As the next election draws nearer, we cannot forget why we fight, or rather, who we fight for. Ruination Records surely hasn’t; the independent label is gearing up to release a compilation album called So Many Singing, Volume 2, where all proceeds will be donated to immigrant and refugee non-profit organizations. Among the 50 contributors […]

A couple weeks back, I described my adoration for Paul Bergmann’s acoustic masterpiece, Stars and Streams. Friday saw the record’s release, and the Bootleg hosted the album release party this past Tuesday, which I couldn’t resist attending; Matt Kivel and Bob Villain supported Bergmann for a night showcasing several unique songwriters. The opening act of […]

Nova Scotia four-piece indie rock group Nap Eyes are making their way to the states this Spring, touring in support of their new album Thought Rock Fish Scale, the passionately crafted follow up to their 2014 debut Whine of the Mystic. The band is making a much anticipated stop at The Echo on Monday, March 21st, […]

Martin Courtney may be better known as the front man of Real Estate but the singer-songwriter has shifted gears, sharing his new solo project with fans and new listeners alike. Hear new stripped down tracks from his latest album Many Moons, available now via Domino Recording Co. Sway on to all the new tunes, including catchy single […]

CONTEST CLOSED In support of their second LP, “The Orchard,” Ra Ra Riot is coming to LA and playing shows at both The Glass House and at The Music Box this week and Grimy Goods has a few pairs of tickets to give-away. Ra Ra Riot will play at The Glass House on Tuesday, October […]