Drifting with Purpose: Hunter’s Briefcase Release “Ghost on the Highway”

By Savino Rojas, Photos By Dree Caloobanan Over the last few years, Hunter’s Briefcase has become a notable and respected name in the local scene. They consistently leave crowds enamored with their lively performances of blues-infused contemporary rock, however, the challenge for any band is carrying that energy from the stage to the studio. Hunter’s […]

Francia Releases Next to You

By Erika Nunez On July 14 at The Space, Francia (formerly Eclipse) held their album release show for Next to You. The lineup was stacked with performances from The Red Sea, Jonetsu, Ugly Boy, The Musket Vine, and Laguna. While an instrumental band, the entirety of the album carries an intricate, yet smooth kind of […]

Scorned Artist, Scorched Earth: Elevated Undergrounds Release “Less Than”

A little over a year ago, Elevated Undergrounds hit the Vegas music scene and hit the ground running. In just one year, they’ve released four singles and played countless shows both in and out of state. The combination of this strong work ethic, electrifying live shows, and quality songwriting has all culminated in a fast […]

A Head Full of Stars: Rhaina Yasmin Releases New Single

Las Vegas-based indie artist, Rhaina Yasmin, released her latest single “Stars” in late February. The heavily nostalgic and dreamy tune is straight out of an early 2000s rom-com. You know, the part where the main character is in their cute New York City apartment reflecting on their questionable life decisions thus far? It’s raining outside […]

Slow Simmer of Bliss: Post NC Release “Egress (Second Hall)”

As the Las Vegas music scene booms with new post-quarantine acts, there is one name that gets brought up repeatedly amongst several circles: Post NC. This trio consists of Leo Bagel on keys, Samuel Ramirez on guitar, and Marcus Flippen on drums. These three have made their claim in the local scene with an aptitude […]

The Red Sea Release “Gate Of Tears”

The Red Sea is a 5-piece band from Las Vegas, Nevada. They find their space to exist between their love for the abrasive, ominous sounds of post punk and the pristine, beautiful precision found in the R&B of the past and present. Guitarist and vocalist Isaac Hagos started the band in 2021 with long time […]

Mom Cars: A Return to the Idyllic 2010s

Hailing from San Francisco, Mom Cars is a recent addition to the area’s indie-rock scene. Consisting of Brendon Le (lead vox/ rhythm guitar), AJ Derise (vox/bass), Cole Winters (lead guitar), and Jacob Thrasher (drums), Mom Cars is prepping for the release of their new record with their recent singles “Sweaters” and “Artificial,” while also playing […]

All 4 Nothing

The multi-platinum chart-topping singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Lauv released his second full-length album, ‘All 4 Nothing’ on August 5th. Lauv is known for his intriguing and inventive soundscapes; with this album he pushes himself as a storyteller, crafting an immersive and irresistible body of work steeped in moments of nostalgia, conflict, and ultimately, self-empowerment. […]

EKKSTACY IN LOVE

20-year-old rising indie artist EKKSTACY is opening for Purity Ring in Vegas on July 25th. If you haven’t gotten your ticket yet, now is the time. A fuse of indie, post-punk, and synth wave, EKKSTACY takes influence from film and indie/alt-rock music. Last year, EKKSTACY released his debut album NEGATIVE that unveiled his ever-expanding sound […]

Here Comes The Truth – It’s All About Sonder | The Wrecks Sophomore Album Release

The Wrecks have released Sonder, an 11-track genre-bending alt-rock album delivering an honest and vulnerable approach to a breakup. The Wrecks – made up of vocalist/producer Nick Anderson, Aaron Kelley on bass, Nick “Schmizz” Schmidt on guitar, and Billy Nally on drums – have evolved and matured through their exploration of sound since the release […]