Sandy Hawkins Talks Nostalgia, Neighborhood Pride, and the Art of Not Taking Themselves Too Seriously
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE ARTISTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING ECHO PARK, CA- Having followed Sandy Hawkins for years, I finally had the chance to witness them live at this year’s Echo Park Rising. It was a long-awaited moment, one…
Beyond Beyond Beyond Tour: The Crane Wives Deliver a Powerful Set at The Fonda Theatre
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Crane Wives have steadily become one of the most captivating acts in the indie folk scene, renowned for their emotionally charged lyrics, powerful vocal harmonies, and dynamic live performances. Hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, the band initially came together as friends, exploring…
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…
A Magical Evening with The Airborne Toxic Event at The Ford Amphitheater in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA- I’ve been to many concert venues in Los Angeles, but one that eluded me until recently was The Ford. Over a century old, it began as a community theater and has managed to retain that spirit, regularly hosting local artists, film screenings, and…
Exploring Arc Iris: The Genre-Defying Band Opening for Willow
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Opening the evening was Arc Iris, a band that might not yet be a household name but undoubtedly deserves to be. Their music defies easy categorization, blending avant-garde pop, experimental jazz, and electronic…
Rediscovering a Muse: PJ Harvey Live at the Greek Theatre
LOS ANGELES, CA- There’s a certain magic in revisiting the music that once held a formative influence on your life, a way of connecting to your past self while embracing the artist’s evolution. For me, PJ Harvey has been one of those artists—her music is…
Mannequin Pussy Brings I Got Heaven to a Sold-Out Bellwether In Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA- Mannequin Pussy formed in Philadelphia in 2010, initially as a duo with Marisa “Missy” Dabice on vocals and guitar and Thanasi Paul on guitar. They quickly built a reputation in the DIY punk scene for their blistering live shows, raw emotion, and…
The Genius of Mitski: A Masterclass in Music and Art At The Hollywood Bowl
HOLLYWOOD, CA- The Hollywood Bowl is one of those venues that carries its own weight. To perform there is to claim a space in music’s upper echelons, where only the most significant voices resonate among the hills of Los Angeles. When I saw that Mitski…
Towa Bird Rocks A Sold-Out Echo: A Rising Star’s Electrifying Performance
LOS ANGELES, CA- When I heard that Towa Bird was opening for Billie Eilish on a string of dates this fall, I was curious. Who was this rising star? It didn’t take long for me to find out. After a quick search, I dove into…
Catchy, Raw, and Bilingual: The Sols Deliver Solid Set at Echo Park Rising
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE ARTISTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING ECHO PARK, CA- The annual Echo Park Rising festival has always been a breeding ground for discovering fresh, raw talent. This year was no exception, and amidst the usual sonic…
