11.9.24

by Michael W. Bright - November 19, 2024

Article & Photos by: Michael W. Bright Louisville, KY –On November 9, 2024, the Mercury Ballroom and a near sellout crowd witnessed an electrifying performance of indie rock royalty, Cold War Kids. The band, known for their soulful lyrics and energetic stage presence, delivered a concert that left the audience in a

Trauma Ray // Live @ TV Eye // 11.16.24

by Kyle Ostrander - November 16, 2024

Article and Photos by: Kyle Ostrander Queens, NY – Texas-based alternative rock band Trauma Ray have been steadily making a name for themselves over the past several years. Having released a string of EPs and singles since 2018, the group put out their debut album, Chameleon, earlier this year. The band

Paul Thorn // Live @ the Bomhard Theater // 11.8.23

by Michael W. Bright - November 16, 2024

Article & Photos by: Michael W. Bright Louisville, KY – Paul Thorn’s recent concert at the Bomhard Theatre in Louisville offered his signature blend of wit, gritty storytelling, and Southern-infused rock, gospel, and blues, captivating a devoted crowd that couldn’t seem to get enough. Thorn warmed up with a couple of familiar songs

Pop Evil and Bad Wolves // Live @ Bogart’s // 11.6.24

by Linda Carlson - November 16, 2024

Article and photos: Linda Carlson Cincinnati, OH – Cincinnati’s Bogart’s entertained a crowd of rock and metal fans eager to rock to an evening with Pop Evil and Bad Wolves on their Animal Instinct Tour, with openers ONI and Sierra Pilot. First on stage was ONI, a progressive metal band from Canada.

California Is For Lovers: A Reunion of Emo and Punk Legends

by Rudy Salgado - November 11, 2024

Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado Los Angeles, California – On August 31st, The Torch at the LA Memorial Coliseum hosted a festival that felt like stepping into a time machine for every emo and punk fan who lived through the early 2000s. Hawthorne Heights, the Ohio-based band that captured the

California Roots Festival 2024: A Celebration of Reggae, Hip-Hop, and Good Vibes

by Rudy Salgado - November 11, 2024

Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado The 13th annual California Roots Festival came to life at the Monterey County Fairgrounds over Memorial Day weekend (May 24-26, 2024), bringing a blend of reggae and hip-hop to the California coast. This year's event once again proved why Cali Roots is a movement, not

Rise Against // Live @ House of Blues // 11.01.24

by Courtney Thomassen - November 10, 2024January 19, 2025

Article and Photos by: Courtney Thomassen Orlando, FL -- Rise Against fans packed the House of Blues in Orlando, FL to celebrate the 16th anniversary of the group’s fifth studio album Appeal to Reason. Accompanied by Spiritual Cramp and L.S. Dunes, the Chicagoan punk rock band kicked off their North American

Sueco // Live @ The Underground // 11.02.24

by Sam Fallone - November 5, 2024November 16, 2024

Charlotte, NC – Sueco ended his Attempted Lover Tour with a night at The Underground in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 32-show tour made its way all across the U.S. to promote his new album, Attempted Lover. The night kicked off with a set from artist suicidal-idol, best known for her viral

INTERVIEW with Singer Songwriter LØLØ

by Stephanie Snape - November 2, 2024November 11, 2024

Earlier this month, singer/ songwriter LØLØ sat down with Monkey Goose Magazine to talk about her upcoming tour, opening for Marianas Trench and new music. SS: You've got more tours and things coming up. So looking back from the summer, what would you say your favorite moment has been? LØLØ: That's a

Boris // Live @ Racket // 10.23.24

by Kyle Ostrander - October 25, 2024

Article & Photos by: Kyle Ostrander New York City – Known for their heavy and genre-bending sound, legendary metal act Boris shook the walls of their NYC show earlier this week. The band is in the second-half of an extensive US tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of their debut album Amplifier