The Rise of Danielle Ponder: From Public Defender to Powerhouse Performer Thoughts+Photos: Danielle Ponder at Inn Cahoots During SXSW 2/16/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- For years, when the name Danielle Ponder was mentioned, it often conjured images of a courtroom….
Dermot Kennedy: Emotional Resonance and Musical Brilliance Live Review+Photos: Dermot Kennedy at Youtube Theater 5/14/23
LOS ANGELES, CA- Dermot Kennedy, the influential modern pop singer, took the stage at the 6,000-seat Youtube Theater, delivering an unforgettable concert experience. With his hit songs “Better Days,” “Kiss…
From Soundcloud to Stadiums: Flume Marks 10-Year Milestone with Mind-Blowing Concert at the Kia Forum Review+Photos: Flume at Kia Forum 5/5/23
LOS ANGELES, CA- Regarded as one of the pioneers of future bass, Australian DJ and music producer Harley Edward Streten, better known as Flume, headlined a celebratory ten-year anniversary show at…
Get Hooked on Tribe Friday: The Rising Stars of Bubblegum Emo Thoughts+Photos: Tribe Friday at The Belmont During SXSW 3/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Bubblegum emo, a genre that seamlessly blends pop-infused rock, emo, indie, and garage-rock, has found its…
Experience the Enchanting Voice and Experimental Sounds of CIFIKA Thoughts+Photos: Cifika at Cheer Up Charlies During SXSW 2/15/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- “I had heard quite a bit about CIFIKA prior to seeing her perform this year in Austin….
Celebrating 40 Years of Skinny Puppy: Catching Their Electrifying Farewell Tour Review+Photos: Skinny Puppy & Lead Into Gold at Bogarts 4/28/23
LOS ANGELES, CA- I was super excited when Skinny Puppy announced their 40th-anniversary tour back in February of this year. I remember seeing their video for “Dig It” on 120…
The Intimacy and Warmth of Familial Harmony: A Night with Joseph And The Sun Review+Photos: Joseph at The Belasco 4/29/23
LOS ANGELES, CA- Singing in a chorale group all through college, I can say that I’ve tuned my ear to appreciate beautiful chords and harmonies. I’m sucker for beautiful harmonies….
Núria Graham at Central Presbyterian Church: A Divine Experience at SXSW 2023 Review+Photos: Núria Graham at Central Presbyterian Church during SXSW 3/15/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Especially a festival as expansive and intractable as SXSW, where the sea of good talent is so…
In Awe of a Guitar Master: Watching Robby Krieger Bring Classic Doors Songs to Life Thoughts+Photos: Robbie Kreiger at The Belmont Presented by Give A Note Foundation + Artist For Artist during SXSW 3/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Robby Krieger is an American musician and songwriter who is best known as the guitarist for…
Dawes Delivers an Emotional Tribute to Wylie Gelber in His Final Gig With The Band at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel Review+Photos: Dawes at Theatre at the Ace Hotel 5/5/23
LOS ANGELES, CA- Dawes brought a one-two punch to the Theatre at the Ace Hotel this weekend, playing two ebullient sets separated by an intermission as part of this tour’s…