a lot of tours under their belt they set out and wrote their new album, 2009's Fed Through The Teeth Machine, The Red Chord debuted at No. 180 on the Billboard 200 chart with this album. Currently they were on a US tour and have come off the road as of yesterday. Soon they will be heading over seas yet again to reek havoc on their fans ears and rip off some faces. I remember the first time I saw them some 4-5 years ago the crowd was one of the most fun I had ever experience. Guy jumped into the crowd and booted me in the head on the way over and way back and I was still up and shooting and screaming into the mic when given the chance. Their show this time led in with a lot of their new songs I'd never seen live but of course had some of the fan favorites such as "Dreaming in Dogyears" and "Antman". Their hit single "Dread Will Prevail" had me belting out toward the mic and capturing some fun fan moments. Last song always has the band bringing their fans up on stage for an open mic time, I love this time, you bond with the band more and even if the venue does not allow you up on stage they will come to you! They've toured with some amazing bands and a lot of times I see them is when they are touring with GWAR, fun show but I was not risking my gear to get all messed up with their big guns of red water.
So I took like three photos from the back..
Down to the night was Job For A Cowboy had to cancel due to vehicle troubles, I can't wait to see them next time around!
Fun fact I get asked a lot about the band is about their name. The band's name actually is derived from Alban Berg's opera Wozzeck, in which a schizophrenic man slits his lover's throat, then reverts to his normal self and asks, "My love, what is that red cord across your neck?"Not sure a fun fact, but a fact none the less. We hung out with the band some and shot some silly shots, even with my temperamental gear and got to see another amazing Red Chord performance. See them if you can!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the gallery here..
Grammy Award-winning rock band Train, from Ca came to Charlotte and landed on The Fillmore Charlotte's stage for a night of rock and fun this month. With them came a fun band to see Uncle Kracker. Train has sold over 4 million albums in the US and had several top 20 hits. The top three most notable singles they have had are "Meet Virginia" · "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)[won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song, as well as a Grammy Award for Best Arrangement and went on to be Train's first multi-platinum album]" . and "Calling All Angels"· Lead singer Pat Monahan is a monster on stage engaging the crowd like no ones business. The band took a large hiatus from the stage and touring game to spend some much needed time with family and friends. Since that break they also went back to the bands three original members with the departure of Johnny Coltbass (formerly of The Black Crowes original line up) and Brandon Bush(keyboards). Early August Train released their first single in over 3 years, "Hey Soul Sister,". Their new album Save Me San Francisco was released on October 27, 2009 and they have been on the road since. Seasoned artists tend to know exactly how to work a crowd and put on that fabulous show, if not why would they still be around?
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the gallery here..
Uncle Kracker AKA Matthew Shafer is an American country-rock musician, most popularly known for his hit singles "Follow Me", "Smile", and "Drift Away". In 1987,he met the then unknown Kid Rock who was in a DJ competition with Kracker's brother. From that day forward they formed a musical kinship and with that Kracker ended up becoming Kid's DJ and stayed with him until the release of Kid's multi-platinum album, Devil Without a Cause. After this Kracker found it time to release his first solo album, Double Wide, adopting the stage moniker Uncle Kracker. Several albums later some charted, some did not but his style completely changed to take away all the poppy rap undertones so his fan base had to adjust. He was then featured on Chesney's track, "When the Sun Goes Down", which peaked at #1 on the Hot Country Songs chart. Then he ran into some legal trouble, mid August here in Cary, NC where he was accused on a felony charge of second-degree forcible sex offense. He plead guilty to a lesser charge of misdemeanor assault and was fined $1,500, given a year's probation, and ordered to undergo alcohol counseling. After this headache he hankered down and got to work on his fourth studio album "Happy Hour". The album had been tinkered with for close to five years but finally after all that time it was released in November of 2009. Featured on the album is country singer Jesse Lee (also on Atlantic Records) in a duet titled "Me Again". This album has a more country laden sound and has steered what Uncle Krackers career in a great new direction. He is out on the road touring extensively for this album and bringing this enchanting front man back to the good of life and on the right path to show us exactly what he is all about minus all the controversy!
Both photo sets by: Ryan Harmening check out his website www.ryancharlesphotography.com
Sometimes our photographers end up at the same show and give the fans a different view/eye on the concert. Ryan and Stephanie did just this. I updated the other day with a set from the David Cook, Green River Ordinance and The Script show.. now see Ryan's view of this concert in a wonderful set of images I was stoked to share. Check them out!
See the The David Cook gallery here..
See the Green River Ordinance gallery here..
See the The Script gallery here..
All 3 photos sets by: Ryan Harmening check out his website www.ryancharlesphotography.com
Been a bit some of us at Shutter16 have been away on vacations, others massively ill, but some of our wonderful staffers have been hard at work going to show after show! A show coming up tomorrow to see is The Red Chord, with GWAR, and Job For a Cowboy @ Tremont Music Hall. Doors are at 7:30pm come out and show some metal love! On to some photos from our lovely Stephanie Moore, little blurbs are from our photojournalist Dianna Augustine. Ryan is about to showcase several shows all at once so keep your eyes peeled all you music fans and check back in a lot this week! :)
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Photos by: Stephanie Moore
See the The David Cook gallery here..
David Cook, of Blue Springs, Mo is a 20 something with a furious talent who captivated millions of fans all over the world while winning "American Idol" in 2008. Some was whit and charm but for the most part it was his insatiated charm and soulful voice. He is an inspiring read, im doing reseach on this artist you will find he's tried many things in life but always came back to music. He ended up trying out for American Idol as a goof while he had originally accompanied his brother to the trials for moral support. Many knew instantly when he opened his mouth he was to win. He also, has written several intensely gripping songs of trials and tribulations one for his older brother who is battling brain cancer at the moment. He really struck a chord with me durimg this little article and I have been blasting his hit song "Light On' on repeat for quite a while now. What a great voice, writer, and heart.
He is known for still being all about his fans, coming out after every show to chill and sign autographs, he's been quoted to say it's all about them, they make me and without them there is no dream anymore. David has collaborated with an amazing slew of artists from former Soundgarden and Audioslave frontman Chris Cornell, Goo Goo Dolls frontman Johnny Rzeznik, Nixons singer/guitarist Zac Maloy, and Our Lady Peace frontman Raine Maida, who is one of Cook’s longtime idols. Look for a new album to be out this summer with a more hands on approach from David and a lot more heart and touch you until you weep ballads.
Photos by: Stephanie Moore
See the Green River Ordinance here..
Texas natives, Green River Ordinance give you a run for your money in the music world. It's a strange combination as if Rob Thomas (amazing song writer) gave birth to a writer who was spliced with 3rd eye blind's fun vocal styling doused with Counting Crowes delicious earth rock vibe and a lot of GRO in there. It would just start to describe this band. They have toured or open for the likes of Bon Jovi,Collective Soul, Tonic, Third Eye Blind, Hanson, SisterHazel, Blue October, Bowling for Soup, Simple Plan, and Flickerstick,
When accumulating some facts on the band what stood out was thinking of them as a few have described them down to earth family boys. They have their heads in the clouds soaring high with their ever growing career through years of hard work, talent and persistance... but on the rest of it they have their feet on the ground.. rooted heart in family, friends, amd fams alike. Their new album, Out of My Hands, came out earlier this year with producers Mark Endert (Natasha Bedingfield, Maroon 5, Gavin DeGraw), Jordan Critz and Paul Ebersold (Sister Hazel, 3 Doors Down, Third Day). It is quite a listen, such an emotional roller coaster sometimes you aren't sure which to do, laugh or cry but you are left with an evervescence of musical aftertaste leaving you longing for more. Their tender open lyrics lead you into a glimpse of life in their tour bus, at their Christmas table and gently resting your head to pillow with a sweet angelic voice taking your worries away.
Photos by: Stephanie Moore
See the The Script here..
Dublin's The Script, A "New Generation Sting" comes to mind when I first dive into The Script's myspace page. At a further listen I notice not only is this accurate but an obvious originality emerges from their layered music. Lead singer's Danny O'Donoghue voice almost beat boxes with with the drummer in time with some songs. It's a fast paced rock song to a post-hip hop song that is telling of adversary and overcoming. It's a mesh of some wonderful musical values, cool vocal effects which is part due to the fact all three members of the band are established producers. What a cool grouping of talents. Their debut album is out now and they been featured on VH1's Sober House and The Hills. Enjoy the photos!
David Cook(by: Stephanie Moore) Green River Ordinance(by: Stephanie Moore) The Script (by: Stephanie Moore)