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Mayday Parade’s "Sweet" is the Emo Revival We Didn’t Know We Needed
Welcome back, boys. We missed you. Mayday Parade is 20 years in and somehow still managing to kick us in the feels like it’s 2007 and...

Rebecca McDevitt
6 days ago


Half•Alive Lights Up Detroit with Visual Brilliance and Unshakable Vibes
On a wet and slightly dreary Tuesday night in Detroit, Half•Alive offered an antidote to the gloom, delivering an immersive audiovisual experience that blurred the lines between concert and performance art.

LJ Portnoy
Apr 17


Emo Meets EDM: Said The Sky & Taylor Acorn Craft Something Special on “Reminisce”
When Said The Sky teams up with Taylor Acorn, you already know your heart's about to be put through it—in the best possible way....

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 16


"Can You Feel It?" Detroit’s Graveyard Punk Group, Former Critics, Return with a Vengeance
Former Critics embrace chaos and evolution with their new single, music video, and upcoming tour. Article by: Konstantina Buhalis,...
Konstantina Buhalis
Apr 12


The Used Revives the Romance of Emo in Detroit
With 2.8 million monthly Spotify listeners still tuning in, The Used’s influence hasn’t faded—it’s evolved.
Konstantina Buhalis
Apr 11


Sax Appeal: A Behind The Scenes Look at Gabi Rose
Article by Rebecca McDevitt / Contributions by Rebecca McDevitt & LJ Portnoy If you're feeling saxy, Gabi Rose is here to blow you...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 4


Diamonds, Daggers, and Depths: Senses Cuts Deep in Philly
Photo by Rebecca McDevitt - RJL Photography If you haven't listened to senses , now is your chance. I discovered senses listening to a...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 1


Dropkick Murphys Fans Shipped Up to the Pocono Mountains for Annual St. Paddy's Day Celebration
Photos and Review by Eric Sperrazza Photo by Eric Sperrazza Since 2002, Dropkick Murphys have performed a series of shows leading up to...
Eric Sperrazza
Mar 15


Featured Artist Interview: Chucky Hugh
Some artists are born into music; others find their way to it through sheer passion and relentless pursuit. Chucky Hugh blends both.

Rebecca McDevitt
Mar 13


New Music Friday: Hidden Indie Gems You Should Have on Repeat Right Now!
Have you ever heard a song so good that you immediately text your friends, “How have I never heard this before?!”

LJ Portnoy
Feb 28


Grayscale Pours their “Hart” into Album Release Show
Photo by Rebecca McDevitt - RJL Photography Last night, Philadelphia's own Grayscale delivered an unforgettable early album release show...

Rebecca McDevitt
Dec 23, 2024


Cassadee Pope Rocks Cooper River Park Twilight Concert Series
Cassadee Pope delivered an unforgettable performance at the Twilight Concert Series held at Jack Curtis Stadium in Cooper River Park on...

Rebecca McDevitt
Jun 29, 2024


Milahroy Shines on the My Oh Mini Tour with Performances in New Haven and Brooklyn
Photo by Rebecca McDevitt - RJL Photography At Witch Bitch Thrift, the venue transformed into the ultimate indie music hotspot as...

Rebecca McDevitt
May 31, 2024
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