Mustard Service Captivates a Sold-Out Echoplex with a Career-Spanning Set and Summer-Perfect Vibes
LOS ANGELES, CA- My introduction to Mustard Service came embarrassingly late. Earlier this year, I stumbled upon their single “Big Time,” and was immediately pulled in by its breezy, heart-on-sleeve groove. I ended up writing about it for Blurred Culture, calling it a “zest-soaked breakup…
Tori Kay Delivers High-Energy Pop Performance at Outloud Fest, Showcasing Star Potential
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE MAIN ARTICLE | SUMMERTRAMP STAGE | LIP SYNC BATTLE ROYALE | PRIDE PARADE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Outloud Fest has a knack for pulling together artists whose stage presence leaves a lasting impression, even if their…
Penelope Road Deliver Funky Nostalgia and Soulful Covers at the Troubadour
LOS ANGELES, CA- My loathing of TikTok is palpable. Its algorithm is anxiety‑inducing, intrusive, and sometimes oddly invasive. Yet the siren song of discovery keeps drawing me back. The endless scrolls and short bursts of sound can feel manipulative, but they offer a uniquely potent…
Buscabulla Brings Intimate Self-Reflection to Life at Antone’s
AUSTIN, TX- “Bulla” is a word that, depending on where you’re from, might mean sound, noise, or even a party. To make a little “bulla” is to make some noise. But to buscar bulla? That’s a whole different pursuit—one of searching for sound and for…
Trousdale Dazzles a Packed El Rey with “Growing Pains” Tour Stop in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA- I first stumbled across Trousdale when I heard “Do Re Mi,” a cute, upbeat little ditty that immediately caught my ear. It wasn’t just the lyrics or the hook — it was the blend. There was something about their take on classic…
Earth, Wind & Fire Bring Fireworks, Funk, and Full-Circle Moments to the Hollywood Bowl
LOS ANGELES, CA- There are moments when the past, present, and future seem to converge in one place. For the days leading up to and including the Fourth of July at the Hollywood Bowl, Earth, Wind & Fire delivered those moments. Technically, this was not…
Chrissy Chlapecka Shines at Outloud Fest with Bold Pop and Authentic Performance
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE MAIN ARTICLE | SUMMERTRAMP STAGE | LIP SYNC BATTLE ROYALE | PRIDE PARADE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Chrissy Chlapecka has been on my radar since 2020. She quickly became one of my favorite TikTokers during the…
Annabelle Chairlegs Revive Psychedelic Rock with Twangy Edge at Radio East
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- The dust and dirt stuck to my sweat as I made my way to the outdoor stage at Radio East. The sun was high, and the coffee shop area was packed with…
John Fogerty Reclaims His Creedence Legacy in Triumphant Hollywood Bowl Celebration
LOS ANGELES, CA- My dad was born in 1958, back when Pontiac Firebirds and Ford Mustangs ruled the high school parking lots. His teenage years were filled with bands that still dominate the airwaves — with Creedence Clearwater Revival right at the center. They released…
Certainly So Bring Laid-Back Soul and Jam-Band Energy to the Troubadour
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “… Certainly So, the four-piece band from Alabama and based in Nashville, formed in late‑2019 around members Tanner Gray, Colby Wilson, bassist Chase Porter, and drummer Zach Corder. Their music blends folk, Americana, alternative…
