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The Last Dinner Party transform The Fox Theater into a Cinematic Dream

May 28, 2026

The return of The Last Dinner Party to the Bay Area proved to be nothing short of magical as they performed to a packed crowd at the Fox Theater in Oakland last night. It was incredible to see the band continuing their rise onto bigger and bigger stages, and the energy from the fans showed just how much anticipation surrounded their return. Long before doors opened, lines of fans wrapped around the venue, many dressed in beautifully curated outfits inspired by The Last Dinner Party’s romantic and theatrical aesthetic. The atmosphere outside already felt like part of the show itself, setting the tone for an unforgettable evening. The night kicked off with a viby fun set by Automatic, who quickly got the crowd fired up and ready for what was ahead. But one of the first things that immediately stood out was the stunning stage design for The Last Dinner Party. There was no curtain drop or dramatic reveal needed. The stage itself already felt like stepping into another world. Flowing draped fabric stretched across [Read More]

Cryptopsy in Berkeley: A night of Rage, Stage Diving and Death Metal Fury

May 16, 2026

Cryptopsy’s night of brutality kicked off with a fierce lineup of openers that each brought their own flavor to the chaos. First up was Blood Monolith, who wasted no time setting the tone for the night with an all-out death metal assault. Their drummer was absolutely insane, unleashing relentless blast beats that felt like they might shake the room apart. From the opening moments, they came out with one mission: get the crowd fired up and ready for what was ahead. Next up was Spirit Adrift, bringing a completely different vibe to the evening. Their mix of stoner and doom metal added diversity to the lineup and gave the crowd a chance to settle into a heavier groove. The shift in style worked perfectly, creating a different energy while still keeping the momentum rolling. The audience was fully locked into their vibe and welcomed the change of pace. Necrot hit the stage next and instantly reignited the room with explosive energy.Being from Oakland, it definitely felt like hometown support was in full force. Their set [Read More]

Grace Bowers Turns the Guild into a High-Energy Celebration of Music

May 15, 2026

The first time we saw Grace Bowers was back in 2024/25 at BottleRock Napa Valley, and she completely captured our attention and impressed us with her incredible guitar skills. Ever since then, we had been waiting for the chance to see her again, making last night at The Guild Theatre feel like a full-circle moment. The evening kicked off with Mint Green delivering a fantastic set that had the crowd singing along and fully engaged from the start, their cover of Creep was killer. Recently relocated to California, Mint Green brought an infectious energy to the stage, and we’re already looking forward to catching more of their upcoming shows. As the venue continued to fill, Grace hit the stage and completely owned it from start to finish. Not only was her guitar playing absolutely jaw-dropping, but her vocals carried such a charismatic energy that you couldn’t help but get swept up in the emotion, passion, and intensity she poured into every song. Whether she was diving into a bluesy groove, channeling an angsty punk-rock vibe, or delivering a [Read More]

Savage Hands & Of Virtue Announce The Art Of Love And Power Tour

May 13, 2026

Heavy music fans are going to want to keep an eye on this one. Savage Hands and Of Virtue have officially announced their co-headlining The Art Of Love And Power Tour, and it is shaping up to be one of the hardest hitting tours of the summer. The 27-date North American run kicks off July 16th in North Carolina and wraps up August 21st in Nashville. The tour will feature both bands rotating headline spots each night, giving fans full high-energy sets from both acts. Support will come from Set For Tomorrow during the first half of the tour, while Kingdom Collapse joins the second half. Sorry X will appear on all dates. Savage Hands continue building momentum after a huge year that included signing with Oxide Music, playing to massive crowds at Louder Than Life, and touring with Attack Attack!. Their sound blends metalcore, post-hardcore, and alternative rock into something that hits hard while still carrying emotional depth. Meanwhile, Of Virtue are coming off a strong run with recent singles “Death Of The Altar” [Read More]

Tove Lo Announces New Album ESTRUS and Unleashes “I’m your girl right?”

May 13, 2026

Tove Lo is officially back with a new era. The Swedish pop icon has just announced her sixth studio album ESTRUS and it will be released on September 18th via Pretty Swede Records/Virgin Group. In addition is the release of the new single, “I’m Your Girl Right?” as well as the new music video directed by Nogari. Check out the video here: From everything revealed so far, ESTRUS sounds like it’s diving even deeper into the raw honesty and emotional chaos that’s always made Tove Lo stand out. Inspired by artists like The Knife and Robyn, the album blends electro-pop energy with themes of desire, vulnerability, identity, and emotional conflict. Tove comments on the album: “The first song and video from my new album ESTRUS are out. I know you’ve been waiting a long time and I hope it’s worth the wait. It was for me! Can’t wait to share the rest of this album with you. We shot this video in Brazil and I think it turned out so stunning. The best crew ever. [Read More]

Balmora unleash crushing new track Moon Light Hysteria

May 12, 2026

Balmora are bringing the intensity with their new track “Moon Light Hysteria,” giving fans another crushing preview of their debut album These Graven Halls, due out May 29th via Daze. The song hits hard with punishing breakdowns and relentless energy, while still weaving in melodic tones that add depth without ever pulling back on the heaviness. The screams feel raw and emotionally charged, driving the track with an urgency that keeps you locked in from beginning to end. Balmora balance chaos and atmosphere perfectly here, creating a song that feels both brutal and immersive all at once. The band comments about the track, ‘Moon Light Hysteria’ is what the band refers to as the ‘title track.’ We wanted to simulate being trapped in a nightmarish cathedral or dungeon while an entity is hunting you. It also serves as a metaphor for life. We shan’t soon leave these graven halls of our lives’ suffering. The halls are you, the entity is only known to you.” Stream “MOON LIGHT HYSTERIA” HERE and HERE, and preorder THESE GRAVEN HALLS through DAZE. Along with the [Read More]

The Last Dinner Party release new single “Big Dog”

May 8, 2026

Today, The Last Dinner Party released their new single “Big Dog,” a track that’s already become a standout favorite during their live shows. The song was co-produced by the ban, marking their first production credit alongside Animesh Raval. “Big Dog” leans into a darker, more intense art-pop sound with shades reminiscent of PJ Harvey. Alongside the single, the band also shared “Come All You Beasts,” a spoken word piece they often perform before the song during concerts. Band member Georgia Davies explained that “Come All You Beasts” was created to introduce the mythic and storytelling themes that connect From the Pyre and “Big Dog.” She said the piece blends themes from the song with Bible passages, twisting traditional ideas about women’s safety. Drawing inspiration from poetry and performance art, the band felt spoken word and improvised music naturally fit their creative style. Fans can stream “Big Dog” and watch the accompanying music video now: The band has also added more dates supporting Olivia Rodrigo after strong demand. Their residency now includes ten shows at [Read More]