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Watain @ The Orpheum (Tampa Bay, Florida) on May 1, 2012

2012-05-11T18:06:36Z

Swedish warmongers Watain, obliterated Tampa Bay's The Orpheum with their lethal formula of Scandinavian Black Metal. They came to town as part of the Decibel Magazine Tour's line-up and oh boy... their set simply ruled! Vocalist Erik Danielsson magnetic aura involved the helpless souls of those in the crowd and by the end of the show instead of an audience the band had in front of them a legion unconditional believers. Hail!

Brighter Brightest @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on March 28, 2012

2012-04-15T23:16:54Z

It's safe to say that Brighter Brightest delivers a killer set every time they come to Ottawa, and this last time was no exception. Performing alongside Ten Second Epic, Brighter Brightest really set the bar for the night with an amazing set full of songs that got the crowd singing and excited. Not only that, but we also all got to enjoy a solo acoustic set by Brighter Brightest's own Derek Hoffman, which was a rare but real treat. Incredible night!

Ten Second Epic @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on March 28, 2012

2012-04-06T21:15:31Z

Edmonton's own Ten Second Epic headlined a killer show in Canada's Capital on March 28th, 2012. It was their first time back in Ottawa in a very long time, and as such they treated their fans with an extra long set (AND returned for an encore!), performing various songs from all of their albums throughout! Ottawa had not forgotten about TSE, and it was clear that TSE had not forgotten about Ottawa! Amazing set to say the least.

Deafheaven @ The Crowbar (Tampa Bay, Florida) on March 21, 2012

2012-03-31T21:43:54Z

California's Deafheaven came to Tampa Bay on their current tour with French metallers Alcest. With their ferocious mix of Black Metal, Indie Rock, Shoegaze and Screamo, the band made a huge positive impression on the crowd. They were promoting their debut recording Roads To Judah. Images snagged on a Nikon D-90, Nikkor Lens 19-105mmm f: 3.5 and Tamron 28-75 mm f:2.5.

Alcest @ The Crowbar (Tampa Bay, Florida) on March 21, 2012

2012-03-30T10:33:20Z

French Metallers Alcest brought their ethereal mix of Black Metal and Shoegaze to the legendary Crowbar in Tampa Bay on March 21th, 2012. It was a night filled with plenty of magical moments and an intimate atmosphere. The band focused on playing cuts from their recent, highly acclaimed album Les Voyages De L'Ame, as well as songs from all previous recordings. The night was captured using a Nikon D-90, Nikkor Lens 19-105mmm f: 3.5 and Tamron 28-75 mm f:2.5.

Hunter City Madness @ Brockville Centennial Youth Arena (Brockville, Ontario) on November 25, 2011

2011-12-24T15:11:32Z

Hunter City Madness killed in Brockville at the end of November. They played an insane set, and as a special treat for the audience, were even joined by Today I Caught The Plague's vocalist Dave Journeaux for a song. Amazing performance from all members! Images snagged on a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

Polarity @ Cafe Dekcuf (Ottawa, Ontario) on November 10, 2011

2011-12-01T16:07:24Z

Polarity put on an incredible show on November 10th in Ottawa. Lead by vocalist Jasmine Virginia, the band really impressed the crowd with a killer performance. Through their set they truly created an amazing energy within the room. Looking forward too seeing them back in the future! Live shots thanks to a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

LIGHTS @ The Bronson Centre (Ottawa, Ontario) on November 23, 2011

2011-11-25T18:32:43Z

Canadian singer/songwriter LIGHTS stopped here in Ottawa to perform a killer set on November 23rd. The energy was amazing and the crowd was absolutely ecstatic to see her perform. Her set included both songs from her latest album Siberia as well as her first full length The Listening, and fans got to enjoy an encore which included an acoustic version of "Cactus In The Valley". Insane show!

Lifestory : Monologue @ Cafe Dekcuf (Ottawa, Ontario) on November 3, 2011

2011-11-20T19:20:15Z

Lifestory : Monologue headlined at Cafe Dekcuf earlier this month and truly blew the whole crowd away. Amazing energy, amazing stage presence, one of the best sets I have seen in a long time. They really got the audience going and absolutely killed it. The slaughter was caught on a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

The Flatliners @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 16, 2011

2011-11-14T13:15:01Z

The Flatliners, one of my personal favourite bands, played an amazing show on the night of October 16th, co-headlining with Living With Lions. They played a solid set, balancing older with more recent songs, and totally killed it. Amazing energy from both the band and the crowd! Photos taken with a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

Dinosaur Bones @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 7, 2011

2011-11-11T15:04:30Z

Dinosaur Bones performed an amazing set on the night of October 7th, playing a number of songs off their latest release titled My Divider. They had not performed in Ottawa in quite some time, it was a pleasure for fans to welcome them back after so long. The set absolutely did not disappoint! Images via a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

This Is A Standoff @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 28, 2011

2011-11-10T01:40:42Z

This Is A Standoff played an amazing and energetic set in Ottawa on the night of October 28th. This show was part of their first cross-Canada tour in two years, Ottawa was certainly stoked on being able to welcome them back! They headined that night and put on a killer show. Images taken with a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

Akoufen @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 28, 2011

2011-11-07T13:06:19Z

Akoufen, a Franco-Ontarian punk/rock band, started the night off at Mavericks on October 28th, opening for Sparrows and This Is A Standoff. This 4-piece group put on a great show, starting the night off on an amazing note. Awesome set photographed with a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

Brighter Brightest @ Cafe Dekcuf (Ottawa, Ontario) on November 3, 2011

2011-11-05T15:51:24Z

Toronto's Brighter Brightest stopped by Ottawa's Cafe Dekcuf whilst on tour with Lifestory:Monologue, and put on an outstanding show. They performed a bunch of songs from their recently released full length titled Right For Me, including the single "Everyday". Amazing energy and killer set! We shot the energy on a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

Landslider @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 28, 2011

2011-11-03T11:53:47Z

Ottawa punk band Landslider performed a sick set as one of the openers for Sparrows and This Is A Standoff. This 4 piece band really started the night off on an amazing note, I'd love to see them again! Sickness shot with a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f/2.8.

Underoath @ La Tulipe (Montreal, Quebec) on October 8, 2011

2011-10-27T13:29:02Z

Underoath played an absolutely insane show this past weekend, including an encore! They headlined with both old and new songs and the whole thing just did not disappoint! Amazing way to end a killer show. Images taken on a Nikon D90, 14-24 mm f/2.8 & 50mm f/1.8.

Broadway Calls @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 16, 2011

2011-10-26T12:06:39Z

Broadway Calls, a three-piece punk-rock band from the States, performed a sick set at Mavericks in Ottawa last week. They opened for Living With Lions and The Flatliners and along with The Arteries, really set the energy for the night. Amazing performance! Images via a Nikon D90, 14-24 mm f/2.8.

Living With Lions @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 16, 2011

2011-10-24T10:55:24Z

Living With Lions are without a doubt, one of my favourite bands to photograph live! They played an absolutely killer set for a crowd who definitely was not afraid to get right into the performance. Great set and amazing energy combined made the whole thing a blast to shoot! Images taken on a Nikon D90, 14-24 mm f/2.8.

The Arteries @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 16, 2011

2011-10-23T13:59:16Z

UK punk band The Arteries put on an insanely fantastic show the other night, opening for headlining band The Flatliners. I had never heard of them before, but they absolutely blew me away and would love to see them back in Canada again soon! We snagged some pics on a Nikon D90; 14-24mm f/2.8.

The Strain @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on October 7, 2011

2011-10-21T12:53:50Z

The Strain, a young band who is fairly new to the Ottawa music scene, performed a great set at Mavericks on the night of October 7th. They came all the way from Wakefield to play and definitely started the night off on an amazing note! Their energy was shot with a Nikon D90, 14-24 mm f/2.8.

The Chariot @ La Tulipe (Montreal, Quebec) on October 8, 2011

2011-10-15T19:22:08Z

The Chariot KILLED IT in Montreal on Saturday. They performed on the floor right in the middle of the crowd, creating an absolutely insane show. This photographer was blown away (and not for the first time). I got these images with my Nikon D90, 14-24mm f.2.8 & 50mm f/1.8.

This Is Hell @ La Tulipe (Montreal, Quebec) on October 8, 2011

2011-10-14T19:12:05Z

American hardcore band This Is Hell played a killer, high-energy set in Montreal on October 8th. Opening for The Chariot, Comeback Kid and Underoath, This Is Hell performed an amazing set that definitely left a more than positive impression on the crowd. I'd be stoked to see them around again! Check the pics taken on a Nikon D90, 14-24mm f.2.8 & 50mm f/1.8.

Comeback Kid @ La Tulipe (Montreal, Quebec) on October 8, 2011

2011-10-13T04:15:06Z

One of my personal favourite bands, Comeback Kid put on an amazing show this past Saturday in Montreal. They opened for Underoath and performed a variety of songs off most of their albums. They put on a killer show and the audience was absolutely stoked on their set! Images capture with a Nikon D90, 14-24 mm f/2.8 & 50mm f/1.8.

Amelia @ Jubilee Hall (Sudbury, Ontario) on August 6, 2011

2011-10-12T02:18:56Z

Amelia headlined in Sudbury back in August, performing after Ottawa's Today I Caught The Plague. They got an insanely amazing response from the audience both during and after their set, great show overall! Images snagged on a Nikon D90, 50mm f/1.8.

Abandon All Ships @ Southern Ontario Metal Fest (Port Burwell) on August 27, 2011

2011-09-02T00:22:43Z

Abandon All Ships performed on the second night of the very first Southern Ontario Metal Fest in Port Burwell. They performed as the second headlining band of the night (along with Protest The Hero) and played an absolutely insane set. We captured the insanity on a Nikon D90, 50mm f/1.8.

City & Colour @ Ottawa Folk Festival (Hog's Back Park) on August 26, 2011

2011-09-01T16:31:57Z

They performed to a massive crowd, and incorporating both old and new songs into their set really got the audience singing and wanting more once it was all over. Absolutely incredible performance given by Dallas & co. Check out the Nikon D90, 50mm f/1.8-snagged images.

Blink 182 @ Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) on August 16, 2011

2011-08-25T14:38:06Z

Blink 182 headlined the Bell Centre on August 16th. The crowd anxiously awaited their return to the stage and the energy in the stadium was insanely high all evening. The guys put on an incredible show absolutely worth waiting for! Peep some pics from a Nikon D90, 50mm f/1.8.

My Chemical Romance @ Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) on August 16, 2011

2011-08-20T16:12:08Z

My Chemical Romance rocked the crowd at Bell Centre, opening for Blink 182. They played a lot of their more known singles for a massive crowd who wasn't afraid to sing along. Insane performance! Check out the pics shot on a Nikon D90, 50mm f/1.8.

The Riot Before @ Mavericks (Ottawa, Ontario) on July 29, 2011

2011-08-19T13:36:06Z

The Riot Before played an outstanding set in Ottawa on July 29th. Playing a full band set and finishing with a raw, acoustic version of "Backstage Room" made for a performance that more than blew away the crowd. Images snagged on a Nikon D90, 50mm f/1.8.

Manchester Orchestra @ The Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) on August 16, 2011

2011-08-19T12:13:20Z

Manchester Orchestra played a great set in Montreal on August 16th. They opened for My Chemical Romance and Blink 182 and really got the crowd stoked and excited about the whole event! Photos courtesy of a Nikon D90, 50mm f/1.8.