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At the end of January I had the pleasure of seeing Vinnie Ferra play with his band at the Silverlake Lounge during their Monday Night residency. I immediately was drawn in by the quality of the songs, Vinnie’s voice, and the energy of the entire band. Recently, I got to sit down with the 23-year-old [...]

To celebrate the release of Year Of The Witch, the debut album from QM favorites RACES, we took the time to ask lead singer, Wade Ryff, a few questions.  Check out the interview below and get a brief glimpse into the creation of this phenomenal record. Be sure to catch the band at their release [...]

Nosaj Thing’s debut album Drift is now almost three years old and we’re still eagerly waiting for new music. Thankfully, the electronic producer will finally answer our needs this year. 2012 will the see the light of more material from Jason Chung, so if you are in Los Angeles on Thursday, be sure to catch [...]

I want you to take 3 things away from this interview. First, Mini Mansions know what vajazzling is, and they support it (respect).  Second, Mini Mansions have actually seen (and practically saved) a real Koala- and Koala’s are fucking cute.  Third, Mini Mansions are playing our show, along with Haim and Pratley, on Saturday February [...]

Ourselves, along with Hit City U.S.A., couldn’t be more excited for our show this Saturday at The Satellite featuring some of our favorite bands, PAPA, Cillie Barnes, and Lesands.  Like any girl that’s worth “rounding the bases for”, it’s always better to get to know them before you reach home plate.  Of course these bands [...]

We were fortunate enough to sit down and chat with Alex from one of the most exciting bands of 2012, Harriet.  Check out what he had to say about branching off on his own, Jeff Tweedy and James Murphy’s love child, and sleeping with your mom. 1. Tell us how Harriet came together? I had [...]

After almost 8 years, 4 albums and a mutable cast of band members, Deer Tick has proven that they are an ever-evolving force in music. Their recent tribute project Deervana, perhaps one of the more literal contributions to the grunge rock revival, now seems to be a nod to Deer Tick’s decidedly heavier sound on [...]

Irish singer-songwriter James Vincent McMorrow is one of the few performers that can make a clamoring room go silent. His haunting vocals and wind-swept melodies leave every audience with chills, and a new crush. After releasing his critically acclaimed debut album Early in the Morning in February 2010, McMorrow hit the ground running and hasn’t [...]

  Michael Kiwanuka, the 23-year-old North Londoner, has had quite the whirlwind summer since the release of his debut EP, Tell Me A Tale.  He’s performed in the supporting slot on a slew of Adele’s UK tour dates, while also receiving broad acclaim from critics and fans alike for his warm, throwback songwriting style and [...]