Rocksteady Campout 2023: Day One

As the days grew shorter and the nights a touch crisper, the Rocksteady Adventures Campout, marked the perfect farewell to another beautiful summer. Nestled in the heart of gold country, this event promised an unforgettable experience that combined soulful music, the warmth of community, the breathtaking scenery of the California foothills and oak trees. The […]

Rebels & Renegades 2023: Day Two

Day Two of the Rebels and Renegades Music Festival in picturesque Monterey, California, proved to be an electrifying continuation of the musical journey that had begun the previous day. The stages lit up with a diverse array of talent that left the audience yearning for more. The day kicked off with JD Clayton, and while […]

ODESZA electrifies San Diego with all-star EDM openers

As an avid fan of ODESZA since back in their early days (and of EDM music), I was thrilled to hear that they were embarking on a North American tour! Their unique sound and electrifying performances have earned them a dedicated following, and I couldn’t wait to experience their music live. So, when they announced […]

Rebels & Renegades 2023: Day One

The first day of the Rebels & Renegades music festival at the Monterey County Fair & Event Center in California was nothing short of a spectacular musical journey, marked by unforgettable performances and a vibrant atmosphere that left the crowd buzzing with excitement. Those familiar with Good Vibez should know by now to expect nothing […]

Arctic Monkeys bring relentless energy to San Francisco

In support of their seventh studio album The Car, Arctic Monkeys brought their North American Tour to San Francisco’s Chase Center on September 26, 2023. I’ve been a fan of Arctic Monkeys since I was 12 or 13 years old and it was such an incredible and surreal experience to be able to photograph this […]

Alta Music Festival 2023

This past weekend the first ever Alta Music Festival was held at the Avila Beach Golf Resort, featuring a mix of Cali reggae and hip-hop with acts like E-40 and Dirty Heads gracing the stage. The background was the beach, the ground was grass, and the parking was a breeze — Alta truly had everything. […]

Saint Motel and Echosmith deliver indie-pop dream line up

It was an electrifying Tuesday night in San Diego when Echosmith opened for Saint Motel at The Observatory in North Park. The crowd buzzed with anticipation as they prepared for the indie-pop combination of dreams.  As Echosmith took the stage, the three siblings launched into a high energy yet vulnerable collection of 2010s throwbacks, newer […]

Big Yen gears up to introduce the world to “punkadelic”

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 […]

Dry Diggings 2023: Day Two

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 […]

Flogging Molly sets Anaheim ablaze

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 […]

Mike Pinto chats about family, music, tour and more

Mike Pinto is a complete beast on the touring circuit! This artist is covering the United States with his super talented long-time work in music and writing. Twenty years as an artist, his love for writing and performing with his smoothness and upbeat guitar style will be imprinted in any music lover for years to […]