When Communities Prevail: Elevated Undergrounds Album Release Show at Soulbelly

By Savino Rojas The Vegas music scene has historically waxed and waned, regularly approaching but never meeting the strength needed to be reliable and ongoing (besides the always-present hardcore scene). For several years this has been the case, however, the recent surge of talent has proven to have some much-needed staying power. That talent and […]

SECOS: On the Run Tour

By: Karla Mendoza-Ochoa From the blinding lights of Sin City to the vibrant landscapes of the Golden State, SECOS and Los Emptys packed their instruments and set forth on an unforgettable journey—the On the Run tour. This dynamic duo brought the desert heat to California’s stages with their unbridled passion, unbounded energy, and exceptional talent. […]

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 […]

Close Combat Forever: A Conversation with John Vanacore

By: Erika Nunez, Photos: Gaby Davila Ortiz On Monday night, local hardcore band, Close Combat, held their last show alongside Jivebomb, End It, and Angel Du$t. The sold-out show had Eagle Aerie Hall packed, the venue’s air thick from the late-spring heat. A few weeks earlier, we spoke to John Vanacore (musician, booker, graphic designer, […]

BARROOM BLITZ at The DIVE BAR

Last month, the Barroom Blitz packed the house full of hungry-eyed, blood-thirsty patrons. The first set by The Stiff Nights, during which the lead singer hurled himself off-stage at a nearby heckler, set the tone for the rest of the night. Roman Candle and Twist of Cain followed with brain-churning sets, igniting a frenzy of […]

Water Boys Strike Out – A Conversation with Pure Sport on their Latest Music Video

Distinct with business professional attire and HR-demandant eroticism, Pure Sport LLC has increased their market share in the Las Vegas music market over the past four quarters. Pure Sport consists of Jared Scott (bass and vox), Justin Tejada (guitar), and Gage Walker (drums) with their fans making up the entirety of their company’s unpaid employees. […]

Transcending Earthly Planes: Dama Vicke’s Latest Single

Released in early February, Dama Vicke collaborated for the first time in her career with local band, Post NC, to deliver a captivating and dreamy single titled “Space Lovers.” Tomorrow night, “under dreamy moonlight,” you can find Vicke performing this tune among other works in her flourishing discography at The Beverly Theatre. “Space Lovers” takes […]

Winter’s Setting Sun: SunCan Music Festival

The ochre sun was setting behind the Vegas Valley mountains while the line outside Ferguson’s Downtown stretched down Fremont. As temperatures have steadily risen with the late arrival of spring, people have become eager for scene events. On April 15th, Black Sheep Booking and Arrlo organized the SunCan music festival. In addition to entertaining the […]

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 […]