Album review: Tank and the Bangas float into a funk-filled finale on ‘The Last Balloon’
Back in 2019, Green Balloon felt less like a debut and more like an invite to the wildest house party in New Orleans, where the walls were lined with poetry,…
Vincent Mason Brings His “There I Go” Tour To Raleigh
Live Review Vincent Mason, the young, fast-rising country star, delivered a performance in Raleigh that had his fans genuinely hyped and excited while giving praise and admiration for one of…
New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton Deliver a Night of R&B Legacy
Every once in a while, there is a concert I attend that completely blows me away. The New Edition Way Tour stop in Greensboro, NC was certainly one of those…
Run The Jewels: A Legacy of Rap, Rebellion, and Cultural Impact
Since bursting onto the scene in 2013, Run The Jewels have become one of the most respected and influential hip hop duos of the 21st century. Comprised of Atlanta rapper…
Ten Years On, ANTI Remains Rihanna’s Boldest Statement
When ANTI arrived, it felt like a reset, a reclamation, and a clear message that Rihanna was no longer interested in playing by anyone else’s expectations. Up to that point,…
Memphis May Fire – Knitting Factory (Spokane, WA)
Live Review What can I say… this lineup… A complete and total “Melodic Metalcore” lover’s bucket list, with each group bringing their own version of modern heavy. Part Two of…
Queen Naija Steps Into Power and Peace on “30.”
Queen Naija rings in a new decade of life with 30., an eight-track album that highlights her growth as both a woman and an artist. The release is concise but…
Madison Cunningham Reinvents Her Sound on “Ace”
Madison Cunningham’s new album Ace is not just a continuation of her artistry; it is a recalibration. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, long celebrated for her intricate guitar work and keen lyricism,…
Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl Isn’t Bad, It’s Just Not New
When Taylor Swift releases an album, it always feels like a cultural event. Her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, was recorded quietly during the European leg of…
Kesha’s ‘Tits Out Tour’ Was a Rebirth in Real Time
Kesha’s Tits Out Tour is less a comeback and more a rebirth. Promoting her new album Period, the pop star leans into catharsis, vulnerability, and spectacle while never losing her…
