Posts by Ryan Dillon

In 2004, a strange album began to circulate via multiple publications and online fan forums. What is now known as The White Album mashed up the vocals from Jay-Z’s The Black Album with classic Beatles instrumentals. The oddly satisfying combination gained critical acclaim across the board and introduced the world to a man who just […]

It has been just over a decade since the world was introduced to the colorful creations of Broken Bells. The combination of super producer Danger Mouse and The Shins’ frontman James Mercer, together they help each other explore new sonics and tempos that culminate in their critically acclaimed albums. Their unique take on indie-rock was […]

The parallels between comedy and music are evident. You need clever wordplay, proper delivery, and perfect timing and no one connects those dots quite like Chicago emcee Open Mike Eagle. The veteran, multi-faceted artist has been combining the two art forms effortlessly for roughly two decades, stringing them together through witty punchlines and meticulous concept […]

It’s no surprise that full-time musicians are obsessive record collectors, but it might raise an eyebrow of interest when that notable musician opens his own record shop. Steve Adams is that industrious artist who has been the longtime bass player in the California rock band ALO (Animal Liberation Orchestra) which is signed to Jack Johnson’s […]

After a nine-year recording hiatus, New York’s Yeah Yeah Yeahs have made their graceful return to the spotlight with their new album Cool It Down. The 8-track LP is expansive and put together in such a way that its 30-minute runtime plays like a full movie. In celebration and promotion of their return, the influential […]

Coming off of the critical acclaim of his most ambitious album yet, singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Alex G took over The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night (September 29). He performed “Miracles” off of his recently released eighth studio album God Save The Animals, a highlight from the 13-song effort. This was the Philadelphia-area debut […]

Back in 2003, a rumble in the New York post-punk scene began to boil over into the mainstream. A new band was emerging and sending shock waves through the city with their sublime combination of punk power chords and pop-centric songwriting, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs were on the cusp of taking over. Led by singer/songwriter […]

Last night (September 27), the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California became the site for one of the most star-studded concerts the city has seen in years. The Foo Fighters put together an awe-inspiring lineup for the second installment of their Taylor Hawkins Tribute Shows in dedication to their late drummer who suddenly passed earlier this […]

Every music fan has their dream collaborations. The idea of supergroups within a genre is always a fun conversation for music nerds to dive into, imagining what it would be like if their two favorite artists worked together on one song. When it comes to punk, it’s hard to dream up a more eclectic lineup […]

For the first time in a decade, The Mars Volta graced the stage. Last night (September 22), the duo kicked off their tour at The Factory in Deep Ellum in Dallas, Texas. They’re currently touring in support of their latest LP, 2022’s self-titled, their first full-length since 2012’s Noctourniquet. 2012 was also the last time […]

When talking about an artist like Alex G, you’d be foolish not to mention diversity. The Philadelphia-breed singer/songwriter has built a discography filled with sharp sonic turns and complex melodies that create his one-of-a-kind approach to indie bedroom rock. Alex G began his career like many others, recording himself in his home and handling everything […]

For the last 24 hours, our timelines and news feeds have been covered with classic moments from the Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher. The generational act celebrated a birthday yesterday (September 21) and in a moment of unity, we all showed our appreciation for the man himself and the music he’s created. While we’re a couple […]

Since their debut in 2015, the trio that makes up Khruangbin has been laying down intricately-structured psychedelic funk music that draws influences from around the globe. Their melting-pot approach to their instrumentals has become world-renowned, landing them on the top of the charts in multiple countries throughout their career. In recent years their output has […]

For the past decade, the animated band Gorillaz has been releasing some of the most ground-breaking music across all genres. Their unique approach to old rock tropes gives the Damon Albarn-led band a refreshing sound that has resonated with fans across the globe. One of the characteristics that make the Gorillaz such an interesting topic […]

Monday night (September 19), the multi-faceted artist Sudan Archives made her late-night TV debut with an electric performance of “Selfish Soul” on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The song performed is lifted from Archives critically acclaimed new album Natural Brown Prom Queen which was released early this month. The classically trained violinist brought nothing […]

In 2020 Mariah Carey released her memoir “The Meaning of Mariah Carey”, which introduced the world to a more honest side of one of the biggest pop stars the world has ever seen. One of the most enticing secrets revealed in her book comes out of the recording sessions for her 1995 album Daydream. Carey […]

This past weekend (September 16) marked the inaugural Band Shirt Day. Band Shirt Day is a new annual tradition where artists from around the globe pledge to donate a portion of the profits from their online merch sales to a charitable organization of their choice. Some artists released exclusive t-shirts for the occasion while other […]

Last night (September 17), two of modern rock’s most influential bands kicked off a long-awaited headlining tour at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage, which was originally supposed to happen in 2020. Electro-pop duo Pet Shop Boys and the synth-driven Joy Division offshoot New Order are taking their generational talents across North America. The Unity Tour has the […]

With the holiday season approaching, retail stores are switching out beach chairs for inflatable turkeys and Santa Clauses. While the rest of the world prepares for family gatherings and high-calorie meals, music enthusiasts and audiophiles are crafting a list that completely disregards the spirit of the season. Record Store Day Black Friday is only a […]

Dev Hynes has gone through many phases in his career. Whether it’s his time in the noise-punk band Test Icicles or the folk-inspired twang of his two albums as Lightspeed Champion, Dev Hynes is able to dive into any genre and make it his own. His most popular project is the neo-soul-drenched rock albums he’s […]