One of the unique aspects of human living is our propensity to dream, aspire, and ultimately pursue, many different goals and objectives in a lifetime. People see or hear about something that seems worth exploring and suddenly a new path […]
A music journalist with an undying appreciation for the brick-and-mortar music shop, Kira will give any genre of music a listen at least once. A graduate of New York University's Performing Arts Administration program, she has worn industry hats that have placed her within the realms of non-profits, public relations, music technology and, of course, music journalism.
Kira is the founder of Throw the Dice and Play Nice and has contributed to the likes of Best New Bands, Midem and SoundCTRL, among others. She works with the team behind the live music community app GigTown and frequently co-hosts the podcast, "Pop Unmuted." Drop a tweet her way @shadowmelody1.
One of the unique aspects of human living is our propensity to dream, aspire, and ultimately pursue, many different goals and objectives in a lifetime. People see or hear about something that seems worth exploring and suddenly a new path […]
The only thing certain in life is change. No opening thought could be more pertinent and prominent when speaking of Edison, an alternative folk trio hailing from the regions of Denver, CO. When a person gets to know and gets familiar with […]
Imagine growing up in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. Classic southwest U.S., dry heat, lots of sun, and temperatures that frequently visit the triple digits. That’s where the gentlemen of Jared & The Mill call home. Right at this moment […]
It might be called the United States of America but if, like many in this country, someone has never really gone beyond the state of their upbringing, places on the opposite side of the nation might feel like a whole […]
Listening to Sara Watkins make music just puts a room in a good mood. A rainy Tuesday night in the trendy corner of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, tucked away at the dead end of 9th Street and Wythe Avenue, Watkins’ Rough Trade NYC show […]
Hailing from the famous sound center of Austin, Texas – home of the ever popular South by Southwest Festival – Those Poor Serfs fall somewhere in a charming middle ground that stands apart from the condensed modern vibes of SXSW’s […]
There’s a bit of a perfect little oasis to be found in the likes of Long Island indie folk trio, Pandafan. The all girl group of Delaney Hafener (Guitar, Accordion, Keyboard, Bass, Vocals), Grace DeNatale (Violin, Percussion, Vocals), and Stella […]
There are a few ways a person can find themselves walking into seeing an artist live for the first time. There’s planning for a first ever live show, there’s discovering a show at the last minute by an artist one already knows […]
Nowadays, it often feels like bands and artists have to constantly surprise. New fans, old fans, everyone across the board everyone needs to see, hear, and discover something never before experienced. Falling short of this bar can be sometimes be […]
There’s something to be said for how an album comes across – especially the often dreaded sophomore record – when the previous music of a band known for fast fame, hasn’t managed to flood one’s ears or impart unavoidable expectations in […]
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