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…
untitled (halo): Echo Park Rising and the Rise of An Intriguing Ethereal Sound
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING ’24! LOS ANGELES, CA- When you go to a festival like Echo Park Rising, there’s a sensory overload. Bands of all shapes and sounds inhabit every corner of this eclectic neighborhood, and…
London’s Good Neighbours Deliver an Unforgettable Performance at The Troubadour
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Troubadour, an iconic Los Angeles venue, added yet another notch to its belt of legendary performances last Wednesday night. This time, it was the London-based band Good Neighbours who stopped by on their international tour, turning what could’ve been a quiet Wednesday…
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…
Glasgow’s Spyres: The Indie Rock Upstarts Worth Keeping An Eye On
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- At the British Music Embassy during SXSW, Spyres took the stage and delivered an electrifying mid-afternoon performance. This Glasgow-based band, led by the dynamic duo of Emily Downie and Keira McGuire, radiated…
Softcult: Amplifying Voices and Sparking Change at the Echoplex
LOS ANGELES, CA- In a world where music often skirts around uncomfortable truths, Softcult stands as a beacon of fearless expression and potent social commentary. The Echoplex was the battleground on a recent evening, upgraded from The Echo due to a quick sell-out—a testament to…
Experience Faux Real’s Electrifying Performance at SXSW 202
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Faux Real electrified the Lustre Pearl stage and grounds at SXSW 2024, delivering a set that blended post-punk, glam rock, and fresh beats. The Franco-American duo, comprised of brothers Elliott and Virgile…
Present Opens For Softcult At The Echoplex
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “… Opening for Softcult was Present, another formidable act led by a powerhouse female vocalist. Present set the tone for the night with a riveting performance that showcased their musical prowess and lyrical…
Rising Stars: How Neptune’s Core Is Shaping the Future of Indie Rock
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Neptune’s Core, a youthful ensemble from Chicago, continues to redefine the indie rock landscape with a sound so sophisticated that it belies their young age. The band, consisting of two sets…