MetalTalk
ALTER BRIDGE AND MAMMOTH WVH SHAKE THE ROOF OFF SOLD-OUT HISTORY, TORONTO
“As 9:15 hit the clock, the house lights went down, the crowd erupting into loud cheers as Alter Bridge took the stage. Kicking off their set with Silver Tongue, a track from of their latest release, Pawns and Kings. Myles Kennedy had the crowd in the palm of his hands within seconds, his voice soaring throughout the venue. Kennedy’s unique vocal tone, paired with the roaring guitar parts played by his partner in crime, Mark Tremonti, are a match made in rock ‘n’ roll heaven.”
THREE DAYS GRACE / EXPLOSIONS TOUR ENDS ON THE PERFECT NOTE IN TORONTO
“Flames in the shape of hearts covered the screens as drummer Neil Sanderson took the stage, the crowd cheering loudly. His arms were raised high in the air as he took in the praise before settling behind the drum kit and kicking into the opening track, So Called Life, as the rest of the band took the stage.”
STEEL PANTHER AND BLACK STONE CHERRY ROCK HISTORY IN TORONTO
“As 9:30 PM rolled around, Unchained by Van Halen blared through the PA system as the house lights went down, signifying that Steel Panther were about to take the stage. The audience excitedly cheered as the band took the stage, starting the set with Goin’ In The Backdoor, the opening track from their 2017 release Lower The Bar.”
ACCEPT, TORONTO / A UNIQUE SITUATION TURNED INTO SOMETHING COOl
As the lights went down and Accept stepped onto the stage, it was definite that someone was missing. Wolf Hoffmann, who has played guitar in the band since 1976, took the mic to announce the news no band wants to make. Mark Tornillo, the vox of Accept, had unfortunately been told by a doctor that if he were to sing, permanent damage could be done. Not wanting to leave the crowd disappointed, Hoffmann announced that if the audience were up for helping on the vocals, the band would still happily put on a rock show worth watching. And that is exactly what they did.
AUTOGRAPH, VIXEN AND SLAUGHTER LEAD ENFIELD’S FOURTH OF JULY PARTY
“In the town of Enfield, CT, on 9 July 2022, a hot and sunny Saturday, rock fans of all ages made their way down to the Fourth of July Town Celebration for a day filled with loud rock ‘n’ roll. With an array of tribute bands and ’80s favourites, horns were raised in the air from start to finish.”
Rockin’ Interviews
excited fans lined up and down Queen St. outside of The Velvet Underground for NoahFinnce’s first ever Canadian show.
Lastly but certainly not least, was NoahFinnce. The audience went wild as his intro music, the Scooby Doo theme song, started playing loudly over the PA. Ear piercing screams were heard around the room as Noah and his band made their way onto the stage, starting off the set with “Kickin Trash”.
Jumping, spinning and even purposefully falling down onto the stage, Mod Sun’s performance was no short of entertaining, not being able to take your eyes off him.
“A snowy Friday night in the city, fans of all ages excitedly lined up outside The Phoenix Concert Hall for Mod Sun’s God Save The Teen Tour. This being Mod Sun’s second time in the city in the past six months, opening for Palaye Royale back in September, fans were excited to welcome him back. As the doors opened at 7:00pm, everyone made their way inside, happy to escape the cold and ready for a fun-filled night.”
Eluveitie put on a fantastic set, this band being one you don’t want to miss. Their unique sound and incredible stage presence makes for a show you won’t forget.
“On a brisk Thursday night, Toronto metal fans made their way down to The Opera House for a night of live music. With Seven Spires, Omnium Gatherum and Eluveitie on the bill, it was guaranteed to be a high energy show. As the doors opened promptly at 7:30pm, fans made their way towards the front of the stage to claim the perfect spot, as well as line up at the merch booth to support their favorite bands. Songs from Bon Jovi, Ratt and Motley Crue played over the PA, the perfectly curated playlist pumping up the crowd as they excitedly waited for the show to start.”
With a dreamy atmosphere set with orb lights and a warm beige tone illuminating the stage, Echosmith broke out with their latest single Gelato, a pop-rock gem with hints of inspiration from Lorde.
“Echosmith’s The Hang Around tour rolled into Toronto, ON, on October 24th, a beautiful and sunny Monday, for their only Canadian date of the tour. As a line formed down Queen St. West outside of The Great Hall, fans excitedly awaited for the doors to open promptly at 6pm. Filing into the building, fans quickly rushed to buy some merch that lead singer Sydney Sierota hand designed herself, before claiming their spots at the front of the stage. “
The energy Palaye Royale has is like no other, the one word coming to mind when describing their stage presence, is powerful.
The marquee was lit up in purple outside of Toronto, ON newest venue, History, with the band name Palaye Royale written across it in bold letters. The Fever Dream tour rolled into Canada on September 30th, ready to give everyone the best Friday night of their lives. Excited fans queued outside for hours, ready to claim their spot at the front of the stage.
The heavy opening riff to the title track off of their sophomore album, “Slave To The Grind” rips through the venue. With Erik Gronwall at the helm, Skid Row are better than ever.
The Live To Rock Tour featuring Winger, Warrant and Skid Row, rolls into Windsor, Ontario on July 28th, a hot and sunny Thursday. The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor is filled with rock fans as they make their way into the auditorium, ready for a night of live music.