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palehound @ elsewhere’s rooftop
Palehound took to the stage last Wednesday night on Elsewhere's Rooftop in Brooklyn just as the sun was setting. The whole scene was surreal as the stage was decked out in fake flowers and tropical plants juxtaposed with the neighborhood's industrial setting. And as...
model citizen, the next life
Rock collective Model Citizen released their new album The Next Life this morning. The 18-piece band - under their leader Mark Ciani, with help from Josh Logan, Fernando Lodeiro, Alvaro Kapaz, Matt Musty, and Ryan Gleason - packed this release with as much grit and...
soft people, “tender”
California based indie-pop duo Soft People give off massive retro vibes in their new single “Tender” being released on July 12. In this track, the traditional husband-husband combination of Caleb Nichols and John Metz is met with the impressive drumming of Pat...
grand canyon, “yesterday’s news”
Grand Canyon has just released their newest body of work, an EP titled Yesterday’s News. The five-track collection covers enormous ground with explosive back road Americana, dreamy psychedelic storytelling, hard-hitting social commentary, and the sour wounds of...
a conversation with i am casting
Today, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Cole Guerra. The brainchild of musical project I Am Casting, his latest release “Carnival Barkers” gained widespread praise. We get to chat a bit about the album and its inspiration, as well as some offbeat topics like...
sex ed @ the rino
Last week, we prepped for the holiday of lights and showboating with a performance serene and gorgeous as the sound of a flowing stream after a good rain. Allison Gliesman's voice is one of the most alluring we've ever heard, and with both their popular band Mess and...
city silos, “give it to me straight”
Nashville-based alternative rock duo CITY SILOS have harnessed an effortlessly cool vibe in their latest single “Give It To Me Straight.” Also known as Chris and Kristen Butler, they work together as husband and wife to create a track that is as catchy as it is full...
biglemoi, “permanent vacation”
New Orleans-based indie rock quintet Biglemoi - expertly comprised of George Elizondo, Violeta del Rio del Castillo, Matthew Bigelow, Jeremy Marx, and Jonathan Arceneaux - croon their way into your souls with their single "Permanent Vacation". Today, they add a music...
erin rae + dylan leblanc @ rough trade nyc
Acclaimed singer/songwriter Erin Rae performed at New York City’s Rough Trade on June 19th, opening for Dylan LeBlanc. Rae recently released an EP of demos off last year’s record, Putting On Airs. In front of an audience still filing in and getting drinks, Rae was...
whoa dakota @ riot room
On June 29th, one of the most extraordinary voices in up-and-coming pop music visited the patio at Riot Room in Westport. Whoa Dakota (Jesse Ott) entertained in some of the sweatiest weather, the lighting and fan giving the tone a Beyonce effect, while the crowd...
older brother @ the rino
On Tuesday, July 2nd, Older Brother held its debut public performance at The Rino in Kansas City, with support from Ritt Momney and Sex Ed. The trio - comprised of siblings Jake, Jordan, and Brooke - absolutely stunned with their vocal talents. The music was simple,...
harris breyfogle | heart beats
"Heart beats" is a playlist full of sultry sounds. From funky tunes to instrumental jams - this playlist is all about the feels. Curated around my first single "Night In China", this lineup has both an exciting yet sensual quality. The songs on here are cinematic and...
ritt momney @ the rino
On Tuesday, July 2nd, Salt Lake City's up-and-coming indie rock extraordinaire Ritt Momney made an appearance at The Rino in North Kansas City. Sandwiched between two incredible local acts - Sex Ed and Older Brother - Ritt Momney set a tone for excellence. Near the...
bishop briggs @ bonnaroo 2019
We've had our fair share of Bishop Briggs sightings, but to see her in full form, in front of such a giant crowd at Bonnaroo, was absolutely wonderful. Her vocals electrified the audience, who had taken shelter from the heat of the mid-day sun under the tent. Prep for...
the national @ bonnaroo 2019
I've never witnessed a man with such notoriety sip a beer so calmly and pointedly on stage as he stares out at individual faces in the crowd. At least, you get the sense that Matt Berninger is putting a lot of thought into those glances, though perhaps he just has an...
highjak, “mystical”
For fans of David Guetta, Post Malone, Marshmello. Get your “Add to Playlist” button ready: The newest summer dance anthem is found in HighJak’s latest single “Mystical”. Thumping club beats, a heart-stopping EDM bass drop, and a chorus riddled with synth-pop fuse to...
hozier @ bonnaroo 2019
On Saturday, June 15th, Hozier played as the sun set on the third day at Bonnaroo. His carefree style was plastered throughout the crowd, as people spread out at main stage to enjoy the relaxing soundscape. Into the set, he introduced special guest Brandi Carlile, who...
meg myers, “running up that hill”
Los Angeles-based Meg Myers brings her own colorful spirit to this cover of Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill.” The original version is known for its major success in 1985 and a music video that featured a contemporary dance routine performed by Bush herself. On the...