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Every time I see Flogging Molly perform live, I think of what Dave King told me a few years back of their performances: "A wise man told me once to play every show like its my last... and that man was Angus Young." So say that Flogging Molly's performance at the Grove in Sacramento was played in such a way would be an understatement. But let's back up a bit. It would be easy to forget the opening band; that is, unless the opening band is Jackson United. Formed by Chris from the Foo Fighters and Max from the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, this band owned the stage, making sure that no one was sitting down during the show. Jackson United opened with their single, 21st Century Fight Song and made the most of their 14 song set, leaving fans who didn't know the band before saying things like "this is the greatest opening band I have ever seen, and I hate opening bands." Flogging Molly took the stage next for an early set that started around 8:15 PM. The crowd erupted in applause as their favorite punk rock band danced their way into Likes Of You Again. At first when I heard that Flogging Molly would be playing in Sacramento, I was hesitant about the crowd because of Sac's lack of music venues, but the line to get into the venue was off into the sunset and the fans did not disappoint. Dave King and crew played a number of fan favorites, making sure to hit everything from Swagger> to their newest full-length album, Within a Mile of Home, not letting the Guinness have time to settle. A few songs into the set, King noted that he had a flu today, but no illness would hold this man back. By the time Flogging Molly came back for their encore, the crowd was in awe to see King take the stage solo, lit up like a hero, playing World Alive, followed by the fan-favorite Black Friday Rule. About halfway through BFR, the other six members of the band joined King on stage, finishing the show on a high note and not missing a beat. If you like sitting down at concerts, then Flogging Molly isn't for you. However, if you like being a part of the concert experience, then Flogging Molly is a band that you can't miss.

Check out more pix from the show below!
Jackson United Gallery
Flogging Molly Gallery

Panic at the Disco will be rocking the Arco Arena in Sacramento this Sunday on the Rock Band Live tour. The young band will be supported by Dashboard Confessional, Plain White Ts (yes, that Hey There Delilah band), and The Cab for one of the last big tours of the year. This is one you don't want to miss, so get your tickets now. Oh and you can expect there will be Rock Band on site. If you get to the venue early, you can even play for a chance to win the opportunity to play on stage between sets!

UK sensation Pendulum will be swinging into the Fillmore in San Francisco on October 14 on a rare stop in the bay area. See live and in person what blew the minds of thousands at the Reading Festival. The Australian band also has recently released their sophomore album, In Silico, on Atlantic Records. Tickets for the show are available now at Ticketmaster and the new album is available in stores. Make sure to check out the video of the band's gig at Reading Festival!

This just in! Pendulum mini-mix now available! Download the band's mix here.

Concert Pipeline was on hand as Goldfinger rocked the Boardwalk back in April and the group, led by John Feldmann is back for a one-night only event at Sacramento State's Union Ballroom on October 2nd. Tickets are on sale now and if you've never seen Goldfinger, this is a show that you don't want to miss! Make sure to check out their new album Hello Destiny, in stores now.

Gear up, boys and girls! Flogging Molly will be hitting the bay hard with three Irish punk filled shows. The 7-piece rock band will be visiting the Grove in Sacramento on October 18 and playing sold-out shows at the Fillmore in San Francisco immediately following on October 19-20. So let's raise our Guinness to Flogging Molly and check them out as they bring their new album, Float, to to the bay. Tickets are on sale now!

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Ep. 43: The Color Fred
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