Album Review: “Fetch” (Crisis Arm)
Crisis Arm are without a doubt one of the most hardworking bands I can think of. As a matter of fact, every time I talk to them they are working on a new release. They are also the embodiment of…
Will It Blend #7: Indie Pop
Indie pop: what does that even mean? The confusing history of “pop†and “indie†complicate what should be a simple issue. The fact is the term indie pop has expanded far beyond the literal meaning. Theoretically, indie would refer to…
“Animated Albums” Returns with ‘Glacier’ by Teen Daze
Hello from your friendly DJ Rubix! (Long time no post, I know.)Â Thanks to the insanity of senior year, I haven't had time to DJ full-time or write for the blog. However, I just reviewed "Glacier" by Teen Daze for…
Movie Music-A Better Life
Alright. Here’s where I start delving into the film scores, so if classical music isn’t typically your thing, just bear with me for a moment. For those of you who actually do listen to your fair share of film scores,…
Movie Music-Ruby Sparks
I’m a dancer, so music has always been a very important part of my life. Truth be told, however, my taste in music, which happens to very eclectic if not somewhat bipolar, is based much more on gut reactions than…
Station Life in the (Relatively) Early Morning
For those of you who have ever wondered what it is like down at the station when you’re not around (kind of a “Does a falling tree make a sound if there’s no one there to hear it?†thing)…the answer…
Cuates in-studio on The Barnyard with Abby
Chris Cuates stopped by KSPC to play americana-twinged punk on guitar and drum/tambourine during The Barnyard with Abby, which you can hear on KSPC Thursday's 2-4pm. Hear more of their music here. Mama Should've Known Better Lying Circle Poon Hound…
Kaleidoscope Jukebox- Album Review!
Review of: Artist: Kaleidoscope Jukebox // Album: Infinite Reflection // By Jason Schechter After hearing the first few songs, I immediately felt a Big Gigantic/Mimosa/Griz vibe, probably because of the use of sharp brass instruments, melodic synths, some bass in yo…
Purity Ring Show Review!
By Gage Allen Taylor    I'll be the first to admit that I was slow to jump on the Purity Ring hype-train. I heard "Ungirthed" and "Belispeak," and thought they were good but definitely not great. "Fineshrines" finally made…
Youth Lagoon Concert Review!
Youth Lagoon Concert Review El Rey – April 17 By Mac Crane http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=te76K1l3Lok Ever since The Fall of Hibernation dropped in the fall of 2011, Youth Lagoon has become one of my favorite up-and-coming bands. With the recent release…
“Nightworks” – Caught A Ghost Review!
"Nightworks" - Caught A Ghost (self-released EP) This EP, from LA band Caught A Ghost, is way more enjoyable to listen to than it has any right to be. Normally, when someone recommends a CD to me and calls it…
TOP 30 CHARTS!
Hey there! Here are our charts this week: Â Â Â Â TOP 30 1 DEVENDRA BANHART Mala Nonesuch 2 YOUTH LAGOON Wondrous Bughouse Fat Possum 3 BLEACHED Ride Your Heart Dead Oceans 4 CALVIN LOVE New Radar Autumn Tone 5 PARQUET…
Hardcore Weekend Pictures!
All these pictures are taken by Daniel Torres. Thanks Daniel!! by timothy lee by paul urena All the pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/slipstipstaps/sets/72157633235028867/ SO many bands played, it was an awesome weekend (including the Comadre show inbetween these two shows) Night…
Thee Commons In-studio: 4/2/13
Thee Commons, an awesome PUNK CUMBIA(/SWAMP SURF!?) band from EAST LOS ANGELES, plays a set at KSPC! Check out their facebook and bandcamp to hear more music and find out about upcoming shows! Caliban Rope Dancer Rabbit and Rattles En…
Blackfeet Braves In-studio: 4/1/13
Tony, Julian, Cameron and Shane of Blackfeet Braves performed an in-studio on the Doghouse (Mondays, 8-10pm) in promotion of their self-titled LP and upcoming tour, which will kick off at the Desert Daze Music Festival. More info on the band…