Hollywood Bowl Highlights: Maggie Rogers Commands the Stage Amidst Mixed Crowd Vibes
LOS ANGELES, CA- Maggie Rogers, the singer-songwriter and outstanding producer, solidified her superstar status by headlining the legendary Hollywood Bowl last week. As entrancing as Rogers is on stage, the evening felt peculiar, a sentiment she herself acknowledged. “Just twenty minutes into my set, I…
From ‘Amor Supremo’ to ‘El Renacimiento’: Carla Morrison Lights Up the Hollywood Bowl
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Grammy-nominated Mexican-Tecatista singer-songwriter, Carla Morrison, who’s also a three-time Latin Grammy nominee, delivered a mesmerizing performance during her “El Renacimiento Tour” at the Hollywood Bowl. “El Renacimiento” (Renaissance) marks her first fresh collection of songs since her 2015 “Amor Supremo” album. Released…
Vintage Charm Meets Ethereal Melodies: Allison Ponthier’s Mesmerizing Performance
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE HOLLYWOOD, CA- “… Before Holly Humberstone took the spotlight, Allison Ponthier graced the stage, marking my first encounter with her melodious offerings. Ponthier’s entrance was nothing short of captivating. Adorned in a chic black suit, bowtie,…
Discovering Lilliana Villines: The Voice That Defined the Summer
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! SAN DIEGO, CA- “…Bathed in the dim glow of twilight, the enigmatic Lilliana Villines was the first to command the stage, a symbol of promise for an evening set against the backdrop of a sultry summer’s…
Bittersweet Daze Tour With Cavetown & Friends: A Magical Melody of Music and Emotions
STANFORD, CA -Frost Amphitheater at Stanford University morphed into the throbbing, pulsing heart of the Bittersweet Daze tour, and the moment I strutted into that hallowed space, the electrifying vibe of sheer, unadulterated fan enthusiasm was so palpable, I almost drowned in it. On deck…
The Intimacy and Warmth of Familial Harmony: A Night with Joseph And The Sun
LOS ANGELES, CA- Singing in a chorale group all through college, I can say that I’ve tuned my ear to appreciate beautiful chords and harmonies. I’m sucker for beautiful harmonies. And if there’s one thing I’ve noticed, singers who have a bond with one another…
Dawes Delivers an Emotional Tribute to Wylie Gelber in His Final Gig With The Band at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel
LOS ANGELES, CA- Dawes brought a one-two punch to the Theatre at the Ace Hotel this weekend, playing two ebullient sets separated by an intermission as part of this tour’s An Evening With Dawes format. Settling in for the evening allowed them to put together…
Big Thief Brings Darkness, Hope, Fiction, Anecdotes, Earthly and Ephemeral Altogether In Austin
AUSTIN, TX- Big Thief played Austin on Wednesday February 15 at ACL Live at The Moody Theatre after their most recent studio album, the double LP Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You as part of their North American tour. The opening set by Big Thief guitarist Buck…
Tessa Rae Speaks To Blurred Culture About EP Project “This Was Never Meant To Last”
LOS ANGELES, CA- Earlier this year, I attended an artist showcase produced by Grant Owens’ We Found New Music. The line-up consisted of a fantastic collection of indie-pop talent, but one of the acts that caught my ear was the singer-songwriter Tessa Rae. There…
Phoebe Bridgers’ Independent Artist Persona Shines Bright At This Ain’t No Picnic
MAIN PAGE | SATURDAY | SUNDAY LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Phoebe Bridgers is the queen of LA’s indie scene. That fact was never more apparent than it was at This Ain’t No Picnic. Part of Bridger’s appeal is her humor, which was on full display at the…