Little Boots @ El Cid 5/12/18
“That’s 10 years in the business!” Victoria Hesketh quipped at one point. Onstage at El Cid, Hesketh, more commonly known as Little Boots, reminded us all why we still listen a decade later.
Lily Allen @ The El Rey 4/25/2018
Lily Allen grew up, and so did the fanbase she so strongly resonated with. Like with all changes, this metamorphosis comes with both good and bad.
A Conversation with Mallrat for Pretty Much Amazing
Check out my interview with Brisbane’s Mallrat for Pretty Much Amazing. At 19, they’ve got a record deal, Mark Ronson’s attention, and a certificate stating she discovered a new species of spider. Seriously!
Mallrat @ Lodge Room 4/4/2018
At long last, rising pop star Mallrat finally held a show in Los Angeles. Was it worth the wait?
Superorganism @ Echoplex 3/19/2018
If you combined the collaborative energy of a jam session with the youthful exuberance of pretending to be a rockstar in front of your bedroom mirror, it would feel a lot like seeing Superorganism in concert.
Charli XCX Brings Pop 2 to the El Rey, 3/15/18
Pop 2 marked the sixth time I’ve caught Charli XCX in concert, and this time she brought along all her (numerous) friends. With her companions at her side, she feels more fun and more realized than ever.