X Ambassadors Bring TOWNIE To Nashville
The X Ambassadors lit up Nashville this week at The Basement Nashville on their TOWNIE tour. The band released their TOWNIE album earlier this year, and it's a nostalgic listen. Although Ithaca is largely a college town, lead singer Sam Harris was a true "townie." From its opening track, "Sunoco," to its closing track, "No Strings," TOWNIE explores, reminisces, and reflects on Harris's childhood in Ithaca. The twelve songs on the album perfectly capture a sentimental, almost homesick nostalgia for one's hometown.
benches Bring “Bench Rock” to NYC
Coming on stage to cheers, the drum beat to their opening song, “Naive,” kicked off their set. An anthem for love lost, the cathartic chorus offers a release for turmoiled emotions. benches showcased a mix of older and newer material. They transition seamlessly from songs like "Common Sense" from their 2019 album Wishful Thinking (At Its Best) to crowd favorites like "LA Friends" and the explosive "Crash," where Anson Kelley's vocals convey raw, pleading emotion.
Live: K. Flay Brings Mono Live in Stereo to NYC
MONO’S title reflects her altered auditory perception, symbolizing a new chapter in her life and career. While preserving her trademark rhythmic style and sharp lyricism, MONO stands out as her most guitar-centric work yet, comprising 15 tracks that delve into her evolving musical landscape. The song collection is emotionally raw, sonically piercing, and meticulously crafted.
Aqua Brings Down the House in Boston
For the first time in the band’s history, Europop sensation Aqua traveled to the United States, bringing together Barbie fans and music enthusiasts alike at the House of Blues Boston this past week. Despite being a Wednesday night, the crowd was packed and singing along non-stop to Aqua’s entire discography.
Live: Real Friends and Knuckle Puck Team Up For An Unforgettable Tour
Two beloved pop punk bands have teamed up to bring a high-energy and emotional tour to South Florida. Proving that camaraderie and rock music can create one of the best tours to see this late winter, Real Friends and Knuckle Puck delivered an amazing dual headlining show.
Live: Jeremy Zucker On “is nothing sacred?”
Since his debut EP in 2015, Zucker has released four albums and several EPs and singles. The 27-year-old artist has collaborated with the likes of Tate McRae, blackbear, and Chelsea Cutler. Despite his evolution over the years, Zucker's musical essence - that distinctive "Jeremy Zuckerness" - that fans know and cherish remains intact.
Live: Knox Is Good At Being Alone in NYC
Currently on tour with Nightly, Knox brings his music to life on stage. Witnessing his performance at NYC's Racket, the red-haired artist exudes pure joy. From bounding onto the stage with his band to leaving it, Knox poured his heart into every moment.
Live: Emei Crushes NYC Performance
Emei hit up NYC for two nights at the iconic Mercury Lounge this week. Young excited fans were eager to see Emei perform at the sold-out venue. Gathering around the stage, excitement built as the audience awaited Emei to appear. Bursting on stage, Emei set the room alight with her energy.
Live: Aidan Bissett is a “Supernova”
From heartbreak and self-discovery to resilience and hope, Bissett lays it all out in the seven tracks of Supernova. Rooted in rock and indie, his music strikes a delicate balance between the raw authenticity of rock and the catchy allure of pop. Soft, casual, and heartfelt lyrics push and pull with compelling guitar lines and catchy melodies that prevent Bissett from becoming trite. Bissett's authenticity and honesty strike deeper, creating compelling narratives through a rich sonic tapestry.
Live: Peter McPoland Brings Piggy to Boston
Peter McPoland’s performance at the Royale in Boston was a night to remember for the artist and his fans. Boston was the Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter’s second stop on his current North American tour, commemorating the release of his second album, Piggy, a tribute to William Golding’s Lord of The Flies.
Live: Movements Ruckus Through a Sold-Out Hometown Show at House of Blues Anaheim
It was a night of musical chaos and infectious energy as the Orange County pop-punk band Movements took over the House of Blues Anaheim for their second-to-last U.S. tour stop and hometown show. The band turned the venue into a sweat-soaked, sold-out haven for their devoted fans.
Live: TOURZILLA Takes NYC With Last Dinosaurs and Vacations
Hailing from down under in Australia, Vacations and Last Dinosaurs' co-headlining tour, Tourzilla, made their way to NYC this past week bringing together two exceptional bands for a night of unforgettable music and memories.
Live: Jonah Kagen Takes “The Roads” To NYC
Gracing the stage with acoustic guitar in hand and harmonica in mouth, Jonah kicked off the night with the opening track from his EP, “hill that i’ll die on.” Fairy lights adorned the stage, wrapping around the microphone to create a warm atmosphere that enveloped the entire venue.
Yves Tumor Shreds Roadrunner
The band played their hearts out though, shredding onstage as if they were playing to a sold-out crowd in Fenway Park.
Tumor didn’t cater to their audience either, they played songs from their earliest album to their latest release, Praise a Lord Who Chews but Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds).
Live: Don Broco Unleashes "The Amazing Things" at Soma San Diego
Soma San Diego, an iconic venue nestled in the heart of Southern California, was the epicenter of rock 'n' roll euphoria as fans gathered for the electrifying kick-off show of Don Broco's "The Amazing Things" tour. The air was thick with anticipation as the UK rock sensation prepared to make their mark on American soil, and from the very first note, it was clear that this would be an unforgettable night.
Live: Boston Manor: Datura Takes San Diego by Storm
It was a night to remember when Boston Manor took the stage at San Diego's local venue, Brick by Brick. Fans eagerly embraced their latest immersive album, Datura, which came to life with the band's exceptional performance.
Live: The Wombats Take Brooklyn Steel
Full of energy, The Wombats have phenomenal stage presence. With Dan pounding on the drums, Matthew and Tord used the entire stage, jumping around and interacting with fans. The band even had wombat mascots come on stage to dance.
The enduring appeal of The Wombats was evident in their setlist, spanning songs from various albums across their career. Whether it was a 2022 release or a track from 2006, the audience knew every word.
Live: Sadie Jean Shares Performance and New Album Announcement
This Tuesday, an eager crowd awaited Sadie Jean as she opened for Johnny Orlando on The Ride tour. Yells of “I love you, Sadie” echoed across the venue as she graced the stage. Settling herself in with her acoustic guitar, Sadie Jean kicked off the night with “Locksmith.”
Live: Christian French is in The Space Between
Celebrating his 2023 EP, singer-songwriter Christian French hit up NYC’s Webster Hall last week on The Space Between Tour.
French, who released his first song in 2016, has come a long way from where he started. From his first EDM-tinged pop singles to his latest release, French has explored a variety of new sounds and subject matter. Evolving over the years on a musical journey, French has created a sound that feels entirely his.
Surf Curse Has a “Magic Hour” in Brooklyn
“Magic Hour is our excitement about rock music and being in a band,” says Jacob Rubeck. “This album is the excitement of starting something that we all can feel good about with each other, but also progressing as creative people and throwing in that magic. We’re feeling that magic, what’s brewing in the air and what’s existing in what we’re doing together.”