Easae Captivates with Emotional Storytelling in Intimate Live Performance at We Found New Music Showcase
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The first performer was Easae and she shines with a distinct glow. As the spotlight found Easae, seated gracefully on a stool, accompanied by her musical collaborator with guitar in hand, an air…
Ringing in the New Year with Jagged Baptist Club, Ramonda Hammer and UHGG: A Night at Permanent Records Roadhouse
LOS ANGELES, CA- As the final hours of the 2023 ticked away, I found myself at Permanent Records Roadhouse, a venue pulsing with the promise of raw, unadulterated music. I arrived at venue a little early to purse their vinyl racks, and spent a good…
Indie Scene Spotlight: Claire Gohst Talks Paper Citizen’s Evolving Sound
LOS ANGELES, CA- In the vibrant mosaic of the Los Angeles music scene, my attention consistently gravitates towards the undeniable talent of Claire Gohst, the creative force behind Paper Citizen. Her music, an intriguing blend of introspective lyrics and soul-stirring melodies, has carved a distinct…
Discovering UGHH: A Fresh Force in Punk and Garage Rock
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Then came UGHH, a band previously unknown to me but immediately captivating. One of their members, Jonny, had a history with Spare Parts For Broken Hearts, and it had been a minute since…
Ramonda Hammer Rocks Again: A Review of Their Latest Performance
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The evening’s festivities began with Ramonda Hammer taking the stage. It had been a considerable time since I last saw them, and it was truly a joy to finally see them perform again….
From LP3 to Imitation: TeiaToast’s Top 10 Must-Hear Alternative Albums of the Year
LOS ANGELES, CA- In this era of musical abundance, it’s a pleasure to explore albums that stand out for their distinctive sound and artistic vision. Blurred Culture’s Teia Ciornei decided to chime in with her favorite albums of 2023 and it is a collection of albums…
KiNG MALA Electrifies The Echoplex: A Night of Alt-Pop Anthems and Artist Collaborations
LOS ANGELES, CA- KiNG MALA, an emerging force in the alternative pop scene, has been captivating audiences with her unique blend of music and personal expression. Known offstage as Areli Castro, this El Paso-born artist is carving out a distinct niche in the music world….
Exploring Depeche Mode’s Legacy in LA: Reflections from the Memento Mori World Tour
LOS ANGELES, CA- As a lifelong Depeche Mode fan, I recently had the privilege of attending all four of the recent shows of Depeche Mode’s Memento Mori World Tour in Los Angeles. The experience was not just a showcase of their musical brilliance but also…
Legendary KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas Delivers High Energy Performances Despite RHCP’s Absence
LOS ANGELES, CA- KROQ held its 32nd annual Almost Acoustic Christmas at the Kia Forum on Dec. 9, bringing a steady stream of energetic performances from acts like Bleachers, Portugal. The Man, Garbage and The Offspring, who moved into the main slot when original headliners the…
Garbage’s Shirley Manson and Steve Marker Share Their KROQ Christmas Memories and 2023’s Must-Have Records
LOS ANGELES, CA- Alternative rock icons Garbage played KROQ’s Almost Acoustic Christmas at the Kia Forum on Dec. 9, and there’s no one who knows the event better. The quartet — made up of Shirley Manson, Butch Vig, Steve Marker and Duke Erikson — first played the…
