New in 2017: Hearts Unknown Make a Name for Themselves on ‘Without Reason’
Artist: Hearts Unknown
Album: Without Reason (LISTEN)
Released: Dec. 27, 2016
Genre: Alternative Rock/Metal
Tag Archives: metal
PHOTOS: The Originals Music Series Two-Year Anniversary Bash
The first Friday of 2017 marked a celebration two years in the making.
Tonight, We Begin Again
On January 7, 2016, first impressions and fresh starts hung in the cold winter air as I packed my car. I didn’t have a whole lot to bring with me – just some Quinn Spinn shirts from our previous run, a laptop, and my brand new, never-before-publicly-unveiled Lehigh Valley Underground banner. Launch Day was still a week and a half away, but that didn’t matter. I was excited. This time was different.
Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Jan. 2-8
We’ve made it to a new year full of fresh possibilities. No matter your opinion of 2016, one thing is for certain: 2017 promises to hold just as many, if not more, musical treasures for us between now and December 31.
This week, we start it off with some selections that certainly deserve to be called…
Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week!
Tues., Jan. 3 | 8 p.m.
The Slicked Up 9s Open for The Cherry Poppin’ Daddies
Venue: Sellersville Theatre, 136 N. Main St., Sellersville
Admission: $33
Description: Swing all night with jump blues and more as the eastern PA natives start the night for the platinum-selling “Zoot Suit Riot” legends.
Thurs., Jan. 5 | 8 p.m.
The Band of Rivals, Ben O’Neill, Matt Wheeler & Vintage Heart
Venue: Johnny Brenda’s, 1201 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia
Admission: $10 (21+)
Description: Take a field trip to Philly to watch LVU’s Doug Keller do his thing, slappin’ the bass for The Band of Rivals.
Fri., Jan. 6 | 7 p.m.
The Originals Music Series’ Two-Year Anniversary Bash
Venue: Chicago Restaurant, 1179 Airport Road, Allentown
Admission: FREE
Description: Dead:Stop, REVEL 9, and Autoerotica rock The Originals into Year 3. LVU Founder Gerard Longo is the guest emcee.
Fri., Jan. 6 | 8 p.m.
The Balcony Showcase Presents: The Bastard Sons of Burt Sugarman
Venue: Broadway Pub, 62 Broadway, Bangor
Admission: FREE
Description: Mike Roi, Carter Lansing, and Werner Sommer trade songs and stories to kick off the inaugural Balcony showcase.
PHOTOS: The Gin Mill & Grille Xmas Party, feat. Trapt
Northampton’s Gin Mill & Grille played host to a night of rock that was heavy, loud, and — perhaps as a nod to Trapt’s 2010 album — made No Apologies.
Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Dec. 12-18
There’s truly something for everyone on our list this week.
Want hip hop (and conversation)? It’s yours! Hard rock appeals to your tastes? We can help with that! Are you a punk? We know some bands you might like. Want something a bit more traditional for the holidays? We have that, too.
Whoever you are, and whatever you do, you can’t go wrong with this week’s…
Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week!
PHOTOS: Next to None and Another Day Dawns at The Originals Music Series
Thursday marked the 2016 conclusion of The Originals Music Series, and the Fyre & Ice Show-sponsored showcase went out with a (head)bang, featuring Next to None and Another Day Dawns on a night of high-energy, aggressive tunes.
Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Dec. 5-11
The arctic winds are expected to roll into our region this week. However, those of us on the Lehigh Valley music scene are a resilient bunch, and we won’t let it stop us from going outside.
Especially not, when you consider these…
Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week!
The Quinn Spinn, Sponsored by The Valley Ledger: Nov. 21,2016
Here at The Quinn Spinn, we are thankful year-round for your support and listening ears. Today, we give you a special Thanksgiving Week edition of our show, sponsored by The Valley Ledger.
This week’s show includes tunes from far and wide, coming together to give you another eclectic mix. We also have a holiday-appropriate edition of Somethin’ Good, as well as a special message at the end of the show.
Track listing:
REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become (Opening theme)
Christopher Bell – Smokestack Lightning
InRegalia – Rock This House
The Dark Matter Trio – 742
Factory Fast Records’ “Old School Radio” compilation
Drive Band – City Boy
The Days We Don’t – Emily
BisonSound – All the Angles
Stella Nova – Old School Radio
MustardMind – Working for the Bad Guys
Asher Aries – Narcissist
The Kumari – Space Witch
Naberus – Drones
Sixty Miles Ahead – Lost in My Mind
Can’t-Miss Shows of the Week: Nov. 21-27
It’s time to give thanks for the wonders that our music scene beholds for all who will listen, any time of year.
You’ll hear all about just how thankful we are when good ol’ Turkey Day arrives. For now, get ready to hear some great tunes after reading this installment of…