Lauren Ruth Ward Leads a Fierce Galentine’s Day Celebration

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Lauren Ruth Ward’s grand finale was one worth waiting for. Though they were persistent throughout most of the earlier acts, she did not allow production issues to dampen the wonder of her live set. She ended up abandoning a guitar during a song due to the feedback, and used the time to dance like the provocative chanteuse that she … Continue reading Lauren Ruth Ward Leads a Fierce Galentine’s Day Celebration

Lauren Ruth Ward Leads a Fierce Galentine’s Day Celebration

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Lauren Ruth Ward’s grand finale was one worth waiting for. Though they were persistent throughout most of the earlier acts, she did not allow production issues to dampen the wonder of her live set. She ended up abandoning a guitar during a song due to the feedback, and used the time to dance like the provocative chanteuse that she is. … Continue reading Lauren Ruth Ward Leads a Fierce Galentine’s Day Celebration

Lo Moon Pull Back Shroud at Teragram Ballroom

sngshows: When does a band “make it”? After a successful album? Upon landing a prominent sync? Some think it depends on their number of fans, or how much money the artist makes on their craft. In some ways, all of these are factors in a musician’s fame, but other times, such as in the career of LA-based Lo Moon, the sheer will of the group … Continue reading Lo Moon Pull Back Shroud at Teragram Ballroom

Lo Moon Pull Back Shroud at Teragram Ballroom

When does a band “make it”? After a successful album? Upon landing a prominent sync? Some think it depends on their number of fans, or how much money the artist makes on their craft. In some ways, all of these are factors in a musician’s fame, but other times, such as in the career of LA-based Lo Moon, the sheer will of the group can … Continue reading Lo Moon Pull Back Shroud at Teragram Ballroom

Take a close look at the album jacket for Primitivo! by Madd Blake y Los Stalins and let’s unpack. The image is horrific yet surreal, if not par for the course for grim metal and hard rock album covers. Beyond that, the song titles themselves demand a few questions, with tracks like “Human Fucker Machine,” “Nazis Bombing USA,” or “Mi Novia Es Un Zombi.” Still, the steady groan … Continue reading