AUDIO: Rykarda Parasol – “Above It All”
With its soaring melodies and ethereal atmosphere, the song explores the theme of a toxic relationship and the liberating breakthrough that follows.
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AUDIO: Arden Alexa – “Petty Bitch”
The song combines an accessible, spirited pop sound with lyrics that explore the therapeutic nature of channeling emotions into music.
Read moreAUDIO: Leon Rosen – “Follow Me Home”
Raised in San Francisco’s Project Artaud, Rosen’s artistic upbringing has shaped his career.
Read moreAUDIO: Alex Togashii – “Know You”
Inspired by the beginning of a new connection, Togashii explores the bittersweet emotions that arise when contemplating the end before a relationship truly begins.
Read moreAUDIO: Julip – “Ectothermic”
With its heady guitar distortion and lush melodic vocals, the track captivates listeners with its replay-inducing appeal.
Read moreAUDIO: Black Thumb – “The Flying Propeller Group”
San Francisco-by-way-of-Milwaukee artist Black Thumb released a new album out on Dandy Boy Records a few months back. It’s eleven tracks that incorporate elements of neo-psychedelia, shoegaze and dream pop in a most textural and kaleidoscopic platter. Some songs pick up dust with garage-tinged riffage or stomping rhythms while others slow the current with hazy atmospheres and sentimental lyrics. There’s
Read moreJoan Torres’s All Is Fused Leaves You Wanting More on New Single “Finale”
The latest single from the fusion band is highly ambitious.
Read moreBreaking And Entering’s Five To Watch: October 2019
Say hello to Tiaday, Air Apparent, Red Money, The Eiffels, and Kendra Black.
Read moreNothing to Cry About on Lucinda Belle’s New Single
Lucinda Belle can sing. Loudly. Boldly. Daringly. And, most of all, convincingly. Her talent as a vocalist should come to little surprise to those who’ve followed her career, which has already met the sort of highs most artists can only fathom, yet not quite attain.
Read moreSelf-Titled EP from CarnyMusic Speaks Volumes
The self-titled CarnyMusic EP showcases the best of Mike Carnahan, lead singer of The Green Door. Carnahan is not only an accomplished vocalist but, judging by his efforts on the four tracks on this collection, an exceptional guitar player and songwriter as well.
Read moreAUDIO: Dubble-OO SpaceAge Featuring Husalah and J-Stalin – “(MIP) Mob In Peace)”
Since the passing of his mentor, The Jacka, West Coast artist Dubble-OO SpaceAge has kept a relatively low profile. His first release since that hiatus, though, is a fitting tribute, with “(MIP) Mob In Peace”, which features Husalah & J-Stalin. With some hazy, zoned out production behind the trio, each artist does their part to honor the legacy of The
Read moreINTERVIEW: Ziek McCarter of Con Brio
Soul-rock band Con Brio are in the middle of an extended world tour run that includes this year’s Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Fuji Rock Festival, and Summerfest, as well as tour dates with Grace Potter. Their newest EP, “Paradise”, will be coming out in two weeks, and the video for single “Free & Brave” recently debuted on Afropunk. Things are certainly looking
Read moreVIDEO: Tope – “Better Place”
It’s all sun and games in the bay for Tope’s latest video, “Better Place”. The Portland rapper recently moved to Oakland, and has prepared his “3 AM In Oakland” project, set to come out later this year. In addition, he has an extensive West Coast tour coming up, and undoubtedly some new material from that to follow. However, in “Better
Read moreVIDEO: The Mowglis – “San Francisco” Live at Vulcan Gas Company (SXSW 2015)
As part of Bleachers’ day party for their fans yesterday, the opening act bill was stacked with solid music. Amongst those playing sets were The Mowglis, a band that is popping up left and right with their infectious sound. Already armed with a legion of fans, this band could become superstars in the very near future. Check out footage of
Read moreAUDIO: Songs from “Home Street Home”, written by Fat Mike of NOFX
Punk rock, musical? Punk rock musical. That’s what Fat Mike has been up to lately. “Home Street Home” is a musical written by NOFX’s Fat Mike and his girlfriend, Soma Snakeoil. The musical looks at the lives of homeless, gutterpunk kids, but it’s not too far away from sounding like the playwright’s work. Essentially, it’s like having a new NOFX
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