Community Spotlight, Staff Pick, Staff Pick Locals Only, Uncategorized
Record Store Spotlight: Beatnik Bandito Music Emporium
Mar
Downtown Santa Ana is full of hidden gems, one of those being Beatnik Bandito Music Emporium, a small record store off Broadway and 5th street. If classic rock and 80’s alternative records are what you’re looking for, then this will definitely be the place for you, as they have a plethora of these records. They […]
A Conversation With, Artist Corner, Interviews, Staff Pick Locals Only
A Conversation With Music Video Director Brandon Hoogenboom.
Aug
I’ve had the pleasure of writing about Brandon Hoogenboom in the past, however, it’s always been within the confines of his own musical journey. I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, his work is a breath of fresh air. His songwriting and tranquil voice truly offer a new and original take on what […]
Album Review, Interviews, Local Music Pick, new drop, Staff Pick Locals Only
The No. 44’s Single Release: All My Friends // Atmost
Mar
I first met The No 44’s two summers ago right before the release of their 2017 EP, Venus Eye Trap. See my initial conversation with them from 2017 here. We meet at a German Bar in Downtown Santa Ana and talked for what seemed like hours. Having met for the very first time that evening, […]
Mar
Like many other native Californians, I grew up eating delicious, authentic Mexican food. From street tacos from Santa Ana to freshly baked pan dulce from the local panaderias (bakeries). Over the past couple of years I have been keeping an eye out for the best bean and cheese burrito, and I may have found the one. Although […]