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Pipe Bomb & Plead The Widow’s Cause in Lancaster - October 2026

Solid Rock Productions returned after a 10-year hiatus with an energetic church basement metalcore show featuring Diamonds to Dust, Prevailer, Plead the Widow’s Cause, PRDGMS, and Pipe Bomb. The night was filled with non-stop chaos: mosh pits, stage dives, walls of death, and guest vocals, all centered on Christ. Check out the full review!

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Behold The Beloved: “Homegrown” Live DVD Recording

Christian rock band Behold The Beloved recorded their live DVD, Homegrown, in front of a passionate hometown crowd at The Junction Center. The high-energy, worship-centered show featured hit songs, throwbacks, heavy production, and special guest appearances. Check out our full review!

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Uprise Festival 2026 Review - Day Two

Day Two of Uprise Festival drew a record-breaking 30,000 attendees to Shippensburg, PA, for an action-packed lineup despite high humidity. Highlights included sets from Chaotic Resemblance, Scout and the Saints, Convictions, and a rare performance by veteran rock band Pillar, along with intense headlining energy from Wolves at the Gate on the Rockstar Stage. Main stage performances by Ben Fuller and Crowder set the stage for Brandon Lake, who led the massive crowd in an uplifting worship finale to close out the weekend.

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Uprise Festival 2026 Review - Day One

The annual Uprise Festival in Shippensburg, PA, kicked off with a full day of live music across multiple stages, drawing crowds despite high heat and occasional technical delays. Up-and-coming rock and punk artists set an energetic tone early in the afternoon, paving the way for mid-day sets from The Protest and Disciple. The night wrapped up with headlining performances from major Christian music acts TobyMac & Skillet, closing out a heavy day of performances.

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The Protest & Relent at The Junction Center - August 2026

Mawcore, Relent, and headliners The Protest brought down the house at Manheim’s Junction Center with an explosive night of high-octane rock! From Relent’s thunderous nu-metal beats to The Protest dropping a huge September 10 album announcement, these bands delivered raw energy, faith, and unmatched fan love.

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Uprise Festival 2026 Guide

The Uprise Festival returns to the Shippensburg Fairgrounds (September 11–12) with over 40 musical acts across four stages, including Skillet, Brandon Lake, Disciple, and Wolves at the Gate. Beyond the music, the event features a Kids Zone, a 5K run, a Praise & Pancake Breakfast, and campsite options. You won’t want to miss it!

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Disciple & ALTIRA at The Junction Center - June 2026

After a disappointing bus breakdown led to a cancelled show in December, Disciple made a triumphant return to The Junction Center in Manheim, PA. The show drew a huge crowd. Both Disciple and Altira rocked the stage with old and new hits, in an epic night of music.

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Brotality at Phantom Power - June 2026

Brotality came ready to throw down at the Phantom Power in Millersville, PA! With their sick riffs, killer bass drops, and a set list jam packed with songs from their new EP, this three-piece whipped the crowd into a frenzy.

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2026 Festival Road Trip Guide

Ditch your headphones for the front row! This guide breaks down 10 faith-based music festivals hitting the US—from free weekenders to massive multi-stage events like Lifest and Uprise. Packed with heavy-hitters like Skillet and Disciple, rare reunions from Run Kid Run and Bleach, and fresh emerging talent, these family-friendly festivals offer the ultimate mix of live music, camping, food trucks, and community vibes. Find your perfect summer festival now!

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Demon Hunter, Convictions and Cultist at Capital City Music Hall - May 2026

Demon Hunter delivered a massive 20-song set at Harrisburg’s Capital City Music Hall, supported by Convictions and Cultist. The night was packed with highlights, including a record-breaking 38 crowd surfers during a single song and a setlist that ranged from stripped-back acoustic moments to a heavy circle pit encore. It was a loud, high energy night that proved the scene is still going strong.

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Behold The Beloved at The Junction Center - December 2025

When a broken-down tour bus forced Disciple and Honor & Glory to cancel their December 12th show at The Junction Center, local rockers Behold the Beloved (BTB) stepped in to save the day. Organized in less than 12 hours, the band delivered a high-energy, free performance for disappointed fans, turning a potential letdown into a memorable night of worship and rock.

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The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Burns Red

This is a detailed guide for the 2025 Christmas Burns Red music festival, a two-night heavy metal event held in Lancaster, PA, and organized by August Burns Red (ABR). The event takes place on Friday, December 12th (featuring Currents, Invent Animate, and others) and Saturday, December 13th (featuring Animals as Leaders, Boundaries, and others), with ABR performing special sets celebrating the anniversaries of their albums Thrill Seeker and Found in Far Away Places. Check out the article for all of the details and logistics, as well as a map of local bars, restaurants, shopping, and more!

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Pillar & Behold The Beloved Concert Review - October 2025

Pillar made an exciting return to Lancaster, PA on October 17, 2025 at The Junction Center. The evening, MC'd by John Stafferi of WJTL's "Some Sort of Rock Show," began with a dynamic set from local favorites Behold the Beloved, who energized the room with songs like "Toxic Lullaby" and "Am I Broken.” The main event featured the full classic Pillar lineup (Rob Beckley, Noah Henson, Michael Whittig, and Lester Estelle II) plus guest guitarist J.R. Bareis, who immediately launched into hits like "Fireproof" and "For The Love of the Game." The band delivered a high-energy performance spanning their career, including crowd-pleasers like "Bring Me Down," "Frontline," and covers of Collective Soul's "Shine" and U2's "Sunday Bloody Sunday." The entire show, capped by the encore "Underneath It All," was an amazing experience and the band has not lost a step!

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Uprise Festival 2025 Review - Day Three

Get the inside scoop on Day 3 of Uprise Festival 2025! This blog post recaps an unforgettable day of Christian music, featuring high-energy sets from metal bands Brotality and Saved By Skarlet, plus powerful worship moments with Elevation Rhythm and headliner Phil Wickham. Experience the mix of genres and the powerful atmosphere that defined the festival's final day. Read our review and get excited for Uprise Festival 2026!

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Uprise Festival 2025 Review - Day Two

Relive the best of Uprise Festival's Day 2! From the high-energy sets of Relentless Flood and XIII Minutes to fan-favorite performances by Disciple and War of Ages, this recap covers a full day of Christian rock, metal, and worship. We even caught a surprise encore from Disciple and a beautiful acoustic set from Lacey Sturm.

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Uprise Festival 2025 Review - Day One

Relive the best of Uprise Festival's 20th Anniversary! This Day 1 review covers performances from top Christian artists like Jeremy Camp and Skillet, as well as rising bands Bloodlines and Honor & Glory. Discover why this Christian rock festival is a must-attend event for fans of all genres.

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