Still thinking about @valleyboy’s set from yesterday at @kcrw @SchoolNight showcase at The Airliner. I actually wrote about one of his singles earlier this year and almost compared his voice to Jeff Buckley, which is not something I say lightly. Buckley is one of my all-time favorites, and Live at Sin-é still gets regular spins from me.
Last night, Valley Boy played a tight 30-minute set with songs from his upcoming album, and then he covered “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over.” I was honestly kind of stunned. I sat there with my eyes closed for part of it thinking, if I didn’t know better, this could’ve been Jeff Buckley. Since I never got the chance to see Buckley live, that moment hit in a real way.
If you haven’t checked out Valley Boy yet, give him a shot and spend some time with the music. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. I’ll have more thoughts and photos up on Blurred Culture soon.
#ValleyBoy
#JeffBuckley
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There are certain showcases at SXSW that I always make an effort to attend, and the British Music Embassy is always one of them. They consistently put together a fantastic lineup. I stopped by their day party on Monday and caught some exciting new artists including Ben Ellis, Andrew Cushin, Hanna Leal, and Adult DVD.
I also popped in for a quick set yesterday and caught Carmachine, along with one of the few artists I had scheduled to see twice this week, Amie Gadiaga. It’s always a good time at the British Music Embassy, and the soundtrack they bring from across the pond never disappoints. Plenty of good stuff coming out of the UK right now.
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#AndrewCushin
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Before I head back out to catch some more music, here’s one last post.
The best part of @sxsw is having a schedule of artists you plan to see, but then randomly stumbling into a performance that blows your mind.
I headed over to @swandiveaustin to check out a band on the patio stage, but a group I’d never heard of was playing inside beforehand. Within about thirty seconds I was completely locked in.
The band was @slashneed, and their set hit like a shot of adrenaline. The mix of pounding electronic beats, punk energy, and full-on performance art turned the room into chaos in the best way possible. It was the kind of unexpected discovery that keeps you roaming from venue to venue during SXSW.
That burst of energy carried me all the way until about 3 in the morning.
If you get the chance, go check out Slash Need.
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#BlurredCulture
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#LiveMusicDiscovery
#IndieMusicScene
#ElectronicPunk
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#IndustrialMusic
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#DarkTechno
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Musicians I met during my first SXSW trips will always have a special place with me. I met Derek nine years ago at my very first SXSW when he was playing in Annabelle Chairlegs. He has since moved on from that band and has been a member of Daiistar for the past several years. They closed out the Spin Magazine and Typify showcase and sounded absolutely incredible. Always great seeing Derek jam, and I hope to catch him and the band again soon. Plus, he’s got my name, just spelled differently, so he’s got to be cool.
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#Daiistar
#ConcertPhotography
#AustinMusic
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My first day out at SXSW gave me one of those full circle moments. Seven years ago I caught Turbo Goth for the first time, and this year I finally got to see them again at the Spin Magazine and Typify showcase at The Courtyard in Austin. Paulo and Sara were every bit as dope and sweet as I remembered. Our only interaction over the past seven years has been through social media, so getting to see them perform live again was a real treat.
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“I don't have my license, and the road is caked in snow, but I’ll still drive until I crash or find my way back home.”
Self-produced LA artist bunii delivers a clever and chaotic indie rock ride with his new single “crash,” previewing his upcoming album VIRGILIO arriving March 27.
Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.
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bunii Releases “crash” Ahead of VIRGILIO Album, A Clever and Reckless Indie Rock Ride - Blurred Culture
Self-produced Los Angeles artist bunii releases the fast-paced single “crash” ahead of his upcoming album VIRGILIO, blending sharp guitar runs ...
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Dogstar’s new single “All In Now” taps into a gritty mid-90s alt-rock energy that feels both nostalgic and refreshing. As the band prepares to release their fourth studio album later this year, the track shows a heavier side of the trio that longtime rock fans may appreciate.
“Sometimes the biggest barrier to discovering music you might actually enjoy is your own preconceived idea about what it is supposed to be.”
Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.
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Dogstar Return With “All In Now”: Keanu Reeves and Band Tap Into Gritty 90s Alt-Rock Energy - Blurred Culture
Dogstar return with the gritty alt-rock single “All In Now,” led by Keanu Reeves on bass. The track previews the band’s upcoming 2026 album a...
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“VIAL’s ‘Infected’ is the kind of song you turn to when frustration needs an outlet. Heavy riffs, biting lyrics, and punk energy that hits like a punch to the wall.”
Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.
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VIAL’s “Infected” Channels Punk Fury and Social Frustration on the New Album HELLHOUND - Blurred Culture
Minneapolis punk trio VIAL unleash raw aggression on “Infected,” a standout track from their album HELLHOUND, blending heavy riffs with sharp c...
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Angèle steps into a darker, club-ready lane with Justice on “What You Want,” blending sensual French lyricism with industrial electro pulse. 🇫🇷⚡ Read our review now. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.
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Angèle and Justice Ignite French Touch Energy on “What You Want” - Blurred Culture
Angèle teams up with Justice for “What You Want,” a bold new single blending sensual French pop with muscular electronic production. A deep di...
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Now spinning Stevie Wonder’s In Square Circle. This is the first clean copy of this album I’ve ever found in the wild in the used bins. “Overjoyed” is my favorite track here, and when you play it loud, you can really hear the intricacies in the production, especially the subtle sounds of nature woven into it. Such a beautiful song.
#NowSpinning
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#Overjoyed
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#80sRNB
#SoulMusic
#MusicProduction
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GENA have officially arrived. 🎶
Liv.e and Karriem Riggins blend neo-soul, jazz phrasing, and rhythmic precision on their debut album The Pleasure Is Yours. If you’ve been craving that early-2000s soul pocket with modern edge, this one deserves a full spin.
Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.
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GENA Debut The Pleasure Is Yours Review: Liv.e and Karriem Riggins Craft a Neo-Soul Masterclass - Blurred Culture
GENA, the duo of Liv.e and Karriem Riggins, release their debut album The Pleasure Is Yours via Lex Records, blending neo-soul, jazz, and hip-hop i...
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Valley Boy announces his debut album Children of Divorce and releases “Diana Gets an Email,” a tender and emotionally resonant single that revisits first love at thirteen and the quiet scars of growing up in fractured homes. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.
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Valley Boy Announces Debut Album Children of Divorce and Releases “Diana Gets an Email” - Blurred Culture
Valley Boy announces his debut album Children of Divorce and releases the heartfelt single “Diana Gets an Email,” a soulful reflection on memor...
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My interview piece with the band Inner Wave.
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Inner Wave has been a band for nearly 20 years. In this intimate studio visit, they open up about sobriety, creative tension, brotherhood, and the making of their most personal album yet.
From garage sessions in Inglewood to touring China and Europe, this is the story behind the music. Click the link below or in our profile to check it out.
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Inside The Swamp: Inner Wave, Sobriety, and the Long Road Home - Blurred Culture
LA indie band Inner Wave opens up about sobriety, brotherhood, creative tension, and their upcoming album during an intimate studio interview in In...
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@graceives is back with “Stupid Bitches,” an electronic pop anthem that blends vulnerability and defiance with booming bass and sharp production. If this is the tone of Girlfriend, March can’t come soon enough.
Click the link below or in our profile to read the full review.
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Grace Ives Returns With Electrifying New Single “Stupid Bitches” Ahead of Girlfriend - Blurred Culture
Grace Ives drops “Stupid Bitches,” a bold, electronic-driven pop anthem produced by Ariel Rechtshaid, previewing her upcoming album Girlfriend.
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@JonahKagen’s “Talkin’ About Jesus” takes a promising first date and turns it into a raw, vulnerable folk-rock anthem about longing, faith, and not being seen. It’s intimate, cinematic, and deeply relatable.
Click the link below or in our profile to read the full review.
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@justjaynemusic’s “Death & Taxes” is a lighthearted country-pop anthem built on sharp lyrics and gorgeous three-part harmonies. It may not reinvent the wheel, but it absolutely hits the mood.
Click the link below or in our profile to read the full review.
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#LeighAnnePinnock’s “Goodbye Goodmorning” was my introduction to her solo era and it pulled me in instantly. From the powerful vocals to the clever hook, the track opens the door to a debut album that blends pop, reggae, and R&B with real confidence.
Click the link below or in our profile to read the full review.
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@DomiFilsAime’s My World Is The Sun is a stunning meditation on rebirth, healing, and spiritual freedom. With “Phoenix Rising” and “The River,” she blends jazz, soul, and blues into something both grounding and transcendent. Click the link below or in our profile to read the full review.
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Dominique Fils-Aimé Finds Power in Rebirth on “Phoenix Rising” and My World Is The Sun - Blurred Culture
Dominique Fils-Aimé releases My World Is The Sun, blending jazz, soul, and blues with spiritual depth. “Phoenix Rising” and “The River” sh...
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Last year I went to a vinyl record giveaway and while I was crate digging, the store played a track that made me stop in my tracks. As soon as the record ended, I asked if that album was part of the giveaway, and they handed it to me. I love discovering fantastic jazz vocalists, and when I started digging into Tony Lee Scott’s history, wow, there are so many stories in the music industry that people have forgotten or overlooked. Her story alone is incredibly intriguing.
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Currently spinning Ironhorse’s self-titled debut. Fun fact, the band featured Randy Bachman, best known as a founding member of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive. Ironhorse only released two albums, but this debut honestly isn’t that bad. Solid late 70s rock that deserves a little rediscovery.
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