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Lucius Arthur Captivates at Brick and Mortar San Francisco

July 30, 2026

Tuesday night at Brick & Mortar Music Hall was the perfect reminder of why live music in intimate venues is so special. Opening the night was Kin + Me, who kicked things off with an energetic DJ remix set that had the crowd dancing early and set the tone for a fun night ahead. Next up was San Francisco indie rock band Slow Coast and they absolutely delivered. Their music is the perfect blend of feel-good vibes and  summer energy, creating a sound that’s instantly inviting. Their infectious performance quickly won over the audience, with the crowd fully embracing every song. They brought just the right mix of catchy melodies, driving rhythms, and uplifting energy, making them the perfect lead-in for the night’s headliner. Headlining the evening was Lucius Arthur, an artist I’ve been looking forward to seeing for quite some time. I’ve been following him on Instagram and have loved everything he’s been releasing, so finally seeing him live was something I had been anticipating. Somehow, he exceeded every expectation. From the moment he [Read More]

Indie

The Runarounds Capture Youthful Nostalgia in New Video for “Bleachers”

May 13, 2026

Indie rockers The Runarounds are continuing their big breakout year with the release of the new music video for “Bleachers,” and it perfectly captures that feeling of being young and wanting those moments to last forever. The track brings together their indie melodies with a nostalgic feeling that instantly takes you back to late night drives, sneaking out, first loves, and all those memories that stay with you as you get older and sometimes long for. It has that emotional energy that makes you want to roll the windows down and just live in the moment. One of the coolest parts about the video is that it features real fans during the performance scenes filmed at The Commodore in Charleston, South Carolina. That gives the video a genuine feeling and really shows the connection the band has with their fans. Drummer Zendé Murdock said  “We had such a blast filming our latest music video! Thanks to our incredible team, we were able to find little pockets of time over a couple days on tour to film [Read More]

Indie

Mercury Lights Up Rickshaw Stop with an Electrifying Set

March 6, 2025

  For a Tuesday night in San Francisco, the music was flowing at the Rickshaw Stop. Nashville indie rocker Mercury opened for The Backfires and delivered an incredible set that lit up the room. Despite the venue’s intimate size, the energy was massive—Mercury’s music and vocals captivated the crowd, filling the space with a vibrant, electric atmosphere. If you haven’t already, check out one of my favorite tracks, Swarm the Hive Mind—it’s one that will quickly make its way onto your playlist. Be sure to follow Mercury on social media so you don’t miss them the next time they hit the road! I will leave you with some of my favorite tracks and video:     Information & Links: Website: https://www.thebandmercury.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebandmercury Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0MaDtBu4Hw0qLH95poDSCk?si=SRTypXmzRxe4Shu4eg0LMg&nd=1&dlsi=f97179163e0147fb

Indie

Finn Wolfhard announces debut album and dates for headlining tour

March 6, 2025

  Finn Wolfhard is launching his solo career with the announcement of debut album, Happy Birthday. The album is due out June 6th via AWAL and just released is the first single, Choosing the latter. The catchy new track brings to life a nostalgic vibe with sunny guitars and his infectious vocals. Check out the new track here:     You can Pre-Order the new album HERE. Finn comments about his music, “were a way for me to establish control for myself and a little bit of peace. Music for me has always been something that I can control. And while I’m really grateful for acting and for a long time, it really provided me that peace, it’s just a different thing now that I’m an adult and that it’s a career. I still enjoy it a lot, but when I am by myself and get to play guitar and write a song, it’s a different kind of feeling I’m after.”   Happy Birthday tracklisting Happy Birthday Choose the latter Eat Objection! Everytown there’s a darling [Read More]

alt rock

Alt-Rocker Tim Steinruck shares the power of release with soulful single, Letting You Go

February 19, 2025

Alt-Rocker Tim Steinruck has just released a new single that truly shares the power of release. The new song Letting You Go  featuring Sarah Smith and is a song that has Steinruck confront the man he used to be and finally say goodbye to those parts. The track is a deeply emotional song that captures the raw vulnerability of self-realization and the bittersweet journey of release. It carries a sense of introspection, where every note and lyric reflects the struggle of holding on versus the necessity of letting go. The song’s evocative melodies and heartfelt delivery create a powerful moment of healing, guiding the listener through the catharsis of shedding a part of oneself in order to move forward. It’s a testament to growth, pain, and ultimately, the strength found in release.  Smith brings a warm layer to the track and it truly brings it all together. Check out the track here:   About Tim Steinruck Today, Steinruck runs a record company, a reality TV show, and an independent multimedia network. He’s the proprietor of [Read More]

Indie

Cloe Wilder Unveils New Single “Tallahassee” Ahead of Upcoming EP Life’s a Bitch

February 19, 2025

Rising folk-Americana pop artist Cloe Wilder has just released her latest single, “Tallahassee,” the opening track from her upcoming third EP, Life’s a Bitch. Set for release on March 21st, the EP is a six-song collection that highlights Wilder’s exquisite songwriting and storytelling, infused with raw emotion and unfiltered honesty. Co-written with Theo Kandel and Jack Klein, “Tallahassee” reflects Wilder’s personal journey as she transitioned from Florida to Los Angeles last year. The track beautifully captures the emotions tied to change, growth, and new beginnings, all wrapped in her signature intimate sound. Wilder comments about the track, “I wrote ‘Tallahassee’ last year with Theo and Jack. It was our very first session together and it was total magic. I was in the middle of moving to LA and I was experiencing a strange falling out with someone in my life. It was so shocking to me; I can usually see the end of a relationship coming. Theo and I were talking about my life and relationships, and I happened to mention Tallahassee, which is where [Read More]

Alternative

Rosa Bordallo’s Isidro takes you on an ethereal indie pop journey

January 27, 2025

Rosa Bordallo is a singer/songwriter and a Chamorro from island of Guam. Since she was 19 years old, she has been living in New York City carving out a unique musical path. Over the years, she has written, recorded and released several albums and EPs solo as well as a member of the indie rock band cholo.   She is now set to unveil her second full length solo album Isidro later this week. This album is a deeply personal work that reflects her passion for music, carrying an emotional vulnerability that resonates through each song, yet providing the perfect blend of indie pop and psychedelic electro-rock.   Music has always been a part of her life, she comments, “Music has always been my outlet, my pressure valve. I was a really shy and awkward kid, but I loved listening to the albums that my older siblings brought back from the [United] States. Artists like Björk, PJ Harvey, David Bowie and Pixies. I wanted to have an impact the way those musicians impacted me, on the [Read More]