With Beach Goth 2018 Tour having been announced, Growlers fans everywhere have been anticipating any updates about the return. What I love about following Los Growlers on Instagram is the well-thought out content that’s produced to tease their upcoming shows. Many times, the artwork and short videos they share have a reoccurring theme that ties […]
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Jun
Jun
Photo By Joey Tobin California band Just Friends makes a comeback with their latest full length Nothing But Love which was recently released on June 13 on Counter Intuitive Records. The 8+ piece band is more than “just another ska band”. Just Friends takes it to the next level by combining funk, punk, soul, and […]
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Jun
Jun
On Thursday, the 31st I went out to one of my personal favorite venues, the Hi Hat, to catch the Tiny Stills record release show. For those unfamiliar with the space, the venue is located in Eagle rock along a strip of dive bars and quality eateries ranging from ramen, Mexican, and the sweet treat […]
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Jun
Jun
Photo By Nadya Diaz On June 9, I drove out to Downtown Santa Ana for the End Block Party fest on 4th Street. Every year, multiple stages of different genres ranging from hip hop, jazz, rock, punk, and psychedelic are held on the block of 4th street along with artists and vendors and their pop […]
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Jun
Jun
Little known in America, outside circles of cinema enthusiast, Luc, and Jean-Pierre Dardenne are deeply influential Belgian directors. The dynamic duo is especially known for their minimal premises and it’s through the minimalism that they are able to convey and deeply explore life’s most complex issues. Employing long takes, ambient sound, natural lighting, and shooting […]
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Jun
Jun
The water, warmed by the summer sun, moves softly around your body, caressing it warmly as the open sun-kissed ocean glistens on a cloudless, lazy summer day… This is summer in the O.C. Let’s admit it, if you live in Southern California, you’re pretty darn lucky to have summer all year round! However, for those who […]
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May
May
On Wednesday, May the 23rd I made my way over to the Tenants of the Trees, located in between Los Feliz and Atwater Village. The venue’s location drew in a nice blend of music lovers who were guest listed into this APAHM (Asian Pacific American Heritage month) showcase. I was not made aware of this […]
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May
May
On May 23rd, Marty’s on Newport in Tustin, CA had their grand opening and Orange County’s newest concert venue knocked it out the park with their choice to book synth pop/indie rock act Geographer to headline the event. The San Francisco based, Mike Deni, and his band have been on tour since April but only […]
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May
May
James “Kimo” Malone is someone who seems to always be working on something. Whether if it’s related to his current job, things he has to take care of at home, or one of his several passion projects he has lined up, there’s one constant that always remains — the ideas don’t stop. In the midst […]
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May
May
Back in March, the Garden Amp, in Garden Grove, CA, hosted the Kaya Fest Pre-Party with performances by InnerWaves, Simbala, Special Blend, Bambaata Marley, and Tomorrows Bad Seeds. After the show, I had the great opportunity to chat with Bambaata Marley, Bob Marley’s grandson, and it’s about time we release this conversation! In celebration of […]