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"...The chorus, “So come on, tear me wide open / A terrible gift / Let the chorus console me / Sympathy magic” almost feels like a ritual of surrender, which is emphasized by the visuals that accompany those lyrics in the music video. It’s as if she’s offering herself up to be broken, trusting that in the breaking, there’s a strange kind of grace. That idea of pain as transformation has long haunted Florence’s music, but here it feels distilled to its most human form..."

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Florence + The Machine bares her soul in “Sympathy Magic,” a raw and reflective single that trades anthemic grandeur for emotional honesty. As "Everybody Scream" arrives this Friday, the song reveals a Florence + The Machine unafraid to show the cracks that make her shine.

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"...Allie X herself describes the track as “a truly wholesome and very personal song about coming back together as a person when life has broken you apart. It is a celebration of growing up and understanding that my body has always been on my side, despite feeling the opposite for most of my life.” That sentiment cuts to the core of what makes this song so powerful: it’s not just reconciliation with another, but reconciliation with herself..."

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New music from Allie Xhas always felt like a gift, and her new single “Reunite” is no exception. Bright, playful, and deeply personal, it’s a reminder of her ability to turn hardship into joy. Click the link below or in our profile to check out our full review.

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https://blurredculture.com/allie-x-reunite-review-happiness-is-going-to-get-you/

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"...For me, discovering The Bobby Lees feels like stumbling into a live wire in a scene that can sometimes play it too safe. They’re messy in all the right ways. Loud in the way you need loud to be. The kind of band that makes you believe rock and roll can still be dangerous... and that dangerous music is exactly what we need."

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Discovering The Bobby Lees Lees feels like plugging into a live wire. Their new single “Napoleon” is raw, feral, and impossible to ignore — the perfect introduction to their unapologetic punk energy. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out. Epitaph Records

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https://blurredculture.com/the-bobby-lees-napoleon-epitaph-records/

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"...From there, “Hooked” becomes a study in escalation. Each layer…the fuzzed-out guitar riffs, the deep-hitting drum thuds, the spiraling vocals… drives the song toward its breaking point. Colbert’s delivery grows more unhinged as he repeats the refrain: “I’m still hooked on a feeling that could’ve killed you.” What began in falsetto resignation erupts into full-throated cries of desperation and defiance. It’s not sung so much as torn out, the kind of yelp feels like catharsis..."

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Toronto’s own Rise Carmine delivers a hypnotic new single with “Hooked,” a song that builds tension until it bursts into chaos. Read our thought on the new single/video and keep an eye out for his new EP "Come in Closer "at the link below or in our profile.

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https://blurredculture.com/rise-carmine-hooked-review-come-in-closer-ep/

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“…Musically, the track shimmers in that liminal space between organic and otherworldly. Bones of percussion, synth drones that cry like human voices, and her haunting voice that echoes in the mix. Ali, as sole composer, producer, and performer, proves herself a master painter of atmospheres, sculpting what feels like an altar in sonic form…”

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Azam Ali’s single “To Pieces” from her upcoming album Synesthesia is a haunting blend of ethereal soundscapes and raw political truth. Both a lament and a call for transformation, the track shows why her music resonates so deeply in today’s world.

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https://blurredculture.com/azam-ali-to-pieces-synesthesia-review/

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“…The track wastes no time in throwing you headfirst into the chaos. “Can you hear me now, I’m falling off the balcony, foaming at the mouth, yeah love is such a tragedy.” It’s dramatic, sure, but that’s the point. Girl Tones embrace the over-the-top in a way that feels honest and not contrived. They’re not delivering tidy lessons or sugarcoated anthems, they’re spitting out what it feels like to be at the edge…”

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Girl Tones strike a match with their new single “Burnout” — a fiery anthem of rebellion with a video that ends on one perfect image: a single match sputtering out. Raw, sarcastic, and impossible to ignore, this is a band worth following. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

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https://blurredculture.com/girl-tones-burnout-single-video-review/

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“…[W]hat makes the track really stand out is Queenie’s vocal delivery. She moves in and out of head voice with a precision that never feels showy, instead carrying a kind of fragility that makes the song hit harder. There’s a vulnerability in the way she sings, a willingness to let the cracks and breathiness become part of the texture… and that choice turns this cut into something personal. It’s the kind of performance that sneaks up on you and then refuses to let go…”

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Sateen's Queenie just dropped her boldest single yet. “VASALINE” pairs delicate vocals with raw lyricism and a sleek, breakbeat-driven sound. It’s a fearless, unforgettable listen. Watch the video and stream the track now.

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https://blurredculture.com/queenie-unveils-bold-new-single-vasaline-with-delicate-vocals-and-powerful-lyrics/

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“…There’s also something guarded about “Something in the Heavens.” It doesn’t give away too much of the backstory, and maybe that’s the point. We’re left to interpret whether he’s singing about personal loss, a broken relationship, or something even broader. But the lack of specificity makes it universal. Everyone listening can plug their own grief into the song and find comfort in its promise of reunion…”

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Lewis Capaldi nearly brought me to tears with his Glastonbury performance.... and he’s done it again with his new single “Something in the Heavens.” The song may be simple, but sung by someone who has endured so much, it hits the soul even harder. Read the full review now.

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https://blurredculture.com/lewis-capaldi-something-in-the-heavens-review/

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“…What makes the song work is the balance: raw, almost mocking imagery in the verses that blooms into a chorus you can’t help but belt out. It’s both biting and uplifting, turning a story of toxic cycles into something triumphant…

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All Time Low’s new single “Butterflies” is a straight-up banger. With a hook that feels tailor-made for the stage, “So what’s the point of holding on when letting go’s the only way you’re changing?”, this one’s destined to be a live anthem. Their upcoming album Everyone’s Talking! drops October 17.

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https://blurredculture.com/all-time-low-butterflies-single-2025/

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First time seeing @cagetheelephant live, and it was long overdue!🔥 Matt Shultz doing what Matt Shultz does best. I know everyone in the pit probably walked away with a jump shot of him, but this one may be my favorite shot of the weekend.

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Big thanks to the @theohanafest team for letting @blurred_culture cover this year’s festival. 🙏 Hoping we can keep coming back in the years to come.

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Still got a lot of photo sorting and editing and writing ahead of me, but hopefully I’ll have my full review up later this week (or early next). In the meantime, back to sorting through photos and jotting down thoughts.

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Here are some photos I took of @Wisp at a soldout @fondatheatre 9/23/25. To see a young Asian American female artist like Wisp commanding the stage in the shoegaze scene felt quite profound. Representation in this genre matters, and watching her have this moment was something I’ll carry with me. More photos and my review to come. Stay tuned.

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“…It’s a striking moment of emotional distance, almost an anthem for apathy. But beneath the bluntness there’s also an acknowledgment of possibility: “I could lift you up, give a further thought / I could bleach your name in the crowd.” They seem to thrive in that tension; balancing detachment with yearning, insincerity with vulnerability…”

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@lovejoyonline are back with their new single “Common Touch,” a post-funk tinged cut from their highly anticipated debut album One Simple Trick (out Oct 3). With sharp lyrics, surreal imagery, and a biting sense of apathy, this one feels like it was made for the fans who shout every word at their shows. Their North American headline tour kicks off October 18. Tickets are bound to move fast.

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https://blurredculture.com/lovejoy-common-touch-one-simple-trick-single/

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“…That notion lingers: in a world where intimacy is often physical before it’s emotional, there may be more “emotional virgins” than actual virgins. EMELINE’s framing captures this paradox in a way that’s both provocative and relatable. Behind the sparkle and hooks, she’s posing a challenge: when was the last time you truly let someone all the way in?...”

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EMELINE’s new single “Emotional Virgin” is a shimmering synth-pop anthem that finds power in vulnerability and celebrates sapphic awakening. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

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https://blurredculture.com/emeline-emotional-virgin-synth-pop-single/

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“RAYE is absolutely smashing it right now. Her new single “Where Is My Husband!” and its accompanying video are pure fire. I simply can’t get enough. The sonics are so on point: that breakbeat snaps, the horns punch with precision, and the whole thing swings with a swagger that feels larger than life. And then there’s the video’s clever twist...”

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@raye is back and she’s on fire. 🔥 Her new single “Where Is My Husband!” is a funky, breakbeat-fueled anthem that’s as bold as it is witty. Alongside the release, she’s announced a massive 40-date world tour in 2026 with support from her sisters @the.absolutely and @amma.

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https://blurredculture.com/raye-where-is-my-husband-single-2026-tour/

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“RAYE is absolutely smashing it right now. Her new single “Where Is My Husband!” and its accompanying video are pure fire. I simply can’t get enough. The sonics are so on point: that breakbeat snaps, the horns punch with precision, and the whole thing swings with a swagger that feels larger than life. And then there’s the video’s clever twist...”

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RAYE is back and she’s on fire. 🔥 Her new single “Where Is My Husband!” is a funky, breakbeat-fueled anthem that’s as bold as it is witty. Alongside the release, she’s announced a massive 40-date world tour in 2026 with support from her sisters ABSOLUTELY and AMMA.

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https://blurredculture.com/raye-where-is-my-husband-single-2026-tour/

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“…The Midnight, known for weaving cinematic synthwave textures with Tyler Lyle’s emotive vocals and Tim McEwan’s lush production, have never shied away from pop impulses. But teaming with McKee elevates those impulses into something undeniable. Her performance here is not just a guest feature. It’s the engine that drives the song into proper anthem territory…”

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@bonniemckee brings her undeniable hitmaker’s touch to @themidnightofficial’s new single “Runaways.” Ahead of the band’s upcoming 17-track opus Syndicate (out October 3 via @ultrarecordsofficial),this collab proves how infectious hooks can transform a synthwave track into a proper pop anthem.

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https://blurredculture.com/bonnie-mckee-the-midnight-runaways-syndicate/

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“…On Burnout Days, “Swim Between Trees” leans upbeat and propulsive, anchored in that indie-rock-meets-pop energy that flipturn pull off so well. Eleni’s version, however, takes the track in an entirely different direction; slowed down, treated more like a mid-tempo ballad, and dripping with a kind of quiet tenderness. Eleni's delicate vocals enhance the song’s dreamy imagery, giving the lyrics (“My mind’s a river draped with leaves / And you’re still swimming through the trees”) room to breathe and resonate in a way that feels more intimate. The cover becomes less of a rework and more of a meditation, highlighting just how malleable a good song can be…”

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flipturn have teamed up with Eleni Drake for a delicate reinterpretation of “Swim Between Trees.” The stripped-down version shines a new light on a fan favorite from Burnout Days, pairing Eleni’s crystalline vocals with flipturn’s introspective writing.

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https://blurredculture.com/flipturn-eleni-drake-swim-between-trees-reimagined/

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“…For me, that’s what makes this single resonate is that it balances commentary with vibe. The repeated insistence of “I’m still rooting for us” isn’t just about romance, it feels like a wider message of optimism in a messy cultural moment. And if this track is just the opening note of Strange World, it has me genuinely curious to hear where St. Panther takes things next…”

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St. Panther is back. The Mexican/Colombian artist announces their long-awaited EP Strange World (out Nov 7 via Drinksumwtr), led by the soulful title track featuring Rae Khalil. A laid-back groove with early-90s R&B vibes, the single blends social commentary with optimism: “We’re living in such a strange world… but I’m still rooting for us.”

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https://blurredculture.com/st-panther-strange-world-ep/

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“…The Echo show felt like more than just any concert. It was a proof of concept for Lydia Night's solo career. The crowd sang along not only to the familiar Regrettes tracks but to the brand-new ones as if they’d been around for years. There was a tangible sense of arrival, the kind of atmosphere where you realize you’re witnessing an artist step into a new identity in real time…”

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Lydia Night lit up The Echo with songs from her debut Parody of Pleasure — a record that proves she’s not just joking about being a pop star, she is one. Read the full review and check out my full photo gallery now! Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

✍️&📷: @DKLPHOTOS

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“…These are the moments that make a life. They can’t be recreated, only seized. They are ephemeral by nature, which is precisely why they matter. In the end, what Oasis gave me wasn’t just nostalgia or a reminder of my youth. It was a reminder of what it means to live fully, to recognize beauty in the fleeting, and to treasure those rare occasions when humanity remembers itself…”

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Sometimes you stumble into a night that changes you. Oasis’ first California show since 2008 at the Rose Bowl was one of those nights. An unforgettable reminder of why we chase live music, and how it unites us when nothing else can. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

📷: Albert Licano & ✍️: DKLPHOTOS

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https://blurredculture.com/oasis-at-the-rose-bowl-a-philosophical-reflection-on-music-unity-and-ephemeral-moments/

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#Oasis

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#RoseBowl

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#Britpop

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#ConcertEssay

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#ConcertLife

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“…“Inefficient Love” is a prime example. It’s a tender, acoustic ballad with a folksy core… far removed from the electronic energy he was cultivating at the Roxy. Built on simple guitar strums and layered vocals, the track strips everything down to raw emotion. Murphy sings, “Love me till the end of time / Pick apart my peace of mind / Feels like running overtime / Won’t someone come and change my mind.” It’s a plea that feels both universal and deeply personal…”

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@chetfaker is back with “Inefficient Love,” a stripped-back ballad that showcases his restless creativity and raw emotion. Read our full review now. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

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https://blurredculture.com/chet-faker-returns-with-tender-new-single-inefficient-love/

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#ChetFaker

#BlurredCulture

#InefficientLove

#NickMurphy

#NewMusic

#AcousticBallad

#IndieFolk

#AlternativeMusic

#SingerSongwriter

#IndieArtist

#IndieMusicReview

#MusicDiscovery

#NowPlaying

#OnRepeat

#SongwriterLife

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#IndieScene

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#MusicRadar

#EmotionalSongs

#MusicLoversUnite

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#IndieVoices

#MusicRelease

#IndieSpotlight

#IndieBallad

“…Wolf Alice’s new single “Just Two Girls,” off their fourth album The Clearing, is one of those tracks that sneaks up on you. On paper, the lyrics lean heavy. The lyrics themselves contemplate beauty standards, possessions, and overthinking everything in the room. But in practice, the groove is breezy and the melody carefree, almost as if these existential musings are just playful afterthoughts shared over drinks. It’s a contrast that makes the song land, in my humble opinion, particularly intriguing…”

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@wolfaliceband turn late-night honesty into art with their new single “Just Two Girls” — a breezy groove paired with a cinematic video starring @lucyboynton1. Watch the official video and stream The Clearing now.

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Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

https://blurredculture.com/wolf-alices-just-two-girls-balances-carefree-groove-with-cinematic-precision/

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#WolfAlice
#BlurredCulture
#JustTwoGirls
#TheClearing
#LucyBoynton
#ColinSolalCardo
#RyanHeffington
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#AlternativeRock
#NewMusic
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#Glastonbury
#PrimaveraSound
#Radio1BigWeekend
#BritishBand
#IndieRockBand
#AltRock
#NowPlaying
#MusicJournalism
#AlbumOfTheYear
#MustListen
#OnRepeat
#TrackReview

“…If “Dually of Man” digs into the banality of suburban life, “The Modern Grape” feels like a warped pep talk for anyone clawing toward significance. It cycles through impatience and resignation, with the band wondering if they’re destined to be juicy grapes or shriveled raisins in the pursuit of artistic validation. There’s humor buried in the desperation, a twisted self-awareness that makes that makes this band terribly fun to listen to..”

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Portland rock outfit @the_macks unleash a double shot of lo-fi chaos with their new singles “Dually of Man” and “The Modern Grape.” Scuzzy, raw, and packed with frenetic energy, the tracks set the stage for their upcoming album Bonanza(out Sept. 25).

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Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

https://blurredculture.com/the-macks-bring-lo-fi-frenzy-on-dually-of-man-and-the-modern-grape-ahead-of-bonanza/

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#TheMacks
#BlurredCulture
#Bonanza
#DuallyOfMan
#TheModernGrape
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#NewMusic
#NewMusic2025
#AlbumAnnouncement
#MusicReview
#AcidMothersTemple
#IndieRock
#IndieBands
#RockMusic
#RockBands
#PsychedelicRock
#ScuzzyRock
#DirtyRock
#RawSound
#UndergroundRock
#BandReview
#AltRock
#AlternativeMusic
#NowSpinning
#ListenToThis
#MusicFans
#RockNRoll

Bought this limited coke bottle clear pressing of @folkbitchtrio debut LP Now Would Be A Good Time and loving its vibes. Those 3 part harmonies are “chef’s kiss”

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#FolkBitchTrio

#VinylCommunity

#NowSpinning

#vinylrecords

#vinyltok

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Some artists leave a mark the first time you see them, and @laurenruthward has been that for me since the night I first caught her at The Roxy back in 2017. Tonight at the @gibsonguitar showroom, celebrating the release of her latest album Medicine, she conjured the same magic and raw energy that’s stayed with me all these years.

Her music has been a soundtrack to countless moments, and photographing her performances has been a constant reminder of why I fell in love with live music photography in the first place. Grateful to witness her evolution and still be inspired every time she steps on stage.

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Side note: this is the 17th performance of hers that I’ve been able to photograph!!! 🤯

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Musicians sharing the stage with #LRW: @lightfootmusic @jessthedrummer @cori.xox @swimm @chloe_fuller_

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📸: @dklphotos

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#LaurenRuthWard

#DKLPHOTOS

#ConcertPic

#ConcertPhoto

#music

#Musica

#ConcertPhotographer

#LiveConcertPhotography

#MusicPhotographer

#LosAngeles

#exploreshootconquer

#gramslayers

#Illgrammers

#gigphotography

#themusicpr0ject

#lifeinthepit

#ConcertJunkie

#GibsonShowroom

#MedicineEP

#IndieRock

#AltRock

#ConcertVibes

#OnStage

#IndieMusic

#MusicCommunity

#LiveMusicPhotography

#MusicianLife

#StagePhotography

#GigLife

The last (and first) time I saw @julezandtherollerz live was two years ago at an @lamusicscene_ home concert … WAAAAY too long of a gap. Finally caught them again at @barhenryla during @echoparkrising, and I gotta say… the new music rocks 🤘 The new material is straight fire 🔥 and I’m hyped to hear the studio versions when they drop.

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More photos and thoughts coming eventually to @blurredculture , so stick around for that!

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More photos here: instagram.com/p/DNfF28RtabS/…

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#JulezAndTheRollerz

#DKLPHOTOS

#EchoParkRising

#ConcertPic

#ConcertPhotography

#Music

#LiveMusic

#MusicPhotographer

#ConcertPhoto

#GigPhotography

#LosAngeles

#ConcertPhotographer

#MusicPhotography

#exploreshootconquer

#lifeinthepit

#themusicpr0ject

#concertjunkie

#musica

#ConcertPhotos

#ConcertGram

#MusicVibes

#FestivalVibes

#IndieRock

#NewMusic

#Musica

#GramSlayers

#Illgrammers

#ConcertLife

#LiveConcertPhotography

On Saturday during @echoparkrising I wandered over to @barhenryla a bit early and ended up catching a band called @belleandchain. I kinda got a Laurel Canyon rock with a touch of psychedelia vibe with them. Pretty pleasant surprise… especially when I discovered their lead singer is @spencergrammer, aka the voice of Summer from Rick and Morty! Glad I showed up early for this one!

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More photos and thoughts eventually coming to @blurredculture so stay tuned for that.

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#BelleAndChain

#DKLPHOTOS

#EchoParkRising

#ConcertPic

#ConcertPhotography

#Music

#MusicPhotographer

#ConcertPhoto

#GigPhotography

#LosAngeles

#ConcertPhotographer

#MusicPhotography

#exploreshootconquer

#lifeinthepit

#themusicpr0ject

#concertjunkie

#ConcertPhotos

#ConcertGram

#MusicVibes

#AmericanaMusic

#ClassicRockVibes

#Psychedelia

#MalibuRock

#SpencerGrammer

#Musica

#GramSlayers

#Illgrammers

#MusicLovers

#ConcertLife

After a rough week juggling work and life, catching @theblushesband at @thesemitropic on Friday during @echoparkrising was exactly what I needed. There’s just something about their fun, high-energy punk that always lifts my mood. Every time I see them, I walk away smiling.

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Full gallery coming eventually to @blurred_culture, so stay tuned for that!

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#TheBlushes

#DKLPHOTOS

#EchoParkRising

#ConcertPic

#ConcertPhotography

#Music

#LiveMusic

#MusicPhotographer

#ConcertPhoto

#GigPhotography

#LosAngeles

#ConcertPhotographer

#MusicPhotography

#exploreshootconquer

#lifeinthepit

#themusicpr0ject

#concertjunkie

#ConcertPhotos

#ConcertGram

#MusicVibes

#FestivalVibes

#PunkRock

#IndieRock

#WomenInMusic

#Musica

#GramSlayers

#Illgrammers

#MusicLovers

#ConcertLife

I’ll admit it — I’ve been sleeping on @mackandgold for way too long. Caught her live for the first time at @thesemitropic for some pre- @echoparkrising festivies, and she was dope. Smooth R&B vibes that honestly caught me off guard in the best way. When she mentioned she’d be doing a special set of System of a Down covers the next day, I thought she was joking… but turns out she really did it. I’ll definitely be keeping an eye on her going forward.

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More photos and thoughts eventually on @blurred_culture so stay tuned.

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#MackAndGold

#DKLPHOTOS

#EchoParkRising

#ConcertPic

#ConcertPhotography

#Music

#LiveMusic

#MusicPhotographer

#ConcertPhoto

#GigPhotography

#LosAngeles

#ConcertPhotographer

#MusicPhotography

#exploreshootconquer

#lifeinthepit

#themusicpr0ject

#concertjunkie

#audioloveofficial

#ConcertPhotos

#ConcertGram

#RnBMusic

#SmoothVibes

#SoulfulSounds

#IndieRnB

#Musica

#GramSlayers

#Illgrammers

#MusicLovers

#ConcertLife

First time seeing @machillmusic live during @echoparkrising at @thesemitropic. He mentioned that he hadn’t been on stage in a while, but his set was a slick fusion of disco, funk, house, and electronica… somewhere between Parcels’ polish and Daft Punk’s pulse. I dig it.

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📷 @dklphotos. Full gallery and further thoughts coming eventually to @blurred_culture, so stay tuned.

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#MacHill

#EchoParkRising

#ConcertPic

#ConcertPhotography

#Music

#LiveMusic

#MusicPhotographer

#ConcertPhoto

#GigPhotography

#LosAngeles

#ConcertPhotographer

#MusicPhotography

#exploreshootconquer

#lifeinthepit

#themusicpr0ject

#concertjunkie

#ConcertPhotos

#ConcertGram

#MusicVibes

#HouseMusic

#DiscoFunk

#Electronica

#NuDisco

#Musica

#GramSlayers

#Illgrammers

#MusicLovers

#ConcertLife

#LiveConcertPhotography

Dropped the needle on my latest treasure — an autographed copy of Louis Cole’s Nothing with the Metropole Orkest & Jules Buckley. 🎶 Pure magic on wax. I’ve seen Louis tear it up with a huge band before, but man… I wish I could’ve been in the UK when THIS was performed live.

#LouisCole

#MetropoleOrkest

#JulesBuckley

#VinylCollection

#VinylCommunity

#NowSpinning

#VinylRecords

#RecordCollection

#VinylLovers

#VinylAddict

#NowPlayingVinyl

#RecordCollector

#TurntableTuesday

#VinylGram

#CrateDiggers

#RecordPlayer

#VinylJunkie

#WaxAddict

#MusicLovers

#JazzFusion

#OrchestralMusic

#LiveMusic

#MusicPhotography

#ConcertJunkie

#MusicObsessed

#Audiophile

#VinylPorn

#Musica

#InstaMusic

#DKLPHOTOS

#BlurredCulture

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“…There’s something quietly brilliant about Lo-files, the unannounced release that followed. A lo-fi reinterpretation of their own discography from a band who understands not just their sound, but how people actually live with music now. It’s the kind of project you’d expect from a bedroom producer on YouTube... a lovingly faded tribute made with secondhand beats and coffee-stained samples... but here it comes directly from the source. They didn’t outsource their legacy; they curated it, chose the collaborators, and released it under their own name, fully aware of the statement they were making…”

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Bring Me the Horizon have done it again—this time trading breakdowns for bedroom beats. Their surprise album Lo-filestakes tracks from every era, from Sempiternal to NeX GEn, and reshapes them into hazy, lo-fi nostalgia. It’s reflective, unexpected, and proves BMTH never stop evolving. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

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https://blurredculture.com/bring-me-the-horizon-reimagine-their-legacy-with-surprise-lo-fi-album-lo-files/

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#BringMeTheHorizon
#BlurredCulture
#LoFiles
#BMTH
#LoFiMusic
#AlternativeRock
#Metalcore
#PostHardcore
#UKRock
#BritishRock
#AlbumReview
#MusicReview
#RockMusic
#MusicJournalism
#NewMusic
#RockBand
#AltRock
#PostHuman
#NewMusicFriday
#NowSpinning
#MusicDiscovery
#ListeningNow
#OnRepeat
#IndieRock
#AltMusic
#MusicObsessed
#RockFans
#IconicBands
#BandEvolution
#RockBand
#AltRock
#PostHuman
#NewMusicFriday

Found Sam Smith’s Gloria for 7 bucks. Would have I paid full price for it? Probably not. Do I think it’s as good as In the Lonely Hour or The Thrill of It All? Not really.

But for the price of an extra large salted caramel cream cold brew from Starbucks, I’ll take it.

#SamSmith

#Gloria

#VinylFinds

#RecordCollector

#VinylCommunity

#NowSpinning

#MusicTikTok

#VinylAddict

#ThriftFinds

#RecordHaul

#VinylDeal

#VinylOfTheDay

#PopMusic

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.@BlondeRedhead’s self -titled debut is criminally underrated. Raw, noisy, chaotic in the best way. Like Sonic Youth got lost in a dream. Always a good spin.

#BlondeRedhead

#NowSpinning

#CriminallyUnderrated

#DebutAlbum

#IndieRock

#NoiseRock

#PostPunk

#VinylCommunity

#VinylAddict

#RecordCollector

#90sAlternative

#UndergroundClassics

#VinylVibes

#SonicYouthVibes

#HiddenGems

#SpinningVinyl

#AnalogObsession

#VinylFinds

#CultClassic

#VinylLover

#ShoegazeAdjacent

#TurntableVibes

#AlbumDeepDive

#VinylCulture

#OnRepeat

#IndieLegends

#SpinningTheGoodStuff

#ForgottenFavorites

#WaxWisdom

#NowPlaying

#RecordPlayerVibes

#Music

#Musica

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I got to interview my friend about the new Failure documentary. Check it out!

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“…I think the biggest hurdle that I can speak on is that you can always keep going. This film kept growing and growing over the years. There was so much happening behind the scenes as well. There could have been a documentary about the making of this documentary. But at some point you have to stop filming and stop collecting information. As long as the band exists you could truly keep shooting, the story just keeps continuing...” - @

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Failure fans, this one’s for you. 🎬 I had a chance to ask Priscilla Chavez-Scott—photographer, co-producer, and co-editor of the new Every Time You Lose Your Mind documentary—to talk about telling the story of one of LA’s most beloved underground bands. Now streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.

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https://blurredculture.com/inside-every-time-you-lose-your-mind-priscilla-chavez-scott-on-capturing-the-legacy-of-failure/

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#EveryTimeYouLoseYourMind
#FailureBand
#PriscillaChavezScott
#HuluDocumentary
#AltRockLegends
#90sAlternative
#KenAndrews
#FantasticPlanet
#MusicDocumentary
#RockDocumentary
#SteveAlbini
#HayleyWilliams
#MargaretCho
#ButchVig
#JasonSchwartzman
#RickBeato
#DocFilm
#IndieRockDoc
#FilmEditor
#WomenInFilm
#BehindTheScenes
#LosAngelesMusic
#AltRockHistory
#HuluOnDisneyPlus
#FilmPremiere
#MusicJournalism
#ConcertPhotographer
#FailureFanbase
#UndergroundMusicScene
#DocuFeature
#RockAndRollStories
#BlurredCulture

“…“What You Need” is clean, infectious, and soaked in musical pedigree. With every artist involved operating at the top of their form, this is one of those rare collabs that lives up to its lineup. It’s what you need — and more.”

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Destructo, MxNxStxR, Thundercat & Channel Tres Drop Disco-Funk Gem “What You Need”

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Click the link below or in our profile to check out the @mxnxstxr @channeltres @thundercatmusic , @destructoamf and @tydollasign collab “What You Need”!

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https://blurredculture.com/destructo-mxnxstxr-thundercat.../

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#Destructo

#MxNxStxR

#BlurredCulture

#Thundercat

#ChannelTres

#WhatYouNeed

#TyDollaSign

#DiscoFunk

#DanceMusic

#FunkMusic

#ElectronicMusic

#HouseMusic

#MusicCollab

#ClubAnthem

#NewMusic2025

#AllMyFriendsRecords

#WestCoastVibes

#SummerPlaylist

#MusicProducer

#BasslineGroove

#LAClubScene

#MusicianLife

#CollaborationTrack

#IndieDance

#FunkRevival

#LAArtists

#CleanProduction

#FalsettoVibes

#DancefloorReady