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Snap Scene: Social Distortion, Margaret Court Arena, 19th Feb 2023 by Mary Boukouvalas

Following the release of the group’s debut 1983 album Mommy’s Little Monster, Social Distortion’s transformation from pioneers in the then-fertile L.A hardcore scene into a distinctive sonic force to be reckoned with saw the group become one of the few punk bands to be featured on MTV in its 80s glory days and, over time, branching out to cement their now-trademark blend of punk, blues, country and rockabilly. […]

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Throwback Thursday: Snap Scene: The Schizophonics, The Tote – 7th June 2019 by Mary Boukouvalas

The Schizophonics are, in one word, EXPLOSIVE. Their frenzied live performances tap into the same unstoppable combination of rock ‘n’ roll energy and showmanship that fueled the MC5 in the heyday of the Grande Ballroom. When they hit the stage, they grab your attention and don’t let go. They’ve built up a formidable reputation in their home base of San Diego and a fervent following among locals. “One of my favorite live bands ever!” proclaims Tim Mays, who has run the Casbah for over 25 years and seen literally thousands of live bands come through his doors in that time. “The Schizophonics bring the goods every time they play,” he enthuses. “Pat Beers is like a cross between Jimi Hendrix and James Brown – yelping, wailing, shralping the guitar with his left hand while gyrating all over the place; and Lety keeps it real behind the kit.” […]

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Snap Scene: Arch Enemy, Forum, Melbourne 18th Feb 2023 by Paul Miles

Swedish melodic death metal supergroup Arch Enemy performed at the Forum in Melbourne on Saturday 18 February 2023. Formed during 1995, the band has released eleven studio albums, three live albums, three video albums, and four EPs to date – their most recent album being Deceivers, which was released last August. Arch Enemy has been fronted by vocalist Alissa White-Gluz (The Agonist) since 2014, and also includes Michael Amott (Carcass) on guitar, Daniel Erlandsson (Brujeria) on drums, Sharlee D’Angelo (Mercyful Fate, Night Flight Orchestra) on bass, and Jeff Loomis (Nevermore) on guitar. […]