Scars on Broadway is an American alternative metal and experimental rock band that serves as the primary side project of Daron Malakian, the guitarist, composer, and second vocalist for the multi-platinum band System of a Down. Formed in 2006 (initially with SOAD drummer John Dolmayan), the band's musical style deviates from System of a Down's […]
The Amaarae: The Black Star Experience is a special, limited-run concert tour launched by the critically acclaimed Ghanaian-American singer, songwriter, and producer Amaarae to celebrate her 2025 third studio album, BLACK STAR. This album and its corresponding live experience are celebrated as a powerful, futuristic statement of cultural pride and personal liberation, characterized by Amaarae's […]
Clave Especial is a rapidly rising American band from Salinas, California, that has become a prominent force in the Regional Mexican music scene, particularly within the subgenre of Corridos Tumbados. Formed in 2021 by cousins Alejandro Ahumada (vocals, guitar) and Leonardo Lomeli (producer, lead guitar), who were later joined by Rogelio Gonzalez, the group is […]
The Clave Especial - Mija No Te Asustes Tour is the 2025 North American concert series undertaken by the Mexican regional music group Clave Especial, known for their modern, youthful fusion of traditional Sierreño and Norteño music with contemporary influences like Corridos Tumbados and Trap. The name of the tour, Mija No Te Asustes (Daughter, […]
Of Monsters and Men is a globally popular indie folk and folk rock group, recognized for their grand, anthemic sound built around layered instrumentation, sweeping choruses, and the compelling dual lead vocals of Nanna Bryndís Hilmarsdóttir and Ragnar "Raggi" Þórhallsson. Formed in 2010 in Garðabær, Iceland, the band achieved rapid international success with their 2011 […]
The Mouse Parade Tour is the extensive 2025-2026 concert tour by the Icelandic indie-folk band Of Monsters and Men (OMAM), undertaken to promote their latest studio album, All Is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade, which was released in October 2025. This record, the band's first full-length effort in six years, is described as […]
Cock Sparrer is a highly influential English punk rock band, formed in 1972 in the East End of London, making them one of the longest-running bands in the history of the genre. Despite never achieving significant commercial success, they are widely considered foundational pioneers of the Oi! (or street punk) subgenre, paving the way for […]
Hot Mulligan is an American rock band from Lansing, Michigan, widely recognized as one of the most prominent acts in the modern "emo revival" and pop-punk scenes. Formed in 2014, the band—featuring vocalist Tades Sanville, guitarists Chris Freeman and Ryan Malicsi, and bassist Garrett "Garebear" Willig—is known for their emotionally intense, cathartic performances and their […]
Little Simz is a critically acclaimed British rapper, singer, and actor renowned for her exceptional lyrical dexterity, complex narrative songwriting, and genre-blending musicality that fuses hip-hop with elements of jazz, funk, and R&B. Hailing from North London, she gained widespread recognition for her introspective themes, often tackling issues of identity, race, womanhood, and mental health […]
Building on his start in the boy band Dream Street, Jesse McCartney transitioned into a highly successful solo musical career in the mid-2000s, establishing himself first as a teen pop sensation with the platinum-selling 2004 debut album, Beautiful Soul. As his career progressed, he demonstrated significant musical evolution, moving away from pure pop toward a […]
BADBADNOTGOOD (BBNG), originating from Toronto, has become a revolutionary force known for fearlessly blending intricate jazz musicianship with a modern hip-hop and R&B production sensibility. Formed in 2010 by Chester Hansen, Alexander Sowinski, and Matthew Tavares (later joined by Leland Whitty), the group emerged by performing complex instrumental covers of hip-hop and rap anthems before […]
Garbage was formed in Madison, Wisconsin, in 1993, by a supergroup of accomplished producers, including Butch Vig (who produced Nirvana's Nevermind), Duke Erikson, and Steve Marker, who recruited Scottish singer Shirley Manson to be the frontwoman. Known for their consistent lineup since their inception, the band pioneered a distinctive sound that masterfully blends alternative rock […]
