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by Daniel Kohn | February 27, 2010
Music Editor

Will Knox's debut LP shows poise and mature songwriting with a fresh take on folk music. [...]

The Donkeys: Peculiar Name, Peculiar Band

by Chris Pisar | February 3, 2010
Contributor

The Donkeys rock Echo Park with untraditional instruments and sounds, performing anticipated material from their upcoming release.

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Spoon's Latest Album Shows Less Is More

by Holly Butcher | January 19, 2010
Contributor

The veteran Austin band releases seventh album. [...]

Vampire Weekend's 'Contra' Disappoints

by Jessica Hilo | January 7, 2010
Contributor

Vampire Weekend's new album comes out next week and the first review is in. [...]

Live Electro-Pop Cheapens Itself

by Jessica Hilo | December 22, 2009
Staff Reporter

The Russian Circles, Young Widows, and Helms Alee showed off their impressive electronic pop skills at the Echoplex recently, though the atmosphere left something to be desired. [...]

A Band On A Mission From God

by Jessica Hilo | December 17, 2009
Staff Reporter

If never ending Christmas carols have you swearing off music this year, Newworldson's groovy, gospel Christian rock is here to help. [...]

Yoko Ono Returns With A Brilliant Mess Of Music

by Jessica Hilo | November 30, 2009
Contributor

Yoko Ono's new album 'Between My Head and the Sky,' is a challenging listen, but isn't all that different from her other work. [...]

SoCal Opera Heaven

by Matthew Erikson | November 24, 2009
Staff Reporter

If opera neophytes had taken a chance either on USC's production of Benjamin Britten's "Albert Herring" or Handel's "Tamerlano," presented by L.A. Opera this past weekend, nearly all would've left smiling. [...]

TV On The Radio's Malone Releases Uneven Solo Debut

by Holly Butcher | November 11, 2009
Staff Reporter

TV on the Radio's Kyp Malone's solo debut is similar to his work with his band. But unlike his band's work, this album is inconsistent.
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Gossip Lets Loose At The Music Box

by Holly Butcher | October 29, 2009
Staff Reporter

Gossip brought their brand of indie rock at their L.A. show. [...]

Girls Release Debut LP On Matador Records

by Holly Butcher | October 20, 2009
Staff Reporter

Girls debut 'Album' on Matador Records, which shows the band's evolution since its beginnings. [...]

Eighth Blackbird and Gloria Cheng Wow L.A. Crowds

by Matthew Erikson | October 20, 2009
Contributor

Grammy award winning classical artists eighth blackbird and Gloria Cheng performed recitals this past week. [...]

60 Watt Kid Brings Psychedlic Rock To Lincoln Heights

by Holly Butcher | October 15, 2009
Contributor

The three piece band played a crowd-pleasing gig at HM157 Friday night.
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Diggin' The Crates: Gil Scott-Heron Deserves Heavy Rotation

by Rebecca Haithcoat | October 7, 2009
Senior Editor

A hip-hop history lesson is now in session: In the beginning, there was Gil Scott-Heron.

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Lost In The Crowd: Newcomer Anna Rose

by Holly Butcher | September 29, 2009
Staff Reporter

Newcomer Anna Rose sings sweetly over her guitar, occasionally sprinkling some piano into the mix. Although her talent shines, it might not be enough to take on larger-than-life personalities like Lily Allen or Duffy.
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Swing And Amiss

by Jessica Hilo | September 25, 2009
Contributor

Willie Ames has some potential, but it isn't on display on his EP. [...]

Mikey Wax Breaks The American Idol Mold

by Jessica Hilo | September 11, 2009
Contributor

Newcomer Mikey Wax brings a refreshing, new heavy mellow sound to the music scene.
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Rap Steady: Mos Def Glides Through Bumpy Ride

by Rebecca Haithcoat | September 11, 2009
Senior Editor

Rapper/Actor Mos Def took his show to the Hollywood Palladium. Neon Tommy's Rebecca Haithcoat reviews the gig. [...]

New Jersey Band Carlon Offers Promising Debut LP

by Marguerite Antonioli | September 11, 2009
Contributor

The New Jersey rockers' debut record pays homage to influences such as classic rock and British indie punk. [...]

The Black Lips Rock The FYF Fest

by Holly Butcher | September 8, 2009
Contributor

The Black Lips wrapped up their eight month tour as headliners for the FYF Fest on Saturday. Before taking a well-deserved vacation, the self-proclaimed flower punk group sat down with Holly Butcher to talk music, alcohol and naughty stage antics.

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Music Fest Raises Funds for L.A. Parks

by Kim Nowacki | September 10, 2009
Contributor

Some of SoCal's rising stars played the sixth annual FYF Fest this past Saturday. The outdoor event allowed hipsters of all make and model to wander between three stages of punk, metal and indie rock music. Check photos from the scene here. [...]

Reverend ?uestlove Preached, But Few Understood The Sermon

by Rebecca Haithcoat | September 2, 2009
Senior Editor

The Roots' Amir '?uestlove' Thompson played a DJ set Saturday at The Church. Neon Tommy's Rebecca Haithcoat was there to review the event. [...]

Musical 'Boone' To Cougar Culture

by Daniel Kohn | August 31, 2009
Senior Editor

In a genre where men are typically flag-waving ruffians singing about cold beers and hot nights, one man is becoming a refreshing alternative. Country crooner Cooper Boone separates himself from his colleagues on a self-titled debut with songs that focus on people and story-telling. [...]

Springing To Life

by Daniel Kohn | May 3, 2009
Staff Reporter

Back with a new album and a world tour, the Boss doesn't disappoint at his LA Sports Arena performances.

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More Than Just a Pretty Pun

by Daniel Kohn | April 10, 2009
Staff Reporter

Rapper Termanology turns up the heat on his first LP.

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Pearl Jam Scores A Perfect 'Ten'

by Daniel Kohn | March 26, 2009
Staff Reporter

Pearl Jam's classic grunge album, 'Ten,' has been re-released, and it's as good as it was way back in the '90s. [...]

Court Chesters Juggle Style, Sound

by Daniel Kohn | February 24, 2009
Contributing Reporter

Daniel Kohn breaks down the music and style of ascending preppy duo Chester French. [...]

Wale Is Ready To Take Back Hip-Hop

by Daniel Kohn | February 9, 2009
Staff Reporter

100 Miles & Running ... And Running [...]