Who knew a Wednesday night could be so funking great? For two hours and 45 minutes, Parliament-Funkadelic tore the proverbial roof off the House of Blues in Anaheim. The packed house was treated to a packed stage that, at one point, had over 20 musicians and singers dancing and grooving…

Wu-Tang Clan and producer Mathematics are back with a new raw, classic Wu sound, featuring fresh production that hits like a throwback but still feels modern and innovative. The beats are hard-hitting, and the verses are raw, intense, and incisive, delivering exactly what fans want and need. The album, Black…

On May 1st, 2025, El Cid was packed to the brim with people—a clear display of a sold-out night. And if you’re wondering who the legendary performers were that made this possible, it was the iconic headliner Guardin, with support from the equally talented artists Kennedyxoxo and Sewerperson. This marked…

The Vans Warped Tour helped cement many rock, hardcore, and especially pop-punk bands into music culture. Without this platform, many bands that fans love and cherish might never have achieved the reach or longevity they enjoy today. One of these bands is Mayday Parade, now celebrating 20 years as a…

The Italian reggae band Mellow Mood, formed in 2005 by twin brothers Jacopo and Lorenzo Garzia, has been a constant force in the European reggae scene, releasing six meaningful albums over the years. With their seventh album, 7, they not only named it for being their seventh release but also…

Having seen Alice Cooper dozens of times over the years, I’m always astounded when I meet people who haven’t flocked to witness his morbid extravaganza. Great music and great entertainment—what more could you ask for? The Too Close For Comfort tour is yet another opportunity to catch the Master of…

Ever since I can remember, I’ve been a die-hard professional wrestling fan. From Ultimate Warrior to Hulk Hogan, Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, Mick Foley, Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Undertaker, The Miz, and John Cena, these legends made me feel strong and invincible. Sure, there were times I drifted…

Claire Wright has a unique sound—a California-reggae vibe infused with country storytelling—that is entirely her own. Born and raised in Northern California, she weaves elements of sunshine and carefree living into every note of her music. Wright honed her craft as a full-time singer-songwriter, spending years in both Southern California…

The Who, Cheap Trick, Poison, ZZ Top, Metallica, and Led Zeppelin—these legendary acts are just some of the rock ‘n’ roll my dad loved to listen to. He instilled this love in me whenever we were in his truck, running errands or heading out for fun. All these bands are…

Only four months into 2025, the number of high-quality extreme metal tours that have passed through Southern California is remarkable. Danzig, Napalm Death, Mayhem, Machine Head, Six Feet Under, Meshuggah, Dying Fetus, Cavalera, and Kerry King are just some of the headliners making this an incredible year for live music.…

It was a perfect Sunday evening in Ardmore, PA, to catch one of Jamaica’s best voices, a rootsy local band, and an up-and-coming dancehall artist. Over the past few years, I have attended and photographed many reggae concerts, but I always seemed to miss Etana when she was touring. When…

Jahmiel Foster, better known to us as Jahmiel, has been making music for a long time. Around the age of seven, the Portmore, Jamaican-born Jahmiel began performing. Inspired by Bob Marley (what Jamaican artist isn’t?), Sizzla, and Buju Banton, he set out to create songs that are timeless, with lyrics…