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
Finance Legend
April 24, 2025 at 11:32 pm
I wanted to thank you for this good read!! I certainly loved every bit of it.
I’ve got you book-marked to look at new things you post…
english xxxx
April 24, 2025 at 11:31 pm
Some warm English XXX videos are waiting for you!.
was billie eilish shot
April 24, 2025 at 11:28 pm
What’s up, this weekend is fastidious for me, for the reason that this point in time i am reading this great educational
article here at my residence.
sex hiếp dăm trẻ em
April 24, 2025 at 11:27 pm
Link exchange is nothing else but it is only placing the other person’s weblog link
on your page at appropriate place and other
person will also do similar in support of you.
pornografi indo
April 24, 2025 at 11:26 pm
great submit, very informative. I’m wondering why the opposite experts of this sector
don’t notice this. You must proceed your writing.
I am sure, you have a great readers’ base already!
бесплатные моды для популярных игр
April 24, 2025 at 11:25 pm
бесплатные моды для популярных игр — это замечательный способ получить новые возможности.
Особенно если вы пользуетесь устройствами на платформе Android, модификации открывают перед вами большие перспективы.
Я лично использую взломанные игры, чтобы получать неограниченные ресурсы.
Модификации игр дают невероятную возможность настроить
игру, что делает процесс гораздо увлекательнее.
Играя с плагинами, я могу добавить дополнительные функции, что добавляет приключенческий процесс и делает игру более эксклюзивной.
Это действительно захватывающе, как такие модификации могут улучшить взаимодействие с игрой, а при этом
сохраняя использовать такие взломанные версии можно без особых
опасностей, если быть внимательным и следить за обновлениями.
Это делает каждый игровой процесс более насыщенным, а возможности практически неограниченные.
Обязательно попробуйте
попробовать такие модифицированные версии для Android —
это может придаст новый смысл
CBD Vape Pen Europe
April 24, 2025 at 11:25 pm
Hello, i think that i saw you visited my blog so i came to “return the
favor”.I’m attempting to find things to improve
my site!I suppose its ok to use a few of your ideas!!
22win
April 24, 2025 at 11:19 pm
Keep up the valuable work – this is exactly PH players need to read.
packers and movers
April 24, 2025 at 11:17 pm
I quite like reading through an article that can make men and women think.
Also, many thanks for allowing me to comment!
dirty tina porn
April 24, 2025 at 11:14 pm
Dirty Tina porn video clips are not ideal for all ages.
Phising dan penipu
April 24, 2025 at 11:13 pm
It’s actually a cool and useful piece of info.
I am happy that you just shared this helpful info with us.
Please keep us up to date like this. Thanks for sharing.
เช่าชุดแต่งงาน
April 24, 2025 at 11:12 pm
Spot on with this write-up, I actually think
this web site needs far more attention. I’ll probably be back
again to read through more, thanks for the information!
my webpage เช่าชุดแต่งงาน
Michaelfus
April 24, 2025 at 11:11 pm
Капельница от запоя в Краснодаре рекомендуется при первых признаках алкогольной интоксикации или тяжелого похмелья. Без своевременного медицинского вмешательства состояние человека может резко ухудшиться, привести к развитию осложнений и даже стать угрозой для жизни. Срочная помощь необходима в таких случаях:
Получить дополнительные сведения – капельница от запоя на дому краснодар
my blog
April 24, 2025 at 11:11 pm
Howdy! I understand thіs is sort of off-topic һowever Ι needed to ask.
Doeѕ building ɑ well-established blog such аs yоurs
tɑke a massive amojnt ԝork? I am completеly neԝ tо blogging bսt I doo wrіtｅ in myy journal on а daily basis.
I’ԁ like to start a blog soo I cann easily share mʏ own experience and thougһts online.
Ρlease let me know if you haѵe any recommendations
оr tiips for brand new aspiring bloggers.
Thankyou!
visa waiver for usa from uk
April 24, 2025 at 11:11 pm
I love reading a post that will make men and women think.
Also, thanks for allowing for me to comment!
Fantom web wallet
April 24, 2025 at 11:10 pm
These are really enormous ideas in on the topic of blogging.
You have touched some fastidious points here. Any
way keep up wrinting.
net88
April 24, 2025 at 11:10 pm
It’s really a nice and useful piece of info. I am happy that you
shared this helpful info with us. Please stay us informed like this.
Thanks for sharing.
ngentot nungging
April 24, 2025 at 11:09 pm
I got this web site from my pal who shared with
me concerning this web site and now this time I am visiting this site and reading very informative articles
here.
ngentot pembantu
April 24, 2025 at 11:09 pm
Hi, after reading this awesome piece of writing i am also delighted
to share my know-how here with colleagues.
Pink salt recipe for weight loss
April 24, 2025 at 11:07 pm
Great post. I was checking continuously this blog and I’m impressed!
Very helpful info specifically the last part
I care for
such information much. I was seeking this certain information for a long time.
Thank you and good luck.
my blog
April 24, 2025 at 11:05 pm
Ꭲhanks for sоme otһer excellent article. Ꭲһe
pⅼace else coulpd anyƅody get that type of incormation іn suсh а perfect manner ᧐f
writing? Ӏ’ve a presentation next ѡeek, and I am on thｅ search foг such info.
xnxx.com
April 24, 2025 at 11:03 pm
Great beat ! I would like to apprentice even as you amend your website,
how could i subscribe for a blog site? The account helped me a applicable deal.
I were a little bit familiar of this your broadcast provided
brilliant transparent concept
esta visa usa from uk
April 24, 2025 at 11:03 pm
Wow, this paragraph is pleasant, my sister is analyzing such things, therefore I
am going to let know her.
Temukan Inovasi Terkini dari Panasonic indonesia
April 24, 2025 at 11:01 pm
Woah! I’m really loving the template/theme of this site.
It’s simple, yet effective. A lot of times it’s very difficult to get that “perfect balance” between superb usability and visual appearance.
I must say you’ve done a very good job with this.
In addition, the blog loads very fast for me on Internet explorer.
Exceptional Blog!
sex indo viral
April 24, 2025 at 11:00 pm
When someone writes an paragraph he/she keeps the idea
of a user in his/her mind that how a user can be aware of it.
Thus that’s why this piece of writing is perfect.
Thanks!
jon lewis nationwide expos
April 24, 2025 at 10:59 pm
Hi, of course this post is actually fastidious and I have learned lot of things
from it regarding blogging. thanks.
For88
April 24, 2025 at 10:58 pm
Hi there Dear, are you truly visiting this website regularly, if so afterward you will
absolutely get pleasant experience.
프로코밀(Procomil) 구입
April 24, 2025 at 10:56 pm
Thanks for the auspicious writeup. It in reality was once a entertainment
account it. Look complex to more brought agreeable from you!
However, how can we keep in touch?
Finance Legend
April 24, 2025 at 10:56 pm
Pretty nice post. I simply stumbled upon your blog and wished to
say that I have really enjoyed surfing around your blog
posts. In any case I’ll be subscribing for your rss
feed and I am hoping you write again very soon!
my blog
April 24, 2025 at 10:52 pm
Ƭhanks on youｒ marvelous posting! I certaіnly enjoyed reading it,
you are a greɑt author. І wilⅼ remember to boookmark ʏour blog
and ԝill ｃome back at some ρoint. I want tο encourage уou to ultimately continue ʏοur great worқ, have a nice weekend!
my blog
April 24, 2025 at 10:51 pm
Simply wisһ tο ѕay youг article іs ɑs surprising. Thee clearness in your post is
sijply spectacular and i could assume yoս’re an expert on tһis
subject. Wеll ԝith yоur permission allolw me tо grab
your RSS feed to kｅep up to date with forthcoming post.
Ƭhanks a milliⲟn and plеase carry on the rewarding ѡork.
UK FAKE DRIVING LICENCE
April 24, 2025 at 10:51 pm
Hello there! This post couldn’t be written any better!
Reading this post reminds me of my old room mate!
He always kept chatting about this. I will forward this article to him.
Fairly certain he will have a good read. Thanks for sharing!
напас для курения
April 24, 2025 at 10:49 pm
I know this website gives quality depending articles or reviews and additional information, is there any other web site which offers such things in quality?
my blog
April 24, 2025 at 10:49 pm
Ԝhat’ѕ up tⲟ aⅼl, һow is all, Ithink еvery one is getting mоｒｅ fгom
this site, ɑnd y᧐ur views are fastidious designed f᧐r new visitors.
sexy lingerie
April 24, 2025 at 10:48 pm
I got this site from my friend who shared with me concerning this web page and now this time I am browsing this site and reading very informative articles at this place.sexy lingerie
ngentot nungging
April 24, 2025 at 10:45 pm
I will right away take hold of your rss as I can not
to find your email subscription hyperlink or e-newsletter service.
Do you’ve any? Please let me understand in order that I may
just subscribe. Thanks.
how long can i stay in usa with esta
April 24, 2025 at 10:44 pm
I believe what you posted was very reasonable. However, what about this?
suppose you were to write a killer post title? I am not saying your information isn’t solid., but what if you added a
post title that grabbed a person’s attention? I mean A Day To Remember:
The Least Anticipated Album Tour | Shutter 16 Magazine is kinda vanilla.
You should glance at Yahoo’s home page and see how they create news titles
to get viewers interested. You might add a video or a pic
or two to get readers excited about what you’ve got to
say. Just my opinion, it could make your website a little livelier.
Salt trick
April 24, 2025 at 10:42 pm
If some one desires expert view concerning blogging and site-building after
that i propose him/her to pay a quick visit this webpage, Keep
up the fastidious work.
porn tools
April 24, 2025 at 10:38 pm
I am sure this piece of writing has touched all the
internet visitors, its really really pleasant paragraph
on building up new website.
beli produk digital
April 24, 2025 at 10:37 pm
I every time emailed this webpage post page to all my contacts, as if like to
read it then my friends will too.
soc88
April 24, 2025 at 10:36 pm
Fantastic beat ! I would like to apprentice at
the same time as you amend your website, how can i subscribe for a weblog web site?
The account aided me a applicable deal. I had been a little
bit familiar of this your broadcast offered bright
clear concept
shart303
April 24, 2025 at 10:35 pm
Hello colleagues, how is the whole thing,
and what you would like to say concerning this paragraph, in my view its genuinely remarkable for me.
Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
April 24, 2025 at 10:34 pm
If some one needs to be updated with most up-to-date technologies after that he must be pay a visit this site and be up to date all the time.
sex hiếp dăm trẻ em
April 24, 2025 at 10:33 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
Workers compensation los angeles county
April 24, 2025 at 10:31 pm
Heya i am for the primary time here. I found this board and I to find It truly useful
& it helped me out much. I’m hoping to provide something again and aid others
like you helped me.
Lake Oswego stomach reduction
April 24, 2025 at 10:29 pm
This post will assist the internet viewers for building up new weblog or even a weblog from start to
end.
cs non-steam download
April 24, 2025 at 10:29 pm
Hi there, I read your blog on a regular basis.
Your humoristic style is witty, keep up the good work!
Phising
April 24, 2025 at 10:28 pm
Howdy! I could have sworn I’ve visited this web site before but after looking at some of the articles I realized it’s new to me.
Nonetheless, I’m certainly pleased I found it and I’ll be bookmarking it and
checking back often!
наперсток для курения марихуаны
April 24, 2025 at 10:27 pm
I am curious to find out what blog system you are working with?
I’m experiencing some minor security problems with my latest site and I’d like to find
something more safeguarded. Do you have any suggestions?
valorbet.Co.in
April 24, 2025 at 10:25 pm
Hеllo! I cօuld haｖe sworn I’vе visiited yⲟur blog
becore Ьut after ɡoing thr᧐ugh a fеw off the posts Irealized
іt’s nnew to me. Anywɑys, I’m defіnitely haⲣpy I came across it
and I’ll Ƅe bookmarking іt and checking bаck often!