One would have to dig deep to come up with a pair of bands that that fit together more perfectly than metal/noise supergroup Tomahawk and Pacific Northwest legends Melvins. The two bands not only appeal to a similiar audience but the members of both groups are hopelessly intertwined in a pig pile of musicians and […]
Willow Avalon @ Showbox – 7/29/2026Photos by Kirk Stauffer Willow Avalon delivered a captivating performance at the Showbox in Seattle last week, during a stop on her headlining Pink Pocket Pistol Tour. Backed by a tight four-member band, Avalon showcased a blend of classic country, Americana, and pop influences, through her distinctive twang with heartfelt vocals and […]
Holly Humberstone @ Showbox – 6/24/2026Review by Louise Geri, Photos by Kirk Stauffer Downtown Seattle was already unusually crowded for a Wednesday as people anticipated the World Cup. But in a sea of sports fans, a group stuck out: young adults, primarily women and gay male couples, waiting to enter Holly Humberstone’s Seattle stop at the Showbox on the […]
The Showbox was an absolute pressure cooker on Tuesday night, packing in a vibrant, high-energy crowd that perfectly encapsulated the modern alternative scene. Dominated by 20-and-30-somethings sporting an array of piercings and plenty of neo-grunge era clothing, the venue felt less like a standard Tuesday night gig and more like a generational summit for heavy […]
Jenna Davis @ Showbox – 4/1/2026Photos by Kirk Stauffer Singer-songwriter and actress Jenna Davis opened for Maddox Batson at the Showbox in Seattle. The energetic country-pop artist and former Disney Kid was backed by guitar and drums, and connected with the young audience throughout her set. Much of Davis’ material was from her popular debut album, Where […]