This past summer The Backseat Lovers took over North America with their Waiting to Spill tour, making a stop in Pittsburgh, Pa on July 26, 2023. The scorching summer heat did not stop fans from forming lines at 10AM so that they could get to the barricade for the show. After many hours of intenseContinue reading “The Backseat Lovers Waiting To Spill Tour”
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Bleached Fest Curates the Perfect Summer Festival of Indie Pop Faves
San Diego, CA – August 5 & 6, 2023 One of my more rash decisions includes taking the Amtrak train down the gorgeous Californian coast, while preparing to cover a full weekend lineup of amazing indie-pop artists at Bleached Fest, curated by Tight Knit. I had never been to San Diego, nor seen the majorityContinue reading “Bleached Fest Curates the Perfect Summer Festival of Indie Pop Faves”
Daisy The Great & Kahone Concept at the Greensburg Music Festival
This past summer I was doing my aimless scroll on socials before bed and noticed that Daisy The Great along with Pittsburgh local artist Kahone Concept would be playing in my hometown at the Greensburg Music Festival. With only having the night before to prepare, I had no plans going into it. A FREE musicContinue reading “Daisy The Great & Kahone Concept at the Greensburg Music Festival”
Reneé Rapp Offers a Perspective as Complex as the Queer Experience
Music critics and labels alike have been struggling to find what clicks with young audiences and how to create the next big star. While it seems obvious to most of us music fanatics that a relatable, organic experience is the preferred starlet fixation, there are so many different routes and aesthetics to take. Cool andContinue reading “Reneé Rapp Offers a Perspective as Complex as the Queer Experience”
Chitter Chatter with Columbus Indie-Rock Band, MUDD
June 29, 2023 – Columbus, OH At the eccentric Double Happiness bar, where local music and dark lighting set the stage for the night, we met up with psychedelic rock band, MUDD. Almost Famous Zine was able to get to know the four members through portraits, an interview and a classic night of rocking out.Continue reading “Chitter Chatter with Columbus Indie-Rock Band, MUDD”
$NOT Get Busy or Die North American Tour – GALLERY
$not, along with opening artists Night Lovell, Eem Triplin, and DC The Don made a stop at The Roxian Theatre in Pittsburgh, PA for the Get Busy or Die Tour on June 9, 2023. Photos by Madalyn Schaller, if reposting please credit @almostfamouszine & @madalyns.photos.
The Jungle Giants: a Riot at Bleached Festival
August 5, 2023 – San Diego, CA Indie-pop-dance band, The Jungle Giants, blew away the American crowd at Bleached Festival in San Diego, California. The Australian four-piece band, hailing from Brisbane and Melbourne, met with Almost Famous Zine for portraits and allowed us a sneak peak into their world. Relaxed, confident and utterly cool wereContinue reading “The Jungle Giants: a Riot at Bleached Festival”
Bittersweet Daze, Philly 8/4/23 – GALLERY
Bittersweet Daze took four incredible artists and combined their talents to create the summer’s sweetest show. Check out our gallery featuring Cavetown, Mxmtoon, Ricky Montgomery, and Grentperez performing at The Mann Center in Philly. Photos by Erika Lyijynen. If reposting, tag @exrka and @almostfamouszine.
PUP and Pool Kids at the 9:30 Club
I eagerly waited for a span of 72 months and 9 days to relive this invigorating yet comforting concert experience again. PUP (Pathetic Use of Potential) is a four man Canadian band based out of Toronto, Ontario who know how to put on a killer show. They kicked off their tour on May 21, 2023Continue reading “PUP and Pool Kids at the 9:30 Club”
Isabel Dumaa on the Importance of Inspiration and Her Newest Single
A fresh, 20-year-old face in the music industry, Isabel Dumaa is here and ready to make her mark. The Bay Area native met with me to discuss all things music (both hers and others), writing, inspiration and to celebrate the release of her newest single, “Always Leaving You.” Patti: To start off, I want toContinue reading “Isabel Dumaa on the Importance of Inspiration and Her Newest Single”