Photo Flashback: Mastodon @ Blue Ridge Rock Festival 2021 — Danville, VA

Virginia’s 4th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival took place last year September 9-12 in Danville, VA. I was in attendance on 9/11 and 9/12, and Mastodon was one of the few bands I photographed that I actually really like (as in actively listen to their music in my free time). Cussing love Mastodon!

Anyway, in this photo flashback we’re looking at some photos of Mastodon from 2021. Be sure to see them in 2022. This year’s 5th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival is taking place September 8-11 at the Virginia International Raceway. Tickets available HERE. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson.

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Photo Flashback: Avatar @ Blue Ridge Rock Festival 2021 — Danville, VA

Avatar (Photo by Andy Jillson)

Virginia’s 4th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival took place last year September 9-12 in Danville, VA. I was in attendance on 9/11 and 9/12, and Avatar was one of several bands I photographed. This year’s 5th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival is taking place September 8-11 at the Virginia International Raceway. Tickets available HERE.

Anyway, in this photo flashback we’re looking at some photos of Avatar from 2021. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson. Enjoy!

Avatar (Photo by Andy Jillson)

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Photo Flashback: Body Count @ Blue Ridge Rock Festival 2021 — Danville, VA

Virginia’s 4th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival took place last year September 9-12 in Danville, VA. I was in attendance on 9/11 and 9/12, and Body Count was one of several bands I photographed. This year’s 5th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival is taking place September 8-11 at the Virginia International Raceway. Tickets available HERE.

Anyway, in this photo flashback we’re looking at some photos of Body Count from 2021. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson. Enjoy!

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Photo Flashback: Suicidal Tendencies @ Blue Ridge Rock Festival 2021 — Danville, VA

*Suicidal Tendencies (Photo by Andy Jillson)*

Virginia’s 4th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival took place last year September 9-12 in Danville, VA. I was in attendance on 9/11 and 9/12, and Suicidal Tendencies was one of several bands I photographed. This year’s 5th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival is taking place September 8-11 at the Virginia International Raceway. Tickets available HERE.

Anyway, in this photo flashback we’re looking at some photos of Suicidal Tendencies from 2021. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson. Enjoy!

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Photo Flashback: Starset @ Blue Ridge Rock Festival 2021 — Danville, VA

Virginia’s 4th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival took place last year September 9-12 in Danville, VA. I was in attendance on 9/11 and 9/12, and Starset was one of several bands I photographed. This year’s 5th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival is taking place September 8-11 at the Virginia International Raceway. Tickets available HERE.

Anyway, in this photo flashback we’re looking at some photos of Starset from 2021. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson. Enjoy!

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Concert Review: Buddy Guy w/ Kingfish @ Capital One Hall 4/2/22 — Tysons Corner, VA

Buddy Guy recently performed at Capital One Hall with special guest Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, and I was there to document my first show in this new venue. The one-time-only show took place in Tysons Corner, Virginia on 4/2/2022. Fortunately, I was approved for a photo pass and received a warm welcome upon arrival. I hope to be back soon.

Anyway, this concert was truly a historical music event. Be sure to check the Official Buddy Guy Website & Kingfish Website for music, news, merch, and tickets for all upcoming tour dates. Continue reading below for my full review. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson.

Concert Review: Knotfest Roadshow 2021 — New Jersey & Virginia

Well, I was fortunate to see Slipknot twice this year on the Knotfest Roadshow. I made the trip to BB&T Pavilion in Camden, NJ on 10/12/21, and also attended their show at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on 10/13/21. Both performances were top notch, but the show in New Jersey was my favorite. The fans in Camden were fuckin’ nuts! The woman in the sit next to mine cried sporadically throughout Slipknot’s entire performance. Intense.

Be sure to check the Official Slipknot Website for music, videos, news, and all upcoming tour dates. Continue reading below for my full concert review. All images copyright and courtesy of Anthony Scanga. Much gratitude to Costa Nostra PR for making this happen.

Show Preview: Korn @ Jiffy Lube Live 8/11/21 — Bristow, VA

Korn will be rocking out for tens of thousands of rabid metal fans at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on 8/11/21. This show is going to be insane. We’ve all been waiting for a good metal show, and now we have one. Thank the metal gods! The 28-date run with Staind is bound to be something special. This tour will give rock fans a chance to see two of the biggest names in rock music perform on the same stage.

Tickets for this show and Korn’s other upcoming performances can be purchased at kornofficial.com. Select tickets are also available now for $20 at returntolive.livenation.com. Continue reading below for more information.

Show Preview: Blue Ridge Rock Festival 2021 — Danville, VA

Virginia’s 4th annual Blue Ridge Rock Festival will be taking place this year September 9-12 at the Blue Ridge Amphitheater in Danville, VA. Once again, the festival organizers have gone out of their way to provide an entirely “fan-driven” artist lineup. This musical event will be one of the best of the year!

Headliners for this year’s Blue Ridge Rock Festival include Rob Zombie, Rise Against, Breaking Benjamin, Five Finger Death Punch, Megadeth, Papa Roach, and Shinedown. I’m personally looking most forward to performances by Gojira, Lamb of God, Mastodon, and Anthrax. View full line-up and/or purchase tickets at blueridgerockfest.com. Continue reading below for more information.

Photo Flashback: The Infamous Stringdusters @ B Chord Brewing 4/16 & 4/17/21 — Round Hill, VA

*The Infamous Stringdusters (Photo by Andy Jillson)*

The Infamous Stringdusters played three sold out shows in a row at B Chord Brewing in Round Hill, VA last weekend. I was there covering their performances on Friday (4/16) and Saturday (4/17). These were the Stringdusters’ first shows in over a year. The band and crowd alike were overjoyed and full of positive energy. A good time was had by all.

Anyway, in this photo flashback we’re taking a glimpse into the world of post-COVID concerts. Be sure to check out the Official Infamous Stringdusters Website for music, videos, merch, and upcoming shows. Continue reading below for more shots of The Infamous Stringdusters performing for sold out crowds in the mountains of northern Virginia. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson.