Derrick Lee
American Idol Alumni Rayvon Owen Captivates at Outloud Festival
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- WeHo’s Outloud Festival might be known for showcasing a pantheon of established LGBTQ+ artists, but it’s also a springboard for talented newcomers. This year, one of the…
Kylie Sonique Love Ignites Outloud Festival with Electric Performance
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- One of the weekend’s brightest stars at the Outloud Festival was none other than Kylie Sonique Love, the trailblazing transgender performer known for her standout turns on “RuPaul’s…
Princess Nokia: From Tomboy to Queen – A Standout Performance at WeHo Pride
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- June 4th marked another momentous event in the vibrant career of the dynamic artist, Princess Nokia, as she commanded the stage at the Outloud Festival for WeHo Pride….
Orville Peck Champions the Crucial Intersection of Country and Queer Culture At Outloud
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- In a mesmerizing display of raw authenticity and musical prowess, enigmatic masked cowboy, Orville Peck, lit up the stage at Outloud for West Hollywood Pride, leaving no heart…
Bleached Festival 2023: San Diego’s Premier Alternative and Indie-Pop Extravaganza
SAN DIEGO, CA- A new music festival is set to take over the heart of downtown San Diego this summer, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience for lovers of alternative and indie-pop music. Meet Bleached Festival, the brainchild of San Diego’s newest curator,…
James Barre at Outloud Fest: The Power of Authentic Songwriting on Display
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Emerging from the heartland of Fresno, California, 20-year-old singer-songwriter James Barre serves as a dynamic force in contemporary pop, navigating the genre’s ever-changing waters with infectious energy…
On Stage with Tolliver: A Fusion of Self-Discovery and Infectious Grooves at Outloud Fest
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- I don’t know much about Tolliver, aside from his last release, 2022’s ‘Daddyland.’ This work has been aptly described as a daring yet introspective piece, rich in…
Tinashe’s Electrifying Performance Shines Bright At Outloud Fest For WEHO Pride
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Outloud Fest attendees found themselves entranced by Tinashe’s compelling stage spectacle. The audience was drawn in from the get-go, the entire venue reverberating with the silky strains…
Riding the Emo-Rap Wave with Cold Hart
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- “…The night began with Cold Hart, the Californian emo-rapper taking the stage as the opener. I was previously unfamiliar with Cold Hart’s music, but I had the pleasure of being introduced to an…
Saleka’s “Seance” at Hotel Cafe and the Evolution of her Sound: A Reflective Interview
LOS ANGELES, CA- As a music journalist, I am fortunate enough to witness a multitude of performances, each with its own unique charm and musicality. Yet, every now and then, an artist takes the stage and leaves an indelible mark on your soul. Such was the…