On May 17th, Pappy + Harriet’s in Pioneertown became a heartfelt haven as Los Angeles’ finest, The Altons and Thee Sinseers, brought their Club Heartache Tour to the high desert, with a backdrop against the Joshua trees and dusky rays. Both bands, which are side-projects of one another for some members, brought in a new […]
On a humid Nashville night, Toro y Moi transformed Marathon Music Works into a lush, pulsating dreamscape… a sensory playground where smooth electronica, soulful funk, and shimmering synths melted into one hypnotic live experience. Opening with a surprise set featuring Panda Bear, the evening kicked off at full-throttle. Psychedelic visuals bloomed across giant LED screens […]
G-Eazy lit up the stage at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines as part of his Helium Tour, delivering a high-energy performance that captivated the intimate crowd. The evening featured supporting acts Marc E. Bassy and Goody Grace, each bringing their unique flair to Iowa. Goody Grace kicked off the night with just […]
So, I’ve found over the years that there are two types of concerts. OK, sure, there are probably more, but just go with it for a minute, alright? There are the kinds of shows that leave you wishing you had just stayed home, gotten some snacks, and watched the season finale of Severance and then […]
Released on March 7th, 2025, Kat Hall’s latest single, “You Choose,” is a vibrant, soul-soothing song that delivers more than just good vibes — it’s a call to personal empowerment through intentional living. Known for her fusion of soul, reggae, R&B, and a deep-rooted passion for conscious lyricism, Hall brings her signature authenticity and positivity […]
Rod Wave recently crashed the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, with a star-studded lineup of hip hop and R&B artists. The show lasted well into the night, with six different performers taking the stage throughout the course of the concert. It seems like no coincidence that the last person to play this stadium was Jelly […]
In a music landscape driven by innovation, one name stands out as the collaborator artists are clamoring to work with — Kaytranada. The Haitian-Canadian producer has built a reputation for crafting beats that are incredibly versatile, blending elements of house, funk, R&B, and hip hop. He’s become a go-to producer for artists seeking to elevate […]
The first Pitbull concert I ever attended blew my mind. It was back in 2022 and I expected the audience to be a bunch of elderly millennials and moms, all wanting to get down to Mr. Worldwide like they did back in the early 2000s. Color me shocked when I showed up to a sold-out […]
In 2016, the world was blessed by Anderson .Paak’s critically acclaimed second studio album, Malibu. Since then, he has brought on several projects, like NxWorries with producer Knxwledge, Silk Sonic with Bruno Mars, and his DJ persona Pee.Wee. .Paak has established himself as one of the most critically daring modern musicians. Even with all these […]
If there is anyone who knows music, it’s Joe Boyd. With a career spanning 60-plus years, Boyd is an indisputable legend; he’s has been there, done that, and seen it all. A Harvard grad, Boyd got his start in the music industry tour managing Muddy Waters, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Sonny Rollins, and Stan Getz, and […]
Fun fact, disco isn’t dead. Not only is it alive and well in the hearts of those who lived through the 70s, but it prospers in the younger generations (aka, products of those who lived through the 70s). And funk, soul, and R&B never went anywhere; if anything, they’ve gained momentum since their inception. After […]
The Saturday night of July 20th marked the grand finale of Hiatus Kaiyote’s North American Tour at the Fox Theater in Oakland. Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, this independent band is a master at blending diverse genres — like jazz, R&B, funk, and soul — into something truly magical. The show started with Xinxin, a quartet […]
Cage The Elephant — formed in 2006 out of Bowling Green, Kentucky — has carved out a unique niche in rock music with their eclectic blend of garage rock, punk, and blues influences. Flames, flashing LEDs, and lasers were in full force throughout their energetic set at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco. English […]
Day Three of San Diego’s Wonderfront Festival was a fantastic end to the weekend. With beautiful sunny weather, the waterfront venue was the perfect backdrop for a day of music and fun. Although it was Mother’s Day and attendance was a bit lower, the people who did show up were having the time of their […]
On June 4th, T-Pain’s sold-out Mansion In Wiscansin Party made a stop at the Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee, Iowa. This wasn’t merely a night of live music, it was a house party with 2,500 people and elaborate production, curated and hosted by the Nappy Boy himself. With support from up-and-coming rappers from his label, […]
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