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bxb love released captivating summertime track “losers” this week, and we kind of love it
After 15 months of online shows and showcases, I am getting excited to see live music again. The best lead-up to seeing new artists in person is the new music that is being released. The first captivating song of the summer arrived on June 10, “Losers”. BXB LOVE, the...
slam band & sam share first listen to friday’s release “don’t know why”
Funk rock outfit Slam Band & Sam is revving up to release their latest single "Don't Know Why" this Friday. Through a web of well-produced instrumentals and harmonizing brass, lead singer Adam Vasko's raspy vocals explore desire in a whole new light. While Vasko...
giulia. shares her positive intro into the lgbtq+ community with “baby d*ke”
A feel-good bop.
be my junebug baby | best new videos of june 2021
Just as insane as this month has been for single releases, we're getting absolutely bombarded by new music videos. So many incredible visual moments to take in, and we are thrilled to share our favorites with you! So settle in for some entertainment, or cue up that...
kcwmn spotlight | alisa jefferson
As much as we love covering music on an international scale, we see the value in (and need for) local artist spotlights. Since Imperfect Fifth is based in Kansas City, we have teamed up with the Kansas City Women's Music Network to bring you artist highlights about...
in june, pretty baby | june 2021
June has been a whirlwind of a month already. With new releases coming at us hot every day - there are over 600 music releases slated for Friday, and that's just what we know of - we have hardly had time to blink. And that makes us happy, if you're actually wondering....
rockwood music hall reopens for 2021 concert season
It’s happening, it’s actually happening. After a 15 month closure Rockwood Music Hall is finally reopening this weekend. It’s so exciting and such a relief to see the calendar filling up again. Kudos to Ken, Matt, and the team for pushing through this awful time and...
kcwmn spotlight | ro myra
As much as we love covering music on an international scale, we see the value in (and need for) local artist spotlights. Since Imperfect Fifth is based in Kansas City, we have teamed up with the Kansas City Women's Music Network to bring you artist highlights about...
gawain and the green knight, “fingers”
a light, intoxicating premiere
bradley scott malone, “california”
On May 14th, folk/Americana artist Bradley Scott Malone will release his latest single, an absolutely enchanting audible ride called "California." The artist's eastern location is reflected in his soulful yet rough vocals that balance the rhythmic composition of the...
may it be, an evening star| may 2021
The outside world is getting more vivid, as more people get vaccinated and the days get longer, summer quickly approaching. Take this time to get outside, get grounded, and love on yourself a little bit. But in the in-between, feel free to play our May soundtrack in...
documentaries of note | sxsw 2021
Two documentaries caught my eye when I was planning my South by Southwest schedule in 2021. I felt fortunate to be able to see both of these as they had their world premiers. The first of the two is Hysterical, a documentary that peeks into the lives of some of the...
evvan, home
One of our favorite singer/songwriter extraordinaires - alt-folk artist EVVAN - has released a dreamy new 5-track EP, Home, and we're certain it warrants a listen from music lovers of all genres. Never have we felt so much attitude without a hard blues influence in a...
sxsw 2021 set a higher expectation for diversity. now what?
“Ah, another virtual event that I will RSVP to and not at ALL want to attend most of,” I thought, as the first electronic communications regarding SXSW 2021 came through to my device. And, as we got closer to the start date, I thought more and more about the...
dawson fuss, “hey you”
Today, we have your first look at the new Dawson Fuss music video, which also happens to be the artist's directorial debut. The gorgeous visual boasts warm colors, noticeable contrast of light and dark while the protagonist (Fuss) experiences moments of obvious...
kcwmn spotlight | alison hawkins
As much as we love covering music on an international scale, we see the value in (and need for) local artist spotlights. Since Imperfect Fifth is based in Kansas City, we have teamed up with the Kansas City Women's Music Network to bring you artist highlights about...
we want live shows again! concerts in a post-COVID world | sxsw 2021
One of the most anticipated panel discussions available on my schedule for South by Southwest in 2021 was “We Want Live Shows Again! Concerts in a Post-COVID World.” Hosted by Adam Shore (the US General Manager/Programmer of Driift, a global live-streaming company),...
amplifying athlete voices off the court |sxsw 2021
Although there have always been examples of athletes being the voice of social change, 2020 was a watershed year in the fight for social justice. The COVID-19 pandemic and the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor by police officers were three primary events that...