DiscoveryHEAR THIS: PENDANT
November 25. 2019 | By Wayne Jessup

HEAR THIS: PENDANT

Back in September, we made note of Oakland’s Pendant, tipping the title track of the November release in our Tracks of the Week. Recorded by Melina Duterte, Shaun Durkan, and Jack Shirley, Through A Coil thoroughly delivered on its promise, …

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DiscoveryHEAR THIS: HAND HABITS
November 19. 2019 | By Wayne Jessup

HEAR THIS: HAND HABITS

We’re still working out the big picture of the year that was here at the Nest, but a recurring theme was the sheer concentration of badass records out of LA, as artist after artist hit their stride. Among the notables, …

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FeaturesTRACKS OF THE WEEK – 8/1/19 Edition
August 01. 2019 | By Wayne Jessup

TRACKS OF THE WEEK – 8/1/19 Edition

Getting our metaphorical engine running, this week kicks off with “Feelings’, a woozy gem off of Cuco’s debut LP, Para Mi, suggesting thatHawthorne, CA as a launching pad for bedroom geniuses is not a one-off situation. He’ll be bringing the …

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FeaturesEXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: Facial
July 22. 2019 | By Wayne Jessup

EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: Facial

On the daily tip, it’s hard to remember a time when we’ve ever been more dialed in to the tension that lies beneath the surface of everyday living. LA’s Facial drill down to the core of this sentiment on “Color …

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DiscoveryCatching up with Randy Randall
April 15. 2019 | By Wayne Jessup

Catching up with Randy Randall

California tour April 18-20th.

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FeaturesTOP PICKS FROM THE NEST: NOISE POP FESTIVAL FEBRUARY 25TH – MARCH 3RD
February 22. 2019 | By Mayumi Okamoto

TOP PICKS FROM THE NEST: NOISE POP FESTIVAL FEBRUARY 25TH – MARCH 3RD

The Bay Area’s venerable music festival returns for its 27th year beginning on Monday February 25th and we’re here to bring you our Top Picks from the Nest.

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FeaturesFrom the Archives: Gardens & Villa
January 25. 2019 | By Leslie Hampton

From the Archives: Gardens & Villa

Gardens & Villa are on a short California tour, including tonights show at the Chapel in San Francisco. To show our continued support, we bring bring you some past footage.

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FeaturesFrom the Archives: STRFKR
January 24. 2019 | By Leslie Hampton

From the Archives: STRFKR

From bowling alleys to large concert halls, STRFKR continues to grow their loyal fanbase on their current US tour.

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