Kiesza’s Remarkable Comeback at Saint Rocke, with Bonnie McKee’s Pop Magic: A Review
HERMOSA BEACH, CA—Kiesza’s journey back to the stage has been nothing short of inspiring. Known for her breakout hit “Hideaway” in 2014, which catapulted her into the international spotlight, she faced a life-altering car accident in 2017. The injuries she sustained kept her from the…
Weezer’s Epic Cosmic Finale at Acrisure Arena: A Night of Rock and Blue Album Nostalgia
THOUSAND PALMS, CA- Weezer’s recent performance at the Acrisure Arena was a stunning spectacle, marking an unforgettable finale to the U.S. leg of their tour. The venue itself deserves commendation as a fantastic alternative for concert-goers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Los…
The Blushes: A Fierce LA Band Talks New Music, DIY Ethos, and Empowerment
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE ARTISTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING ECHO PARK, CA- The Blushes, a fierce all-female punk band from Los Angeles, consists of Katie Earl-Hogan, Katy Rose, and Lori Dorfman. Their journey began during a middle school theater…
Sabrina Sterling at The Fonda Theatre: A Powerful Journey Through Love and Longing
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Then came Sabrina Sterling, an artist I’ve had the pleasure of seeing three times this year. Each performance has reinforced why she’s swiftly become one of my favorite singer-songwriters. There’s something magnetic in…
From South Africa to Los Angeles: Nick Leng’s Unique Sound Captivates The Fonda
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…As the lights dimmed and the crowd settled, Nick Leng emerged at the piano, his presence subdued yet captivating. Born in South Africa and raised in Los Angeles, Leng brings a unique blend…
The Ultimate Survival Guide for Escape Halloween 2024
LOS ANGELES, CA- Get ready for a weekend of spine-tingling beats and bone-rattling bass drops at the largest Halloween EDM festival in the U.S. Escape Halloween, hosted by Insomniac Events, is back on October 25th and 26th at the National Orange Show Event Center in San…
KAV Sandhu on Honoring Andy Rourke’s Final Wish with Blitz Vega’s ‘Northern Gentleman’
LOS ANGELES, CA- In 2019, ex-Smiths bassist Andy Rourke and KAV Sandhu of the Happy Mondays launched the Blitz Vega project, a collaboration that had been in the works for years. The two musicians, who first discussed working together backstage at Coachella in 2007, bonded…
Rediscovering Bonnie McKee: A Night of Pop Anthems at Saint Rock
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE HERMOSA BEACH, CA— “…Before Kiesza took the stage at Saint Rocke, the audience was treated to a lively set by Bonnie McKee, an artist whose journey I’ve followed for over seven years. The last time I…
The Genius of Mitski: A Masterclass in Music and Art At The Hollywood Bowl
HOLLYWOOD, CA- The Hollywood Bowl is one of those venues that carries its own weight. To perform there is to claim a space in music’s upper echelons, where only the most significant voices resonate among the hills of Los Angeles. When I saw that Mitski…
The Black Crowes Reignite Rock on Their Happiness Bastards Tour: Cincinnati Review
CINCINNATI, OH- The infamous Robinson brothers, Chris and Rich, have once again proven why they are one of the most enduring rock and roll bands. Over nearly 40 years, they’ve endured numerous lineup changes, extended hiatuses, and backstage brawls, but the one thing that never…
