The Standout Performances of Capitol Hill Block Party 2023
Author: Ella Rustin For the past 25 years, Capitol Hill Block Party has been cherished by the Seattle community, showcasing local and traveling artists. This year, I was able...
Profiles in Bass II: phonon (Exclusive Interview)
Author: Karsten Kohout When an artist’s ID’s are getting played out on an official Disciple Records livestream, there’s probably a reason to pay attention. That is certainly the case...
QSTOCK28 Preview: You Just Have To Do It – An Interview With Falon Sierra
[Photo courtesy of Falon Sierra’s Facebook] Falon Sierra, a local, alternative R&B singer, is riding the wave through the Seattle music scene after coming in second place at MoPOP’s...
On the Air: AfroBeats, with the African Student Association
[Photo credit to Chris Kalinko / Seattle University] AfroBeats is one of the most unique programs that KXSU 102.1 FM has to offer. Hosted by the leadership of the...
The Duo Finds Their Groove: Reviewing Sylvan Esso’s What Now
[Photo: ‘What Now’ album art] What Now, released April 28, 2017, is the second full-length album from Sylvan Esso, a Durham, North Carolina-based pop duo. The members of the...
Quadstoked for Qstock28: A Reaction to This Year’s Lineup
[Photo by SEAC / Art by Ceci Estela] Seattle University’s annual music festival, Quadstock, is back for its 28th anniversary (billed as QSTOCK28 this year), and our friends over...
A New Direction: The Maturation of Harry Styles
As I begin to write this article, I realize there’s a change from my usual writing environment. I’m writing from my old bedroom back at home in Portland, OR,...
Under the Influence: Radiohead & Every Band Since 1995
So I hope it’s okay with everyone that I’m taking a little organizational flexibility in my column this month, because I JUST RECENTLY SAW RADIOHEAD AND I’M NOT OVER...
The New Season Blossoms in Young Mothers’ “Spring”
[Photo courtesy of Young Mothers’ Facebook page] After some teasing through a fairly dramatic starring of their friend Tanner (see below), Young Mothers are back with their latest single,...
Mac DeMarco, STRFKR, and The Growlers: A Preview of Treefort Music Fest
[Photo via Treefort Music Fest’s official website] From March 22nd–26th, downtown Boise, Idaho is transformed into a land of music. Venues are set up everywhere for artists from all...