rock

Styx | Place Bell | Montreal Concert Photographer

There is old school rock, and then there is Styx.  The legendary rock band, which originally got together back in 1972, has gone through some lineup changes over the years, mostly noticeably with new singer Lawrence Gowan.  Some fans believe that Styx songs should only be sung by ex-singer Dennis De Young, others like me,… Continue reading Styx | Place Bell | Montreal Concert Photographer

Thirty Seconds to Mars | Place Bell | Montreal Concert Photographer

Brothers Jared and Shannon Leto brought their little rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars to Laval’s Place Bell last night, to the delight of their fans who had flags and signs showing their love for the group. From the fan’s reactions, most were there to see younger of the two brothers Jared, who is an… Continue reading Thirty Seconds to Mars | Place Bell | Montreal Concert Photographer

U2 iNNOCENCE & eXPERIENCE 2 | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer

What is there left to say about a legendary band like U2 ?? They have been a staple for many generations and they keep putting out new songs and keep getting new fans. Last night was the first of two shows (sold out I believe) at Montreal’s Bell Centre, and even if this is their… Continue reading U2 iNNOCENCE & eXPERIENCE 2 | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer

The Damn Truth | Theatre Corona | Montreal Event Photographer

Coming off their North American tour, which brought them to places such as the famous Whisky A Go Go in LA and the Rock Legends Cruise, Montreal’s own The Damn Truth closed out the tour in a sold out Montreal Corona Theatre. I don’t think they headlined a show in the city since their 2016… Continue reading The Damn Truth | Theatre Corona | Montreal Event Photographer

Theory of a Deadman | MTelus | Montreal Concert Photographer

Theory of a Dead Man (or sometimes just Theory) were rocking at Montreal’s MTelus last week. The BC alt rock band were in fine form during their set, even though photographers had to deal with some … unique restrictions. For many decades, there has been a standard of 3 songs and then we are out.… Continue reading Theory of a Deadman | MTelus | Montreal Concert Photographer

The Jim Cuddy Band | Corona Theatre | Montreal Concert Photographer

Jim Cuddy had a 2 night set at Montreal’s Corona Theatre closing off his latest album tour, Constellation.  We usually associate Jim Cuddy with Blue Rodeo, but he has also put out 4 solo albums over the years.  A true Canadian music icon, the fans were in for a treat during the sold out shows.… Continue reading The Jim Cuddy Band | Corona Theatre | Montreal Concert Photographer

Ascot Royals | MTelus | Montreal Event Photographer

I rarely post up an opening band’s images before the main band. But this is the second time I get to photograph Ascot Royals. First time is when they opened for Big Wreck at the Corona in early 2017. This time, the Toronto rock quintet was opening for Canadian music heavy weights Matthew Good and… Continue reading Ascot Royals | MTelus | Montreal Event Photographer

Uriah Heep | Theatre Corona | Montreal Event Photographer

  I have to admit, I wasn’t expecting what Uriah Heep brought to Montreal’s Corona Theatre last night. See… I don’t know the band well. Apart from a few hits, and knowing that they have been around since the late 60s, early 70s, I was somewhat going in blind. I did my usual googling of… Continue reading Uriah Heep | Theatre Corona | Montreal Event Photographer

The National | MTelus | Montreal Concert Photographer

When you need to be escorted through the crowd to the front by security, you know that the show is pretty sold out. On their first of two nights at Montreal’s MTelus, The National put on an outstanding show! I hadn’t photographed the band in a few years. In fact, last time I caught part… Continue reading The National | MTelus | Montreal Concert Photographer

A Perfect Circle | Place Bell | Montreal Photographer

In what is being called the rock concert of the year, “supergroup” A Perfect Circle was at Laval’s Place Bell a few nights ago.  Why a supergroup?  The singer is Tool frontman Maynard James Keenan.  The band once had rock powerhouses from various other groups such as Primus (Tim Alexander), Marilyn Manson (Twiggy) and Pixies (Paz).  The… Continue reading A Perfect Circle | Place Bell | Montreal Photographer

Imagine Dragons | Bell Centre | Montreal Photographer

American rock band Imagine Dragons were in town late October, playing in front of some pretty feverish fans at Montreal’s Bell Centre.  They have been around for almost ten years, but really gained exposure back in 2012 with the release of their first studio album… and their popularity just keeps rising.  From being named Breakthrough… Continue reading Imagine Dragons | Bell Centre | Montreal Photographer

Roger Waters | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer

  It is a rare chance to get to photograph an artist who has shaped an industry.  Someone who has had their music play as the soundtrack to many people’s life.  So getting the go to photograph Roger Waters, founder of Pink Floyd, at Montreal’s Bell Centre on the first of his three nights was… Continue reading Roger Waters | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer

Eagles of Death Metal | MTelus | Montreal Concert Photographer

Californian rockers Eagles of Death Metal were in town at the MTelus, opening for heavy metal heavyweights Mastodon (Mastodon shots are right —-> here), bringing their catchy pop-esque rock and high energy act to the stage. Smiles, dancing and bobbing and even some drum and bass solos were a perfect way to warm up (can… Continue reading Eagles of Death Metal | MTelus | Montreal Concert Photographer

Arcade Fire | Centre Bell | Montreal Event Photographer

Just shy of 15,000 fans were present and excited to see hometowners Arcade Fire on their second stop of their Everything Now tour.  An original stage setup, where there is a boxing ring in the middle of the arena, gave fans from all sides loads to see.  Somewhat impressive visuals added to the moment.  Fans… Continue reading Arcade Fire | Centre Bell | Montreal Event Photographer

Metallica | Parc Jean-Drapeau | Montreal Event Photographer

The mighty Metallica.  Is there a single metal band that has attracted so many fans for so long?  They are pretty much legendary and they arrived in Montreal yesterday with their WorldWired Tour 2017.  I got the chance to cover the band for iHeartRadio and CHOM 97.7, and in a month of covering some nostalgic… Continue reading Metallica | Parc Jean-Drapeau | Montreal Event Photographer

Red Hot Chili Peppers | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer

I can check another group of my youth of my list of band’s to photograph… the Red Hot Chili Peppers were in town a few nights ago and I was one of the lucky 6 to be in the pit to photograph them. The Bell Centre seemed full, with people up in the stands all… Continue reading Red Hot Chili Peppers | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer

Me First And the Gimme Gimmes | Club Soda | Montreal Concert Photographer

They are a punk super group.  They are a party on stage.  They are a cover band.  Consisting of rotating members of bands like NOFX, Lagwagon, Bad Religion, Foo Fighters, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes were in town last night at Montreal’s Club Soda, which was pretty packed. With songs like “Leaving on a… Continue reading Me First And the Gimme Gimmes | Club Soda | Montreal Concert Photographer

The Tea Party | Metropolis | Montreal Event Photographer

There are few voices in Canadian rock (or all of rock) as recognizable as that of Jeff Martin from The Tea Party.  Having their popular days back in the mid to late 1990s, the band broke up in 2005 and reformed in 2011, and have been putting out music and touring ever since. The last… Continue reading The Tea Party | Metropolis | Montreal Event Photographer

Billy Talent | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer

There are bands that are always a sure bet live, and Canada’s Billy Talent is one of them.  Even though they formed waaay back in 1993, their music still stays totally relevant and they keep packing in the crowd at their shows. Their current Afraid of Heights tour was at Montreal’s Bell Centre last night,… Continue reading Billy Talent | Bell Centre | Montreal Concert Photographer