Articles by Kirstine Walton

About Kirstine Walton

Kirstine moved from the UK to Chicago in 2011, and has fallen in love with the city and its music scene. She enjoys combining her two biggest passions – music and photography. If there is a band with a guitar playing, chances are she’ll be there…camera in hand. Kirstine went to her first live concert at 7 years old, and hasn’t looked back since!

Joanna Connor Announces New Album

January 13, 2021 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Chicago-based blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter, Joanna Connor, will be releasing her new album 4801 South Indiana Avenue on February 26.

Todd La Torre Releases First Single From Solo Album

December 11, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Today, Queensrÿche frontman Todd La Torre has released “Darkened Majesty” from his upcoming debut solo album.

Weight of the False Self by Hatebreed

November 25, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Hatebreed returns with their eighth studio album Weight of the False Self which is classic Hatebreed with a few surprises thrown in.

The Smashing Pumpkins Commemorate 25th Anniversary of Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness

October 22, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

The Smashing Pumpkins’ Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness is 25 years old and the band has announced what they’re doing to mark the occasion.

NIVA Announces Schedule for #SOSFEST

October 15, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

#SOSFEST is a three-day music festival which will benefit independent music venues who are at risk of closing due to COVID-19 closures and restrictions.

Alice Cooper Wants to be Elected

October 15, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Legendary Alice Cooper has released his 2020 presidential election campaign video to accompany his classic 1972 hit “Elected.”

Pressure by Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown

October 14, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Pressure, set for release this week, will be Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown’s fourth album, and boy is it an impressive one!

Five Finger Death Punch Confirms New Lineup

October 13, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

After speculation following a since-deleted video posted by Jason Hook, Five Finger Death Punch confirms he is no longer part of the band.

Davy Knowles at the City Winery in Chicago, IL

October 8, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

We were beyond excited to cover our first live show since March, and who better to draw us out of hibernation than Davy Knowles.

Smith & Myers Announce Second Upcoming Album

September 25, 2020 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Brent Smith and Zach Myers have announced they will be releasing a new studio album that will be coming out next month.