On a memorable evening at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, MisterWives took the stage by storm, delivering an electrifying performance that had fans dancing and singing along throughout the night. The venue buzzed with anticipation as the crowd eagerly awaited the beloved indie-pop band's appearance, and they did not disappoint.
Read MoreOn Saturday night, Shakey Graves rolled his Movie of the Week tour into Portland, Oregon. With support from Flipturn opening the show with a killer and enthusiastic set, the crowd was primed and ready for a night of some amazing country/rock and roll music.
Read More311 has lived up to their name with their performance at Wave in Wichita, KS on September 30th. While their set stands on its own, the show’s entire lineup was rounded out well with two opening bands that complimented the headliner.
Read MoreOn a crisp Los Angeles evening, the iconic Greek Theater played host to a musical event that can only be described as an electrifying spectacle. Thundercat, the virtuoso bassist and singer, graced the stage, and what followed was an unforgettable night of music, camaraderie, and pure sonic bliss.
Read MoreWhen Weyes Blood took the stage at the Greek Theater, it was a spellbinding evening of ethereal vocals and a commanding stage presence. The iconic venue provided the perfect backdrop for a night filled with enchanting melodies and a crowd that was eager to be transported by the artist's otherworldly sound.
Read More“The Queen of Techno”. Read the flag raised behind one of modern technos biggest DJs by the hands of fans in the boiler roomesque set up around Charlotte’s DJ set up. The Belgian DJ, Record Producer, and Label Owner swung thru California for her last US dates of 2023 for some special events CRSSD down in San Diego and Portola up in San Francisco between the two was an incredibly special event for electronic music fans.
Read MoreWhen Avenged Sevenfold rolled into the Tacoma Dome, it was clear that the City of Destiny was in for a night to remember. The iconic venue served as the perfect backdrop for a band that's known for delivering epic performances, and they did not disappoint. From the moment the first note reverberated through the arena to the closing chords of the encore, Avenged Sevenfold proved why they're considered one of the titans of modern rock.
Read MoreThrough the night, some thought of their engagement with Apollo and Boywithuke's sets as a therapy session. The audience was told to scream as loud as they could at some points, crack their knuckles as loud in unison, and stick their middle fingers in the air mimicking their anger towards someone given the situations described in the songs performed. Some of these forms of audience engagement are common, but the frequency caught me off guard, in a positive way.
Read MoreThe City of Angels has seen its fair share of electrifying performances, but none quite like Roosevelt's recent show at The Novo. The German electronic music sensation took the stage at the iconic venue, and from the first note to the last, he left the audience spellbound, dancing like there was no tomorrow. With an incredible stage production, stunning lights and sounds, and a lively crowd that never stopped moving, it was a night that showcased the magic of live music.
Read MoreAll was right at Baby’s This Wednesday, as Wine Lips invigorated a sold out crowd at the beloved intimate Brooklyn venue. Early revelers trickled in to catch Zip Tie Handcuffs led a blitz of an opening set. The band dabbled in driving fuzzy psychedelic rock, 90’s weezer-adjacent riffs, and what was so aptly described by their drummer as “(we’re) not space rock…but we love space rock…so here’s a space rock song”.
Read MoreAs a large mirror ball danced above head, the crowd jumped up and down, most in their Portland-esque Doc Martens while shouting the lyrics back to the band, the energy inside the Moda Center was electric. On Sunday night, Arctic Monkeys took the stage to a nearly sold out crowd at the Rose Quarter. The band opened up with, “Sculptures of Anything Goes” off their latest release, “The Car.”
Read MoreThe electric charge in the air at the Moda Center was undeniable as Fontaines D.C., the Irish post-punk sensation, took the stage on a recent, unforgettable night. The energy was electric and the crowd was alive, forming a pulsating, eager sea of fans eagerly awaiting the sonic journey ahead.
Read More9/14/2023 was a good day in the city of Philadelphia - the Eagles won their first home game of the season and The Band CAMINO kicked off their Screaming in the Dark Tour at the Met Philly. Both events had die-hard screaming fans, although there may have been a few more at the Linc.
Read MoreIf Ghost sometimes seems like the best of 80s metal meets non-secular Broadway via Vegas show (only louder than any church you’ve ever been in) attending a Ghost show is like traveling back to 2006 to see said spectacle. Why, you ask? Because they took our phones.
Read MoreDid you know that there is an explosion of Ska happening in venues all over the country? It’s been going on for a while but it’s on the edge of busting out wide and right there, at the forefront are We Are the Union. I caught them at the Knitting Factory for the Los Angeles portion of their headline tour and they were nothing short of spectacular. The small stage in North Hollywood could barely contain the energy, cuz if you’ve ever been to a Ska show, you know…it’s a party.
Read MoreJungle brought “The Heat” to the Kia Forum on Thursday night for their biggest LA show yet. With their signature mix of funk, soul, and electronic, the band kept longtime fans satisfied and undoubtedly made a lot of new ones. All ages were present at the Los Angeles show on September 7th, ranging from children no older than five years old to elderly couples on date night, proving just how wide of an audience the group reaches with their timeless sound.
Read MoreBruno Major. The man needs no introduction. His lyrics and Melodie’s are sure to stick in your head and leave a lasting impact on your music listening experience. His set design included a rug that he stood on for most of the show. This small effort made us all feel at home and comfortable with everyone around us. Everyone had something in common and that brought them together to appreciate and bond over our many emotions tied to Bruno’s music
Read MoreIn the heart of New York City, under the twinkling lights of the Brooklyn Mirage, Quinn XCII transformed an already electric summer night into an unforgettable musical journey. The Michigan-born artist took the stage with an energy that was palpable, and from the very first note, it was clear that the crowd was in for an extraordinary evening.
Read MoreAmidst the enchanting ambiance of the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, Sigur Rós transported a captivated audience into a realm of sonic enchantment. The ethereal night was punctuated by an electrifying performance that showcased the band's ability to craft an immersive musical journey, bridging the past and present with a full orchestra named the Timeless Orchestra.
Read MoreIt’s not too often we get to write about a show that quite literally changed our lives, but with our jaw practically on the floor for the entirety of the 2 hour set that had us begging for more, we couldn’t wait to get to they keyboard and write about one of the most incredible displays of human talent we’ve ever seen.
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