Vinyl Williams Illuminates with “Sunlight” Ahead of Double LP Polyhaven / Portasymphony
LOS ANGELES, CA- Click play on Vinyl Williams’ new video “Sunlight” and you’re instantly transported—not just to a sonic landscape, but to a whole atmosphere. The jazz-infused lo-fi groove radiates warmth, evoking the effortless, plant-whispering glide of Secret Life of Plants–era Stevie Wonder and…
Starling’s “I Can Be Convinced” Delivers Dream-Pop Tension and ’90s-Era Visual Flourish
LOS ANGELES, CA- I first caught Starling live at The Echoplex during Echo Park Rising in 2024, and they’ve been on my radar ever since. Back then, it was their track “I Want To” that grabbed me—intimate, restrained, and emotionally resonant. But with each…
Faetooth Channels Myth and Fury on “Death of Day” and Announces Tour with Slow Crush
LOS ANGELES, CA- People often ask me what I listen to. My answer is never simple—usually a variation on “a little bit of everything.” Pop, country, hip-hop, grunge. But when the shadows creep in and I need music that feels elemental and otherworldly, I…
The Chameleons Rock Skully’s with Strange Times Album Performance
COLUMBUS, OH- The Chameleons, formed in the early ’80s in Manchester, emerged from the heart of the post-punk movement with a sound that fused raw emotional power with ethereal, atmospheric melodies. At a time when Manchester was teeming with bands trying to push the boundaries…
untitled (halo): Echo Park Rising and the Rise of An Intriguing Ethereal Sound
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT ECHO PARK RISING ’24! LOS ANGELES, CA- When you go to a festival like Echo Park Rising, there’s a sensory overload. Bands of all shapes and sounds inhabit every corner of this eclectic neighborhood, and…
Softcult: Amplifying Voices and Sparking Change at the Echoplex
LOS ANGELES, CA- In a world where music often skirts around uncomfortable truths, Softcult stands as a beacon of fearless expression and potent social commentary. The Echoplex was the battleground on a recent evening, upgraded from The Echo due to a quick sell-out—a testament to…
Exploring Glixen’s Unique Sound: A Heavy Shoegaze Band from Phoenix
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- When I’m in the right mood, nothing hits the spot like heavy shoegaze music. During South by Southwest back in March, I made it a point to catch an up-and-coming shoegaze band…
Ethereal and Haunting: Kristina Esfandiari Leads King Woman in a Supernatural Show
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “… Quite the stylistic changeover after the previous set, King Woman, led by the ethereal Kristina Esfandiari, mesmerized the audience at Empire with their characteristic heavy and dramatic vocals. Stepping forth from the…
YEULE: The Electrifying Force of Nat Ćmiel
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “…Yeule, the musical project of Singaporean songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Nat Ćmiel, delivered a dazzling performance at Levitation Festival that left a lasting impression. With a set that preceded the highly anticipated Oneohtrix…
Ethereal Musing Meets Sonic Intensity: Unpacking Iress’ Musical Mastery at Resident
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Iress, characterized by its sludgy, grungy, and enveloping sound, didn’t disappoint. From their “Flaw” days, they’ve consistently captivated listeners with their dark, alluring musical allure. Michelle Malley, armed with her mesmerizing alto, guided…
