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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.
Seanine Seven is a singer-songwriter hailing from Vista, California, whose music defies easy categorization. With a distinctive style he dubs “beat-based folk,” Seanine blends the dreamy textures of psychedelia, the sophistication of neo-soul, the nostalgic charm of exotica, and the laid-back grooves of lo-fi-hip-hop.
Over the years, blood pact has evolved into an intimate yet dynamic project that thrives on authenticity and freedom.
The energy was electric as over 2,000 fans caught the live debut of a song destined to become an anthem.
San Diego-based indie rock trio Daddy has officially unveiled their first EP, Limerent, a dreamy three-track collection that solidifies their place as one of the most stimulating arising acts in the San Diego indie music scene.
The Unity Center San Diego for decades has been the guiding light of excellence for the international Unity movement.
This weekend, EDM DJs ISOxo and Knock2 hosted their first-ever hometown festival, SAN DIEGO 4EVR, under the collaborative name, ISOKNOCK. The San Diego-based DJs released their first album “4EVR” in early August and quickly followed the release with an announcement for the festival.
Morskie Oko, the band known for their electrifying mix of post-paradise punk, is unveiling a new side to their sound with the release of Sad Girl which came out on December 13th.
ALL BLOG POSTS
The Band Cope: “Georgia” Out April 7th, 2023
A write up on Cope the Band’s newest single “Georgia,” out on April 7th.
Manic Monday Releases “Where I Belong”
Ellie interviews Manic Monday about their most recent release “Where I Belong”, recorded at Amplified Studios
Artist Spotlight: Blood Pact
Artists Spotlight interview with Blood Pact.
Suiteheart: “In To You”
Check out Suiteheart’s newest single, “In To You” out now on all platforms!
Louis Brazier - A San Diego Legend
An interview with Spencer and Samer on their time working/being friends with local legend, Louis Brazier.
Artist Spotlight: Topeka Clementine
Artist Spotlight interview with Topeka Clementine.
Humble Heart OB - 2.18.23
A write up on the 2.18.23 Humble Heart show featuring bands Fieldrush, Spillboy, and Rain on Fridays.
Donna Drive’s Debut Single - “Cha Cha”
Up-and-coming band Donna Drive just released their debut single, "Cha Cha."
An Interview with Blood Pact: Sonic Melancholy
An Interview with local shoegaze artist Blood Pact.
Top 5 Underground Hardcore/Punk Bands in SD Right Now
Top 5 underground hardcore/punk bands in San Diego, California right now.
Meet Fieldrush: A West-Coast Emo Band
An interview with local San Diego emo band Fieldrush.
An Interview With Drug Hunt: Through The Night
An interview with Jason from Drug Hunt about their most recent single, “Through the Night.”
An Interview with Blossom: Heavily Mellow
An interview with San Diego local band Blossom. Photos by the lovely Eden.
Five Reasons Everyone in a Band Should Know the Nashville Number System
Here are 5 reasons why everyone in a band should know the Nashville Number System by Cory Wilkins.
An Interview with Matt Heckler
An interview with Matt Heckler by Sydney Hagen.
An Interview with The Renters: Indie Underground Realness
An interview with the band The Renters by Madi.
Barbwire Turns Full Circle Saloon into a Honkytonk
Barbwire turns Full Circle Saloon into a honkytonk
Amplified Studios - 1.27.23
A glimpse into Amplifiedsd’s (us) first showcase at Amplified Studios.
Blossom Live at Public Square by Eden
An interview with photographer Eden about their experience shooting the band Blossom and other live local San Diego musicians in general.
Matthew Hall OB Generator Show by Strange Exposures
Smiles (@strangeexposures) talks about shooting Matthew Hall in OB last weekend