Derrick Lee
Reliving the ’90s Glory: The Toadies Rock Luck Reunion
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT LUCK REUNION! SPICEWOOD, TX- Oh man, talk about reliving my youth! Nothing sends me rocketing back to my glory days quite like a killer soundtrack and seeing The Toadies live at Luck Reunion hit every…
Exploring Glixen’s Unique Sound: A Heavy Shoegaze Band from Phoenix
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- When I’m in the right mood, nothing hits the spot like heavy shoegaze music. During South by Southwest back in March, I made it a point to catch an up-and-coming shoegaze band…
Rekindling the Heartbeat of Music At SXSW
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Every year, like clockwork, I find myself drawn back to Austin, Texas, for one of the most electrifying gatherings of musical talent on the planet—South by Southwest (SXSW). As a passionate music…
Discover Friedberg: The Rising Stars of Post-Punk and Alt-Rock
LOS ANGELES, CA- As the lights dimmed at the Regent Theater, an air of anticipation filled the room. The crowd, already buzzing with excitement, was about to witness a band that has swiftly garnered a cult following: Friedberg. Known for their eclectic blend of post-punk,…
Luck Reunion 2024: A Testament to Music, Legacy, and Growth
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT LUCK REUNION! SPICEWOOD, TX- Nestled in the heart of Texas, beneath the expansive blue skies and amidst the tranquil beauty of Willie Nelson’s sprawling ranch, the Luck Reunion festival is not just an event; it’s…
Wild Arrows’ “Animal” – A Return to Guitar Roots with a Roaring Twist
LOS ANGELES, CA- Wild Arrows releases “Animal,” a single that marks a significant resurgence in Mike Law’s passion for guitar music. This new offering from Wild Arrows comes on the heels of their acclaimed EP *Rejection Bloom* and the album *Loving the Void*. It draws…
“Oh Bummer! Unleashes ‘Stupid’: A New Anthem for the Fearlessly Unconventional
LOS ANGELES, CA- Envision if you will, BoywithUke inked with rebel etchings on his digits and laced with a slice of anarchic chic. Or Field Medic, spitting rhymes as if born to the beat. Marching into this panorama is Oh Bummer!, the auditory alter ego…
Echoes of Rock Artistry at Resident in DTLA
LOS ANGELES, CA- Nestled in the beating heart of Downtown Los Angeles, Resident served as the canvas for a musical tapestry woven by an eclectic mix of artists on an otherwise unremarkable weekday evening. On February 8th, the cool embrace of a school night transformed…
From Brighton to the Big Stage: Lime Garden Discusses Tour Life, Songwriting, and Female Empowerment in Music
LOS ANGELES, CA- Lime Garden, a Brighton-based indie-electro band, has quickly emerged as a standout act in the indie music scene, thanks to their infectious blend of indie-pop sounds, clever lyrics, and a unique mix of early 2000s indie-sleaze and experimental pop influences. Comprising Chloe…
Penniback Records and Mass Present Winter Mass: A Cradle for Contemporary Rock
LOS ANGELES, CA- Nestled in the pulsating heart of the music scene, Penniback Records and Mass are carving out a position to be the torchbearers of rock’s raw and unadulterated ethos. Known for their eclectic mix of garage rock, punk, and psych-infused melodies, they appear to…