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Guest In The Car – “Music For The Kids”
Guest In The Car are a brand new 4-piece band based out of London, UK. “Music For The Kids” is their debut single, released independently last month. The track contains…
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Q&A: Big Bill
Big Bill are an Austin-based punk/art-rock band with a taste for the eclectic. The project was founded by brothers Eric and Cody Braden, and over the last decade has transformed…
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Q&A: Poor Effort – “HMRC”
Poor Effort is the brainchild of Salford-based Matty Dagger. The project can be coined as “punk poetry” as it contains plenty of spoken word and witty musings derived from real-life…
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ii – Save Us
“Save Us” is the latest track from ii. While heavy and backed by a cloud of emotion, it has a slow swell and concludes with a glitchy effect that almost…
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Re:flectors – Re:love EP
New EP Re:love by The Re:flectors dropped last month in June and the trajectory is a fun, upbeat playful release. The songs maintain a brisk backing melody while vocally reassuring…
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Show Review: Chicano Batman (Open Air Theater, 6/28/2024)
Chicano Batman played Open Air Theater in San Diego in support of their 5th studio album “Notebook Fantasy” which came out March 29th of this year. This show was their…
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Wieuca – Truth Management
Georgia rockers Wieuca have a range of influences that stretch far and wide across genres, and maybe that’s why I can really appreciate what they have composed to become a…
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Corridor – Mimi
Corridor are a band that give us a new spin on the typical post-punk sound you hear today by melding with other genres and experimental patches. In their latest album, Mimi,…
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King Krule – SHHHHHHH! EP
King Krule’s recent release is one I’ve long awaited for. Those unreleased songs only ’heard of’ are here on a short, 4-track EP. Krule’s been known to distribute EPs of…
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Modern Failure – “I Don’t Think I’ll Ever Get It”
One of Modern Failure’s recent singles, titled “I Don’t Think I’ll Ever Get It” is one of those “phases of life” songs; by the end of it you’ll have contemplated…
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Killer Kowalski – GUNK EP
Killer Kowalski will instantly remind you of old school punk bands like The Sex Pistols and The Clash, while at the same time having a fresh sound comparable to modern…
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Dean Blunt (Ft. Panda Bear, Vegyn) – “DOWNER”
Dean Blunt is back at it and on the hustle again! (But like, when is he NOT?!) My fixation over Dean Blunt began when I was introduced to some of his…
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Moloch/Monolyth – How Strange It Is To Miss You When You’re Right Here Next To Me
I’m excited to share a release from April with you guys that’s really set the chipper vibe for me as the days begin to warm up. Allow me to introduce…
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Boys Life – Boxes
When I think of Midwest emo, my go to band that comes to mind isn’t one most often guessed. Having realized they’ve somewhat solemnly been heard of, possibly because their…
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Cindy Lee – Diamond Jubilee (Soda Bar, 4/19/2024)
Cindy Lee is the solo project of Patrick Flegel who has been releasing music under the moniker since 2018. Diamond Jubilee, their latest album, caused noise in the indie-sphere as…
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Artist Spotlight: Graves-13
Graves-13 are an emo/alternative rock band from Pico Rivera, CA. The band is comprised of cousins Anthony Perez (vocals/guitar) and Jonny Pizarro (bass) who have been playing together since 2013.…
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Unofficial SXSW 2024 Coverage: Greg Freeman
Greg Freeman from Burlington, VT is one of the leading voices in the music scene of his hometown. Once you see him live it is easy to see why. He…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: La Sécurité
La Sécurité from Montreal were the “secret guest” at the Sahara Lounge’s second annual Desert Oasis Showcase. The band’s signature sexy, post-punk sound translated well to their in-person performance, as…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: O.
The two-piece O. is a perfect example of a project that wouldn’t have came together if it weren’t for the pandemic. They formed their own bubble in London during the…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: The Belair Lip Bombs
The quirky name of Melbourne-based band The Belair Lip Bombs was inspired by a model of vintage skateboard wheel from the 80s. While the vocals from frontwoman Maisie Everett have…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: The Spits
A band formed in Kalamozoo, MI were the closing band to play the Boogie Weekend showcase on Tuesday at SXSW. They left their soiled mark on everyone in the audience.…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: The Octopus Project – Sasquatch Sunset
The Octopus Project are a household name for anyone who is well-versed in psych-pop music of the early 2000s. That is why it was especially exciting to find out they…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: Friko
There is an energy in the city of Chicago that is unmissable, unmistakable. It’s how a band like Friko exist. The band played their first set of South By with…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: Wishy
Wishy from Indianapolis closed out the Midwest House on the Sunday night before South By music showcases officially began. The five-piece played a strong set that built in intensity as…
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SXSW 2024 Coverage: Diet Lite
The Sunday night showcase at Midwest House had a strong start with Diet Lite, out of Milwaukee. The crowd was captivated by the sheer amount of energy the band transmitted…
