Bronson, a graduate of Bradley University, is a former sports writer and editor and graphic designer who worked in the newspaper business for 35 years.
Mae Mae — aka singer-songwriter Macy Marksberry — is a pop diarist whose wry songs ooze charisma. She released an EP made with Adam Castilla (the Colourist) early this year, and continues to engage with the follow-up singles “Peach” and “Green.”
Indiana Bradley unleashes a visceral commentary on L.A. culture on his new punk-rocker, “Rats on Cocaine.” It’s the first single from an EP he made with AFI bassist Hunter Burgan.
L.A. rockers Aloud flex their muscle (again) on “The Comeback Kid,” the first single from their forthcoming full-length, “Apollo 6.” The album arrives in the spring; Aloud plays Friday night at the Goldfish.
Folk singer Ella Ruby’s debut EP, “Baby Blue,” is a gentle voyage of discovery — and on the single “In My Car,” she gets high mileage revealing her comfort zone.
Moreno Valley quartet Archer Oh craft throwback rock ’n’ roll notable not just for its urgency and energy but for intensely visceral lyrics. Their full-length, “Gradients,” comes out Nov. 17; they headline the Glass House Dec. 9.
Music from Plague Vendor, Loyal Lobos, Lauren Ruth Ward, Low Hum, Steady Holiday, King Tuff, Cuffed Up, the Brevet, Pioneer 11, Jules Duke, Widows Gold, Mirrorball and more on Buzz Bands LA’s latest playlist.
Ceci Bastida’s new single, “No Tengas Miedo” (Don’t Be Afraid), is an intoxicating affirmation of strength — and of a bond that won’t break. She’ll release a full-length in the new year.
Our Dept. of Rock checks in with three new singles of varying styles: Check out the latest from Plague Vendor, the Brevet and Widows Gold …
Tunes from Loyal Lobos, Plague Vendor, Steady Holiday, the Brevet, Faire Osciller, Aloud, Cosmo Gold, Giant Killer Bats, Blondshell, Jules Duke, KARMIC, Widows Gold and more on tonight’s local music show in 88.5 The SoCal Sound.
Fine Friday viewing: Watch videos from Loyal Lobos, Lauren Ruth Ward and Sara Noelle.
