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Dot Cromwell Premieres Futuristic New Single “Me Ova U” That Explores Love, Rage, and Isolation

SLAugust 14, 2020

Philly’s Dot Cromwell just premiered his new futuristic single “Me Ova U” that emphasizes self-love with lush vocal prowess and driving downbeat instrumentatio...

Hip-Hop4 min read

We Are Tired: Being Black In The Cannabis Industry During The Time Of Revolution

Amara BarnesJune 6, 2020

It truly came as a genuine surprise to me when cannabis became an essential service during a global pandemic. There's no denying that COVID-19 is serious. But,...

CommunityIndustry News5 min read

SIASE Formed In Response To The COVID-19 Outbreak To Help Seattle’s Independent Artists—Interview With Julie-C

LovelyMarch 30, 2020

If ever there was an opportunity in our lifetimes to create a new world, it is now. ...

Community16 min read

Tiaga Sound And Lighting Make It Rain For The Australia Wildfires

Isaiah LilleyMarch 13, 2020

Meet Tiaga, a sound and lighting company founded in 2015 making as big of an impact after the show, as it does during the show. With headquarters in Florence, ...

CommunityHip-Hop5 min read

Paperboy Prince of The Suburbs Declares “It’s Our Time” And Talks Political Aspirations

Bel HopeJanuary 29, 2020

Paperboy Prince walked into the lobby of McDonald's with an air of regality. From their eclectic, futuristic style to their Nintendo Gameboy chain, the drip is...

Hip-Hop12 min read

Shambhala 2019 Music Festival Once Again Proves Why It's The Best Festival In The World

Shambhala 2019 Festival Showcases One Of Its Best Line-Ups—Recap

SLAugust 14, 2019

The Shambhala 2019 festival has come to an end and I’m still in complete elation from the thoroughly pleasing adventure. A little rain on Saturday and Sunday c...

ElectronicEvents18 min read

Trap Vinyasa’s “Body Party” Was Uplifting And Empowering For Women—Official Recap Video

RMR - WeedJune 24, 2019

This last weekend Respect My Region came into ThinkSpace in South Lake Union to power a holistic house party. Trap Vinyasa’s “Body Party” is an uplifting exper...

Dope Urban CultureEvents3 min read

Joey Batts & Them Brings Those Good Vibes Out Of Connecticut

Isaiah LilleyMay 24, 2019

Get ready for high energy and fun music with Joey Batts & Them and their "live, funky, alternative hip-hop for your ear holes." This five piece ensemble ou...

Hip-Hop3 min read

Berlin Nightclubs Doubling as Homeless Shelters During Harsh Winter

Liz HollandJanuary 11, 2019

As we steadily creep into the harsh winter months of 2019, not everyone has a place to sleep at night – and two Berlin nightclubs are taking action. The Astra K...

CommunityDope Urban CultureElectronicMusicTrending News2 min read

Gypsy Temple Inspires Change Through Activism And Rock And Roll

Learn More About Alt-Rock Band Gypsy Temple

Jonathan Olsen-KoziolJanuary 2, 2019

Cameron Miles Lavi-Jones looks like a young Claudio Sanchez with his frizzy mane covering his face while he bombards the crowd with the high energy vocals of "H...

AlternativeMusicRock4 min read

Growcentia Pushes Cannabis And Sustainable Agriculture Science Forward

Growcentia Is Bringing Cannabis And Agriculture Closer Together

Jonathan Olsen-KoziolNovember 8, 2018

The United States is barely reaching the tip of the calyx of cannabis utilization thanks to years of prohibition, suppression, and propaganda. Recreational cann...

FeatureLearn About CannabisWest Coast Weed Tour6 min read

Reasons Why Companies Should Get Involved In Local Events (Feat. Kush Marketplace)

RMR - WeedSeptember 29, 2018

Networking events like Kush Marketplace offer a range of perks to people attending these local events. Whether you are after the free swag, scoping the latest i...

EventsIndustry News2 min read

WAVES 4.0 | Interview With Quackson Offers Surreal Look Into The Unkn?wn

Robin HessOctober 11, 2017

The first time I heard of Jackson Wells, better known as 'Quackson,' was when I stumbled upon his track ‘Breathe.’ Released in August of this year, this song ca...

Electronic11 min read