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Concert Etiquette – 5 Things Not to Do at a Concert

amanda.medina — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 17:15:08 +0000

With Q-Ruption announced this week, I’d like to share my experience of “people watching” at Rock on the Range 2011. From this, I learned several “Nays” for Q-Ruption. All of us Q-Tease will have cameras at Q-Ruption, these simple guidelines will prevent you from making it into the “Q-Ruption Hall of Shame.” Don’t get drunk [...]

Backstage and Behind the Scenes At Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:00:50 +0000

Finally, I’ve posted the photos of my coverage at Rock on the Range 2011. Bare with me, I haven’t had time to edit the photographs. My stage photos of Hollywood Undead will be posted within the next couple days and will be edited.

Hourcast: Rock on the Range 2011 [Video]

amanda.medina — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:30:35 +0000

During Rock on the Range 2011, I had the pleasure of interviewing the entire band of Hourcast: Patrick McBride, Dave Henriquez, Jerry Clews, Dave Sullivan.

A Day to Remember: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 01:24:03 +0000

Did you have a chance to attend Rock on the Range and check out A Day to Remember's performance? If not, check out the gallery to see what you missed!

Egypt Central: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Thu, 26 May 2011 17:04:34 +0000

I had the pleasure of talking to Egypt Central on May 22nd at Rock on the Range. They were incredibly nice. The band performed at Rock on the Range for the first time this year, and loved the experience and the feedback they received fr

A Day To Remember: Rock on the Range 2011 [Video]

amanda.medina — Tue, 24 May 2011 20:40:10 +0000

Below the video, I've posted the interview word-for-word with Alex and Jeremy of A Day to Remember at Rock on the Range 2011. They were a great guys, and I wanted to thank Q103's sister station, Bananas, for giving me the opportunity to do a video interview with the band.

Trust Company: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Tue, 24 May 2011 19:18:51 +0000

On Saturday, I talked to James, a guitarist from the band, Trust Company, at Rock on the Range 2011. He's incredibly passionate about their music and had so many positive things to say about Trust Company's growth since the band started.

The Damned Things: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Mon, 23 May 2011 00:20:49 +0000

This is my second time seeing the Damned Things and they rocked just as hard as they did when they were in Albany when they performed at Northern Lights. Their latest album is, Ironclast, and they really have a fun and energetic album. If you’re not familiar with the Damned things, they are rock supergroup [...]

Cavo: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Sun, 22 May 2011 20:20:01 +0000

Meeting with the guys of Cavo was definitely an exciting experience at Rock on the Range. They were actually the first event I worked over a year ago for Q103. They were performing with Daughtry.

All That Remains: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Sun, 22 May 2011 19:35:24 +0000

Today, I spoke with Oli, the leader guitarist of All That Remains. They’re lined up to perform on the main stage laster this afternoon. He explained how the band just came in from a show in Pittsburgh the night before, so him and his band members unfortunately were unable to check out the first day [...]

Hinder: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Sun, 22 May 2011 18:48:04 +0000

Blower from Hinder stopped by for an interview yesterday at Rock on the Range. The last time I spoke with them was during one of the bad snow storms during the winter when they were schedule to perform at Northern Lights. I was actually snowed in at the radio station with Hinder for t

Alter Bridge: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Sat, 21 May 2011 19:00:16 +0000

Alter Bridge recently rocked the Albany area after they performed at Northern Lights with Black Stone Cherry and Like a Storm. Today, I had a chance to catch up with Mark and Scott from the band. Mark is the lead guitarist and Scott is the drummer. Alter Bridge is unique because they are made up [...]

Sick Puppies: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Sat, 21 May 2011 18:32:00 +0000

The Sick Puppies ended up being the first band I had the pleasure of interviewing. I’ve never interviewed a band before, but I’m truly happy I was able to have them as the first band to speak with. The Media tent is insane and full of chaos. There are radio personalities from all over, and [...]

Avenged Sevenfold: Rock on the Range 2011

amanda.medina — Sat, 21 May 2011 14:02:35 +0000

After arriving to Columbus, Ohio late Friday night, I was given the special opportunity to meet Avenged Sevenfold. I would like to extend a special thank you to Warner Bros. Records for arranging this event at Mozaik Lounge. By the way, Mozaik Lounge is an amazing bar, and the atmosphere of Columbus, Ohio is so [...]