Ximena Sariñana may be a relatively new artist to people in the United States, but in her native Mexico, she’s a child star who’s adult career is starting to take. In some circles, she can be considered the Mexican version of Alanis Morrisette, but rather than taking the angst route, Sariñana’s music is more indie
With one of the best new indie-pop albums of the year on her first English speaking record, Ximena Sariñana has a lot going for her. After a dazzling performance at Outside Lands where she won many new fans, she unfortunately started to lose her voice. But that didn’t stop the singer from powering through her
After my first time seeing Starfucker play at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, last fall, I was hooked. This Portland based electro-pop band has been bringing dance floors alive with their fun lyrics and infectious snyth hooks since their start in 2007. As a band, they have been touring steadily while sometimes
San Francisco - The Stone Foxes formed in the sleepy foothills of California’s Central Valley where members Aaron Mort, and brothers Spence Koehler (guitarist) and Shannon Koehler (drummer) grew up. After high school, they went to college at San Francisco State University and alas they formed a cool alt-rock band. The group’s songs are full of
Never a group to be pigeonholed, Lotus brings many musical weapons to the stage. From festival stages such as Rothbury, Wakarusa and Red Rocks to theaters across the country the band has left grinning crowds dripping with sweat. Equal parts dance and rock, Lotus has been crafting a unique brand of instrumental rock for the
Having signed with venerable indie label, Dangerbird Records, The Limosines have made a big step forward with their song “Internet Killed The Video Star.” Though the song has appeared on MTV2 and has been aired internationally, that hasn’t kept founding members Eric Victorino and Giovanni Giusti from staying humble and true to their Bay Area
Picked By: Kelly Knapp Who: Rabble Rabble Where: Glasslands, Brooklyn, NY When: Tuesday, August 9th at 8pm Cost: $12 Age Restriction: 21+ *** Picked By: Laurel Kathleen Who: Vetiver Where: The Troubadour, Los Angeles, CA When: Wednesday, August 10th Doors open at 8:00pm Cost: $13-$15 adv Age Restrictions: All ages *** Picked By: Jesse Diener-Bennett
It’s a typical day. I’m attached to my Macbook Pro I’ve affectionately named my Appletini, I’m scouring the online music sites for something that doesn’t make me want to throw my ipod against a wall, and my music A.D.D. is in full effect. The universe must have felt my desperation and they sent immediate aid
I mentioned ages ago that I was planning to attend Outside Lands in San Francisco the weekend of Aug 28-30. I’ve been jockeying for a job at the festival since January, and under the press of conflicting responsibilities that same week, I reluctantly asked to be withdrawn from consideration. (A decision I am still remarkably
I had a lovely barbecue tonight with a group of friends, and I rushed beforehand to make a playlist in my iTunes appropriate for use during summery barbecues. I wanted it to be a mix of fast and slow, classic rock and danceable party beats, sing-along classics everyone can join in during, and various bands