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
Room Prediksi HK Joker Merah
January 6, 2025 at 5:30 am
Yes! Finally someone writes about news.
https://w1.paitowarnahongkong.top/
Kathie
January 6, 2025 at 5:25 am
The 10 Scariest Things About Window Lock Repair window lock repair (Kathie)
is lipozem a scam
January 6, 2025 at 5:18 am
Thank you a bunch for sharing this with all of us you really know what you’re speaking approximately!
Bookmarked. Kindly also seek advice from my site =).
We can have a hyperlink alternate contract among us
Look into my website is lipozem a scam
울산
January 6, 2025 at 5:16 am
Clubbing 울산
accident injury attorneys near me
January 6, 2025 at 5:14 am
Accident Injury Attorney Tips From The Most Successful In The Business
accident injury attorneys near me
길대사
January 6, 2025 at 5:08 am
Hi friends, how is the whole thing, and what you desire to say
on the topic of this paragraph, in my view its actually amazing for me.
Singapore Pools
January 6, 2025 at 5:05 am
Incredible points. Solid arguments. Keep up the
amazing effort.
mini esteiras para inkjet
January 6, 2025 at 5:03 am
Hey colega, achei esta postagem a partir de um weblog de um conhecido. Adorei do que li, tu parece entender bem do tema. Agradeço!
Hiopwebsite.com
January 6, 2025 at 5:03 am
Bar Hopping 유흥사이트 (Hiopwebsite.com)
부산유흥
January 6, 2025 at 5:02 am
Gentlemen’s Club 부산유흥
Togel SGP 6D
January 6, 2025 at 5:01 am
Hi there to all, as I am in fact keen of reading this weblog’s post to be updated daily.
It carries nice data.
prediksi macau 5d
January 6, 2025 at 5:00 am
I visited multiple blogs however the audio feature for audio
songs current at this website is in fact superb.
descargar imagen instagram
January 6, 2025 at 4:58 am
A continuación, da clic sobre el APK de Snaptube y deja que tu navegador instale la app
en tu dispositivo.
OP
January 6, 2025 at 4:57 am
Exotic Massage OP
lawas777
January 6, 2025 at 4:56 am
Hi, I do think this is an excellent site. I stumbledupon it ;
) I will come back once again since I saved as a favorite it.
Money and freedom is the best way to change, may you be rich and continue
to help others.
Data HK 6D
January 6, 2025 at 4:56 am
Awesome post.
casino
January 6, 2025 at 4:51 am
Hi! I just would like to offer you a huge thumbs up for the great information you have right
here on this post. I will be returning to your website for more soon.
Hongkong Pools
January 6, 2025 at 4:48 am
Ahaa, its nice discussion regarding this piece of writing at this place at this blog, I have
read all that, so at this time me also commenting at
this place.
중고 트럭 매매
January 6, 2025 at 4:47 am
Fantastic site. Lots of useful information here. I am sending it to several buddies ans also sharing in delicious.
And obviously, thanks for your sweat!
payung4d
January 6, 2025 at 4:46 am
Hey There. I found your blog using msn. This is a very well written article.
I will be sure to bookmark it and come back to read more of
your useful information. Thanks for the post.
I’ll definitely return.
Elmer
January 6, 2025 at 4:46 am
It’s going to be ending of mine day, except before end I
am reading this enormous article to improve my know-how.
Quantum Core AI
January 6, 2025 at 4:42 am
What’s up, the whole thing is going perfectly here and ofcourse every
one is sharing data, that’s really excellent, keep up writing.
أسعار الذهب اليوم في الكويت
January 6, 2025 at 4:41 am
Hello there, I do think your web site might be having web browser compatibility issues.
Whenever I take a look at your web site in Safari, it looks fine however,
when opening in IE, it’s got some overlapping issues. I just wanted to give you a quick heads up!
Besides that, fantastic site!
أسعار الذهب اليوم في الكويت
January 6, 2025 at 4:40 am
great issues altogether, you simply won a emblem new reader.
What could you recommend in regards to your put up that you simply made some days in the past?
Any certain?
Live Draw Sydney
January 6, 2025 at 4:39 am
It’s nearly impossible to find knowledgeable people for this topic, however,
you seem like you know what you’re talking about!
Thanks
gold price today
January 6, 2025 at 4:39 am
Today, while I was at work, my cousin stole my apple ipad and tested to see if it can survive a thirty
foot drop, just so she can be a youtube sensation. My iPad is now destroyed and she has 83 views.
I know this is completely off topic but I had to share it with someone!
سعر الذهب في الكويت
January 6, 2025 at 4:38 am
Hi to every body, it’s my first go to see of
this web site; this blog consists of awesome and actually good material
designed for readers.
أسعار الذهب اليوم في الكويت
January 6, 2025 at 4:38 am
I have read so many articles on the topic of the blogger lovers but
this paragraph is genuinely a pleasant article, keep it up.
하이오피주소
January 6, 2025 at 4:38 am
Spa Therapy 하이오피주소
togel
January 6, 2025 at 4:32 am
Why visitors still use to read news papers when in this technological globe the whole thing is
existing on net?
caluanie купить
January 6, 2025 at 4:24 am
This design is incredible! You definitely know how to keep a
reader amused. Between your wit and your videos, I was almost moved to start my own blog (well, almost…HaHa!) Wonderful job.
I really enjoyed what you had to say, and more than that, how you presented it.
Too cool!
astrologia
January 6, 2025 at 4:16 am
When I initially commented I clicked the “Notify me when new comments are added” checkbox and now each time a comment is added I get three emails
with the same comment. Is there any way you can remove me from that service?
Appreciate it!
real Money Online Casinos
January 6, 2025 at 4:15 am
Yes! Finally something about real Money Online Casinos.
다바오 홀덤 다운로드
January 6, 2025 at 4:12 am
How To Find Fun Internet Poker 다바오 홀덤 다운로드
اینستاگرام رفع فیلتر شد
January 6, 2025 at 4:03 am
Hi every one, here every one is sharing such experience, thus it’s nice
to read this website, and I used to go to see
this weblog daily.
college essay prompts texas state
January 6, 2025 at 4:01 am
The lack of clear guidance and structured assets often leads to frustration and subpar outcomes. By following the following tips and examples, you may acquire the boldness and skills wanted to excel in your expository writing endeavors.
Tradexius 79 AI GPT
January 6, 2025 at 3:53 am
Everyone loves what you guys tend to be up too.
This sort of clever work and reporting! Keep up the fantastic works guys I’ve incorporated you guys to our blogroll.
하이오피사이트
January 6, 2025 at 3:48 am
Signature Drinks 하이오피사이트
market pulsa murah
January 6, 2025 at 3:44 am
Its such as you read my mind! You seem to know a
lot approximately this, such as you wrote the
ebook in it or something. I feel that you simply can do with some percent
to power the message home a bit, but other than that, that
is magnificent blog. A great read. I’ll definitely be
back.
유흥사이트
January 6, 2025 at 3:43 am
Pub Crawl 유흥사이트
events
January 6, 2025 at 3:38 am
Currently it sounds like Drupal is the best blogging platform available right now.
(from what I’ve read) Is that what you’re using on your
blog?
4805876
January 6, 2025 at 3:35 am
I’m gone to say to my little brother, that he should also pay
a visit this website on regular basis to get updated from latest reports.
authentic selection available
January 6, 2025 at 3:34 am
Much appreciated! I recognize this update on the latest vape law news!
팝리니지
January 6, 2025 at 3:33 am
Its such as you learn my thoughts! You seem to understand a lot about this, such as you wrote the e book in it or something.
I feel that you can do with some p.c. to
force the message house a little bit, but otherr thwn that, this is excellent blog.
A fantastic read. I’ll certainly be back.
팝리니지
다바오다운로드
January 6, 2025 at 3:28 am
Poker Tournament Tips 다바오다운로드
davao
January 6, 2025 at 3:24 am
Poker Hand Rankings davao
먹튀사이트
January 6, 2025 at 3:15 am
I like the helpful info you provide on your articles.
I will bookmark your blog and test once more right here regularly.
I am reasonably sure I will learn plenty of new stuff right here!
Good luck for the following!
Mountainside On-Site Massage Therapy
January 6, 2025 at 3:12 am
I actually love your providing this info for folks hoping to know more about subject areas like this.
Your weblog was well written and very well researched, that is certainly greatly liked.
I am constantly looking for new sites to follow and read frequently.
부달
January 6, 2025 at 3:12 am
Pub Crawl 부달
is tonic greens legit
January 6, 2025 at 3:11 am
Hi there would you mind letting me know which web host you’re
utilizing? I’ve loaded your blog in 3 different web browsers and I must say this
blog loads a lot faster then most. Can you recommend a good web hosting provider at a fair price?
Many thanks, I appreciate it!
Feel free to surf to my blog post … is tonic greens legit