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 Girl at the Rock Shows https://girlattherockshows.com/2026/03/01/baby-lets-be-saboteurs/ Dave Hause and The Mermaid / William Elliott Whitmore / Adeem the Artist Mar 01, 2026
 Dolores Worrell We were sitting in front of the stage. No seats sat on the wood floor inside the roller rink. We shared a joint with a couple of the band Bob The Bear Hite & Alan Blibd Owl Wilson. Canned Heat / B.B. King Mar 01, 2026
 Acey68 GENESIS GUITARIST STEVE HACKETT DELIVERS A MASTERCLASS IN CINEMATIC ROCK VIRTUOSITY by photojournalist Jeffrey Moelleringng Steve Hackett is practically a living embodiment of the cheeky idiom how “reports about the death of progressive rock have been greatly exaggerated”. His latest Clearwater tour stop titled “Best of Genesis & Solo Gems” was like stepping through a portal into the most vital eras of prog rock, with no trace of shame or apologies for excess required. Performing with a band as sharp and expressive as Genesis itself, Hackett delivered a two-hour plus show that balanced nostalgia, virtuosity, and weighty emotional resonance. Hackett is every bit the well-mannered English gentleman; humble, understated, almost monk like. He doesn’t waste time and gets right down to business, fully respecting the musical IQ of his audience. And when his guitar begins to sing, the room becomes almost like a cathedral. His tone, still hauntingly lyrical after decades, filled the venue with the same clear sustain and majestic phrasing that first defined his Genesis years. Each solo was carefully sculpted, never becoming indulgent. Hackett plays not to show off his clearly impressive technique, but to elevate the music’s message, and that restraint remains one of his superb gifts. It’s clear that Hackett has been an influence on many modern metal gods, with his nod to two-handed tapping and sweep-picking. With Steve, it’s not about how many notes are played, but rather, about playing the right notes, which is the hallmark of a true musician. This current tour features a first set of carefully curated Hackett originals, selected from throughout his voluminous 30 album solo catalog, from 1975 to the present. Hackett played on the first 6 Genesis albums but left the band in 1977 to pursue broader musical horizons and has never looked back. He is always creating, and is no musical prude, dabbling and absorbing all genres, from classical, to world modalities, unorthodox instruments and scales. Each of these varied interests finds an outlet for expression in his compositions, which always challenge the listener to expand what they thought was possible, and to break out of conventional modes of appreciating art. Hackett is almost child-like in his insatiable curiosity, and he brings that to every aspect of his show, which is meticulous in its presentation and execution. Theatrical and state-of-the-art lighting mixes with the sound in a stunning display for the senses that truly present a kaleidoscopic multi-media experience. While Steve’s solo material is captivating, of course the crowd came to hear the classics, and for that Hackett indeed delivered in spectacular fashion. It’s astonishing to consider that he was in his early 20s creating such heady music during those early Genesis years, and that now decades later, new generations of fans approach it anew with the same wonder and appreciation. We are certainly fortunate that Steve has remained so intensely dedicated to his craft, because he is the only original Genesis band member that still plays from the early catalog, treating it with the respect of a curator handling rare art. Vocalist Nad Sylvan evokes the Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins passages with passion, grace and the appropriate emotional intensity. Bassist and 12-string guitarist Jonas Reingold provides supple accompaniment and counterpoint for Hackett, while Rob Townsend added sonic depth on woodwinds and keyboards, Lalle Larsson was an absolute wizard on keys, and Felix Lehrmann did Phil Collins proud on the drum kit. They are truly an international outfit, hailing from the UK, Germany, the US, and Sweden. “Firth of Fifth” was a highlight; Hackett’s signature solo soared, with the audience hanging on every sustained note. The Clearwater crowd became hushed with amazement in their appreciation of such rare artistry. These classic songs didn’t feel like dusty museum pieces; they felt alive, reenergized, and performed with genuine affection. Despite what the grunge years predicted about the demise of prog-rock, Hackett is still a proud progenitor of the craft, one of the few remaining who still create original music, performing it in such a way which is consistently captivating and creative. He is truly an artist’s artist, and it’s why we saw so many local musicians taking the night off to attend his show! I often liken Steve’s shows to “White people’s church”. We ain’t got gospel, but by God we got prog! There is a real care and craft to what Hackett does, and it radiates in every aspect of an evening that is a proper theatrical spectacle. Of course, no Hackett show would be complete without a “Dance on a Volcano”, performed with all the precision that such a dance might entail. Steve Hackett’s shows provide a celebration of some of the most imaginative popular music ever crafted, delivered by artists who play with authenticity, warmth, and ferocious skill. It was a reminder that progressive rock, at its best, is timeless. A superb, heartfelt performance that honors the past while proving Steve Hackett remains a creative force in the present. As we’re reminded by that famous “Dance on a Volcano” refrain - “The music's playing, the notes are right Put your left foot first and move into the light The edge of this hill is the edge of the world And if you're going to cross you better start doing it right Better start doing it right!” Steve Hackett Mar 01, 2026
 RICHARD 13 À la espera 2 Minutos Mar 01, 2026
 Bill McArthur ZP Threat was singer Skid Row Mar 01, 2026
 Martin Hizer Please note, all the videos above were not from this concert, but from the following night! Roger Waters Mar 01, 2026
 GOOTS! This was a part of KROQ's Kevin & Bean Show's "Breakfast with..." series. Listeners who won tickets to the Hollywood Bowl show also gained exclusive access to an intimate performance and a Q&A with the band inside one of the recording studios inside the Capitol Records building. Fans were seated on the floor in front of the band as well as seated in chairs. Radiohead Mar 01, 2026
 GOOTS! As I remember, they came out wearing pajamas for the first half of the show, then an intermission/ costume change before returning and playing a harder second half of the set Grant Lee Buffalo / The Smashing Pumpkins Mar 01, 2026
 GOOTS! Perry Farrell was in the crowd Lush / The Flaming Lips Mar 01, 2026
 johnfcolletti I can tell you SOUTHSIDE got booed off long before he played any more than 3 songs off his Setlist listed here. Rush headlined , not Foghat and I remember Boogie Shoes as part of their Setlist. RUSH never played Dragonfly or whatever the song listed here is. There’s a full Setlist ON Setlist. Foghat / Rush / The Tubes / Southside Johnny / Roadmaster Mar 01, 2026
 Katherine Amy Vega If I recall correctly, Adam Panic and Peachcake performed together here. I have photos of them performing together, but I've been trying to pin down which festival it was. Does anyone else know? Vans Warped Tour 2005 Mar 01, 2026
 Erik Barentine This was the only live show I've ever been to in my life. And it wasn't disappointing. Lock 13 was crap but Soil kicked ass tho!! Soil / Lock 13 Mar 01, 2026
 Katherine Amy Vega The event on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1576590699289119 Aurelio Voltaire / Ego Likeness / The Iris / The Spider Hole / Amnestic Mar 01, 2026
 Tyler Durden Green Day played a song where they swapped instruments: Billy Joe played drums, Mike Durnt played guitar, and Tre Cool played bass. At the end of the set, the band trashed the drum kit, dumped gasoline on it, and set it on fire, then Mike Dirnt tossed a handful of his custom picks into the audience. Pretty rad set! Suicide Machines got the crowd to do an absolutely massive circle pit. Vans Warped Tour 2000 Mar 01, 2026
 Katherine Amy Vega There may have been more bands in this line-up, since I wrote "etc" after the list of bands in my photo album. Scary Kids Scaring Kids / My Darling Murder / The Cover Up / Blessthefall Mar 01, 2026
 Angus Blaikie https://www.punknews.org/article/15672/tours-bouncing-souls-announce-ring-of-fire-dates The Bouncing Souls / The Disables / The Spent Shells Mar 01, 2026
 Katherine Amy Vega I was a huge fan of My Darling Murder, and this was the first time I ever saw Peachcake. What an eclectic line-up! I had never seen a band like Peachcake - I was young and had never heard of The Talking Heads. :) Trik Turner / My Darling Murder / Peachcake / Girl Repellent Mar 01, 2026
 Jason Witt I actually only got to see Bart and Joey because I arrived late. 😥 Bart Crow / Joey Green / Johnny Cooper / Tyler Bond Mar 01, 2026
 Jay O. Tea Professional photos from the show: https://missescapist.com/2026/02/28/heaven-shall-burn/ Heaven Shall Burn / The Halo Effect / The Black Dahlia Murder / Frozen Soul Mar 01, 2026
 Blues-Lover What a great show! Best show we have seen by RBB. It was great music, loved the interaction with the crowd and Ronnie's stories. The band was amazing. Best show ever! Ronnie Baker Brooks Mar 01, 2026