Just A Bass Player From Buffalo, NY
I find it a bit amusing that being a fan of Billy Sheehan’s for so long, the one place I
Metalcore Night: Atreyu, Unearth, and Zero 9:36 Live Review
Long Island Sounds Contributor, Amanda Packey provides another great review for Atreyu’s performance at The Paramount, in concert with Northwell.
John 5 and Richie Kotzen: A Night of Guitar Mastery
In what felt like a friendly showdown at The Patchogue Theatre on Long Island between two masters of the fretboard,
Everclear, Local H & Sponge Rock Huntington: Concert Highlights
Contributing photographer/reviewer, Amanda Packey gives another great perspective of Everclear, Local H & Sponge’s performance at Huntington’s Paramount Theatre! On
The Magic of Geoff Tate Live: Operation: Mindcrime Tour Highlights
Contributing photographer/reviewer, Ms Amanda Packey covers Geoff Tate!! On Thursday, 10/16/2025, Geoff Tate brought his Operation: Mindcrime – The Final
Bayside’s 25th Anniversary Show: A Night to Remember
Once again, Amanda Packey contributed an outstanding review, complete with Bayside and The Sleeping stage antics! Check out her review
Energetic Performance by The Offspring at Jones Beach Amphitheater
Contributing Photographer/Reviewer, Amanda Packey did another outstanding job covering The Offspring a couple weeks ago at Jones Beach. It was
Celebrating David Lee Roth: The Ultimate Rock Frontman
I dont much get into opinion based debates, simply because there is no right or wrong, its based on opinion.
Al Di Meola’s Acoustic Tour: A Feast for the Senses
A few years ago, I did some work in Homestead, FL and while there, we went to what’s considered a
Samantha Fish Live: A Night to Remember on Long Island
I had the opportunity to cover and see Samantha Fish for the first time perform live in support of her
Adrenalize – Boulton Center 5/10/25
Ive been in the entertainment business for 20 years, 30 if you count working at a sports network and meeting
The Fast Lane Tribute – 1.25.25 Boulton Center
I sat backstage with the band as they continued rehearsing a few songs before they hit the stage. As they
Fleetwood Macked – Boulton Center 1.24.25
Whether it be the power trio of Peter Green, John McVie and Mick Fleetwood or the revamped and more contemporary
The Machine – 1/18/25 Boulton Center
Its not uncommon for The Machine to perform back to back shows in the same night. As was the case
2024 – A Year in Review
I often question myself about the world we live in; “whatever happened to common courtesy”? As a freelance photographer, building
David Gilmour – Luck & Strange 11.4.24 MSG
When the announcement was made that David Gilmour was once again going to be performing at Madison Square Garden, I
Richie Kotzen(sorta)-The Suffolk 10.20.24
As many may know, Ed Mashal was a Grammy award winning Audio Engineer most notably known for his work with
Texas Flood – The Suffolk 9.28.24
It occurred to me that when I actually sat and thought about it, I believe the only concert my mom
Greg Howe – The Suffolk Theater 8.9.24
I can only imagine how intimidating it may be when you reach a certain level of virtuosity and playing in
Def Leppard/Journey/Steve Miller-CitiField 8.7.24
The atmosphere at CitiField was electric as the crowd eagerly awaited the arrival of legendary rock bands on a rainy
Slash – S.E.R.P.E.N.T Tour 8.4.24
I was living with my sister Michele and her boyfriend when Guns & Roses released their debut album. And everytime
Keb’ Mo’ – Rooftop @ Pier 17 S.E.R.P.E.N.T.
From Gospel to Blues, Calypso to Folk, Keb’ Mo’ has been giving us music for more than 50 years! He’s
J.D. Leonard & Co. 07.07.24 Great Neck Park
It was the first time I had the opportunity to see JD Leonard perform. I had reached out to another
The Fab Faux – The Paramount 6.22.24
It took almost half of my life to finally appreciate The Beatles! But to be honest, I think my dislike
Joss Stone – The Paramount 5.29.24
Joss Stone and company began their Ellipsis tour at The Paramount in Huntington, NY on May 29, 2024. Warming up
Ozzmossis – The Suffolk, Riverhead, NY
There’s a reason why Ive seen Ozzmossis as many times as I have and many reasons why I’m such a
Absolute Adele – Boulton Center 6.7.24
My boss had sat me down, looking for recommendations about what acts I felt would get seats filled at our
To the Venues on Long Island – Thank YOU!!
When I first moved to Long Island in the summer of 2012, I didnt have much experience with Concert Photography
Al Di Meola – 5.9.24 Patchogue Theater
I believe the first album I ever heard from Al DiMeola was “Friday Night In San Francisco”. Yet another album,
Beck – Ola – The Suffolk, Riverhead, NY
I patiently, yet excitedly waited for the date to finally arrive when I would see Johnny A perform his tribute,
River Walk Bar & Grille – Riverhead, NY
I had the distinct pleasure of meeting up with my friends Robin and Dave of Dave Black Rocks Promotions for
ANA Popovic – Boulton Center 4.19.24
There are 3 women of blues guitar taking the stages by storm right now, Samantha Fish, Joanne Shaw Taylor and
YYNOT – 89 North, Patchogue NY 4.5.24
My Uncle Scott first introduced me to the music of Rush in the late 70’s so it shouldnt be surprising
K.K. Downing – 3.23.24 Patchogue, NY
Ive always been a fan of Glenn Tipton and KK Downing of Judas Priest. To me, along with the incomparable
Red Hot Chili Pipers – Patchogue Theater 3.9.24
(Article submitted by Amanda Packey) Have you ever been to a bagpipe dance party? Well, I sure have, and it
Vinnie Moore – The Iridium 3.10.24
Ive been a fan of Vinnie Moore for nearly 40 years!! It all started learning how to play Daydream from
Veronica Swift – Staller Hall, NY-3.2.24
Veronica Swift put on a stellar performance at Stallar Center Recital Hall at Stony Brook University on Long Island to
John 5 – The Gramercy NYC 2.15.24
The stage was set. A 1’ drum riser was set upstage center. On each side were a pair of 4’
Mr Big’s Big Finish – Patchogue Theatre 1.31.24
Ive stated before, Im not very good at writing “reviews”. I dont like to criticize and I feel that stating
So Long 2023, Hello 2024!! A Year In Review
Like everyone else, Ive been taking a few moments to reflect on 2023; good, bad and indifferent! But let me
Lauren Calve – Still Partners 10.13.23
In preparation for her up coming headlining tour, Lauren Calve showcased her talents in Sea Cliff, NY at Still Partners.
KILLER QUEEN – THE PARAMOUNT 9.23.23
There were a couple girls in my graduating class, Amy & Arlynn, who both stated that Bohemian Rhapsody was their
Shinnecock Pow Wow 2023!!
I have to admit, I really miss spending summers with my mom when I was growing up. For the majority
FREEBIRD – Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band 8.25.23
Well, it took me a couple of years, but I finally got to see FREEBIRD – The Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute
Styx, Bonamassa, Felder – Jones Beach 8.12.23
Ive always wondered how the schedule is decided when two acts can both be billed as a headliner? Does someone
Great South Bay Music Fest feat. Gov’t Mule 7.23.23
For personal and scheduling reasons, I was unable to attend all but Sunday’s line up for this year’s Great South
Mudvayne’s “Psychotherapy Sessions” 7.28.23
I will never understand Long Island’s taste of music!! And I cant put my finger on any certain genre that
Boy George & Culture Club w/Howard Jones 7.23.23
Amanda Packey did another amazing job covering these performances for Long Island Sounds! You can catch more of her work
Keifer/Winger/Corabi – Patchogue 6.27.23
The worst thing about the 80’s, in my opinion, was the music! I was not a fan of all the
Cheap Trick – 5.18.23 Theatre at Westbury, NY
It always warms my heart to see parents my age taking their kids to concerts that were around when we
Catholic Health Ribbon Cutting feat. Jackson Dean 5.2.23
Long Island Sounds proudly welcomes new contributor, Amanda Packey!! As one might imagine, considering the amount of talent Long Island
From Constraints to Creativity: Podcasting Journey
If life has taught me anything, it’s that waiting for the perfect moment rarely works—someone else will usually seize the
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