Music Pick: Ja Rule and Ashanti at the Novo
Ja Rule and Ashanti on Valentine’s Day? Serving as the Valentine’s Day special, the dynamic duo will take over The Novo on February 14 for what we could only imagine is the most romantic concert of the...
View ArticleMusic Pick: Anthony Gomes at the Maui Sugar Mill Saloon
Bluesman Anthony Gomes describes himself as the classic triple threat — guitarist, vocalist and songwriter.
View Article12 Best Music Shows in L.A. This Week
Los Angeles is a hotbed of live music, and L.A. Weekly is here to help navigate this embarrassment of riches. From the haunting sounds of Marissa Nadler to the sunshine rock of Bob Mould and Kikagaku...
View ArticleZhavia Strides Out of The Four
It’s almost baffling to realize Zhavia is only 17 years old. While turning 18 on the night of her first official L.A. show at the Troubadour on Wednesday, March 6, will be monumental in itself, real...
View ArticleNew Motown Artist NJOMZA Talks Mac Miller and More
Singer-songwriter NJOMZA lies in the realm somewhere between pop, R&B, soul and EDM. “I just do what I feel,” she says. Hailing from Chicago and attributing her success to Mac Miller, the...
View Article10 Acts to Look Out for at the African-American Festival
The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is celebrating African-American Month with its 17th annual African-American Festival. As ever, there’s a wonderful array of entertainment, and naturally much...
View ArticleTrack of the Week: Snoh Aalegra's "I Want You Around"
Hailing from Sweden, Persian singer-songwriter Snoh Aalegra exploded onto the scene with her album Feels, with standout track “Time” even capturing the attention of Drake, resulting in “Do Not Disturb”...
View ArticleTrack of the Week: Jordan Ward's "Holdin Me Back"
If you’re a fan of discovering artists before they blow up, Jordan Ward is your guy. Hailing from St. Louis but finding his way to the City of Angels to pursue his dreams at the age of 18, the “Candid”...
View ArticleThe Best Gig I Ever Saw: Skylar Stecker
"The Best Gig I Ever Saw" is a weekly column that will see us ask a musician to chat about their favorite concert thus far. This week it's R&B-pop singer-songwriter Skylar Stecker.
View ArticleMusic Pick: Summer Walker
Summer Walker is your favorite singer's favorite singer. Hailing from Atlanta, the singer-songwriter continues to unleash feel-good records that not only sound good but are extremely relatable to the...
View Article12 Best Music Shows in L.A. This Week
Los Angeles is a hotbed of live music, and L.A. Weekly is here to help navigate this embarrassment of riches. From the return of Joe Jackson to the explorations of Julia Holter, from local favorites...
View ArticleMusic Pick: Diana Ross
Any visitation from Diana Ross is more likely to feel like a royal coronation than a mere concert performance, and while it's not known yet which special guests will join her on her glittery runway,...
View ArticleMusic Pick: The Rubens, Veronica Bianqui
2018 was a big year for Australian pop-soul rockers The Rubens, as they went out on tour in the States, Europe and Australasia before releasing their third album, LO LA RU, and then opening for Pink on...
View ArticleThe Verdoros Bring New Blues to Huntington Beach
This Saturday, the New Blues Festival takes place for the first time at Huntington Beach Sports Complex. Performers include guitarist extraordinaire Eric Sardinas, rockabilly troupe the Rhythm Shakers,...
View ArticleTrack Of the Week: Shae Jacobs' "How To Be Friends"
Having worked behind the scenes, penning and producing hits for the likes of Ty Dolla $ign, The Chainsmokers, Snoop Dogg, Jason Derulo and more, British-born recording artist Shae Jacobs unleashes his...
View ArticleMusic Pick: Tav Falco's Panther Burns
Singer-guitarist Tav Falco has been leading varying lineups of Panther Burns since 1979, when he formed the band in Memphis and allied himself for a spell with Big Star's Alex Chilton. Over the...
View ArticleTrouble In Paradise For Elhae
Elhae’s name stands for “Every Life Has An Ending,” which is why he lives every day to the fullest. That means providing tunes for the masses to vibe to, relate to and remember. From the smooth sultry...
View ArticlePink Sweat$' Music Is Medicine
Pink Sweat$ brings emotion, love, and authenticity into each one of his songs. The singer-songwriter describes his music as medicine. Sometimes you try a pill and it’s not for you, and your doctor...
View ArticleMusic Pick: Claudia Lennear & the New Ash Grove Players
Claudia Lennear is a powerhouse of a vocalist, and in the past she has launched her fiery singing with such performers as Ike & Tina Turner, Leon Russell, Joe Cocker, Humble Pie, Delaney &...
View ArticleTrevor Jackson Paints Personal Picture With Rough Drafts
Trevor Jackson is here to spread the message of self-acceptance — in more ways than one. Whether he’s making music, acting, directing, or even surfing, the 22-year-old is living and loving life to the...
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