Toronto’s own Lost & Profound gives a dark yet lovely sound that’s perfect for any rainy and gloomy day. This romanticized melancholy is achieved by the Stevie Nicks-like voice of Lisa Boudreau accompanied by the physchidelic rock-inspired lyrics, guitar, and production of Terry Tompkins. The duo bring a laid-back sophistication that could get you through any […]
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British duo Sera and Frankie form indie pop band Unsung Lilly. They carry a Florence + the Machine sound with Adele-worthy lyrics, but a bit lighter in both respects — in an amazing, transformative way, don’t worry. In listening to their music, it feels as though there is a constant current of big ideas and beliefs. It’s easy […]
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As summer comes to an end, it seems like a great time to rekindle that relaxed and fun-loving feeling we’ve had for the past couple of months with the perfect retro, beach-y soundtrack. Who better to provide such a soundtrack than the aptly-named band Beach Day? From Hollywood, Florida, comes the duo Kimmy Drake (vocals […]
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From Southern California comes this punk rock band that will give you a ’90s nostalgia while still keeping you grounded in the 21st century. Girl Fry is perfect for your angsty brooding, your bedroom air-guitaring/thrashing, your general anthem singing, or just your casual listening — you decide. Punk is notorious for its focus on conveying a certain feeling via simplicity […]
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When I think of the music from Orange County native Nancy Sanchez, I can’t help but find it contagious. The jazz turned pop singer has a way of sounding like she always has a smile on her face no matter what she is emoting, and it is infectious. Her songs make you feel good, sing along, […]
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In honor of Black History Month, I would like to pay homage to some of the great African American women who influenced rock, pop, soul, and blues more than people are led to believe. Most people think of Elvis Presley or Chuck Berry as the leaders of rock ‘n’ roll, but they were influenced by […]
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I don’t really want to be doing this, and if I could stop writing this very second I would. It started like this: I was the kid with a grey hoodie slamming the door at midnight. My mandatory seat in class was near the entrance because I was always late, and it took 4 months […]
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When I think of what exemplifies love, family, and music, I think of the DuPree family. If you haven’t heard of them, fire up your iTunes when you’re done reading this. The DuPrees are the members of Eisley, a band I have listened to since the early 2000’s when I was in high school. And they’re […]
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Last summer I blindly agreed to help out with an organization when my friend called and said that they needed more volunteers. Little did I know that just one short week at Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp for Girls Orange County could have such an amazing impact on my life. This is an opportunity for girls, […]
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