Derrick Lee
Lo Moon at SXSW: An Afternoon Set That Echoed Distinction
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- There’s a certain allure about catching a band like Lo Moon in an intimate setting, and the early afternoon set at The Mohawk during SXSW was nothing short of mesmerizing. With…
Alisa Amador Brings Intimacy and Insight to East Austin Block Party
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Walking the nearly two miles to the Ilegal Mezcal and Paste Magazine’s East Austin Block Party during SXSW felt like a pilgrimage. Laden with what felt like 50 pounds of camera gear…
Ashnikko at Outloud for WeHo Pride: A Performance that Defied Expectations
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE MAIN ARTICLE | RED CARPET | SUMMERTRAMP STAGE | PRIDE PARADE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Entering the vibrant atmosphere of WeHo Pride, I couldn’t shake a sense of preconceived skepticism I had about Ashnikko’s…
Durand Jones at Luck Reunion: A Soulful Journey Through R&B
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT LUCK REUNION! AUSTIN, TX- As the sun began its slow descent over the Texas horizon, my anticipation for Durand Jones’ performance at this year’s Luck Reunion hit a fever pitch. The festival, known for its…
CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE: A Wildly Vivid Kaleidoscope of Sound at SXSW
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- In the pulsating heart of Austin’s SXSW, where the eclectic converges with the electric, an explosive act caught my attention: CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE. Performing at Elysium for Tokyo Calling, this enigmatic Japanese…
James Smith: The UK’s Next Troubadour Triumph
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- The British Music Embassy at SXSW has long been a fertile ground for discovering new musical talent, and this year was no exception. Among the standout performers was James Smith, a singer-songwriter…
Softcult: Amplifying Voices and Sparking Change at the Echoplex
LOS ANGELES, CA- In a world where music often skirts around uncomfortable truths, Softcult stands as a beacon of fearless expression and potent social commentary. The Echoplex was the battleground on a recent evening, upgraded from The Echo due to a quick sell-out—a testament to…
Jessica Betts Shines at Outloud Fest
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE MAIN ARTICLE | RED CARPET | SUMMERTRAMP STAGE | PRIDE PARADE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Jessica Betts graced the stage at Outloud Fest and for those unfamiliar with her music… like me… this live…
Yaeji: A Sonic Alchemist Bridging Beats and Identity
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE MAIN ARTICLE | RED CARPET | SUMMERTRAMP STAGE | PRIDE PARADE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Yaeji, the Korean-American music producer and recording artist, seems to dance at the intersections of cultures, genres, and identities….
Audrey Nuna Shines Has Fans Longing For More
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Audrey Nuna’s performance at Empire Garage during SXSW this year was nothing short of electric. Taking the stage at Empire Garage, the crowd was fully pumped, eagerly anticipating her set. As a…