Atreyu at The Apollo Theatre AC

Atreyu knows how to create an atmosphere centered around having a good time.

Tool at United Center

Stunning production, familiar and new video backing, and a laser-light show paralleled the music.

Killing Joke at United Center

I'll never let you get to me...Survival is my victory.

Oliver Tree at Concord Music Hall

It might be hard to put a genie like Oliver Tree back in the bottle.

Tommy Cash at Concord Music Hall

Tommy Cash understands that the only way to make an impact these days is disruption.

Motionless In White at The Apollo Theatre AC

Onstage presence, dramatic face and body paint, cult-like following. Motionless In White.

Cosmo Sheldrake at Lincoln Hall

The show was as playful as it was spiritual.

Melvins at Metro

The Melvins have been melting faces for the past 36 years with consistency.

Redd Kross at Metro

Redd Kross, founded back in the late 70s, have been around the block many times.

Charlie Cunningham at Schubas

His performance allowed the irony of joy to harmoniously coexist with melancholy.

Neal Francis at Schubas

By the last couple of songs, the show had turned into a full-blown disco.

Periphery at House of Blues Chicago

Periphery took the stage in front of a crowded House of Blues in Chicago.