We are all looking for ways to support the Black Lives Matter movement (find a list of resources here) and that includes artists and creatives. It’s incredible to see people you admire taking a stand, using their platforms to amplify black voices and advocate for change, and doing what they can to stand on the right side of humanity. Here’s a list of some artists making their voices heard: Lizzo Lizzo has been posting videos on Instagram to spread awareness, educate, and provide information on where you can go to make a change. She’s remained vocal and has used her… Read more »
Basslines and Protest Signs is Brett Callwood’s column looking at the intersection of music and politics. This week talks about Kanye West.
Turn off the alarm and turn up the music, it’s time to Rise Rock n’ Shine…
Here we are a good 31 years after The Pixies first record, “Surfer Rosa”, and on September 13 the band will release their 7th studio album “Beneath The Eyrie”. The Pixies are required listening for anyone diving into rock music of any kind. The albums “Surfer Rosa” of 1988 and “Dolittle” of 1989 were, not the only, but 2 of the precursors of the birth of alternative rock. After 4 studio albums, the band split in 1993 only to reunite 11 years later in 2004. Another 10 years passed before the band would release another studio record in 2014. “Catfish… Read more »
The sun is up and so are we, it’s time to Rise Rock n’ Shine.
Coffee is pouring, music is playing, it’s time to Rise Rock n’ Shine.
Whether you’re feeling indie or emo, we have a track to match your mood this morning.
We’re getting into the good stuff with the Sex Episode. Special guest, sex educator Danarama, joins us to talk BDSM, kinks, fetishes, and everything in between as we explore self-empowerment through sex positivity.
Callwood takes on the struggle of journalism in 2017 at the cooler this week.
Hit the Lights produced one of the best pop punk covers in the world when they took on Gin Blossoms’ “Hey Jealousy”.
