Willow at The Ford Amphitheatre: A Transformative Evening of Bold Artistry
LOS ANGELES, CA- The journey of an artist is rarely linear. It’s a precarious tightrope act, balancing between external expectations and internal desires, between commercial success and authentic self-expression. For those who achieve fame at a young age, the path is even more perilous. To…
Sandy Hawkins Talks Nostalgia, Neighborhood Pride, and the Art of Not Taking Themselves Too Seriously
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE ARTISTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING ECHO PARK, CA- Having followed Sandy Hawkins for years, I finally had the chance to witness them live at this year’s Echo Park Rising. It was a long-awaited moment, one…
Deaf Club’s Electrifying Performance: The Perfect Prelude to The Blood Brothers’ Triumphant Return
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The evening’s proceedings began with a set from Deaf Club, an opening act that immediately set a blistering tone for the night. Fronted by the inimitable Justin Pearson, a veteran of the San Diego…
A Journey of Emotion and Melody: Wasia Project’s Unforgettable Fonda Theatre Show
LOS ANGELES, CA- The story began, fittingly enough, with another enchantress of sophisticated pop, Laufey. While preparing to review her concert at the Hollywood Bowl, I stumbled across the Wasia Project. As I combed through Laufey’s past setlists, looking to immerse myself in the world…
Discover MyVeronica: LA Band Blends Shoegaze and Riot Grrrl Vibes
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The evening began with the Los Angeles-based band MyVeronica, who set the tone with an electrifying opening set. MyVeronica’s music felt like a love letter to indie rock, tinged with dreamy shoegaze elements and…
Boxtrod and Wilter Unite: A Captivating Collaboration at El Cid
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Boxtrod is a Los Angeles-based producer, singer, and songwriter known for his innovative approach to music production. In a recent interview, he discussed his latest project, How Long Does Love Last Green?, and…
Wistful Reflections: Tyler Ballgame’s Vulnerable Start to a Memorable Night
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Tyler Ballgame kicked off the night with a tender, stripped-down set. Accompanied by a single guitarist, his sound was imbued with a Roy Orbison-esque vulnerability and even had a hint of Orbison’s signature vibrato….
Exploring Arc Iris: The Genre-Defying Band Opening for Willow
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Opening the evening was Arc Iris, a band that might not yet be a household name but undoubtedly deserves to be. Their music defies easy categorization, blending avant-garde pop, experimental jazz, and electronic…
The Blushes: A Fierce LA Band Talks New Music, DIY Ethos, and Empowerment
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE ARTISTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING ECHO PARK, CA- The Blushes, a fierce all-female punk band from Los Angeles, consists of Katie Earl-Hogan, Katy Rose, and Lori Dorfman. Their journey began during a middle school theater…
Sabrina Sterling at The Fonda Theatre: A Powerful Journey Through Love and Longing
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Then came Sabrina Sterling, an artist I’ve had the pleasure of seeing three times this year. Each performance has reinforced why she’s swiftly become one of my favorite singer-songwriters. There’s something magnetic in…
