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 […]

Navigating Nashville’s ‘Music Biz Conference’

As an independent artist, music conferences have become one of my secret weapons. As the independent artist’s job grows increasingly more difficult by the day and the noise gets louder and harder to break through, attending these concentrated days of industry exposure and learning is in my opinion, essential. An independent artist in 2023 has […]

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: Ras Fraser Jr. ft. Perfect Giddimani “Soul Confusion”

Introducing the world video premiere of “Soul Confusion” by Ras Fraser Jr., renowned Rastafarian roots reggae artist featuring legendary Jamaican artist, Perfect Giddimani. With a strong focus on building personal self-actualization, “Soul Confusion” delivers a powerful message both lyrically and visually. It is the second single from the upcoming full-length album I Am Conscious, that […]

WORLD VIDEO PREMIERE: Paige Keiner “Crying in the Drive Thru”

Paige Keiner‘s new music video for her single “Crying in the Drive Thru” is a playful visual representation of something almost everyone can relate to. That all too painful attempt to push through normal, everyday things  like ordering fast food while trying to cope with the crushing sadness of a breakup.  The video opens with […]

Swedish singer Tove Lo releases new single “Borderline”

We are lost in the magic as Tove Lo released another hit after her Dirt Femme album release from October 2022.  Lo described the song as “The drama you cause inside yourself and with another person if you feel insecure. You test them. This song has existed for a long time and I’ve always felt […]

John Mayer announces 2023 acoustic tour

John Mayer is performing a one man show. This tour will be his first acoustic tour which will feature his acoustic guitar rhythms, electric guitar jams, and piano melodies. The 45-year-old lifelong musician will play in twenty arenas throughout the United States and Canada.  Joining Mayer will be on tour with singer-songwriters Lizzy McAlpine and Alec […]

Coachella drops fire 2023 lineup

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is one of the most well-known and highly-anticipated music festivals in the world. Each year, music and arts fans flock to the desert in southern California to witness performances from some of the biggest names in music. This year is no different, as the festival is already gearing […]

Rising Artist Spotlight: Bridges Ablaze

Every once and a while you are fortunate enough to meet someone who changes the entire direction of your life for the better. One moment you are completely unaware they even exist and then, suddenly, in a single unlikely meeting you are now happily stuck with a person you can’t imagine your life without. In the […]

Red Calling is rising to the TOP

Venezuelan vocalist, Jessica Pons has come far to start a new life, and becoming what she was meant to be, a musician. Tampa’s Red Calling is one serious metal band. I came across them on facebook and was pleasantly surprised to see a fierce woman on the front lines. It’s not that common to see […]

We can’t wait to Hangout!

If you’re feeling those winter blues, there’s nothing like planning out your summer festival schedule to warm you up inside. Thanks to Hangout Festival’s 2023 lineup announcement, I’m literally beaming with sunshine. Top billed artists for the beachfront festival include Red Hot Chili Peppers, SZA, and Calvin Harris, taking place from May 19th to the […]

Rising Artist Spotlight: Splitworms

Welcome music lovers to this week’s Rising Artist spotlight! Today we feature the hard rock stylings of UK upstarts Splitworms. Splitworms are one of the latest UK indie bands to catch my attention, which is not entirely surprising since I spend so much time scouring England for new and exciting bands. In my humble opinion […]

Phoenix dropped new album, “Alpha Zulu”

It is impossible to talk about Phoenix as a group without mentioning their catalogue of influential Indie music that remains a staple within the genre throughout their more than 20 year history. Cementing themselves as masters of hook-writing and lush synth melodies, they approached  a difficult paradox that many veteran groups have to face–how do […]

Talking over tacos with The Buckleys in Nashville

The Buckleys are an Australian, sibling trio band deeply rooted in country music. They started their careers busking at the Tamworth Country Music Festival where they ended up being in the top ten qualifiers of the busking competition. This launched their visions of their futures and they set out with dreams of coming to Nashville. […]