Teri Gender Bender (born Teresa Suárez Cosío) is a Mexican powerhouse enigma of a musician. She leads Mexican garage punk group Le Butcherettes, who have incredulously teamed with Talking Heads/ Modern Lovers famed Jerry Harrison on their latest three-song EP, “struggle/STRUGGLE."
Read MoreOn a quiet Sunday night in Brooklyn’s Greenpoint neighborhood, Saint Vitus was the complete opposite. Brimming with local punks, the venue was more lively than its neighborhood as hometown band Husbandry were about to kick off the night. Touring bands, Teenage Halloween, Kali Masi, and Such Gold were also on the bill and ever ready to play their eclectic and inclusive styles of punk to an eager crowd.
Read MoreFor some people it was a usual Tuesday night, but for us it was a night that we have been waiting for a long time! A show that combined the New Jersey based Toothgrinder along with Trivium and, of course, the one and only, Bullet For My Valentine! Yes, you heard right! All these bands got together for this unbelievable show at the Wellmont Theater in Montclair, New Jersey. And we didn’t expect anything less than what we witnessed; metal vibes, numerous mosh pits and these three amazing bands rocking this night out!
Read MorePanda Bear’s latest music breaks experimental and sound barriers. Those who went to the last show of his tour at Atlanta’s Variety Playhouse experienced a musical event like no other; Geologist’s opening set was filled with strange noises that entranced the crowd with eyes closed in a daze, and Panda Bear’s performance of electronic experimental pop paired perfectly with Danny Perez’s colorful and weird-as-hell visuals. ‘Panda Bear Plays Buoy’.
Read MorePitbull, Mr. "Worldwide", born Armando Christian Perez, is a Cuban American rapper from Miami. He arrived on stage at the Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, full of energy, good vibes, and dressed to impress.
Read MoreDream Wife consists of lead vocals Rakel Mjöll, Alice Go on guitar, and Bella Podpadec on the bass. The three met at art school in the UK, although ironically none of them were studying music. The band formed when they made themselves a “fake girl band” for a gallery exhibition, and it stuck. They later began recording, touring, and got signed to Lucky Number.
Read MoreLo Moon brings a tragically uplifting feel to the music they create, with heartbreaking lyric content, that are most prevalent in the songs "Real Love," "This Is It," "Thrones," and "The Right Thing." But the trio of Sam Stewart, Cristanta Baker, and Matt Lowell bring a vivid light by contrasting the lyrics with pop instrumentals that produce a beautiful balance.
Read MoreZ-Ro, also The Mo City Don – a nod to the Houston suburb in which he was raised, Missouri City – graced the stage at White Oak Music Hall on Friday night for a unique performance. In contrast to the largely popular DJ + Rapper stage production, seen with many notable rappers today, Z-Ro chose to venture off the trodden path and perform an “unplugged” set for his “day 1 fans.” Though not technically unplugged, Z-Ro chose to perform with the help of award winning production team and instrumentalists, “Beanz & Kornbread,” in lieu of a DJ.
Read MoreFleet Foxes took the stage at Revention Music Center here in downtown Houston. An iconic venue that has embraced several name changes over the years, Revention Music Center provided the perfect setting for the American indie folk group from Seattle, Washington. While there is certainly something special about witnessing performances in small, intimate spaces, the grandiose nature of Revention Music Center provided an open atmosphere for people to experience the show at various levels.
Read MoreFormer Black Crowes lead singer, Chris Robinson is the front man for the newly formed band "As the Crow Flies", along with former Crowes guitarist Audley Freed, bassist Andy Hess, and keyboardist Adam McDougall. Their Las Vegas show at the Brooklyn Bowl on May 8th drew a rockin crowd.
Read MoreFor someone who has never been to a country music show, let alone even listened to the genre, the Colter Wall, Paul Cauthen, and Joshua Hedley concert was quite a culture shock. I had never seen so many cowboy hats and boots in my entire life. Nonetheless, the people were unexpectedly hospitable, making it an amazing experience overall.
Read MoreHoundmouth and Frederick the Younger brought their soulful swing and lively presence to the heart of Louisiana’s capitol city, Baton Rouge on April 26th at the Varsity Theater. College students and mature concert-goers alike were treated to the Americana tunes that filled the packed theater. The intimate performances surely brought a feeling of hometown love among those at the show. Hailing from New Albany, Indiana, Houndmouth released their sophomore album Little Neon Limelight a little over three years ago in 2015.
Read MoreRock and Rollers' The Weeks packed Atlanta’s favorite indie-grunge bar venue, The Earl. The energy of the band gave a performance more well-suited for a much larger stage. With a voice reminiscent of Kings of Leon’s Caleb Followill, the four piece outfit filled the venue with their own brand of southern indie-rock.
Read MoreThe Black Angels and Black Lips fans collided when the two bands hit South Florida’s Revolution Live on their “Birds & The Bees Tour” in support of albums both bands released last year.
Read MoreLong time rockers Foreigner, known for their hits “ I Want To Know What Love Is” and “Cold as Ice” brought their ‘80s legacy to South Florida venue Au-Rene Theater. Led and founded by Mick Jones, the British-American band performed their famous catalog with a high-energy act that will have you forgetting that the band formed in 1976.
Read MoreA local’s favorite, City On Down, just released their EP “Used To Be Young” and played a nearing sold-out show at The Music Farm on the release date! They were joined by Haley Mae Campbell, Cole Collins and 87 Nights. The crowd only grew larger as each act played and got more excited in anticipation of City On Down taking the stage!
Read MoreIf you love great music and having fun, Here Come The Mummies is a band for you! HCTMs consists of 5,000 year old mummies who play a brand of funk with touches of New Orleans jazz and rock mixed in that will wake the dead. They recently made the crowd come alive in Stamford, Connecticut where most of those in the audience were on their feet, dancing from the very first song until the end of the show.
Read MoreIn anticipation of their latest album being released on April 27th, Dr. Dog made a South Florida tour appearance with support from Sub Pop’s Kyle Craft. The highly prolific band has released 10 albums since 2002, including a live album, and Critical Equation will be their 11th.
Read MoreKNOWER are a searing hot music group from Los Angeles spearheading a new musical movement. The LA duo represent the best of drummer-producer Louis Cole and singer Genevieve Artadi. Currently touring their fourth album 'Life' [2016], they opened for The Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2017 and continue to take over with their hard-hitting funk, cool chords, deep melodies and funky vocals into an incredibly imaginative off-world experience.
Read MoreIt was so hard to stay away from the Japanese Breakfast concert at White Oak Music Hall that took place during my time back in Houston. If there's an artist in town and I have the opportunity to shoot them, I usually can't say no. But patience is a virtue and I knew just a short time later I'd get to photograph their Los Angeles stop at The Roxy.
Read MoreIt is no wonder why Bon Jovi will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this April. Since 1983, Bon Jovi has sold over 130 million albums and has performed over 2,800 shows in 50 countries for over 35 million fans. The raw talent paired with a long history of performances made for an unforgettable night. With the re-release of “This House is Not for Sale,” Bon Jovi is celebrating with a multi-leg, multi-national tour.
Read MoreSince launching his solo music career in 2012 as a rapper and producer, Chicago native SABA has already gained an impressive track record within the industry, the most notable being his verse on Chance The Rapper’s “Acid Rap,” who later returned the favour as a feature on SABA’s “LOGOUT” off his 2018 album “CARE FOR ME.”
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