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Mirador Captivates at Sold Out Show in Detroit

Rebecca Potzner

In the middle of downtown Detroit, a line swirled around Saint Andrew’s Hall. Dressed in pirate garb, fans waited to see the musical odyssey that is Mirador. 

Co-founded by Jake Kiszka of Greta Van Fleet and Chris Turpin of Ida Mae, Mirador is a four-piece band harnessing the spirit of rock 'n' roll, blues, and folk traditions. Joining Kiszka and Turpin are Mikey Sorbello on drums and Nick Pini on bass and keys. 

For a band with absolutely no music released, the connection was instant. The show was sold out and it was clear the crowd knew they were witnessing something special.

So, what do they sound like? Mirador’s sound is gritty and cinematic. Kiszka and Turpin’s voices blend so harmoniously, it feels like something straight out of a dream. They’ve evoked something timeless without sounding derivative. It’s blues for the modern age, rock with a backbone of folklore, and a kind of haunted soul that lingers well after the amps go quiet.

As a fan first, I find myself utterly captivated by their songwriting and the way their harmonies intertwine. It feels almost beyond words. This is what live music is meant to stir: fire in the soul, ache in the heart, truth in every note. To be in the year 2025 and witness a band breathe such life into the bones of blues and rock 'n' roll is truly something to behold.

This was just one stop on their first headlining tour, but if this show was any indication, Mirador is a band to watch closely.

The story contines to unfold….. 

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For ticket info, visit MiradorBand.com

PHOTOS: Lissie At Ludlow Garage in Cincinnati

Rebecca Potzner

The incredibly talented singer-songwriter, Lissie, played an intimate acoustic show at Cincinnati’s Ludlow Garage on May 1, 2025. No backing band, just her and her guitar. It was a beautiful evening listening to her belt out songs spanning her career.

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Disturbed, Daughtry, and Nothing More Pack Out Heritage Bank Arena

Rebecca Potzner

Celebrating 25 years of The Sickness, Disturbed are out on tour with one hell of a bill. Nothing More and Daughtry open up the show leading up to Disturbed’s two sets featuring The Sickness in it’s entirety plus their greatest hits.

Cincinnati was lucky # 13 on the run, but the tour is still well on it’s way! Check the dates here and catch them on their next stop.

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PHOTOS: Explosions In The Sky at Old National Centre in Indianapolis

Aaron Doster

Check out photos from Explosions In The Sky’s show at Old National Centre in Indianapolis.

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Dream Theater Brings Prog Perfection to Brady Music Center

Rebecca Potzner

Fans of all ages dawning their Dream Theater tees, made their way into downtown Cincinnati on March 19th for Dream Theater’s sold out show at Brady Music Center. 

Celebrating their 40th anniversary as a band, they treated each city to about 3 hours of pure Dream Theater. No openers. One intermission. Pure prog metal bliss. It was an unforgettable night of technical brilliance, emotional depth, and sheer musical power. From the start, the band showcased why they’re the undisputed titans of progressive metal. 

With the anniversary celebration came Mike Portnoy’s return to the band, a celebration in its own right. What a treat to witness the drum powerhouse that is Portnoy alongside John Petrucci’s flawless guitar work. Jordan Rudess brought pure magic to the mix on the keys, John Myung on the bass, and James LaBrie on vocals. 

I couldn’t help but notice throughout the show both Petrucci and Portnoy acknowledged the two younger men rocking out front row. Simple and genuine gestures like that can make fans for life and open the genre to a whole new generation.

This was my first time experiencing Dream Theater live and I hope it wasn’t my last. 

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PHOTOS: Stephen Wilson Jr. Is On Fire - Plays Sold Out Show in Cincinnati

Rebecca Potzner

Stephen Wilson Jr. brought his sold out tour to Bogart’s in Cincinnati on March 6th. Check out photos from the show below.

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PHOTOS: Baby Metal Sells Out The Andrew J Brady Music Center

Rebecca Potzner

Japanese kawaii metal band, BABY METAL, played a sold out Andrew J Brady Music Center in Cincinnati this past weekend. The venue was packed with fans who sang along and rocked out with the band with incredible enthusiasm. Check out shots from the show below and scope out tickets for upcoming tour dates here.

PHOTOS: Asking Alexandria + Memphis Mayfire play Cincinnati

Rebecca Potzner

Dirty Honey & The Band Feel Bring Real, Raw Rock N Roll to Cincinnati

Rebecca Potzner

If you’re craving some good ol’ rock ‘n’ roll, look no further than the Can’t Find The Brakes Tour by Dirty Honey with support from The Band Feel.

Both bands drip every ounce of what pure rock is all about. Sure, they’ve clearly got THE look…but DAMN, do they have the stage presence and sound. Soaring vocals, hearty rhythm, and guitar solos that will shoot through your blood stream straight to your heart.

The tour stopped in Cincinnati, playing the legendary Bogart’s and the energy was palpable. Fans traveled from all over including Sweden to catch the show.

Revving up the crowd, The Band Feel kicked things off with their own take on the iconic 70’s sound. The 4-piece from St. Louis gave us a taste of their EP dropping on October 25th.

Closing out the night, Dirty Honey got down and dirty bringing their discography to life. While each member exudes their own energy, they work SO well together on stage. It was the perfect mix of jamming, crowd interaction, and just a damn good time.

Don’t miss the Can’t Find the Brakes Tour! Check out the tour dates and get your tickets here.

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Pitbull Brings the Party to Cincinnati

Rebecca Potzner

If anyone knows how to throw a party, it’s Pitbull.

The international superstar brought his Party After Dark tour to Cincinnati’s Riverbend for a sold out show to close out their Summer season. With his music spanning a solid decade, it was no surprise that the crowd was comprised of a wide age range and quite a few bald caps.

T-Pain came out strong, dropping his bangers throughout the years and showing off his dance moves.

The lights went dark and it was time for Mr. Worldwide to take the stage! Bright Lights, big screens with neon graphics, and pyro took over along with a full band.

It was exciting to see Pitbull backed by a full band who exuded just as much energy as he did. The saxophonist even came out to the edge of the stage and worked the crowd.

Mr. Worldwide stepped onto the stage with a giant boom and was accompanied by 6 talented and incredibly beautiful dancers. The whole scene felt like a Miami/Vegas party! The energy was high as everyone sang and danced along with the,. Pitbull and the dancers worked the stage and kept the vibes high.

Pitbull was incredibly engaging with the crowd. Throughout the night, he’d invite the crowd to sing along with him (even if we were already doing so). He even took time to chat about the importance of music and coming together as people.

“Music reminds us that we Bleed the same blood, breather the same air. “

With a handful of collaborations, it only felt right for T-Pain to come back out to perform with Pitbull. Dressed in red and yellow suits, the two entertainers jumped around the stage performing ‘Hey Baby (Drop It to the Floor)’. The place was JUMPIN’!

As the night went on, Pitbull really showed us his true colors. He isn’t just a party guy, he also cares about his community. He shared with us a story about a teacher that changed his life and how he went on to open up a school in Miami. He went on to thank the crowd for showing up and supporting him so he can continue to support the school and help open up more schools in other communities.

A grateful king, Pitbull also took time to thank his dancers, his band, DJ, and even his production team. A high energy party is always a good time but a grateful host is truly the cherry on top.

Check out future Pitbull dates here.