Concert Review: John Lloyd Young Is Here For You

John Lloyd Young is known for his star-making role as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys. Playing the original cast is a big deal for us…

Album Review: JonWayne Releases His Magnum Opus “Rap Album Two”

Magnum Opus means a great achievement. For Jon Wayne, Rap Album Two is a Magnum Opus. Now sober, and having survived the near fatal dangers…

Album Review: Novella Leads A “Change Of State”

Novella’s sophomore album Change Of State makes me want to put blush, do my hair into a bee-hive, grab a be-dazzled leather coat, and run…

Album Review: Jens Lekman Brighly Shows That ” Life Will See You Now”

Jens Lekman’s Life Will See You Now is as bright a statement as his album. The entire record feels like the empowerment you would have…

Album Review: Hanni El Khatib Is Hard Psychedelic Rock In “Savage Times”

Psychedelic rock can “go hard”, but not necessarily. Frankly, I have never associated the genre with a “harsh” sound, but in rock n’ roll this…

Album Review: Tim Darcy Brings Back Old School Rock N’ Roll In “Tall Glass Of Water”

From beginning to end, Tall Glass Of Water plays like a old-school rock album. When people think “old-school” they assume 70’s. Yet, Tim Darcy bring…

Album Review: Anna Wise Gives You A Vision In “The Feminine Act: II”

The Feminine Act: II is the follow up to the Anna Wise’s much acclaimed 2016 debut EP, The Feminine: Act I. Both projects have a…

Album Review: Molly Burch Is Exposed And Romantic In “Please Be Mine”

It is Valentine’s Day. For many, it is a celebration of the love you have, while for others it is a reminder you need to…

Theatre Review: Big River Fills Its Audience At New York City Center

New York City Center Encores! is a hidden gem of New York. I say “hidden” because their exceptional productions of classic, often untapped musicals only last…

Concert Review: Wild Planes Release My Inner Rocker At Gramercy Theatre

I am convinced that the reason rock n’ roll is considered “badass” is because it is fun. Usually, the funnest things like, dancing and drinking,…

Diandra Interviews: Matoma Brings Brings A New Peace And Pulse To The DJ Game

Positivity, peace, and perseverance are some of the traits needed for success, which is why it is so hard to attain. How do you keep…

Concert Review: Matoma Slays Terminal 5

From Norway to New York, Matoma is SLAYING life, right now.  Credited with introducing Biggie to Scandinavia, he brought Hip Hop mixes that were pure…

Concert Review: Maria Taylor Is Grace At Rockwood Music Hall

Sometimes, you see an artist and they remind you that you need to better. Maybe, they sing a song that reminds you that you need…

Concert Review: Lady Lamb IS A Tender Warrior

I reviewed Lady Lamb’s Tender Warriors Club, and not many artists’ performance can represent their album title and turn it into a symbol. At Knitting…

Concert Review: Paperwhite Gives Smoked Synth-Pop At Bowery Ballroom

It is always interesting to hear an artist’s live performance contrary to their record. Some people are better live than on record and vice versa.…