In the Disney film Mulan, the Emperor of China says, “The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of them all.” Of course, he isn’t trying to reference Blur’s eponymous fifth album with this line, but…
Interview: Irontom
Irontom is one of the most exciting new rock bands in the scene. Its five members—Harry Hayes (vocals), Zach Irons (guitar), Daniel Saslow (keys), Dane Sandborg (bass), and Dyl Williams (drums)—bring immeasurable energy to every song, evoking comparisons to legends…
Interview: Mike Huguenor of Hard Girls
Hard Girls is a California punk trio comprised of Mike Huguenor (guitar, vocals), Morgan Herrell (bass, vocals), and Max Feshbach (drums). The passionate rock band just wrapped up a tour with Jeff Rosenstock and Katie Ellen. Now, they’re working on…
Album Review: DNCE – “DNCE”
Chances are, you’ve heard of DNCE by now. About a year ago, the band made a splash with its first single, which generated buzz based on two intriguing facts: 1) the song was called “Cake by the Ocean” and 2)…
Concert Review: Bad Suns and COIN – D.C. 11/5/2016
Concert photos by Reann Philogene When I arrived at the Rock and Roll Hotel for the Bad Suns concert, I knew immediately that my night would be full of energy and excitement. A sign read “SOLD OUT,” and the line…
Interview: Bad Suns
In 2014, Bad Suns made a name for themselves in the alternative music world with Language and Perspective. The California rock band’s album was full of catchy, clever tunes inspired by the ’70s and ’80s—including the unforgettable single “Cardiac Arrest,”…
Interview: Rescue Party
Have you heard of Rescue Party? If not, you should check them out. The alternative rock band started out as a group of high school friends performing at small venues around Spartansburg, South Carolina. Now, Rescue Party’s in college…
