311 at Rams Head Live on 11/2/17

311’s Fall 2017 tour made it’s stop in Baltimore to a sold out show at Rams Head Live which had fans eagerly waiting for the doors to get the best spot in the unique venue. The show was supported by D.C. area natives RDGLDGRN, which always put on a great show with their rap/reggae hybrid style. RDGLDGRN did a short set which ended with Green jumping into the crowd, which he regularly does at their shows. 

311’s recent album Mosaic was released in June 2017 and some of the tracks off the new album made their way into the night’s setlist. This new album brings another aspect into the genre spanning 311, by bringing a hip hop element to their reggae/rock feel and shows that the band continues to grow while giving their audience something new and fresh to look forward to. Known as a band that continuously tours, 311 more impressively changes their setlist every night to keep things fresh for their fans. This show was no different as 311 fans chanted for the band from before the doors opened until the band took the stage. The enthusiastic fans sang along throughout the full set which shows just how passionate and supportive 311 fans really are. If you have seen this band live before or not, you will definitely want to check out their upcoming shows to hear some of the new music that is being released.

Cypress Hill at Fillmore Silver Spring on 11/1/17

Cypress Hill came to Silver Spring, Maryland’s Fillmore and played their most well-known hits. Cypress Hill, fronted by rappers Sen Dog and B Real, are one of the more influential rap groups in the 90’s. While do not regularly tour, when they do come to town it brings out a wide spectrum of fans – some traveled hours to see the group.

The show was supported by DJ JS-1 and rapper/beat boxer Rahzel, who is a former member of The Roots. Rahzel showcased his talents by beat boxing and singing songs simultaneously with tracks from popular acts like Black Sabbath and Rage Against the Machine. Cypress Hill’s B Real is currently working with Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello on their new project, Prophets of Rage, which includes Chuck D and all the members from Rage Against the Machine except Zack de la Rocha.

Overall, the show was a great opportunity to see legendary names, and due to their infrequent tour dates, it gave fans a special opportunity to see one of their favorite artists.

Bryson Tiller in Vienna, VA at Wolf Trap on 9/2/17

Bryson Tiller's Set It Off tour made it's stop in Vienna, VA at Wolf Trap on Saturday supported by H.E.R. and Metro Boomin. The show was added as a late addition to Wolf Trap's summer schedule and for good reason. H.E.R. kicked off the show followed by the BET 2016 Producer of The Year Metro Boomin.  Bryson Tiller took the stage to an excited crowd that was on their feet the second he stepped out. Bryson took time in his set to talk about his new experiences with touring and how these experiences have influenced him. He said while touring life was difficult and at times makes him want to quit, the fans make it all worth it. Bryson has shown that these types of shows thrive in this historic venue and was worth the stop as his tour winds down. You can catch Bryson Tiller on the rest of his tour at the locations and venues below:

September 6 – Lowell, MA @ Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell

September 7 – Mashantucket, CT @ The Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino

September 8 – New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall

September 9 – New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall

September 11 – Philadelphia, PA @ Skyline Stage at the Mann Center

September 13 – Toronto, ON @ Echo Beach

September 14 – Detroit, MI @ Masonic Temple Theatre

September 15 – Chicago, IL @ Aragon Ballroom

September 16 – Louisville, KY @ KFC Yum! Center

Chance the Rapper at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on 6/4/17

Chance the Rapper’s Be Encouraged Tour came to Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on Sunday. The recent Grammy winner came speeding onto the stage via a mini bike and broke into his high energy performance while 16,000 plus fans cheered and huge pyrotechnics shot to the ceiling. The performance was something that you are not going to want to miss.

Chance kicked off the show with Blessings, and near the middle of his set performed a trio of Kanye West tracks. Kanye West’s “Waves,” “Father Stretch My Hands,” and “Ultralight Beam” were performed, and fireworks, confetti cannons, and LED visuals were all on display early and often. You can catch him on tour at the dates and cities below.

Setlist:
Mixtape
Blessings
Angels
Smoke Break
Waves (Kanye West cover)
Father Stretch My Hands Pt. 1 (Kanye West cover)
Ultralight Beam (Kanye West cover)
Sunday Candy (Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment cover)
D.R.A.M. Sings Special
I’m the One (DJ Khaled cover)
Favorite Song
Cocoa Butter Kisses
All We Got
Summer Friends
All Night
Juke Jam
Same Drugs
Blessings (Reprise)

Upcoming Tour Dates:
Jun 6, 2017 Baltimore, Maryland
Jun 7, 2017 Greensboro, North Carolina
Jun 8, 2017 Manchester, Tennessee
Jun 8, 2017 Charlotte, North Carolina
Jun 11, 2017 Atlanta, Georgia
Jun 13, 2017 Miami, Florida
Jun 14, 2017 Tampa, Florida
Jun 15, 2017 Dover, Delaware
Jul 2, 2017 New Orleans, Louisiana
Jul 21, 2017 Hartford, Connecticut
Aug 3, 2017 Chicago, Illinois
Aug 5, 2017 Chicago, Illinois
Oct 3, 2017 Los Angeles, California
Oct 4, 2017 Los Angeles, California
Oct 6, 2017 Austin, Texas

Matisyahu at The National in Richmond, VA on 3/28/17

Matisyahu’s tour made it’s stop in Richmond, VA this week at the National, and while his look may have change since he broke onto the music scene in 2004, he sure can still deliver a powerful performance.

Matisyahu’s conscious and insightful lyrics provide a narrative that makes the audience feel alive and ready to move. This mixed with the vibrant light show and interactions with the crowd to pick the set list makes for a show you don’t want to miss. His new full-length album is due to be released this coming spring and is said to be announcing some big news on Friday, March 31st”.

On this tour Matisyahu plays a wonderful mix of old and new tracks, as well as a few covers sprinkled in. From “King Without A Crown” and “Aish Tamid” to “No Woman, No Cry,” the show if full of wonderful, powerful joy. Few artists manage to remain as positive in their political dialogue as Matisyahu, which makes seeing him live an engaging, enlightening experience.

Matisyahu has a number of upcoming shows all across the U.S. Find dates and tickets here.