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

  • Phish is Back At The Barn in Vermont (For Some Reason)

    If you still think it’s a bit weird that Phish fans now follow the children…

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  • Vermont Musician Gordon Stone Has Passed Away, R.I.P.

    Vermont banjo and pedal steel player Gordon Stone has reportedly passed away. He was a…

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  • Wilco & Sleater-Kinney Reschedule Tour to August 2021

    “The tour we have to wait a little longer for…”

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  • Summer Camp Cancels 2020 Festival & Postpones to Memorial Day 2021

    After moving this year’s Summer Camp Music Festival to this August, 2020 following the coronavirus…

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  • TUNE IN NOW: Phish ‘Dinner And A Movie’ Ep. 16: Alpine Valley 2019 Night #3

    Phish will show the final night of their first leg of the Summer 2019 Tour…

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