A Day To Remember: The Least Anticipated Album Tour
ADTR Puts on a Show to Remember
A Day To Remember, easily one of the most popular mainstream metal bands, took the stage at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh, NC, this past Tuesday (7/2/24). True to their name, they put on “A Show to Remember.” Accompanied by Pain of Truth, Four Year Strong, and The Story So Far, ADTR wowed not only me but also the thousands of people in attendance with their iconic songs and a party-like atmosphere. My first experience seeing ADTR was in 2021 at the Blue Ridge Rock Festival. At the time, I was not a fan of the metal scene, yet I discovered that just about anyone can have a good time at an ADTR show. From commanding rhythms and beats to CO2 cannons, pyrotechnics, and even beach balls, the show was an intoxicating euphoria. Now, three years later, I am such a big fan of the metal scene and genre that I am volunteering as a mixed media concert journalist just so I can attend more shows. I can’t help but feel that my initial experience with ADTR played a large part in that development.
While ADTR may lean slightly more towards mainstream/pop metal, they definitely showcase an affinity for the heavier side, as evidenced by the first band of the night. Opening the show was Pain of Truth, a band quickly making a name for itself in the hardcore scene. Led by frontman Michael Smith, their set was a visceral, adrenaline-fueled display of anger, attitude, energy, and rage. The lineup includes Nik Hansen and Ridge Rhine on guitars, Chris Rini on drums, and Zach Stachura on bass.
If you’re curious about their pedigree, just look through their features; with names like Terror, Bad Seed, King Nine, Billy Club Sandwich, and many others, it’s evident that this band is destined to leave a mark on the scene. It was clear from the start of their set that those who had arrived in time for the opener were there specifically for Pain of Truth, not just to secure a good spot for the main event. In terms of moshing and reckless engagement, Pain of Truth undoubtedly ignited the most activity I saw in the audience all night.
Taking the stage next was Four Year Strong, a band technically categorized as American easycore/pop-punk from Worcester, Massachusetts. The four-man band consists of Alan Day and Dan O’Connor on guitars and vocals, Joe Weiss on bass, and Jake Massucco on drums. Their most recent album, “Brain Pain,” was released by Pure Noise Records on February 28th, 2020.
They kicked off their set with the title track “Brain Pain,” and proceeded to play a variety of their tracks, including the song” uncooked” from their not-yet-released album “Analysis Paralysis,” due out on August 9th, 2024. The crowd responded energetically to the new material, showcasing the band’s ability to blend catchy pop-punk melodies with hardcore intensity.
The Story So Far, hailing from Walnut Creek, California, took the stage after Four Year Strong. Named after a 2002 song by New Found Glory, with whom they later toured in 2012, the band has gained recognition in the pop-punk realm. Their LP “Under Soil and Dirt” was ranked in Rock Sound’s list of The 51 Most Essential Pop Punk Albums of All Time, alongside other iconic bands like Simple Plan, All American Rejects, Green Day, and The Offspring. However, I found their performance to be lackluster and unenergetic, a sentiment echoed by many fans post-show. Lead vocalist Parker Cannon spent the majority of the set with a subdued demeanor, clutching the microphone and his pants, showing little emotion. This was further reflected in my photographs from the event, where he appeared detached throughout the performance.
ADTR was everything I remembered and everything I hoped for. The audience was thrilled with anticipation, and the energy was palpable. Just like the last two times I saw them, they kicked off with a bang, literally. Confetti cannons fired during their opening song “Sticks & Bricks,” setting the tone for the exhilarating show to come. ADTR’s history is as rich as its discography. They signed what many called a deal with the devil with Victory Records in 2007, and were notoriously mistreated by the label’s owner, Tony Brummel. Credited with ending this mistreatment, they won their lawsuit against Victory, which eventually forced Brummel to sell the company. They continued to release music independently, proving with their album “Common Courtesy” and hits like “Right Back At It Again” that they didn’t need major label backing to succeed. Recent legal troubles led to Josh Woodard’s departure from the band, and he has been replaced by an unnamed and unidentifiable guitarist for their “Least Anticipated Album Tour.” Despite my searches on the band’s Instagram, website, and the internet, I couldn’t find any information about this mysterious guitarist who appears in all the show photos.
After my three songs were up and I was permitted to re-enter the venue, I was eager to recapture the euphoria I had felt previously, now as a more committed fan of the scene. It was upon re-entering that I noticed the venue’s segregation. For me, concerts are a place of equality—especially rock, metal, and hardcore shows—and it didn’t sit right with me that the majority of the audience was excluded from “The Pit” where moshing and crowd surfing take place, simply because they didn’t purchase upgrade tickets. Perhaps I’m more accustomed to bands at festivals or smaller venues, but being unable to get close to the action and feel the energy seemed unfair. While I stayed and enjoyed ADTR from a distance, I found myself constantly on my tiptoes, trying to peer over into the VIP area to gauge the size of the mosh pit or catch some cool crowd surfing. Speaking of which, if you’ve never been to an ADTR concert, they have a unique bit where they encourage the audience to stand/surf on top of someone who is already crowd surfing—a staple of their performances. I believe this division in the crowd is likely a venue regulation, not a tour ploy to make more money.
In the end, this night with A Day To Remember and the rest of the lineup at Red Hat Amphitheater was a full-throttle blast from start to finish, reminding me why I fell in love with the metal and hardcore scene. Despite the slight disappointment with the venue’s segregated sections, the concerts showed that music—especially the kind with guitars cranked up and drums that hit hard—still has the power to unite us. Each band brought something unique to the stage, from Pain of Truth’s raw ferocity to ADTR’s anthemic bangers that had us all reaching for the sky, even if from a distance. And while the mysterious new guitarist for ADTR added an element of intrigue, the night was ultimately about the music and the community it fosters. As the lights went down and the final echoes of the encore faded, I walked away with my ears ringing, my heart full, and a renewed sense of connection to this wildly pulsating world of metal and hardcore music. No matter the barriers, the spirit of the pit—unyielding and wild—lives on in every chord struck and every lyric belted. Tonight, just like that first time at Blue Ridge, I was reminded why this music, this scene, is a relentless force in my life.
See the Full Gallery of the Night Here!
If you captured any shots of the night, feel free to tag us on social media at Shutter 16 Magazine and throw in #Shutter16 and #TwitFromThePit for the world to see.
Tour Dates:
July 9, 2024: Rio Rancho, NM – Rio Rancho Events Center
July 10, 2024: Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena
July 12, 2024: Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena
July 14, 2024: Seattle, WA – WaMu Theater
July 15, 2024: Portland, OR – Theater of the Clouds at Moda Center
July 18, 2024: Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum
July 19, 2024: San Diego, CA – Gallagher Square at Petco Park
July 21, 2024: Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
July 22, 2024: Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
July 24, 2024: La Vista, NE – The Astro Amphitheater
July 25, 2024: Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
July 26, 2024: Milwaukee, WI – The Rave-Eagles Club
July 28, 2024: Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium
Twin Casino
April 11, 2025 at 4:43 pm
Good day very nice site!! Man .. Excellent .. Superb .. I will bookmark your blog and take the
feeds also? I am glad to seek out a lot of helpful information right here in the submit, we need develop extra strategies in this regard, thank you for sharing.
. . . . .
Free Socks5 Private Proxy
April 11, 2025 at 4:41 pm
Hello! This is kind of ooff topic but I need some help from an established blog.
Is it very difficult to set up your own blog? I’m not very techincal but I can figure things out pretty fast.
I’m thinking about making my own but I’m not sure where to begin. Do you have any points or suggestions?
Thanks
Porn Sex
April 11, 2025 at 4:41 pm
I believe this is among the such a lot vital information for me.
And i’m glad reading your article. But want to commentary on few
common issues, The web site taste is great, the articles
is actually nice : D. Excellent activity, cheers
best realtor in San Antonio TX
April 11, 2025 at 4:40 pm
Great post. I used to be checking constantly this blog
I care for such information a lot.
and I’m impressed! Extremely useful information specifically the last phase
I was looking for this certain info for a long
time. Thanks and good luck.
Also visit my homepage – best realtor in San Antonio TX
Professional Academic Writer
April 11, 2025 at 4:40 pm
Wow, this post is pleasant, my younger sister is analyzing these kinds of things, thuus I am going to inform her. https://remoteaijobs.ai/employer/coursework-expert/
esta from uk to usa
April 11, 2025 at 4:39 pm
At this time it seems like Expression Engine is the best blogging
platform out there right now. (from what I’ve read) Is that what you are using on your
blog?
best real estate agent in Poplar Bluff MO
April 11, 2025 at 4:39 pm
Wonderful blog! I found it while browsing on Yahoo News. Do
you have any suggestions on how to get listed in Yahoo
News? I’ve been trying for a while but I never seem to get
there! Many thanks
Have a look at my web site – best real estate agent in Poplar Bluff MO
best real estate agent in Houston TX
April 11, 2025 at 4:39 pm
I think this is one of the most important info for me. And i
am glad reading your article. But want to remark on few
general things, The website style is wonderful, the articles is really great :
D. Good job, cheers
Also visit my web site :: best real estate agent in Houston TX
real estate agent in Chicago IL
April 11, 2025 at 4:39 pm
Incredible points. Solid arguments. Keep up
the good work.
Take a look at my web blog; real estate agent in Chicago IL
penipu phising
April 11, 2025 at 4:38 pm
Hey there! Someone in my Facebook group shared this site with us so I came to give it a
look. I’m definitely loving the information. I’m bookmarking and will be tweeting this to
my followers! Outstanding blog and brilliant design and style.
best gay sex toys
April 11, 2025 at 4:38 pm
This is really attention-grabbing, You’re a very skilled blogger.
I’ve joined your feed and look forward to in quest of extra of your fantastic post.
Additionally, I have shared your site in my social networks
chiropractor near me
April 11, 2025 at 4:38 pm
I all the time used to study post in news papers but now as I am a user of net thus from now I am
using net for articles or reviews, thanks to web.
مسکن کادوس
April 11, 2025 at 4:38 pm
Can I simply say what a comfort to discover somebody who
really understands what they’re talking about over the internet.
You actually realize how to bring an issue to light and make it
important. More and more people ought to look at this and understand this side of the story.
I was surprised you’re not more popular because you
definitely possess the gift.
best real estate agent in Houston TX
April 11, 2025 at 4:38 pm
You really make it seem so easy with your presentation but I find this matter
to be actually something which I think I would never understand.
It seems too complicated and extremely broad for me.
I’m looking forward for your next post,
I will try to get the hang of it!
Review my homepage :: best real estate agent in Houston TX
best realtor in Poplar Bluff MO
April 11, 2025 at 4:37 pm
What’s up everyone, it’s my first pay a quick visit at this web
site, and post is in fact fruitful designed for me, keep up posting these content.
Here is my homepage – best realtor in Poplar Bluff MO
notes.io
April 11, 2025 at 4:36 pm
Hey there! I simply would like to give you a big thumbs up for the excellent ihfo yyou have got right here on this pot (notes.io).
I’ll bee coming back to your web site for more soon.
penipu phising
April 11, 2025 at 4:36 pm
Hello colleagues, how is all, and what you want to say on the
topic of this article, in my view its really awesome for me.
realtor in Houston TX
April 11, 2025 at 4:36 pm
It’s an remarkable article in favor of all the online viewers; they will obtain benefit
from it I am sure.
Here is my web site: realtor in Houston TX
realtor in Chicago IL
April 11, 2025 at 4:36 pm
I’m not sure why but this blog is loading extremely slow for me.
Is anyone else having this issue or is it a problem on my end?
I’ll check back later and see if the problem still exists.
my web page :: realtor in Chicago IL
best real estate agent in Woodbridge ON
April 11, 2025 at 4:34 pm
Greetings, I believe your web site may be having web browser compatibility issues.
When I take a look at your web site in Safari, it looks fine however when opening in I.E., it’s got some overlapping issues.
I merely wanted to provide you with a quick heads
up! Aside from that, excellent website!
Here is my site; best real estate agent in Woodbridge ON
best real estate agent in Chicago IL
April 11, 2025 at 4:34 pm
For newest information you have to pay a visit web and on internet I found this website as a most excellent site for hottest updates.
Also visit my website; best real estate agent in Chicago IL
realtor in Spartanburg SC
April 11, 2025 at 4:34 pm
Hi there, every time i used to check blog posts here early in the break of day, since i like to gain knowledge of more and more.
Visit my homepage … realtor in Spartanburg SC
1Red Casino
April 11, 2025 at 4:33 pm
I wanted to thank you for this wonderful read!!
I absolutely enjoyed every little bit of it. I’ve got
you book marked to check out new things you post…
real estate agent in Spartanburg SC
April 11, 2025 at 4:33 pm
After exploring a few of the blog posts on your web page, I honestly appreciate
your way of writing a blog. I book marked it to my
bookmark site list and will be checking back soon. Please check out my
web site as well and tell me how you feel.
Visit my web-site; real estate agent in Spartanburg SC
Bos138
April 11, 2025 at 4:32 pm
Highly energetic blog, I liked that a lot. Will there be a part 2?
mejores casinos online
April 11, 2025 at 4:32 pm
An impressive share! I’ve just forwarded this onto a
friend who had been conducting a little research on this. And he actually bought me dinner because I
discovered it for him… lol. So allow me to reword this….
Thanks for the meal!! But yeah, thanks for spending some time to talk about this matter here on your blog.
realtor in Poplar Bluff MO
April 11, 2025 at 4:32 pm
It’s appropriate time to make some plans for the future and it
is time to be happy. I’ve read this post and if I could
I wish to suggest you few interesting things or advice.
Maybe you could write next articles referring to this
article. I wish to read more things about it!
My web site :: realtor in Poplar Bluff MO
best real estate agent in West Milford NJ
April 11, 2025 at 4:32 pm
Hey there! This is my first visit to your blog! We are a collection of
volunteers and starting a new project in a community in the same niche.
Your blog provided us beneficial information to work on. You have done a outstanding
job!
Also visit my web site: best real estate agent in West Milford NJ
posteezy.com
April 11, 2025 at 4:31 pm
Pretty component of content. I just stumbled upopn your website and in accession capital to assert that I acquire actyally enjoyed account your blog
– posteezy.com – posts.
Any way I wijll be subscribing for yohr feeds or even I fulfillment you
get right of enntry to consistently quickly.
ai erotica
April 11, 2025 at 4:30 pm
Your way of telling the whole thing in this piece of writing is in fact pleasant,
every one be able to simply be aware of it, Thanks a lot.
best real estate agent in San Antonio TX
April 11, 2025 at 4:30 pm
As the admin of this website is working, no uncertainty very rapidly it will be renowned,
due to its feature contents.
Look at my site … best real estate agent in San Antonio TX
High-Quality Term Paper Writer
April 11, 2025 at 4:29 pm
This article is genuinely a pleaswnt one it helps neew internet users, who are wishing in favor of blogging. https://Vhembedirect.Co.za/employer/expert-in-research-papers/
แพ้ท้องกี่เดือน
April 11, 2025 at 4:29 pm
Hi there, every time i used to check blog posts here early in the dawn, because i
enjoy to gain knowledge of more and more.
real estate agent Philadelphia PA
April 11, 2025 at 4:29 pm
Simply desire to say your article is as astounding.
The clearness in your submit is simply nice
and that i can suppose you are a professional on this subject.
Fine with your permission let me to take hold of your feed
to keep updated with approaching post. Thank you one
million and please carry on the enjoyable work.
my website: real estate agent Philadelphia PA
best realtor in Las Vegas NV
April 11, 2025 at 4:29 pm
I am actually pleased to read this blog posts which carries tons of valuable
data, thanks for providing these data.
Feel free to surf to my webpage :: best realtor in Las Vegas NV
Phising
April 11, 2025 at 4:29 pm
I think this is one of the most important info for me.
And i’m glad reading your article. But should remark on few
general things, The site style is wonderful, the articles is really
excellent : D. Good job, cheers
best real estate agent in Katy TX
April 11, 2025 at 4:29 pm
Excellent article! We will be linking to this particularly
great article on our website. Keep up the great writing.
Feel free to surf to my web site :: best real estate agent in Katy TX
realtor in Long Beach CA
April 11, 2025 at 4:28 pm
Hello there, I think your website could possibly be having internet browser compatibility issues.
When I take a look at your blog in Safari, it looks
fine however, if opening in IE, it has some overlapping issues.
I just wanted to give you a quick heads up! Besides that, great blog!
Here is my webpage – realtor in Long Beach CA
realtor in Philadelphia PA
April 11, 2025 at 4:28 pm
I think this is among the most vital information for me.
And i’m glad reading your article. But should remark on few general things, The site
style is wonderful, the articles is really nice :
D. Good job, cheers
Feel free to surf to my blog: realtor in Philadelphia PA
Billing service provider
April 11, 2025 at 4:28 pm
Excellent goods from you, man. I have understand your stuff previous to and
you’re just too wonderful. I actually like what you have acquired here, certainly like what you’re stating and the way in which you say it.
You make it entertaining and you still take care of to
keep it wise. I can not wait to read far more from you.
This is actually a terrific web site.
realtor in Chicago IL
April 11, 2025 at 4:28 pm
Thanks for one’s marvelous posting! I seriously enjoyed reading it, you can be a great
author. I will remember to bookmark your blog and will eventually come back very
soon. I want to encourage you to ultimately continue your great work, have a nice afternoon!
My webpage – realtor in Chicago IL
best real estate agent in Spartanburg SC
April 11, 2025 at 4:28 pm
Wonderful blog! I found it while surfing around on Yahoo News.
Do you have any suggestions on how to get listed in Yahoo News?
I’ve been trying for a while but I never seem
to get there! Cheers
Here is my web page; best real estate agent in Spartanburg SC
best real estate agent in Woodbridge ON
April 11, 2025 at 4:28 pm
Hey! I know this is somewhat off-topic but I needed to ask.
Does running a well-established blog like yours
take a lot of work? I am brand new to operating a blog however I do write in my diary everyday.
I’d like to start a blog so I will be able to share my personal experience and views online.
Please let me know if you have any kind of suggestions or tips
for brand new aspiring bloggers. Thankyou!
my blog :: best real estate agent in Woodbridge ON
best realtor in Spartanburg SC
April 11, 2025 at 4:27 pm
Have you ever thought about adding a little bit more than just your articles?
I mean, what you say is valuable and everything. Nevertheless think about if you added some great visuals or videos to give your posts more, “pop”!
Your content is excellent but with pics and
clips, this site could certainly be one of the greatest in its
niche. Very good blog!
My web-site – best realtor in Spartanburg SC
best realtor in Township NJ
April 11, 2025 at 4:27 pm
Remarkable! Its really awesome article, I have got much clear idea about from this
post.
my webpage; best realtor in Township NJ
best real estate agent in Katy TX
April 11, 2025 at 4:27 pm
Amazing! Its really amazing article, I have
got much clear idea regarding from this post.
Here is my blog post :: best real estate agent in Katy TX
Pengeluaran Singapore
April 11, 2025 at 4:26 pm
Usually I don’t learn post on blogs, however I
would like to say that this write-up very pressured me to take a look at and do so!
Your writing taste has been amazed me. Thank you, quite great post.
best real estate agent in Chicago IL
April 11, 2025 at 4:26 pm
Excellent goods from you, man. I have remember your stuff
prior to and you are simply extremely magnificent.
I actually like what you’ve got here, certainly like what you are stating and the
way in which you assert it. You’re making it entertaining and you still care for to stay it
sensible. I can not wait to learn much more from you.
That is really a wonderful site.
Also visit my web-site :: best real estate agent in Chicago IL
best realtor in Woodbridge ON
April 11, 2025 at 4:26 pm
I every time emailed this weblog post page to all my contacts, since if like to read it afterward my
contacts will too.
My site :: best realtor in Woodbridge ON
best realtor in Spartanburg SC
April 11, 2025 at 4:26 pm
Admiring the dedication you put into your website
and detailed information you present. It’s nice to
come across a blog every once in a while that isn’t the same out of date rehashed information. Great read!
I’ve saved your site and I’m adding your RSS feeds to my Google account.
my blog: best realtor in Spartanburg SC