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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...
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...