It was, frankly, like not much live music I’ve ever experienced. Both Ritchotte and McRae are passionate about the sound of their band and technically skilled. McRae’s dancing, Ritchotte’s focus, their accompaniment of one another, and constantly-shifting instrumental balance cultivate such a special way to experience music. I cannot wait to experience it again, and I’m really grateful I have had the chance to be there for two of the bigger steps thus far in their career.
Read MoreOn Tuesday, I went to see Flasher at the Echo. No ticket, no promotion, just a lovely birthday gift from my lovely girlfriend and KXSC alumna, Ariella a.k.a. DJ Pumpkin.
Read MoreOn October 16, 2021, Deafheaven took the stage of the Ace Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles.
Read More...Discovers Hoagy Carmichael’s Music Shop plunges the listener into chaos. The first track “Junkman’s Song” features a crass vibraphone followed by a funky, slow bass line. The vibraphone repeats the same few notes while the bass handles the melody.
Read MoreCoast Contra brings brotherhood and hospitality to their hip hop
Read MoreHere is Dad Hat, an indie pop duo based here in Los Angeles. The duo, Steven Gudino and Maddie Barrett, both go to USC and UCLA respectively.
Read MoreGritty In Pink is a new and quickly growing community aimed at empowering women in music, and I have been lucky enough to work on their team these past few months. In celebration of International Women’s Day, Gritty In Pink hosted a virtual show and fundraiser for breast cancer awareness on Tuesday, March 9.
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