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Show Preview: Pop Enigma, Poppy, Heading to Detroit

Pop Enigma, Poppy, represents the burgeoning of multi-faceted artists who are unafraid to break all of the rules to showcase the depth that they’ve built within. As a performance artist, musician, fashionista, YouTuber, comic book writer and more, Poppy has given her artistry her all and continues to empower fans with a sense of independence and freedom that is electric and magnetic.

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Having rocked the ring with WWE NXT to perform “I DISAGREE” and “Scary Mask”, Poppy is dipping her feet in a variety of endeavors that continue to drive her artistic style and prowess home right into the hearts of her growing fan-base worldwide. The world is on the edge of their seat in anticipation of Poppy’s new metal-infused album, ‘I DISAGREE’, which is set to drop on January 10th, 2020.

 Grab your tickets HERE for Poppy’s show at The Majestic in Detroit on Saturday, February 1st.

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Pop Legends, Hanson, Bring Christmas Spirit to Sold-Out Show in Michigan

Pop Legends, Hanson, brought their Christmas spirit and joy to Royal Oak Music Theatre for a packed-house that sang along to all of their hits within their ‘Wintry Mix’ 2019 Tour. Fans lined up around the venue and stood outside in 30-degree weather to get a chance at a front-row view of the Hanson brothers who have maintained a spot in the hearts of Pop lovers worldwide with their well-known hits such as “MMMBop”, “Lost Without Each Other”, “I Was Born”, “Weird” and “This Time Around”. Having expanded within their entrepreneurial endeavors such as Hanson Brothers Beer and the creation of their Record Label, 3CG Records, the gentlemen of Hanson continue to drive passion, love and authenticity into their ever-evolving crafts.

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Hometown Musician, GriZ, Lights up Detroit During Annual GriZMAS

It’s Detroit’s favorite time of year. Local Musician and Philanthropist, GriZ, shined bright and ignited the light within concertgoers throughout Night #1 of GriZMAS. Having celebrated the 12 Days of GriZMAS with full spunk and a variety of events such as yoga, crafting, roller disco, dodgeball, a coat drive, mystery party and more, GriZ took fans to the dance floor at The Detroit Masonic Temple for a jam-packed setlist abounding with all of his hits that have served to make a name for himself and his team throughout 2010-2017.

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Notably, 100% of the proceeds from every charitable GRiZMAS event go toward increasing access to music education in Detroit by partnering with Seven Mile, an organization that provides after school programs and summer camps to teach children music, arts, and coding for free.

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Tool Packs Little Caesars Arena With Their Virtual Rock World in Detroit

Formed in 1990, Los Angeles Rock band, Tool, brought their virtual Rock reality to Little Caesars Arena in Detroit for a packed show abounding with metaphorical riches and spiritual jewels.

The three-time Grammy Award winners who are passionately revered by fans worldwide have incorporated an evasive, secretive and unmitigatingly cryptic aura reflecting abysmal depth within each and every one of their lyrically and visually hypnotic concepts. The band created an edge throughout the release of their first full-length studio album, ‘Undertow’, in 1993 on Zoo Entertainment which was dropped in the midst of the era of grunge shelling out apathetic lyrics over distorted guitars. Traveling to date to celebrate the release of their latest full-length album, ‘Fear Inoculum’, it is evident that through their live set, intricate drums, powerful bass tones and hauntingly furious vocals, listeners dive into an explosive journey full of agony and melancholia that articulates the inner workings of a human being traversing tortuous and spiritually enlightening paths at dizzying speeds. Throughout the live show, Tool strung together a perfect frenzy of musical bliss playing tracks such as “The Pot”, “Forty Six & 2”, “Parabola”, “Jambi”, and “Vicarious” which kept concertgoers at Little Caesars Arena in a naturally sedative trance.

Abounding with the cold-hard facts and brass tacks, listeners are sent down an entrancing expedition through insane shred solos and lyrical extremes within Tool’s latest release, ‘Fear Inoculum’, which sends listeners down a virtuosic, maniacal and addictive mind confronting the power of denial tendencies and irrational rationalizations that sweep through our nation. The immaculately curated musical exploration of consciousness pushes the envelope of what Maynard perceives that he knows while reminding listeners to live in the now and accept their fate as mortal human beings. The lyrical level truly parallels the instrumental state of euphoria delivered through a lengthy and explosive blend of personal power and personal confrontation that leads listeners toward belief within themselves beyond the self-conceived interpretations of power from oppressive forces stifling their abilities and sense of tranquility. ‘Fear Inoculum’ serves as a healthy retreat away from the bullshit that floods the lives of the deprived and inauthentic values of society. 

Tool’s live performances defy all conventions. Singer, Maynard James Keenan, has been known to face away from the audience to psychologically influence fans to pay keener attention to their screens full of psychedelic and internally enriching visuals that serve as Maynard’s reflection of his personal journey while residing comfortably in the shadows. Abounding with light shows and varied stage settings by revered artist and long-time art partner, Alex Grey, Tool’s live performances attest to the emotive power of their music and artistry. 

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Tool’s discography and musical entity betrays commercial ambitions while influencing listeners to dive deeper into their personal emotional crescendos and the neurotic workings of the mind. Tool is one of the few existing acts today that send a message through their music and inherent eccentricity that stands the test of time while being full of unvarnished truth and dignity. Grab your tickets HERE for the remainder of Tool’s 2019 Tour while you still can.

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Rising R&B Star, Normani, Shines at Forbes Under 30 Summit in Detroit

Rising R&B Star, Normani, came out of the gates with passion, appeal and raw talent that kept the crowd at Forbes Under 30 Summit on their feet in Detroit. Check out Normani’s latest release, “Motivation”, featuring 21 Savage to take home a piece of her electrifying energy for your own.

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Electronic Superstars, The Chainsmokers, Blow Away Detroit at the Forbes Under 30 Summit

Electronic Superstars, The Chainsmokers, closed out Day #1 of the Forbes Under 30 Summit in Detroit with a bang. Playing all of their hits including “Takeaway”, “Call You Mine”, “Paris”, “Who Do You Love” and more, The Chainsmokers had everyone dancing from the front to the back with their high-flying performance that was the highlight of the night.

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Atlanta Rapper, 21 Savage, Takes the Stage by Storm at Forbes Under 30 Summit in Detroit

Atlanta Rapper, 21 Savage, let his uncanny talent shine through as he took the mic with pride at the Forbes Under 30 Summit in Detroit. Being announced by his experience with ISIS and showing what a comeback from a setback is all about, 21 Savage made it known that he has never taken a step back from his throne that he has built from the ground up with a trusted team of hustlers that will never let him go under.

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Incubus Make Themselves at Home in Detroit on 20th Anniversary Tour

Legendary Rockers, Incubus, made their way to the Midwest in celebration of their iconic 1999 release, ‘Make Yourself’, that carries a special place in a variety of hearts and souls around the globe.

Brandon Boyd has nurtured his vocals over the years to provide a space of serenity over hits such as “Drive”, “Make Yourself”, “The Warmth” and “Stellar” as concertgoers didn’t skip a word and made their voices heard amongst the beautiful atmosphere that the Fox Theatre in Detroit provides.

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Grab your tickets to the remaining dates along the ‘Make Yourself 20th Anniversary Tour’ HERE and stream Incubus’ new single, “Into The Summer” to celebrate that the band is still going strong into 2020.

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Soulful Artist, Common, Shines in Detroit

Soulful Musician, Actor and Philanthropist, Common, let his light free in Detroit for a night to remember in celebration of the release of his latest album, ‘Let Love’. Taking long-time lovers of his music back to the days of “The Light” while introducing new tracks such as “Hercules”, “Memories of Home” and “Forever Your Love”, Common continues to embody the aura of a seasoned artist that carries out wisdom, class and honor through his every move and lyric.

Naturally treating the stage as though it were a movie set, Common not only puts on a concert, he brings forth a soulful experience that leads concertgoers in a state of awe. Catch Common on the remainder of his ‘Let Love’ tour dates and don’t forget to pick up a copy of his new book, ‘Let Love Have The Last Word’.

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Legendary Punk Rockers, Sum 41, Rock the House in Detroit

Legendary Punk Rockers, Sum 41, stopped by The Fillmore in Detroit as their ‘Order in Decline’ World Tour just kicked off in the United States. Playing all of their hits including “Fat Lip”, “The Hell Song”, “We’re All to Blame”, “The New Sensation” and “Welcome to Hell”, concertgoers are instantly jolted into a state of nostalgia of the prime days of their rebellious youth while Deryck, Frank Zummo and the gang keep their young spirits alive and well on stage. Packing a house of fans that were rocking merch dating back to the early Sum 41 days in 2002, the band is alive and well after a few years off to recalibrate and regroup which shows through their electric stage presence.

Do yourself a favor and grab tickets HERE to catch Sum 41 along the remainder of their ‘Order in Decline’ tour dates.

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