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COIN Performs in NYC at Hammerstein Ballroom - WMSC 90.3 FM

COIN is an American pop-rock band formed in 2012 in Nashville, Tennessee. The band consists of lead vocalist Chase Lawrence, guitarist Joe Memmel, and drummer Ryan Winnen. Known for their catchy melodies and vibrant sound, COIN blends indie pop with upbeat rock influences. Their breakthrough came with hits like “Talk Too Much” and “Cinderella,” leading to a growing fanbase. Their sound is so catchy, engaging, and just makes you want to get lost in their music.  
COIN is currently on their I’m No...
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Wallows Performs in Philadelphia on the Model Tour - WMSC 90.3 FM

Nine times out of ten, I’m dancing – and that’s exactly what I did. 
Photos & Review by Lara Ziccardi
Wallows is an indie rock band known for their infectious blend of alternative, pop, and nostalgic sounds. Formed in Los Angeles, the trio crafts catchy melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with youthful exuberance and vulnerability. Their music effortlessly bridges the gap between indie rock’s raw energy and polished pop sensibilities, featuring upbeat guitar riffs, memorable hooks, a...
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Knocked Loose at Stone Pony Summer Stage Asbury Park, NJ 10/6/24 - WMSC 90.3 FM

Knocked Loose is currently on their Fall 2024 tour with special guests The Garden, Drain, and Militarie Gun. Tour kicked off October 4th in Columbus, OH and is expected to run until November 11th and end in Washington D.C. The Kentucky based hardcore band brought their tour to The Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park, NJ on October 6th. Lara Ziccardi, concert photographer and host of WMSC alt-rock music show My Emo Phase, headed down the shore to catch the show. 
 

 
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All Time Low Performs Sold Out Show in Brooklyn for 20-Year Anniversary Tour - WMSC 90.3 FM

All Time Low is an American pop punk band formed in 2003 in Baltimore, Maryland. Known for their energetic sound and catchy melodies, the band gained prominence with their 2007 album So Wrong, It’s Right. They’ve continued to build a solid following with subsequent releases like Nothing Personal and Future Hearts. With a reputation for high-energy live performances and a dedicated fan base, All Time Low remains a prominent name in the pop-punk scene.
All Time Low are on tour for their 20th anniv...
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Two Door Cinema Performs at The Stone Pony Summer Stage, Asbury Park, NJ - WMSC 90.3 FM

On a gorgeous summer evening in Asbury Park, Two Door Cinema Club delivered a performance that was nothing short of spectacular at The Stone Pony Summer Stage. The band, known for their infectious indie pop anthems and high-energy live shows, lived up to their reputation, providing an unforgettable night for fans.
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Two Door Cinema Club is a Northern Irish indie rock band renowned for their known blend of upbeat melodies and clever lyricism. Formed in 2007, the trio—comprising...
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Waterparks peforms at The Fillmore Philadelphia - 3/20/24 - WMSC 90.3 FM

Once it was time for Waterparks to hit the stage, the energy in the room was incredible.
After a nationwide sold-out tour last summer in support of their fifth album INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, Waterparks have returned with their SNEAKING OUT OF HEAVEN tour at The Fillmore Philadelphia on March 20, 2024. Consisting of lead singer Awsten Knight, guitarist Geoff Wigington, and drummer Otto Wood, the Houston trio claimed for months leading up to the tour that it would be their biggest and best one yet,...
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Knocked Loose Performs Sold Out Show in Brooklyn - 5/30/24 - WMSC 90.3 FM

With two sold-out shows in NYC, hardcore band Knocked Loose are currently on tour for their third album You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To. The new album debuted No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Hard Rock Albums chart. 
Originally from Oldham County, Kentucky, Knocked Loose crashed into the Billboard charts with their 2016 debut album Laugh Tracks. Lara Ziccardi, host and DJ of My Emo Phase and concert photographer at WMSC headed into Brooklyn on May 30th to catch the sold-out show. 
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Mom Jeans performs in Sayreville, NJ 3/15/24 - WMSC 90.3 FMKnocked Loose at Stone Pony Summer Stage Asbury Park, NJ 10/6/24

Knocked Loose is currently on their Fall 2024 tour with special guests The Garden, Drain, and Militarie Gun. Tour kicked off October 4th in Columbus, OH and is expected to run until November 11th and end in Washington D.C. The Kentucky based hardcore band brought their tour to The Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park, NJ on October 6th. Lara Ziccardi, concert photographer and host of WMSC alt-rock music show My Emo Phase, headed down the shore to catch the show.
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Ricky Montgomery in NYC - Terminal 5 2/24/24 - WMSC 90.3 FM

Ricky Montgomery is an American singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, CA, although he spent his teen years in the Midwest. He is known for his hits “Like Without a Hook” and “Mr Loverman,” which went viral in 2020. Montgomery is currently on his 2024 U.S. Tour, The Rick Tour: Another Rick In The Wall, to play his incredible new tracks and beloved favorite hits. His new single, “It’s Ok To Cry” has been out since last month. While on tour, Montgomery sat down with WMSC Production Director Marissa T...
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Fit For A King performs Metalcore Dropouts Second Semester in New Jersey - Starland Ballroom 1/28/24 - WMSC 90.3 FM

Fit For A King and The Devil Wears Prada are currently on their second leg of the Metalcore Dropouts tour across the U.S. Joining them for the second semester are Canadian hardcore band Counterparts and Seattle alternative metal band AVOID. On Sunday, January 28th, Program Director Lara Ziccardi headed down to Starland Ballroom to catch the show!

AVOID is a hard rock five-piece hard rock band from Seattle, Washington. Comparing them to the others, they’re the youngest among the other three; but...
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From Ashes To New Perform in New Jersey - Starland Ballroom Concert Review 11/25/23 - WMSC 90.3 FM

Ten years later, rap rock band From Ashes to New has concluded the Blackout Tour Part 1, starring their new album Blackout. Joining them on the tour are Texas natives Catch Your Breath, metalcore rock group The Word Alive, and DJ rap-rock artist Ekoh. On November 25, 2023, Program Director Lara Ziccardi headed down to Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ, to catch her breath and watch the show.
Starting with the first opener, Ekoh was an interesting character. He’s an indie rapper from Las Vegas,...
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Boys Like Girls "The Speaking Our Language Tour" - The Fillmore, Philadelphia 10/30/23 - WMSC 90.3 FM

Known for their hits “The Great Escape” and “Love Drunk,” Boys Like Girls are still kicking it with their new album, SUNDAY AT FOXWOODS. Joining Boys Like Girls for “The Speaking Our Language Tour” are State Champs, The Summer Set, and LOLO. On October 30th, Program Director Lara Ziccardi head to Philadelphia, PA, for the show.



 
Photos by Lara Ziccardi

Known for their hits “The Great Escape” and “Love Drunk,” Boys Like Girls are still kicking it with...
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The Sound of Letting Go Tour: Starland Ballroom - 9/15/23, 9/16/23 - WMSC 90.3 FM

The Sound of Letting Go tour is an eight-week-long tour across the country featuring artists Lauran Hibberd, Grayscale, Gym Class Heros, and All Time Low. WMSC’s Program Director, Lara Ziccardi, headed to Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ.

The Sound of Letting Go tour is an eight-week-long tour across the country featuring artists Lauran Hibberd, Grayscale, Gym Class Heros, and All Time Low. WMSC’s Program Director, Lara Ziccardi, headed to Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, NJ.
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All Time Low - Sherman Theater 6/10/23 - WMSC 90.3 FM

All Time Low is a four-piece alternative pop punk band from Townson, Maryland. Best known for their hits “Dear Maria Count Me In” and “Monsters (feat. blackbear),” these guys have been around since 2003. All Time Low wasn’t in the very first chapter of my emo phase, but they hold a special place in my heart. When I first heard this band back in early 2016, I came across their 2015 album release Future Hearts, the sixth LP of their career, and I have been hooked ever since. Since I first listened...