House of Vans Hosts A Night of Auditions For Schoolboy Q

House of Vans hosted another stellar event, but this time it was for the people. Getting ready for a show in Chicago, on September 14,…

Concert Review: Dennis Lloyd Is International R&B At Rough Trade

Admittedly, I did not know much about Dennis Lloyd going into his Rough Trade Show. Hence, when I saw the Sold Out sign, my curiosity…

Concert Review: Pond/Fascinator Form A Psych-Rock Continuum At Warsaw

Pond and Fascinator have formed a tour ticket that is a MUST for those, like myself, who WILL NEVER fall out of love with psychedelic…

Artist Close- Up: Greg Holden Puts Love “On The Run”

  Greg Holden is proof that going independent does have its perks. While having a major label back you is great, independent artists often choose…

Theatre Review: EXQUISITA AGONÍA Is One of The Most Unique Plays Off Broadway

Playing at the legendary Repertorie Espanol and written by Nilo Cruz, the playwright is known for writing eccentric and beautiful plays; Exquisita Agonia is no…

Artist Close- Up: George Taylor Asks You To “Come Follow Me Down”

Sinking never sounded so good. George Taylor’s newest single “Come Follow Me Down” asks the realest question anyone will have for their partner, “Will you…

Artist Close-Up: Cairo Gold Proves Wicked Love Is “Torture”

I always say it, “Love ain’t easy!” Yet, I do not reiterate this quote for its simplicity. I say it because how you love yourself…

TV Review: Animal Kingdom Ups The Drama While Dividing Its Family

Watching Animal Kingdom for the past two seasons, there were SEVERAL times when I said, “Alright, you people horrible and you need to separate.” The…

Diandra Interviews Crystales: Seeing Music Trips As Sparks To Imagination

People think creativity simply happens and it can. Yet, a lot of times, it is a process that can take years. Even the “newest artist”…

Artist Close-Up: Haethor Give You Opera Rock

With their self-titled debut, pop duo featuring music maker/producer/guitarist, Howard “Merlin” Wulkan and virtuosic vocalist, Amy Owens, give you Opera Rock. If you are wondering…

Artist Close-Up: Carry Illinois Show We Are A “Work In Progress”

When it comes to indie-pop, Carry Illinois may define themselves as confronters of “BS”, but I think they are givers of benevolence. Their new EP,…

Album Review: Father John Misty Is God’s Favorite Customer

If there is one thing you can rely on, when it comes to Father John Misty (FJM), is a balance between cynicism and optimism. The…

Concert Review: Lillie Mae Gives A Nashville Smile To NYC

Frankly, there is not much to a Lillie Mae concert, which is why it feels like much. She does not talk a lot but she…

Album Review: Chvrches Sing “Love Is Dead” While Keeping It Alive

Truth exists somewhere between the dark and the light     It’s that quest for balance that runs throughout Love Is Dead. Chvrches With that…

Album Review: Jessie J Is The R.O.S.E We Need Right Now

Jessie J is one of the most powerful voices out there. After slaying a Chinese Singing competition, because why not?, the songstress released R.O.S.E. The…