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 […]
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 […]
Indie-pop sensation, Jeremy Zucker graced the stage and brought an electric wave of emotion at The Warfield Theater in San Francisco as part of his Is Nothing Sacred? tour. The stage was set with two large screens on either side of a circular platform. As the lights dimmed, the screens illuminated with light visuals that […]
Nashville, Tennessee, being known as a mecca for music in the United States, there seems to be a never ending amount of singer/songwriters popping up here on an endless loop. Many become interchangeable and indistinguishable from one another and while many are decent enough singers, I don’t often find most of them to be memorable. […]
Nashville indie folk/pop singer-songwriter Kendall Bowser invites listeners on a soul-stirring journey with her latest EP, Sober Truths released on November 3rd. The five-track collection is an exploration of love, loss, and the intricate web of emotions that linger in the aftermath of a broken relationship. The song “Got Away” sets the tone for the […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well, it almost was, being two days before Thanksgiving 2023. But to world-class violinist Lindsey Stirling, the holidays are something to be celebrated all year long, evidenced in her two yuletide albums Warmer in the Winter and her latest Snow Waltz. If there is one person that […]
On the evening of November 22, 2023, San Francisco became the epicenter of a musical journey that traversed indie electronica, high-energy shoe-shaking, and the infectious charm of We Are Scientists in the intimate venue, The Independent. The night kicked off with a hometown welcome for New Diplomat, San Francisco natives who have recently made waves […]
The year — 1997. The grade — second. In my short amount of life, I happen to have in my possession three compact discs to date, entities quickly replacing cassette tapes in the music world. Those albums were that of Ace of Base, Spice Girls, and — the CD cherished most among them all — […]
The fans were certainly fed with endless pop songs during the Nashville pitstop of Kim Petras’ Feed the Beast World Tour. From the playful costume changes to the intricately choreographed dancing, Petras offered a well-rounded evening of artistry. The night of dancing began with a DJ set by Alex Chapman. The lively performance took place […]
As the sun dipped below the horizon on day two of SEMA Fest 2023, the festival grounds buzzed with anticipation for another night of musical magic. The small stage continued to be a breeding ground for emerging talent, while the main stage welcomed a lineup that promised to elevate the energy to new heights. Day […]
The inaugural SEMA Fest 2023 day one proved to be an awesome festival with a something for everyone to enjoy. This extravaganza celebrated car culture, music, and all things automotive with an unmatched level of energy and enthusiasm. Drawing inspiration from iconic names and brands, SEMA Fest transformed into the ultimate automotive playground, captivating a […]
It’s been a little over two weeks since Katastro dropped their first release since Sucker, a single memorializing Andy Chaves’ legacy using vocals he recorded days before his untimely death. The sanguine “Good Time” took almost a year and a half from start to finish– a journey punctuated by intense emotional reprieve and completed through […]
In a revelation that has reverberated through the emo community, the highly anticipated When We Were Young festival is poised to make its triumphant return for its third installment on October 19, 2024. Enthusiasts of the emo genre and music aficionados alike will gather at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds in Las Vegas, NV, for […]
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 […]
Bela Pierce is a rising star in the world of music, and she recently graced the Southern California leg of Baby Jake’s Aren’t We Ever Going To Be More Than Friends Tour with her captivating presence. Top Shelf Music had the privilege of not only experiencing her live performance but also delving into the intriguing […]
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