Patriarchy: Gothic Synth-Driven Rock Hypnotizes Fast & Frightening Takeover
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Patriarchy’s dark and theatrical performance brought a gothic edge to the festival, but their set started about 15 minutes late due to technical difficulties. This delay meant I could only see them perform three…
Surfbort: Dani Miller and Co. Bring Punk Rock Rebellion to the Fast and Frightening Takeover
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Surfbort’s irreverent and chaotic set was a personal highlight of the evening. Led by the inimitable Dani Miller, the band’s 2024 has been a whirlwind year, with Dani also delving into side projects like…
NIIS: LA’s Punk Powerhouse Inspires Chaos and Cathartic Mosh Pits
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…NIIS delivered a blistering set on the main stage, proving why they’ve become one of LA’s most talked-about punk bands in 2024. Fronted by the charismatic and confrontational Mimi SanDoe, NIIS’ music is a…
The Schizophonics: San Diego’s High-Octane Garage Rockers Light Up the Belasco Ballroom
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…San Diego’s The Schizophonics brought a frenetic energy to the basement stage that was impossible to ignore. Known for their explosive live shows, the band seems to have perfected their live shows in 2024…
Twin Sisters Ignite the Stage with Raw Energy and Emotional Depth
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…It had been some time since I’d last seen Flames of Durga perform, so catching their set in the downstairs nightclub was a personal highlight of the evening. The twin sisters, Beah and Cecilia…
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…
Discover MyVeronica: LA Band Blends Shoegaze and Riot Grrrl Vibes
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…The evening began with the Los Angeles-based band MyVeronica, who set the tone with an electrifying opening set. MyVeronica’s music felt like a love letter to indie rock, tinged with dreamy shoegaze elements and…
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…
