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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  • LOCKN’ Cancels 2020 Festival, Announces JRAD Livestreams

    The team behind the LOCKN’ music festival have announced that they are moving everything to…

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  • Mike Gordon & Leo Kottke Release “Flat Top” Video

    Last Friday marked the release of the new Mike Gordon and Leo Kottke album, Noon,…

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  • Phish Announces Dicks-pectacular Webcasts Over Labor Day Weekend

    For this week’s upcoming Phish webcast, the band is skipping the usual Tuesday celebration for…

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  • TUNE IN NOW: Phish Airs UIC Pavilion 2011 Night One for Dinner And A Movie

    Phish will play their August 15, 2011 show from UIC Pavilion in Chicago for the…

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  • Todd Nance (Founding Drummer of Widespread Panic) Has Passed Away, R.I.P.

    Todd Nance, ex-drummer of Widespread Panic and founding member of the band for many years,…

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