J. Edward Keyes is the Editorial Director at Bandcamp, an online record store and music community dedicated to the autonomy, fair compensation, and discovery of artists. Through Bandcamp’s blog, Bandcamp Daily, Keyes spotlights diverse artists and music scenes around the globe to directly support musicians and help fellow music lovers find their next favorite sound.…
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…
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…
After a lively set opening for Sir Chloe at the Fonda Theatre, we had the opportunity to converse with four musicians still basking in their post-performance glory. The alternative rock band Telescreens is made up of Jackson Hamm on vocals and guitar, Josiah Valerius on keys, Austin Brenner on bass, and Oliver Graf hitting the…
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 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…