imperfect fifth
cold weather never felt so good until our “cold weather calling” soundtrack
time to indulge
embers truly debuts “energy x 100” with new to: the moon ep
Today, San Diego rock act Embers releases To: The Moon, a 5-track EP that will get you on your feet, jamming out to anthemic melodies about mistakes, intrusive thoughts, and other relatable material. Sleeping with Sirens' Kellin Quinn guests his notable vocals on the...
we the kings get existential – yet anthemic – with “alien”
Alt-rock outfit We The Kings - yes, THAT We The Kings - recently signed to Graveboy Records. The momentous partnership is marked with the release of their latest work, a single titled "Alien." The song begins with a melancholic feel, rectified by a quintessential...
bishop briggs brings the don’t look down tour to kcmo
To round out the month of September - and to unofficially prepare the city for BEY DAY (October 1) - Bishop Briggs and MisterWives brought The Don't Look Down Tour to Grinder's in The Crossroads. On a beautiful evening, against the backdrop of a watercolor sunset,...
misterwives overjoys crowd in kcmo at grinders
On the Eve of BeyDay in Kansas City, MisterWives and Bishop Briggs brought the girl power to one of the most iconic stages in the city with The Don't Look Down Tour. Tucked away into The Crossroads District sits Grinders KC, a mulch-floored, sunset ceiling-ed venue...
the rolling stones, youtube spirals, and psychology: an interview with keli price
ca. 2013
yellowcard’s ryan key talks catching the performance bug, self-awareness, and 20 years of ocean avenue
Emo children of the aughts rejoice, because one of our favorite live bands is making the rounds again, and they're bigger than ever before. Pop-punk bad boys Yellowcard delivered a kiss of surf pop, a hint of nostalgia, and a whole lot of energy every time they took...
moon walker zombifies the end of the world in disgruntled punk release “give the people what they want”
ghostly pale and dingy
3 doors down bring the better life (and better weather) to kcmo
Tuesday night was one for the ages at Starlight Theater in Kansas City, MO. In an unexpectedly beautiful way, 3 Doors Down helped us celebrate the end of summer with a full rendition of their 2003 debut album The Better Life, as well as other favorites. 20 years of...
candlebox brings natural ease and sense of appreciation to a beautiful summer evening show in kcmo
Since 1990 - give or take a few years here and there - Candlebox (updated lineup: Kevin Martin, Adam Kury, Brian Quinn, Island Styles, BJ Kerwin) has been lighting the stage with its endearing (and enduring) brand of Pacific Northwest grunge rock. Consistently,...
cole gallagher’s the confluence is a mellifluous and stunning, yet understated, collection of tracks perfect for the change in season
the sea as a metaphor
irontom rocks the world with “SUPER//STAR”
love, betrayal, and the pursuit of recognition
scott fisher blends 70s disco, classic rock, and indie for his spunky release “still the same”
For two decades, Scott Fisher has crafted musical fusions of his own design, with works featured in popular TV shows such as Shameless, Parks & Recreation, and Gossip Girl. His groovy rhythms are infectiously catchy and are right at home in these comedies and...
ready or regret: decoding “whenever you’re ready” by corner club
biting sarcasm and unapologetic candor
loveless soars with “drag me down”
a captivating musical journey
twin bridges’ “carbon & dust” musically blurs the line between life and death through a hybrid of folk and chamber music
as heart-wrenching as it is breathtaking
jean ryden’s new video for “parallel universe” is heartbreaking and impactful
her memories are a “parallel universe”
thorslund’s new video for “firecracker man” matches the song’s funky and fun flare
dazzle