Any chance to get some new live photos of the mighty Acid Bath, you know we’re going to take it. Hence why when they rolling into Sayreville, New Jersey to play at the Starland Ballroom, we jumped right at the chance and got our intrepid photographer Jess Ripper out to those parts.
What resulted was the photo galleries below, full of expertly composed concert photography of not just Acid Bath, but Baroness, Blood Vulture, and The Skull, as well. So whether you were there on the 7th or you just want to live vicariously through these images, we got you covered.
As always, a big thanks is in order for Jess Ripper, who was at the show to take these great photos. Comment on how good her work is down below. Oh and feel free to follow her on Instagram at @jess1ripper.
Boundary-pushing artist Kid Bookie is back with a new single, “Blame”, featuring Corey Taylor of Slipknot. The track arrives with an official visualizer and continues the artist’s run of collaborative releases.
The new song follows “Rose McGowan”, which featured Rose McGowan and drew attention across both music and film circles. That release stood out for its direct approach and the pairing of two distinct voices.
With “Blame”, Kid Bookie moves further into personal territory. The track reunites him with Corey Taylor, also known for his work with Stone Sour, and focuses on themes of accountability, growth, and self-reflection. Their working relationship goes back years, and this release builds on that history with a more stripped-back and direct approach.
Speaking about the track, Kid Bookie shares: “Over the years, facing myself and the reflection that comes with the mirror isn’t always an easy one. Accountability is the removal of ego and pride to see beyond your own nose, to allow yourself the room to grow via ownership of your actions. I’m around some of the best people who practice that in more ways than one. Corey and I have been working with each other for nearly a decade, but I feel this record is a coming of age, even for us. New territory, but familiar approach to make sure we embolden each other through music. This song is almost a therapy session for me, and not just via my own lyrics, but to how Corey has made me feel by exposing himself so bare in this record, truly an honor to keep pushing the envelope with someone who has just pushed it as far as it can go, but has completely revamped what the envelope fu*king is.”
Corey Taylor adds: “Books is one of my favorite people, not just artists, and every time he comes to me with an opportunity to create with him, I’m always excited because I know I’m going to hear something I’ve never heard before. “Blame” was so good the first time I heard it, I signed on without even knowing what I’d do! I’m proud of the song, and I’m proud of him, and grateful to be involved.”
“Blame” shows Kid Bookie leaning into a more open and direct style while keeping the intensity that has defined his work so far. The track is built on that tension, combining heavy sound with personal subject matter.
The single also points toward a new full-length release expected later this year. Details are still limited, but the upcoming record is set to expand on the direction heard in “Blame”, continuing Kid Bookie’s mix of experimentation and personal themes.
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Rise Against have announced a new run of U.S. headlining dates set for this fall, bringing Alkaline Trio along as support.
The tour begins September 22 in Dallas, Texas at South Side Ballroom and will move through major cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Phoenix, Milwaukee, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco.
The band is currently on the road across Canada and select U.S. stops with Destroy Boys, Koyo, and Speed Of Light, keeping a steady touring pace ahead of the newly announced dates.
Presale access opens Wednesday, March 18 at 10 a.m. local time, with general ticket sales starting Friday, March 20 at 10 a.m. local. Tickets are available through the band’s official website.
Alongside the tour news, Rise Against recently introduced The A.R.T. Project (All Rise Together), a fan-focused initiative tied to their latest album Ricochet, released via Loma Vista. The project centers on collaboration, inviting fans to contribute creatively during a time when connection feels fractured. Supporters from across the band’s 25-year history took part in designing artwork for recent videos for “Damage Is Done” and “Ricochet”.
For decades, Rise Against have stayed consistent in both message and sound. The Chicago-based group built a catalog that reflects unrest and resistance, pairing sharp, melodic hardcore with themes that address social and political tension. Their music continues to carry that weight, keeping the band relevant while holding onto the core approach that defined them early on.
Rise Against Tour Dates With Alkaline Trio:
September 22 – Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom September 23 – Austin, TX – Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park September 27 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater September 30 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17 October 3 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Stage October 4 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore October 6 – St. Louis, MO – The Factory October 7 – Waukee, IA – Vibrant Music Hall October 9 – Council Bluffs, IA – Harrah’s Stir Cove October 10 – Milwaukee, WI – The Rave / Eagles Club October 12 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre October 14 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre October 15 – Albuquerque, NM – Revel Entertainment Center October 17 – Las Vegas, NV – Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort October 18 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Union Event Center October 20 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater October 22 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic October 23 – Irvine, CA – Great Park Live
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Rock icon Ann Wilson, singer-songwriter and founder of Heart, has announced a special 10-city North American screening tour accompanying her forthcoming authorized feature documentary “In My Voice”.
Each evening will feature a high-definition screening of the documentary followed by a live question-and-answer session with Ann Wilson and director Barbara Hall, offering audiences a rare opportunity to hear firsthand stories from one of rock’s most powerful and enduring voices. Attendees will also have access to exclusive merchandise available only at the screenings.
Told in Ann‘s own words, “In My Voice” traces her extraordinary 75-year journey, from a nomadic childhood to the stages of the world’s biggest arenas, and into a bold new creative chapter. Drawing from an extensive personal archive of home movies, photographs, journals, and never-before-seen footage, the film reveals the deeply personal experiences that shaped Wilson‘s artistry and helped lay the foundation for the rise of Heart. The documentary also features commentary from family members, bandmates, fellow artists, and industry figures who witnessed her singular path.
“This film is my story in my own words, told the way I’ve always wanted to tell it,” says Ann Wilson. “It’s about finding my voice, keeping it alive, and sharing the journey with the people who’ve been part of it all along.”
The documentary is directed by Barbara Hall, a Prime-Time Emmy-nominated producer and director known for her work on immersive music and cultural documentaries. With more than 25 years of experience developing and directing original programming, Hall has built a reputation for uncovering powerful human stories. She is a member of the Producers Guild of America, the Guild of Music Supervisors, and the Documentary Producers Alliance, and was honored with the 2025 Women in Film/Nashville Alice Award Trailblazer Award.
“What an honor to tell the story of one of our greatest rock music voices of all time,” says Hall. “Her voice notwithstanding, her story exceeds a scriptwriter’s imagination, and her courage to share her story is inspiring.”
By interweaving past and present, “In My Voice” explores Wilson‘s life against the backdrop of a changing America, from the Vietnam War era and the rise of MTV to the enduring cultural power of rock and roll. The film reveals not only how Ann Wilson shaped the sound of a generation, but how her voice continues to evolve decades later.
“In My Voice” promises to be a landmark documentary that brings Ann Wilson‘s singular journey to the screen with honesty, power, and, of course, heart.
“In My Voice” Documentary Tour Dates:
05/11 – Seattle, WA – The Neptune 05/12 – Vancouver, BC – Rio Theatre 05/17 – Chicago, IL – City Winery 05/18 – Cleveland, OH – Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 05/20 – Nashville, TN – City Winery 05/27 – New York, NY – City Winery 05/29 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Events Center 05/30 – Toronto, ON – The Opera House 06/01 – Boston, MA – City Winery
