Nathan Aurora is gearing up to drop new genre-bending project

In a world too often filled with division and disconnection, music still holds on to an incredible power to beat down barriers and bring people of all backgrounds together. With his latest project — Crossed Heart Clothing Presents: Pop Punk Goes Reggae, Vol. 1 — Nathan Aurora of Iya Terra has managed to create a […]

Dope Lemon drops “Miami Baby” & North American tour dates

In my humble opinion, Australia’s Dope Lemon stands as an exceptional export from the vibrant land down under, leaving an indelible mark on our planet. With a mesmerizing repertoire of smooth and lush psychedelic melodies, Angus Young, known as Dope Lemon, emerges as a profoundly underrated contemporary songwriter. His musical genius has been flowing for […]

Rising Artist Spotlight: Indie pop band, Co-Stanza

If you ask anyone to think about a great summer memory, vivid flashes of laughter with friends and the warm glow of the summer sun will spill out to form stories that they remember fondly. Growing up in the Midwest, a lot of my fondest summer memories revolve around a lake– kayaking, hiking, boating, lake […]

Siblings Jesse & Joy sell out Ace of Spades in Sacramento

On July 14, the bustling city of Sacramento welcomed the talented sibling duo Jesse & Joy to the stage at the iconic Ace of Spades venue. The concert, which had been eagerly anticipated, did not disappoint. The sold-out show was a testament to the duo’s enduring popularity, and the energy in the air was palpable […]

WORLD SINGLE PREMIERE: StoneTribe ft. Kat Hall, “One Love”

Eclectic musicians DandeLION and Natoven of StoneTribe are throwing genres to the wind and challenging music lovers to experience the blending of a multitude of styles. The masterful duo has found a way to seamlessly blend modern reggae, hip-hop, R&B, pop and surf rock into one refreshingly rich sound.  StoneTribe is gearing up to release […]

Lightning struck twice at the Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville last week

If I’m being completely honest with anyone reading this article, my personal experience with pop music is extremely limited. Out of all the music genres I have covered during my 9 years as a journalist, pop is probably the one I have had the least experience with. It’s not that I don’t like the genre; […]

Jon Vinyl fills Los Angeles’ Moroccan Lounge

On Saturday, May 27th, Jon Vinyl — the Toronto-based singer-songwriter — made a stop in downtown east Los Angeles to perform some of his relatable and timeless love songs at the intimate Moroccan Lounge live venue, where he was joined by another Toronto-based artist, Benita.  As the chilly air rolled into Los Angeles, fans started […]

The queen of country pop, Shania Twain, is back and selling out tour

The queen of country pop, Shania Twain, brought her Queen of Me tour to Mountain View’s Shoreline Amphitheater in California for a sold-out show on Sunday, May 26th. Everyone in attendance was excited and ready to party outfitted with cowboy boots and hats. Some even had bedazzled jean jackets with the infamous Shania Twain quote, […]

Less Than Three helps hold down Seattle’s pop punk scene

Seattle-based band Less Than Three is making waves with the release of their single “Demons.” Known for their passion for pop punk music, the band recently signed a deal with Curtain Call Records and can now be heard on rockrageradio.com. Their music is a testament to their evolving creativity and love for songwriting. “Demons” captures […]

BeachLife Festival 2023: Day One

The first weekend of May had finally arrived, which, for residents of Redondo Beach and the greater South Bay only meant one thing — BeachLife is back! Friday just so happened to also fall on Cinco de Mayo for the 2023 installment of the four-year fest, adding even more excitement and a south-of-the-border flair to […]