Goldfield Trading Post in Roseville saw its walls shake and its rafters rattle on July 12th, with a triple-bill that brought together rising local acts and rock royalty for a night that definitely left ears ringing.
Opening the show was Big Machine. Right out of the gate, they had the room locked in with Christopher Duran belting out a powerhouse cover of The Mob Rules by Black Sabbath. But the real standout moment was watching his son, Mason Duran, tear it up on lead guitar—showing both skill and stage confidence that hinted at big things ahead for the younger Duran. Big Machine closed their set on a high note with a blistering version of Judas Priest’s Screaming for Vengeance, giving the crowd plenty to talk about before the next band hit the stage.
Arminius followed, bringing their signature heavy-metal charge. They opened with their moody intro, building anticipation before launching into The Trooper by Iron Maiden. Their performance was tight, energetic, and true to the spirit of classic metal. Arminius ended with a powerful cover of Wasted, keeping the adrenaline flowing and setting the perfect stage for the main event.
When L.A. Guns took over, the room hit another level. Tracii Guns delivered exactly what people came for—lightning-fast solos and seasoned showmanship. One of the night’s most unexpected and memorable moments came when Tracii stepped away from his guitar to play the Theremin, adding an eerie, atmospheric vibe that was part science experiment, part rock spectacle. The band also treated fans to a “taste” of their latest work, performing Taste It from their newest release, Leopard Skin, blending their classic sleaze-rock roots with something fresh. They closed out the night, naturally, with Rip and Tear, giving the crowd that final shot of high-octane rock ‘n’ roll.
It was one of those shows where old school met new blood, family shared the stage, and the music kept everyone moving until the last note. Nights like that are exactly why live music still matters. If you were looking for a reason to believe live rock is alive and well in Roseville, this show was it.
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Words and pictures by Christopher Crone
Categories: Concert Photography, L.A. Guns, Reviews
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