J.Lately’s new single has us craving “Beans and Rice”

J.Lately is known for his years of grinding in this brutal music industry. He brings a soulful, laidback style to his flow. As both an emcee and performer, Lately brings a true to bone poetic vivacity to his music, resulting in true artistry. His latest single, “Beans and Rice” featuring AprilFoolChild dropped this Friday, March […]

Shwayze brings the vibes to St. Louis

Sometimes I have to sit back and genuinely think about the fact that I have a really cool career. It allows me the opportunity to work with and run sound for some of the best bands around. Both local bands from here in St. Louis that always impress, as well as national touring acts that […]

Anastasia Elliot captures and devours men in new music video for hit single, “Bones”

Anastasia Elliot’s new music video for “Bones” is a captivating and provocative piece of work that explores the darker side of love and relationships. The video’s island setting provides the perfect backdrop for the story of a cannibalistic Anastasia, who holds a group of men captive and ultimately devours them. The video for “Bones” has […]

We talked music with Orlando metal band, Kill the Sound

Here we go, female-fronted heavy metal band Kill The Sound from Orlando, Florida is rising and delivering some of the darkest, and brutal metal. I was scouring the web and fell upon this metal collective and was amazed to see a powerhouse female dominated group. The band’s relentless push into this maddening metal industry has […]

Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival coming to Ohio State Reformatory this summer

The 5th annual Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo festival coming this summer to Mansfield, Ohio on July 14th through 16th. The festival has solidified the music lineup with world renowned, groundbreaking musicians and the true elite of tattoo artists coming to share their passion and skills for all to experience. Joining the 5th year anniversary gathering […]

Los Angeles alt-rock group, Liily, discusses plans for 2023

Charlie Anastasis, the bassist for the alternative rock band Liily, recently chatted with Top Shelf Music to discuss the band’s plans for 2023. Liily kicked off the year with an electrifying performance at Miley Cyrus‘ New Year’s Eve party, signaling a promising start to what promises to be a momentous year for the Los Angeles-based […]

Sound on Sound festival announces lineup, upgrades, new location and more

Sound on Sound festival is returning this year better than ever to the shores of Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT September 30-October 1st, 2023. This year’s headliners features Connecticut native John Mayer, rock legends Red Hot Chili Peppers and alt-rock icon Alanis Morissette among many other fantastic artists all in one place! “We are thrilled […]

Female founded and curated, eco-forward Pure Imagination Festival announces 2023 lineup

Deep in the good old-west of Arizona, a different kind of festival is emerging. Pure Imagination Festival is back for its second installment and is offering an experience unlike any other in the breathtaking landscape of the Prescott National Forest. In fact, the festival is just minutes away from Prescott’s picturesque downtown (get your boots […]

MNERVA drops latest single, ‘Invincible’

Nashville-based rock artist MNERVA has just released his latest single, “Invincible,” which is also the title track of his sophomore EP. MNERVA draws inspiration from Twenty One Pilots and Linkin Park, and this single showcases his unique blend of rock and pop music.  According to MNERVA, “Invincible” is his motivational stadium anthem and the focus […]

Reggae Under the Stars Festival announces second year lineup

It’s undeniably festival season. With old favorites returning bringing incredible lineups, and new festivals popping up for their maiden voyage, 2023 is going to have an incredible selection of musical performances all over the world. Near the middle of Texas though, the Reggae Under the Stars Festival is back for the second year with a […]

Beach Road Weekend is calling you back to Martha’s Vineyard this summer

Set your clocks to island time, Beach Road Weekend is back!  This August, head out to beautiful Veteran’s Memorial Park on Martha’s Vineyard for three days of the finest folk, rock, and soul-filled music imaginable. Promising to deliver a world-class experience, founder and creator Adam Epstein say this year’s presentation will exceed last year’s success. […]

Eclectic Soundtrax Podcast, Ep. 82: 5 Iron Woodworks

Dave Tucker, 5 Iron Woodworks founder and head honcho, is our guest on this episode. The first person to appear multiple times on our podcast, Dave joins us to discuss his recently thriving carpentry business. Way back on episode 3 we chatted with this renaissance man about the origins of his long-running friendship with Skunk, […]

Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival cordially invites you…

To the 15th anniversary celebration of San Francisco’s most notorious music-centered event, Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival. Founded by the prolific production companies, Superfly Presents, Another Planet Entertainment and Starr Hill Presents, Outside Lands has upheld the title of the largest independently owned music festival in the United States since 2017. Based on the […]