Lawrence Rothman Searches for a āDecent Manā on New Single Feat. Lucinda Williams Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.Ā With the general election right around the corner, the news from Lawrence Rothman could not have come at a better time. The Los Angeles musician, who identifies as genderfluid, has announced their sophomore album, Good Morning, America/Not a Son. The lead singles from each side of the … Continue reading Lawrence Rothman āĀ “Decent Man”
Photo by Bryan C. Parker Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. āArt is not truth. Art is a lie that makes us realize truth,ā Pablo Picasso told The Arts reporter Marius de Zayas in 1923. More recently, in the spring of 2018, Loma revealed their own untruth at the Bootleg as part of a tour for their eponymous debut album. Even more lies await on their … Continue reading Dive Headfirst Into Lomaās Mesmerizing Sophomore LP Donāt Shy Away
‘they say’ By LACES, FLAVIA, BELLSAINT and Amanda Brown Originally appeared on Curve.Ā Being a survivor is not about defining trauma, but rather finding the strength to rise above it.Ā Jessica Vaughn, professionally known as LACES and owner of Head Bitch Music, learned this the hard way during her journey to heal after sexual assault. Propelled into the spotlight at a young age, Jessica was signed … Continue reading LACES, FLAVIA, BELLSAINT, Amanda Brown āĀ “They Say”
Up-and-coming Star Serena Isioma is Crowned as āKingā on New Single Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.Ā Chicago-based artist Serena Isioma is ready for their coronation. Earlier this year, Isioma (say: e-seeohma) released Sensitive, an eclectic, genre-smashing EP which caught the attention of critics. For a first body of work, itās impressive, featuring elements from across the alternative and emo scenes. The new single proves that … Continue reading Serena IsiomaĀ ā “King”
Straddling Childhood & Adulthood, EMĆL Debut ā3/4 Inā Off Forthcoming LP Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.Ā As Hispanic Heritage Month draws to a close, Grimy Goods honors local group EMĆL, led by Emmanuel Ventura-Cruess. The Fullerton native is half-Mexican and has a bunch of new music ready for all to hear. Last month, the band released a new single, āTHREE60,ā an even-tempered yet mystical indie … Continue reading EMĆL āĀ “3/4 In”
sngalbums: The original interview appears on Grimy Goods. The introduction is reprinted in part below. The conversation that follows is a continuation of that article.Ā After establishing her own rhythms, Pander Sera is ready to shake everything up again. Last spring, the Los Angeles noise artist, also known as Swan, released Bothy, a raucous explosion of percussion and wit. The sound of that record was … Continue reading Pander Sera Deviates From Her Own Deviations on Errant LP [Excerpts from an Interview]
The original interview appears on Grimy Goods. The introduction is reprinted in part below. The conversation that follows is a continuation of that article. After establishing her own rhythms, Pander Sera is ready to shake everything up again. Last spring, the Los Angeles noise artist, also known as Swan, released Bothy, a raucous explosion of percussion and wit. The sound of that record was unified … Continue reading Pander Sera Deviates From Her Own Deviations on Errant LP [Excerpts from an Interview]
Elohim Copes With the Good, the Bad and the Groovy on New Single āGood Day Bad Dayā Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.Ā Despite her recent single, āIām Lost,ā Elohim has never felt more on course. The songwriter is reliable for compelling indietronica, and she always delivers something different, from heart-wrenching ballads to haunting dance parties. Her latest track shows her vulnerability and optimism, layered over … Continue reading Elohim ā “Good Day Bad Day”
All Black Queens to the Front: Rap Alongside Sampa the Great and Junglepussy by Entering āTimeās Upā Remix Competition Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.Ā The world is finally ready for Sampa the Great. The Zambian rapper, raised in Botswana and currently based in Australia, represents the electric underground rap scene, always sure to incorporate elements of herselfāfrom her lyrics to Afro-centric instrumentation in a trackās … Continue reading Sampa the GreatĀ āĀ “Times Up” feat. Junglepussy
Michi Reflects on Isolation in New Single āEscondidaā Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.Ā If youāre haunted by regrets, Michi might be able to help. Her new single will appear on her debut EP, Sugarbaby, due out October 16th, which is already shaping up to be a delicious release. The Los Angeles native released her first single last summer, and every sound since has been just … Continue reading Michi āĀ “Escondida”
