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Molly Alphabet Shines on Classic New EP, “Traces”

The last original recorded material from local country outfit Molly Alphabet came out in January 2012. So it’s safe to say we’re overdue for their brand new five-song EP, Traces. It officially drops on Saturday, May 13th, with a release [...]

May 11, 2017 Album Reviews, Local Artists, Local Releases, Upcoming Shows

On May 13th, Inaugural Millvale Music Festival Will Celebrate the Borough—and Tons of Local Talent

If you’re reading this, chances are high that you’ve seen at least one show at Mr. Smalls Theatre, or its smaller companion, The Funhouse. These venues and the concerts they host are definitely worth the trek across the river to [...]

May 9, 2017 Concert Calendar, Concert Preview, Local Artists, Upcoming Shows

The Me Toos Rock Steady on New Album, “Ghost Fly By”

  With all the genre-bending, experimental acts shaking up Pittsburgh, such as Starship Mantis and Beauty Slap, it’s sometimes easy to forget the virtues and appeal of straight-up rock n’ roll. Luckily, The Me Toos are here to remind us. [...]

April 28, 2017 Album Reviews, Local Artists, Local Releases, Upcoming Shows

Side Eye Offer Captivating Haze with Debut Album, “La Vague”

Album cover by Dave Watt Local music label/collective Golden Magnet has recently added a new band to its already-impressive roster: Side Eye, a trio that blends the brash, fun energy of punk with the hazy dreaminess and cool riffs of [...]

April 26, 2017 Album Reviews, Local Artists, Local Releases, Upcoming Shows

Exclusive: Jukebox the Ghost Talk Tour Life, New Single, and Upcoming Album

With the release of their brand new single, “Stay the Night,” and their mini-tour around the U.S. that brings them to Mr. Smalls Theatre tonight (4/13), Jukebox The Ghost are mixing up their formula. [...]

April 13, 2017 Concert Calendar, Concert Preview, Feature, Interviews, Upcoming Shows

James Street to Expand Its Reach With Launch of New Company, Sound Beacon Productions

Anyone who knows the Pittsburgh scene knows the importance of James Street Gastropub and Speakeasy. Thanks to General Manager Kevin Saftner and his team, the venue has become one of the most diverse and happening performance spaces in the city. [...]

April 3, 2017 Feature, Interviews, Local Artists

Nevada Color, Daily Grind, and Jacob Klein Bring the House Down At Cattivo, 3/25/17

Photos and article by Melanie Stangl It was a warm, early spring evening in Lawrenceville as I headed into Cattivo last Saturday for Nevada Color’s first headlining show of the year. Between the recent Daylight Savings Time leap and the [...]

April 2, 2017 Concert Reviews, Local Artists

Nevada Color and Daily Grind Will Party Hard at Cattivo on Saturday, 3/25/17- TICKET GIVEAWAY

For local indie pop-rockers on the rise, Nevada Color, 2016 was a busy year. Between winning the title of Best Pop-Rock Band from Pittsburgh City Paper, opening for the alternative group PVRIS (who are soon to begin touring with Muse), [...]

March 19, 2017 Concert Preview, Local Artists, Upcoming Shows

Lyndsey Smith & Soul Distribution Breathe Life Into Soul-R&B Fusion with New EP, “Rhapsodize Me”

Lyndsey Smith and Soul Distribution “Rhapsodize Me” Released January 14, 2017 Confession: this EP isn’t completely new. Shame on us for sleeping on it. “Rhapsodize Me” was released on January 14th, and the five-track record displays a masterful blend of [...]

March 15, 2017 Album Reviews, Local Artists, Local Releases

Ticket Giveaway: Mae, OWEL, and Constellations at Mr. Smalls Theatre, 3/09/17

Indie rock band Mae is hitting the road for a short string of performances next week in support of their newest release, (M)(A)(E), a compilation of their previous three EP’s: (m)orning, (a)fternoon, and (e)vening. Originally hailing from Virginia Beach, VA, [...]

March 6, 2017 Concert Preview, Upcoming Shows