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lucy dacus @ webster hall
On December 5th, the legendary Lucy Dacus played Webster Hall in New York City. She dazzled the crowd with her talents, and dazzled our camera lens with her grace. Check out some highlights below! Keep up with Lucy Dacus here.
draag, “ghost leak”
This week, Draag released the new music video for their first single, ambient track "Ghost Leak". The song itself, as explained by the band, is about "the feeling of being completely invisible and inconsequential." They take the meaning a step further with the video,...
nostalgia in music: the great unifier
I’m a nostalgic person by nature. This time of year brings out all the memory triggers – smells, sights, yearly movies, conversations with family. Thinking back on the gifts I’ve gotten through the years, the most memorable often include music. As a kid, my cousins...
ollie trevers, cordelia
Still haven't decided on that perfect music selection for the quiet moments amidst the madness of the holidays? That's OK.London-based singer/songwriter Ollie Trevers has swooped in with a win for you, boasting five incredibly beautiful tracks on his new EP Cordelia....
elizabeth’s favorite shows of 2019: don’t threaten me with a good time
2019 has seen a plethora of music come through Kansas City, both large tours and one-off intimate shows. We are fortunate to live in an area that attracts artists of all musical genres. Two of the shows I enjoyed most this year were Panic! At The Disco (February 2,...
the orange kyte, carousel
On December 13th, Irish-Canadian collective The Orange Kyte unveiled their latest offering, Carousel. Resplendent in nature, the album is a well-rounded ball of energy, bringing the band's specific brand of psych to the masses without missing a (literal) beat....
boston manor @ davey’s uptown rambler’s club
On December 13th, Boston Manor headlined an energetic show at Davey's Uptown Rambler's Club in Kansas City, MO. Photographer Ashleigh Lee caught some highlights exclusively for us! Keep up with Boston Manor here.
nadia vaeh, “holidazed & confused”
It's the holidays, so we're all thinking about family and togetherness. (For the most part... and we understand the aversion as well, perhaps, sometimes.) And sometimes -- if we're being honest -- the holidays make it way more difficult for people to keep their shit...
stimmerman, goofballs
It's been out for a hot second, but Stimmerman -- the songwriting project of storied bassist and producer Eva Lawitts -- recently released their debut 12-track full-length, Goofballs. High energy -- even scattered, at times -- this collection of tracks feels...
our favorite music videos of december 2019
The holidays are fast approaching, but the music industry is not showing any signs of slowing down on new releases. We're keeping some new music videos close as our favorite new visuals, and want to share them with you. (As if it's new... been doing it for a while...
lesibu grand, “runnin’ round”
Atlanta-based rock collective Lesibu Grand is comin' atcha hot with a new music video for their single "Runnin' Round" today, and we have the exclusive premiere. The video matches the energy of the track, bringing in quite a number of humorous shenanigans from the...
alec baker, “lava pool”
If you're looking for a tranquil soundscape, decorated with smooth, Swedish vocals, then Alec Baker's "Lava Pool" is next to throw on your short list. (Or just trust us and add it to your "vibes" playlist for the season.) And if you've ever been in a situation where...
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crywolf, “adah” [fawn official video]
"Adah" is Act I of the short film "WIDOW" by Crywolf. It is both a music video and an ominous, dark vignette from this incredible talent. Spoken poetry, with dark visuals and an established intensity that rivals classic horror films. What the artists involved have...
talker, “learning the feeling”
Burgeoning artist Talker releases her new music video for single "Learning the Feeling" today, and we've been anticipating this release for quite some time. We were lucky enough to speak with Talker in our podcast this year, and we're thrilled with the new music she's...
a december to remember: goodbye to another decade!
This is truly going to be a December to remember, and I'm sorry if that makes this soundtrack feel like an end of year car savings spectacular. Normally, this time of year brings with it more of a peaceful quiet in the music industry, as everyone slows down for some...
the wrecks, “fvck somebody”
Pop rock collective The Wrecks have just released a new party ballad, for lack of a more accurate term. Smooth, cavalier vocals with quite the impressive range, the song maintains its fun disposition despite the interesting topic choice. Regardless of how you feel...
eyedress, “jealous”
Eyedress' new video for "Jealous" visually matches its audio counterpart, as it is equal parts west coast surf/skate rock and 60s-inspired psych, all culminated in a video that brings with it a very specific vintage appeal. It looks like a Nirvana throwback, 90s MTV...
myoa, “you’re my christmas wish” ft. rukus
Ever the optimist, songstress MYOA releases her latest single "You're My Christmas Wish" today, and we have the exclusive premiere. From her smooth-as-honey vocals to the crisp, clean production on this gorgeous new holiday track, you'll find yourself warming up to...