Richy Mitch and the Coal Miners Light Up The Troubadour: A Night of Connection and Music
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Troubadour has always held a special place in my heart, being the first venue I attended after moving to LA. Tucked into West Hollywood, it carries an intimacy you won’t find in larger spaces. Walking into the second sold-out show of…
Ren – Bitter Sweet Symphony
Ren’s Bitter Sweet Symphony is a powerful, introspective track that delves into the complexities of modern life and the emotional turbulence that often accompanies it. Drawing from his own experiences, Ren reflects on themes of inner conflict, the pursuit of happiness, and the harsh realities…
Balloonerism, a forthcoming album from Mac Miller
This past weekend at the Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival, fans were treated to a preview of Balloonerism, a forthcoming posthumous album from Mac Miller. The rapper’s estate has now confirmed the official release date: Balloonerism will drop on January 17, 2025, via Warner Music. To…
Olivia Jean: Retro Cool Garage Rock Shines Bright At Fast And Frightening Takeover
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Olivia Jean’s performance was one I was particularly keen on catching. I had first heard of Olivia Jean back in the 2010s when she was part of The Black Belles. However, it seems the…
ADULT.: Detroit Duo Transforms the Belasco into a Synth-Punk Paradise
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Detroit-based duo Adult. delivered a dark, hypnotic performance that perfectly suited the underground nightclub setting of the Belasco. Nicola Kuperus and Adam Lee Miller, known for their dystopian synth-punk aesthetic, transformed the space into…
Redd Kross: Veteran Rockers Deliver Decades of Charisma and Pop Punk Spirit
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…I was particularly excited to see veteran rockers Redd Kross perform for the first time. A peer of mine, Michael Bunuan, caught them earlier this year at a show in Chicago and raved about…
Patriarchy: Gothic Synth-Driven Rock Hypnotizes Fast & Frightening Takeover
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Patriarchy’s dark and theatrical performance brought a gothic edge to the festival, but their set started about 15 minutes late due to technical difficulties. This delay meant I could only see them perform three…
Surfbort: Dani Miller and Co. Bring Punk Rock Rebellion to the Fast and Frightening Takeover
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Surfbort’s irreverent and chaotic set was a personal highlight of the evening. Led by the inimitable Dani Miller, the band’s 2024 has been a whirlwind year, with Dani also delving into side projects like…
NIIS: LA’s Punk Powerhouse Inspires Chaos and Cathartic Mosh Pits
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…NIIS delivered a blistering set on the main stage, proving why they’ve become one of LA’s most talked-about punk bands in 2024. Fronted by the charismatic and confrontational Mimi SanDoe, NIIS’ music is a…
