Derrick Lee
Baird at Bleached Fest: From Baltimore Streets to LA’s Sonic Revolution
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST SAN DIEGO, CA- From the gritty streets of Baltimore to the sun-soaked boulevards of LA, Baird’s meteoric rise took center stage at the iconic Bleached Fest in San Diego. His entrance, marked by…
Experiencing The Divine With Ethel Cain At Bleached Festival
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST SAN DIEGO, CA- Whether you call her Ethel Cain, Mother Cain, or simply “Mother,” one thing is certain: her presence is nothing short of glorious. At the Bleached Festival, set against the backdrop of…
TikTok to Stardom: Stephen Sanchez’s Musical Journey Experienced At Bleached Fest
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Stephen Sanchez, the captivating talent from Nashville, truly shone on Day 1. His debut EP, “What Was, Not Now,” released in October 2021, garnered attention, but it was his September…
LA’s June Gloom Fest Illuminates the City’s Sonic Landscape
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT JUNE GLOOM 2023 LOS ANGELES, CA- This mid-June, LA’s very own Niantic gave us another round of their annual ‘June Gloom’ fest, nestled in the quirky Oracle Tavern, a stone’s throw from the heart of…
The Summer Odyssey Tour Review: Beck & Phoenix’s Electric L.A. Performance
LOS ANGELES, CA- Earlier this year, the renowned Beck and the captivating Phoenix unveiled a collaborative track, aptly named “Odyssey.” A seamless fusion of Beck’s signature art-pop panache and Phoenix’s new-wave rock essence, the song showcases a delightful vocal interplay between Beck and Phoenix’s lead,…
Vintage Charm Meets Ethereal Melodies: Allison Ponthier’s Mesmerizing Performance
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE HOLLYWOOD, CA- “… Before Holly Humberstone took the spotlight, Allison Ponthier graced the stage, marking my first encounter with her melodious offerings. Ponthier’s entrance was nothing short of captivating. Adorned in a chic black suit, bowtie,…
Navigating the Boundaries of Rock: Phaeic’s Fresh Sound from the Heart of LA
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Emerging from the gritty streets of LA, Phaeic, the alternative rock ensemble, presented an electrifying experience. Guided by the charismatic Kris Balocca, Phaeic appears to rise above conventional musical norms. Listening to them…
Ethereal Musing Meets Sonic Intensity: Unpacking Iress’ Musical Mastery at Resident
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Iress, characterized by its sludgy, grungy, and enveloping sound, didn’t disappoint. From their “Flaw” days, they’ve consistently captivated listeners with their dark, alluring musical allure. Michelle Malley, armed with her mesmerizing alto, guided…
Wet World Drench El Cid in Sonic Waves: A First Glance Review
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…El Cid became a rippling puddle last night, as Wet World took to the stage. Having only heard of their much-buzzed debut single “Volcano”, I was eager to plunge into the depths of…
Whu Else Live: A Symphony of Synths, Stories, and Sonic Versatility
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…In tonight’s sonic tapestry, Detroit’s very own Whu Else emerged as a revelation. Opening the evening’s gig with tunes from his fresh out of the oven record, “BIG BRAIN MAN II”, it was…