Why Cymande’s Return in 2025 Proves Funk Legends Never Die
LOS ANGELES, CA- Question: How can an obscure British funk band become a Gen X icon? Answer: Spike Lee. If you were a music nerd in the 1990s, unless you were a committed crate digger and chased down every sample in every hip hop song, Cymande…
Marc Rebillet at the Belasco: A Night of Chaos, Comedy, and Community
LOS ANGELES, CA- Marc Rebillet is a phenomenon. Now, that’s a word that I use frequently, so let’s drill down on what I really mean insofar as it applies to Mr. Rebillet. As a phenomenon, Marc is his own universe. He has created his own…
Crystal Waters: The Queen of Deep House Reminds Us Why She’s the G.O.A.T.
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE MAIN ARTICLE | RED CARPET | SUMMERTRAMP STAGE | PRIDE PARADE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- If you grew up in the 90s, it was impossible not to know Crystal Waters. She was the voice…
The Return of CSS: Lovefoxxx and Band Ignite Pioneertown with Infectious Energy
PIONEERTOWN, CA- On a Wednesday night, you wouldn’t expect a tiny venue in a small town, nestled up a mountain in the high desert, to draw such a crowd. Yet, there we all were, over 300 of us at Pappy + Harriet’s in Pioneertown, Yucca…
Greek Theatre Glistens as Thundercat and Guests Deliver a Show to Remember
LOS ANGELES, CA- Anticipation crackled through the air at the Greek Theatre as Stephen Lee Bruner, the enigmatic artist better known as Thundercat, returned to his hometown on his “In Yo Girl’s City” Tour. Renowned for his seamless fusion of genres, including jazz, funk, R&B,…
Jon Batiste Transmits A World-Wide Sonic Message
NEW YORK, NY—Jon Batiste’s shows have always felt like a kind of baptism, a renewal of faith. And I mean baptism in the most expansive sense—not the strictures of scripture but an unwavering belief that by making and sharing music, we wash away the stain…
Remi Wolf’s Fusion of Funk, Soul, and Pop Impress At Bleached Festival
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT BLEACHED FEST WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- Californian singer-songwriter Remi Wolf emerged as a true highlight of Bleached Festival. Possessing a multifaceted talent, she seamlessly blends singing and rapping while maintaining a deep connection with her audience. This…
On Stage with Tolliver: A Fusion of Self-Discovery and Infectious Grooves at Outloud Fest
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE 2023 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- I don’t know much about Tolliver, aside from his last release, 2022’s ‘Daddyland.’ This work has been aptly described as a daring yet introspective piece, rich in…
Infectious Energy and Socially Conscious Lyrics: My Experience with Ric Wilson’s SXSW Performance
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Chicago-based rapper, singer, and songwriter Ric Wilson is known for his fusion of hip-hop, soul, funk, and jazz, and his socially conscious lyrics that delve into race, identity, and social justice…
Sketch Kicked Off My SXSW Experience With A Soulfully Funky Bang
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- There was very little that I could find out about this band, but Sketch was the first act I caught during my week exploring SXSW. They weren’t on my radar prior…
