Allison Russell: Crafting Songs of Resistance, Hope, and Healing in Times of Crisis
BROOKLYN, NY- When I’m not writing about music, I write about environmental and public health crises. And with that comes the heaviness of being tasked with bearing witness to loss. We’re losing species, we’re losing island nations, we’re losing innocent lives, whether by the slow…
The Hives’ Resurgence: An Epic Night of Rock ‘n’ Roll At The Belasco
LOS ANGELES, CA- In the vibrant year of 2004, I had already swapped my legal briefs for the electric rhythms of the music industry. My journey led me to an exciting encounter with a band signed to Interscope Records. Through my newfound connections in the industry,…
The Return Of The Fugees and The Celebration of The 25th Anniversary of Lauryn Hill’s “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill”
LOS ANGELES, CA- As I stepped into the vibrant Crypto Arena on November 4th, the air was charged with excitement and anticipation. The occasion was none other than the 25th Anniversary Tour of “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” a night that promised to be a…
Reflections on Lauryn Hill’s ‘Miseducation’: A Masterpiece That Still Resonates
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Lauryn Hill herself took the stage and launched into a set that featured 11 of the 15 songs from her seminal album. From the infectious “Everything Is Everything” to the raw intensity of…
Austin’s Levitation Festival 2023: A Sonic Journey Through Music and Art
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- As Halloween descended upon the vibrant city of Austin, the beating heart of our Texan festivities was none other than the legendary Levitation Festival. From October 26th to the 29th, this extraordinary event…
Codeine, Unwound, and More: Highlights from Levitation Festival 2023
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- Levitation is an independent festival and is held in the Red River Cultural District in downtown Austin. TX, in the city’s best venues including Stubb’s, The Mohawk, Empire, Hotel Vegas, Parish, Antone’s, and…
Speedy Ortiz’s ‘Rabbit Rabbit’: A Fusion of Musical Mastery and Social Responsibility at Levitation
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “… As the final act of the day, Speedy Ortiz took the stage with a flair that immediately captured the audience’s attention. Clad in costumes reminiscent of the unsettling twins from the classic…
Palehound at The Parish: Capturing Hearts with Wiry Indie Rock on Levitation Day 3
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “… On the Halloween-esque night of Levitation day 3 at The Parish, music enthusiasts gathered to witness Palehound’s performance, marking one of the final acts of the evening. Originally conceived as a solo…
Unleashing Fury on Stage: Skeleton’s Brutal Performance Captivates Austin’s Diverse Music Community
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “… In the heart of the Austin music scene, where creativity and diversity may or may not flourish depending on who you ask, one band has risen to prominence with a celebration of…
Ethereal and Haunting: Kristina Esfandiari Leads King Woman in a Supernatural Show
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “… Quite the stylistic changeover after the previous set, King Woman, led by the ethereal Kristina Esfandiari, mesmerized the audience at Empire with their characteristic heavy and dramatic vocals. Stepping forth from the…
