Some reunions feel nostalgic. Others feel necessary. The Format’s return to the stage after twenty years belongs firmly in the second category. Formed in 2001 in Peoria, Arizona by childhood friends Nate Ruess and Sam Means, The Format built a cult following on the strength of their sharp lyricism, retro‑pop […]
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The first time I witnessed FKA Twigs live back in 2019 during her Magdalene tour, I told myself I would never miss an opportunity to see her perform. That show has stayed with me as one of the most visually pleasing, singular performances I’ve ever attended. There is nothing else […]
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Some artists release a debut album; Fcuckers released a cultural detonation. The duo, vocalist Shanny Wise and producer/multi‑instrumentalist Jackson Walker Lewis have been building a cult following since they appeared a couple years back. I still remember their unforgettable SXSW set from 2024 and listed them as one of my […]
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If you’ve spent enough time playing through random video games, there’s a very good chance you’ve already enjoyed the rush that our first co-headliner, Carpenter Brut, can bring to your life. With songs featured in games such as Hotline Miami 2, Far Cry 5, or one of my faves, Hacknet, […]
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Sometimes I forget how far the light rail is from Showbox SoDo. Learn from my mistakes and plan for at least 20 minutes from the light rail to the venue, especially when there’s a Mariners game. Led by The Maine hosting their “I Love You but I Choose The Maine” […]
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