24th Annual Bob Costas Benefit featuring Dana Carvey with Kevin Costner and Modern WestConcert Review - Apr 23, 2012 - By Jeff Ritter
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The celebrated sportscaster hosts his annual fundraiser for SSM Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center. |
American Idiot World Tour 2005Concert Review - Sep 5, 2005 - By Tony Pascarella
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Green Day is currently undertaking a world tour with Jimmy Eat World. It's the classic punkers at their finest; if you like big venues, go see one of the better tours of 2005. |
American Idol LIVE!Concert Review - Nov 20, 2002 - By Raul Burriel
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I braved 20,000 screaming teenie boopers and lived to tell the tale of American Idol LIVE! |
American Idol LIVE!Concert Review - Nov 26, 2002 - By Rachel Jaffe
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American Idol was a huge hit this summer, in part due to its potent double-punch strategy -- a contest on Tuesday night, immediately followed up with the results on Wednesday. Now American Idol is using a similar double-punch structure on a grander scale by following up the successful TV series with an immediate concert tour of the top ten contestants. |
Anberlin/Saosin/Acceptance Club TourConcert Review - Jun 5, 2005 - By Tony Pascarella
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This tour may well earn the moniker "tour of the summer" and frankly, those who bestow that honor wouldn't be off-base to say it. |
Asia "Heat of the Moment" 2007 North American TourConcert Review - Jul 8, 2007 - By Paul Schultz
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A reunion of unimaginable awesomeness took place onstage as All Four Original Members of Asia performed, and 25 years melted away in the "heat of the moment". |
Avril Lavigne 2004 Bonez Concert TourConcert Review - Nov 12, 2004 - By Scott Juba
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Unlike the concerts of some pop idols, Lavigne doesn't have to resort to lip synching to wow her audiences. Her voice is pure and powerful, making her one of the few artists who has the ability to emote emotion not only through her lyrics but also through the soaring tone with which she can carry a note. |
Backstreet Boys 2005 Club TourConcert Review - Apr 1, 2005 - By Rachel Jaffe
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After a four-year absence, the Backstreet Boys set out to woo back their fans in a club tour |
Blue Man Group More Than Just A ConcertConcert Review - Nov 22, 2012 - By Jeff Ritter
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If you think these three bald and blue fellows are just making music, think again! |
Chickenfoot brings the Different Devil Tour to the FoxConcert Review - May 24, 2012 - By Jeff Ritter
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The veteran rock ensemble are just hitting their stride when their peers are contemplating retirement. |
Coldplay, Twisted Logic 2005 Concert TourConcert Review - Aug 18, 2005 - By Scott Juba
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The truly amazing quality about Coldplay's live performances is that the band actually sounds better in person than they do on their studio albums. |
Conan O'Brien, "The Legally Prohibited From Being Funny on Television Tour"Concert Review - Apr 13, 2010 - By Raul Burriel
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Conan O'Brien may not be allowed to crack jokes on TV for a while, but that's a win for us who finally get to see him in person. |
Drive-Thru Records CMJ ShowcaseConcert Review - Sep 21, 2005 - By Glen Levy
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Six bands attempt to impress at the Drive-Thru Records showcase at CMJ. |
Fueled By Ramen & Friends TourConcert Review - Apr 20, 2005 - By Tony Pascarella
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Fall Out Boy's headlining tour with Gym Class Heroes, The Academy Is, Silverstein and special guest Paramore left more than a few fans walking away with their dancing shoes on. While I caught this tour toward the tail end, it's still one of my favorites, despite some flaws. |
George Thorogood & The Destroyers 2006 TourConcert Review - Jul 28, 2006 - By Paul Schultz
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If Thorogood is ever arrested and accused of being a rock 'n' roller, he'd be found guilty. |
Hanson Live and Electric 2005 Concert TourConcert Review - Nov 3, 2005 - By Rachel Jaffe
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The Hanson Brothers reintroduce themselves to college audiences with a minimum of hype, and a maximum of musicianship. |
Howie Day 2004 Concert TourConcert Review - Dec 21, 2004 - By Scott Juba
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In an era of synthetic pop icons, Day's pure sound is the definition of what music should be. |
Jackson Browne Still Not Running On EmptyConcert Review - Nov 4, 2012 - By Jeff Ritter
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The Hall of Fame musician jams with a couple thousand friends at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. |
Jerry Seinfeld - In ConcertConcert Review - Oct 1, 2001 - By Raul Burriel
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Some months ago I heard the news on the radio that Jerry Seinfeld was coming to Montreal to do a concert. The news came as quite a surprise as I wasn't even aware he was touring (as it turns out, he really isn't... he's just going to a few places and telling a few jokes - call it a tour if you like). |
Jimmy Eat World 2004-05 Concert TourConcert Review - Jan 12, 2005 - By Tony Pascarella
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Jimmy Eat World's stop in Fort Lauderdale was a sight to see, and left an impression on all involved. This is one live act you can't afford to miss. The concert also featured Reuben's Accomplice and Elefant. |
Kelly Clarkson Breakaway TourConcert Review - Apr 12, 2005 - By Scott Juba
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After being crowned the champion of American Idol's first season, Kelly Clarkson has become a music mega-star. A testament to her star power, Clarkson drew a capacity crowd Saturday, April 9th, at the Palace Theater in Cleveland, Ohio, for her "Breakaway" concert tour. |
Kenny Chesney Somewhere In the Sun TourConcert Review - Jul 12, 2005 - By Paul Schultz
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This summer's hottest country music tour is quite a show to behold, with opening acts Gretchen Wilson and Pat Green. |
KT Tunstall/Tom McRae at The Living Room, 'The Hotel Cafe Tour'Concert Review - Sep 17, 2005 - By Glen Levy
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Two of Britain's brightest singer songwriters wow the CMJ in New York. |
Loverboy 2006 TourConcert Review - Jul 20, 2006 - By Paul Schultz
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The kids were hot tonight as the Canadian rock group sounded as great as they ever have in their twenty-five plus years of touring. |
Madison County Enjoy the Ride 2006 Summer TourConcert Review - Aug 16, 2006 - By Paul Schultz
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This seven-piece country band put on a sensational visual and musical show, soothing the troubled hearts of down-on-their-luck folk. |
Maroon 5 2004 Concert TourConcert Review - May 21, 2004 - By Scott Juba
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Ever since the release of the smash hit single, "Harder To Breathe", and the success of their debut album, "Songs About Jane", Maroon 5 has been one of the hottest acts in the music industry. A rock band on the surface, Maroon 5 has an R&B core that defines their unique sound. |
Michael W. Smith 2006 TourConcert Review - Aug 13, 2006 - By Paul Schultz
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With a (nearly) full moon rising behind him, Smitty introduced a handful of new songs to go along with plenty of praise-and-worship favorites. |
Nine Inch Nails: Lights in the Sky over North America 2008 TourConcert Review - Aug 21, 2008 - By Jeff Ritter
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Twenty years since he began, Trent Reznor still knows how to rock the roof off! |
REO Speedwagon 2006 TourConcert Review - Jul 24, 2006 - By Paul Schultz
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REO Speedwagon "keeps on rollin'" as Dave Amato plays all his guitars, and Kevin Cronin verbosely introduces a trio of new songs. |
Return To Forever IV with Zappa Plays ZappaConcert Review - Aug 27, 2011 - By Jeff Ritter
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The single most amazing music experience I have ever witnessed. |
Santana with Michael Franti & SpearheadConcert Review - Sep 12, 2011 - By Jeff Ritter
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The king of Latin-infused rock guitar rocks the Fox Theatre in St. Louis. |
Sarah McLachlan Afterglow 2004 Concert TourConcert Review - Aug 30, 2004 - By Scott Juba
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Whether you go into one of McLachlan's concerts as a casual fan (like I did) or as one of her most devoted followers, you will undoubtedly come away with a deeper appreciation for her music and her immense vocal talent. |
Spitalfield 2005 TourConcert Review - Jul 11, 2005 - By Vince Victoria
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Spitalfield and Gatsbys American Dream are worth the price of admission for this 5 week summer tour alone. They've also brought along the Down To Earth Approach and fellow Victory Records band Action Action. |
Steven Curtis Chapman - Summer Tour 2005Concert Review - Aug 15, 2005 - By Paul Schultz
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It was a bit incongruous to see Contemporary Christian Music artist Steven Curtis Chapman come out on a stage that was surrounded by huge Miller Lite beer banners, but Jesus Christ was front-and-center for this spirit-filled evening of song and testimony. |
Sting Heats Up St. Louis With His Sensational Summer TourConcert Review - Jun 7, 2012 - By Jeff Ritter
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The ageless musician with the peerless voice still puts on one heck of a show. |
Stomp, January 2013Concert Review - Jan 12, 2013 - By Jeff Ritter
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The unique masters of "found music" is an act not to be missed! |
Straight No Chaser Rocks The FoxConcert Review - Oct 25, 2011 - By Jeff Ritter
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The a cappella sensation holds their own against stiff competition in the greatest baseball town in America. |
Straight No Chaser Triumphant in Fox ReturnConcert Review - Nov 11, 2012 - By Jeff Ritter
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The word is out on the vocal sensation from Indiana University as they fill the Fox Theatre. |
Switchfoot with Sleeping at Last Tour 2005Concert Review - Aug 24, 2005 - By Paul Schultz
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Former surfers Switchfoot put on a high-energy, rocking show, featuring lead singer Jon Foreman climbing up everything within reach. |
The Simpsons in the FleshConcert Review - Jul 22, 2002 - By Raul Burriel
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I have seen "The Simpsons in the Flesh," and now I can die. |
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "The Mojo Tour"Concert Review - Jul 19, 2010 - By Jeff Ritter
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After all these years, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers still have their mojo. |
Trace Adkins 2005 TourConcert Review - Aug 3, 2005 - By Paul Schultz
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Rugged country star Trace Adkins brought his deep baritone voice and sense of humor to a packed county fair in Wisconsin. |
Warped Tour 2005 (Pompano Beach, FL)Concert Review - Aug 18, 2005 - By Tony Pascarella
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11 years in the making, Warped Tour looks for its best season yet. While there's an obvious lack of beef in the headlining acts, the supporters more than make it worth the price of admission. |
Yo La Tengo and Times New Viking Magical Winter Tour 2010Concert Review - Jan 25, 2010 - By Paul Schultz
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For this Johnny-come-lately to the repertoire of these college indie darlings, it was an evening of accessibility and cacophony. |
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