Picked By: Lauren Novik As seems to happen more often than not- the City of Angels is turning into the City That Never Sleeps, and offering residents way too many choices to appease their musical craving. This Tuesday, October 12 the Viper Room will play host to ShowListLA’s lineup that promises to be a rocking
Jennifer Quiroz-The Nostalgically New Female Voice
Remember way back when in the 90’s, when chicks ruled the airwaves? Sheryl Crow, Sarah McLachlan and Alanis Morrisette are just a few of the ladies whose emotion vocally flooded our speakers. Fast forward to now, when the voice of female perspective in alternative music is essentially nonexistent. Thank goodness for Jennifer Quiroz, our answer
BestNewBands.com’s Concert Picks for the Week of 10/4
Picked By: Monica Christoffels Who: The Devil Makes Three and Larry and His Flask Where: Domino Room in Bend, OR When: Tuesday, October 5th at 8 p.m Cost: $17 Adv, $20 at Door (purchase tickets HERE) Age Restrictions: All Ages I caught Larry and his Flask in Eugene last week and was blown away by
Anthems of a 21 Year Old Girl: Broken Social Scene is Coming to Town!
Canada never sounded so good. Or at least not in my years. Canada is home to awesome bands like The Luyas (check out my interview with Jessie of the Luyas HERE) and the dance crooners Death From Above 1979 but Broken Social Scene is what they offer best, besides their beer and maple syrup. Broken
BestNewBands.com’s Concert Picks for the Week of 9/27
Picked By: Lauren Novik Everyone needs to catch Funeral Party at the Bootleg Theater on Tuesday, September 28 before they leave L.A. to jetset around the U.S. 21 an over concert addicts should know that though set time is 10:30 sharp, it will be packed- so get their in ample time and have a drink
The Bootleg: A Place to Make Italian Japanese Friends
It was my first time at the Bootleg Theater. My first time in that part of Los Angeles. I didn’t know what to expect of the venue, the crowd or the band I was to meet. After only speaking with Chris (lead guitar) for a few seconds over the phone, I wasn’t sure who I
BestNewBands.com’s Concert Picks for the Week of 9/20
Picked By: Todd Prodanovich Who: Local Natives Where: Soho in Santa Barbara, CA When: Monday, September 20th at 8:30 p.m. Cost: $16.85 Age Restrictions: All Ages These Los Angeles natives have won the hearts of droves of indie-rock lovers as of late, and for good reason. Their sound captivates with gorgeous instrumentals and vocal harmonies that raise the
Making Funny Sounds with Me and Jessie Stein of The Luyas
Canada has produced many indie greats like the Arcade Fire and Broken Social Scene. The Luyas are next on that list. Hailing from Montreal, the Luyas are a four (sometimes five thanks to violinist Sarah) piece ensemble of Jessie (vocals), Pietro (french horn), Mathieu (organ) and Steffy (drums). The Luyas have a melodious resonance that
BestNewBands.com’s Concert Picks for the Week of 9/13
Picked By: Daniel Kohn Who: Will Knox Where: Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles, Ca When: Monday, September 13th at 9 p.m. Cost: $10 Age Restrictions: 21+
Moments with My Pet Saddle
In a little coffee shop on the cool side of Costa Mesa, CA, Caleb (vocals, guitar) of My Pet Saddle, his girlfriend and I sat together on a sunny Saturday afternoon. After they ordered their food, I had a little bit of time to squeeze in a few random questions before his tuna melt was