Speed of Light Shines at The Den Studios Alongside Rising Rock Talent
LOS ANGELES, CA- On the evening of February 8, 2025, I navigated some unfamiliar-to-me streets of Los Angeles to The Den Studios, an intimate performance space which on this evening was spotlighting emerging talent. The night’s lineup featured four acts: Scratchcard Inc, Devon Thompson, 12…
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Deliver a Powerful, Star-Studded Show at The Kia Forum
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Kia Forum in Los Angeles set the stage for a packed night of music, featuring Iron & Wine, Waxahatchee, and Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats. Each act brought its own distinct style—stripped-down folk, powerful indie rock, and full-band soul—creating a dynamic…
BAD SUNS’ High-Energy Set Warms Up a Packed Crowd for Finneas
BROOKLYN, NY – “…With opening support from BAD SUNS, the venue quickly reached capacity as soon as their set kicked off. The alternative rock band was clearly touched to discover that a significant portion of the front crowd were longtime BAD SUNS fans. Their contagious…
Toro y Moi Live at Terminal 5: A Genre-Blending Performance That Had NYC Dancing All Night
NEW YORK, NY- Valentine’s Day 2025 was an evening to remember, as I had the pleasure of attending Toro y Moi’s exhilarating performance at New York City’s Terminal 5. The night was elevated by the exceptional support from Panda Bear and Nourished by Time, creating…
The Joy of Reunion: Girl In A Coma’s Triumphant Return to the Stage
LOS ANGELES, CA- Reunions in music are akin to the rekindling of a long-lost romance—a blend of nostalgia, anticipation, and the hope of recapturing a magic that once was. Some reunions, like Fleetwood Mac’s return to the stage, have been met with rapturous applause, reaffirming…
12 Gauge Trixie: A Rocking Nostalgic Resurgence
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The penultimate act of the evening was 12 Gauge Trixie, a San Diego-based quintet that has been injecting a fresh dose of adrenaline into the local rock scene since their formation in early…
BeachLife Festival’s Next Big Thing? Devon Thompson’s Electrifying Live Show
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Devon Thompson is the kind of artist who doesn’t just perform—she commands. From the second she steps on a stage, there’s an undeniable shift in the room’s energy. Her voice cuts through the…
Celebrating 20 Years of Crimes: The Blood Brothers’ Electrifying Reunion Tour
LOS ANGELES, CA- In the dimly lit heart of downtown Los Angeles, The Belasco Theater became a cathedral for post-hardcore fans on November 8, 2024. The occasion? The triumphant return of The Blood Brothers after a decade-long hiatus, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their seminal…
Lime Garden Brings Wonk Pop Energy to The Echo on Their U.S. Tour
LOS ANGELES, CA- When I first heard Lime Garden’s “Love Song” from their debut album One More Thing, I was immediately captivated. The track, with its sharp lyrical wit and infectious hooks, struck me as excellent songwriting. There was something undeniably magnetic about the way the…
A Dive Into the Midwest Y’alternative of Timmy Skelly at El Cid
LOS ANGELES, CA- If you’ve ever wondered what it might sound like if The Avett Brothers and Modest Mouse birthed a hybrid music child, meet Timmy Skelly. On October 30, 2024, he unveiled his debut EP Dive Bar Sermon at El Cid in Los Angeles. Released…
