Stepping away from your label and betting on yourself can be a daunting ordeal. But that’s exactly the bet Set It Off took when they parted ways with Fearless Records in 2023 to become a fully independent band. Since then, the band has been releasing a slew of singles, now…

There’s nothing quite like seeing one of your favorite American reggae bands and one of your favorite Jamaican artists share the same stage—and on The Visions Tour 2025, The Movement and Kabaka Pyramid proved exactly why they sit at the top of the reggae world right now. Rolling into Pittsburgh…

Vybz Kartel's album Heart & Soul showcases a passionate and emotional side of the artist, drawing heavy inspiration from his engagement. This project offers something different from what fans are accustomed to hearing from him. It highlights a gentler, more introspective aspect of Kartel, exploring themes of heartbreak, vulnerability, and…

Inspired by the legendary Punk-O-Rama and Warped Tour compilations, Pepper and LAW Records have officially launched Operation Irie, a genre-blending compilation that reimagines punk classics through the lens of today’s reggae rock scene. This project honors the raw energy of 90s and 2000s punk while showcasing a vibrant array of…

After years in the music industry, it is surprising that it has taken Naomi Cowan this long to release her first full-length album. However, the wait was well worth it. She has built a solid catalog of music, toured the world, and even dabbled in acting. Now, she is ready…

The 80s gave rise to synth-pop bands that ushered in a second wave of the British invasion, featuring legendary acts like Gary Numan, New Order, Pet Shop Boys, and Depeche Mode, to name a few. However, a band that predated and inspired many of these groups is Orchestral Manoeuvres in…

Protoje released his "Feel It" riddim as an EP, featuring reggae artists Alaine, Romain Virgo, and Mortimer. The project begins with Protoje’s track, “Feel It.” This upbeat riddim is perfect for hitting the dance floor with that special someone or simply chilling with a loved one. Protoje’s delivery, which is…

After eight years, Chronixx has made his highly anticipated return with the album Exile. Produced by Inflo, this 17-track project blends roots reggae with elements of soul, lovers rock, and neo-soul. It features introspective lyrics, layered harmonies, and organic textures. The sound of Exile feels reminiscent of the 1970s while…

Straight out of Alberta, Canada, and coming to shake your speakers – meet Pariah. Pariah is a solo project of Quinn McGraw. When asked about this project, Quinn has said, “Pariah is an invitation to find our voice again, to find what still burns, and to find the light when…

When you think of death metal, you typically don’t think of a band bringing much theatrics to the stage. Even in the more melodic death metal scene, theatricality isn’t the first thing to come to mind. Avatar has been an outlier, bringing a stage show to every one of their…

On October 26th, 2025, The Troubadour put on a magical show in the form of music thanks to Voila with the support of Monotronic and Not A Toy. The whole space was filled with people wearing bunny ears, like the ones you’d see with a magician. Voila’s show in Los…

Few artists embody controlled chaos like Rico Nasty. At the Los Angeles stop of her Lethal tour, she turned the Fonda Theatre into a collision of punk, rap, and rage — a space where catharsis felt communal and every scream found rhythm. Toronto artist SadBoi opened the night with MC…