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Live Review: Valdivia X at Dipiazzas in Long Beach, CA
Material: What the unholy hell? We wandered into Dipiazzas in Long Beach on a Friday night, an off-the-beaten-path pizza restaurant-meets-divebar, and were greeted by the ... -
Album Review: Shelita By Shelita (8/10)
“Burke’s silken arrangements and goosebump-inducing vocals make a powerful statement…” By way of reintroduction, tech-savvy diva Shelita Burke unveils this eponymous nine-track “debut” of pop ... -
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New Music Critique: Hey Bulldog
Though they still need to develop a cohesive vision, Manchester, UK trio Hey Bulldog offer up some interesting tunes. “California” is a brisk workout powered ... -
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New Music Critique: Wig Party
A jam band quintet, Wig Party nails the genre’s sound with an organic, easygoing vibe and nimble musicianship. The band’s lead singer, while not a ... -
8.2
New Music Critique: Kartel SCO
Kartel SCO has intriguing, atmospheric songs that sometimes meander but skillfully utilize catchy hooks and phrases. On “SCO” the artist uses a counterpoint setup—slow, moody ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: Roi and the Secret People
Roi and the Secret People capture the essence of “open road intensity” with “Drive,” which could enhance a film or TV sequence. Frontman Roi has ... -
7.4
New Music Critique: Katlyn Lowe
Nashville singer-songwriter Katlyn Lowe has a mind of her own, with lyrics that stand up to anyone—a conceited guy, for instance. That’s the gist in ... -
Common at the Theatre at Ace Hotel in Los Angeles, CA
Chicago's world-renowned hip-hop artist, actor and activist Common, performed for a live crowd at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. He ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Sinaro
Gus Sinaro fronts a metal foursome that produces credible metal power on a solid, if formulaic, batch of songs. “Break the Paradigm” and “Bullet Through ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: Richard Lynch
Any label or music supervisor looking for pure, well-recorded country music songs should check out Ohio-based Richard Lynch. His sweet, heartfelt tribute to his father, ... -
7.8
New Music Critique: White Owl Red
We like how the lead vocals of artist Josef McManus are mixed high and prominent in these recordings. What becomes clear is that he projects ... -
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New Music Critique: Malcolm Harvest
Malcolm Harvest has an appealing persona and he gears his music to a wide audience. “Welcome to LA” is a perfect example of his spirit ... -
7.6
New Music Critique: Zaydo
Artist Zaydo impresses us with his unique approach to hip-hop, forging his own sonic path with music that is not typical of the genre but ... -
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New Music Critique: Ravennas
Though they’re from rainy Seattle, Ravennas know how to conjure visions of sun-drenched coastlines. In fact, there’s not only a kinship with the music of ... -
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New Music Critique: The Soft Underground
NY drum & guitar duo The Soft Underground have a well-produced sound and material that would work well in a film or TV show. The ... -
Check Out the Amazing Female Performers at CMA Fest 2019
Another hot summer, screaming fans in the distance, shoulder to shoulder foot traffic, familiar faces, one dollar water... another successful CMA Fest is in the ... -
Shawn Mendes at the Staples Center in Los Angeles
An earthquake didn’t stop Shawn Mendes from shaking up the Staples Center in Los Angeles on July 5. In honor of two sold-out nights, the ... -
Aly and AJ at the Fonda Theatre with Jena Rose and Armors
Pop sister duo, Aly and AJ Michalka, finish their last show on their North American Sanctuary tour at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, CA hitting ... -
New Gear/ New Toy Review: Shure RMCE-BT2 Hi-Res Bluetooth 5.0 Earphone Cable
I was excited to check out the new RMCE-BT2 high resolution Bluetooth 5.0 Earphone Communication Cable. The BT2 is an upgrade in both fidelity and ... -
YUNGBLUD Returns to the US With Sold-Out Show in Los Angeles
After canceling a string of North American dates due to getting his passport stole, English alternative rocker Dominic Harrison aka YUNGBLUD made his triumphant return ...
