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Lydia Violet Premieres Moving Single “Keep Her Safe” Off New Album ‘Already Free’ Out 9/23 [Song Review] Electronic

Lydia Violet Premieres Moving Single “Keep Her Safe” Off New Album ‘Already Free’ Out 9/23 [Song Review]

“Keep Her Safe,” the debut single from the Berkeley, CA-based singer/songwriter/violinist Lydia Violet, arrives at a cultural tipping point. The moment has never been more ripe nor ready for feminine protest music, and there’s a new artist on the scene to deliver a rallying cry. As the human race struggles with both awakening and regressing, and our […]

Aug 26, 2016 Read →
The Polish Ambassador, Ayla Nereo & Friends Kick Off VBC 2016 in Portland, OR: A Weekend of Music, Community & Giving Back [Show Review + Photo Gallery] Electronic

The Polish Ambassador, Ayla Nereo & Friends Kick Off VBC 2016 in Portland, OR: A Weekend of Music, Community & Giving Back [Show Review + Photo Gallery]

Whether you have been to Portland, Oregon, before or not, you have definitely heard of the progressive ways that one of the greenest cities in America is making strides to reclaim the “neighborhood” and more sustainable and earth-conscious ways to live. The City Repair Project is an organization doing just this. Their mission fosters thriving, […]

Jun 9, 2016 Read →
[Festival Review + Photo Gallery] A Whole Lotta Gem and A Festful of Jam: Gem and Jam’s 10th anniversary sets the 2016 festival bar to exceptional heights Electronic

[Festival Review + Photo Gallery] A Whole Lotta Gem and A Festful of Jam: Gem and Jam’s 10th anniversary sets the 2016 festival bar to exceptional heights

A Whole Lotta Gem and A Festful of Jam When I landed in Tucson last Thursday morning, my whole being writhed with anticipation. After being on a week long high from seeing two nights of Lettuce + ProbCause in Portland and Eugene the previous weekend, I was more than ready to hit the desert and leave the Pacific Northwest dreariness for a few days of festival […]

Feb 19, 2016 Read →
The Polish Ambassador + Ayla Nereo bring Wildlight with the Human Experience to Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom | 2/20/2016 Electronic

The Polish Ambassador + Ayla Nereo bring Wildlight with the Human Experience to Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom | 2/20/2016

As one of Denver’s favorite producers, The Polish Ambassador brings his love driven duo with Ayla Nereo, Wildlight, to headline Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom this Saturday. Accompanied by fellow Jumpsuit Records artists The Human Experience and Yaima, the night is sure to be a dance party full of positivity. With David Block (the Human Experience) having […]

Feb 15, 2016 Read →
[Album Review] Terra Bella Release Self-Titled EP Via Jumpsuit Records | July 31st, 2015 Electronic

[Album Review] Terra Bella Release Self-Titled EP Via Jumpsuit Records | July 31st, 2015

Spreading consciousness through soul satisfying sounds has always been what Jumpsuit Records does best; the California based label was founded by The Polish Ambassador back in 2013 and has been a resourceful platform for new artists since its’ inception. The funky diplomat/eco-sustainability crusader is always making moves, but his newest release with group Terra Bella […]

Jul 31, 2015 Read →
Colorado Is Gearing Up For Arise, Join Us! Festival Coverage

Colorado Is Gearing Up For Arise, Join Us!

Last year, Arise made it’s debut in Loveland, CO, locking down a prime spot in the second half of the Summer, which was grossly underutilized given the amount of avid festival goers strewn about the Colorado front range.  Needless to say, the festival was a huge success, and this year Arise is returning with a […]

Jul 28, 2014 Read →
[Festival Review] Sonic Bloom 2014: Top Musical Moments Festival Coverage

[Festival Review] Sonic Bloom 2014: Top Musical Moments

[Coverage by Jacki Moon and Tai C] Sonic Bloom is notorious for showcasing some of the brightest talent in the underground community, from electronic music and beyond. In past years huge names, such as Bassnectar and Pretty Lights, have headlined the festival shortly before completely blowing up the scene. This tradition seems to have continued […]

Jul 1, 2014 Read →
[Review] The Polish Ambassador – ‘Lost & Found’ Ft. Mr. Lif  & Alya Nereo Electronic

[Review] The Polish Ambassador – ‘Lost & Found’ Ft. Mr. Lif & Alya Nereo

The world’s funkiest diplomat, known as The Polish Ambassador, is at it again. This time, he’s on a rock-star collaboration with Mr. Lif and Ayla Nereo. The talented trio combined their superpowers to craft a distinctively addicting track entitled “Lost & Found”, which was the first released track of anticipated full CD Pushing Through the Pavement. […]

May 21, 2014 Read →