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…
Wolves Shut It Down For WFNM With Incredibly Fun Performance
CLICK HERE To Go Back To The Main Article! LOS ANGELES, CA- “… WOLVES is Marc Avery (vocals/piano) and Sean Carney (vocals/guitar/bass/keys) and they closed the evening with a bang. This was my first time catching them live, and I’m hoping it won’t be…
POND Talks “9” And The Relief Of Being Back On Stage With Blurred Culture
MAIN PAGE | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY LAKE PERRIS, CA- With the psych scene so strong on the Australian continent, Desert Daze is as much of a premier festival as it is a family reunion for so many of the artists. Tame Impala…
Herbie Hancock Brings Family, Joy and Exuberance To The Hollywood Bowl
LOS ANGELES, CA- September 2022 was a rough month for jazz enthusiasts. In the span of a couple of weeks, Ramsey Lewis passed away on September 12th, the Pharoah Sanders passed away on September 24th. Legendary players who helped shape and mold various genres…
Genesis Owusu Sings In The Colors of High Energy Black and Red
MAIN PAGE | SATURDAY | SUNDAY LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Genesis Owusu sings in the colors of high energy black and red. He walks onstage clad in a heavy black coat covered in red hands, surrounded by hype men in black masks and covered in chains, who…
Hambone Relay Bring The Funk For Blurred Culture At Madame Siam
CLICK HERE To Go Back To The Main Article! LOS ANGELES, CA- “… Hambone Relay got the room buzzing as soon as they started playing. Their jazz/blues-infused funk was just what the doctor ordered and was guaranteed to get booties shaking and heads bopping….
