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Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut September 20, 2024 Photos & Review by Tom Bogus UNCASVILLE, Conn. – The energy was palpable at Mohegan Sun Arena as Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band took the stage for a night filled with timeless classics. The venue was packed, and as soon as Ringo appeared at around 8:15 pm, the crowd was ready for a musical journey that blended Beatles nostalgia, 70s and 80s rock hits, and Ringo’s solo material. Ringo kicked off the evening with “Matchbox,” a Carl Perkins cover that got the audience on their feet. He followed this withRead More →

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Loverboy Xfinity Center Mansfield, Massachusetts July 26, 2024 Photos by Dan Wenc MANSFIELD, Mass. – Loverboy opened up for Sammy Hagar on The Best of All Worlds tour, performing an eight-song set to get the night started. Loverboy is one of the remaining bands of the 80’s that holds a near all original lineup. Original bassist, Scott Smith passed away in 2000 in a boating accident. The band is Mike Reno on vocals, Paul Dean on guitar, Doug Johnson on keyboards, Ken “Spider” Sinnaeve on bass and Matt Frennette on drums. LOVERBOY photo gallery Edit this setlist | More Loverboy setlistsRead More →

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Sammy Hagar The Best of All Worlds Tour featuring Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani and Jason Bonham Xfinity Center Mansfield, Massachusetts July 26, 2024 Photos & Review by Dan Wenc MANSFIELD, Mass. – Summer Nights and Sammy Hagar orchestrating a performance of Van Halen classics and so much more were on tap for this stop on The Best of All Worlds Tour. Joining Hagar was original Van Halen bassist, Michael Anthony, guitar virtuoso Joe Satriani and Jason Bonham on drums. From the moments of walking through the parking lot leading to the venue it was a festive atmosphere for what was about to become an amazingRead More →

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ACE FREHLEY With Aldo Nova & Slaughter Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut May 26, 2024 Photos & Review by Tom Bogus UNCASVILLE, Conn. – The Mohegan Sun Arena was buzzing with excitement as rock enthusiasts gathered to witness Ace Frehley, the legendary guitarist and former member of the band KISS on this stop of his  “10,000 Volts” tour. The night promised a high-voltage spectacle, and it did not disappoint, starting strong with openers Aldo Nova and Slaughter. Aldo Nova kicked off the evening at 7:00 PM with “Monkey on Your Back,” immediately captivating the audience. Their set, a blend of hard rock classics and melodicRead More →

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AVENGED SEVENFOLD Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut March 21, 2024 Photos & Review by Tom Bogus UNCASVILLE, Conn. -Avenged Sevenfold’s “Life is but a Dream” tour at Mohegan Sun was an electrifying spectacle that left fans on the edge of their seats. Kicking off the night with Sullivan King’s high-energy DJ set, the crowd was already buzzing with anticipation. Poppy further fueled the excitement with a captivating performance, setting the stage for Avenged Sevenfold’s grand entrance. As the clock struck 9:10pm, the moment everyone had been waiting for arrived. Avenged Sevenfold burst onto the stage with “Game Over,” setting the tone for an unforgettable evening.Read More →

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BRET MICHAELS With FireHouse Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut February 9, 2024 Photos & Review by Tom Bogus UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Mohegan Sun Arena was set ablaze by the “Parti-Gras Tour” igniting the stage with a double dose of rock ‘n’ roll energy. Kicking off the night was FireHouse, led by original members Bill Leverty and Michael Foster, alongside Allen McKenzie and Nate Peck filling in for vocalist C.J. Snare who is out for some shows do to a surgery. Peck’s vocals soared through hits like “All She Wrote” and “Don’t Treat Me Bad,” setting the perfect tone for a night of nostalgia and high-octane performances.Read More →

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DISTURBED Take Back Your Life Tour With Plush and Falling In Reverse Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut February 10, 2024 Photos & Review by Tom Bogus UNCASVILLE, Conn. – The arena at Mohegan Sun was ignited with energy as Disturbed took the stage for their “Take Back Your Life Tour,” with special guests Falling in Reverse and Plush. Plush, is an all-female band that kicked off the night with an electrifying set, to include a standout cover of “Barracuda,” that left the crowd eager for more. PLUSH photo gallery Falling in Reverse seized the stage next, captivating the audience with hits like “Zombiefied” and “PopularRead More →

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80’s Rock Invasion at Mohegan Sun Arena Featuring Riley’s L.A. Guns, Vixen, Quiet Riot and Stephen Pearcy Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut January 20, 2024 Photos & Review by Tom Bogus UNCASVILLE, Conn. – The 80’s Rock Invasion was a nostalgic journey through some rock n’ roll’s most iconic rock hits. Riley’s LA Guns set an electrifying tone as the opening act, kicking off at 7:30 pm with “Over the Edge,” they treated the audience to a blend of original hits and iconic L.A. Guns covers. Kurt Frohlich’s vocals and guitar, Kelly Nickles on bass, and Scott Griffin on lead guitar showcased a seamless musicalRead More →

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TOOL Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut November 10, 2023 Photos & Review by Tom Bogus UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Tool’s sold-out spectacle at Mohegan Sun Arena was a sonic and visual masterpiece that left the audience spellbound. Opening with the ethereal “Fear Inoculum,” the band seamlessly blended their intricate setlist with mesmerizing visuals displayed on multiple screens behind them. As “Jambi” and “Rosetta Stoned” unfolded, the convergence of colored lights and lasers added a dynamic layer to the performance, enhancing the atmospheric experience. Each song became a journey, accompanied by a visual spectacle that complemented the intensity of Tool’s progressive sound. The seamless transitions between songsRead More →

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WICKED SET TO ROCK ‘HOLLYWOOD HORROR NIGHT’ IN SALEM Saturday, October 28th, 2023 8PM – 12AM at The Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites, 225 Derby St. Salem, MA October 25, 2023 SALEM, Mass. – One of today’s most theatrical rockers, WICKED, is set to perform at the Hollywood Horror Night in Salem, Massachusetts on Saturday, October 28th. The event will be held at the Salem Waterfront Hotel and will also have music by Magic Land Entertainment: DJ Jonathan Santarelli, will feature director of Scare-O-Moanies BORAH!, plus a costume contest hosted by Billy Costa from Kiss 108. Northeast Rock Review’s Michael LaFleche caught up with theRead More →