Photos courtesy of Alexander Cervantes “Extra, extra read all about it. Malcolm’s in his feelings and he can’t get out of it.” Malcolm Todd’s self-proclaimed headline from his hit, “Earrings,” aptly unveils the 2 Year Anniversary Show of his most-streamed project to date: Sweet Boy. Whether in his feelings or — tonight — in The…
Photos by Dylan Simmons This past Thursday, I found myself elbowing my way through the Troubadour towards a pocket of air. “This has got to be a fire hazard,” I thought to myself. Indie–electronica duo Phantogram had just sold out the Troubadour — three nights in a row. Evidently, not a single fan had rainchecked,…
Photo courtesy of The California Honeydrops Team Before traveling away for spring break, I had the pleasure of attending The California Honeydrops — a soul and blues band who got their start near my hometown, busking at BART stations around the Bay Area. Since then, they have grown to perform at a multitude of places…
For the past couple of weeks, the words “Ooheeah lalo, faroosee mneykro” have been stuck in my head — words Buck Meek created for his song “Gasoline” off his latest album, The Mirror. After experiencing that genius song for the first time, I had no doubt the rest of the album could only follow suit,…
Photos by Ava Bozic In the midst of dazzling disco lights and reflections from chandeliers, I could feel the palpable excitement as I made my way to the photo pit. The buzz of fans alongside gorgeous red stage curtains had adrenaline coursing through me. Having discovered Jordan Ward’s music through tracks “CHERIMOYA” and “FAMJAM4000” had…
Niia is an artist you need both on sunny Sunday mornings and in the depths of the night when your thoughts make you restless. She is an artist who combines a classical, polished touch with contemporary sounds. Born in Boston, Niia has been surrounded by music and jazz her whole life, from her mother’s piano…
Photos by Jordyn Feenberg Everyone keeps saying, “Bring back 2016.” Seeing Cherub at the Teragram Ballroom did exactly that. Widely recognized for their breakout hit “Doses and Mimosas,” the musical duo Jordan Kelley and Jason Huber’s discography is deeper than their viral anthem. They are pioneers of the early-2010s electropop festival sounds. Over a decade…
Photos provided by Clara Franz and cover photo by Mary-Alex UCLA Radio’s Rising Artist Spotlight aims to highlight upcoming artists who have demonstrated unique creativity and talent through their music. Through interviews and features, we delve into their journey, influences, and aspirations, giving listeners a glimpse into the future of music. Clara Franz (@clarafrnz on…
Photos by Ava Bozic Say She She embodies fabulousness — pairing space-age glamour with perfectly polished vocals and impeccably layered harmonies. Formed by classically trained singers — Piya Malik, Sabrina Cunningham, and Nya Brown — in Brooklyn, New York, they exude an excellence and passion for their craft that you don’t often encounter. My love…
Photos by Dylan Simmons Wet Leg is a five-piece English rock band known for their distinct display of electrifying guitar riffs, unforgettable live performances, and witty, assertive lyricism, sampling elements of indie rock, pop, and punk in their thoroughly unique sonic personality. Though they’re best known for viral tracks “Chaise Lounge” and “Wet Dream” off…