Photos by Florence Sullivan, courtesy of Sarah Kinsley and °1824 To celebrate her highly anticipated upcoming EP, Fleeting, alt-pop visionary Sarah Kinsley and °1824 hosted a press conference that I had the pleasure of attending on behalf of UCLA Radio. This year is shaping up to be a momentous one for the 25-year-old artist with…
Photos by Brooke Ortiz Everything old is new again. It’s an adage we hear thrown around when discussing vintage clothing finds, mid-century modern décor, retro gaming consoles — hell, even flip phones are making a comeback. But when it comes to classic rock, nobody embodies this sentiment better than The Lemon Twigs. As I shuffled…
Photos by Dylan Simmons The last time I was in proximity to the Foo Fighters was when my pregnant mother went to their acoustic set two decades ago. A couple months later, a forever fan was born. While I may not have formed any lasting memories of that show, I can confidently say I will…
Photos by Dylan Simmons For angsty Orange County youths seeking refuge from some of California’s reddest towns, The Garden has become a household name. The band of OC natives — composed of twin brothers Wyatt and Fletcher Shears — is as idiosyncratic as the county itself: a strangely conservative bubble wedged between the progressive urban…
Photos by Lauren Kim I was nervous to start 2026 in a new city. I had just discarded the familiarity of Los Angeles — 80-degree winters and a social circle of artists and microinfluencers — for Washington D.C., where the trees are barren and the people lead introductions with their job title. At least the…
Reviewed by Jake Maricich Photos by Amanda Romankiw Writing for a concert like this one feels daunting. That’s the best way I can describe attempting to engage with Cameron Winter’s solo performance at the Palace Theatre: daunting. How do I capture the presence of a man, no more than a silhouette against the backdrop of…
Photos courtesy of Alejandro Lomeli Under a curtain of rare Socal fog, LA’s goth scene descended upon downtown. On December 13, darkwave artist Mareux sold out the Novo while performing his newest album, Nonstop Romance. Walking into the Novo (my least favorite venue in Los Angeles by far) felt like stepping into the black Betty…
Photos by Dylan Simmons Last weekend, I had a major epiphany: I haven’t unlocked my full potential as a human being, because I have yet to form an indie rock band with my sister. And what could’ve possibly brought about such a life-altering realization? Watching Snocaps perform live. I was lucky enough to catch Snocaps’…
Photos by Dylan Simmons Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival is an annual Los Angeles music festival from the mind of Tyler, the Creator. Founded back in 2012, the festival has expanded over the years in both the size of its lineup as well as its attendance, with musical creativity and self-expression always at its core. This…
Photos by Jordyn Feenberg As the rain cleared over Los Angeles, the El Rey Theatre welcomed a much brighter kind of arrival. Canadian singer-songwriter Leith Ross performed to a sold-out crowd that night, marking the 18th stop on their U.S. tour, I Can See the Future. The lights dimmed, the curtain emblazoned with the El…
Cover photo by Maclay Heriot For over twenty years, Portugal. The Man has established their place in the experimental rock genre, creating music that blends the minds of its band members to create an ever-evolving sound. From their start in Alaska to their recent show in Los Angeles, Portugal. The Man serves as a testament…
Photos by Sylvia Ansley Have you ever wanted to go to a show, get absolutely thrashed in the pit, and walk away with a feeling of connection and camaraderie? If so, DRAIN is your guy. In fact, DRAIN Is Your Friend. On Friday, November 7, hardcore four-piece DRAIN hosted a DIY-spirited release party/house show in…
Photos by Chloe Gonzales Emo legends Pierce The Veil came to LA this summer for their I Can’t Hear You tour. Accompanied by fellow 2010s emo icon Sleeping with Sirens along with opener Beach Weather, the bands rocked the Kia Forum for multiple nights. Here are UCLA Radio’s photos selects of Pierce the Veil! Check…
Photos by Dylan Simmons Fall in Los Angeles is in full swing: foggy mornings and stuffy afternoons, the sun slipping away earlier each day. After braving a particularly chilly evening, entering the Lodge Room felt like a warm embrace. Walking up the stairs to the main stage, I was greeted by a crowd in the…
Photos by Amanda Romankiw As the U.S. music charts have been swarmed by country music and hollow radio ballads this year, a new kind of British invasion led by women in pop has emerged to save the day for the girls and the gays. Among this class of British pop stars getting their long-overdue mainstream…
Photos by Lauren Kim Sibling duo Frost Children has one mission: to make you dance. As the self-proclaimed deans of “DUBSTEP ACADEMIA,” every performance offers their audience a crash course in synthpop and pounding bass. Their energy is infectious: one set, and you’ll be rushing to matriculate. Since 2019, Angel and Lulu Prost have been…
Photos by Ava Bozic Last week, I enjoyed a performance by Lexa Gates at the Fonda Theatre. She performed hits from her entire discography, including her newest album, Elite Vessel, released in 2024. Gates’s flow was unbelievably smooth and natural, exuding the poise she’s known for. She hinted at a new album and even played…
Photos by Ava Bozic Cornelia Murr joins Matt Maltese on his current tour, Tour For You My Whole Life, which has introduced me to her incredible discography. Her newest album, Run to the Center, was released in February of this year and encapsulates the introspective, intimate nature of her music. Attending Matt Maltese with Cornelia…
Photos by Emily Waugh Almost Monday brought its San Diego surf rock sound north to the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles last Thursday. Characterized by an edgy yet upbeat style, the trio confirmed itself as a rising voice in the indie pop space. Almost Monday is currently performing as the opening act of The Band…
Photos courtesy of All Time Low’s publicity team How does a band manage to keep fans interested over 20 years without becoming nostalgia-fueled, stuck playing crowd favorites, or abandoning their roots to attract a wider audience? All Time Low seems to have figured it out. Consisting of Alex Gaskarth (lead vocals, guitar), Jack Barakat (lead…
Photos by Jordyn Feenberg Known to most as the effortlessly charming Steve Harrington, Joe Keery is much more than a Stranger Things heartthrob. Under his musical alias Djo (the “D” is silent), he’s built a world of retro synths and an ever-growing cult following. I recently restarted Stranger Things to prepare for the fifth and final…