David Saxum
Inside Nessa Barrett’s Stunning Aftercare Tour Finale at The Wiltern
LOS ANGELES, CA- It was the final night of Nessa Barrett’s Aftercare Tour in the U.S., and The Wiltern was packed—two sold-out nights before she takes her show across the pond to Europe. The energy in the room was electric before the first note even played,…
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Deliver a Powerful, Star-Studded Show at The Kia Forum
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Kia Forum in Los Angeles set the stage for a packed night of music, featuring Iron & Wine, Waxahatchee, and Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats. Each act brought its own distinct style—stripped-down folk, powerful indie rock, and full-band soul—creating a dynamic…
Richy Mitch and the Coal Miners Light Up The Troubadour: A Night of Connection and Music
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Troubadour has always held a special place in my heart, being the first venue I attended after moving to LA. Tucked into West Hollywood, it carries an intimacy you won’t find in larger spaces. Walking into the second sold-out show of…
A Night of Vulnerability and Beauty: Leith Ross’s Concert at The Ford Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA- Leith Ross’s recent performance at The Ford in Los Angeles was profoundly moving. Concluding their tour in this setting felt perfectly tailored to Ross’s unique style. The venue’s quiet, natural beauty, with its open-air amphitheater nestled into the hillside, provided an intimate…
Maggie Rogers Shines at the Forum: A Powerful End to the Don’t Forget Me Tour
LOS ANGELES, CA- Maggie Rogers’ latest album, Don’t Forget Me, released earlier this year, marks a bold evolution in her artistry—a reflective yet experimental body of work that reaches deeper into her emotional core than ever before. While her earlier releases captured her fresh, free-spirited…
Beyond Beyond Beyond Tour: The Crane Wives Deliver a Powerful Set at The Fonda Theatre
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Crane Wives have steadily become one of the most captivating acts in the indie folk scene, renowned for their emotionally charged lyrics, powerful vocal harmonies, and dynamic live performances. Hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, the band initially came together as friends, exploring…
Top 3s at Escape Halloween 2024: The Best Stages, Performances, and Costumes
CHECK OUT OUR ESCAPE HALLOWEEN RECAP HERE! SAN BERNARDINO, CA- From the haunting atmosphere to the unforgettable music and costumes, Escape Halloween gave us a weekend of pure, eerie magic. These “top 3s” only scratch the surface of an event that brought a kaleidoscope of…
Escape Halloween 2024 Recap: A Night of Beats and Thrills at NOS Events Center
CHECK OUT OUR ESCAPE HALLOWEEN HIGHLIGHTS HERE! SAN BERNARDINO, CA- The NOS Events Center became the ultimate Halloween haunt this past weekend as Escape Halloween 2024 delivered its most immersive and electrifying edition yet. Amid swirling fog, larger-than-life stage designs, and a crowd as colorful…
The Legendary Troubadour Hosts Jet’s Triumphant U.S. Return After 14 Years
LOS ANGELES, CA- Jet’s two-night run at the Troubadour marked the band’s return to U.S. soil after a 14-year absence, and the sense of occasion was unmistakable. The Troubadour, with its deep-rooted history in the Los Angeles music scene, felt like the perfect venue for their…
A Magical Evening with The Airborne Toxic Event at The Ford Amphitheater in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA- I’ve been to many concert venues in Los Angeles, but one that eluded me until recently was The Ford. Over a century old, it began as a community theater and has managed to retain that spirit, regularly hosting local artists, film screenings, and…