Images: Lawrence Arms, Nothington, Great Apes February 16, 2014 at El Rey Theater (Los Angeles)

Every year at Punk Rock Bowling, you’re forced to make some tough choices. There are so many great bands playing club shows at the same time, and you’re bound to miss someone great. So last year, while our own Emily Matview covered the Lawrence Arms/Nothington show, I attended Strung Out/Guttermouth at Fremont Country Club. So when the Larry Arms announced a tour in support of Metropole, their first record in eight years, I vowed not to miss them again, and made the long trek to Los Angeles’ El Rey Theater. ...

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Images: This or The Apocalypse, Sworn In, Shai Hulud February 10, 2014 at the Southern Nevada Sports Centre

February 10 marked my second of two back-to-back nights spent at Vegas’ newest all ages venue, the Southern Nevada Sports Centre. While the first night was a rather sparsely attended pop punk show, on this night, I was prepared for a near sold-out show of hardcore and metal. ...

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Images: Breathe Carolina, Mod Sun, Ghost Town, Lionfight February 14, 2014 at the Hard Rock Live

While I assume most of Las Vegas spent their Valentine's Day evening on fancy dates with loved ones, I spent my time watching Breathe Carolina at Hard Rock Live with support provided by Mod Sun, Ghost Town, and Lionfight. I must say, it was probably the most entertaining Valentine's Day I've had yet. ...

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