Three of the Loudest Concerts I Ever Got to See in Connecticut

A friend recently asked me what were the loudest concerts that I went to in my 40+ years of seeing shows, and my Top 3 may surprise you.

The first concert I ever saw in Connecticut was U2 at the Hartford Civic Center in April 1985. We were in the nosebleeds, but EVERYONE was screaming at the top of their lungs. That was the first time that my ears rang after a concert, it wasn't the band that damaged my hearing it was fans. I've seen hundreds of concerts since, and today my ears are shot. I've got high-end hearing loss in both of my ears, and I will not go to a concert without earplugs from now on, I've heard too many of my friends come down with tinnitus, and I don't want it.

Three of the Loudest Concerts I Ever Got to See in Connecticut

After 33 years of working at various radio stations around Connecticut, I've been lucy enough to see hundreds of live performances. A friend recently asked what were the loudest concerts that I remember going to. I came up with three that truly blew my ear drums away.

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Bonus picks to round out the Top 5 - at #4, the Violent Femmes at Mohegan Sun in 2018, my God, the sound that came out of that three piece band? Unreal. And #5 was Phoenix at College Street Music Hall in New Haven in 2017.

Take a Stroll Along the Hudson Valley - Catskills Walk of Fame

Did you know that there is a Walk of Fame in Woodbury Common Premium Outlets? It's the Hudson Valley - Catskills Walk of Fame, and I took photos of the most recognizable honorees and their stars over the weekend, take a stroll with me

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Hollywood's Best Kept Secret: 11 Famous Movies Shot in Connecticut

Connecticut has long been a favorite filming location for major Hollywood productions. Over the years, the state has played host to a variety of iconic films, showcasing its diverse landscapes and charming towns. From blockbusters to beloved classics, here are 11 of the most famous movies that were filmed right here in the Nutmeg State.

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