Justin Ward

Justin Ward

Justin Ward is the founder of LiveMusicBlog.com, an independent music publication launched in the summer of 2004. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Ward created the site as a personal outlet to explore music beyond his favorite band, Phish, following their announced breakup that year. What began as a modest blog evolved into a widely respected source for live music coverage, featuring concert reviews, festival news, and artist spotlights across genres like jam bands, indie rock, electronic, jazz, and more. Ward’s passion for live music and his commitment to capturing the energy of performances helped establish a dedicated community of readers and contributors. Even after the site’s acquisition by On Tap Publishing in 2025, Ward’s influence remains evident in its continued focus on the live music experience and LMB’s devotion to delivering high-quality articles and news to its readers. Scroll down for a full list of Justin’s stories. Contact Justin: Email us Connect with Justin Ward:

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  • Oteil Burbridge Shares COVID-19 Struggle Following Brothers Reunion at MSG

    Oteil Burbridge was one of the main players on stage during The Brothers reunion that…

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  • Billy Strings Releases “Don’t Be A Stranger” Full Set Video from Cobblestone Live 2019

    Billy Strings dropped a full 90 minute stream last night of their performance at last…

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  • Phish Picks Virginia Beach ’97 for Next Dinner And A Movie Livestream

    Phish has given the fans what they demanded and will reach into their “1.0” vault…

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  • Legendary Beatles Photographer Astrid Kirchherr Has Passed Away, R.I.P.

    Astrid Kirchherr, the rock photographer who documented some of the earliest days of The Beatles,…

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  • Watch Jason Isbell & Amanda Play at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville for ‘Reunions’ Livestream

    Last night after a stalled opening due to the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, the Brooklyn Bowl…

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