At times, the music industry can seem like a viciously preposterous environment, kind of like a Sharknado movie sequel only with amplified instruments and egos, laptop computers and seven-dollar plastic water bottles sucked into a funnel cloud with the slimy sharks. But every now and then, a musician emerges from an overseas humanitarian mission or […]
Hip Hop/Rap
In Their Own Words: Lumar LeBlanc of The Soul Rebels
Born and raised into the culture of New Orleans, Louisiana, The Soul Rebels have been a brass ensemble since 1991. Fast forward to 2017, the band has toured Africa, China, Japan, Australia, Europe, and beyond. They have regularly collaborated live with Talib Kweli, Nas, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Marilyn Manson, Metallica, and many others. In His Own Words: […]
ARISE Has Risen
ARISE Music Festival was held at Sunrise Ranch in Loveland, Colorado, on a jovial weekend August 4-6, surrounded by rock formations, pleasant lakes, and mysterious meadows. This land was indeed filled with love, so its name holds true to its essence. It was a glorious gathering of all walks of life – an open, family […]
Ten Bands to See at Panorama This Weekend
The masterminds at Goldenvoice have brought us innovative music festival experiences all over the country, from Firefly to Hangout Music Fest (not to mention Coachella). They graze the east coast next weekend on Randall’s Island to present their newest endeavor, Panorama Music Festival, for its second year. Despite its sophomore residency, Panorama has added some […]
Feeling Love at Camp Bisco
Camp Bisco has become the premier electronic music festival in the Northeast (RIP Mysteryland) and continues to showcase the talents of rising jamtronica, EDM, DJ and jam band acts throughout the weekend while host band The Disco Biscuits play 6 sets for their fervent flock of fans who make it a point to attend the […]
Vans Warped Tour Caters to Hardcore in Connecticut
Dust, blood, sweat and smiles don’t begin to describe a typical day at summer’s largest traveling music festival. Currently in its 23’rd year, the Vans Warped Tour returned for fans of all genres to enjoy their best day of the year on July 9 in Hartford, CT. Originally created by founder Kevin Lyman as a festival […]
Hearing Aide: Benn Rymon Drops ‘A Long Time’
A Pennsylvanian both by nature and at heart, rapper Benn Rymon and his beats are now based out of Plattsburgh, NY, where he continues to record and perform just as he’s been doing since the 90s. This time, his ideas were carefully crafted into his solo debut album, A Long Time. Normally, he’d be found […]
Webster Hall Closing for Extensive Renovations Next Month, See Schedule of Final Shows and Club Nights
Webster Hall will be closing for renovations. Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment and AEG Presents bought the historic Manhattan night club and concert hall from longtime owners the Ballingers earlier this year. The final performance will be held on August 9. Shows which had been scheduled after that date have been moved to other venues. I highly […]
Hearing Aide: Powerflo: ‘Powerflo’
There seems to be a growing trend in metal music of rap-metal making a comeback since Prophets Of Rage emerged last year. You could argue that bands like Body Count have been around for a long time, but now the genre seems to be in the spotlight again. And with any sub-genre of metal, you get the […]
Naughty By Nature Brings a High Energy Show to Alive at 5
This week’s featured artist at Alive at 5 was the grammy award winning hip-hop group Naughty By Nature. The weather was perfect on Thursday, June 22, and the energy was a max. The group got the crowd on their feet right from the start with one of their hit’s “O.P.P.” They performed for about an […]