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 […]
The 10th Annual Rhymefest LA — held at The Torch at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum — felt like a hip hop head’s version of the When We Were Young Festival: a nostalgic homage to the underground and old-school hip hop that shaped the culture. Founded by Rafael “Scooby” Dos Santos, 2024 was a celebration of […]
Big West, the musical project and persona of Dan Westerlund, embodies the expansive spirit of the American West — both in name and sound. Originating from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dan’s journey out west in 2017 profoundly influenced his creative direction, partially inspiring the moniker “Big West”. This name reflects not just a geographical shift but a […]
Get ready to mark your calendars, because on Saturday, October 26th, the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa is the place to be. The Boo Ha Ha Music & Beer Oktoberfest is back and promises to be a night of epic fun and high-energy performances. This year’s event isn’t just your average Halloween […]
Join us at Mariner’s Point Park for Mission Bayfest 2024 — the ultimate beach party where music meets the bay! Going down September 27th, 28th, and 29th, just north of downtown San Diego, Mission Bayfest is the ultimate spot for a music festival, with plenty of green spaces to chill out, sandy beaches, and jaw-dropping […]
Mayhem Festival is returning as a single-day destination event in Southern California this October 12th, 2024. This will be the first Mayhem event since the fest’s last touring run in 2015, making this announcement long overdue. The festival is also calling back to its roots by returning to the Glen Helen Amphitheater in San Bernardino, […]
The punk rock landscape is about to riot once again, as Bikini Kill embarks on their highly anticipated 2024 U.S. tour. This isn’t just a concert series; it’s a cultural event that promises to reignite the fire of feminist punk rock at a time when its fierce, unapologetic voice is needed more than ever. Formed […]
Meet Low Levee: an energizing trio from North Bay who are gearing up to release their debut EP Trouble on August 16th. Featuring Jackson Langford (vocals, guitar, and bass) and Alex Coltharp (drums), Trouble is set to bring a fresh sound to your future favorite playlist. Their mission? “We’re just three dudes trying to rock […]
YUNGBLUD recently collaborated with Epiphone to release a new signature guitar, the Epiphone YUNGBLUD SG Junior. This stunning all-American instrument reflects the musician’s vibrant aesthetic. The meet-and-greet event, held at the Guitar Center in Hollywood, was followed by a media and industry party at the Gibson Showroom, creating an intimate atmosphere for fans, family, close […]
Calling all evolved Earthlings! It’s almost time to meet in the Valley of the Unbroken Horizon (aka, Moreno Beach in Perris, California) for yet another transcendent experience at Desert Daze — one of the last true music festivals left on this planet. Originating over a decade ago, Desert Daze is an annual get-together of like-minded […]
Attention, Bass Campers! The time is almost here for us to report to camp and ignite Reno in EDM perfection. Bass Camp is returning to its beloved home at Wingfield Park NEXT WEEK, spanning July 27th and 28th. This year’s installment features a stellar lineup of world-renowned deejays alongside tomorrow’s headliners, directly reflecting the vibrant […]
SoCal bass heads were in for a night full of heavy-hitters at “Wooli Presents Incinerate” at The Torch within the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. With a lineup that guaranteed nonstop bass and unlimited energy, the night was destined to be an unforgettable gathering for fans of dubstep and riddim. Wooli, whose real name is Adam […]
Vermont singer-songwriter Noah Kahan (with New England roots) has become one of the fastest rising artists of this generation. Despite getting his start in 2017 and releasing two albums Busyhead and I Was/I Am in 2019 and 2021, respectively, it wasn’t until 2022’s critically acclaimed album Stick Season that garnered Kahan well overdue recognition, chart-topping […]
If you’ve never been to an opera or even considered attending one, I beg you to give it a try. As a music lover, you might be surprised by the richness and the drama opera has to offer. For those unfamiliar with me, Anastasia Elliot, I’m a rock artist with classical influences — trained in […]
Top Shelf Music got to have a nice chat with the guys from Point North at Welcome To Rockville 2024 in Daytona, Florida! With over 200,000 music fans, this experience was simply unforgettable. Christening the main stage on the first day, a stage later to be graced by none other than Mötley Crüe that night, […]
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