It’s been nearly 20 years since I last saw The Kills live. I remember it was way back in April of 2005 when my friend Liz walked into the Sunglass Hut I was working at and exclaimed “you are coming to see an awesome band with me tonight!”. I didn’t know it then, but that […]
In the spirit of rebellion and nonconformity, Goldenvoice is shaking the foundations of the music scene with yet another highly anticipated festival for 2024—No Values. Set to be an onslaught of raw energy and unapologetic attitude, this festival promises to be a haven for punk rock enthusiasts and a celebration of the genre’s enduring ethos. […]
In a riotous collision of primal energy and punk spirit, The Observatory in Santa Ana played host to the electrifying Planet of the Apes Fest on January 6th, 2024. The night unfolded like a rebellious odyssey, with the main stage shaking under the fierce performances of local punk purveyors Taken Days, OG punk band The […]
There are few who deny that what Danny Elfman does, he is the best. A singer-songwriter, a film composer, a keyboardist, percussionist, an 80s icon… by 2023, what hasn’t Danny Elfman tried his hand at? Turns out, he’s not finished. What started as a pre-pandemic inkling has turned into the most eye-capturing, enveloping experience the […]
Fans at the Observatory Grounds in Santa Ana, California went hard on a hot summer night as five diverse acts united for an unparalleled musical experience. The OC music scene reached new heights when the “One Strange Night in Orange County” festival brought together a mesmerizing lineup of goth, punk, electronic, rap, and experimental artists, […]
If there’s anyone that can bring the goths out in 100-degree heat, it’s She Wants Revenge. Ending their final dates of their west coast dates for their Disappear Tour, She Wants Revenge gave Los Angeles a special two-night performance, selling out The Fonda on both August 31st and September 1st. Reviving and reliving the youths […]
Empire Control Room & Garage was absolutely packed Thursday for Day Two of Austin’s annual psych rock fest, Levitation. The five-day experience prides itself in showcasing some of the coolest and most unique shows anywhere in America. This night, Empire would be hosting some rising artists, such as Nation of Language and Rosegarden Funeral Party, […]
It was 1988 and, like many a teenager, my music was the bane of my parents’ existence. From behind my poster-covered bedroom door, you could hear thick acid house electronic dance beats mixed with the most scandalous and erotic lyrics. Lords of Acid‘s single “I Sit on Acid” was on repeat. By 1991, I could […]
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