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…
A Journey of Emotion and Melody: Wasia Project’s Unforgettable Fonda Theatre Show
LOS ANGELES, CA- The story began, fittingly enough, with another enchantress of sophisticated pop, Laufey. While preparing to review her concert at the Hollywood Bowl, I stumbled across the Wasia Project. As I combed through Laufey’s past setlists, looking to immerse myself in the world…
Sabrina Sterling at The Fonda Theatre: A Powerful Journey Through Love and Longing
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…Then came Sabrina Sterling, an artist I’ve had the pleasure of seeing three times this year. Each performance has reinforced why she’s swiftly become one of my favorite singer-songwriters. There’s something magnetic in…
From South Africa to Los Angeles: Nick Leng’s Unique Sound Captivates The Fonda
CLICK HERE TO GO BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE LOS ANGELES, CA- “…As the lights dimmed and the crowd settled, Nick Leng emerged at the piano, his presence subdued yet captivating. Born in South Africa and raised in Los Angeles, Leng brings a unique blend…
Billy Bragg Live: A 40-Year Journey of Folk, Protest, and Connection
LOS ANGELES, CA- Since the beginning of time, passing down wisdom through storytelling has been a tradition, an oral practice that connects generations by sharing life’s struggles, joys, and lessons. Last Friday, Billy Bragg carried on that tradition—not just through his music but with the…
Sextile’s Rejuvenated Brilliance: A Review of Their Hometown Show at the Fonda
LOS ANGELES, CA- The last time I saw Sextile, it was almost five years ago at the Teragram Ballroom, an opener for Shame, thrusting the audience into their rhythmic dark wave atmosphere in support of their album, ‘3’. It was a time of discovery and…
The Enigmatic Aura of 3L3D3P: Unpacking the Influence of The Garden’s Vada-Vada Movement
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! SAN DIEGO, CA- “…Anticipation filled the room as 3L3D3P prepared to take the stage. I was largely unfamiliar with her, but my online research revealed that she’s also known as Milloux or Millouxsuicide and is a…
VR Sex at The Fonda Theatre: A Brooding Descent into Dark Post Punk Brilliance
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! SAN DIEGO, CA- “…VR Sex. The name conjures visions of a cybernetic and carnal future. A choice opening for the sonic titans, Sextile, this was the band’s chance to stamp their imprint onto the darkwave aficionados…
Holly Humberstone Live at The Fonda: An Ethereal Dive into Intimacy and Raw Emotion
HOLLYWOOD, CA- Over the last couple of years, I’ve twice almost experienced Holly Humberstone’s live magic. One was nixed when the top-billing act, Girl In Red, succumbed to Covid-19, and the other? Well, a pesky scheduling conflict. My anticipation only grew, making me all the…
Mareux Plays a Sold-Out Hometown Show at the Fonda in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA- Spirits were high on Friday, June 2nd, as I prepared to catch a live performance from Mareux for the fourth time. On my way to the photo pit, I ran into a group of four girls, each dressed almost identically to me:…
