Letters To Taylor Swift: Eddie Torres

emilytreadgold #2, Editorial

Taylor Swift, her name alone, makes me smile. During the darkest times in my life, Taylor has been the one to keep me company. She has been the one to shine light in so many dark situations. She has a song for literally anything I may be going through, and I think that is why she is so loved. She …

A Deep Dive With Andrew McMahon

emilytreadgold #2, Features

When I tell you that getting to chat and meet Andrew McMahon was a top 5 moment of my music career, I absolutely mean it. I grew up on Something Corporate then Jack’s Mannequin, to the point that I literally bought a Beale Street Music Fest ticket at 19 JUST to see the group perform. We chatted for over the …

Getting To Know BIZZY: The New Artist Making Waves Online

emilytreadgold #2, Features

BIZZY is the indie-pop songstress of your dreams. The 24-year-old Maryland native is already paving quite an impressive path for herself within the music industry. Raised on iconic pop influences such as Taylor Swift, BIZZY began playing the guitar at just twelve years old, which ultimately led to her attending the acclaimed Belmont University. And then she found herself smack …

Kali Uchis Mesmerizes At Her Show in Austin

emilytreadgold #2, Concert Reviews

When you think of an artist like Britney Spears, it’s hard to separate her in your mind from the cult-level following she commanded in the late 90s and early 2000s. Sure, Britney had vocals to spare, but her presence, audience, and fans were what determined her individuality. When you think of an artist like Amy Winehouse, you think of her …

Artist You Need To Know: Overcoats

emilytreadgold #2, Features

JJ Mitchell and Hana Elion are Overcoats. The duo’s authenticity to sound on and off stage is a true testament to how they’ve been in your headphones all this time. Their ability to mix pop with country and electronic. We discussed their trip to Austin so far, their relationship with the music industry, and of course, their songwriting process.  What …

Tink Reclaims Her Independence For A Lively Performance In LA

emilytreadgold #2, Concert Reviews

Singer Tink creates a spectacle of colors, costumes, and dances at her sold out show at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood. Following the release of her latest album Thanks 4 Nothing, the show was the second stop on her North American tour. Joined by four backup dancers and an energetic DJ, Tink brought energy and charisma to the historic venue.  …

Entering frogi’s Dreamy World

emilytreadgold #2, Features

frogi’s dreamy voice and ethereal melodies are enough to hypnotize anyone in a trance. Her new album written in complete solitude, and it gave it such a gorgeous vibe. We talked to her about the endless battle to be taken seriously, her creative journey, and her new album. Let’s start at the beginning. How did you get started in music? …

ASHY Is The Future Of Pop Music

emilytreadgold #2, Features

ASHY’s effervescent pop sounds immediately hooked me. She has this incredible energy when she’s performing and we were so lucky to catch her first hand at SXSW this year. She has this ability to radiate major pop star energy no matter what stage she’s on and we only see big things for her future. We talked about her music journey …

The End Of The Age Of Rock Stars

emilytreadgold #2, Features

When you think of the rockstar trope, what comes to mind? Mick Jagger, Robert Plant, David Bowie, the classic male archetypes in immaculate outfits, swaggering onstage in front of an awe-struck crowd. The darker side of the rockstar lore, the underaged girls, is the side of history people try to forget. They cover it up by saying it was a …

Concert Review: LAYA Is A One-Person Must-See Show

emilytreadgold #2, #7, Concert Reviews

Emerging from the purple, fluorescent lights, LAYA takes center stage. The crowd shouts as she greets her excited audience, informing everyone this is the last show on her tour. The rhinestone embellished seaming of her black shorts shimmers in the stage lights. Her zebra print gloves come up to her shoulders and accent her matching thigh-high boots and black bra. …