Atlanta-based rapper Gunna, known for his melodic flow and laid-back style, released his latest project, a Gift & a Curse, in the midst of controversy surrounding his recent Plea deal. Finding himself in legal ties with YSL’s RICO case, Gunna spews in his new music the pressures between the music industry …
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Naysayers who believe power pop isn’t capable of communicating serious musical art will have their dubious theorizing put to the test by Little Hurt’s Lovely Hours. Make no mistake, however; songwriter Colin Dieden isn’t writing high-flown flowery poetry. The lyrics for Lovely Hours’ ten cuts are gritty, sometimes profane, ribald, and …
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Boston, Massachusetts’ Clash Bowley is a case study in music’s appeal. He gigged, wrote, and recorded music during the mid-70s before opting to leave the music world in favor of presumably greener pastures. It’s safe to say that there were many times after that when he never envisioned returning to …
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Born in New York, but North Carolina raised, rapper Toosii reflects on his turbulent past through the release of his newest project, debut album, NAUJOUR. The album, featuring melodic production and exciting verses from the likes of 21 Savage and Future, is a full recollection of Toosii’s past upbringing, relationships, …
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As soon as the opening number “Highway Daydream” kicks off, you realize that they fall into that small and elite group of bands that makes music that doesn’t go out of fashion. And it stays in style because it was never in manner. Now, wait! Before you send me decease …
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Canadian singer-songwriter Leith Ross‘ star is rising with the release of their debut album, To Learn, out everywhere on May 19. The Ottawa-born, Winnipeg-based folk artist bares their vulnerabilities on the record, which explores in intimate detail themes of love, healing, and self-discovery. It’s a mature departure from their 2020 …
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Come set sail across the “Sea of Sorrow”— the latest offering from Los Angeles shoegaze rock band, Tombstones In Their Eyes, cast listeners along on their jaunting voyage. This full-length album follows the release of their 2022 EP A Higher Place and features some of frontman John Treanor’s favorite creations …
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When listening to The Quest by Clash Bowley for the first time, one is immediately struck by just how much he sounds a lot like Bauhaus’ Peter Murphy. He has one of those affected, menacing voices that grabs your attention tightly. There is an overall eeriness to this twelve-song set that …
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Though Americana isn’t known for boasting the beastliest beats around, that didn’t stop Mike Stinson and Johnny Irion from riddling their new album Working My Way Down with some of the more provocative grooves you will find on either side of the country this April. In tracks like the enigmatic “Only Friend …
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Powerhouse Canadian rock duo Crown Lands embark on a new chapter of their unfolding story with sophomore album, Fearless. The Juno award-winning band consists of Cody Bowles (vocals and drums) and Kevin Comeau (guitar, bass, and keys)—the pair boasting an impressive catalogue and an even more impressive and formidable sound …
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Earlier this year Cradle of Filth and DevilDriver announced the first leg of their “Double Trouble Live” tour and stopped by The Observatory in Santa Ana, CA on March 11th. This particular show was the first one the tour to sell out and in less than 3 days! Along for the ride are …
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Last December The Flaming Lips announced “An Evening With” and promised a night that gives their loyal fans a healthy dose of songs that span their whole career. Seven shows that started in Vancouver, BC and ended in Santa Barbara, CA. This particular night was at the House of Blues …
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