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cats, family, donuts: liz miele keeps it personal (and fun!)
We have big-time love for one of our favorites Liz Miele, but some of you might not be as familiar. So, here’s a little run-down. Liz is a stand-up comic with a strong personality and fabulous stage presence. Hailing from New Jersey, she has been active in the comedy...
upcoming releases, sentimentality, and a keen eye may make 2024 the year of keli price
You know that feeling when you sit down for a cup of coffee with an old friend. Someone it's been absolute years since you've gotten to know. Part of you is nervous, but when you sit down and start chatting, the ease of the conversation dissolves all the stress and...
they travel at night release inspired genre-bending release entropy
On Friday, genre-bending duo They Travel at Night - comprised of Chuck Howard and Lou Scanlon - released their debut EP, a 5-track feat named Entropy. Veterans of the industry in their respective rights, Howard and Scanlon's influence is wide-ranging, a fact that is...
matthew squires releases audible gem wrapped in satire, “poor men southeast of portland”
Critically acclaimed Austin-based singer-songwriter Matthew Squires has been releasing thoughtful, meandering audible candy for over a decade now. While his work has taken on many forms, his vocal styling and talented lyricism have remained a constant over the years....
jake johnson’s directorial debut self reliance is a fever panic dream (nightmare?)… and we’re smitten
Run Time: 1hr 25 minsStreaming: HULUGenre: Comedy, Action/Adventure, Thriller, Silly Adventure, Buddy Comedy, MysterySuggested for: People and pets of all ages. Those who love Squid Games, Hunger Games, hunting, etc. Adoring fans of The Pepperwood Chronicles or other...
dan levy’s cinematic masterpiece good grief toys with conflicting emotions and comforts viewers
Dan Levy wrote, directed, and starred in his latest creative endeavor, an incredible feature-length drama (But comedy? And adventure? And love story? And platonic love story?) titled Good Grief. Upon first hearing the idiom used as the title of the film, you can...
walking away from the workweek with the vaccines’ “love to walk away” on full blast
English indie rock outfit The Vaccines - made up of Árni Árnason (bass, vocals), Yoann Intonti (drums), Justin Young (lead vocals, guitars) and Timothy Lanham (guitars, keys, vocals) - dropped a track today that, at first look, could be considered misleading. The...
mouths of babes celebrates life in the sunshine with “world brand new”
positive vibes only
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
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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”
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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,...