Miami’s sixth III Points festival was three days of awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping performances from across the unique spectrum of their diverse visual and musical line-up. The Mana Wynwood Convention center hosted seven indoor and outdoor stages, each with their own creative quirks and distinct company, and a plethora of interactive installations, such as Max Cooper and Architecture Social Club’s Aether installation, and Nonotak’s entry portal into the festival. Unconventional spaces, such as the indoor “Skate Space” had patrons put their roller-skating skills to work, with a performance space in the middle that hosted artists like Keanu Orange and Suzi Analogue, and a tucked away, intimate space for DJ sets inspired by speakeasy’s called Door IV, were innovative choices that set III Points above and apart from many American festivals today.
Read MoreAn attempt to interpret, understand and respond to this history utilizing imaginative investment, projection, and creation, perceived through the lens of indirect experience, or second-hand vision is the basis of Sam Valdimirsky photographic series Second-Hand Vision.
Valdimirsky is a documentary filmmaker and artist working primarily in photo and film. His interdisciplinary practice often intersects performance with photography, in which he explores self-portraiture and autobiographical themes through the other, using masks, makeup, costumes, constructed sets, and green screens to stage fictions grounded in history.
Read MoreLexi Jude is a surrealist black and white fine art photographer (digital, film, and alternative processing), artist, & poet based in the United States. She fights for authenticity, vulnerability, and individuality through her creative expression. She is not afraid to depict and explore taboo normality’s and unspoken realities in her work, such as sexuality, identity, body image, and mental illness.
Read MoreThe Drums seem to have perfectly crafted the balance between the pure and sinister forces of sound that emerge to surface full force with their record, Abysmal Thoughts.
Read MoreSouth Florida locals flocked to the highly visual and interactive music festival, III Points, in the heart of the Miami Design District at Mana Wynwood. The acclaimed music festival catches the attention of concert lovers in Florida and all across the United States.
Read MorePhiladelphia has shown JD McPherson a healthy dose of brotherly love ever since he started tour in the early 2010s, having found a home with the folks at WXPN, Philly’s listener-supported radio station.
Read MoreAfter a three and a half year absence, English indie rock darlings Elbow made their triumphant return to the U.S. this month, hitting the major cities on both coasts throughout November. The tour comes on the heels of their seventh studio release, Little Fictions, which was released in February to wild acclaim.
Read MoreAlvvays' Antisocialites Album Review "Summer is over. You just went through a gnarly break-up or maybe you’re simply just feeling a little needy. Either way it’s already Fall and you’re watching everyone get into cozy relationships and you need something you can relate to. Everyone’s been there but don’t worry because ALVVAYS has provided you with atmospheric ear-candy to reminisce, have a good cry, or just fully obsess over."
Read MoreThe mid-Atlantic region recently played host to Australian-bred, Los Angeles-based indie band Atlas Genius, who brought their infectious brand of synth-infused rock to Philadelphia and Washington DC as their extensive 63 Days of Love tour winds to a close. The band recently released a new single and accompanying video for the song “63 Days” and, fresh off an appearance on Conan O’Brien’s late night show, brought the promise of forthcoming new music with them.
Read MoreThe black backdrop that has hung from the stage during most of Frank Turner’s performances this year simply and perfectly encapsulated the artist and his backing band. Emblazoned with what has become a trademark symbol for the rock and roll singer-songwriter, taken from his days as a hardcore punk, is the letter X, each section punctuated with an initial: FTHC.
Read MoreYou’ve seen the album covers and now you know who’s behind the genius psychedelic designs.
Read MoreRoots rocker JD McPherson has always sought inspiration in the music of the past. He first turned heads in 2010 with his debut albumSigns and Signifiers, where he created a unique, new brand of rock and roll using sounds pulled from the early 1950s and given a twist so that they were fresh for modern ears.
Read MoreIf you are looking for a music festival that feeds every sort of appetite you could possibly have as a music lover, then the Hopscotch Festival was created for you. This is four days of curated shows, all different genres, all happening within hours of each other over a several block radius in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, and yes it's as great as it sounds.
Read MoreAfter an extended absence, Washed Out finally rode the “chillwave” back into Houston on August 11th, 2017 and mesmerized a sold out crowd with trippy visuals and distant sounds of albums past and present at White Oak Music Hall.
Read MoreOn August 4, 2017 Calgary, Alberta hosted their annual music festival "One Love" at the Max Bell Festival Grounds. The festival was packed with a wide range of artists such as local artists Chedda Chesse and Seven, along with top charting artists such as Ms Lauryn Hill, Lecrae, Blackbear and Anderson Paak.
Read MoreOn July 8, 2017, IHeartRadio took over Calgary, Alberta with their first ever IHeartRadio WestFest. WestFest brought together a large variety of artist and fans to Shaw Millennium Park for a hot day full of music. Amongst the acts performing were Virginia To Vegas, Christian Hudson, Ruth B, Massari, Midland, Ria Mae, Scott Helman, Noah Cyrus, Iggy Azalea, Fifth Harmony and Hedley
Read MoreGetaway with the norm and dive into Brighton's eclectic music festival, The Great Escape, featuring rising talent and inspiring performances. International artists premiered their musical talents at the acclaimed music festival hosted in Brighton and Hovel, England. The Great Escape features over hundreds artists in diverse settings throughout the city. Communions, LIFE, Franko Fraize, YOWL, and many artists astonished audiences with their stunning performances.
Read MoreHouston's interactive music festival, Free Press Summer Festival, celebrated enticing performances. Despite harsh weather conditions, music lovers endured the weather for the festival experience. The Texas music festival featured inspiring performances by Grouplove, Post Malone, Cage the Elephant and Milky Chance.
Read MoreThe grand finale of Shaky Knees Music Festival was captured by performers from across the globe from Australia to France. They delighted audiences with dazzling performances, nifty synthesizers, and mesmerizing stage presence.
Read MoreAudiences were swept away by ravishing performances at the Shaky Knees Music Festival. The xx, X Ambassadors, and Sylvan Esso delighted the crowd with their winsome talents.
Read MoreAtlanta's Shaky Knees Music Festival welcomed attendees with open arms. The crowd enjoyed an array of musical acts on the first day. The festival featured performances by Cage the Elephant, LCD Soundsystem, Twin Peaks, and many artists!
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