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I was lucky enough to see Noah Kahan at the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire. This show took place on September 6, 2023. He was touring in support of his album Stick Season, which was released last year. It was a sold out crowd, mostly rowdy and younger folks. Noah’s music is an infusion of folk, rock and pop music. His songs were resonating with the audience as they sang every word with him.
Godsmack played the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts on July 26, 2023. Mix Master Mike (Beastie Boys) kicked things off for the evening, paving the way for Staind and Godsmack. Mix Master Mike began the night with one of his famed DJ sets, spinning for just over half an hour to get the crowd warmed up. He spun everything from Beastie Boys songs, to songs from bands like Queen and Rage Against the Machine.
Bret Michaels brought his Parti-Gras 2023 Tour to the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts on July 21, 2023. Jefferson Starship and Night Ranger were both also on the bill to open things up for the show. Jefferson Starship delivered top songs such as Find Your Way Back and Jane. Night Ranger then followed up with hits of their own including Rock in America, When You Close Your Eyes, and Don’t Tell Me You Love Me.
Avenged Sevenfold took stage at the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts on Wednesday July 19, 2023. Kim Dracula and Alexisonfire were also on the bill for the night. This was part of the Life is But a Dream North American Tour. Kim Dracula delivered an eight song opening set. Make me Famous, Drown, and Killdozer were all included in the set. also featured was the cover of Lady Gaga’s Paparazzi. Alexisonfire then came out and performed nine songs leading up to Avenged. Their set included fan favorites such as Boiled Frogs, Sans Soleil, and Young Cardinals. They closed out with This Could Be Anywhere In The World.
Alice in Chains took over the Xfinity Center along with Plush, Bush, and Breaking Benjamin. The show took place on October 8, 2022. This was the last show of the season at the Xfinity Center, as well as the last show of the tour for AIC and company. Plush started the night out with a compact but high energy set. They performed some of their top songs including Athena, Champion, and Hate. The female rockers also played an amazing rendition of Barracuda (Heart). Bush came out next, delivering their classics like Machinehead, Comedown, and Glycerine.
Pentatonix brought their Christmas Spectacular show to the Mohegan Sun Arena on December 22, 2022. A Girl Named Tom also performed, opening things up for the night. Unfortunately, Kirstin Maldonado was unable to make it, but did join Pentatonix via the big screen to sing along and join in on the festivities.
The Elovaters played the House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts on December 31, 2022 for their New Years Eve bash. They were joined by Aldous Collins Band, Mighty Mystic, and Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad. Aldous Collins took the stage first, followed by Mighty Mystic and then Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad.
Wiz Khalifa and Logic brought their Vinyl Verse Summer Tour to the Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts on August 22, 2022. They were also joined by Bonics, Castro, Fedd, and 24kGold. Logic ended up headlining this stop of the tour.
The 2022 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase took place at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Both games took place on December 18, 2022. The matchups featured were UConn vs. Florida State, and Iowa State vs. Villanova.
Consider the Source swung through Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, Massachusetts on November 18, 2022. This was part of their Maxx Power Tour. Bella’s Bartok was also along for the ride, kicking the night off. They delivered an energy filled set, full of sounds from many genres. Punk, Folk, Pop, and Americana are just a few of the styles you will hear from this group. If you’re hoping to catch Bella’s Bartok soon, you should have no problem, as the band has several announced dates in 2023 already. They will be touring down the East Coast from Connecticut to Florida starting in February, as well as a few other shows and festivals to follow.