Highest Intention is a vintage roots reggae band from California. Their sound is locally grounded, yet globally appealing, conveying a message of love and unity. The band consists of founding member and San Francisco native Ben Lowe (on vocals/guitars), Toho Saunders (on bass), and Tuviel Levi (and drums). Highest Intention combines unique and thoughtful songwriting with heavy one drop beats, deep intoxicating […]
2023 was a great year in music. In case you missed it, wolrd-renowned singer-songwriter Ben Harper gave us his best album yet — an 11-track opus entitled Wide Open Light! Following his GRAMMY-nominated Bloodline Maintenance, Wide Open Light was released as of June 2nd, 2023 via Chrysalis Records following a tease with the song “Yard Sale” […]
The Aquadolls debuted their Charmed album over this past year (and yes, it’s named after the popular ‘90s/‘00s TV show). Channeling 80s and 90s vibes, it’s a punk rock-slamming compilation of smooth, yet gritty guitar riffs… very reminiscent of The Breeders and Sonic Youth. It’s a pinnacle album, featuring females than can rock out like […]
Bland biscuits, dry flapjacks, and plain playlists are getting some help this summer from the boys in Kash’d Out. With the much-anticipated drop of their latest full-length album Butter (via LAW Records) they’re ready to pour on the flavor! Weed tunes? Check. Love Songs? Check. Lyrically strong and mentally uplifting jams that can turn the […]
“Reggae has sex with metal, punk got in the mix, and ska videotaped it all.” Creatively and appropriately descriptive, The Expendables have stayed true to this self-attributed description over their 25+ year music careers. While their array of musical styles and influences are expressed in varying formulations, their identifiably unique sound rings true throughout their […]
Milky Chance, the German pair of childhood chums Clemens Rehbein and Phillipp Dauschalso, known (amongst other things) for their success on the epic HBO series Euphoria, has released a few singles from their upcoming album, Living In A Haze, out this week on June 9th! So let’s dive into what to expect. Album opener, “Living in a Haze”, […]
Dropkick Murphys is such a unique and great punk rock band that whenever I have the opportunity to review a new Murphys’ song, album or concert, I drop what I am doing and jump at the chance. The blending of traditional Irish folk music with old-school punk rock creates a distinct and recognizable sound that […]
Stepping in front of the microphone and out of his comfort zone, Southern California bassist, Noah Nicodemas is showing us the power of creative vulnerability by releasing his very first “semi-solo” project: C-Side, a three-song EP that’s been in the works since 2020. And that’s only just the beginning. With the single “Guns of Brixton” […]
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