Valentine’s Day with SF’s Rising Holly Herndon at Future Perfect
Holly Herndon is San Francisco’s latest up-and-coming artist since her debut full length, Movement, has gathered attention from the likes of media outlets such as Pitchfork, NPR, Fact Magazine, and The Fader.
Q&A: Justin Young of the Vaccines
The Vaccines may have gotten lost in the shuffle of Interpol and The Strokes, but don’t count out this English Indie band as the wild card. On their first headlining American tour to support their album Coming of Age, the Vaccines make a stop at The Fillmore on February 15th.
Liaison Artists Present a Life and Death Showcase at Mezzanine
Label showcases are something we can’t get enough of in SF, and this weekend we’ve got an extra special treat in store from our local booking agents at Liaision Artists.
Who Wants to Date Marnie Stern?
Even with buzz for a new album, The Chronicles of Marnia, set for release on March 19th , Marnie Stern is apparently hopelessly lonely, and looking for a release date-date.
Blasthaus Brings Andy Stott and Christian Loeffler to Mighty
Friday, January 18, Blasthaus brings a special show to Mighty with appearances from Manchester-based producer, Andy Stott, and German producer, Christian Loeffler.
What’s Really Good: Mixtape from DJ Theory
Local DJ Theory has just come out with a new mix for WRG Mag featuring the best in old and new R&B and soul jams. From Friendly Fires to Kastle, this eclectic mix proves to be a good listen and play in almost any situation. Check it out.
Q&A: K Theory Gear up for Wintersalt
Dustin and Dylan of Bay Area electronic production duo K Theory have been making hits as well as touring the states steady throughout 2012 with their hard yet melodic tunes. They play their first large music festival this weekend at Wintersalt and we spoke to Dylan as they geared up for the performance.
Wintersalt Fest Preview
Before the madness of New Years Eve sets in, San Francisco’s Fort Mason Pavilion plays host to the first Wintersalt festival, a live music, art and food experience on Friday, December 28 and Saturday, December 29. Performers include Diplo, Travis Barker ft. Mix Master Mike, DJ Shadow and more including mostly local artists from the Bay Area.
Q&A Toro y Moi
Chaz Bundick, better known as Toro y Moi, has been dominating indie music airwaves since 2010 and releases his third studio album Anything in Return this January. We spoke to the Berkeley resident about life in the Bay Area, his new sound and collaborations with hip hop.
The Best Rap Songs of 2012
2012 was a good year for rap music. Fresh faces like Kendrick Lamar and 2 Chainz (a long time bench player with Ludacris’s Disturbing the Peace squad) made a major impact, while industry vets like Kanye West, El-P and Nas all returned with quality releases.
Wild at Heart with Galen, Lance DeSardi, and DJ Three at Monarch
Thursday, December 6, Wild at Heart at Monarch brings together a couple of SF’s local favorites, Lance DeSardi and Galen, along with special guest, DJ Three.
A Taste of Acid with Tin Man at 222 Hyde
One of the great things about electronic dance music is its plethora of niche sub-genres; beyond that, there’s a slew of underground artists thriving in each of those. Tin Man, aka Johannes Auvinen, is one such artist who has been bubbling up behind the scenes for over ten years.
New Song: Trackademicks and 1-O.A.K.
Trackademicks and 1-O.A.K. – of the Bay Area’s Honor Roll Crew – have fused their respective producing and singing talents to form 2 Player Co-Op with their first EP Lovelorn set for release December 10. The first leak off of the cover album is a soothing, funky take on LCD Soundsystem’s “Someone Great.”
Public Works Presents Ambient Pop Duo, Houses
Thursday, November 29, Public Works presents a special performance from Chicago-based indie pop duo, Houses. Comprised of Dexter Tortoriello and Megan Messina, Houses are lovers beyond their musical partnership, and their affection toward each other can be heard in the gentleness of their 2010 album, All Night.
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