Rock, ska, reunions… Coachella changes it up for 2024

We’re living in an era of nostalgia, with even the weirdest fads returning full-force. Reboots of 80s movies are bringing in the most chatter at the box office, while bands that were seemingly forgotten a few years ago are currently selling out tours at numbers never thought plausible. So… it was only a matter of […]

Bottlerock 2024 will blow minds this Memorial Day in Napa Valley

This time of year might have us all snowed-in and snuggly, but it’s also the time of year to plan ahead for all the fun times lurking on the horizon. One such event is the annual BottleRock Festival in Napa Valley, CA — bringing the best of music, food, wine, and more to the forefront […]

2023 albums you shouldn’t have missed: The Aquadolls ‘Charmed’

The Aquadolls debuted their Charmed album over this past year (and yes, it’s named after the popular ‘90s/‘00s TV show). Channeling 80s and 90s vibes, it’s a punk rock-slamming compilation of smooth, yet gritty guitar riffs… very reminiscent of The Breeders and Sonic Youth. It’s a pinnacle album, featuring females than can rock out like […]

John E Vistic unleashes haunting EP ‘HUMANZ ARE BASTARDZ’

Recently unveiled by the award-winning London-born (raised in Australia) songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, John E Vistic, is a masterful collective of music that beckons the world to immerse itself in a unique blend of punk, rock and roll, and alt-country. With a storied presence at festivals like Rebellion, Camp Bestival, Glastonbury, and Latitude, Vistic has carved […]

An empowering night hits Youngstown, OH thanks to Rock Resurrection Tour

On November 17th, the Covelli Centre in Youngstown, Ohio, became the epicenter of a musical extravaganza as the Rock Resurrection Tour took the stage, featuring powerhouse performances by Saint Asonia, Theory of a Deadman, and Christian rock sensation Skillet. The concert was a sonic journey that left the audience on their feet and craving more. Kicking […]

Reliving the past 2 decades with Story of the Year

On a crisp November evening in San Diego, music enthusiasts gathered at the Observatory North Park for a trip down memory lane with Story of The Year, as they celebrated the 20th anniversary of their breakout album Page Avenue. The highly anticipated 20 Years of Page Ave tour promised a nostalgic journey, featuring a full […]

R.E.M. celebrates 25 years of ‘Up’ with deluxe album re-release

1998… oh, what a year in music. While bubblegum pop ramps up for the teeny-boppers, alt rock is at an all-time high on the airwaves, dominating the Top 40 for the most part. Among the heavy-hitters of the genre, really titans of the entire rock industry, was R.E.M. — a band that need no introduction. […]

A Nashville night with Nick Cave is just what we needed

In the hallowed halls of Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, a captivating evening of music would forever change my musical tastes. Nick Cave, the enigmatic and revered icon of alt rock music, graced the legendary stage alongside Radiohead bassist, Colin Greenwood. After the first song “Girl In Amber”, Nick Cave would take a moment to address the […]

Catching up with Everclear’s Art Alexakis

Everclear is a driving force in the rock alternative music world and has dedicated their lives to what they love for 3 decades. Their true tenacity and grit have proven to inspire fans and artists all over the world, even more so today with their new album ready to come out swinging for the new […]

Reminiscing with Passafire

2023 has been a big year for the progressive-reggae-rock band, Passafire. Not only are the guys celebrating twenty years as a band, they also achieved the musical accomplishment every band strives for, performing a sold out show at the iconic Red Rocks stage in Colorado for the first time this past August. Not to mention, […]

MNERVA’s new single, “Detox” ft. davvn helps heal heartbreak

It might be getting close to winter but Nashville’s alternative rock music scene is heating up with the latest single, “Detox,” a heartfelt collaboration between two talented musicians, MNERVA and alt pop duo davvn.. This emotional track is a cathartic journey through the tumultuous aftermath of a two-year relationship, as described by MNERVA: “I wrote […]