Album Review: Don Broco takes a journey on evocative ‘Amazing Things’
British rock group Don Broco has kept fans on the line the last few months with some stellar new music. Finally, their latest album, Amazing Things, is here and we’re cementing this on our best of 2021. The quartet has always pushed the boundaries of their own sound, breaking barriers to defy genre on every […]
Album Review: Blackstarkids captures turbulence, joy on ‘Puppies Forever’
After releasing one of the best albums of 2020 (and an Atlas favorite), Blackstarkids went right back to the studio for the next record. They cranked out Puppies Forever before the year was up and that album is finally in our hands. Blackstarkids is a magnetic band, drawing listeners in with their bubbly, electronic-tinged pop […]
Show Review: Bleachers takes the sadness out of Monday night with sold out show
To be at a Bleachers show is to experience almost unparalleled joy. After a COVID scare sidelined the Jack Antonoff fronted project, the band returned to Phoenix on Monday with a renewed sense of gratitude to be onstage once again. Claud is also back on the road with Bleachers and provided the only support for […]
Show Review: Mesa community event taps Young the Giant for big summer bash
In the spirit of celebrating community and music, Young the Giant paid a visit to Arizona on Saturday for a free show in Mesa. Local residents of all ages turned up to enjoy a rare cool evening under the stars while the band got the party started. The event, labeled I Love Mesa Day, provided […]
Artist Spotlight: Beach Goons hints at new music; talks returning to Riot Fest and fall tour
Beach Goons is having a pretty stellar year. With shows back in action, the band is on the road, gearing up for new music and just played one of the wildest sets Riot Fest saw all weekend. Atlas caught up with singer Pablo Cervantez to talk upcoming singles, returning to Riot and breaking the mold. […]
Artist Spotlight: Blackstarkids releases new single; talks new album and performing at Riot Fest
After releasing one of the best albums of 2020 and immediately becoming an Atlas favorite, Blackstarkids aren’t slowing down one bit. The trio of Ty, Gabe and Deiondre took their first Riot Fest by storm this past weekend, as attendees couldn’t help but stop and catch the vibes. Atlas caught up with the band to […]
Riot Fest 2021: Celebrating a return to Chicago with Morrissey, The Smashing Pumpkins, much more
The sun was shining, the air was balmy and thousands of tattooed, excited concertgoers broke out their festival best and stomped their way to Douglass Park for Riot Fest this weekend. With COVID postponing the iconic Chicago event, fans were even more eager to get back to their favorite fields to see their favorite bands […]
Gallery: Lewis del Mar finds purpose on stage in Phoenix
Although live music is back in full force, it still feels a little surreal for some of the bands and fans. Just ask Lewis del Mar, who made the observation while on stage in Phoenix Saturday night. “We’re all learning how to do this again,” vocalist Danny Miller commented right before closing out the headlining […]
Show Review: Arrested Youth closes out Nonfiction Tour with impassioned Phoenix show
It was the last night of their headline run, but Arrested Youth showed no signs of exhaustion. After spending the last month on the road promoting this year’s Nonfiction, Thursday’s show at The Rebel Lounge in Phoenix was something of a celebration of the tour’s smash success. Tempe-based Rozotadi exuded charisma as he sauntered across the […]
Show Review: The Struts leaves Chicago breathless with exhilarating show
The wind was roaring outside, but inside Chicago’s Riviera Theatre, the steam was rising as The Struts took the stage. A packed house raised hands and glasses to the UK glam rockers and the band returned their energy tenfold all night. Backed by an enormous Union Jack, singer Luke Spiller pulled focus with his flamboyant […]