On the vibrant day of November 4th, 2023, the sprawling Oak Canyon Park in Orange County, California, transformed into a punk haven as thousands of fervent punk enthusiasts flocked to experience the third edition of Punk in the Park. The event promised an exhilarating lineup of more than 30 incredible bands, a Vans Pro Skate […]
Vera Bloom has an origin story not unlike so many other supremely talented musicians floating around the unforgiving universe known as the music industry. She started immersing herself in music at a young age, first on the piano, hashing out songs and with the encouragement of her father began adding lyrics to her creations. At […]
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 […]
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 […]
Orange County is about to get lit! Let’s get down to business! This is the show to attend with some of the biggest names in music; it will go down in history. Thirty bands, three grand stages going non-stop with adrenaline all weekend long! For the first time, the event will feature a Vans vert […]
It has been a whole half century since David Bowie released his seventh full-length album Pin Ups on October 19th, 1973… and little did he know at the time the best was yet to come. David Bowie, a legend of alternative in his own right, struck gold with Pin Ups: a collection of cover songs, […]
On September 22nd, an inspiring and heartfelt benefit show was held at Aquarius Bar and Grille in San Diego to rally support for Sue Burns Olson, a cherished member of the Sun Drenched Vibes community who is courageously battling breast cancer. The event was organized with the primary aim of raising funds to cover the […]
Big Yen, a San Diego-based trio, is a band with a name that carries a profound meaning. Rooted in Chinese culture, “Yen” translates to a lifelong yearning or desire, and on their latest release, aptly and uniquely titled Punkadelic, Big Yen intends to utilize music to ignite a similar desire within its listeners. With a […]
As the sun shone brightly in the cloudless sky on the second day of the 2023 Dry Diggings festival, the Gold Country Fairgrounds and Event Center in Auburn, California, continued to pulsate with the rhythm of reggae music. Day two brought a wave of excitement, heartfelt moments, and stellar performances that left festival-goers buzzing with […]
On the memorable evening of September 5th, the City National Grove of Anaheim was set ablaze with the fiery performances of Flogging Molly and their supporting acts, the Vandoliers and The Bronx. This night would leave an indelible mark on the hearts of all who attended. Kicking off the festivities, the Vandoliers, hailing from the […]
One of the best parts about writing music reviews is that no one can judge you for obsessively playing the same song or album over and over again. Thankfully, I had this excuse when listening to Bumpin Uglies’ acoustic album, Underdog: The Acoustic Sessions. I may have even listened to the original track sandwiched between the […]
In a world too often filled with division and disconnection, music still holds on to an incredible power to beat down barriers and bring people of all backgrounds together. With his latest project — Crossed Heart Clothing Presents: Pop Punk Goes Reggae, Vol. 1 — Nathan Aurora of Iya Terra has managed to create a […]
“Shattered,” the latest single by Bad Cop Bad Cop, is an uplifting anthem that weaves together themes of struggle, resilience, and the power of unity. Written by front woman and total bad ass, Stacey Dee, the song is a heartfelt reminder that even in our darkest moments, we are not alone in our pain. With […]
FivePoint Amphitheater in Irvine, California, was set ablaze as punk rock veterans Sum 41, Simple Plan, and The Offspring stormed the stage, delivering an unforgettable performance that had the entire venue on their feet, singing, jumping, and moshing to their heart’s content. The energy was infectious, the music was electrifying, and all three pop punk […]
The St. Louis Music Park was primed for an upheaval, and an upheaval it received. A tempest was unleashed upon the outdoor amphitheater that day, and it went by the name of YUNGBLUD. The air crackled with anticipation as the opening acts, Games We Play and The Regrettes, laid the groundwork with their youthful vigor. […]
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