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:

AUTHOR’S CONTENT

  • Dead & Company Revisits Woodstock ’69 Grateful Dead Set @ Bethel Woods NY [SETLIST/VIDEO]

    ~ HERSHEY STREAM ~ Dead & Company just closed off Night #5 of their Summer…

    Read more

  • Dead & Company Bring Summer Tour 2021 to Philly [SETLIST/VIDEO]

    ~ HERSHEY STREAM ~ Dead & Company played in Philly last night for Night #4…

    Read more

  • Dead & Company Fan Dies After Accident at Citi Field New York

    Dead & Company played their third show of Summer Tour 2021 last night at Citi…

    Read more

  • Dead & Company Returned to Citi Field, New York NY [SETLIST/VIDEO]

    ~ LATEST DEAD & CO SETLIST ~ Dead & Company played Night #3 of Summer…

    Read more

  • Phish Shares “Scents Intro > Moma Dance” Video from Atlantic City Run

    Phish just finished off a three-night run on the Atlantic City beach boardwalk with too…

    Read more