Landing at Lightning in a Bottle, you’re greeted by the bright, clinking sound of hammers hitting stakes. The rugged fandom of EDM, those brave disciples of PLURR, prep for five days of camping: planting tents, hanging tapestries, and setting up for the 16th iteration of sweltering heat, loud music, and dance-till-you-drop setlists that will test their endurance and commitment to live electronic dance music. 

When Wonderfront Festival announced their 2025 musician line-up back in January, there was a noticeable change in vibe compared to last year’s roster. In this fourth edition of the San Diego-based musical celebration, organizers picked fewer local bands and high-profile names, opting instead for a wider selection of mid-tier artists (in terms of celebrity, not quality). 

San Diego soul-pop collective sullvn is back with a bang, releasing their newest single, “Rooftop” which is a sun-soaked, horn-heavy celebration of love’s euphoric early stages.

When inspiration vanishes, it’s not a clean rest—it’s more like being trapped mid-phrase in a song that used to sing itself. For musicians, this can mean hours at the piano with nothing but empty chords or a melody that won’t lift off the ground. The pursuit of creative rhythm isn’t just about generating new compositions; it’s about clearing mental space so music has room to return. Sometimes the breakthrough isn’t about what’s added, but what’s cleared away.

What started out as a couple of brothers planning a birthday party, evolved into a 20-year old independent business that has become a cultural staple at music festivals around the world.

San Diego-based trio Sweet Myths has just released their first official music video for their emotional new single, "What a Beautiful Dream." The band, made up of Diego Rodriguez, Deejay Rich, and John Martinez, may be scattered across El Cajon, Pacific Beach, and North Park, but together, they’re carving out a sound that feels grounded, sincere, and instantly resonant.

New York’s chaotic-soft-punk duo Um, Jennifer? have officially released their long-awaited debut album, Um Comma Jennifer Question Mark, now streaming everywhere via Final Girl Records.

With their lineup locked in and a new record on the way, we sat down with Audrey to talk about influences, the creative process, and what’s coming next.

On a spring tour that winds through cities and soundchecks, rising indie artist Lyncs is soaking in the journey, both literally and creatively.

The Ivy’s music feels effortless — dreamy, indie-pop soundscapes that seem to flow straight from the heart. But behind the scenes, it's the product of a friendship built on chance meetings, shared influences, and a relentless creative drive.

If you’re a musician trying to turn your passion into a paycheck, the road to discovery doesn’t start with a record deal anymore—it starts with learning how to make your own damn signal in the static.

March and April mark a compelling two-part reveal from Beige Radio with the release of two distinct singles — Nostalgia Cloud and Patterns — each offering a different window into the emotional and creative world of an artist unafraid to break form and speak truth.

In her most haunting and historically resonant work to date, San Diego-based artist Gayle Skidmore returns with The Ashtabula River Railroad Disaster — a solo piano album that transforms grief, legacy, and personal history into a stirring eleven-track tribute.

With spring well underway, and summer quickly approaching, here comes music festival season!

There’s something beautifully reckless about Better Before. The San Diego-based trio doesn’t just play alternative punk—they hurl it, full-speed, like a bottle across a dive bar floor.

Southern California’s own KhanPhAro & the New Creatures just dropped a sonic gut-punch with their latest single Scumbag, released March 7, 2025.

Lime Cordiale is currently on their “Enough of the Sweet Talk” tour, promoting their 2024 album of the same name.

NYC-based indie-pop duo Ray Bull are heading west—and they’re bringing their latest project Little Acts of Violence to San Diego's Voodoo Room on April 24th as part of their North American tour.

For over five decades, the Festival d'été de Québec (FEQ) has been more than just a music festival—it’s been the heartbeat of summer in Québec City.

Get ready, San Diego—Drew & Ellie Holcomb are making their way to Humphreys Concerts by the Bay on April 6th for a night of heartfelt storytelling, soaring harmonies, and the kind of soul-stirring Americana that has made them a beloved duo in the folk and country music scene.

San Diego is a wonderful place for art lovers. Its rich cultural diversity, history, and art districts make it a travel destination for people everywhere.

San Diego, get ready – Lime Cordiale is bringing their high-energy, genre-blending sound to The Observatory North Park on March 25th as part of their massive 2025 North American and Mexico tour!

In this candid interview, J.R. delves into what it was like to dust off his old gear, adapt to modern recording technology, and channel the emotions of that time into his latest release, Another Day.

There’s no better way to kick off the summer than chilling at the San Diego Embarcadero during the annual Wonderfront Music Festival.

San Diego’s rising post-punk sensation, Tigers In Cairo, is making waves once again with the release of their latest single, “In Our Fields.”

This long-awaited track is more than just a comeback; it’s the result of four years of relentless dedication, rediscovering old gear, mastering new skills, and embracing the DIY spirit of music production.

Meet the up-and-coming indie/pop artist, Killian Hough.

Shake out your tarps and dust off your wub wub wubs, because Lightning in a Bottle (LiB) is back for 2025.

There’s a tree planted in Rainbow City Park, one which you would hardly call Fruitless. The debut EP by the NorCal indie-rock band is lavishly abundant with passionate performances, memorable songwriting, and nods to their creative influences.

Rising artist Kissyboi is making waves in the music scene with the release of his latest EP, hAPPILY eVER aFTER.