Photos: Dread Engine @ The Whiskey Warehouse

It didn't take very long to get the fire ignited when Columbus natives, Dread Engine opened last Saturday night's show at the Whiskey Warehouse in Mansfield, Ohio. The last time I saw Dread Engine, it was back in July at Ink in the Clink. They certainly left my ears wanting more. So when I finally heard on social media that they were coming "somewhat" close to my neck of the ends, I seized the opportunity to see them.

Now with a few different band members replaced and the upcoming release of their CD next month, the work has paid off. The "Engine" never felt cleaner and roared with a sound that leaves your chest echoing with a heavier vibration of pure power! Not that it wasn't before, but the new stuff played that evening really left a fire burning in my stomach wanting much more. I was hoping their set would last a little longer with only three bands on the bill. Their next big show on Saturday, April 8 at the Alrosa Villa in Columbus can't come soon enough. Go see it. My recommendations doesn't come higher than this...YOU WON'T BE DISSIPOINTED. I'm putting my stamp of approval on it!

Here are some shots from their set that night.

Stitched Up Heart, Letters From The Fire & Olathia @ Whiskey Warehouse

It was an estrogen filled evening at the Whiskey Warehouse Bar & Grill last Wednesday night (February 8). Stitched Up Heart, Letters From The Fire and Olathia, all female fronted bands, played the new stage on a snowy evening in Mansfield, Ohio. First time at the Whiskey Warehouse. I heard a lot of good buzz on social media how people say it's considered the hidden gem in North East Ohio. The words stuck to the wall. This place was kick ass! Interior is well designed with decor that resembles a modern-aged bar with a few twists to set it apart.

I arrived there about an hour and half before doors opened to hear the sound check of Stitched Up Heart as I walked through the main doors. The night previous to this show, I was in Cleveland photographing Letters From The Fire and Stitched Up Heart, so after they were done, I made sure to introduce myself and congratulated them on a great set that night. Mixi sat at the bar invested in her phone when she told me the band had engine problems and were seeking donations from their fans. She then showed me how she was sending each contributor a personalize pictured and note for their donation. Thanks to ChrisE. of Olathia, I was able to grab a shot with her AND added my own personalization to it. \m/ \m/

Olathia

Letters From The Fire

Stitched Up Heart