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The Jayhawks

Daniel Kohn
As part of the burgeoning Minneapolis alt-rock scene of the mid-’80s that also spawned The Replacements, Hüsker Dü and Soul Asylum, The Jayhawks’ blend of rock and country helped usher in a new brand of alternative rock. While the band’s most productive years were well over a decade ago, they......
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Holychild's Sparkly Music Conceals a Serious Message

Daniel Kohn
When Liz Nistico and Louie Diller first joined forces at the behest of the former’s dance instructor, they never expected much to come of the partnership. Diller served as a backing musician provided by their school, George Washington University, to collaborate on a single dance performance. But when the two......
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American Nightmare (Give Up the Ghost)

Daniel Kohn
Unless you’re a diehard fan of Boston hardcore punk band Give Up the Ghost, you’d be surprised to learn that they’re playing one of their two scheduled reunion shows at the El Rey. Performing as American Nightmare, their original handle before getting a cease-and-desist from a band of the same......
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Tyler, the Creator

Daniel Kohn
On the heels of his successful Camp Flog Gnaw carnival/concert event, Tyler, the Creator could be forgiven if he wanted to spend New Year’s Eve relaxing at home. Instead, his legions of supporters and likely many of his closest friends will be watching him perform at Club Nokia. Though he’s......
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Royal Machines

Daniel Kohn
After the demise of Camp Freddy earlier this year, there was a big void in Los Angeles’ prominent cover-band scene. Though that band may have called it quits, ex-Campers Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison, Donovan Leitch and Chris Chaney enlisted pals Mark McGrath and Josh Freese to form Royal Machines. Billing......
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Ryan Adams

Daniel Kohn
Over the past 20 years, it’s hard to find another songwriter as prolific as Ryan Adams. With the release of his self-titled 14th solo album in September, as the usual critical accolades rolled in, the 40-year-old managed to accomplish something he’d yet to do in his career: a top-five debut......
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KIIS Jingle Ball

Daniel Kohn
With its deep lineup of the biggest hitmakers of 2014, KIIS FM’s annual holiday-themed festival may have outdone itself this year. The sold-out extravaganza will feature many headliners whose songs have been fixtures on Top 40 radio throughout 2014. The show also provides the rare opportunity for fans of individual......
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De La Soul

Daniel Kohn
For many hip-hop fans, it’s hard to believe that it’s been 25 years since Long Island’s De La Soul released their seminal 3 Feet High and Rising, showcasing the trio’s laid-back flow, eclectic samples and carefully crafted lyrics. Earlier this year, on Valentine’s Day, in celebration of 3 Feet High’s......