Oh, what a wonderful Cruel World it was! Presented by Goldenvoice, this nostalgic New Wave fest graced Pasadena’s Rose Bowl on Saturday, May 14th (with the same lineup repeating the next day). Arriving midday, Christian Death was already rocking the side stage, while Sextile was crushing the main Outsiders Stage. Despite the heat, people were […]
As a next generation New Wave kid, when Goldenvoice announced a brand new festival for late Spring of 2020, my little black heart was overjoyed. Morrissey, Bauhaus, Echo & The Bunnymen — need I say more?! Cruel World was going to envelop my entire Spotify and Pandora streaming life, all into one day. And, then, […]
Reggae is relatable anywhere. Take it from island reggae band Pipe Down, strumming sweet and sultry reggae tunes on a snow-covered Lake Tahoe mountaintop wearing a Hawaiian T-shirt. It doesn’t get much cooler than that… well, except for the fact that the official video for the track is premiering exclusively today on Top Shelf Music! […]
Reggae trap artist Rick Haze pairs with The Movement’s Gary Dread in this new video by Raised Fist Propaganda. Talk about an all star collaboration! As Haze laments he’s “so sick and tired” of the lies and deceit, Dread brings the roots vibes till the “fat lady sings”. They’re “running”, but where exactly are they […]
Dub reggae outfit Island Head premieres the beautiful lyric video for their “Blue Butterfly” single today only on Top Shelf Music! The somber yet inspiring track is an ode to Kyle Messinetti, son of lead singer Will Messinetti, who was taken from this earth too soon by an unfortunate overdose. A tragedy turned eloquent eulogy […]
Some shows take you by surprise, no matter how prepared you are for them. I’ve been a fan of Car Seat Headrest for years now… having seen them only once, opening up for Death Cab at the Hollywood Bowl. I went to that show specifically for CSH back in the summer of 2019 and remember […]
The story continues! The much-anticipated next installment of The Sweet Things‘ antics are captured in this world premiere of “Ya Know I Don’t Mind”. The single, out on all digital outlets as of May 2nd via Wendigo Productions NYC/Spaghetty Town Records, is the second taste off the band’s forthcoming Brown Leather album — the first […]
Hang with the boys of The Irie? Yes, please. Based off the new wickedly vivacious video by the band, a night with them is anything but ordinary. Waking up all over the floor (and Johnny even on the furniture), The Irie comes to after a long night of partying with babes… at least, from what […]
It’s 4/20, folks!! You know what that means — time to take it a bit slower. StoneTribe is here to help with that, revealing the highly-anticipated music video for their enticing “Island Time” single, a track released summer of last year. Not only that, but Top Shelf Music has the sneak peek before the video […]
It’s double trouble! Hot on the heels of SkillinJah‘s and Rick Haze’s Dancehall Time Machine album release comes yet another fire collaboration — this time in video form! The two rising reggae icons pair quite well: one with a traditional dancehall vibe and the other, well, if trap and reggae had a baby, it would […]
Enigmatic artist Anastasia Elliot returns with the third offering off her forthcoming LP, A Petite Mort — a concept album on life, love, loss and rebirth. Known for her colorfully curated style and appearance, Elliot pairs music with visual artistry, creating immersive experiences for her listeners both on and off the stage. Now, with the […]
It was a rainy Monday night in San Diego on March 28th — the kind that scares SoCalians into little balls on the couch with sweatpants and Thai food. Yet, before this epic storm, I had heard that one half of the majestic comedic rock band, Tenacious D, was to be performing in my town […]
If you’re a reggae lover around St. Petersburg, Florida, you most likely know of a dreadlocked DJ named Badda Skat. How could you miss him?? Between deejaying at local reggae fests and doing pop-ups around town (many during quarantine!!), Badda Skat is simply a main staple of the east coast reggae scene. If you haven’t […]
Reggae rock trio The Irie returns with the world premiere of “Fire in my Head”, featuring Katastro frontman Andy J! Streaming exclusively today only on Top Shelf Music before it hits all digital outlets this Friday, March 25th, “Fire in my Head” is exactly the right kind of vibe for the emerging springtime… and — […]
Zion I Kings return with the world premiere of “Red Gold & Green Dubmarine” single — and video! Get the exclusive first listen (and look) today only on Top Shelf Music before the psychedelic reggae single becomes available on all digital outlets tomorrow. Get ready to ride a dubby, bubbly underwater adventure with Zion I […]
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