Grandaddy’s Triumphant Return at The Neptune

On a sold-out Thursday night at Seattle’s Neptune Theater, Grandaddy celebrated the 25th anniversary of their classic album, The Sophtware Slump. It was a triumphant performance that felt all the more meaningful for those who had seen frontman Jason Lytle’s solo tours, where he’d often speak about missing the collaborative spirit of a full band. […]

The Hives at the Showbox Sodo

I’m not a huge fan of ranking musical performances or other forms of art and entertainment. Identifying a show to be the best of the year or ‘in my top 5′ leaves me with the uncomfortable feeling that I’ve neglected other worthy artists and memorable performances. There are so many disparate genres and so many […]

Babymonster - Climate Pledge Arena

Show Review: Babymonster @ Climate Pledge Arena

Babymonster Wraps Up First North American Tour in Seattle SEATTLE (September, 12, 2025) – Rising K-pop group Babymonster closed out their first North American tour Friday night at Climate Pledge Arena, delivering a polished, high-energy show that was equal parts celebration and farewell. For fans, known as Monstiez, it was a night of firsts: the […]

Scowl performing at Bumbershoot 2025 in Settle, Washington.

Bumbershoot 2025 – Day One

Another fantastic year has come to a close for Bumbershoot, the beloved arts and music festival in Seattle. The event once again proved its success, drawing large crowds for a full day of incredible performances from a diverse range of bands, both from the thriving local scene and from around the world. Here are some […]