Author: Compose Yourself Magazine

An Interview with Berk Visual

Berk Visual boasts a big personality that can be felt through every extension of his work. The authenticity even rings true on social media, where Berk and his friends throw flea market pop-ups, immersive art installations and are constantly twisting up new ideas.  As has been proven through the captivation of his following, Berk seems […]

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Black Lives Still Matter: Moment of Protest

Black Lives Still Matter: Moment of Protest The sense of urgency of the chants the bull horns We say their names for lives stolen, As the same uniforms Beat us in the streets The sense of urgency the batons the tear gas does not choke you slowly We channel that urgency until we reach Black […]

Quarantine 2020 Sessions: Q&A with Niki FM

Day 65. The only thing that’s kept us from going stir-crazy aside from new cooking recipes and livestreams has been finding out about new artists. Taking the word from quaran-team homie Hesh Hotel, we were able to snag some time with Austin based Niki FM. Who is Niki FM? She is currently standing inside the […]

Sofa Sessions Audio + Visual Livestream Fest | May 2nd – 3rd, 2020 [Interview]

In these unprecedented times, the absence of night life, social gatherings and live music are hitting the communities they’re built around heavily. In the spirit of optimism, we’ve also seen a beautiful side of this isolation – it’s allowed space for an abundance of creativity to come into play with event production. Just because we […]

Quarantine Sessions: Q&A with He$h Hotel (Austin, TX)

He$h Hotel is a synth-wave producer out of Austin, TX. Performing around the live musical capital of the world, his DJ sets are meeting points for the cities’ local tastemakers, with Hesh calling beloved venues like Cheer Up Charlie’s (support their GoFundMe for staff here) a home away from home. It’s probably why he dedicates […]

Lettuce Ringing in the New Year at the Independent in San Francisco, CA | December 31st, 2019

Since their Grammy’s nomination back in November, the average Lettuce fan’s energy has been elevated to another level; mine included. When I was able to secure a flight to San Francisco for the New Year’s Eve Lettuce show, it was all I looked forward to for weeks leading up. Sometimes the best way to ring […]

Chicano Batman + Portugal. The Man at Fox Theater in Oakland, CA [December 30, 2019]

Prior to about two weeks ago, I hadn’t planned on doing much in regards to New Year plans. However, I also have a knack for getting into shenanigans last minute, and this was no different. Seeing that two bands I adore were heading to Oakland for a two night run at the beautiful Fox Theater, […]

Redbull’s Goodness Block Party Showcases Denver’s Hip-Hop Spirit | 9/01

Now in its 7th year, it’s clear to see why Goodness Block Party is such a prominent staple in Denver’s music scene. As the longtime host of the event, Meadowlark has kept the city’s jazz and hip-hop realm happily fed for years, creating a beautifully tight knit community of music lovers intent on empowering one […]

Porter Robinson brings Virtual Self audio/visual project to Denver, CO 9/10

Originally reigning supreme in genres such as complextro and progressive house, Porter Robinson has always stayed atop the crest of electronics’ biggest waves, and his latest project is no different. Intelligently polished productions have been his constant signature, but the transformation into Virtual Self has unveiled a completely new side. The entire project feels like […]