Sevendust closed out the second night of The Dead / Seven Tour at the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, on August 28, 2026, with a powerful performance that matched the intensity of the sold-out room. From the opening moments, the band delivered the heavy, focused energy that has defined their live shows for decades, with crushing guitars, driving drums and Lajon Witherspoon’s commanding vocals. Witherspoon was a constant presence at the front of

There was something particularly meaningful about photographing Theory of a Deadman at the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, on August 28, 2026. Opening for Sevendust on the sold-out second night of The Dead / Seven Tour, the band brought an energetic performance filled with personality, crowd interaction and unexpected moments. For me, the night carried an added significance: Theory of a Deadman was the opening act at my very first concert, and y

This was my first time seeing New Norde, and they immediately caught my attention. Opening for Soul Asylum at Wally’s in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, on July 29, 2026, the New Hampshire four-piece took the small stage with confidence and delivered a set that felt much bigger than the room. Their two-guitar lineup created a full, layered sound, while the rhythm section kept the performance moving with plenty of energy. What stood out most was how naturally the band fit into t

After working through a few technical issues early in the set, Soul Asylum quickly found their groove and came out swinging at Wally’s in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, on July 29, 2026. The energy spread through the room almost immediately, with the crowd singing along and rocking out from start to finish. Dave Pirner kept things loose with a few well-timed jokes between songs, adding to the intimate, relaxed feel of the night. Outside, the rain was coming down on Hampton Bea