David D. Brown

sayreville, nj


Events:

Cradle of Filth

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-09-25 18:00:00

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Cradle of Filth is the biggest black metal band in the world. The BBC has done documentaries on them and cult style magazine. The Face has done features on them.

Cannibal Corpse

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-10-05 19:00:00

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Cannibal Corpse is an American death metal band from Buffalo. It was founded in 1988 by Chris Barnes. Detroit's The Black Dahlia Murder actually sound like they should live in Scandinavia, from whence originates much of the frenetic brand of death and black metal that inspires them. Formed in 2001, the group followed their six-song 'What a Horrible Night to Have a Curse' demo with the four-track 'A Cold-Blooded Epitaph E.P.,' which was released on their own Lovelost Records. With a number of acclaimed concerts appearances like the Milwaukee Metal Fest already under their belts, the group then signed with Metal Blade in 2003 and were soon recording their debut album 'Unhallowed.' The Red Chord is a metal band from Boston, MA.

Slightly Stoopid

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-10-10 19:00:00

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Slightly Stoopid plays a unique blend of reggae, metal, dub, ska, hip-hop and punk.

Status Green

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-09-01 18:00:00

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Status Green is a Central Jersey-based pop/rock quartet who formed in 2005.

Overkill

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-10-06 18:00:00

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With 14 full-length studio albums under its belt, Overkill continues to present high-quality, no-frills, solid working-class thrash. Operatika got its name from the operatic singing of its female lead vocalist.

Motion City Soundtrack

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-11-10 19:00:00

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Motion City Soundtrack is comprised of Joshua Cain, Tony Thaxton, Justin Pierre, Jesse Johnson and Matthew Taylor. Hailing from Norfolk, VA, Mae (an acronym for Multisensory Aesthetic Experience) is comprised of Matt Beck, Jacob Marshall, Mark Padgett, Rob Sweitzer and Dave Elkins. The five-piece set out together for a musical adventure in early 2001. This band was formed out of the ashes of several independent bands in the winter of 1996. The quintet from Orlando plays pop/rock music similar to Jimmy Eat World and Third Eye Blind.

Chevelle

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-09-08 19:30:00

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Chevelle is a guitar-driven, hard rock act inspired by bands like Helmet and Tool.

Bruce in the USA

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-08-18 20:00:00

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Bruce in the USA features the talented Bruce Springsteen look-alike Matt Ryan and a great group of musicians performing all of The Boss' greatest hits.

Joe Walsh

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-08-07 19:00:00

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Many know him only as the guitarist for the Eagles, but Joe Walsh has had a prosperous solo career outside the Eagles with his bluesy rock sound. By night, James Dolan is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for JD and The Straight Shot. By day, Dolan is the chairman of Madison Square Garden and the president and CEO of Cablevision Systems Corporation.

George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-09-21 19:30:00

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As the mastermind behind Parliament Funkadelic, George Clinton revolutionized R&B in the '70s, drawing on acid rock, soul and funk and laying the groundwork for hip-hop. He is a true genius of modern music and his concerts are legendary.

The Machine

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-12-08 19:30:00

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Sonata Arctica

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-02-03 17:30:00

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The Finnish power metal band Sonata Arctica are major players in the progressive metal scene.

Ring of Fire

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2007-12-15 18:30:00

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Michael Patrick's Ring of Fire band is an offspring of the successful country-rock group entitled The Suburban Hillbillies. While the original band continues to tour locally, its members have put together this special tribute show to honor and pay homage to one of their musical icons - Johnny Cash.

Ani Difranco

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-01-19 20:00:00

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Ani DiFranco's fierce independence and staggering talent has earned her a rabid following as well as the respect of her peers. She recently issued 'Canon,' a 36 track retrospective of her recorded career, including a handful of tracks revisited for this release.

Killswitch Engage

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-02-01 18:30:00

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All Ages: KILLSWITCH ENGAGE headline, Every Time I Die, The Dillinger Escape Plan and Parkway Drive support. Tickets: $26 Adv/$29 DOS.

Nightwish

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-05-05 18:30:00

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All Ages: NIGHTWISH headline, Sonic Syndicate support.

The Disco Biscuits

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-02-28 20:00:00

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The greatest leap year ball of them all! Tonight, the Biscuits will present three whole sets of music.

The Disco Biscuits

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-02-29 20:00:00

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Come one, come all, to the greatest Leap Year BALL of them all! Tonight's Leap Year gimmick invites you to dress as your favorite Bisco song for a chance to win a pair of tickets to Camp Bisco!

LIVE

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-03-15 19:30:00

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Super Pet Expo

Where: New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center

Date: 2008-02-08 00:00:00

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The premier shopping extravaganza for pet owners and pet lovers returns to the NJ Convention Center in Edison, NJ, February 8-10, 2008. No other event in the New York Metropolitan Area delivers more animal education and entertainment under one roof. Leashed pets are welcome to attend too. Adults: $12 Kids 12 and under $6 (free kids tickets available at www.SuperPetExpo.com) Save $3 and avoid long lines by buying tickets online at www.SuperPetExpo.com.

The Cult

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-04-19 18:00:00

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All Ages: THE CULT headline, The Cliks support. Tickets: $28 Adv/$30 DOS.

Candlemass

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-05-22 18:00:00

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Sevendust / Saliva

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-04-20 18:30:00

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double-headlining bill: Sevendust Saliva With special guests Neverset and Overscene. An all-ages to enter, 21 to drink event. $23 advance

SunDog at Connie's Night Club, Sayreville

Where: Connie's Night Club

Date: 2008-06-06 21:30:00

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Join Jersey's Good-Time Band SunDog for a night of rock & roll and dancing at Connie's Night Club in Sayreville. Mature crowd. Enjoy Connie's dance floor and martini bar. Show time 9:30PM til 1:30 AM. Visit www.sundogcountry.com for more information.

Finger Eleven

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-05-14 18:30:00

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Finger Eleven, from Ontario, Canada, features Scott Anderson (vocals), James Black (guitar), Rick Jackett (guitar), Sean Anderson (bass) and Rich Beddoe (drums). The members of the band first came together in high school as a funk-styled band named Rainbow Butt Monkey.

Strange Design

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-05-31 19:00:00

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The Black Dahlia Murder

Where: Starland Ballroom

Date: 2008-06-28 12:00:00

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Detroit's The Black Dahlia Murder actually sound like they should live in Scandinavia, from whence originates much of the frenetic brand of death and black metal that inspires them. Formed in 2001, the group followed their six-song 'What a Horrible Night to Have a Curse' demo with the four-track 'A Cold-Blooded Epitaph E.P.,' which was released on their own Lovelost Records. With a number of acclaimed concerts appearances like the Milwaukee Metal Fest already under their belts, the group then signed with Metal Blade in 2003 and were soon recording their debut album 'Unhallowed.'