New Found Glory Hitting The Big Screen

Just like their name suggests, 'New Found Glory' are still envisioning new glorious ways to delight their fans, after 20 years in the music industry things can get stale but not for 'NFG' as they put a new spin on a nationwide tour. From the screen to the stage is the title of the tour and brings together hits from their back catalog as well as hits from movies we all know and love.

A big blockbuster line up supports the heavy hitters on this tour, 'Jettybones' opens the show with their fresh sound and worthy of feature act as they develop a back catalogue. Next up was personal favorites, 'Free Throw' delivering a rowdy set from their new album which dropped this month, Nov 2019. The passion shines through the record and their live show as they punch out songs from the heart. On this record they brought things back home, "we have struggled personally with mental health issues and have laid a lot out on the line in this revealing record", says lead vocal and guitarist, Cory. They connect with the audience on a sonic level screaming their sorrows aloud, think 'The Swellers' meets 'State Champs'.


Main support is a band who know Madison well, 'Hawthorn Heights'  having record their first album in this city they have grew a grand following from across the world. They play a solid set worthy of any sold out crowd, full of hope and sing alongs, a perfect warm up for pop-punk champions, 'New Found Glory'.




Bursting out on to the stage with movie theme music gets the party started. The 20th century Fox fan fair plays before they bust out into a hit filled set. Cover songs come in the form of, 'Let It Go' from 'Frozen' to 'Accidentally In Love' from 'Shrek' plus many more including costume changes from lead man Chad, even with a broken wrist he projected himself across the stage like a lima at a banana buffet. Another surprise came from a touring guitarist on stage, it just happened to be Ryan lead man of classic band 'Yellowcard', while the band have gone their separate ways, Ryan has not rested being a touring 'NFG' member and producer for new acts. 'NFG' delivered a blockbuster night at this sold out extravaganza, full of highs and more bigger highs. The whole sold out tour shows why this band are still going strong at over 20 years old they still feel fresh as tomorrow.

The Menzingers say goodbye to exile

Although 'The Menzingers' new album is called "Hello Exile" they couldn't be more loved right now as they release another powerful yet personal album. Luckily for us they headed to Madison, Wi to play an intimate show at 'The Majestic'.

Another to great opening acts fill the tour bill, first up is 'Culture Abuse' that strive to be wild, with their awesome cords and unique vocals, if you closed your eyes you could almost feel a 'PIL' or 'Sex pistols' vibe from the sound they delivered. Next was, 'Tigers Jaw' who took a big bite of the action tonight, also delivering their unique sound and aura they blew away the audience. Big things are planned for these guys in the future I sense it.

One band tonight that does not require intuition is, 'The Menzingers' as we all know what their capable of. After six albums they deliver a hit filled set, focusing on the new record did not bother most as they new word for word or danced to the hypnotic rhythms.

Big strides from Tiny Moving Parts

It has been a long time coming but 'Tiny Moving Parts' are making bigger leaps than ever, transitioning from a support act to a headline act on their mammoth nationwide tour.

Speaking of support acts this tour has two great supports both in terms of music and personality, making this tour and show one big community. First up was math rockers, 'Standards' who captivated the audience with their wild and infectious rhythms. Demonstrating that anyone can get lost in the music even if it is without a vocal layer. Ironic to their name, 'Standards' were beyond  your standard two piece as they excelled at their craft.

Likewise, second on the bill, 'Fredo Disco' were perfect at getting the crowd moving and singing along. Surprising considering this is their second only tour and first time in Madison, Wi. As we chatted to Fredo pre show for my podcast he still gets a little nervous heading to the stage but is excited to be able to do what he loves with people he loves. No one can fail to see and hear the appeal of this new band both on record and live as they shine.



'Tiny Moving Parts' deliver a huge chunk of craziness here in mad town as they have everyone on the floor moving and getting involved in this intimate pop punk explosion of hits and dips. Their sound was tight and set list long as they rattled through more tracks than a Foo Fighters discography. Overall, it was an exciting collaboration of people that love playing music for people who love being surround with music and the energy it creates.