Speed of Light Shines at The Den Studios Alongside Rising Rock Talent
LOS ANGELES, CA- On the evening of February 8, 2025, I navigated some unfamiliar-to-me streets of Los Angeles to The Den Studios, an intimate performance space which on this evening was spotlighting emerging talent. The night’s lineup featured four acts: Scratchcard Inc, Devon Thompson, 12…
The Haunt: A Rising Force in Alternative Rock
LOS ANGELES, CA- On the evening of January 25, 2025, Los Angeles’ Moroccan Lounge was the epicenter of an electrifying musical showcase, headlined by the dynamic sibling duo, The Haunt. The night was further energized by compelling performances from opening acts PrettyUgly and Damnage, each…
The Joy of Reunion: Girl In A Coma’s Triumphant Return to the Stage
LOS ANGELES, CA- Reunions in music are akin to the rekindling of a long-lost romance—a blend of nostalgia, anticipation, and the hope of recapturing a magic that once was. Some reunions, like Fleetwood Mac’s return to the stage, have been met with rapturous applause, reaffirming…
12 Gauge Trixie: A Rocking Nostalgic Resurgence
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The penultimate act of the evening was 12 Gauge Trixie, a San Diego-based quintet that has been injecting a fresh dose of adrenaline into the local rock scene since their formation in early…
BeachLife Festival’s Next Big Thing? Devon Thompson’s Electrifying Live Show
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Devon Thompson is the kind of artist who doesn’t just perform—she commands. From the second she steps on a stage, there’s an undeniable shift in the room’s energy. Her voice cuts through the…
Damnage: Seasoned Musicianship with a Hard-Hitting Sound
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- “…Following PrettyUgly, Damnage took the stage, delivering a powerful performance that showcased their musical prowess. The band comprises seasoned musicians Tim Stewart (guitar and vocals), Johnathan (bass and vocals), and Tosh Peters (drums),…
PrettyUgly: A Fusion of Indie and Pop-Rock
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGEKES, CA- “…The night commenced with a succinct yet impactful set by PrettyUgly, an LA-based alternative band. The trio comprises Parker Chrisbens (vocals), Quinn Smialek (guitar), and Joey Cavallo (guitar). Together, they craft a sound…
Hex Code: A Modern Take on Dance Punk
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE TRAP GIRL | HEX CODE | SPARE PART FOR BROKEN HEARTS LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Based on what I could glean from the interwebs, Hex Code emerged from the creative crucible of Long Beach, offering a fresh perspective on the dance-punk…
Spare Parts for Broken Hearts: Emotional Resonance in Overdrive
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE TRAP GIRL | HEX CODE | SPARE PART FOR BROKEN HEARTS LOS ANGELES, CA- “…As a band that has been close to my heart since I first covered them for Blurred Culture, Spare Parts for Broken Hearts has continually evolved,…
Trap Girl: Defying Norms with Unapologetic Punk
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE TRAP GIRL | HEX CODE | SPARE PART FOR BROKEN HEARTS LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Formed in 2014, Trap Girl has been a formidable force in LA’s punk landscape. Fronted by the indomitable Drew Arriola-Sands, the band is known for its…
