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![[Show Review] Mogwai at the Granada Theater in Dallas,TX | 4.23.2014](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/mogwaaaai.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Indie
As I walked up to the front of The Granada, a line of anxious patrons wrapped the entire sidewalk as they waited for the doors to open. The atmosphere was lively and filled with energy, as it had been some time since Glastonbury based Mogwai had last graced the states, much less Dallas alone. I knew […]
![Stoned To Death | April 19, 2014, at Andy’s Bar in Denton, Texas [Show Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/stubrootal1.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Hip-Hop
The Denton hip hop scene is rising and taking over the DFW metroplex with Stu Brootal and S. Good in the spotlight. I had the pleasure of interviewing these talented local artists before their powerful performances during an event dubbed: “Stoned to Death” which was held at the infamous Andy’s Bar in Denton, Texas. Their […]
![[Artist Interview] Dustin Davidson of August Burns Red Talks Tour Life, New Side Project and More](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/aaug.png?resize=566%2C375&ssl=1)
Indie
As the metal scene’s fanbase continues to grow exponentially, it’s easy to give some of the credit to hardcore band staples like August Burns Red. With a rigorous tour schedule that has taken them around the world for over a decade, and a Facebook page clocking in over 1 million fans, it comes as no […]
![[Show Review + Photo Gallery] Lotus Rocks The Brooklyn Bowl in New York City | Night 3 April 16, 2014](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/DSC_1832.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
East Coast
This past Wednesday, April 16th, Lotus ended their incredible three night run at the Brooklyn Bowl with a bang. I arrived at the venue around 8PM and quickly noted an atmosphere very reminiscent of the last day during a festival. Everyone I spoke to were both ecstatic in anticipation for the nights’ upcoming two sets and simultaneously exhausted […]
East Coast
CYM’s TOP 20 US FESTIVALS OF 2014 Although festival season has already hit the ground running, we came up with this list of fests you can catch just in time for summer! Take note of the fact that these are only upcoming festivals in the US that made our list; there is a whole other […]
Indie
Having been a devoted fan of the Mars Volta for many years, I am all too familiar with the heart wrenching feeling that many other fans were left with after the disbandment in 2013. I cannot stress enough how insanely happy it makes me to hear that founding members, the insistently innovative Cedric Bixler-Zavala, and prolific […]
Electronic
Sound Tribe said it best; “The only constant in life is change”. I must admit, my heart sank in a similar fashion to that of being dumped when I first read the STS9 announcement that David “Murph” Murphy was leaving the band. However, their newest addition Alana Rocklin seems pretty damn promising, and the new […]
![Kydd Jones at Red Bull Sound Select SXSW 2014 [Artist Interview]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/kyddjo.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
Austin, Texas has always been an oasis for rising musicians, but there aren’t many big rappers that come to mind…yet. Kydd Jones is on a mission to get the ATX hip-hop scene on the map where it belongs, and Jones will be on top of it. Listening to his unique compositions and raw lyrics, you’ll […]
![[Photo Gallery] Bagheera Interview | Red Bull Sound Select | SXSW 2014](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/DSC07651.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Bagheera (who are now known as Wrestlers as of August 2014) are an electronic duo hailing from Houston, TX. Consisting of Aidan Kennedy and David Elkin, the two producers blend genres seamlessly such as disco, R&B and House. Their live performances are energetic and soulful, bringing to mind an American version of Disclosure. Bagheera has […]
Electronic
If Euphoria Music Festival‘s initial lineup announcement wasn’t enough to leave you desperately awaiting the end of April, they are back with a whole new round of surprises. Euphoria is going for diversity this year and that feat is definitely being achieved through a new and improved eclectic lineup that appeals to nearly all live music lovers. Some […]