“I am full of fear And contradictions Easier to hear Beautiful fiction” What sort of sentiment do these lyrics conjure? Despair; introspection; confusion? Well for Surf Curse’s crowd, packed into the standing room offered by The Novo, practically oozing an amalgamation of youthful frustration and excited tension, the answer to the question above appeared to…
Chance The Rapper @ Kia Forum [9/21/23] Photos by Timothy Norris / Kia Forum Photos It’s a magical night tonight within LA’s historic Forum. We’ve gathered here for a very momentous occasion: the 10th anniversary of Chance the Rapper’s breakthrough mixtape, Acid Rap. Chance The Rapper comes out strong with one of his biggest songs,…
What does home feel like to you? How do you find a safe space in the midst of your life, a place to always fall back on? It could be a place, a person, or maybe even a warm safe feeling inside of you. “Bluebeard,” the latest album from the indie-folk southern band The Brook…
Photos by Alvina Shea and Isabella Appell Anticipation buzzes through the air as the vibrant neon lights of The Echo begin to illuminate the night. The stage is set, quite literally, with an impressive array of musical instruments: a drum set, six distinct electric guitars- a vivid spectrum of red, blue and brown- and the…
In the words of Mitski herself: “Who knew there was such a goth-tastic theater at the Ace Hotel?” Entering the historic Regent Theater in DTLA, is to enter a time capsule; the building’s colorful history manifested in ancient-looking gothic architecture, reminiscent of a long forgotten art. This hypnotic, dark craftsmanship proved to be the perfect…
Written by Candace Fernandez As I traverse the mountainous horizon of my apartment’s splintered sidewalk, I find comfort in the indecision that speckles my longing for a furry, withered dandelion. While I ponder which earth-born stubble will suit my afternoon temperament, my gaze is soothed by an indulgence in the irresolution of which flower to…
Embarking on world tours serves as a monumental milestone for musicians everywhere. When Bruno Major announced his Tour of Planet Earth that began this August, he hadn’t played a live show in over three years. Despite this potential obstacle, he didn’t struggle to sell out every stop on the initial leg of the tour in…
Photos by Hope Phahla and Isabella Appell In a world often overshadowed by complexity and chaos, there are moments when music has the power to transport us back to a realm of childlike wonder. Allow me to immerse you in an unforgettable concert experience, one brimming with ethereal melodies, the celebration of simplicity and the…
After over two years since the release of her staggeringly successful debut album, SOUR, pop megastar Olivia Rodrigo has finally given the people what they want: her highly anticipated sophomore album, GUTS, released on September 8, 2023. Make no mistake, I am a huge Olivia Rodrigo fan. As a fellow musician and melodramatic, overthinking, obsessive…
Photos by Jen Uskolovsky Wayne Shorter is known as one of the greatest jazz composers and saxophonists of all time. When asked about his commitment to music over other art forms, he replied by accrediting music’s sense of “velocity and mystery”. He had a uniquely wonderful way of articulating the joys of music and jazz,…