A sudden decision last Friday night brought me to a warehouse party just past Downtown LA called L.A.M.P. It was put on by PUZL clothing and even though the set up and performers were amazing, overall I was very disappointed. We were on the list and at first they refused to let us in and [...]
Alternative pop duo Manicanparty releases their debut music video and it's sponsored by VEVO! How often do you see that from a brand new artist? Either way, I'm digging "Rebels In The Light" and see Manicanparty really blowing up with the quality of this video. Listen and download "Rebels In The Light". Watch the video below. Since [...]
Why am I saying that b.FUNK can be the next generation's version of the legendary Roots crew? Not only do I believe that and a couple other hip-hop/alternative band's (like Zoo Legacy) having that potential, but according to b.FUNK, the B.B. King Club agrees! But I always believe the music can speak for itself, so here's b.FUNK's [...]
One of my favorite electro-pop duos, DWNTWN, has created a cover to Bruce Springsteen's hit "I'm On Fire". I have grown very fond of this group over the last few months and really appreciate how they are able to recreate a classic into their own style so successfully. Expect big things from DWNTWN throughout the [...]
Wallpaper. is one of those acts that understands the shift in what's popular in music (dance-pop) but defy it by having lyrics about stuff atypical to most music lyrics like a song about Blake Griffin being one of their latest examples. Here's their latest, "Breakfast All Day" which features rapper Action Bronson. Again, they have released a [...]
Road-trips are pretty boring, unless you have a killer soundtrack to invoke sing alongs, dancing and a whole bunch of fun. Antonio Paul's latest single 'Into the Night' offers just that. The mystical pop number takes you on a magical road-trip that keeps you moving until the very end. The fast paced and drum heavy [...]
It's been awhile since I've guest blogged for BeforeBigs but I'm stoked to be back and giving you guys the latest info on one of my favorite rap duos, Kinetics & One Love. I think the reason I dig these guys so much is because they're more than just rappers: these dudes are straight up [...]
Alyx (Bass), Omar (Drums), Dave (Guitar)and Morris (vocal) make up the alternative indie band Friday Avenue from Brownsville in the USA. With an eponymous EP and an LP - Shallow Pockets behind them, the members of Friday Avenue are currently working on a follow-up LP, whilst they continue to hit the road. Friday Avenue Good old rock guitar riffs rip through the room, whilst an edgy vocal is accompanied by driven [...]
Got a new song from alternative pop group Manicanparty. They are managed by the same dude who reps OnCue another highly talented artist. With "Monarch", I really dig how it builds up and how it progresses from real unusual alternative instrumentals to having more of an indie feel. Listen and download "Monarch" below. Previous: Manicanparty - [...]
New single from alternative rock band The Chevin. This is the lead single off their upcoming album, Borderland, due out May 28. It seems like with their music, it just keeps getting better so keep an eye out on this talented emerging rock band. If you dig this song, grab a free download of my [...]
Hailing from New Orleans, Youth Sounds is proud to introduce their new single, "Burn Out." Their nostalgic flare doesn't just refer to the lyrics but also the sparkling synth and Erika Mejia's gentle vocals. Although they are bilingual (they offer the track in Spanish too, as "Sin Ti," which seems more appropriate actually), they blend [...]
(Pictured Above: The Weeknd on The Outdoor Stage) Sunday was by far the most enjoyable day of the weekend and it was filled with a wide variety of incredible acts. I began my day with Santigold at the Main Stage. She is a great singer and even got many members of the crowd on stage with [...]
Having witnessed all the craziness of Coachella this past weekend, I figured I'd share it all with everyone (especially the people who are going next week, you are in for quite a treat). It was impossible to see everyone I wanted to live and the weather was not as good the whole weekend as I [...]
Dragon King began as the studio project of Philly singer/songwriter Dominic Angelella (pictured above) and producer Ritz Reynolds. You have heard of Ritz Reynolds from his work with The Roots, Wale, Mac Miller, OCD: Moosh & Twist and much more. DRGN King is from Philadelphia, started as a duo, now a young quartet with many special guests. My [...]
So if your like me and scrambling to find something fun to do while all your friends are going to Coachella this weekend and next weekend, well look no further than Brokechella 2012. This 1-day festival takes place Saturday April 21st in Downtown Los Angeles from 4pm to 2am. more details at Brokechella.com For only [...]
If you love DriveThru Records then meet Boxed Wine, the most DriveThru you've heard since The Early November. This fun-loving and fun-music-playing quartet make New Jersey a bright place with their fuzz pop style and bouncing attitude. Check out their video for "Feral," off of their self-titled EP released this past January. Its always fun [...]
Brooklyn-based indie band Riot !n Paris have released "Disposition", the first single off of their upcoming album Sample Sale. The track, which features an innovative reworking of the hit Temper Trap song "Sweet Disposition" perfectly sets the tone for their upcoming release, with its unique blend of indie rock and underground hip hop. These guys [...]
Our 6th edition of Best You Never Heard is here! This time we contacted each artist and asked permission to put their song on bandcamp, which is where we intend to release all our mixes from now on. With Best You Never Heard 6: Spring Fling we once again selected artists that as of April 1, had [...]
The trio Raymond Beltran , Alex Pacaña and Chase Calderon form Arc an alternative indie band from Iligan City in The Philippines. Arc There is a smile which wanders to my face as I see a completely relaxed and open trio who blast out a sound full of interest and the stickiness of a spiders web, with such little effort. The drums power through material (just watch the video and you will understand where I am coming from) which so many European [...]
Alternative electronic rock band Tic Tic Boom! released their latest project, Before The Sun Rises EP. After having seen the band perform and meeting the leaders of the band, Mike and Leilani, I knew this is a band you need to keep an eye on. They are a Foster The People Torches type of release away from breaking [...]
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