live coverage
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live coverage 〰️
Texas’ own emo band Oakwood touched down in Portland for the sixth date of their American tour, bringing their sound of nostalgia and intensity to a packed Hawthorne Theater.
Keenan and Billie lead Brooklyn into a folk-filled sunset, intertwining angelic harmonies, warm melodies, and an effortless sense of movement into an unforgettable evening above the city.
At the core, Melanie Martinez crafted an immersive world where every prop, outfit change, and movement served a larger purpose when met with her lyrics. For the one night in Austin, it was clear the audience wasn’t there for a concert, they were there to step into her world.
music reviews
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music reviews 〰️
Role Model becomes Chuck Timely just trying to find some hope in his new album “Chuck Timely & The Hourglass”.
Spencer Southerland’s second single in his new era screams not only rock opera, but self-acceptance in himself and knowing one day someone will intend love him.
New York’s indie rock band Rookie Mistake has released “Fear and Loathing In Modern Times,” the first single off of their upcoming debut album.
The 2010s are back in a big way. Ballet flats have hit the streets, vibrant maximalism is running rampant, and the beloved music styles of the era have been making their way into the 2026 music market, with Lucy Bright’s new song “Honey” as a glowing example.
interviews
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interviews 〰️
Luna Kills tal Wacken festival and cheese
Chatting all things music, Christmas and Aldi with Air Drawn Dagger
Love Rarely chat all things music and live shows at 2000Trees
Catching up with Edinburgh’s Happydaze at 2000Trees Festival
news & extras
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news & extras 〰️
The phrase “no-skip” is thrown around with every popular album release, referring to how good the record is. But is there more to a perfect album than just good songs? And really, can any piece of art be considered perfect? See what the TMB staff has to say about their criteria for a “perfect album”, and examples of albums that check all their boxes.
If you weren’t already aware, the 2026 World Cup is here! While some Americans have been busy watching the Knicks win or the start of baseball season, soccer has taken over the US. As someone who lives near one of the host cities, Atlanta, it’s almost impossible to ignore. Even if you aren’t in a host city, it’s all over social media. From German fan Freddy’s adventures to Korean fans eating Mexican food for the first time, this World Cup is bringing people together in a divided world.
The renaissance of reggae rock and ska-punk in the ‘90s/early 2000s.
The Peaceful Army makes a return! Greta Van Fleet take the stage in a unique, One-Night-Only show in Brooklyn that propelled their momentum to new heights.
Olivia Teaches The Art of Loving to a Crowd of 100,000 at Lollapalooza in Chicago.