Destructo, MxNxStxR, Thundercat & Channel Tres Drop Disco-Funk Gem “What You Need”
LOS ANGELES, CA- When a press release lists names like Destructo, MxNxStxR (aka Ty Dolla $ign), Thundercat, and Channel Tres on the same track, you don’t hesitate — you press play. What follows is “What You Need,” a finely engineered groove bomb tailor-made for the…
Elita’s ‘Hell Hill’ Is a Haunting, Frenetic Debut You Won’t Be Able to Escape
LOS ANGELES, CA- Sometimes, an artist finds you exactly when you’re ready to hear them. For me, that was Elita. I first came across the Newfoundland trio through a press release announcing their debut album, Hell Hill. I clicked play on the Trainspotting-inspired video…
CAPYAC Brings Surreal Grooves and Theatrical Whimsy to Mohawk Austin on Rubblebucket’s “Year of the Banana” Tour
AUSTIN, TX — The evening air was thick with the lingering heat of the day, offering only brief relief in the form of a breeze as I stepped into the outdoor area of the Mohawk. Being on CAPYAC’s home turf of Austin, I wondered whether…
First Listen: fknsyd’s ‘Anesthesia Smile’ Delivers Dreamy Escapism Through Electronic Soundscapes
LOS ANGELES, CA- There’s something quietly arresting about fknsyd’s new single, “Anesthesia Smile.” My first encounter with her music, it came by way of an unassuming press release—but what poured out of my speakers was anything but ordinary. Swirling in woozy, electronic atmospheres, and…
From CHVRCHES to ‘Vicious Creature’: Lauren Mayberry Shines Solo in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA- Lauren Mayberry, renowned as the lead vocalist of the Scottish synth-pop band CHVRCHES, embarked on her solo journey with the release of her debut album, Vicious Creature, on December 6, 2024. This album signifies a notable departure from CHVRCHES’ signature sound, allowing…
Cult of Venus Transfixes LA Crowd with Haunting Soundscapes
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The evening at The Belasco commenced with an opening set by Cult of Venus, an enigmatic alternative artist hailing from New York City. Shrouded in mystery, Cult of Venus has captivated audiences with…
Clams Baker Junior Leads Warmduscher in a Mesmerizing Levitation Performance Full of Wit and Energy
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “…The experimental rock group Warmduscher took the Levitation stage by storm, delivering a charismatic performance that defied easy categorization. Their sonic chaos, combined with an electrifying stage presence, captivated nearly everyone in attendance….
From SoundCloud to Coachella: The Rise of Darkwave Prince Mareux
LOS ANGELES, CA- In 2020, Mareux took the internet by storm with his track “The Perfect Girl”, a darkwave reimagination of The Cure’s 1987 track of the same title, driven by its dreamy, cinematic synths and hypnotic original melody. As Mareux, musician and producer Aryan Ashtiani…
Experience the Enchanting Voice and Experimental Sounds of CIFIKA
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. Several photographers who had caught her performance the last time she was in town for…
Discovering the Eerie and Haunting Sounds of Snakes of Russia
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT OTHER ACTS PERFORMING AT CROOK’S 2023 RESIDENCY AT THE ECHO LOS ANGELES, CA- Joseph Holiday is a musician who performs under the moniker of Snakes of Russia, and his instrumental set at on of Crook’s residency dates at the…
