Sir Sly has never been a band of convention. Since its inception in 2012, the alternative trio consisting of Landon Jacobs, Jason Suwito, and Hayden Coplen, has defied traditional musical formulas. Gaining initial attention through Hype Machine and releasing their debut album nearly a year and a half later, …
Read More »Cloud Castle Lake To Kick Off North American Headlining Tour
Dublin four-piece Cloud Castle Lake bring their unique blend of ethereal indie folk and vibrant post-rock to Los Angeles at the Hotel Cafe on January 29th, the start of a five-city US headlining tour. Set to release a debut full-length album produced by Rob Kirwan in spring 2018, the band …
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Gallery & Review: Julien Baker at The Fillmore in San Francisco
Indie singer-songwriter Julien Baker brought her “Turn Out The Lights” tour to The Fillmore, San Francisco’s historic music venue. Joined by openers Adam Torres and Half Waif, Baker treated the audience to her quintessentially intimate and fiercely beautiful style. The almost barren stage was a fitting complement to Baker’s performance: …
Read More »Gallery and Review: A R I Z O N A at Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco, CA 09/15/17
Electropop group A R I Z O N A brought a rousing, refreshingly sincere set to The Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco. The rapidly rising band sold out two shows in one night in a matter of minutes, and the anticipation was palpable in the at-capacity venue. The excited buzz …
Read More »Interview & Gallery: Coast Modern at The Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco, CA
If a psychedelic 60s house party spontaneously appeared in the middle of the tropical jungle, Coast Modern is what you would hear thumping through the brightly colored walls. Mixing trippy, vibrant melodies with laidback lyrics, the indie pop duo have forged a bubbly, iridescent sound that has caught the ear …
Read More »Album Review: The Glorious Sons – Young Beauties and Fools
Canadian rockers The Glorious Sons released their second studio album “Young Beauties and Fools” through record label Black Box Music today. Since the release of their first record in 2014, The Glorious Sons have amassed thousands of streams, a trend set to continue if their newest release is any indication. …
Read More »Album Review: Barns Courtney – The Attractions of Youth
Barns Courtney is a man on fire. The rising British rocker’s debut album “The Attractions of Youth” dropped this week, impressing with a gritty mix of thumping drums and commanding vocals. Currently set to open for The Kooks on their summer US tour, Courtney is sure to turn heads with …
Read More »Single Feature: Ozark Henry’s “A Dream That Never Stops”
Ozark Henry has never been one to play it safe. Since the mid-90s, the Belgian singer and composer has established an impressive discography of innovative, genre-bending tracks. From experimental electronica to symphonic pop to producing an entire album of groundbreaking immersive sound, Henry has continually pushed the boundaries of what …
Read More »Exclusive: LEO Premieres “On My Mind”
Adelaide synth-pop group LEO shared an exclusive premiere of new track “On My Mind” today with Music Existence, ahead of its official August 23rd release. The dreamy single has the band staying true to form, with an ethereal arrangement sure to delight fans and newcomers alike. Check out the song …
Read More »Interview: Ally Ryan
Though Ally Ryan dropped her debut single “Wasted” earlier this spring, the lively young singer is far from new to the music scene. Years of vocal lessons and writing experience paid off in 2016, when Ryan joined forces with Clinton Sparks in 2016 to pen “Waves”, Kat Deluna’s hit single. …
Read More »Interview: Carl Gershon
Carl Gershon is no stranger to the music scene. Graduating from Northwestern University with a degree in film and minor in music production, Gershon went on to hone his skills at New York’s School of Audio Engineering. With experience scoring internationally distributed films and touring as a lead guitarist under his …
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