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byland’s “two circles” video is a blend of artfully hopeful and haunting
In March, indie darling duo Byland - comprised of husband/wife talents Alie and Jake Byland - released their entrancing, 10-track full-length Heavy For A While. One of our favorites was a very emotional track for Alie, titled "Two Circles." The music video was...
“on this hill” – the latest from t-pain – is a thought-provoking, emotional ride
It is basically a prerequisite that you must love T-Pain if you work with imperfect Fifth. Whether you enjoy his vocal stylings - autotuned or his incredible natural vocal range -, his entrepreneurial brain, or his giggle, there is something about him that is so...
maddie zahm’s irving plaza show was an intricate, inspired, emotional event
Inspiring and electric.
danielia cotton’s spin on “kiss an angel good mornin'” is fresh for summertime
Genre-bending Americana artist Danielia Cotton is squaring up to release a tribute EP titled Charley’s Pride: Songs from a Black Cowboy Vol. I. In anticipation of that, she is sharing songs from the release in the lead-up. The first single came on Charley Pride's...
guitar center hosts rockwalk honoring gary clark jr.
On May 1st, well-known Los Angeles Broadcast Music Journalist Nic Harcourt made a very special induction into the Guitar Center RockWalk. The Guitar Center in Hollywood hosted the special private event honoring four-time Grammy® Award Winner Gary Clark Jr. After the...
the dandy warhols @ webster hall
The Dandy Warhols’ album release week swept New York City in March. With shows at Elsewhere, Gonzos, and Webster Hall, the Dandy Warhols introduced Rockmaker to the world. The Warhols’ Webster Hall show was epic, and is captured in the pictures below.
ajr leaves jaws on the floor after energetic takeover of t-mobile center
4.19.24 in KCMO
kiss bang shares their love for sxsw… and their atx bucket list food destination
Modern pop outfit Kiss Bang is forever imprinted onto our minds as exceptionally fun convention/festival-goers. The duo took to the @imperfectfifth Instagram account during SXSW 2024 to give us a glimpse into their spring break fun. Not to mention the fact that they...
ferry townes’ new audible treat “t.g.f.k.” is a stupid cute ode to friendship
Julia Gargano is a mad talented singer-songwriter hailing from Staten Island. Her musical project, Ferry Townes - a clear homage to the Staten Island Ferry - blends her effortlessly sultry vocals with thoughtful lyrics and stand-out melodies. (I mean, if you have yet...
“but holy shit we had to wait 4 hours outside”| a post-sxsw chat with dvtr
While SXSW 2024 was too fast and too wild for many of us, Montreal-based duo DVTR - expertly comprised of Demi Lume and Jean-Cimon Tellier - kept us guessing during their fun takeover. Always ones to engage an audience, we deeply enjoy their humor and urge you to go...
the miracle of finding parking | a post-sxsw chat with bad bad hats
they truly took over
deconstructing demetri martin: demetri deconstructed
Demetri Martin released a new Netflix special on Tuesday, the first of two to be released on the streamer this year. Before it had been out for 24 hours, I watched it twice. For those who knew me 10-15 years ago, this hardly comes as a shock. My family enjoyed his...
liz miele’s standup special murder sheets is necessary entertainment
vulnerable, dark, self-deprecating, and joyful
byland’s heavy for a while will actually leave you feeling free
With her first, deep inhale at the top of the title track - which just so happens to be the first on Byland's new release, Alie Byland signals a deep sigh of relief for us all. "Heavy For A While" is the vulnerable, soft intro to this 10-track masterpiece release,...
of montreal just released a floral-forward video alongside new audioscape “yung hearts bleed free”
It's not difficult to hear the varying inspirations of Montreal (aka Kevin Barnes - he/she/they) so expertly pull together in what can only be called their new audioscape. "Yung Hearts Bleed Free" changes tempo - and complete feeling - a couple of times. This is a...
examining erasure and groundbreaking art in searching for augusta savage
As more nostalgia topics have cropped up since the beginning of the - let's admit it at this point - ongoing pandemic, PBS has been top of mind for so many people who were able to grow up - or raise their children - with its expanse of knowledge ringing throughout...
“dreamspeak” by nisa is a relatable, sad yet comforting, audible treasure
Alongside its artful visual comes the new track "Dreamspeak" from genre-bending artist Nisa. The song itself comes across as hyper-aware, but of whom, you can only guess. Explains Nisa: "'Dreamspeak' is about the push-and-pull of wanting to fit in while growing tired...
samantha fish & jesse dayton make the crowd go wild at the truman | kcmo
I'm not sure I could think of a better pairing than the indelible Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton. Luckily, not only did they partner on a phenomenal album titled Death Wish Blues, but they are currently touring together with their incredibly unique styles of...