Music Reviews

Princess Goes first met onstage over a decade ago while performing in the award-winning rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The band — composed of vocalist, lyricist, musician, and actor Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under, Lazarus), keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie, Cyndi Lauper), and drummer Peter Yanowitz (The Wallflowers, Morningwood) — had so much fun pretending to be in a band together that, when the show […]

Some songs just click from the first listen. You don’t overthink it, you just hit replay. That’s exactly the energy Abby Nissenbaum brings with her new single “Naomi,” a track that feels both classic and completely her own. The Nashville-based indie-rock artist has been steadily carving out a sound that feels distinctly her own, blending […]

It’s been a minute since we’ve seen Lewis Capaldi on a stage this big. After a self-imposed hiatus to focus on his mental health and navigate the complexities of Tourette’s, the Scottish king of heartbreak made his triumphant return to North America last Thursday. But this wasn’t just any tour stop; this was Madison Square […]

Spaceface — the groovy neo-psychedelic dream pop outfit fronted by Jake Ingalls (ex-The Flaming Lips) and Eric Martin — returns with their highly anticipated third LP, Lunar Manor, out August 22, 2025, via Mothland. The announcement follows the blissful groove of single “Be Here Forever,” and the satirical, anti-capitalist anthem, “Everything is Money.”  Today, the band shares the record’s focus track, “Beach Within Reach” — a dreamy, […]

Arilena Ara’s latest single, “Weightless,” is a soul-stirring ballad that showcases the internationally acclaimed artist’s powerful vocals and emotional depth. Written by legendary songwriter Diane Warren and produced by Grammy-winner Mikal Blue, the track marks a significant milestone: Arilena’s official debut in the U.S. market. Already a superstar in Albania and across Europe, Arilena Ara […]

The Wiltern is sold out. The sign on the marquee tells me so. And not just for one night. This is an insane achievement for any artist, as The Wiltern’s famed Art Deco walls hold up to 4,000 people. But that’s a difficult number to conceptualize — especially if you, like Role Model, have been […]

Imagine this: You’re looking up at a stage as a woman just over 5 feet tall shimmies into the spotlight, encased in a shell-like oversized suit jacket and silver boots. She has a disco-style blowout and the vibrato of Joni Mitchell. You’re confused by the papier mache-looking suit, but the minute she starts singing, you […]

Every year, I have a good grasp on who will win at the coveted Grammy Awards. Most of the time, it’s honestly kind of obvious that one album rises into pop culture popularity above others…that one artist has made a bigger mark on the industry this year. However, 2024 proved to be a huge year […]

Christmas traditions look the same for a lot of people: you bake a ton of Christmas cookies, you watch old classics, and you need Christmas is more than just a season – it’s a feeling, and nothing sets the festive mood better than a playlist of heartwarming, nostalgic, and joyful Christmas songs. Whether you’re decorating […]

Pop artist Olivia O’Brien continues to captivate fans with her latest release, everywhere i go, there i am. Released on November 15, 2024, this EP marks a turning point in O’Brien’s artistry, showcasing a deep dive into themes of mental health, personal struggles, and emotional growth. The five-track collection stands out as one of her most […]