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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  • My Morning Jacket Announces ‘MMJ LIVE’ Vinyl Series

    My Morning Jacket has announced the launch of their new MMJ LIVE vinyl series, with the first…

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  • David Byrne’s American Utopia Announces Return to Broadway

    Very excited to see that David Byrne is bringing back his American Utopia show on…

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  • Tycho Announces ISO50 Mini-Fest in Brooklyn

    “This will be the East Coast debut of a new set I’ve developed incorporating elements from all three eras of…

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  • King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – Yours (Official Video)

    King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard have released the official video for “Yours” as the…

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  • Phish Announces Riviera Maya 2022

    Phish has announced their next Riviera Maya celebration is returning early next year! Set once…

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