Maine’s had its fair share of iconic alternative rock shows over the years. Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters , Red Hot Chili Peppers, Dave Matthews Band, and Smashing Pumpkins...just to name a few have all played in our state, however a surprising number of well-known legends… just haven’t.
You may have found yourself among the lucky few who get to see an amphitheater-level band in a small club before they break out and become huge mainstream stars. Well, about 200 people got to do just that 20 years ago when WCYY welcomed My Chemical Romance to be part of our annual Holiday Bizarre.
The Maine Savings Amphitheater on the Bangor Waterfront has witnessed numerous memorable concerts, and this one on August 24th, 2023, was no exception.
The mood throughout the evening was energetic, positive, and fun. The crowd was noticeably smaller than some of the other concerts, everyone seemed to have an excellent time.
The kickoff for their "The Dropkick Murphys Fall Tour 2023" is happening in Bangor on Wednesday, September 27th, at the Maine Savings Amphitheater, featuring The Interrupters and Jesse Ahern.