Tag: concert

Image credit Sanchez Productions, via Wikimedia Commons One dark and stormy Halloweekend night, I realized the time had come for me to apply for an AARP card. It was a Saturday night in November, and Don Toliver was performing at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. I felt over the moon – as I admit, I…

The Sunday show at Dirty Dungarees started with Columbus power trio Brave Face. Their self-described style of “yelling music” consists of a unique blend of emo, screamo, post hardcore, and melodic hardcore, providing ear-pleasing vocal melodies interrupted by the occasional fit of screaming. Despite being played fingerstyle, the bass tone sounds huge, producing a solid…

A cloud of fog ascended over the murmuring crowd, obscuring the stage as band members Wata and Takeshi walked on. Low droning power chords emanated from Wata’s guitar, fostering a palpable sense of anticipation. The stage lights dimmed as lead singer Atuso walked on stage and the crowd fell silent, awaiting his next move. Atsuo…