Trestles Explore Disillusionment and Identity on New Single “Babylon”
LOS ANGELES, CA- Trestles’ latest single “Babylon” isn’t just another nod to California’s surf-rock lineage — it’s a lyrical snapshot of disillusionment, identity, and the restless cycles of youth culture. Where the band’s sun-drenched instrumentation leans into Santa Cruz’s coastal DNA, the words themselves cut…
Together Pangea Mature with Darker Edge on New Single “Like Your Father” from Upcoming Album Eat Myself
LOS ANGELES, CA- I can still remember ducking crowd surfers with my camera at Echo Park Rising back in 2014, watching Together Pangea level the Echoplex with raw, sweaty abandon. The energy was chaotic… stage jumpers colliding with the audience, a skateboard even flying through…
The Macks Bring Lo-Fi Frenzy on “Dually of Man” and “The Modern Grape” Ahead of Bonanza
LOS ANGELES, CA- My first exposure to Portland’s The Macks came through their double video release for “Dually of Man” and “The Modern Grape,” and I have to admit … I’m hooked. There’s something raw and intriguing about this band, a lo-fi, dirt-under-the-fingernails sound…
Girl Tones Unleash Raw Energy on New Single “Cherry Picker”
LOS ANGELES, CA- There’s a rawness to Girl Tones that feels almost confrontational. It’s the kind of young, defiant energy that refuses to play nice… and watch out! Those hooks are as sharp as broken glass. With their latest single “Cherry Picker,” the sister…
The Thing Drop “Something to Say” and “Insane” Ahead of Self-Titled Debut
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- New York’s The Thing have been quietly (and now not so quietly) building a case for themselves as one of the most essential voices in modern garage rock. Fresh off a…
The Dumes Ignite SXSW With Blazing Rock Energy and Raw Emotional Power
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- I was fortunate to catch The Dumes multiple times during my trip to SXSW this year, and they never once disappointed. There’s something about their soul-punching brand of rock ‘n’ roll that…
Be Your Own Pet Reignite Punk Fury with The Linda Lindas at Blistering Live Show
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Then Nashville’s Be Your Own Pet flawlessly set the stage for what was to come with their signature snarl and drive. Midway through their set, The Linda Lindas even joined them on stage…
Olivia Jean: Retro Cool Garage Rock Shines Bright At Fast And Frightening Takeover
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Olivia Jean’s performance was one I was particularly keen on catching. I had first heard of Olivia Jean back in the 2010s when she was part of The Black Belles. However, it seems the…
The Legendary Troubadour Hosts Jet’s Triumphant U.S. Return After 14 Years
LOS ANGELES, CA- Jet’s two-night run at the Troubadour marked the band’s return to U.S. soil after a 14-year absence, and the sense of occasion was unmistakable. The Troubadour, with its deep-rooted history in the Los Angeles music scene, felt like the perfect venue for their…
Izabella’s IZBND: Weaving Dark Grunge with Indie Rock at Alex’s Bar
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The final act, IZBND, is the enigma of the evening. Izabella, the artist behind the moniker, weaves a tapestry of indie rock with the dark threads of grunge. Her music is an odyssey…
