Our cameras go behind the scenes, in the photo pits, around the world with amazing musicians. Here’s a glimpse – or snapshot – into that reality.
future islands @ the madrid | kcmo
Future Islands creates synth-pop that helps us to disconnect from reality -- and sometimes become more connected to ourselves. Seeing them live is an experience unto itself, and we were lucky enough to check them out last week on their stop through Kansas City,...
jensen mcrae’s “I don’t know how but they found me!” is heartbreaking, validating, and transformative
While I have listened to folk artist Jensen McRae's sophomore album - which dropped in its entirety on Friday, April 25th - I Don't Know How But They Found Me! in part a few times at this point, I have yet to sit down with the body of work from beginning to end. The...
max mcnown entertained 2 sold out nyc crowds at the unexpected irving plaza
Max McNown sold out two back-to-back nights at the Bowery Ballroom, a triumphant success for any new artist playing NYC. There was, however, just one problem. A certain, then-unnamed artist needed the venue, bumping McNown’s shows on February 11th and 12th over to the...
a working man | a repetitive statham thriller that falls flat
It’s a letdown.
randy ojeda law | sxsw tour diary
Ah, SXSW—the annual pilgrimage where sleep is optional, lines are inevitable.
mýa dazzles audience at t-mobile center, sparking joy, nostalgia, and hope
While every other artist on the planet is pulling back on the reigns and really trying to curate a specific image or brand, there are some artists that have owned their creative space for quite some time. People who are so naturally good at what they do and...
kendrick lamar gives momentum to black history month and the revolution with halftime show
Last night, the Philadelphia Eagles won The Big Game. While there was so much about the game that gave me goosebumps, electrified, and, honestly, inspired, the most exciting part for me - and for many - was the halftime show. For fear of being too petty (re: my...
yola performs at the greene space in NYC
We loved getting to spend a night with Yola at her event for the Grammy Museum! Taking place at WNYC’s Greene Space, we spent a cold, bitter night being warmed by Yola’s presence. Performing songs off her new EP, My Way, Yola took time to open up about her life, her...
dickie’s “shakes you” won’t rattle your confidence
Dick Prall is a sentimental man. The Iowa-based indie rock singer-songwriter has been going by the nickname his mother affectionately knew him by, Dickie, for the last decade as he's unraveled his genius on the world. His talents have led him in a variety of...
7 easy gifts for your touring musician
Traveling can truly take its toll on a person. And when you're a traveling musician, it throws you off your routine for weeks -- sometimes years -- at a time. Creating an environment that relaxes and nourishes you and your tourmates is paramount in maintaining...