Electrop pop sensations St. Lucia and BAIO dazzled crowds at the Wiltern

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Danielle Gornbein.  BAIO is not the most innovative electronic musician I’ve heard nor would I characterize his live show as revolutionary, but hell, the whole affair still is fresh and fun. Not another DJ could make tapping one button in time to the beat look so amusing. Nor could any other white boy make shaking … Continue reading Electrop pop sensations St. Lucia and BAIO dazzled crowds at the Wiltern

Electrop pop sensations St. Lucia and BAIO dazzled crowds at the Wiltern

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Danielle Gornbein.  BAIO is not the most innovative electronic musician I’ve heard nor would I characterize his live show as revolutionary, but hell, the whole affair still is fresh and fun. Not another DJ could make tapping one button in time to the beat look so amusing. Nor could any other white boy make shaking your … Continue reading Electrop pop sensations St. Lucia and BAIO dazzled crowds at the Wiltern

Joyous Melodies Await You on Kishi Bashi’s New LP Sonderlust

sngalbums: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. For many readers, the name Kishi Bashi is not new. Kaoru Ishibashi has been making music under that moniker for a few years, releasing his debut LP, 151a, in 2012. But prior to that, people probably knew him as a member of of Montreal, or even from his days with Jupiter One, a group he co-founded in 2003. This … Continue reading Joyous Melodies Await You on Kishi Bashi’s New LP Sonderlust

Broods Ignite Passion at Their First “Local” LA Show, Supported by Jarryd James

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Andrew Gomez.  Broods gives off an infectious energy. It is the kind of feeling that makes you want to pursue your passions and also forces you to be in the moment. For some at this show, that translated to dancing until your drink gets knocked over or taking lip syncing selfies; for others, it meant … Continue reading Broods Ignite Passion at Their First “Local” LA Show, Supported by Jarryd James

Kauf’s Bright Electronica Cuts Through a Dark Haze at Final Echo Residency Performance

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Monday night at the Echo marked the final night of Kauf’s monthlong residency at the famous Echo Park venue. He was joined by some of LA’s brightest indie rockers, including Rush Midnight and pr0files, with a closing DJ set by Jeffrey Brodsky that kept the crowd dancing after hours. Some seemingly discarded blue lights were lying askew across the … Continue reading Kauf’s Bright Electronica Cuts Through a Dark Haze at Final Echo Residency Performance

Broods Ignite Passion at Their First “Local” LA Show, Supported by Jarryd James

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Andrew Gomez.  Broods gives off an infectious energy. It is the kind of feeling that makes you want to pursue your passions and also forces you to be in the moment. For some at this show, that translated to dancing until your drink gets knocked over or taking lip syncing selfies; for others, it meant getting … Continue reading Broods Ignite Passion at Their First “Local” LA Show, Supported by Jarryd James