Sleeping With Sirens Bring That High Energy Post-Hardcore To Hard Rock Live
WHEATLAND, CA- “… Following them was Sleeping with Sirens, a band I’ve admired for years. Sleeping with Sirens is an American rock band that formed in 2009 in Orlando, Florida. Renowned for their distinctive sound that combines elements of post-hardcore, pop rock, and emo, the…
Sextile’s Rejuvenated Brilliance: A Review of Their Hometown Show at the Fonda
LOS ANGELES, CA- The last time I saw Sextile, it was almost five years ago at the Teragram Ballroom, an opener for Shame, thrusting the audience into their rhythmic dark wave atmosphere in support of their album, ‘3’. It was a time of discovery and…
Bully’s Electric Night at Teragram Ballroom: A Dive into “Lucky For You”
LOS ANGELES, CA- On August 23, 2023, the Teragram Ballroom reverberated with the haunting melodies of Bully, predominantly steered by the talented Alicia Bognanno. They presented tracks from their fourth studio album, Lucky For You. The night was not just about music; it was a…
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…
Faetooth Live: An Immersive Journey into ‘Fairy-Doom’ and Beyond At Resident
LOS ANGELES, CA- In the intimate ambiance of Resident, amid the bustling sounds of Downtown Los Angeles, I enjoyed a riveting evening of heavy sound featuring alternative rock newcomers Phaeic, doom-gaze maestros Iress, and “fairy-doom” innovators Faetooth. I witnessed each band unleash their sonic prowess,…
L.A. Music Scene’s House Party Extravaganza: Featuring A Night of The Offbeat Brilliance Of Cheekface
LOS ANGELES, CA- In any community, there are those who simply participate and then there are those who elevate it. Gary Kenny, known to many as @lamusicscene_ on Instagram, is undeniably of the latter category. He embodies the spirit and vibrancy of the local music scene,…
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…
Fuel’s New Lineup and Live’s Enduring Passion: A Night to Remember in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI, OH- Fans from all over converged on the Hard Rock Cincinnati Outdoor Arena to witness a nostalgic performance by two of the ’90s modern rock giants. As we waited for the concert to begin, the atmosphere was electrified with anticipation. Despite both bands having…
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…
Taleen Kali: The Understated Queen of Dum Dum Fest
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST ECHO PARK CA- The Echo, a venue known for its myriad of eclectic performances, witnessed the birth of Dum Dum Fest late last June. Curated by the multi-talented Taleen Kali, the festival, named after…
