Humor balances the disturbing in O Future’s new video Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  O Future are back with a video to accompany their song, ‘Smell You’, which is an excellent representation of their left-field brilliance. Not that they are shy about it. The band formerly known as OOFJ has made and starred in—and earned praised for—many curious clips throughout their … Continue reading

Laura Jean Anderson Puts on a Brave Face Ahead of Bootleg Show Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  The holiday time brings cheer for most, but when spent away from family or friends, one may become forlorn. Laura Jean Anderson’s recent EP should alleviate the pain, not only for anyone in such a position this December, but for all who have felt self-doubt at any point … Continue reading

Adeline Hotel embraces contradiction and nostalgia on Away Together

Photo Credit: Chris Bernabeo Originally appeared on the 405; view archived article here.  As Dan Knishkowy, aka Adeline Hotel, explains in his new record, life is filled with contradictions. Called Away Together, it is his third solo LP, though he has lent a hand on a few other recent releases such as Ian Wayne’s A Place Where Nothing Matters and Lung Cycles’ self-titled album. Knishkowy’s … Continue reading Adeline Hotel embraces contradiction and nostalgia on Away Together

DeathByRomy Brings the Monsters to Moroccan Lounge This December Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Rising goth pop star DeathByRomy revealed her debut full-length record, Monsters, this past September and it is fierce. The local artist exhibits a wide range of sounds on the album; it begins with Lana Del Rey-like ballads and moves into melodic pop tunes where the bass is turned up to eleven. … Continue reading

Sing Along to HAERTS’ Anthemic New Record at the Moroccan on December 17 Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  For a gut punch of empathy, check out the latest album from German duo HAERTS. The band has origins in Munich, but came to prominence in New York, where they are currently based. Their sophomore record came out earlier this year, and given its themes, New Compassion … Continue reading

Celebrate All Things Floral With Valley Maker at Resident on December 11

sngalbums: Photo Credit: Kiersten Miller Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Austin Crane, aka Seattle’s Valley Maker, is currently on tour, with a stop in LA planned for December 11th. He is on the road supporting his recent LP, Rhododenron, a floral release in more ways than one. Images of flowers and growth appear throughout the album, which itself is named after a genus of woody … Continue reading Celebrate All Things Floral With Valley Maker at Resident on December 11

Renew Your Resistance With New Single From Rituals of Mine And Grab Tickets to Their Upcoming Show at Resident Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Dark electronic duo Rituals of Mine is fresh off a tour with Garbage and they have immediately hit the pavement since settling back in. They are in the middle of writing a sophomore LP to follow up their acclaimed debut, Devoted, … Continue reading