Black Happy thrills crowd in triumphant return after 7-year hiatus.

A little older and grayer, but Black Happy still rocks Seattle like they did 30 years ago. Fans both old and young packed into The Showbox for two amazing nights. The eight-piece band masterfully played numerous hits from their two albums (now available on vinyl), as well as debuting some new works. Opening for Black […]

No Guts, No Glory: Iggy Conquers the Park

ggy Pop’s recent performance at Marymoor Park was a blistering, high-energy affair that reaffirmed his status as the godfather of punk. Drawing from a deep well of classics, the setlist was a dream for any fan of raw, unadulterated rock and roll. Kicking off with the ferocious one-two punch of “T.V. Eye” and “Raw Power,” […]

Photos: The Marias @ WaMu Thater

The Marías enveloped WaMu Theater in a hypnotic haze, their signature blend of psychedelic soul and dream pop creating a truly cinematic and sensual experience. Lead singer María Zardoya’s velvety, bilingual vocals were mesmerizing, making the large venue feel as intimate as a secret, smoke-filled lounge. Opening the show was California’s Julie, who submerged the […]

Thing Festival 2025

Part magic, part music, all charm. That’s its THING.

THING Festival – Weekend One, August 2, 2025Photos by Alex Crick THING Festival kicked off its 2025 season at Remlinger Farms in Carnation this past weekend. The first of three Saturday mainstage events showcased a stellar lineup of Sub Pop artists, featuring powerful performances from Father John Misty, Orville Peck, and Deep Sea Diver. Father […]

Photos: Phish at the Climate Pledge Arena (Night 2)

Phish electrified the crowd at Climate Pledge Arena with their signature brand of psychedelic rock, delivering an expansive musical journey that transformed the sustainable Seattle venue into a cosmic playground. The Vermont-based quartet, known for their improvisational prowess and devoted fanbase, filled the space with swirling guitar solos, intricate bass lines, and hypnotic rhythms that […]