For anyone in Los Angeles that thinks they know pop music, or who the great vocalists of our time are, there is no conscionable reason to have missed Nao at the El Rey last Wednesday, where the British electro R&B prodigy graced a sold-out crowd of about 800 with a stadium performance. Before the El Rey curtain […]

Los Angeles native, mini bear (aka Lauren Kop) is serving up yet another 80s synth pop gem titled “Clique.” The new single follows “Prophecy Girl,” mini bear’s previous song reveal, and is one of five delicious electro tracks heard on her forthcoming Mind Control EP. With a dark electronic flavor doused in analog synth and […]

Get Ready To Dance With Monarchy This November Get excited fans of the dazzling English electronic music duo known as Monarchy. Consisting of the talented Andrew Armstrong (producer, DJ) and Ra Black (vocals, lyrics), Monarchy are Los Angeles bound with a headline performance at the Echoplex on Friday, November 11. Known for their sultry synth […]

Electro-pop outfit Pollyn have been cutting their teeth in the Los Angeles’ underground for over two decades, so it should come as no surprise that with four albums now under their belt, the trio have undoubtedly mastered the unruly nature of their witchy electronica. Bristling with vintage samplings, propulsive marches of synthetic percussion, and Genevieve Artadi’s ethereal monotone, […]

M83 is set the headline the Fox Theater in Pomona on Tuesday, April 19. Just two weeks ago, M83, aka Anthony Gonzalez announced an initial series of North American tour dates, including sets at Coachella and The Governor’s Ball in NYC. His Fox Theater date will be part of Coachella’s hefty lineup of Coachella sideshows. […]

We’re usually not the biggest fans of cover songs or remixes, but Hot Chip just marveled us with their sensational cover of Bruce Springsteen’s classic 80s synth number “Dancing In The Dark”. Hot Chip’s version is an epic seven minutes of nostalgia which was recorded with a seven piece live band, featuring drummer Sarah Jones […]

Los Angeles electro pop duo, Pr0files have released a sexy new single titled “Empty Hands”. Oozing with 80s synths and roller rink melodies, the song comes from Pr0files’ forthcoming debut full-length Jurassic Technologie, which is expected for a February 2016 release date. Pr0files is made up of longtime friends, Lauren Pardini and Danny Sternbaum. With songs […]

!!! (Chk Chk Chk) are ready to move and groove you with the release of two new songs and one new video. Today the band has shared two songs that will definitely get your tail feather shaking. You can stream both “Ooo” and “Bam City” below, as well as watch their quirky DIY new video […]

It’s finally here! Peaches has shared her new album Rub for all to stream a few days before its official release date. Rub is Peaches’ first album in six years. The 11-track record features Kim Gordon, Feist, Simonne Jones and more powerful female voices. You can stream the album below or via Peaches’ website. Take […]

This past Friday, Young Empires took on the heat at The Echo. Hailing from Toronto, Ontario (Canada) the boys in Young Empires first took to the scene in October 2009. Known for their genre mashup of electro, indie rock, and alternative dance the band has been gaining a steady stream of long-lasting, dedicated fans for […]

Photo by Wes Marsala When I reached the stage to see Battles at FYF Fest they were nonchalantly setting the up their gear, chewing gum and setting out beers. The drum kit was center stage and toward the front with one tall cymbal raised high in the air. Looking around it was clear that the crowd […]

Photo courtesy of FYF Fest One thing that you’ve got to appreciate about !!! (Chk Chk Chk)’s lead man Nic Offer — the dude has no qualms about getting down, however absurd it might look in his hot pants. Saturday night at FYF Fest, the late addition to the lineup gave the crowd plenty to […]

Just a few months ago, Neon Indian (aka Alan Palomo) shared a flirty new song titled “Annie”. As the first taste of music from Neon Indian in four years, naturally, fans were left with an insatiable craving for more; more music, new album details, tour dates, and more, more more. But fans didn’t get anything after […]

Alison Mosshart of The Kills As I walked up to the El Rey Theatre last night, excitement was in the air for The Kills’ highly anticipated performance. I had missed out on their Halloween show at the Forum due to a last-minute trip to Puerto Rico, and although the comped trip was an amazing experience, […]

Kicking off her U.S. tour, English electro-pop artist, Victoria Hesketh aka Little Boots, played to a sold out show at The Echo last night. The night didn’t start off smoothly as doors opened nearly 45 minutes after they were supposed to, due to the last minute addition of pop singer, Leland. Once the doors did […]

Telekinesis (aka Michael Lerner) returns to Los Angeles with a headlining date scheduled at The Echo on Wednesday, October 7. Touring in support of his fourth studio album, Ad Infinitum, Telekinesis will embark on a tour with supporting act Say Hi on October 1 in Bellingham, Washington and end in November in Seattle. He also has […]

After an almost four-year hiatus, Neon Indian (aka Alan Palomo) is back with a new 80s-electro track. Neon Indian has shared a flirty new song titled “Annie”. You can stream the song below and view the single’s artwork. In 2011, Neon Indian released his sophomore album Era Extraña. Almost four years later he’s sharing some […]

Laying down those infectious disco-pop vibes, nice and thick, Mystery Skulls (AKA Luis Dubac) steamed the Echoplex this past Friday. Blending all the illustrious elements of soul, disco, r&B, and pop—Mystery Skulls gave fans at the Echoplex a dance party that won’t be soon forgotten. Mystery Skulls’ debut album Forever recently dropped via Warner Bros. […]

Photo by Mathew Parri Thomas Whether his sonic grooves are smooth and sexy, or playful and vibrant, there is nothing “ratchet” about Shamir’s music. The Las Vegas native may not be able to purchase an alcoholic beverage legally, but despite his young age of 20, he sure knows how to deliver electronic soul-disco to the […]

Australia’s Miami Horror are back in Los Angeles with a headlining show date at The Roxy in West Hollywood on Friday, June 5th. The band have will embark on a 2015 North American tour in support of their forthcoming second LP All Possible Futures, out April 21 on Haven Sounds/Dine Alone Records. Miami Horror will […]