Emo Hip-Hop Revolution: The Rise of SadFlex and LA’s Underground Scene
LOS ANGELES, CA- An emo hip hop collective has been building a scene with like-minded degenerate artist’s hosting performances at dive bars throughout Los Angeles. Alternative rappers with an urban dance punk edge spit rhymes about Hollywood heart ache and raging against the machine. SadFlex…
A Night Under the Stars: Celebrating 50 Years of “Aladdin Sane” at Levitt Pavilion
LOS ANGELES, CA- In the expansive tapestry of rock ‘n’ roll history, few albums have left as indelible a mark as David Bowie’s 1973 opus, “Aladdin Sane.” Acting as a spiritual sequel to his critically acclaimed “The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the…
The Indelible Impact of Modest Mouse and The Pixies: A Concert Dream for the Hollywood Bowl
LOS ANGELES, CA- In the sprawling narrative of music history, certain bands emerge as influential touchstones, shaping the sound and direction of genres and inspiring countless musicians in their wake. Two such influential acts in the realm of alternative and indie rock are the Pixies and…
From ‘Urban Hang Suite’ to the Hollywood Bowl: A Weekend of Maxwell’s Timeless Artistry
LOS ANGELES, CA- Amidst the stars of the city of angels, there lay an oasis of nostalgia and impeccable showmanship as the prodigious Maxwell took center stage at the iconic Hollywood Bowl. For those lucky enough to embark on this sonic journey on that fated…
Lovejoy Ignites Bleached Fest: More Than Just A Minecraft Phenomenon
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST SAN DIEGO, CA- Bleached Fest witnessed an act that few expected to steal the show. Enter Lovejoy, a band that has intriguingly entwined its destiny with the vast realm of Minecraft and its…
Bleached Fest Highlights: Blondshell’s Emotional Depth Takes Center Stage
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST SAN DIEGO, CA- After the disappointment of Blondshell’s abrupt cancellation of the performance I was scheduled to attend at SXSW earlier this year — a festival where the band had scooped up the…
Beck and Phoenix Ignite the Moody Center: A Night to Remember
LOS ANGELES, CA- In the ever-shifting soundscape of music, few artists grip the zeitgeist with consistent allure that spans generations. Beck and Phoenix, two such musical juggernauts, recently descended upon the Moody Center, serenading us with a blend of vibrant tunes and memorable stagecraft. For more…
Daydream and Beyond: Lily Meola’s Triumphant Turn at Bleached Fest 2023
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST SAN DIEGO, CA- When Lily Meola took to the main stage at Bleached Fest, it signaled… to me.. that she’s no longer the budding songbird we once spotted in a snug club corner…
Ritchie White Orchestra: A Retro Rock Revival at Levitt Pavilion
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Amidst the cacophony of modern music trends, nostalgic reminders of rock’s golden era are always welcome. Enter the Ritchie White Orchestra, a sextet whose hard-rocking, pop-infused psychedelic sound does just that. From the…
Holly Humberstone Live at The Fonda: An Ethereal Dive into Intimacy and Raw Emotion
HOLLYWOOD, CA- Over the last couple of years, I’ve twice almost experienced Holly Humberstone’s live magic. One was nixed when the top-billing act, Girl In Red, succumbed to Covid-19, and the other? Well, a pesky scheduling conflict. My anticipation only grew, making me all the…
