Waterparks performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on December 1, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
As It Is | Philadelphia
As It Is performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on December 1, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Chapel | Philadelphia
Chapel performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on December 1, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Sleep On It | Philadelphia
Sleep On It performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on December 1, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
The Used | Portland
The starry backdrop for the supporting act, the post-hardcore band Glassjaw, was taken down. Behind that hung a large white screen hiding the back half of the stage for the headlining act that night, The Used. The only things placed in front of the screen were three microphones with long fabrics hung from them. Soon after, The Used’s vocalist Bert McCracken walked onstage to a cheering crowd, greeted them, and turned his back to them to face the screen. The low hums of instruments could be heard as he raised his arms. When McCracken dropped his arms and threw his head back the banner fell, lights flashed and surrounded him, and the missing three band members were revealed standing behind the screen to join him in their song Take It Away. The stage was lined with long LED light towers which flashed colors behind the band and created magnificent shadows and silhouettes throughout their set.
On November 28, and near the end of their tour, The Used performed at Portland’s Roseland Theater with support from Glassjaw. The band was wrapping up a tour following the release of their seventh studio album, The Canyon, and celebrating a milestone for the band as well: they’ve been together nearly 17 years. After performing and recording for years, McCracken remains as humble and charismatic as ever. Prior to performing their song The Taste of Ink, he details the early days and forming of the band, something he says he hasn’t done at a show in a long time. He recounts writing the song when he was 17, and now nearly 17 years later he’s still on stage performing the song to a sold out crowd in a city foreign to where he grew up. 17 years after they made waves in the music scene with their self-titled debut, The Used still delivers. They put on an incredible performance that is exemplified by the stage and light setup their crew has put together. They don’t miss a beat, and they sound as good as ever. McCracken still retains the same captivating stage presence; owning and interacting with his crowd masterfully with the experience he’s gained. Their new guitarist Justin Shekoski brings a new layer and perspective to the band, and helped drive The Used into creating a new and universally loved album by fans and reviewers. The Canyon Tour marked a new milestone for the band, began a new era, and brought excitement to fans as they look to the possibilities of The Used’s future.
Words and photos by Joe Hernandez (@thisisbroseph / website)
Knuckle Puck | New York City
Knuckle Puck performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on November 10, 2017. All photos taken by Christina Morgan.
Movements | New York City
Movements performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on November 10, 2017. All photos taken by Christina Morgan.
Homesafe | New York City
Homesafe performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on November 10, 2017. All photos taken by Christina Morgan.
Hoodie Allen | Philadelphia
This past week, the man who does it all, Hoodie Allen, brought The Hype World Tour to Philadelphia! To just call him a performer is an understatement; Hoodie Allen brought the house down at Union Transfer, calling in fans from everywhere to get a glimpse of his hit songs. His energy combined with his incredible talents just makes for an incredible show.
What could make this show even more memorable than cake? An iconic ritual that took place at most, if not all, shows for The Hype World Tour includes cake being thrown into the audience during the even more iconic song, Cake Boy. I can assure you you won’t find that at anybody else's show!
The Philadelphia show was the second to last show of the tour, closing out in New York City the next day. If you weren’t able to catch Hoodie Allen on this tour, no worries! Keep your eye out on his social media accounts that will update you whenever there is anything new going on! Take our word for it: Hoodie Allen is a performer you have to see one day soon.
Words by Madden Levin.
All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Luke Christopher | Philadelphia
Luke Christopher performing at Union Transfer in Philadelphia, PA on November 24, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Myles Parrish | Philadelphia
Myles Parrish performing at Union Transfer in Philadelphia, PA on November 24, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Ghostemane | Virginia Beach
Ghostemane performing at Shaka's Live in Virginia Beach, VA on November 25, 2017. All photos taken by Jamie Langley.
Nedarb | Virginia Beach
Nedarb performing at Shaka's Live in Virginia Beach, VA on November 25, 2017. All photos taken by Jamie Langley.
The Front Bottoms | Orlando
The Front Bottoms performing at House of Blues in Orlando, FL on November 19, 2017. All photos taken by Amanda Laferriere.
Basement | Orlando
Basement performing at House of Blues in Orlando, FL on November 19, 2017. All photos taken by Amanda Laferriere.
Bad Bad Hats | Orlando
Bad Bad Hats performing at House of Blues in Orlando, FL on November 19, 2017. All photos taken by Amanda Laferriere.
Nickelodeon HALO Awards 2017 | New York
Nickelodeon HALO Awards featuring Kelly Clarkson, Kelsea Ballerini, Jacob Sartorious, Why Don't We, JoJo Siwa, Logan Henderson, Hey Violet, and more at Pier 36 in New York on November 4, 2017. All photos taken by Paula Torres.
Mary Lambert | Philadelphia
Mary Lambert performing at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia, PA on November 14, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Macklemore | Philadelphia
Macklemore performing at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, PA on November 13, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Hippo Campus | Gainesville
Hippo Campus performing at High Dive in Gainesville, FL on November 11, 2017. All photos taken by Amanda Laferriere.