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
Data-Backed Predictions
April 26, 2025 at 12:33 pm
Aw, this was a very good post. Spending some time and actual effort to create a top notch article… but what can I say… I
hesitate a whole lot and never seem to get nearly anything done.
Also visit my website :: Data-Backed Predictions
Consumer Insights
April 26, 2025 at 12:33 pm
Greetings from Ohio! I’m bored to death at work so I decided to check out your blog
on my iphone during lunch break. I enjoy the knowledge
you provide here and can’t wait to take a look when I get
home. I’m shocked at how fast your blog loaded on my phone ..
I’m not even using WIFI, just 3G .. Anyhow, good site!
Here is my homepage: Consumer Insights
AI-Driven Market Analysis
April 26, 2025 at 12:33 pm
Hi, i think that i saw you visited my blog so i came
to “return the favor”.I’m trying to find things to enhance my site!I suppose
its ok to use some of your ideas!!
my homepage … AI-Driven Market Analysis
AI-Generated Data
April 26, 2025 at 12:33 pm
I do not even know how I finished up here, but
I believed this publish used to be good. I do not understand who you’re but definitely you’re
going to a famous blogger in the event you are not already.
Cheers!
my blog – AI-Generated Data
Bernardlaw
April 26, 2025 at 12:33 pm
cialis prix: Acheter Cialis 20 mg pas cher – Tadalafil 20 mg prix en pharmacie tadalmed.shop
Bernardlaw
April 26, 2025 at 12:32 pm
pharmacie en ligne livraison europe: pharmacie en ligne – pharmacie en ligne france livraison internationale pharmafst.com
Synthetic Data for AI
April 26, 2025 at 12:32 pm
I’m not sure why but this weblog is loading very 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.
Here is my web blog: Synthetic Data for AI
AI-Driven Market Analysis
April 26, 2025 at 12:32 pm
If you desire to get much from this article then you have to apply these techniques to your
won webpage.
Here is my blog post – AI-Driven Market Analysis
Business Intelligence Dashboards
April 26, 2025 at 12:32 pm
As the admin of this website is working, no uncertainty very rapidly it will be renowned,
due to its quality contents.
Here is my blog – Business Intelligence Dashboards
Consumer Behavior Analysis
April 26, 2025 at 12:32 pm
I was recommended this blog by my cousin. I’m not sure whether this post is written by him as nobody else know
such detailed about my trouble. You are amazing! Thanks!
Here is my web page Consumer Behavior Analysis
علت سوزش و آبریزش چشم
April 26, 2025 at 12:31 pm
An outstanding share! I have just forwarded this onto
a co-worker who had been doing a little homework on this.
And he in fact ordered me breakfast due to the fact that
I stumbled upon it for him… lol. So let me reword this….
Thanks for the meal!! But yeah, thanks for spending time to discuss this matter here on your
website.
کابینت نئوکلاسیک
April 26, 2025 at 12:31 pm
This is a topic that is near to my heart… Best wishes!
Exactly where are your contact details though?
Data Augmentation Solutions
April 26, 2025 at 12:30 pm
It is the best time to make some plans for the future and it’s time to be happy.
I have read this post and if I could I desire to suggest you few interesting things or suggestions.
Maybe you can write next articles referring to this article.
I want to read more things about it!
my website … Data Augmentation Solutions
industrial Diesel generator
April 26, 2025 at 12:30 pm
Amazing knowledge, Many thanks!
My web site; http://dssusan.co.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=qna&wr_id=692793
AI-Driven Web Crawling
April 26, 2025 at 12:30 pm
Hi there just wanted to give you a quick heads up.
The words in your article seem to be running off the screen in Internet explorer.
I’m not sure if this is a formatting issue or something to do
with web browser compatibility but I thought I’d post to let
you know. The design look great though! Hope you
get the problem solved soon. Many thanks
Here is my web site – AI-Driven Web Crawling
flixhq
April 26, 2025 at 12:30 pm
Hmm is anyone else experiencing problems with the pictures on this
blog loading? I’m trying to find out if its a problem
on my end or if it’s the blog. Any feed-back would be greatly appreciated.
Interactive Data Visualizations
April 26, 2025 at 12:30 pm
This text is invaluable. When can I find out more?
Look into my blog post: Interactive Data Visualizations
can i get vermox for sale
April 26, 2025 at 12:28 pm
cost generic vermox no prescription
Automated Data Crawling
April 26, 2025 at 12:28 pm
You actually make it appear really easy with your presentation but
I to find this topic to be actually something that I think I
would never understand. It kind of feels too
complex and extremely extensive for me. I’m taking a
look ahead to your next put up, I’ll try to get the
hang of it!
Here is my blog; Automated Data Crawling
flexible packaging suppliers
April 26, 2025 at 12:28 pm
Amazing a good deal of great facts.
Bernardlaw
April 26, 2025 at 12:28 pm
pharmacie en ligne pas cher: Pharmacie en ligne France – pharmacie en ligne pas cher pharmafst.com
United Kingdom
April 26, 2025 at 12:28 pm
Thank you for the good writeup. It in fact was a amusement account
it. Look advanced to far added agreeable from you!
However, how could we communicate?
API Data Enrichment
April 26, 2025 at 12:28 pm
If you wish for to get a good deal from this piece of writing then you have to apply
such methods to your won weblog.
Here is my web page … API Data Enrichment
Bokep Viral
April 26, 2025 at 12:28 pm
Pretty element of content. I just stumbled upon your site and in accession capital to say that I get actually loved account
your weblog posts. Anyway I’ll be subscribing to your augment or even I achievement you get right of entry to persistently fast.
Fusion Red Veltvet
April 26, 2025 at 12:27 pm
Hi to all, how is everything, I think every one is getting more from this site,
and your views are pleasant in favor of new viewers.
Porn
April 26, 2025 at 12:27 pm
Thank you for the auspicious writeup. It if truth be told was a amusement account it.
Glance complex to far introduced agreeable from you! However, how
could we be in contact?
indian Web series Xxx videos download
April 26, 2025 at 12:27 pm
Excellent web content, I will certainly share Indian Web Collection XXX
Video clip with my buddies.
billie eilish
April 26, 2025 at 12:27 pm
I think this is among the most important information for me.
And i’m glad reading your article. But wanna remark on few general
things, The web site style is wonderful, the articles is really great :
D. Good job, cheers
situs slot gacor
April 26, 2025 at 12:27 pm
hi!,I really like your writing so so much!
percentage we keep in touch extra about your article on AOL?
I require an expert on this house to resolve my problem.
Maybe that is you! Having a look forward to peer you.
Büro Reinigung Innsbruck
April 26, 2025 at 12:26 pm
Büro Reinigung Innsbruck
bakernotes
April 26, 2025 at 12:25 pm
recommendations and suggestions from baker notes have enhanced my meal prep a lot.
Data Standardization
April 26, 2025 at 12:25 pm
Thanks for your marvelous posting! I genuinely enjoyed
reading it, you might be a great author.I will remember to bookmark your blog and may come
back very soon. I want to encourage you to
ultimately continue your great work, have a nice morning!
Also visit my page: Data Standardization
url
April 26, 2025 at 12:25 pm
Hello my family member! I wish to say that this article is amazing, nice written and include almost
all important infos. I’d like to look more posts like this .
warga88
April 26, 2025 at 12:25 pm
I know this web site provides quality based articles and extra data, is there any
other website which presents these kinds of information in quality?
Business Data Insights
April 26, 2025 at 12:25 pm
Wonderful work! That is the type of info that
are meant to be shared around the web. Disgrace on the seek engines for
now not positioning this post upper! Come on over
and discuss with my website . Thanks =)
Also visit my webpage – Business Data Insights
Interactive Data Visualizations
April 26, 2025 at 12:24 pm
Pretty part of content. I just stumbled upon your weblog and in accession capital to say that I acquire in fact
loved account your blog posts. Any way I’ll be subscribing in your
feeds or even I success you access constantly fast.
Feel free to surf to my website; Interactive Data Visualizations
Metadata Governance Solutions
April 26, 2025 at 12:24 pm
My family members every time say that I am wasting my time here
at net, however I know I am getting know-how daily by reading
thes fastidious articles.
my page; Metadata Governance Solutions
Business Trend Analysis
April 26, 2025 at 12:24 pm
Wonderful, what a weblog it is! This website provides helpful information to us, keep it up.
Review my page – Business Trend Analysis
Data Security
April 26, 2025 at 12:24 pm
Fantastic web site. Lots of useful info here.
I am sending it to several pals ans additionally sharing in delicious.
And naturally, thank you to your effort!
My web-site :: Data Security
Automated Data Access
April 26, 2025 at 12:23 pm
If some one desires expert view regarding running a blog afterward
i suggest him/her to go to see this blog, Keep up the nice work.
Also visit my blog post: Automated Data Access
Machine Learning Model Development
April 26, 2025 at 12:22 pm
Hi there, constantly i used to check web site
posts here early in the dawn, for the reason that i love
to find out more and more.
my web page: Machine Learning Model Development
PeterAmunc
April 26, 2025 at 12:21 pm
pharmacie en ligne sans ordonnance pharmacie en ligne sans ordonnance pharmacie en ligne fiable pharmafst.shop
AI-Powered API Solutions
April 26, 2025 at 12:21 pm
It’s an awesome post in favor of all the web people; they will obtain benefit from it
I am sure.
Feel free to visit my web blog; AI-Powered API Solutions
AI-Driven Data Visualization
April 26, 2025 at 12:20 pm
Fantastic goods from you, man. I have take note your stuff previous
to and you are just too great. I actually like
what you have got right here, really like
what you are saying and the way wherein you assert it.
You are making it enjoyable and you continue to care for
to keep it smart. I can not wait to read far
more from you. This is actually a wonderful website.
Feel free to visit my blog post AI-Driven Data Visualization
Automated Data Extraction
April 26, 2025 at 12:20 pm
You could certainly see your skills within the
article you write. The world hopes for more passionate writers like you who aren’t afraid to
say how they believe. At all times follow your heart.
My web site; Automated Data Extraction
Dannielle
April 26, 2025 at 12:20 pm
Warm and steamy Indian Suhagrat scenes? Yes please!
Competitive Benchmarking
April 26, 2025 at 12:19 pm
Appreciate the recommendation. Let me try it out.
Feel free to surf to my site: Competitive Benchmarking
هزینه عمل لیزیک چشم با بیمه تکمیلی دی
April 26, 2025 at 12:19 pm
You really make it appear so easy together with your presentation but I find this matter to be actually something which I think I might by no means understand.
It seems too complicated and very wide for me.
I’m having a look ahead on your next publish, I will try to
get the dangle of it!
deneme1
April 26, 2025 at 12:19 pm
Very nice post. I just stumbled upon your weblog and wished to say
that I’ve truly enjoyed browsing your blog posts.
In any case I’ll be subscribing to your feed
and I hope you write again very soon!
BillieRunse
April 26, 2025 at 12:19 pm
achat kamagra: kamagra gel – Achetez vos kamagra medicaments