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fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

Tour news: MONOLORD, Richard Ayoade, Sylvan Esso, MEMORIALS more

Several artists are announcing tours in support of new albums and projects across various locations in the US and UK.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 hours ago

Bo Lueders, guitarist and co-founder of hardcore metal band Harm's Way, dies at 38

Lueders will be remembered for his unwavering empathy and compassion for his friends & family and his magnetic, inimitable presence on & off the stage.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 hours ago

Walt Disney Records releases country-inspired album based on classic Disney movie songs

Walt Disney Records releases 'Main Street Country,' featuring country artists reimagining Disney songs.
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 hours ago

Drummer James Gadson, who played with Bill Withers and Marvin Gaye, dies at 86

James Gadson, influential drummer known for his work with Bill Withers and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, passed away at age 86.
#olivia-rodrigo
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fromFast Company
4 hours ago

Olivia Rodrigo's new album ditches her iconic brand. Is it a marketing masterclass or a misstep?

Olivia Rodrigo's third album marks a departure from her established branding with a new title and cover art, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
Music
fromVulture
1 day ago

Olivia Rodrigo Is 'Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love'

Olivia Rodrigo's third album features a longer title and new visual themes, while likely continuing her focus on heartbreak.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

It's not deja vu: Olivia Rodrigo announces highly anticipated new album

Olivia Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' will be released on June 12.
Music
fromFast Company
4 hours ago

Olivia Rodrigo's new album ditches her iconic brand. Is it a marketing masterclass or a misstep?

Olivia Rodrigo's third album marks a departure from her established branding with a new title and cover art, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
Music
fromVulture
1 day ago

Olivia Rodrigo Is 'Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love'

Olivia Rodrigo's third album features a longer title and new visual themes, while likely continuing her focus on heartbreak.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

It's not deja vu: Olivia Rodrigo announces highly anticipated new album

Olivia Rodrigo's third album, 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,' will be released on June 12.
SF music
fromFuncheap
5 hours ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years, welcoming all forms of expression every Thursday from 9pm to 12am.
DC food
fromConsequence
7 hours ago

Afroman Announces New Album Freedom of Speech, Expands 2026 Tour

Afroman announces new album 'Freedom of Speech' after winning a lawsuit against Ohio's Adams County Sheriff's Department.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

she's green announce new EP, share "Paper Thin," touring with Chapterhouse & more

Minneapolis band she's green will release their third EP, Swallowtail, on July 10, featuring singles 'Mettle' and 'Paper Thin'.
#u2
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fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

U2 surprise release 'Easter Lily' EP ft Brian Eno

U2 releases the surprise EP 'Easter Lily' featuring six new songs, reflecting on personal and societal challenges during turbulent times.
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fromConsequence
10 hours ago

U2 Release Surprise New EP Easter Lily: Stream

U2's Easter Lily EP features reflective songs on friendship, loss, hope, and renewal, contrasting their previous EP's response to chaotic times.
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fromPitchfork
19 hours ago

U2 Return with New EP Easter Lily

U2's EP Easter Lily explores personal themes and relationships, featuring a tribute to Hal Willner and addressing faith and friendship in challenging times.
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fromBrooklynVegan
23 hours ago

U2 surprise release 'Easter Lily' EP ft Brian Eno

U2 releases the surprise EP 'Easter Lily' featuring six new songs, reflecting on personal and societal challenges during turbulent times.
Music
fromConsequence
10 hours ago

U2 Release Surprise New EP Easter Lily: Stream

U2's Easter Lily EP features reflective songs on friendship, loss, hope, and renewal, contrasting their previous EP's response to chaotic times.
Music
fromPitchfork
19 hours ago

U2 Return with New EP Easter Lily

U2's EP Easter Lily explores personal themes and relationships, featuring a tribute to Hal Willner and addressing faith and friendship in challenging times.
Graphic design
fromDesign Milk
10 hours ago

F5: Alex Lerian on Live Music, a Favorite Burrito Spot, Materials + More

Alex Lerian emphasizes the importance of observation and creativity in design, advocating for intentional resets and embracing the creative void.
SF music
fromSFGATE
12 hours ago

The 'Jesus of Cool' returns to rock San Francisco

Nick Lowe has a long-standing affection for San Francisco, performing there since the late 1970s and cherishing his memories of the city.
fromThe Atlantic
12 hours ago

A Marriage, Turned Into Epic Theater

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' is an excoriating concept album about the failure of her second marriage, filled with vivid details of betrayal and personal turmoil.
London music
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fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Add to playlist: the endlessly inventive, radiant indie rock of Friko and the week's best new tracks

Friko's second album, Something Worth Waiting For, explores themes of yearning and growth through inventive indie rock sounds.
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fromKALTBLUT Magazine
13 hours ago

Wasia Project Unveils New Single "2515": A Sonic Journey Through Night - KALTBLUT Magazine

Wasia Project's new single '2515' blends cinematic alt-pop with Berlin's nightlife energy, showcasing their evolution and maturity in sound.
fromAnOther
14 hours ago

Musician Lyra Pramuk on Astrology

Khan's writings look at Hindu music, ecology and Sufi metaphysics, and everything is about vibration. Astrology is not different from music for me. They both have their own measured speeds and relationships that are mathematical.
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fromPitchfork
1 day ago

Robber Robber: Two Wheels Move the Soul

The Sound It Made opens Two Wheels Move the Soul like the blaze is roaring to life before your eyes. Zack James' shifty drumming hammers out a drum 'n' bass redux like a panicked heartbeat while Carney Hemler's bass lurches in slow motion, replicating the gut drop of a horrible realization.
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#j-cole
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Rapper J Cole signs with Chinese basketball team, his third stint as a professional hoopster

J. Cole signs with Nanjing Monkey Kings, marking his third professional basketball stint overseas while balancing music commitments.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Rapper J Cole signs with Chinese basketball team, his third stint as a professional hoopster

J. Cole signs with Nanjing Monkey Kings, marking his third professional basketball stint overseas while balancing music commitments.
Berlin music
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

When Music Was Used to Deceive, Control, Survive

Yom HaShoah commemorates the 6 million Jews and 5 million others who perished in the Holocaust, reflecting on music's dual role in history.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Gost's James Lollar has died

James Cody Lollar, known as GOST, has passed away at age 46, leaving behind a legacy as a talented artist in the synthwave genre.
Music
fromConsequence
1 day ago

James Cody Lollar, Musician Known as GOST, Has Died

James Cody Lollar, known as GOST, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy in the dark-synthwave music scene.
NYC music
fromBillboard
1 day ago

Saweetie to Perform at IDL's Inaugural Event in NYC

Saweetie will perform at the inaugural International Dance League event in New York City on May 2.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Joe Pernice tells us about every song on his new album 'Sunny, I Was Wrong' (stream it early)

Joe Pernice releases his fourth solo album, Sunny, I Was Wrong, featuring collaborations and live studio recordings with notable musicians.
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Maggie Rogers Returns to Colbert to Perform "Alaska" and "One for My Baby (And One More for the Road)"

Rogers gave 'Alaska' the acoustic treatment, surrounded by a string quartet and slowing the song's tempo to folk-tinged crawl, providing a luxurious, introspective rendition.
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fromConsequence
1 day ago

Sparta Announce New Album, Unveil "Crater" Co-Written by MCR's Frank Iero

Sparta's new album 'Cut a Silhouette' releases on May 29th, featuring the single 'Crater' co-written by Frank Iero.
London music
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

SXSW London has revealed some major names for its music lineup for 2026

SXSW London festival returns June 2-7, featuring major artists and over 200 emerging acts across various venues in east London.
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Abandoned piece of history on SF's Haight Street undergoes major transformation

"I hadn't even seen the inside just like you, but I just felt like one person, DJ equipment, had to fit in there somehow. We knew it could be Pandora's box in there."
Mission District
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fromPitchfork
1 day ago

RAYE: THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.

RAYE's album blends despair and beauty, showcasing her unique artistry and resilience in the pop music landscape.
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fromPitchfork
1 day ago

Slayyyter: WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA

Slayyyter's new album WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA showcases her boldness and vulnerability through chaotic, explicit hyperpop music.
#lindsey-buckingham
London music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Lindsey Buckingham Is Willing a Stevie Nicks Reunion Into Existence

Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks are reconnecting, hinting at a possible reunion in 2026 after the rerelease of their debut album.
London music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Lindsey Buckingham Is Willing a Stevie Nicks Reunion Into Existence

Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks are reconnecting, hinting at a possible reunion in 2026 after the rerelease of their debut album.
fromBrooklynVegan
2 days ago

Tour news: Jesca Hoop, Shakira, Man Man, Daniel Caesar, Sturgill Simpson, Ellen Allien, more

Jesca Hoop has announced a tour in support of her upcoming album Long Wave Home. Dates are with Faun Fables and include NYC's Le Poisson Rouge on June 29.
NYC music
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fromVulture
2 days ago

The Mother Mary Trailer Rules

Anne Hathaway's upcoming film Mother Mary blends haunting themes with pop music, featuring original songs and a horror-infused narrative.
NYC music
frompitchfork.com
2 days ago

Shakira Announces Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran U.S. Arena Tour

Shakira will tour the U.S. this summer in support of her divorce album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, starting June 13 in California.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 days ago

Starting Line & Algernon Cadwallader members form FILM, announce debut album 'Permanence'

Permanence is the debut album by FILM, featuring demos recorded by Ken Vasoli, Joe Reinhart, and the late TJ DeBlois.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Method Man turns his eyeball inside out: Eddie Otchere's best photograph

Photography began with a Praktica camera and a chance encounter with Wu-Tang Clan, leading to a memorable experience capturing their journey.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
2 days ago

Weezer share new single "Shine Again"

Weezer released their new single 'Shine Again' and announced a fall arena tour with The Shins and Silversun Pickups.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

Horny on IVF, Robyn's Midlife Cringe Makes for New Dancefloor Classics.

The podcast discusses new shows and music, including Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat, Bait, and Robyn's album Sexistential.
#kanye-west
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago
Music production

Kanye West Makes a Record for the A.I. Era

Kanye West's new album 'Bully' reflects his complex identity and controversial past while showcasing a new sound.
fromConsequence
4 days ago
Mental health

"A Cop Out" or a Cry for Help? Even Experts Can't Agree on Kanye West

Kanye West's album 'Bully' achieved significant streaming success despite mixed public perception and ongoing discussions about his mental health.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Kanye West to return to UK for Wireless festival

Kanye West, now known as Ye, will headline the Wireless festival in London, marking his return after years of controversy over antisemitic remarks.
Mental health
fromConsequence
4 days ago

"A Cop Out" or a Cry for Help? Even Experts Can't Agree on Kanye West

Kanye West's album 'Bully' achieved significant streaming success despite mixed public perception and ongoing discussions about his mental health.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 days ago

Sluice: Companion

Justin Morris's album Companion reflects on personal experiences, including a robbery, through a blend of humor and contemplation.
Music
fromBrooklynVegan
3 days ago

UK rappers Pete & Bas (Sindhu World) announce US North American tour

Pete & Bas, the British rap duo, will tour North America in late spring, including major US cities and Vancouver.
#lola-young
London music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

'Messy' hitmaker Lola Young is back and recovering after addiction woes led to collapse on stage

Lola Young's onstage collapse prompted her to prioritize recovery and health, leading to a break from touring.
London music
fromVulture
3 days ago

Lola Young Is Doing a 'Hell of a Lot Better'

Lola Young is recovering from drug abuse and emphasizes ongoing recovery after collapsing on stage last September.
London music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

'Messy' hitmaker Lola Young is back and recovering after addiction woes led to collapse on stage

Lola Young's onstage collapse prompted her to prioritize recovery and health, leading to a break from touring.
London music
fromVulture
3 days ago

Lola Young Is Doing a 'Hell of a Lot Better'

Lola Young is recovering from drug abuse and emphasizes ongoing recovery after collapsing on stage last September.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

Video: BTS Is Back, But at What Cost?

The new album, 'Arirang,' is way better than it needs to be, showcasing BTS's musical growth and willingness to take risks. The standout track, 'Normal,' taps into the stylings of late-career Rihanna and Mk.gee, blending rock influences with mainstream pop structures.
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fromPitchfork
3 days ago

Wendy Eisenberg, The Soft Pink Truth Lead New Benefit Compilation

A new benefit compilation, Just Cause Vol. 2, supports the Immigrant Defense Project with contributions from various artists.
London music
frompitchfork.com
3 days ago

Dry Cleaning Share New Song and Video, Sliced by a Fingernail

Dry Cleaning released a new single, 'Sliced By a Fingernail,' accompanied by a visualizer and announced new tour dates in multiple countries.
Los Angeles
fromDodgers Nation
3 days ago

Dodgers Nation Staff Reveals Their 2026 Walk Up Songs

Some Los Angeles Dodgers players are keeping their walkup songs for the upcoming season, while others consider new options.
fromPitchfork
3 days ago

Fucked Up's Damian Abraham Is Now Making Movies

Cut & Paste Pictures is developing a feature-length documentary chronicling the lifelong friendship between Rise Against guitarist Zach Blair and wrestler Hassan 'MVP' Assad, who will also front an unscripted series about life after prison.
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NYC music
fromPitchfork
3 days ago

Jeff Parker Announces ETA IVtet album Happy Today

Jeff Parker's jazz quartet ETA IVtet will release their new album 'Happy Today' on May 15, featuring two 20-minute songs.
Podcast
fromDefector
3 days ago

Critical New Jersey Hoops Survey, With Papo2oo4 | Defector

Papo2oo4 discusses basketball insights and experiences, including players like Andrei Kirilenko and Kyle Anderson, alongside his podcasting journey.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 days ago

BREMEN Turns a Broom Into a Guitar and a Desk Into a Piano - Yanko Design

BREMEN is designed to change the way people interact with music by allowing everyday objects to become actual instruments, thus removing traditional barriers to music-making.
Berlin music
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fromPitchfork
3 days ago

Lambrini Girls Return With Devilish New Song "Cult of Celebrity"

Lambrini Girls return with new music, 'Cult of Celebrity,' critiquing the hypocrisy of the wealthy elite.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

It was an exorcism': how heartbreak, queer rebirth and finding love over Only Connect shaped Wendy Eisenberg's stunning new album

Wendy Eisenberg's new album reflects a journey of self-reinvention through music, blending 70s folk-rock influences with their unique style.
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Irreversible Entanglements refuses to make 'safe' free jazz - and the genre is better for it

Camae Ayewa, known as Moor Mother, is a multifaceted artist blending genres and activism in her music and creative endeavors.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Celine Dion announces comeback concerts: 'I'm so ready to do this'

I'm so happy. I'm so ready to do this. I'm feeling good. I'm strong. I'm feeling excited, obviously. Of course, a little nervous, but most of all, I am grateful to all of you. I can't wait to see you again.
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fromConsequence
4 days ago

Billy Joel's The 100th: Live at Madison Square Garden (The Complete Concert) Coming to Blu-ray and DVD

Sony's Legacy Recordings will release Billy Joel's The 100th: Live at Madison Square Garden on Blu-ray and DVD on May 29th.
fromBrooklynVegan
4 days ago

The Boo Radleys annonce new album 'In Spite of Everything," share "Bring it All Back"

"At 2 a.m., sitting up and contemplating our loss during my child's wake, I found myself reflecting on all the major news events that had left their mark on me through the years and the helplessness I sometimes felt to change anything. Writing the last verse was the most difficult and personal thing I've done."
London music
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fromDefector
4 days ago

Defector's Resident Nu Metalheads Discuss Mason Miller's Nu Entrance Music | Defector

Mason Miller's entrance song 'Blind' by KoĐ¯n marks a significant moment in baseball music history.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
4 days ago

Classical 2026: X Japan's Yoshiki playing 2 big shows in Los Angeles

Yoshiki returns to the U.S. for two concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall after his third cervical spine surgery.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
4 days ago

Jessie Ware, Nia Archives, Robyn, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Pitchfork Selects playlist showcases favorite new music from staff, featuring various artists and tracks each week.
Music
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Matt Krupanski, Founding Drummer of BoySetsFire, Has Died

Matt Krupanski, founding drummer of BoySetsFire, has passed away, leaving a significant impact on his band and family.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

I'm an old bastard looking back': the bizarre renaissance of piano-jammer Bruce Hornsby

Bruce Hornsby reflects on his childhood experience of JFK's assassination and his recent musical journey, blending personal history with social commentary.
Music production
fromPitchfork
4 days ago

Brian Foote / Paul Dickow: High Cube

Brian Foote and Paul Dickow created their album High Cube under strict constraints, focusing on raw sound without overthinking.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

Chuquimamani-Condori Confirms New Los Thuthanaka Music, Shares Unreleased Songs

Chuquimamani-Condori debuted new music and announced a project, Waq'a, inspired by Aymara stories, set for release on April 3.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Nicole and Natalie Appleton look back: She was my home away from home during the craziness of All Saints'

Natalie and Nicole Appleton are Canadian singers known for their work in All Saints and their childhood memories of biking in London.
NYC music
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Dermot Kennedy: 'I have toyed with the idea of living in Nashville or New York but nothing appeals more than being at home'

Dermot Kennedy reflects on his creative process, personal life, and experiences as he prepares for his upcoming concerts.
SF music
from48 hills
6 days ago

Win tickets to Wallice, skaiwater, HEALTH & Carpenter Brut - 48 hills

48 Hills is giving away tickets to shows at various San Francisco music venues.
NYC music
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Hayley Williams Kicks Off "Ego Death" Tour: Setlist + Video

Hayley Williams launched her first solo tour, performing songs from her album 'Ego Death At A Bachelorette Party' in Atlanta.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I thought I'd been coping with my sister's death a Taylor Swift song showed me I hadn't

When the pandemic hit in 2020, I was forced to sit with my grief. My days had no shape, and I found solace in daily walks around my neighborhood.
Music production
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Courtney Barnett returns with 'Creature of Habit'

Courtney Barnett's latest album 'Creature Of Habit' is a reflection on her personal changes, highlighting her journey towards self-improvement and kindness after a period of self-reflection.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Youngest Grammy Winner

Aura Valentina Simmons, known as Aura V, is the youngest Grammy winner for her children's album 'Harmony' with her father.
London music
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Mumford & Sons: Tiny Desk Concert

Mumford & Sons performed at Tiny Desk after a 13-year wait, showcasing their latest album, Prizefighter, with powerful live renditions.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

How can a TV show make you feel such emotions?' The Bluey composer shares the trick to music that hits you in the feels'

The new Bluey album, Up Here, features a chamber orchestra and showcases the show's musical success and emotional impact on audiences.
Music
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Gelli Haha: "Klouds Will Carry Me to Sleep"

Gelli Haha's music blends whimsical imagery with surreal performances, creating a unique and immersive artistic experience that captivates audiences.
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Spin Cycle: Three Albums of Transition and Calm in the Face of Oppression

Music is a healer, and it's time to take your medicine. The Delines have made a side-hustle out of cinematic Americana for more than a decade, anchoring the profound, athletic lyricisms of acclaimed novelist/musician Willy Vlautin.
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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Abstract Lounge: DJ set at the Library

Abstract Lounge brings a calm musical atmosphere into the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library's main reading area. Patrons are encouraged to read, work, browse the collection or become absorbed in contemplation while enjoying a mind-expanding flow of sound.
SF music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

What we know (so far) about Ye's 'Bully'

'Bully' follows Ye's recent placement of a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal in which he apologized for years of antisemitic remarks and attributed his behavior to medical issues stemming from injuries he sustained in a 2002 car crash.
NYC music
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 week ago

Zouk Los Angeles Marks First Anniversary as West Hollywood's Premier Nightlife Destination - Food & Beverage Magazine

"Los Angeles is built on culture, creativity, and a passion for world-class experiences. In partnership with Sam Nazarian and sbe, we are setting a new standard for nightlife in LA."
Los Angeles
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Listen to Empress Of's New Song "Dream House"

"It felt jarring and lonely, not exactly the comfort I was hoping for, but one afternoon I made a little voice memo while playing a piano mumbling the phrase....I wanna build a dream for you. That's when this whole thing kind of started. Like a little spark."
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LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

25 years in and Coachella's food lineup is bigger than ever. Here are the spots to hit.

Coachella's 25th year features over 75 culinary vendors, offering diverse food experiences from casual to high-end.
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