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Outside Lands 2025 announces Lineup, Who are you excited for?

March 25, 2025

OUTSIDE LANDS 2025 ANNOUNCES LINEUP FEATURING: TYLER, THE CREATOR, HOZIER, DOJA CAT JOHN SUMMIT, ANDERSON .PAAK & THE FREE NATIONALS, VAMPIRE WEEKEND, GRACIE ABRAMS, GLASS ANIMALS, JAMIE XX, DOECHII, GESAFFELSTEIN AND MUCH MORE OUTSIDE LANDS RETURNS TO ICONIC GOLDEN GATE PARK AUGUST 8 – 10, 2025 3-DAY GA, GA+, VIP, GOLDEN GATE CLUB AND PAYMENT PLAN PASSES ON SALE TOMORROW, MARCH 26 AT 10 AM PT WWW.SFOUTSIDELANDS.COM The beloved Bay Area festival, Outside Lands, has announced the lineup for its 17th year, once again boasting the finest music, food, drinks, art and cannabis in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park on August 8 – 10. Organizers are thrilled to announce this year’s headliners, featuring two-time Grammy Award-winning rapper and producer, Tyler, The Creator, Platinum-selling, GRAMMY-nominated Irish singer-songwriter, Hozier and GRAMMY-award winning singer and rapper, Doja Cat. 3-Day tickets go on sale tomorrow, March 26 at 10 AM PT exclusively at www.sfoutsidelands.com and are expected to sell out quickly. Once again, exceeding the standards of what a music festival can be, Outside Lands 2025 will offer top tier talent including: John Summit, Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, Vampire Weekend, Gracie Abrams, Doechii, Glass Animals, Jamie xx and Gesaffelstein plus Bleachers, [Read More]

Saint Motel Brings High-Energy Spectacle to The Fillmore on Symphony in the Sky Tour

March 22, 2025

Saint Motel made their highly anticipated return to San Francisco for two electrifying nights at the legendary Fillmore, bringing their Symphony in the Sky tour to a city that has long embraced their infectious sound. Supporting their latest album of the same name, the band delivered a set packed with electrifying energy, infectious melodies, and a stage presence that had the crowd hooked from start to finish. Starting off the night was synthpop band, Great, Good, Fine Ok. One of the most remarkable aspects of the show was the sheer range of fans in attendance. The audience spanned generations, with longtime followers singing every word alongside newer fans experiencing the band’s live magic for the first time. Regardless of how they discovered Saint Motel, everyone shared the same excitement, creating a lively atmosphere that amplified the night’s energy. Check out photos from their set by our Rockin Ryan: From the moment they hit the stage, the band wasted no time launching into a dynamic performance. Frontman AJ Jackson exuded charisma, effortlessly guiding the audience through [Read More]

Nessa Barrett and Ari Abdul Mesmerize the Fox Theater with an Unforgettable Night

March 19, 2025

The Fox Theater in Oakland was alive with energy as Nessa Barrett and Ari Abdul delivered an electrifying night of music, leaving the audience completely captivated. From the moment Ari Abdul took the stage, the crowd was fully engaged, ready to dance and lose themselves in the music. With her mesmerizing vocals and an incredible guitarist driving the sound, she had fans dancing non-stop, feeding off the pulsating energy that filled the venue. The excitement was undeniable, with the crowd screaming for more as she wrapped up her set. Check out photos of Ari Abdul by our Rockin Ryan: As the lights dimmed and Nessa Barrett took the stage, the volume inside the Fox Theater reached an entirely new level. The roar of the crowd was deafening, a testament to the deep connection between Barrett and her fans. Every song became a communal experience, with the audience passionately singing along to every lyric. Barrett’s stage presence was magnetic—she moved with effortless control, drawing the crowd in and holding them in the palm of her hand. [Read More]

Ellise Delivers a Stunning Hometown Performance at Great American Music Hall

March 17, 2025

The Bay Area has always been a hotspot for incredible live music, with artists from all over the world stopping through. But there’s something uniquely special about a hometown artist returning to take the stage. That was the case when Ellise, hailing from Foster City, California, opened for Bishop Briggs on tour at the Great American Music Hall. And from the moment she stepped into the spotlight, it was clear that this was more than just an opening set—it was a defining moment for an artist on the rise. Ellise commanded the stage with a dynamic and deeply emotional performance, drawing the audience in with her powerhouse vocals. Her voice carried a raw, haunting depth that resonated through the historic venue, effortlessly captivating both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Each song was delivered with an undeniable intensity, making it clear that Ellise is not just another emerging artist—she’s a force to be reckoned with. Check out photos of her set by our Rockin Ryan: Her set featured several songs from her upcoming album, Pretty [Read More]

Parkway Drive release final part of their tour documentary

March 16, 2025

In anticipation of their highly awaited European tour, Parkway Drive released the second part of exclusive long-form content from their massive 20-year anniversary Australian Tour last year. This final installment offers fans an unfiltered look at the tour’s most intense moments—bringing them closer than ever to the band’s landmark celebration. A true fly-on-the-wall experience of one of Australia’s biggest heavy tours. If you missed part one, check that out too. The recent performances in Australia were absolute milestones in Parkway Drive’s two-decade dominance of the broad realm of heavy music. The anniversary tour attracted huge crowds and underlined the unstoppable momentum with which the popular five-piece is moving ever further forward. Sold-out shows and record-breaking attendance: The tour was a phenomenal success with over 62,000 tickets sold and is one of the biggest in Australian heavy music history! Europe is up next and it’s going to be huge. Make sure to get your tickets HERE. 09/19 Leipzig, GER – Quarterback Immobilien Arena 09/20 Munich, GER – Olympiahalle 09/21 Vienna, AUT – Stadthalle 09/23 Zurich, SWI [Read More]

Buster Shuffle share new single “Masterplan”

March 16, 2025

London quartet Buster Shuffle shared their latest single “Masterplan” of the band’s highly anticipated album “Together”, which will be released on March 28th via Do Nothing/Cargo. From the first note, “Masterplan” kicks in with that signature Buster Shuffle bounce – piano leading the charge, a rhythm section that refuses to sit still, and Jet Baker‘s unmistakable vocal delivery, half a grin, half a challenge. It‘s ska with swagger, a nod to pub singalongs and backroom shenanigans, where everyone‘s in on the joke, and no one‘s sitting down. “Our fans, the Shuffly Army, are everything to us and supported us from day one. We also wanted to write an album, where we could get together and sing our hearts out. We’re stoked to present this song to them and also a new album.”, Jet says. The record will include some surprises. A sonic treat was when Jet and the boys managed to get a 2000 strong crowd to sing the hook for the track ‘Take a Pill’, a song about sticking together and navigating through a [Read More]

Palaye Royale Ends Their Death or Glory Tour with a Triumphant San Francisco Finale

March 11, 2025

PALAYE ROYALE wrapped up their Death or Glory North American tour this past Sunday night, and what a way to close it out—at the legendary Great American Music Hall in San Francisco. The band once again proved that they don’t just meet expectations; they shatter them with every performance. The Death or Glory tour took Palaye Royale across the country with an astonishing 140 shows in 10 months, earning them high praise along the way. Their San Francisco stop was completely sold out, with devoted fans lining up early in the afternoon. If there’s one thing that remains constant, it’s the unwavering dedication of Palaye Royale’s fans. Many don’t just attend one show—they travel across cities, sometimes even states, to support and celebrate the band. Sebastian came out of the gate with energy and adrenaline ablaze, dazzling the crowd with Gretsch and his electrifying presence. Remington is a true frontman, completely commanding the performance with his raw intensity and unstoppable momentum. Filling in for Emerson on drums was their bassist Logan, who delivered an outstanding [Read More]