by Zach M Anderson | Aug 4, 2017 | Photos
Massachusetts metalcore titans Converge brought their musical devastation to Waiting Room on July 31st, marking an end to their five-year absence from Western New York. Like a unstoppable force of nature wreaking havoc in its path, time and advancing age have not...
by Nick Sessanna | Jun 10, 2017 | Preview
It’s hard to believe that it’s been eight long years since Speakerfire last graced a stage in Buffalo, NY. Their distinct brand of alternative rock is stuffed full of pitch-shifted guitar noise and late-aughts emo sentiment, which made them a mainstay in...
by Mike Powell | May 17, 2017 | Preview
Iron Chic are an indie/pop-punk band from Long Island and tonight they will be bringing the house down at the Studio at Waiting Room. Iron Chic are known for their anthem like quality full of pounding rhythm and fast paced, slicing guitars. Playing alongside Iron Chic...
by Zach M Anderson | May 12, 2017 | Photos
Buffalo’s own rock ‘n’ roll rebels Made Violent played a blistering hometown show at the Studio at Waiting Room on May 5th, whipping the crowd into a fierce frenzy. With a seven-inch single soon to be released and a new album fully recorded, Made...
by Cliff Parks | Mar 19, 2017 | Preview
House Of Pain are one of those 90’s exuberances that’s simultaneously regrettable and irresistible, especially during Buffalo’s internationally renowned extended St. Patrick’s Day bacchanal, which reaches it’s apex today with the parade...
by Cliff Parks | Feb 25, 2017 | Preview
Tonight Wu-Tang original GZA aka The Genius will be breaking it down at The Waiting Room with special guests Mayhem Lauren and Short Moscato. A true legend, GZA is the realest of real deals whether it’s with the Wu-Tang, unleashing Liquid Swords, being strong...
by Cliff Parks | Feb 11, 2017 | Preview
Get your dancing shoes cleaned and ready because dancing is mandatory when STRFKR comes to town, and they’re landing tonight here at The Waiting Room with Psychic Twin. The Portland, Oregon psychedelic dance funk outfit are known for irresistible grooves and...
by Cliff Parks | Feb 10, 2017 | Know Your Opener
Brooklyn shoegazers Psychic Twin will be getting tonight’s STRFKR show at the Waiting Room started perfectly with their ethereal yet emotionally charged electronica, and to miss them frankly, is to play yourself out. Psychic Twin is the brainchild of daughter of...
by Steven Knapp | Jan 22, 2017 | Preview
Houston rapper RiFF RAFF quickly established himself as one of the genre’s most outlandish personalities upon debuting with his Birth Of An Icon mixtape on Mad Decent label back in 2011. The notoriously collaborative artist has worked with an eclectic mix of...
by Brendan O'Connor | Oct 20, 2016 | Photos
Have you ever went to a show and been so blown away by an opener that the rest of the show just feels like a blur? The band that kicked this show off, Culture Abuse, did just that. One of the most rocking bands I have seen in a VERY long time. They’re super...
by Brendan O'Connor | Oct 17, 2016 | Preview
Tonight, Californian post hardcore act Touce Amore will be rolling through Buffalo for the first time in a minute. Fresh off of the release of their newest album on Epitaph records, title Stage Four, the scene veterans are sure to give you a taste of the new LP,...
by Brendan O'Connor | Sep 19, 2016 | Photos
If you’re from Buffalo and haven’t at least heard of Every Time I Die, there’s something wrong with you. The five piece has built a huge following in Buffalo and beyond over the years, but their hometown shows are always something special, usually on...
by Brendan O'Connor | Jun 4, 2016 | Photos
This past Wednesday night, the emos came out in droves to see Tiny Moving Parts at Waiting Room. The band has played Buffalo more than a few times over the past couple of years, and have built a strong local following. With relatable lyrics and a boisterous live show,...
by Brendan O'Connor | May 31, 2016 | Preview
Tonight, Waiting Room once again proves it is the place to be for staked emo gigs as Minnesota’s Tiny Moving Parts will be making yet another stop in Buffalo, this time in support of their newest release, Celebrate. Also making a repeat stop will be indie-emo...
by Jon Krol | May 7, 2016 | Preview
Tonight, one of indie rock’s most celebrated “it” bands will be gracing the stage at the Waiting Room (Studio). Jeff the Brotherhood has been a consistent highlight of the scene for the past few years. Their assorted mix of sounds, ranging from punk...