In true riot grrrl fashion, alt-rock newcomer LUNA AURA has unleashed her take no prisoners, two-middle-fingers-in-the-air, new single “MONEY BAG.” The rebellious anthem seeps with confidence, beautifully crafted synths, and booming percussion that is undeniably intoxicating. Cemented by her empowering lyrics and thrusting instrumentation, LUNA AURA proves that she’s taking her life into her own hands and no one can stand in her way—not even Mr. Moneybags. You can listen to “MONEY BAG” below. We caught up with LUNA AURA to discuss her new track, how she got started as a musician, and her forthcoming EP THE FICTION which is… Read more »
This week, Basslines and Protest Signs looks at journalistic integrity, and how it is severely lacking in places that it should be vital.
This week’s Geek Girl Riot is classified…our Rioters spill some state secrets on romance-tinged spy flicks, including Ghosted and Citadel. They also chat with with Ritu Arya and Priya Kansara about Polite Society, before catching up with Ronkẹ Adékoluẹjo about Chevalier.
Indie-pop quartet The Aces has announced a massive summer/fall World Tour with support from LALA LALA. The I’ve Loved You For So Long World Tour will kick off on August 14 in Budapest, Hungary at Sziget Festival and span across more than 30 dates running through October. Read more: Palehound Announce New Album ‘Eye on The Bat’ In addition to their forthcoming tour, which will see The Aces at several festivals including Pukkelpop Festival and Frequency Festival, the band will also be releasing their third studio full-length album I’ve Loved You For So Long on June 2 via Red Bull… Read more »
Geek Girl Riot is revisiting the Sandman universe and one of our Rioters’ (many) conversations about femme empowerment. While you relive the episode’s magic, keep scrolling to read the latest reviews, featuring: Dead Ringers, Mrs. Davis, The Covenant, Beau Is Afraid, Evil Dead Rise, and The Diplomat.
The Fest has announced the 2023 line-up and it is stacked with hundreds of incredible bands. Celebrating its 21st year, The Fest will be held in Gainesville, FL on October 27th, 28th, and 29th. Headliners this year include Thursday, Decendents and Less Than Jake, with both Thursday and Less Than Jake performing special album shows. Thursday will play two sets, featuring their album War All The Time. Less Than Jake will do the same with their album Hello Rockview. Fans can expect other performances from artists such as Laura Jane Grace, The Wonder Years, Gwar, Eve6, Free Throw and many,… Read more »
While the pandemic brought about isolation and longing for social interaction, one bright spot during that time at home was the arrival of The Linda Lindas. Following their monumental debut album Growing Up which the young quartet dropped in 2022, The Linda Lindas have returned with their latest single “Too Many Things” via Epitaph Records. “We had a nonstop, jam-packed, and awesome 2022 playing shows, going on tours, and meeting fans and making friends across the US as well as Spain, Germany, England, Japan, Canada, and Mexico,” the band shares of their breakout year. Read more: Listen To Raw and… Read more »
Last week, emerging Nashville artist BAYBE blessed us with her new single “Father, Son, Holy Ghost.” Now, the rising starlet has unleashed the ceremonious accompanying video for her latest venture. “Father, Son, Holy Ghost” will be featured on BAYBE’s debut EP God’s Favorite, which arrives on April 28. Acting as a cult leader-like figure, BAYBE heads a chaotic mass gathering, which eventually leads to her followers drinking blood-like liquid from a glass in a church. The video is a testament to the track’s message where BAYBE is perceived as the “devil” through her tongue-in-cheek innuendos and pointed parody of religion.… Read more »
Epitaph Records newest signing, Roe Kapara, has taken the scene by storm. You may recognize him from one of many viral videos featuring Kapara sitting stoic in front of a vintage television that is playing an old cartoon or classic movie. Usually with guitar in hand, he drones the soft melodies to the viewer with lyricism that is reminiscent of a perfect blend of The Front Bottoms, Microwave and Jeremy Zucker. With many popular songs like “Preacher“, “Everyone’s Dying (Grandma’s Drunk Again)“, and “Everything’s Fine (Nuke Song)” featured on the album, Kapara still finds away to make the other tracks… Read more »
Geek Girl Riot delivers the goods on The Super Mario Bros. Movie, the latest trailers, and soothing toons in the only way they know how—with Riotous consequences!
