Hermosa Beach isn’t just another sleepy surf town — it’s hallowed ground for punk rock. Long before punk became a global movement, bands like Black Flag, Descendents, and Circle Jerks were blasting through the walls of garages and DIY venues, redefining what it meant to be loud, fast, and unapologetically raw. Now, decades later, the […]
The rare winter storms sweeping Florida and the rest of the Southeast United States this year may make warm weather feel like a distant memory, but there is a beacon of good vibes and sunshine rapidly approaching in the Tampa Bay region. Reggae Rise Up Florida is almost here, returning to its waterfront home of […]
Mark your calendars and get ready to flow with the beat: CRSSD Festival is taking over Waterfront Park in San Diego once again on March 1st and 2nd! This iconic SoCal fest — an essential for fans of house and techno — vows to deliver another two amazing days filled with upbeat vibes, stunning visuals, […]
Mick Attardo took the time to sit down with Top Shelf Music and talk about his new reggae rock project, South Swell Syndicate, via Long Beach, California. Mick, no stranger to the music scene, has recently come back to bring reggae rock — on his terms. And, let me tell ya, his music speaks for […]
Elements Music & Arts Festival, the Northeast’s premiere immersive electronic music experience, has revealed the highly anticipated phase-one lineup for its 2025 edition. Returning to the scenic Long Pond, Pennsylvania August 8th through the 10th, the festival promises to deliver an unparalleled blend of music, art, camping, and community. Elements offers a one-of-a-kind escape into […]
Swedish masters of metal Meshuggah have announced a spring 2025 headlining tour across North America with friends Carcass and Cannibal Corpse. This legendary tour kicks off this March in Quebec and ends in none other than Maddison Square Gardens on April 24th. This short run in the States and Canada is then followed by Meshuggah’s […]
The sprawling fires currently raging across Los Angeles have left a trail of destruction, disrupting lives, livelihoods, and the creative heartbeat of the city. Among the hardest hit is the music industry, a community deeply intertwined with LA’s multicultural fabric. From historic venues to home studios, the flames have scorched sacred spaces, threatening the careers […]
Yes, you heard it, folks. Dallas-based brewery Celestial Beerworks announced the launch of their very special, nookie-flavored Fred Thirst IPA last Thursday, January 2nd. Bursting with attitude and hopped with beer terms we don’t fully understand, this delicious drink contains 7% alcohol by volume. That’s all the info we need… we don’t care about its […]
BeachLife Festival returns for its sixth year, taking over the stunning Redondo Beach waterfront from May 2nd to the 4th, 2025. As southern California’s premier live music, art, and culinary event, BeachLife 2025 is a musical fest that promises an unforgettable experience, with an eclectic lineup of legendary artists, local emerging talent, and immersive cultural […]
This celebration cannot be spared. For its silver anniversary, Punk Rock Bowling is pulling out all the stops with one of its strongest lineups ever — including a historic first-time appearance by Social Distortion! From May 24th through the 26th, downtown Las Vegas will transform into a punk rock paradise with thousands of fans descending […]
Top Shelf has had the pleasure of a sit down with American rapper X-Raided, who talked of music, prison, and his strong connection with the Menendez brothers, who (as most of us are aware) are currently incarcerated for killing their parents with hopes for future release. In 1992, Anerae Veshaughn Brown (aka, X-Raided) was sentenced […]
The Queen Mary Events Park evolved into a post-apocalyptic wonderland over November 29th and 30th, hosting the second annual bass-heavy Apocalypse: Zombieland Festival. With four wasteland stages, this festival offered a zombie-themed adventure for dubstep and drum and bass (DnB) heads alike. Amongst the spine-vibrating drops, the roaming undead, and stunning waterfront views of Long […]
Get ready for an unforgettable day of vibrant reggae rhythms, delicious food, and family-friendly fun at the annual Reggae on the Creek Festival, taking place on May 10th, 2025, at the Green River Taproom in Winters, California. Just 15 minutes from west Sacramento, this lively event promises something for everyone, making it the perfect way […]
After nearly a decade away from American stadiums, AC/DC is plugging back in. The rock veterans just announced their 2025 PWR/Up North American Tour, marking their first US shows since 2016 and proving that rock’s most enduring act isn’t done making noise and melting faces. The 13-date stadium run kicks off April 10th in Minneapolis […]
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