Sports Coach is the project of Thatcher May, an artist from Boston who began releasing music back in 2014. After pausing releases, he re-emerged in 2024, and now, on September 30th, he’s set to release On the Mountain Above the Cloud, an 18-track record that invites you to face difficult questions within hypnotic landscapes. From […]
Community Spotlight, concerts, Local Music, post show shots, Record Release
Makeout Reef’s Record Release Show
29
Aug
Aug
At The Echo with support from Floats, Wayword, Chicano Mosh – Presented by S.C.A.B
A Conversation With, Album Review, Local Music Pick, Music, Record Release
A Conversation With: Harbor Area Hardcore Punk Band Deviated State + Album Review
28
Jun
Jun
Pictured (left to right): Sean Palce (Guitar), Johnny Ramirez (Bass, Backup Vocals), Joseph Angel (Vocals), and Robert “Caveman” Lara (Drums). Photo by Kevin Avila. TOO HARDCORE FOR PUNK, TOO PUNK FOR HARDCORE I had the opportunity to come and sit in on Deviated State’s band practice on June 24th, 2021 at Cideshow Studios in Gardena, […]
Local Music Pick, Music, new drop, Record Release, Staff Pick, Uncategorized
High Morale Releases Single “Face to Face” with Visuals by Artist Robbie C. Ward
25
Jun
Jun
It all started as a friendship which became an outlet of self-expression for their members. High Morale is an up-and-coming Indie electronic band that was formed by three friends and named after their catchphrase “The morale is high!” This upbeat and electric indie band consists of SoCal Singer/Songwriter Brandon Hoogenboom, NY Producer Clay Cornelius, and […]
23
Jun
Jun
The opening lyrics could be a well rehearsed monologue to a significant-other, post break up. With a solid acoustic strumming pattern to match, Sean Perry’s vocal cadence flows through the intro organically, not pinning himself to a rhythm too soon. Like melancholic memories in the early stages of heartbreak, the keys swell in. Accompanied by […]
07
Aug
Aug
I find it amazing how music has the power to really set the mood; the mood of the room, of your day, of your emotional body. Listening to music has always been my safety and peace. It’s how I clear my head, get inspired, and start my day on a good note. During this quarantine, […]
24
Jul
Jul
There is something remarkably nostalgic about summertime… The rising temperatures uncover a long-gone sense of simpler times. Many of us have never lived in a world like the one we’re currently dwelling in — pandemics, racial turmoil, financial hardships… you name it. However, amidst all the uncertainty in our life, and although in many cases it’s easier […]