Sara Bareilles performing at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, CA on October 12, 2026. All photos taken by Ginger Gordon.
Kelela | Brooklyn
Kelela performing at Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, NY on October 9, 2026. All photos taken by Sharron Lou.
LØLØ | Los Angeles
LØLØ at The Roxy: Intimate Night of Pop-Rock Chaos and Unfiltered Girlhood
The Roxy was buzzing before LØLØ even hit the stage. On her God Forbid A Girl Goes On Tour run, she brought out a perfect mix of pop-rock, edgy anthems, and brutally honest feelings to the crowd that felt more like friends rather than a bunch of strangers.
Between the slow songs with lights beaming in the air to screaming lyrics and infectious energy, her “talk out loud with her diary” skit was the moment of the night, raw, vulnerable, and refreshingly real. LØLØ also revisited her rise to viral, long awaited POV response to the Plain White T’s “Hey There Delilah,” bringing back her former tour opener, GUS, for a full circle moment to perform with her.
With the balance of high energy, pop-rock and unfiltered vulnerability, LØLØ’s concert at The Roxy captured everything that makes her a compelling artist. From the high energized dancing to the more personal moments between songs, the show maintained its connectedness without losing any energy or momentum
Words and photos by Samantha Moschetti
The Midnight | Columbus
The Midnight performing at KEMBA Live! in Columbus, OH on October 12, 2026. All photos taken by Kayla Kreller.
Love Spells | San Francisco
Love Spells performing at August Hall in San Francisco, CA on October 12, 2026. All photos taken by Evan Twiford.
Medium Build | New York City
Medium Build performing at Webster Hall in New York City on October 9, 2026. All photos taken by JoAnn Snavely.
The Format | New York City
The Format performing at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on October 9, 2026. All photos taken by Daniel Krause.
SYML | Chicago
SYML (with support from Roger Weeks) performing at Thalia Hall in Chicago, IL on October 8, 2026. All photos taken by Lalo de Armas.
Jane Remover | Portland
Jane Remover performing at Revolution Hall in Portland, OR on October 6, 2026. All photos taken by Maddie Stellingwerf.
Artemas | Atlanta
Artemas (with support from Henry Morris) performing at The Tabernacle in Atlanta, GA on October 7, 2026. All photos taken by Alyssa Hudson.
Sleeping With Sirens | Anaheim
Sleeping With Sirens performing at House of Blues in Anaheim, CA on October 5, 2026. All photos taken by Jay Trinh.
Bailey Spinn | Los Angeles
Bailey Spinn performing at The Regent Theater in Los Angeles, CA on October 3, 2026. All photos taken by Samantha Moschetti.
Sabaton | Winnipeg
Sabaton brought their massive live show to a sold out Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg on October 1st, turning the historic venue into a full on metal battlefield. With Wings of Steel opening the night before Pop Evil took the stage, the crowd was already warmed up with both bands bringing the energy and ready for a night of heavy riffs and big anthems.
When Sabaton finally took the stage with “Ghost Division,” the energy in the room immediately went through the roof. The band kept that momentum going with “Yamato,” “The Red Baron,” “The Last Stand” and “Stormtroopers,” giving fans plenty of opportunities to sing along from the very beginning.
The set continued with a strong mix of Sabaton classics and newer material, including “Christmas Truce,” “Soldier of Heaven,” “Night Witches,” “The Attack of the Dead Men,” “Bismarck,” “Fields of Verdun” and “Hordes of Khan.” “Christmas Truce” brought the lights down at the burt with everyone shining their cell phones all throughout the sold out venue.
As the show moved toward its final stretch, the energy only continued to build. “Templars” led into “Primo Victoria,” one of the biggest singalongs of the night, followed by “Swedish Pagans” and “To Hell and Back” to close things out. By the final notes, the entire theatre was still completely locked in.
Sabaton have mastered the ability to make a theatre show feel like an arena production, especially with fire production in their set and the Winnipeg stop was no different. With a sold out crowd, huge choruses, powerful performances and a set packed with fan favourites, Sabaton delivered exactly what their fans came for, a loud, energetic and memorable night of metal.
Words and photos by Mikey Jablonski
Bayonne | Chicago
Bayonne (with support from bad snacks) performing at Lincoln Hall in Chicago, IL on September 30, 2026. All photos taken by Lalo de Armas.
Anberlin | Dewey Beach
Anberlin performing at Bottle & Cork in Dewey Beach, DE on September 18, 2026. All photos taken by Martina Rexrode.
Touch Grass Music Fest | Orlando
Touch Grass Music Festival 2026 brought the internet into the real world, creating a space where hip-hop, R&B, gaming, anime, and online creator culture could come together under one roof, or, in this case, under the Florida sun. Produced by TouchGrass TV, an online creator collective known for its connection to digital communities, the festival offered a different take on the traditional music festival experience.
Named after the popular internet expression “touch grass,” the event embraced the idea of stepping away from screens and connecting with people through music, shared interests, and live experiences. With a lineup featuring PARTYNEXTDOOR, JID, Aminé, Flo Milli, Cochise, Monaleo, and several other rising and established artists, the festival could appeal to both dedicated music fans and internet culture enthusiasts.
The festival's biggest draw was its combination of melodic R&B, lyrical hip-hop, alternative rap, and energetic performances. PARTYNEXTDOOR's headlining set especially appealed to fans drawn to moody production, emotionally charged lyrics, and contemporary R&B. His music creates an intimate atmosphere that can turn a large outdoor crowd into a collective singalong.
What distinguished Touch Grass from a conventional concert lineup was its cultural identity. The festival's connection to gaming, anime, and internet communities let it become more than a place to watch artists perform. It aimed to bring together people whose shared interests often develop online but lack dedicated spaces to meet in person. Rather than making every moment revolve around the two stages, the festival's format encouraged attendees to explore different performances, browse merchandise, grab food, and socialize between sets.
Artists increasingly build audiences through social media, streaming, online communities, and viral moments. By pairing music with online creator culture, the festival reflected how many younger fans discover music and form their identities.
Touch Grass Music Festival truly sets itself apart from the established identity of Orlando's festival landscape. It offers a unique experience that differs from most music festivals in recent memory — something that this generation is becoming more vocal about — authentic and real experiences that bring us together beyond the screen.
Words and photos by Ryan-Samuel Borromeo
Foster The People | St. Louis
Foster The People performing at Saint Louis Music Park in St. Louis, MO on September 30, 2026. All photos taken by Michelle Zigler.
Edgehill | New York City
Edgehill performing at Bowery Ballroom in New York City on September 27, 2026. All photos taken by Janae Stewart.
Sawyer Hill | New York City
Sawyer Hill performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on September 29, 2026. All photos taken by Jessie Eshak.
Two Door Cinema Club | Philadelphia
Two Door Cinema Club performing at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, PA on September 26, 2026. All photos taken by AnnaMarie Otor.