SEMA Fest 2023: Day One

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 […]

Seventeen months in the making: The story behind Katastro’s “Good Time”

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 […]

Sharpen your eyeliner before heading to Las Vegas for next years WWWY fest

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 […]

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 […]

Bela Pierce takes San Diego on evocative musical journey

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 […]

Andy Grammer concludes 2023 national tour at home in LA

Concluding his nationwide tour of joy and optimism, Andy Grammer graced the stage at the Ace Hotel Theatre on the 2nd of November, radiating positivity that had become synonymous with his performances throughout the U.S. The evening began with Patrick Martin setting the stage alight with his inspiring set. As a young artist, Martin effortlessly […]

The healing of the (KATASTRO) nation

“Good Time”, the highly anticipated single from Katastro, dropped today and features Jared Watson and Duddy B, using vocals Andy Chaves recorded at the Dirty Heads studio in Orange County just days before his untimely death on May 12th last year. The first music of any kind released by Katastro since Sucker in 2021, the […]

When We Were Young: October 21, 2023

The anticipation, the excitement, the expectations… is this really happening? The 2023 When We Were Young Festival lineup is something all punk and emo music fans from the 2000s would love. The only way to arrive at the fairgrounds was by Uber or Lyft. I got dropped off there at 12 PM, hoping to catch […]

Boys like Girls slays in Madison, WI for first time in ten years

As the chilly October night descended upon Madison, Wisconsin, The Sylvee transformed into a pulsating epicenter of pop-punk energy. Headlined by the iconic Boys Like Girls, the concert promised a trip down memory lane with support from the talented State Champs, The Summer Set, and the dynamic Lolo. The result was an unforgettable evening that […]

Menlo Park has nostalgic night of music thanks to Michelle Branch

On the evening of Sunday, October 15th, 2023, Menlo Park’s Guild Theatre was ablaze with excitement as Michelle Branch graced the stage for her Trouble With Fever Tour. The venue was packed to capacity, and this being my inaugural visit, I had no prior expectations. To my delight, I found convenient street parking just outside, […]

Cali Vibes announces one-of-a-kind lineup for 2024

In an electrifying announcement, Goldenvoice has unveiled the stellar lineup for the highly anticipated Cali Vibes Music Festival 2024. Taking place on Presidents’ Day weekend, from February 16th to 18th, 2024, at the stunning Marina Green Park in Long Beach, California, this festival promises to be a celebration of music, culture, and the vibrant spirit […]

Reggae Rise Up – Las Vegas 2023: Day Two

A musical mirage in the desert, turned Reality hit hard in Las Vegas, a city known for its neon lights and lively entertainment. Downtown Las Vegas became the backdrop for a mellower kind of magic as the Reggae Rise Up festival took center stage for day two in Sin City. The festival started with Ocean Beach’s, […]

Reggae Rise Up – Las Vegas 2023: Day One

Reggae music lovers from across the nation converged on the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center on October 6, 2023, for the highly-anticipated Reggae Rise Up Las Vegas festival. The day kicked off under the desert sun with temperatures soaring to a sweltering 88 degrees, but the heat couldn’t deter the passionate crowd eager to immerse […]

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 […]

davvn’s “Care Less” destined for your next playlist

It’s been an awesome year of music for alternative pop duo davvn. After a successful string of singles which include “2002”, “Depressed in Heaven” and “Anybody Else?” The band continues to expand their repertoire of hits with their latest single, “Care Less.” This track serves as a passive-aggressive anthem for those who strive to people […]