SUNY Purchase College held their annual Culture Shock music festival April 28-29, 2023. Photos and words by Madalyn Schaller along with words by Banner Reed. Day One Lineup: Teezo Touchdown, Junglepussy, Wiki, Talia Goddess, Gel, and Danny Singh. Day Two Lineup: Bktherula, Slaughter Beach Dog, Control Top, Laundry Day, and The Kota Dosa Collective. IfContinue reading “CULTURE SHOCK MUSIC FEST – GALLERY”
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All Of This Will End: Indigo De Souza in Philly 5/23
Writing songs about topics that some people aren’t even comfortable speaking about, Indigo De Souza’s intense vulnerability is just one thing that makes her music so unique. In her new album, All Of This Will End, Indigo shared a new side of herself that embraces the things she once feared. Her earnestness and empathyContinue reading “All Of This Will End: Indigo De Souza in Philly 5/23”
The Joy of MUNA: A Look Into the Life’s So Fun Tour
No band is able to share queer joy with their audiences quite like MUNA. Somehow managing to encapsulate the intense feelings that come with finding love and yourself in this mess of a life, the band has formed a discography and fan base that both prioritize the importance of being human. MUNA, who is comprised ofContinue reading “The Joy of MUNA: A Look Into the Life’s So Fun Tour”
Only Cool Grandmas Allowed in Brooklyn 4/11
Grandma opened for Coco & Clair Clair during their first ever headlining tour, bringing the heat that only cool grandmas know how to bring. Playing to a sold out Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn on 4/11/23, Grandma controlled the crowd with their energy and made us feel as if we had a belly fullContinue reading “Only Cool Grandmas Allowed in Brooklyn 4/11”
Riovaz Shines His Stardom on Amsterdam
Amsterdam, NL – March 17th, 2023 The chilled wind in a dark, twinkling city in the Netherlands blows through the population; despite this, a spark of energy flows through the Riovaz’s crowd in The Melkweg. Excited chatter from a large group of young Europeans easily spreads like wildfire, as all are awaiting the main act’sContinue reading “Riovaz Shines His Stardom on Amsterdam”
White Reaper on their Asking for a Ride Tour in Pittsburgh, Pa
White Reaper made a stop at Mr. Smalls Theater in Pittsburgh, PA on March 12 for their Asking for a Ride tour. They played their hits “Daisies” and “Might Be Right” along with tracks off their newest LP Asking for a Ride. The crowd held a very calming energy throughout the night, and the alternativeContinue reading “White Reaper on their Asking for a Ride Tour in Pittsburgh, Pa”
Chappell Roan’s Naked in North America Tour at Brooklyn Bowl
On February 25th, Chappell Roan brought her “Naked in North America” tour to Brooklyn Bowl in Philly. Both the crowd and I were lucky enough to catch the singer on her first-ever headlining tour, where she brought enough energy, talent, and excitement to make it seem like she’s been doing this for decades. Having localContinue reading “Chappell Roan’s Naked in North America Tour at Brooklyn Bowl”
Ex Pilots Album Release Show @ Thunderbird Café and Music Hall in Pittsburgh, Pa 2.19.23
On February 19, 2023, local band Ex Pilots had an album release show at the Thunderbird Café and Music Hall in Pittsburgh, PA. Ella and Madalyn always love to find new local musicians and check out what they are working on, so they were sure to add this show to their list! Ella got toContinue reading “Ex Pilots Album Release Show @ Thunderbird Café and Music Hall in Pittsburgh, Pa 2.19.23 “
An Interview with Flipturn
On February 12, 2023 Florida-based band Flipturn made a stop in Pittsburgh, PA at the Thunderbird Cafe and Music Hall. Now on the second leg of their Shadowglow Tour, Flipturn was able to completely sell-out this beloved Pittsburgh venue after previously playing there as an opener in the beginning of 2022. Ella and Madalyn wereContinue reading “An Interview with Flipturn”
JOY AGAIN, again in DC
Ella and Madalyn started 2023 strong by traveling to the Songbyrd Music House in Washington, D.C. to see Joy Again for their quick 3 show run. Due to the concert-dry end of December and beginning of January, the duo was anxious to finally see Joy Again, again! After seeing the Philly-based band open for WallowsContinue reading “JOY AGAIN, again in DC”