Brody Dolyniuk Leads A Full‑Throttle 80s Pop New Wave Show Takeover: A Symphony of 80s Music Hits Light Up The AMP Inside Craig Ranch Park LV This Friday April 10th

 This Friday, April 10th, the AMP Amphitheater at Craig Ranch Regional Park transforms into a neon‑drenched, arena‑sized celebration of the greatest decade in music history!

Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm, and the best part — it’s completely free, all‑ages! First-come, first-served. So, get there early! Facebook Event Page

Get ready for Totally 80s Symphonic! The latest high‑powered production from The Symphonic Rock show featuring a full 22‑piece orchestra, fused with a lineup of world‑class musicians. Out front is none other than Las Vegas’ own hometown powerhouse, Brody Dolyniuk, delivering the iconic vocals and stage presence that made the 1980s the golden era of pop & new wave anthems.

Photos from past performances.
(Photo Credit Goes To The Photographer)

Photos from past performances.
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This isn’t just a tribute — it’s a full‑scale sonic experience. Expect the biggest hits of the decade reimagined with sweeping strings, bold brass, thunderous percussion, and the electrifying energy of a live band. From fist‑pumping classics to cinematic power ballads, every song hits with the kind of depth and drama only a symphonic production can deliver!

{My Take}

Grab your spot, bring the family, and get ready to relive the decade that defined this music era. With Brody Dolyniuk leading a powerhouse lineup and a 22‑piece orchestra amplifying every anthem, this is one of those Vegas nights you don’t want to miss! 

Totally 80s Symphonic! hits the AMP Amphitheater this Friday, April 10th (Doors 6pm - Show 7pm) — free, loud, and unforgettable. This show will RAWK your lights out!

Gary England

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Totally 80s Symphonic! Friday, April 10th Craig Ranch Regional Park – AMP Amphitheater Doors 6pm • Show 7pm Free • All‑Ages • First Come, First Serve

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Why Toxic Know Nothing Armchair Critics Attack Talented Musicians And Performers On Social Media

WARNING: RANT ALERT!

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American Psychological Association / Professional Services & Consulting

I get tired of seeing know-nothing armchair critics post bad things about my very talented musician friends, and my friends who are in the show business world on social media platforms!

Here are my thoughts, and the thoughts from psychology professionals and doctors about this abnormal behavior.

Every musician who’s ever posted a killer clip, a glowing review, or a packed‑house photo knows the pattern: the better the performance, the louder the know‑nothing critics get. These aren’t industry pros, fellow musicians, or even informed fans. They’re armchair commentators who contribute nothing yet feel compelled to tear down people who are actually doing the work really well!

So why do they do it? The answer is a mix of psychology, insecurity, and the strange incentives of social media.

🎭 1. Excellence Exposes Insecurity

Great performers trigger something uncomfortable in people who’ve never taken a risk, never stepped on a stage, and never put their talent on display. When someone sees a musician thriving, it highlights their own lack of achievement. Instead of being inspired, they lash out.

Criticism becomes a shield — a way to pretend they’re above the thing they’re actually afraid to try.

📱 2. Social Media Rewards Negativity

Platforms amplify comments that spark reactions, and negativity spreads faster than praise. Armchair critics know this instinctively. A snarky jab or dismissive comment gets attention, replies, and engagement.

For someone who has no real voice or audience, stirring up conflict becomes their only way to feel relevant.

🪞 3. They Mistake Opinion for Expertise

The internet has blurred the line between having a thought and having knowledge. Many critics genuinely believe their uninformed opinion carries the same weight as years of training, rehearsal, and live performance experience.

They don’t understand the craft — but they’re convinced they do.

🎤 4. They Want the Power Without the Work

Performers earn their spotlight through sweat, discipline, and vulnerability. Critics want the feeling of authority without any of the responsibility. Commenting is easy. Creating is hard.

Tearing down someone else’s work gives them a temporary illusion of superiority.

🧩 5. They Don’t See the Human Being Behind the Art

Distance makes cruelty easier. When a musician is just a face on a screen, critics forget they’re talking to a real person with real effort behind every note. The lack of empathy fuels comments they would never say in person to their face!

⭐ The Truth: Their Comments Say Nothing About the Performer

Toxic know-nothing critics don’t reveal flaws in the artist — they reveal flaws in themselves. Great performers keep growing, keep playing, keep winning crowds. Armchair critics stay exactly where they are: on the sidelines, shouting into the void.

The best musicians know this: the louder the critics get, the more your work is reaching people. And nothing frustrates a toxic know-nothing commenter more than seeing an artist succeed anyway.

{My Take}

In the end, toxic know-nothing armchair critics aren’t a threat to real talent — they’re background noise. Great performers keep creating, keep improving, and keep winning over real fans, while the know‑nothings stay stuck in the comment section, shouting into the void. The smartest artists understand this simple truth: criticism from the unqualified is just proof that your work is reaching people who could never do what you do. Let them talk — you’ve got a stage to own!

Gary England