Watch EE Beyond Roar In “Dreamer’s Howl” Video Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  For a relatively unknown project, the persona of EE Beyond has found a bold and distinct niche. Following in the footsteps of artists like Erykah Badu and Lauryn Hill, the LA-based artist born Elaine Faye reckons with her life through music. Her debut EP, Watercolor Lies, is packed with societal commentary and … Continue reading

Noelle Scaggs Debuts Solo Project With Heartbreaking Anthem Featuring BRÅVES Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Noelle Scaggs, known best as a member of Fitz and the Tantrums, has just announced her solo project with the brand new single, “Great For You.” It comes as the first of many songs that Scaggs has been working on around the Tantrums busy schedule. “Great For You” is an anthem … Continue reading

Some shows make meteoric impacts on my life, and the Men I Trust + Anemone show at the Echoplex from earlier this year was certainly one of them. I had not heard Anemone upon walking into the venue that night, but now, after participating in their raucous dance party, I believe in them wholly. Watch the video for their fiercely independent single, “Daffodils.”  Continue reading

Squishy synths and whirrs comprise Art Feynman’s new single “Ideal Drama” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  Art Feynman thrives in ambiguity disguised as anonymity. He doesn’t show his face in press photos, and his vocal style is all but obscured by overlayed effects. The aesthetic he achieves could be described as waterlogged bedroom pop producer.  Read more.  Art Feynman | Facebook | Instagram | … Continue reading

St. Vincent Returns to Rockstar Status at Filmed Hollywood Palladium Show

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photo by Kirby Gladstein.  You’ve probably heard a lot about St. Vincent recently. Only a few weeks ago, she gave an intimate and surprisingly stripped back show at the Belasco Theater. That show turned out to be a preview for her new EP, MassEducation, comprised of piano renditions of her own material. On first glance, that’s … Continue reading St. Vincent Returns to Rockstar Status at Filmed Hollywood Palladium Show