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HDLSS Dumb It Down With Nuanced Complexity

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  We currently live in a culture of rabid misinformation. Talking heads try to convince us that our feelings are equivalent to facts. Truth is virtually meaningless. It will take decades to confront and undo these issues, and in all likelihood they will never actually be eradicated. And yet we still must fight, through whatever action we can. Artists have been … Continue reading HDLSS Dumb It Down With Nuanced Complexity

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Australian Duo Oh Pep! Enchant the Bootleg Theater with Charming Folk Rock

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Danielle Gornbein.  Thursday night at the Bootleg was a trove of fresh talent. Three solid acts, culminating with Australian folk pop duo Oh Pep!, all commanded the stage with their unique touches on acoustic and folk rock. This was my third time seeing these Aussies, and I have to say that the third time really is … Continue reading Australian Duo Oh Pep! Enchant the Bootleg Theater with Charming Folk Rock

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Cub Sport and LAYNE Were on Fire at the Bootleg (But Don’t Put Them Out)

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words and less-than-ideal photos by me.  If you were not at the Bootleg Theater last Thursday night, then you missed a perfect night of pop. I have been following the two acts on the bill for some time, but this was the first opportunity that I got to actually see them perform live. Local pop-rock group LAYNE opened the night … Continue reading Cub Sport and LAYNE Were on Fire at the Bootleg (But Don’t Put Them Out)

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Falsetto Down: Vérité Rocked the Echo on the Final Night of her Tour

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by William Gormley. Pop is a polarizing genre. I have been on both sides of the argument, debating its merit in the contemporary American music scene, especially in a Top 40 context. But that certainly doesn’t exempt me from loving the tried and true mix of catchy hooks, simple melodies, and great vocals. With Lostboycrow opening for … Continue reading Falsetto Down: Vérité Rocked the Echo on the Final Night of her Tour

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Falsetto Down: Vérité Rocked the Echo on the Final Night of her Tour

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by William Gormley. Pop is a polarizing genre. I have been on both sides of the argument, debating its merit in the contemporary American music scene, especially in a Top 40 context. But that certainly doesn’t exempt me from loving the tried and true mix of catchy hooks, simple melodies, and great vocals. With Lostboycrow opening for Vérité … Continue reading Falsetto Down: Vérité Rocked the Echo on the Final Night of her Tour

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Sweet Yet Strong: Milk & Bone’s Spectacular LA Debut at the Bootleg Theater

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words and too-dark photos by me.  The Bootleg Theater was host to a slew of incredible acts this past Friday night. For our main course, Milk & Bone show us why they were so lauded at SXSW, and to open for them were Danke and vōx, who both put on blissful bass-filled sets. I missed most of Danke at the start … Continue reading Sweet Yet Strong: Milk & Bone’s Spectacular LA Debut at the Bootleg Theater

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The Echoplex Roared for Bayonne and Petite Noir

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words and grainy photos by me.  Tuesday was another unforgettable night at The Echoplex, this time spent with experimental electronic artists Bayonne aka Roger Sellers and Petite Noir aka Yannick Ilunga. The show was the first date of Bayonne’s national tour and served as a preview for the incredible dropping of his debut LP, Primitives, due out this Friday, March … Continue reading The Echoplex Roared for Bayonne and Petite Noir

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Morgan Kibby sings her heart out as White Sea

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by  Danielle Gornbein.  The Bootleg Theater is host to a special Wednesday night residency this month with featured artist White Sea. The shows are free and I was able to catch their penultimate performance last night. Supported by local friends The Bulls, White Sea lead singer Morgan Kibby showed us the limits of the human voice … Continue reading Morgan Kibby sings her heart out as White Sea

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Morgan Kibby sings her heart out as White Sea

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by  Danielle Gornbein.  The Bootleg Theater is host to a special Wednesday night residency this month with featured artist White Sea. The shows are free and I was able to catch their penultimate performance last night. Supported by local friends The Bulls, White Sea lead singer Morgan Kibby showed us the limits of the human voice while … Continue reading Morgan Kibby sings her heart out as White Sea

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