Steelers defeat Chargers, 20-10
The Steelers finally had their home opener after two consecutive games on the road to open the 2024 season.They celebrated it in grand fashion, putting out a strong showing offensively and defensively against the previously unbeaten Los Angeles Chargers. Justin Fields threw a 55-yard touchdown…
Starling at Echo Park Rising: A Hypnotic Blend of Fuzz and Melody
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE ARTISTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Starling’s set at Echo Park Rising was a captivating display of a band finding its stride. With Kasha Lee at the helm, they delivered a sound both…
Hail Hail The March Violets Were Here
COLUMBUS, OH- It’s been many years since I first heard The March Violets’ signature song, “Snake Dance,” which left me smitten with the band, to say the least. Due to some delays in 2023 (the year I deemed “the year of the goth,” which saw…
The Rarest Eye Colors in the World
Eye Colors Explained! Dr. Allen ranks the rarest eye colors in the world and explains what causes them! Eye color is determined by the amount and distribution of melanin in the iris, the colored part of the eye. Melanin is a pigment that also gives…
Indie Rock Bliss: Local Natives and Mt. Joy Take Over the Hollywood Bowl
LOS ANGELES, CA- It has been just over three years since I moved to Los Angeles. Before I made the leap, my only glimpses of LA were through the lens of movies and television, where places like Venice Beach, Sunset Boulevard, and the Hollywood Bowl…
Redd Kross: 45 Years Later — What a Bloody Fun Band
CLEVELAND, OH- It’s been 45 years since the McDonald brothers (Jeff and Steven) played their first show as Redd Kross. To commemorate this milestone, the band has many treats in store for fans this year, including the release of a new double album on June…
City of the Sun: A Sonic Journey Through Ethereal Soundscapes and Latin Rhythms
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Austin’s SXSW is a playground for musical discovery, but sometimes the real gems shine outside the official lineup. It was at one such event, hosted by Paste Magazine and Illegal Mezcal, that…
Elemental Music Reissues Motown Albums on Vinyl by The Temptations, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, and Mary Wells
LOS ANGELES, CA- In what can be deemed a happy happenstance, Elemental Music is set to reissue some of the best music of all time with a new licensing deal with Motown. The campaign began on May 10, 2024, and over the next year, it will…
The Unyielding Pulse of Japanese Punk: A Thrilling Encounter with Tokyo Syoki Syodo at SXSW
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Punk rock has always been a genre defined by its raw energy, defiant spirit, and unapologetic attitude. It’s a sound that transcends borders, a movement that has rippled through cultures worldwide, leaving…
LØLØ, Gunnar, and Jxdn Deliver A Pop-Punk Revival At The Belasco Theater
LOS ANGELES, CA- When I received the invite to catch LØLØ at The Belasco Theater, I was more than curious. A publicist sent over a few streaming links, and one title in particular caught my eye: “Faceplant.” As soon as I hit play, I was…
