It has been nearly nine months since the American musical duo The Civil Wars officially broke up. Everyone was surprised when the four-time Grammy pair unexpectedly cancelled their tour back in 2012. Now, Joy Williams is back, again pursuing a solo career with an upcoming new album with a phenomenal live show that packs an amazing visual experience. Many came to the El Rey … [Read more...] about Joy Williams enchants at the El Rey Theatre
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Deciphering St. Vincent’s Newest Sound
Photo courtesy of St. Vincent/FacebookIt’s been more than a month since St. Vincent came out with her fourth studio album, and yet the world of music is still reeling because we just don’t know how to handle it. Is it pop? Funk? Glam-rock? Edge? (Is that even a genre? Am I just saying words now?) After listening to the self-titled St. Vincent, there is only one … [Read more...] about Deciphering St. Vincent’s Newest Sound
Take an “Adventure” with Madeon’s Debut Album
Photo courtesy of Madeon/FacebookAfter five years of singles and remixes, the French music producer Madeon finally made his first full-length album debut with "Adventure." For those who have followed his music through the years and are used to his fast-paced electronic compositions, Madeon's official premiere may be a shock. The colorful and elaborate tones still remain, but … [Read more...] about Take an “Adventure” with Madeon’s Debut Album
Ben Howard Rocks Los Angeles
Photos by Matt Benton British singer-songwriter Ben Howard stopped in LA on Feb. 10 for his “I Forget Where We Were” North American tour where he played to a full crowd at the large Shrine Auditorium in South Downtown LA. His show featured songs from his new album released in October 2014 that peaked in numerous international music charts. His tour stopped in 27 cities … [Read more...] about Ben Howard Rocks Los Angeles
Yellowcard Performs in London: One Student’s Crazy Experience
Photo courtesy of Faith Bui It only took about three seconds in the crowd for someone to spill their beer on us. Hundreds of people crammed together at The Koko in Camden, London where Charlie Chaplin used to perform on March 11. The renovated theater was chock-full of 27 year-old bearded men excited to relive their teenage angst when Less Than Jake and Yellowcard took the … [Read more...] about Yellowcard Performs in London: One Student’s Crazy Experience