In honor of Women’s History Month, International Women’s Day, and Black Women’s History Month across March through April, we say: Let’s celebrate! Women make history everyday. We acknowledge those past and present who have birthed businesses and leaders, broken barriers, opened doors–held the doors open, and uplifted others through opportunities. We honor women’s’ dreams, goals, […]

Blu’ Arts & Wellness is an art gallery and live performance space in Downtown Long Beach. It is quaint, serene, vibey, and the newest creative venture from L.A. media entrepreneur, Greg Johnson. Exploring Blu’ means taking in culture, independent music, and wellness with an added perk–coffee. The pop-up is located at 580 Pine Ave. Long […]

Los Angeles jazz lovers are in for a treat as Dave Williams and MBT, an eclectic jazz ensemble known for their underground jazz fusion, take the stage for a 45-minute set at The Mint on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:45 p.m. Blending classic jazz traditions with modern influences, Dave Williams and MBT have built a loyal following through dynamic live […]

We’re kicking off the year with a new, very biased SolShock Spotify playlist highlighting Long Beach underground music. Announcing: Long Beach Underground | Chill. This chill-edition highlights California-based independent artists from Long Beach, to L.A. and The Bay. Enjoy nearly one hour of music from the most burgeoning local musicians in electronic, soul, jazz, and […]

New Christmas Standards by The Unit is a six-song holiday EP featuring Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Sy Smith, L. Young, Crystal Starr, Myra Washington, Mike Corrado, Farah Mitha, and Martin Kember (Color Me Badd). The lead single, “Crescent Moon Christmas,” gives a new take on Old St. Nick and is a blend of country, rock, and funk. […]

“BAMBOO” by Rashondra Angelle is a soulful, vocal house music anthem that declares resilience. Nearly 10 years after releasing her debut indie soul album, The After Glow, Los Angeles singer-songwriter and poet, Rashondra Angelle, is back with new music. She returns to L.A.’s underground with a strong hold on a new dance single, “BAMBOO,” produced […]