SXSW in Austin, TX SXSW is undoubtedly one of the biggest conferences in the US, boasting a film festival, music festival, marketing expos, panel discussions and interviews with prominent people in media, trade show, job fair, and all around networking experience. There were hundreds of music acts to see spread out over Continue Reading
Venom Prison – Code Orange – Power Trip – Trivium // London, UK 2.21.18
Trivium Code Orange Power Trip Venom Prison O2 Academy Brixton // London, England April 21st 2018 It was a sunny Saturday evening in South London and the last of a five-date UK tour for heavy metal heros Trivium at the legendary Brixton Academy. Doors were at the earlier time of Continue Reading
Bush – Atlas Genius – Big Jesus // Louisville, KY 4.18.18
Bush with Atlas Genius and Big Jesus The Louisville Palace// Louisville, KY April 18th, 2018 British rock band Bush brought their current tour to Louisville, Ky recently. Having been together on and off for 26 years, the band has amassed a large and passionate fan base over the years. With Continue Reading
Sleeping Lion’s Nate Flaks talks debut EP, curating the perfect Spotify playlist and moving to Los Angeles
Although new to the scene, Indie-electronic band Sleeping Lion, comprised of Nate Flaks and Noah Longworth McGuire, is already forging their own path in the industry and garnering plenty of critical praise along the way. Having started out in a folk band, Nate met Noah and quickly changed musical direction Continue Reading
Folk artist Eli Lev shares how the different directions in his life have prepared him for his debut EP
Washington, DC-based Folk/Americana artist Eli Lev is making his mark with audiences and the industry with his impressive live shows. An avid traveler, Lev’s travels are a source of inspiration for his songwriting and gives him the chance to see new places and meet new people. Our staff writer, Emily Continue Reading
California based electropop artist INTICA discusses her debut album and music video
California indie electronic/pop artist INTICA is already making her mark in the industry. At only 21 years of age, she recently released her well-received debut album entitled Nights Like These, which she recorded at Smash Cat Studio in Pittsburgh. The introspective album explores her struggles with anxiety and depression, raw and Continue Reading
Album Review: Sofi Tukker “Treehouse”
When you think of tropical house music, I can almost promise you that your mind does not instantly go to the grimy and cold streets of New York City. In fact, your mind goes to the exact opposite, right? Well, New York based electronic duo Sofi Tukker have created a Continue Reading
Dashboard Confessional – Beach Slang – Kississippi // Brooklyn, NY 3.29.18
Dashboard Confessional with Beach Slang and Kississippi Brooklyn Steel March 29th, 2018 Brooklyn, NY Words by Riley McSpedon Photos by Jess Williams Some of you might roll your eyes at this and become overwhelmed with a feeling of old age, but I was just about three years old when Florida-based Continue Reading
Interview with up and coming indie pop artist, Joe Wood
Although new to the scene, New York indie-pop artist Joe Wood is already generating a buzz with his released material. With four songs out right now that combine the the sounds of synth-pop and R&B, Wood showcases his impressive songwriting abilities and knack for irresistible hooks. Having drawn comparisons to Bleachers, LANY Continue Reading
Matt and Kim – Cruisr – TWINKIDS // Sayerville, NJ 3.23.18
Matt and Kim with CRUISR and TWINKIDS March 23rd, 2018 Starland Ballroom Sayerville, New Jersey Words and Photos by Jess Williams After being forced into a year long hiatus after an on-stage injury in Mexico, indie-pop duo Matt and Kim returned to the stage on Friday night with a fire burning inside. Continue Reading
New York based band The Foxfires talk anti-suicide song, new music and the future of the band.
New York indie rock band The Foxfires have been gaining a steady momentum since 2013, having shared the stage with Michale Graves (former Misfits frontman), Kurt Travis (former Dance Gavin Dance frontman) and Jennifer Hudson. With a sound that’s described as Seagaze, they blend indie pop, folk, surf rock and Continue Reading
Nashville’s Josie Dunne talks growing up around music, debut EP and more
Nashville musician Josie Dunne is a star on the rise. Having begun performing at the age of 13, the now 21 year old is paving her own way through the music industry. With her fusion of Motown, soul and modern pop music, Dunne is creating a sound all her own. Continue Reading