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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

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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

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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

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LANKS and Eremin’s Newest Masterpiece

sngalbums: LANKS is not a new name for SnG. He was relatively under my radar for awhile, having shared some great singles but lost among the constant bombardment of new records and live shows. What made me really pay attention was an innocent tweet some months ago, declaring he would be collaborating with Andrei Eremin, a talented up and coming producer that I’ve also been … Continue reading LANKS and Eremin’s Newest Masterpiece

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A Mature Debut: Don’t Let the Kids Win

sngalbums: Julia Jacklin’s debut is filled with a nascent wonder. Her songwriting is refreshingly youthful, remarking on small moments that become significant in our old age. Familiar folk progressions meet her beautifully restrained voice which create earworms that haunt my heart. The title track is an egregious offender in this case; I often murmur the refrain under my breath, but it sounds even more pained … Continue reading A Mature Debut: Don’t Let the Kids Win

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Talk To You Soon Speaks Volumes

sngalbums: Sam Ray’s newest release, Talk To You Soon, fits squarely in with the rest of his discography as Ricky Eat Acid, which faces the experimental side of electronica. In my experience, this genre can either lead one into enlightenment or fall very short as a self indulgent mess, with nothing really existing in the middle. Ricky Eat Acid undoubtedly exudes wisdom, yet never until … Continue reading Talk To You Soon Speaks Volumes

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On His Solo Debut, Terence Jack is Free

sngalbums: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  If there was one word I could use to describe Never Get Back, it would be tender. Rumbling out the gates with a Black Keys-esque single, the release twists to reveal unspoken desires, then nears catharsis by the end. His vocals are deep like Justin Vernon’s, where some moments even sound like outtakes from For Emma. A steel guitar … Continue reading On His Solo Debut, Terence Jack is Free

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On His Solo Debut, Terence Jack is Free

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  If there was one word I could use to describe Never Get Back, it would be tender. Rumbling out the gates with a Black Keys-esque single, the release twists to reveal unspoken desires, then nears catharsis by the end. His vocals are deep like Justin Vernon’s, where some moments even sound like outtakes from For Emma. A steel guitar slides … Continue reading On His Solo Debut, Terence Jack is Free

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Norwegian pop songstress, Aurora charms Los Angeles fans at 30 Days In LA at the Fonda

sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Andrew Gomez. Aurora masterfully navigates a sparse pop landscape. Fans told her before the show that they were ready to dance, but she admitted that her songs aren’t that type of pop music. Occasionally there is uptempo percussion, but her music is really about invasive insecurities and emotional escapism. You can dance to it, sure, … Continue reading Norwegian pop songstress, Aurora charms Los Angeles fans at 30 Days In LA at the Fonda

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Norwegian pop songstress, Aurora charms Los Angeles fans at 30 Days In LA at the Fonda

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Andrew Gomez. Aurora masterfully navigates a sparse pop landscape. Fans told her before the show that they were ready to dance, but she admitted that her songs aren’t that type of pop music. Occasionally there is uptempo percussion, but her music is really about invasive insecurities and emotional escapism. You can dance to it, sure, but … Continue reading Norwegian pop songstress, Aurora charms Los Angeles fans at 30 Days In LA at the Fonda

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