Show Review: Nothing but Thieves bounces back to transform Tucson show
British rockers Nothing but Thieves transformed Tucson’s 191 Toole from eclectic art space to nightclub at the AZ stop of their nearly sold-out tour. Atlas was also in attendance at the band’s Chicago date, and we were lucky enough to come back for more. Singer Conor Mason’s voice had recovered from a bout of illness […]
Show Review: Pub Rock turns pink for YUNGBLUD’s 21st Century Liability tour
Scottsdale’s Pub Rock transformed from its usual dive bar aesthetic into a blinding burst of pink on Friday. YUNGBLUD’s 21st Century Liability Tour stormed into Arizona and tore the roof off. New Heat opened the packed show for their debut live performance. The Phoenix duo of Austin Jones and Chris Crimmins performed unreleased material, along […]
Riot Fest 2018: Weezer, Run the Jewels, much more fill Chicago for one wild weekend
Atlas was fortunate to be part of 2018’s Riot Fest, taking place from September 14-16 at Douglas Park in Chicago. While there were endless bands to watch, one can only fit so many into three days. We saw a lot and we bring you the best of this year’s Riot Fest. The Fever 333 Jason […]
Show Review: DREAMERS cranks up the volume, energy for sold-out Crescent Ballroom
It’s amazing to watch the growth of a band from humble beginnings and just maybe a single on alternative radio stations- if they’re lucky. That was the case with DREAMERS, the alt-rock (emphasis on the rock) group who sold out their third-ever headlining show on Saturday. It was a crazed atmosphere full of pent-up teenage […]
Show Review: Nothing but Thieves powers through illness for sold-out night with grandson, Demob Happy
As a sold out crowd trickled into Metro Chicago, the hype was building for one of the most anticipated tours of the fall. Nothing but Thieves, grandson and Demob Happy did not disappoint. British rockers Demob Happy kicked off the early show with a sound much bigger than their three-piece lineup would suggest. The band […]
Show Review: Bishop Briggs and Joywave take over The Van Buren for joyful show
“I don’t know how they do it,” confessed Bishop Briggs to the crowd at The Van Buren on Sunday night. “They’re just so cool!” She was, of course, talking about Joywave, the group that opened for her first headlining slot at Phoenix’s venue. With her commanding vocals and Joywave’s antics that have solidified them as […]
Show Review: Dylan Gardner throws dance party on Almost Real Tour
Dylan Gardner returned to his old home in the Valley on Wednesday for the penultimate show on his Almost Real Tour. Local indie band Panic Baby opened the evening, bathing the stage in refracted light for a dreamy vibe befitting their set. Helmed by singer Raquel Willand, Panic Baby is ethereal in their musical stylings […]
Show Review: Panic! at the Disco’s bombastic performance lights up Gila River Arena
The year is 20GayTeen and fans turned out and turned up for their queer prince- Brendon Urie. Pop icon Hayley Kiyoko opened the show, her brand of danceable and relatable music getting sections of the early audience out of their chairs. Known in internet circles as “Lesbian Jesus,” Kiyoko’s rise to fame was immediately explained […]
Show Review: Super Whatevr returns to club shows with King Shelter, Beach Goons
Fresh off a huge tour with Sum 41, Super Whatevr returned to Phoenix on Wednesday, bringing their new fans with them. Joined by Beach Goons, King Shelter and local group Adult Feelings, the show was reminiscent of DIY house shows in the very best way. Adult Feelings got the party started, making sure that all […]
Show Review: Knox Hamilton Take Land-Locked Phoenix to a Beachy Seascape
Knox Hamilton hasn’t had the best record with coming to Phoenix. Last time they were supposed to play in the Valley of the Sun, their van broke down, and they had to cut dates while finding a replacement vehicle. Soon after, they were speeding straight through the desert to make it to their next date […]