Making Noise: Slothrust
After more than a year without new music, Slothrust is back with “Burn the Deck,” the first new release since the band’s 2025 Wildcard EP.…
Signal Chain: Anagram Guitar Essentials from Darkglass
Multi-effects processors have become incredibly powerful over the past few years, but they can also be overwhelming. Rather than adding even more choices, Darkglass is…
Making Noise: Lisa Molinaro
For much of her career, Lisa Molinaro has helped other artists tell their stories. As a violist and multi-instrumentalist, she’s recorded and performed with Modest…
Davis Music Festival: Why I Look Forward to It Every Year
Every summer, I look forward to the Davis Music Festival. Now in its 14th year, the festival transforms downtown Davis into a celebration of live…
Making Noise: Sparks
“The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte” marks the impressive 26th studio album by the renowned American pop and rock band Sparks. Known for their…
