Known for their experimental styles of combining rock with hip-hop/rap, duo Paris Texas stormed the stage of Songbyrd in Washington,…
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LIVE REVIEW: little image, Levi Evans, & Hastings – Dallas, TX 09/24/2023
On Sunday September 24th, Texas native little image returned home for an electrifying show of their ‘SELF TITLED Tour’ at…

LIVE REVIEW: Oracle Sisters – Washington, D.C. 09/17/2023
Paris-based trio Oracle Sisters embarked on their first North American tour in fall of 2023. The trio, consisting of childhood…

ALBUM REVIEW: Mitski – The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We
After announcing retirement and the surprise release of Laurel Hell (2022), Mitski returns with a sharp seventh album, The Land…

ALBUM REVIEW: Teezo Touchdown – How Do You Sleep At Night?
Texas-native rapper Teezo Touchdown blends R&B and rock on his long-awaited debut album, How Do You Sleep At Night? under…

ALBUM REVIEW: Olivia Rodrigo – GUTS
Following the record breaking success of her debut album, SOUR, Olivia Rodrigo returns with a slightly darker sound and new experiences…

PHOTOS: Bumbershoot 2023- Seattle, WA 9/2-9/3
With a lineup almost as diverse as the weather in Seattle this past weekend, Bumbershoot delivered on its 50th anniversary…

PHOTO REVIEW: Outside Lands 2023 Exceeds Expectations As Festival Celebrates Fifteenth Anniversary
The excitement surrounding this year’s Outside Lands was hyped right as soon as the festival’s lineup was announced. Filled with…

REVIEW: HARD Summer 2023 Celebrates 15th Anniversary With Bangers
The 15th anniversary of HARD Summer 2023 in Los Angeles, CA was a spectacular one as promoter Insomniac pulled out…

ALBUM REVIEW: Ethan Tasch — Finds Himself on ‘Got Him!’
From his bedroom in Los Angeles, American singer-songwriter Ethan Tasch has been hard at work composing, writing, and recording the…

ALBUM REVIEW: Oscar Lang – ‘Look Now’
Following his debut album, Chew The Scenery, singer Oscar Lang released his sophomore album, Look Now, via Dirty Hit on July 21, 2023.…

PHOTOS: Bittersweet Daze ft. Cavetown, Ricky Montgomery, mxmtoon + grentperez – Palo Alto, CA 07/23/2023
Those lucky enough to be in attendance Sunday evening for the third stop of the Bittersweet Daze tour at Frost…

ALBUM REVIEW: Paris Texas – ‘Mid Air’ Undefinably Special
Drum pounds, guitar riffs, hardcore synth, acoustic plucks, and hard-hitting raps are just a few characteristics of Paris Texas’ new…

ALBUM REVIEW: Claud’s ‘Supermodels’
Indie pop singer-songwriter Claud follows their debut album, Super Monster, with the heavier, more versatile Supermodels, released July 14, 2023 under…

ALBUM REVIEW: Matilda Mann – You Look Like You Can’t Swim’
Diving into emotionally deep waters, British indie-folk musician Matilda Mann expresses her vulnerability and unwavering talent on her latest EP,…

ALBUM REVIEW: Gus Dapperton’s Electric ‘Henge’
Brendan Patrick Rice, performing under the name Gus Dapperton, is known for many things: eclectic outfits, bright colors, and his…

ALBUM REVIEW: Little Dragon’s ‘Slugs of Love’
Swedish electronic band Little Dragon have been known for their distinctive soulful, trip-hop sound for nearly three decades. After several…

ALBUM REVIEW: Alice Phoebe Lou Finds Home on ‘Shelter’
Berlin-based singer-songwriter Alice Phoebe Lou’s life was turned upside down in 2022 when she had to move back to her…

ALBUM REVIEW: Local Natives’ ‘Time Will Wait For No One’
L.A. indie-rock band Local Natives embrace growing older despite all of its complexities on their fifth album, Time Will Wait…

LIVE REVIEW: Annie DiRusso & Hannah Cole – Dallas, TX 06/28/2023
After moving the Texas dates to the end of ‘God, I Love This Tour’, Annie DiRusso finally reached Dallas with…

ALBUM REVIEW: Maisie Peters’ Magical ‘The Good Witch’
Packing powerful punches full of heartbreak, self-discovery, and love, English singer-songwriter Maisie Peters delivered more than anyone imagined on her…

LIVE REVIEW: Alex Lahey and Liza Anne – Dallas, TX 06/16/2023
Australian singer-songwriter Alex Lahey’s ‘Good Time Tour’ hit Dallas, TX on Saturday night to a comfortable yet energetic crowd. Following…

PHOTOS: Bonnaroo 2023 Thrills With Excitement, Emerging Acts, Nostalgia
Just days before the summer solstice, the 2023 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, TN welcomed Bonnaroovians back for…

PHOTOS: Yeah Yeah Yeahs – Berkeley, CA 06/10/2023
Yeah Yeah Yeahs wrapped up their US tour to a raucous solid-out crowd at the Greek Theater in Berkeley, CA…

PHOTOS: Melanie Martinez – San Francisco, CA 06/06/2023
Melanie Martinez just kicked off their tour in support of her latest album, ‘Portals’ that dropped on March 31st. Bringing…

REVIEW: Bottlerock Napa Valley 2023 Highlighted By Fun, Loose Crowds, Nostalgia and The Future
Memorial Weekend brought forth not only the unofficial start of summer but the 2023 edition of the BottleRock Napa Valley…

REVIEW: 20th Edition of Lightning in a Bottle Exceeds Expectations, Music Lineup Celebrates Creativity, Self-Expression
The 20th edition of Lightning in a Bottle took place over the Memorial Day weekend and was an electrifying and…

LIVE REVIEW: Leith Ross & Ash Tuesday – Dallas, TX 05/28/2023
On Sunday May 28th, Leith Ross brought their delicate instrumentals and dreamy vocals to Dallas, TX’s Granada Theater. At the…

ALBUM REVIEW: Setting Sun’s ‘The Feelings Cure’ Brings Chill Indie
Gary Levitt, the front runner and lead singer of indie band Setting Sun, unveiled his sixth studio album The Feelings…

ALBUM REVIEW: Spilt Milk Society Reflects on Hopefully Anyway
UK-based band Spilt Milk Society was not crying over their beverage loss on May 19, 2023; instead, they were celebrating…

LIVE REVIEW: Tomberlin & Trace Mountains – Dallas, TX 05/07/2023
On Sunday May 7th, folk singer-songwriter Tomberlin (Sarah Beth Tomberlin) had an intimate evening with a small crowd at Club…

LIVE REVIEW: JOSEPH & Flyte – Dallas, TX 05/05/2023
On Friday May 5th, JOSEPH’s breathtaking ‘The Sun Tour’ reached the Echo Lounge & Music Hall in Dallas, Texas. The…

LIVE REVIEW: Goth Babe & Yoke Lore – Dallas, TX 04/27/2023
On Thursday April 27, Dallas fans experienced a lively performance for Goth Babe’s (Griff Washburn) ‘The Lola Tour’ at The…

LIVE REVIEW + INTERVIEW: Michigander – Washington, D.C. 04/19/2023
From America’s heartland, singer-songwriter Michigander’s new EP It Will Never Be The Same could not more accurately describe the career…
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